News Summary
Tallahassee’s Best Pizza Challenge has kicked off, featuring the Elite 8 pizzarias in a thrilling tournament. Voting runs from March 17-20, 2023, culminating in the final announcement on April 7. Explore local favorites like Brickyard Pizzeria, Dave’s Pizza Garage, and more as they compete for the title of city pizza champion. Don’t miss your chance to vote for the best pizza in town!
Tallahassee’s Best Pizza Challenge: March Madness Tournament Kicks Off Voting for Elite 8
Tallahassee food lovers, it’s that time of the year again! The city is buzzing with excitement as the highly anticipated Best Pizza Challenge is underway, bringing with it a deliciously competitive spirit. This fun tournament is set to crown the ultimate pizza champion on April 7, and trust us, you don’t want to miss a slice of all the action!
Initial Voting and Elite 8 Round
The race to find the best pie in town kicked off with a first round featuring the top 16 pizzerias. Now, we’ve reached the pivotal moment where the Elite 8 is ready to battle it out! Voting for these standout pizzerias runs from March 17 until March 20 at 2 p.m. So rally your fellow pizza aficionados, cast your votes, and make sure your voice is heard!
Upcoming Rounds and Key Dates
Mark your calendars! After the Elite 8, things really heat up with the Final Four, which takes place from March 24-27. The competition gets fiercer, leading us into the finals scheduled for March 31-April 4. The grand finale will culminate in the announcement of the champion on April 7. Who will take home the title of city pizza champion? Only time (and your votes) will tell!
Meet the Contenders
Now, let’s talk about the pizzerias that have made it to the Elite 8. These are the hot spots you should consider while voting:
- Brickyard Pizzeria: With nearly 20 years of experience, this place is famous for its classic pizzas boasting a *crispy crust*. You can find it at 4819 Kerry Forest Parkway.
- Dave’s Pizza Garage: For a quirky twist on pizza, this 10-year-old gem offers a plethora of *specialty pies* located at 2887 Kerry Forest Parkway.
- Decent Pizza: Known for its family-friendly vibe and giant slices, this New York-style favorite is at 1026 N. Monroe St..
- Gaines Street Pies: With a fun comic-book theme and 20 specialty pizzas, this place keeps customers coming back across its four locations in Tallahassee.
- Little Italy: A stalwart for over 30 years, they’ve perfected the art of traditional pizzas at 111 S. Magnolia Dr..
- Momo’s Pizza: Famous for serving *slices as big as your head*, Momo’s has been popular for more than 20 years with several locations throughout the city.
- Riccardo’s: This charming spot serves classic dishes with recipes passed down through generations at 1950 Thomasville Road.
- Tour of Italy: They offer a fantastic 12 specialty pizzas focusing on authentic Italian flavors at 3813 N. Monroe St..
This is just a taste of the local flavor. With standout bakeries like Milano Pizzeria, Park’s Twisted Pizzeria, and Piesanos Stone Fired Pizza joining the tournament, there’s so much to savor! Just think of it like filling out a March Madness basketball bracket, but way tastier.
Get Excited and Vote!
So, get ready, Tallahassee! You hold the power to decide, and not just for the love of pizza but as a true champion of flavor. Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to vote for your favorites and ultimately, help crown the city’s best pizza pizzeria! Grab your friends, dive into those pizza experiences, and make your votes count. Who knows? The next slice you bite into might just be from the champion of Tallahassee!
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- Tallahassee.com: Best Pizza Challenge
- FSU News: Decent Pizza
- Tallahassee.com: Fun Things to Do
- AOL: March Madness Pizza Challenge
- Wikipedia: General Information
