Pigzza

When it comes to pizza and pasta, one of my favorite spots in Orlando is Pigzza. The restaurant is located in the Mills 50 neighborhood, and flanked by mostly Asian restaurants, which helps Pigzza stand out. And even better for locals, the restaurant has its own parking lot, so you don’t have to fight for a space in the already crowded neighborhood. While the inside of Pigzza is inviting, on warmer afternoons and evenings, the outdoor patio is the place to be. Outside, pizza and cocktails are paired with a rotating lineup of entertainment from weekend DJs to themed trivia and more.

The casual eatery dishes up classic pies like Margherita and pepperoni, but the real star of the pizza menu is the Meat Me At Floyd’s, a nod to the restaurant’s sister concept, a BBQ joint called Pig Floyds. The pizza is topped with succulent smoked brisket, grape jelly-infused BBQ sauce, smoked mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, along with tart pickled onions, green onions, and cilantro. Trust me, this is one pizza you won’t be forgetting anytime soon. No matter which pizza you order from the menu, they are all made with Pigzza’s signature sourdough crust, which is equal parts crispy and chewy, and holds up well to the load of toppings. 

Along with your pizza, add a plate of pasta to share with friends. The spicy sausage rigatoni is my favorite. It starts with house-made spicy Italian sausage and fresh pasta that’s tossed in a creamy vodka sauce. The dish is topped with freshly shaved Parmesan cheese and fresh oregano.