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Beach Fanatic
I can confirm Grayton GIrl's report! The place looks great and just has a wonderful feel. The transformation from all its previous restaurants to the current restaurant is amazing. It doesn't even resemble the old place. I can't attest to the quality of the pizza since it was all gone by the time I finished my salad (jk Grayton Girl!), but it looked great and every piece was devoured by our crowd. The spinach salad was awesome (ask for light on the dressing). This place is going to be packed in the future, so you better get yourselves down there before it's a major wait.
Beach Lover
Hubby and I went to the Pickle Factory last night for what I consider to be the "best" pizza along 30A. Thin, thin crust and lots of wonderful, yummy toppings. Thanks Jeff for doing such a great job on your pizza.
Beach Fanatic
Great pizza, also great salad (I had spinach salad with fantastic basil vinaigrette) and great atmosphere. Could use a bit of fabric or other softness here and there to absorb echo-noise. But then, LOTS of places feel that way to me b/c I have ridiculously sensitive hearing....
Beach Lover
Went there the other night and the food/ service was great. I just do not like thin crust pizza personally. My wife loves thin crust. Im strictly a NY style pizza guy. I have to express how great the food was even though I would rather have a thicker crust. I started with the shrimp ceciche and was shocked that it was the best shrimp ceviche I ever had. Thanks to all the Jeff's and staff who reallly know how to give you a great meal, just too thin for me.
SoWal Expert
I enjoyed it so much yesterday, that I went back for seconds today.
Beer - enough choices to find one to suit your needs -- love the Fire Rock Ale
Ceviche -- great, (but be warned -- it's spicy)
Blue Crab Bruchetta -- fabulous! (be warned -- it has garlic, which I love)
pizzas-- very thin crust, which is my favorite type -- doesn't leave me feeling like a stuffed pig when I eat a whole pizza.
Laughing Cow Pizza -- somewhere near the top of my list of their pizza
Margarita Pizza -- good
Pepperoni Pizza -- good
Pickle Factory Special -- straight from Thailand -- maybe wins the award for most unique toppings, but with great flavor.
Poor Man's Lobster Pizza -- my personal favorite!
Red, White and Blue Pizza -- I don't really like blue cheese for the typical stinky cheese reasons, but this pizza wins me over. The blue cheese is fairly mellow after being cooked.
That's a quick review from someone who has eaten more than his share of pizza.
The food was great, the beer was cold, the a/c is now working fine, Jeff1 and Jeff2 are cool, Jeff1's dad is cool and has fun toys, one of the pizza guys also plays guitar and sings, the atmosphere is cozy and fun, I hope they stay busy enough to make a bunch of money and stay in business, but I also hope that it stays quaint, fun, and unknown to most people -- maybe that name will help.
Beer - enough choices to find one to suit your needs -- love the Fire Rock Ale
Ceviche -- great, (but be warned -- it's spicy)
Blue Crab Bruchetta -- fabulous! (be warned -- it has garlic, which I love)
pizzas-- very thin crust, which is my favorite type -- doesn't leave me feeling like a stuffed pig when I eat a whole pizza.
Laughing Cow Pizza -- somewhere near the top of my list of their pizza
Margarita Pizza -- good
Pepperoni Pizza -- good
Pickle Factory Special -- straight from Thailand -- maybe wins the award for most unique toppings, but with great flavor.
Poor Man's Lobster Pizza -- my personal favorite!
Red, White and Blue Pizza -- I don't really like blue cheese for the typical stinky cheese reasons, but this pizza wins me over. The blue cheese is fairly mellow after being cooked.
That's a quick review from someone who has eaten more than his share of pizza.
The food was great, the beer was cold, the a/c is now working fine, Jeff1 and Jeff2 are cool, Jeff1's dad is cool and has fun toys, one of the pizza guys also plays guitar and sings, the atmosphere is cozy and fun, I hope they stay busy enough to make a bunch of money and stay in business, but I also hope that it stays quaint, fun, and unknown to most people -- maybe that name will help.
Beach Fanatic
Sounds delicious, can't wait to try this one.
Beach Comber
Pizza in SOWAL and then there is The Pickle Factory
This is my first post. Until now, I have been accused of being a "SOWAL Stalker." I will try and list my pizza experiences in alphabetical order.
Amore - was much better with the original owner. Too much cheese.
Anglelina's - 23rd St location is far better especially with a coupon.
Bruno's - was one of the first....the cinnimon bites are good. Go on their anniversary when it is about $5 bucks. Or order during off season when it BOGO (but order early for delivery because they cut off delivery when they get too many. And that can be within 5 minutes of talking to them the first time.)
CBs at Silversands - ok pizza but I will not go back. Was in there a few weeks ago and my friend and I only wanted a slice of pizza. It was dead. We asked about a fresh pizza in the slice area and was told that it would be minutes. We waited and waited, then finally ordered a pizza. Within 10 seconds a fresh one came out and we stopped out order. We then asked to each get a slice and the waitress (who has waited on us many times and has been there forever told us we couldn't have the hot pizza we must take the cold.) Would any of you go back?
Enzo's - Can't make the pizza thin and the worse Lasagne I have had in my life and the waiter didn't even ask if I liked my food with most of it on my plate. When I asked him about the wine selection he told me he didn't have a clue. At least he was honest.
FCs in Miramar Beach - Similar experience as the prosciutto listed in another comment earlier but ours was this salami. Large deli sheets covering a limp pizza.
Hot and Cold - Haven't been, can't get past the name. Not better than SugarCakes(?)
Mc T's in BMB - Not a fair judgement, went a couple of weeks ago the day the cook quit. The waitress would not ask the current cook if he would make it thin. "You will get what he makes" was the quote.
Pizza By the Sea - Was better when if first opened. The buffet kept different and hot pizza out.
Pizza Bar - We thought we had found it. Thin, fresh, tasty ingredients but not consistent. GIve it a break they are new. And then there is -----
The Pickle Factory - consistent, the freshest of ingredients, and the perfect crust. We have been there 3 times since Jul 3 and they just get better. Have tried five different kinds and all are wonderful. Went with neighbors last week and they agreed with the ranking or thoughts of the pizza places n SOWAL.
If you have't tried the Pickle Factory and you prefer thin pizza or even if you don't it's a must
This is my first post. Until now, I have been accused of being a "SOWAL Stalker." I will try and list my pizza experiences in alphabetical order.
Amore - was much better with the original owner. Too much cheese.
Anglelina's - 23rd St location is far better especially with a coupon.
Bruno's - was one of the first....the cinnimon bites are good. Go on their anniversary when it is about $5 bucks. Or order during off season when it BOGO (but order early for delivery because they cut off delivery when they get too many. And that can be within 5 minutes of talking to them the first time.)
CBs at Silversands - ok pizza but I will not go back. Was in there a few weeks ago and my friend and I only wanted a slice of pizza. It was dead. We asked about a fresh pizza in the slice area and was told that it would be minutes. We waited and waited, then finally ordered a pizza. Within 10 seconds a fresh one came out and we stopped out order. We then asked to each get a slice and the waitress (who has waited on us many times and has been there forever told us we couldn't have the hot pizza we must take the cold.) Would any of you go back?
Enzo's - Can't make the pizza thin and the worse Lasagne I have had in my life and the waiter didn't even ask if I liked my food with most of it on my plate. When I asked him about the wine selection he told me he didn't have a clue. At least he was honest.
FCs in Miramar Beach - Similar experience as the prosciutto listed in another comment earlier but ours was this salami. Large deli sheets covering a limp pizza.
Hot and Cold - Haven't been, can't get past the name. Not better than SugarCakes(?)
Mc T's in BMB - Not a fair judgement, went a couple of weeks ago the day the cook quit. The waitress would not ask the current cook if he would make it thin. "You will get what he makes" was the quote.
Pizza By the Sea - Was better when if first opened. The buffet kept different and hot pizza out.
Pizza Bar - We thought we had found it. Thin, fresh, tasty ingredients but not consistent. GIve it a break they are new. And then there is -----
The Pickle Factory - consistent, the freshest of ingredients, and the perfect crust. We have been there 3 times since Jul 3 and they just get better. Have tried five different kinds and all are wonderful. Went with neighbors last week and they agreed with the ranking or thoughts of the pizza places n SOWAL.
If you have't tried the Pickle Factory and you prefer thin pizza or even if you don't it's a must
SoWal Expert
I only have one comment.
You can never have too much cheese.
You can never have too much cheese.
Beach Fanatic
I didn't realize SoWal had so many Pizza choices. I need a map! I'm not exactly sure where all of these are located. I've got a few favorites like the Pizza Bar and Pizza by the Sea, but would like to try out a couple on your list. Is the Pickle Factory near Fire Restaurant just north of 30A and the four way stop in Grayton Beach area?
Beach Lover
Yes...it's where the old Thai restaurant was outside of Grayton, kinda across from Fire. Very good, very thin pizza.
SWGBAuthor
DL, they actually left quite a few out.
Fat Daddy's, Spicy Noodle, and Onano (not sure if they do pizza).
Hot and Cold is okay for something quick, it has improved since it was Sugar Pies.
Fat Daddy's, Spicy Noodle, and Onano (not sure if they do pizza).
Hot and Cold is okay for something quick, it has improved since it was Sugar Pies.
Beach Fanatic
Hot and Cold is okay for something quick, it has improved since it was Sugar Pies.
Maybe...but, this has to be the most unimaginative name for a place to eat...I admit I have not been there--just can't get past the name
Beach Fanatic
Maybe...but, this has to be the most unimaginative name for a place to eat...I admit I have not been there--just can't get past the name
Just pretend the name is "Oh My Goodness, This is the Best Pizza Ever" and you'll be fine.
I hate everything and I just LOVE this pizza. I've been there religiously every week since they opened.
Beach Fanatic
Maybe...but, this has to be the most unimaginative name for a place to eat...I admit I have not been there--just can't get past the name
Hot & Cold and Bruno's are our favorite pizza in Sowal.
SoWal Expert
Just pretend the name is "Oh My Goodness, This is the Best Pizza Ever" and you'll be fine.
Now this is the funniest pizza review that I have ever read!
Beach Lover
I only have one comment.
You can never have too much cheese.
What this poster said.....Amore is great...I loved Gugleiamo's Pizza but unfortunately they closed the SoWal Location a few years ago....The Daughter runs Ciao Bella but I tend to avoid going to SSO at all costs...
Beach Fanatic
"You will get what he makes" was the quote.:rofl: :funn:
Pardon me for laughing, but this quote just cracks me up. At least the waitress was honest, LOL. This is probably the unspoken philosophy of more than a few restaurants.
Beach Fanatic
For my taste and money, I love the Pickle Factory. I told a couple of friends about it the other night and they went. They started txting me very ugly things and said they were headed to get somewhere else since they were still hungry and hated the food! Haven't heard much from them since then and probably won't invite them to meet us there.
Banned
sure glad i dont own a pizza joint in this town with all these critics around. ill bet your pizza joint is the best though. let the small business smear merchants continue their rants. ill continue to support them all and keep my thoughts to myself.
Beach Fanatic
What this poster said.....Amore is great...I loved Gugleiamo's Pizza but unfortunately they closed the SoWal Location a few years ago....The Daughter runs Ciao Bella but I tend to avoid going to SSO at all costs...
Gugleiamo's is back in their old location near 98 BarBQ. Haven't tried their pizza though.
There is also Jordano's pizza on 98 on the way to Silver Sands. We like their vege pizza.
Beach Fanatic
I like the pizza at McTighes, fwiw.
Beach Fanatic
Does Pickles deliver in BMB?
SoWal Expert
The name IS bothersome UNTIL you walk in the door, then you see this little gem of a place which transitioned a very uneventful place into a really groovy place with lots of good pizza. I love it, and hope the name helps to keep at least two open seats for me.
SWGBAuthor
Does Pickles deliver in BMB?
I don't think they deliver at all.
Beach Lover
What's in a name anyway? Is "Pickle Factory" a good or bad name? Why? Will name alone make or break any food service business (or any other retail business for that matter)?
McDonald's vs. Burger King; Mickey D's wins the hearts and souls of children before they're old enough to wipe their own bottoms - about 30,000 vs. 11,000 locations.
Since we're talking pizza... Domino's vs. Pizza Hut; I'd say who cares but it's 4,500 to 5,000 - I'm sure having "pizza" in the name made all the difference.
There's plenty of other examples, I'm sure you have 5 to 10 in your mind right now. The name of a local place is important only if we remember it tomorrow - it's working. Of course if you're planning on world domination then you have to worry about protecting the brand which means using made up words, phonetically spelled words, or words in combination that aren't normally used together... ummmm!
McDonald's vs. Burger King; Mickey D's wins the hearts and souls of children before they're old enough to wipe their own bottoms - about 30,000 vs. 11,000 locations.
Since we're talking pizza... Domino's vs. Pizza Hut; I'd say who cares but it's 4,500 to 5,000 - I'm sure having "pizza" in the name made all the difference.
There's plenty of other examples, I'm sure you have 5 to 10 in your mind right now. The name of a local place is important only if we remember it tomorrow - it's working. Of course if you're planning on world domination then you have to worry about protecting the brand which means using made up words, phonetically spelled words, or words in combination that aren't normally used together... ummmm!
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