Zappi's Pizzeria

This week to fulfil the quota for pizza craving I went to Zappi's Pizza a decently built pizzeria which has been around Niagara Falls since 1971. It was a family operated business which believed in serving the freshest of ingredients and making the best of pizzas for their local and out of town customers. However, after being in operation for 15 years Zappi's closed its gates to their customers. In 2002, the family again opened their gates to Niagara Falls after remodelling and renovating their kitchen and restaurant. The interior of Zappi's  has a unique charm to it. It stands out as a very authentic Italian pizzeria with its checkered tablecloths and brick patterned walls. 

We were greeted well and shown to our seats by the lady who was serving us.  We were told that Zappies allows kids to make their own pizza and bake it for them. For a small family owned restaurant that cannot afford kids play area, this is a great way to keep them occupied. After we sat down our waiter asked for our food and drink order. 

Our drinks and pizza arrived after 20 minutes as there was no rush in the restaurant. We ordered a chicken and cheese pizza with other toppings and ordered soda for drinks. Our food looked decent and tasted pretty good as well. It was a budget pizza and we couldn't ask for more. A friend of mine told me that the food used to be better when the owner was around this summer. and now it's not up to the mark. However, this journey for Niagara's best pizzeria has brought me to some pretty bad pizzas hence I found Zappi's quite good.

I would advise people to visit Zappi's if they want a large pizza at a considerable price of 22 dollars or a 24 slices pizza for 30 dollars. Zappi's has the potential to improve its pizza and attract a larger customer base if they improve their product a bit more and concentrate on consistency of their product. 

Score: 3/5

Frank's Pizzeria

After last week, I went to Frank's Pizzeria which is located in Bridge St, Niagara Falls. Franks Pizzeria is a simple  homely restaurant which is being operated by the family that owns the restaurant. Frank's has been around for a long time and is quite famous amongst the locals for cheap pizza which still manages to deliver decent pizzas. Frank's is also famous for using locally produced ingredients in their pizzas. Frank's is also supporting local farmers market considering the diminishing popularity of farmers market to super stores that has made its way into homes, restaurants and hotels.

Extra large tray pizza

This week I went to Frank's on my friend's recommendation. From  the outside, the restaurant looks like a simple homely but when I walked in I was greeted by a friendly lady who took my order and asked me to take a seat. I ordered a large tray with half pineapple, chicken, mushroom and half simple margarita pizza. It cost me around 15 dollars with a student discount. The interior of the restaurant was moderately decorated. The restaurant has an everyday mom and pop dinner look to it. 

My pizza arrived in 25 minutes. The pizza was huge and smelled of fresh cheese. The first bite was a little disappointing as I expected more from my pizza. My pizza generally lacked flavor and had a blunt taste to it and the toppings were not up to the mark.  The lack of cheese in my cheese pizza was particularly upsetting to me.

Having said that, I have to consider the fact that I ordered an extra large party tray for 15 dollars and it is impractical to expect a pizza which is fully loaded with cheese and toppings. Frank's pizza is perfect for student parties and other parties in a budget. I would also recommend my readers to try their subs, Gluten-free crust and wings. I am extremely happy that Niagara Falls offers these small independent pizzerias that offer great pizzas on a budget. 

Score: 3/5

Antica Pizzeria

After last week's heartbreaking experience I decided to continue my journey in the search of Niagara's finest pizzeria. My friend recommended me to give Antica Pizzeria a try. Antica offers wood oven handmade pizza with other home cooked Italian delicacies, dessert, and cocktails.

Upon our arrival, we were greeted by a hostess and escorted to our table. We were being shown to our seats when our server arrived and asked for our drink order. While our server was away making drinks I looked around and soaked in the delightful ambiance. The restaurant is well built and has an Old Italian charm. I was sitting close to the bar and lounge area so I had the privilege of looking out the window and catching the game at the same time.  

After a few minutes, our waiter returned to offer us complimentary bread with an array of exotic condiments along with our drinks for us to enjoy whole our pizza arrives. The aroma of the wood oven baking fresh pizzas was beyond description. 

After last week's heartbreaking experience I decided to continue my journey in the search of Niagara's finest pizzeria. My friend recommended me to give Antica Pizzeria a try. Antica offers wood oven handmade pizza with other home cooked Italian delicacies, dessert, and cocktails. 

Upon our arrival, we were greeted by a hostess and escorted to our table. We were being shown to our seats when our server arrived and asked for our drink order. While our server was away making drinks I looked around and soaked in the delightful ambiance. The restaurant is well built and has an Old Italian charm. I was sitting close to the bar and lounge area so I had the privilege of looking out the window and catching the game at the same time.  

After a few minutes, our waiter returned to offer us complimentary bread with an array of exotic condiments along with our drinks for us to enjoy whole our pizza arrives. The aroma of the wood oven baking fresh pizzas was beyond description. . 

Score: 4/5

Domino's Pizza

The Domino's in Niagara Falls opened in 2008. It is the top pizzeria in Ontario and third highest in Canada. I went into the store with high expectations. 


The first thing that I noticed was how dirty the kitchen was. Their kitchen was not clean or maintained properly and the doughs they were using were dark yellow and black in colour. I had to ask the staff to use a fresh one. The staff member didn't answer my question but reached for the fridge to get a fresh dough. The staff uniforms were also not clean and staff with beards were not wearing proper hygienic hair nets. However, the cooking process was fast. I received my pizza in fifteen minutes and it was served to my table with a luminous smile. 

I opened the box to only to be greeted by my large pepperoni pizza. The pizza was slightly greasy on the top, the cheese was not generously proportioned and the crust was a little dry, but otherwise the pizza was delicious and fulfilling. The flavour of the cheese was nice and the store was spacious so that people can sit and eat. I was surprised to see that my pizza didn't come with any complimentary condiments and sauces and I had to pay .75 cents to buy one. I was charged $11.85 for my large pizza and sauces. In comparison to other pizza places, this is the average price. I recommend checking this store out you enjoy Domino's products.

Score 3/5