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| Little Wing Pizzeria, Belfast, N. Ireland |
Overall Rating: Fair (*)
Pizza type: Neapolitan style
Pizza ordered: Cheese slice
Crust: The crust was really the only redeeming characteristic of this slice of pizza. The crust was thin and nicely charred in a stone oven, leaving it slightly crispy with just enough chewiness to make for a sturdy slice.
Sauce: The sauce seemed a bit bitter and acidic, and was unevenly spiced. This could have been from the spices that were apparently applied during or right after cooking, that sort of laid on the slice in clumps. The sauce had potential, but needed a bit more TLC!
Cheese: The cheese on the Little Wing slice was good mozzarella, but was a bit over cooked; however, it's flavor held up and a nice mildness shown through. The cheese was applied in keeping with their stated mission of using Neapolitan methods.
Other Topping(s): The only other toppings on this slice were various dried spices, which, if they had been applied with some care, would have added some nice subtleties to the the slice, but, as they were, the flavors were scattered and overpowering in some bites.
Atmosphere: Very traditional, urban slice joint atmosphere. This particular outlet was a walk-up window with outdoor seating.
Service: The service at the window was timely and courteous. Although, don't be in a rush, because they do take care in making sure your order is accurate, which I appreciated. The outdoor seating area was clean and inviting; very nice after a long summertime walk around the City.
Utensils: Adequate utensils, napkins and packaging.
Overall: Although I just gave a "Fair" rating to Little Wing Pizzeria's slice, I believe it has potential. They are certainly, from what I could see, working to incorporate Neapolitan methods into their process. A bit more attention to detail in application of the topping and maybe a bit of work on the sauce to even out the slightly bitter/acidic edge and they could have a "Very Good" slice.
Reservations: N/A
Payment: Cash or credit cards
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| The Little Wing Pizzeria Cheese slice |
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| Little Wing Pizzeria Kitchen |
