Casual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pies & calzones, plus wine & beer.
Zaykeese Riley
This was my first time visiting, and I came with friends to celebrate a party. The reservation process was honestly a bit frustrating. I called the day before to reserve a table for six, then called again on the day of to increase the guest count—but it seems the hostess either forgot or never noted it. I ended up arriving nearly an hour early just to secure a table, which was not ideal.
Service was fair, although a bit slow for my taste. That said, our server was very handsome, and that definitely softened the blow.
Now, the food? Delicious! I had a pizza that I wish came with more spinach, but it was still really good. Surprisingly, the Caesar salad stole the show—fresh, crisp, and super flavorful. Highly recommend that. The drinks were okay; my Old Fashioned was served with ice cubes instead of a proper ice block, which diluted the whiskey faster than I’d like.
Will I be back? Probably not, but overall I’d give it a solid 7/10. Great for a one-time experience, especially if you’re with a good-looking server and good company.
… moreJohn T. B
Important family time together during the Christmas holidays. Ours was an enjoyable evening at Grimaldi’s – fresh, hot, & delicious.
In this instance, we enjoy pizza and decided to visit Grimaldi’s in Houston’s City Center. We have been at this location a few times recently, with our expectations were met each time. This is a popular location. This time, our visit was made without a reservation. The restaurant was packed, but no worries, a table opened within twenty minutes. A server trainee was assigned to take our order. She was very pleasant, and confident, while explaining clearly this her first day. Great job! Her efforts were accompanied by a seasoned member of the team, whom my wife commented that he appeared to be a Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills)lookalike! I had to agree! Huge compliment! “Josh” went out of his way to make sure my beer was ice-cold. My wife and adult kids meanwhile ordered a bottle of red wine to share. My wife, preferring wine with pizza, commented the recommended wine choice was well-balanced and delicious. Both pizzas were delicious and perfectly Neapolitan. Great time! Thank-you @ “Josh” and the trainee!
… moreRelii Cabrales
Came here for a Sunday family dinner and when we got there we sat down quickly but we did wait for someone to acknowledge us. When I brought this up to the hostess she immediately got someone and they came, the server apologized and was very attentive after that. The drinks and appetizers came out quick, the pizza did take a bit but not super long when it came out it was fresh and delicious. We did enjoy everything.
… moreMichelle G
Our waitress Katherine was absolutely phenomenal. She was very attentive and recommended the cheesecake, which was amazing!
… moreR. Cast
Don’t bother with reservations. They won’t honor them. I made mine two weeks ahead just to call and find out they lost it. I made a second one for a specific area and number of people. They even called three times to confirm.
Day of, they called to confirm and I did. Showtime!
We show up first and the table is not where promised, jammed next another party of 45.
The topper was they made everybody’s pizza except for the birthday person’s.
The other party left, so pretty empty, it took well over twenty five minutes for a small pizza. Everyone else finished eating.
Get your crap together, you really screwed up a special night.
… moreMarcus Jasso
Beautiful NYC-themed restaurant with nice large mirrors. The pizza tasted excellent and was the highlight of the visit. We were celebrating a birthday. Table of 9. Service was spotty despite being a Thursday evening and after the dinner hours. After waiting for a while, our host got up and asked for a refill at the counter. When service did finally arrive with service for the rest of the table, the server accidently lost balance and DRENCHED (about 3-5 full glasses) my daughter, myself, the table and our pizzas in soda and water. As best as we could, we held our tongues and were quick to forgive but we were simply embarrassed and speechless. Given the degree of the spill, it pretty much brought our event to an absolute end. We understand everybody has an off-day and we don’t usually expect refunds or discounts when we choose to not like an experience or food at an establishment, but if there was ever a time when management should’ve given us all a reason to give Grimaldi’s Pizzeria a second chance, or at least a formal apology, this was it. We had an entire pie in leftovers that we couldn’t even take because it was soaked in soda. And, yet we were still offered to-go boxes! Overall: tasty gourmet pizza, primo location, beautiful decor with tone deaf fast food level, reactive service and little to no accountability to higher-end hospitality. In other words, “the belt doesn’t match the shoes”! But like ol’ Blue Eyes says,”That’s Life!”
… morePetra
I’ve been coming to grimaldi’s restaurants for years but I only recently started coming to this specific location. There aren’t any nearby where I live since I moved, so it was a decent drive to get here, but it was so worth it! Our server Isaac was attentive, funny, and so considerate. He checked in at just the right times, offered great recommendations. Our food came out tasting so perfect as well!
My friend is a little clumsy and accidentally tipped over our tray of pizza, thankfully we caught it without losing any slices but the manger heard our commotion and checked in with us right away. He even offered us a new one but we didn’t need that. Still, it was incredibly thoughtful he would do that. It just showed such attention to detail and ensuring we had a wonderful night.
The staff here is beyond friendly and the food is delicious! Love the prickly pear margaritas and espresso martinis. Highly recommend!!
… moreHernan Flores
Pizza was good. Not great but maybe I just had high expectations as I was told this pizza would be amazing. Service was great although our waiter was rushing a bit. You barely finished speaking and he was already leaving your table. He was still really cool and nice. It’s still a good place for pizza. I was Lucky enough to find parking right in front without having to pay valet. Not entirely sure where parking is if you do not want to pay valet. Pumpkin cheesecake was delicious though and the place looks really nice and welcoming.
… moreKate McBride
We love to come here after going to The Escape room next door. The pizza is delicious and hot. It is a fun family atmosphere and a traditional Italian type restaurant.
Brick oven pizza is just a different taste. We love the BBQ chicken pizza and tried a build your own with white sauce and pesto. The bruschetta was great too.
A cannoli for dessert topped off the meal. The leftover pizza will be delicious for breakfast.
If you are looking for a great pizza place, give this place a try.
… moreRon Latta Jr
Been a long time fan of Grimaldi’s especially their white pizza with garlic, sausage, mushrooms and onion. We always order extra sausage and mushrooms. Still good but last couple of times just not the same. Seems like not enough garlic or spices and still skimpy on the extra toppings.
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