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Name: Pi Pizzeria - Delmar Loop
Address: 6144 Delmar Blvd, Saint Louis, MO, 63112
Telephone: (314) 727-6633
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 4.10

Pi Pizzeria - Delmar Loop

6144 Delmar Blvd, Saint Louis, MO, 63112

(314) 727-6633
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Pi Pizzeria - Delmar Loop Menu

Breakfast Pitas

Awakin' with Bacon

Ham n' Eggs

Steak n' Eggs

Meat the Day

Morning Glory
Meat Pitas

The Local

Chicken Caesar

Chicken Crave

Chicken Souvlaki

Chicken Breast

Buffalo Chicken

Prime Rib

Philly Steak

Turkey

Gyro

Club

BLT

Dogwood

Black Forest Ham

Tuna
Veggie Pitas

Falafel

Hummus

Spicy Black Bean

Cheese

Garden
Kids Pitas

Li’l Turkey

Li’l Ham

Quesapita
Toppings And Sauces

Toppings

Cheeses

Sauces
Featured Items

Chips

Drinks
Snacks

Pita w/Dip
Make it a Combo!

Regular Combo

Large Combo

Healthy Meal suggestions for Pi Pizzeria - Delmar Loop

Breakfast Pitas

Awakin' with Bacon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ham n' Eggs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Steak n' Eggs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Meat the Day [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Morning Glory [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Meat Pitas

The Local [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Caesar [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Crave [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Souvlaki [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chicken Breast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Buffalo Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prime Rib [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Philly Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Turkey [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Gyro [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Club [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

BLT [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Dogwood [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Black Forest Ham [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tuna [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Veggie Pitas

Falafel [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hummus [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Spicy Black Bean [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Garden [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Kids Pitas

Li’l Turkey [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Li’l Ham [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Quesapita [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Toppings And Sauces

Toppings [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cheeses [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Sauces [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Featured Items

Chips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Drinks [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Snacks

Pita w/Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Make it a Combo!

Regular Combo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Large Combo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Jen B.

Probably the best pizza near the loop. Awesome interior too.
(5)
Dan G.

I checked with comic book guy and he confirmed "best pie ever!". I don't think my wife and I have put on an eating display like that since pizza Regina in Bean town. Large deep dish and two rounds for fifty bucks! Being from Chicago I was pleased that this pizza had a delicious cornmeal crust and was very consistent, a problem that has taken us away from Gino's. The ingredients were very fresh and fantastic. We had the Berkeley, which had portabellas, garlic, onions, kalamattas and zucchini to go with the tastiest chunky tomato sauce to ever grace a pizza. A few of our tableside quotes "I think I just drooled on the table". "you can't be serious about having another slice" and from our waitress "I was pretty impressed with that display". Many fine beers to choose from and four New Belgiums on tap. I enjoyed the 1554, which washed down half a pie quite nicely. A postscript to my initial review.... We cancelled our dinner at Harvest to return to Pi and get takeout. This time around we decided on the Bucktown and threw in a few toppings. Our pizza had chicken, artichokes, feta, red pepper, red onion, spinach and roasted garlic cloves. Again, we put away the entire pie. So tasty and much lighter than the deep dishes we typically get in Chicago. Typically we pay twice as much for a pizza this loaded and it is nowhere close in terms of ingredient quality or freshness. Creative combos and a lighter touch than you regularly find. Was quite busy when we did takeout and it looked like you may want to plan ahead for a visit. After the Arch, the next place you need to go when in St. Louis. We are such fans, we had to go twice in a long weekend. Pi perfected.
(5)
Gina S.

Question: What do you do when you're only in St Louis for 16 hours or less? Answer: You go to Pi for dinner and then order an additional 2 large deep dish pizza's to go too! Well you would if you were me! That's pretty much exactly what we did. We enjoyed most of a large deep dish Bucktown at the restaurant and took a large deep dish Berkley and South Side Classico to go. However, the smell of Pi filling a little car for 5 hours is fairly intoxicating. We lasted about 2 hours before we made a pit stop for another slice while on the road. So looking forward to reheating a slice for dinner, it reheats pretty well in a toaster oven or the regular oven. My mouth waters just thinking about it. Does Pi deliver to Chicago? How about Milwaukee?
(5)
Old D.

Good pizza! Vegetables were fresh and crisp. Great seasoning. Great beer selection. A little expensive, but not "Chicago" expensive. Voting with my wallet and will be a return customer!
(4)
Megan A.

Not that the deep dish isn't tasty, cuz it is, but sometimes it's a bit too much for me. All that sauce, all that cheese, all that crust? Not tonight...no thank you. But shoot... I want those freakin stuffed mushrooms with that tangy, aioli amazingness! Ok ok...I'll try a little thing called compromise? The results? I'm proud to say that I finally lost my Pi thin crust virginity. And it was monumental. Pi redemption! Sure, it was take out, which isn't really a reflection of service per se, but it still counts right?
(5)
Amy B.

We ordered a pie for pickup, but instead of cooking it when we said we wanted it, they served us a cold, crusty pizza! Then when we called, the manager refused to talk to us or call us back. For an expensive pizza place, pi serves up mediocre food and doesn't take care of its customers,
(1)
Tom G.

Tasted a bit like cafeteria pizza to me. What's all the fuss about?
(1)
Joi B.

Holla, back to Pi almost exactly one year later! Because I'm all about devout worship of the thin crust I went for that this time, although fond memories of the deep dish almost made me choose otherwise. Glad I went for the thin crust, as it too is cornmeal and perfectly crispy. For saucy me, I got extra sauce, plus mushroom, kalamata olives and spinach. Damn, that is some good pizza! Damn Damn DAMN that is some good pizza! I'm staying in the Moonrise across the street and I have a feeling I'll be looking at all of these vintage moon photos that are everywhere, but instead of moons, I'll be seeing some Pi pizzas with big smiley faces in them. Maybe it'll be *me* transposed in Gibson girl attired in the photo as well, sitting on the pizza moons, gazing up at the pizza moons with love. Falling OFF the pizza moons. Fondling the nose of a pizza moon. OK, that's kind of creepy. But hilarious. Yup, I'm creepy, hilarious and I love Pi pizza. In fact, I am going to make certain that I dream of Pi tonight as well. Love this place! Can't you tell?
(5)
Karen C.

I ended up at Pi last weekend when I was in St. Louis for one of The Urge reunion shows at The Pageant (edit: one of the EPIC Urge reunion shows! But that's not the point of this review)... moving on. We were hungry, most definitely in need of some nourishment and a few beverages to get the night going. I haven't been to the Delmar area in at least 6 or 7 (and WOW, upgrade!) years, so we were just roaming around until we found something that looked good. Pi fit the bill. There was a 30 minute wait, so we grabbed a beer at the bar. The beer list at Pi is EXCELLENT. When in STL I usually make it a point to only drink Schlafly, but I had to try something different for a change since their list was so amazing. Once seated, we got on to the ordering stage. I did not drive 6 hours from Chicago to eat deep dish pizza (I seriously hate deep dish pizza, and go out of my way to avoid it at all costs in Chicago) & I had to laugh when I realized that this was their specialty. We went with thin crust, a half & half situation, and apparently I DID drive 6 hours to eat something named after my old neighborhood, the Lincoln Park. The boy had The Hill for his half. I can only speak for my veggie half, but it was SO good. The crust was crispy & delicious, the toppings were super fresh. (And this is something small, but the halves were perfectly cut. No olives or meat sneaked it's way onto my half. It's this tiny attention to detail at a pizza joint that can rock my world.) Our waiter was attentive and friendly, great with suggestions and seemed to always be there when we needed him. I love the design of the space, and they have plenty of outdoor seating. I'm definitely looking forward to going back to Pi on my next visit!
(5)
Meg M.

I'm just going to say it- it was okay. Not amazing, not life-changing, but okay. The pizza was... pretty good. The crust was not my favorite. If I'm going to get deep dish, I'm going to go to Blackthorn. The salad, however, was pretty great. Also, the garlic bread actually comes with a bulb of roasted garlic. Yum. But with all the hype, I really thought the pizza would have been more... yummy?
(3)
Eric S.

Pi Pizza is EXCELLENT. Almost mind blowing that this place co-exists in a city with IMO's
(4)
Jess J.

Love St. Louis, HAAAAAAAAAAAATE Provel. Which makes me wary of getting pizza when I'm out and about in the city. The minute our server turned around and I saw the red circle/slash logo with the word "Provel" in the middle on the back of his t-shirt, I knew I was in the right place. We spent a 100+ heat index day tromping around Forest Park, and were looking for some grub. Found ourselves exploring Delmar Loop, and the air conditioned interior of Pi beckoned. Boyfriend and I split a thin crust Lincoln Park pizza, and my parents had a small deep dish South Side Classico. The table split a fantastic, perfectly dressed house salad with lots of gorgonzola and walnuts and vinaigrette. The cornmeal crust on both types of pizza was amazing, and the ingredients couldn't have tasted fresher. The five stars is as much for the service as the food. Our server was fantastic, warm, and friendly, and right on top of things. We'd had some spotty service elsewhere in STL the night before, and it was great to get such nice, personal treatment when visiting the city. Would definitely go back!
(5)
Patt C.

Tonight for dinner. First time at any Pi for dinner. Upon arrival, 6 p.m., told of a 10-minute wait. It was less than that. I was the only diner who had ever been to pi, so I had a lot of 'splainin' to do! I told all what salads and pies I'd had and how we shared large pies, then left everyone to their own devices. I got the small blt salad ($6), as did my niece -- Romaine, red onion, banana peppers, bacon, cherry tomatoes, parmesan cheese, with peppercorn ranch dressing. Her husband got the small caprese ($6) -- fresh mozzarella with sliced campari tomatoes and fresh basil, drizzled with EVOO and balsamic vinegar. My sister got the small pi'oneer ($6) -- Romaine, Volpi salami, cherry tomatoes, artichoke hearts and kalamata olives with house-made creamy italian. EVERYBODY stopped talking to devour these lucious salads. Ryan exclaimed enthusiastically to the freshness of the ingredients in the caprese, and I think he won that salad war. That caprese looked divine! Katie and Ryan decided on the large deep-dish south side classico ($22) - mozzarella, sausage, mushrooms, green bell peppers and onions. Server asked if they wanted sauce, because the thin-crust doesn't have sauce. This being deep-dish, she suggested sauce. And she recommended the red sauce, so that's how they went. What's interesting is the sauce is ON TOP of the toppings. My sister and I shared the large thin-crust east loop ($21) - mozzarella, pesto, chicken, mushrooms and onions. Again, chatting stopped upon pie delivery. Everyone was astounded at the combination of tastes on these pies, including me, since I'd not had the east loop. That pesto was a major flavor success. Service and delivery were deliriously beautiful, thanks to cheery and helpful Jona. And diet Dr Pepper was available! Cheers for that! Parking was situational, but traveling west on Delmar just before the Pageant, I espied a spot on the other side, so pulled an awesome U-ie in the middle of Delmar, stopping traffic just briefly. Then corked my minivan into a parallel spot the size of a VW. Got major props for that from everyone. Yea me! When we left, the place was packed with waiters . . . and I mean PACKED! Glad we went early.
(5)
Paige C.

We moved to the area in 2013 and tried a lot of different STL places that we had heard about. I loved Pi and have eaten it several times again since trying it. The deep dish is better than anything I've had in Chicago, and their beer selection is great. The cornmeal crust on the deep dish is my favorite pizza crust anywhere. If you are looking for St. Louis style pizza this is not it. I don't like provel cheese so I was excited to find someplace in ST. Louis that has pizza I love. I've only ordered the deep dish so I'm not sure about their thin crust. My friend got a salad and said it was great. Atmosphere was good, and when it's nice outside you can sit on the sidewalk and people watch on Delmar which is always interesting. Overall, my favorite pizza in the city.
(5)
Michelle M.

Pi! You totally saved my night. As visitors to St. Louis on a Sunday evening, my fiancÃ© and I found ourselves in a predicament. It was dinnertime, we were very hungry, and every single restaurant we found was CLOSED. Frustrated, we headed back toward our hotel, figuring that if all else failed, we could probably get something to eat at the hotel restaurant. Sigh. We parked our car on Delmar and started walking around, when we noticed a delicious smell. Following our noses, we found ourselves at Pi. I didn't really want pizza; we'd had a whole weekend of heavy, meaty food, and I was kind of looking forward to something light. But when we sat down at an outdoor table, enjoying the warm, breezy evening, I knew we had made a good decision. I relaxed with a cold glass of refreshing sangria (perfect!) and we ordered some awesome DIY garlic bread- a loaf of toasted bread, a bowl of creamy butter and a big bulb of roasted garlic. YUM. Then- the pizza! Having eaten Chicago-style deep dish all of my life, I feel that I am decently qualified to judge it when I eat it- and this was great. We opted to create our own, with the usual tomatoes and mozzarella in addition to chicken breast, pesto, roasted garlic and onions. The result was SOO good. All of the ingredients were perfectly fresh and flavorful and the crust was awesome. I probably had garlic oozing out of my pores at the end of the meal, but it was worth it. My only regret is that with no fridge in our room, we couldn't get the bigger 12" pizza and take home the leftovers. (Instead, we devoured a whole 9" pizza right then and there. Oops.)
(5)
Rick C.

After checking pizza reviews on Yelp, I settled on pi. Not disappointed. Carrie my server steered me to deep dish instead of thin crust. This was a good choice. The crust was especially noteworthy. Had a basic double pepperoni and spicy sausage with extra cheese (yes, I believe pizza and pepperoni do the hand in glove thing). My only recommendation is to offer provolone cheese as an alternate to mozzarella. Would definitely make a return trip next time I'm in St. Louis.
(5)
Jennifer C.

Good pizza, good service, good drinks... overpriced, overrated!
(3)
John S.

Went here based on a recommendation for several friends. Being from Chicago I have high expectations for piazza. We ordered both their thin & thick crust piazza and found both to be fantastic. They also had a pretty good beer selection. The only reason I gave them 4 out of 5 stars was our server. She could have been a little better. I would not let that stop anyone from eating here.
(4)
Amrita R.

I came here on a beautiful Saturday after biking all around Forest Park and dug into the salted caramel ice cream. It was only $3 and it was divine. TRY IT! Came here again with visiting friends and they loved that Pi has $1.50 beer sampler options, since it's the perfect size for us girls. Also, I was ambivalent about the Berkley because of the olives but lucky for me, we swapped out olives with basil and now it's the best pizza ever! I haven't been able to stop thinking about the ice cream OR the pizza all week. So. Good. I also rather enjoy the cornmeal-y crust, and I'm one of those who doesn't ever eat the crust! Overall this place is too cute to miss, and the food/drinks all match up to the great atmosphere/service/ambience. It's such a great StL hotspot and I love bringing visiting friends here!
(5)
Abby S.

Where would you go for your last meal in St. Louis? Although I wasn't able to go everywhere that I love before leaving town, Pi seemed like a good choice. We were in the Loop, I was with a vegetarian and we wanted a drink. Pi met all of the criteria and then some... My gal pal and I arrived early, around 5:45 and were seated in the bar area. There must have been some sort of Wash U event happening over the weekend, because there were a ton of college-aged kids there with their parents. Or maybe there were just visiting for the holidays? Either way, the place got packed fast! And rightfully so, as the pizza here is top notch. It's one of the few pies that I could actually eat for breakfast. Cold. But I couldn't take it with me, so whomever got to enjoy my leftovers is a lucky person. If you haven't tried the Schlafly beer made especially for Pi - Common - definitely try it! It's got a high alcohol content, so just one or two drafts and you'll be on your way. Not a fancy choice or anything too terribly off the beaten path, but it made me happy to have one last slice of deep dish pizza before heading west.
(5)
Aimee K.

Per usual, I had a great experience at Pi tonight. Took my little sister (from the Big Brothers Big Sisters program) and we were both happy and pretty impressed! All of their salads are fresh and really nicely sized, so order a half size if it's just for you and you just want a little pre-meal grub. The bada-bing is the best IMO, has greens, toasted almonds, gorgonzola cheese, dried bing cherries, and raspberry vinaigrette. For an appetizer, always go with the Pi Bites. Don't ask questions. I decided to stray away from my usual thick crust, cheesy goodness tonight and go with a thin crust version, and I went with the East Loop- it was a crispy thin pizza crust topped with mozzarella, pesto, roasted chicken, mushrooms and onions. Uhh, yeah. Our server was great. Pi Bites were taking forever but she acknowledged it from the beginning, which was all I could really ask for. She was attentive and took care of us very well. Love the inside of this place... don't know why, but it is a more casual atmosphere for me compared to the West End location. Awesome murals drawn on the wall, and tables everywhere full of happy, pizza-loving peeps. Just a really great time with exceptionally good food.
(5)
Erika M.

First time I came here, I had me the garlic bread - which is basically warm bread with a garlic spread, and the South Side Classico deep dish - mozzarella, sausage, mushrooms, green bell peppers and onions. Both were meh. Maybe I shouldn't have played it o safe. Second time I came here, I shared the k squared salad - field greens, beets, clementines, goat cheese, pine nuts, with lemon poppyseed vinaigrette --so good! & we got a half/half deep dish (which I totally didn't know you could do!). We got half a Western Addition - mozzarella, spinach blended with ricotta and feta, mushrooms, onions, and garlic & half The Delmar - mozzarella, cheddar, barbeque sauce, hormone-free chicken, red and green peppers, red onion, fresh cilantro after baking. Both were equally delicious. Pi totally redeemed itself. FYI: The small deep dish is big enough for two people (3 slices each) - perfect if you plan on getting an app. Definitely do the halh/half - more pizza goodness for your buck. Free soda refills. The meatballs looked delish (sad I didn't get to try it) & they have a good selection of beers & mixed drinks :)
(4)
Jessica C.

I still don't get it. I've eaten at their CWE location and now this one, and this pizza is just not THAT amazing. Salads this time were underdressed and dry. We tried a flat pizza and a deep dish. The flat pizza was downright bland. It was thoroughly disappointing. The deep dish still had rubbery cheese in it, but had much more flavor than the other pizza. The noise was at ear splitting levels, so I have no idea why this is such a popular date spot. You have to shout everything you say just to be heard. All in all it's decent pizza, but I don't comprehend why everyone is so over the moon about it.
(3)
Natasha L.

Great place for some really really really good pizza! The deep dish is delicious I was so full but I couldn't stop eating and the thin crust is just as good if not better. Fresh toppings full bar and great deal on sangria which is yummy! Must try the ice cream for dessert soo good!
(5)
Brittany J.

After spending 4 years in St. Louis I can easily say this is my favorite pizza spot in the Lou. Funny, considering RA Chicago style and NOT St. Louis style pie (yuck). The ingredients are fresh, and the veggies are plentiful and varied; you don't feel bad eating this pizza, except for maybe the sheer quantity. The crust tastes like a cornmeal base, similar to (and dare I say better than) Giordano's in Chicago. A large can feed 2-4 in my opinion. I'd say the beer selection is better at this location than the one in DC, but I've only visited the DC location once, so I'm not sure that's fair.
(5)
Stephen C.

Good pizza, good brew in a nice environment... what more can you ask for? This has to be the closest thing to Chicago-style deep dish pizza that I've had outside of Chicago. Not that that's necessarily what they were going for, but the comparison is hard to ignore, with the toppings piled on and the sauce on the top. The pies are a little smaller than what I imagined, but the selection of toppings is great, and they're tasty as hell. A little on the pricey side, but I would gladly come back anytime!
(5)
Jacqueline C.

Pi...IS....AHHHHmazing. Really, every time I visit I cannot say I dislike anything. I hit the Loop location up simply b/c Manchester is kinda family-ish and the CWE was a bit more of a drive. My friend and I started with the Pi Bites. Think of all things cheesy and a little meat and a crispy breading. Served up with a side of marinara complimented with hints of Rosemary -- just awesome! The pizza: Bucktown loaded with chicken and olives, red peppers and artichoke hearts. We added half bacon since I was with a bacon lover! We chose the thin crust rather than deep dish. I wasn't trying to feel too stuffed, and the deep dish gets me every time. The thin crust was perfectly crisp and golden in color around the edges. Oh man my mouth is watering and it's only 8:30am!!!!
(5)
David T.

This is St. Louis' answer to Chicago's deep dish pizza. While they do get some of it right, they don't get it all right. The crust does taste like Gino's East, with the cornmeal being the predominate flavor. As far as the toppings, they just aren't as good as Chicago. The sausage is kind of flavorless. It almost just tastes like tomato paste on there. Also, they add raw diced tomatoes, which really doesn't work with the pizza either. This is a good pizza, but I wouldn't go out of my way to go here. I went here for lunch and I am not into the "night life" like a lot of people that are commenting are. The restaurant is a nice place and in a nice location. They are on the verge of making a great pizza, but it just isn't there. A few tweaks in the ingredients and this pizza would be fantastic.
(4)
Shari d.

After a long walk through the park we decided to eat at Pi for dinner. We split a medium size pizza and it was just the right amount of food for both of us. They offer thin or thick crust, we preferred the thin. We ordered The Hill and added extra jalapenos. The crust was thin but not too thin where you feel like you are eating a cracker. There were plenty of toppings and it didn't make the crust soggy which is a pet peeve of mines at other restaurants. The service was quick and friendly and it was an added bonus that we were able to sit outside since it was a nice warm night. Yay Pi! I am a fan!
(4)
Sarah B.

Great Pizza. Reminds me of Chicago
(5)
Lori K.

Not my first pick in the Loop. The wait is very long and the seating is very tight. The wait staff is very nice and professional. Supposably our president like this pizza place, when he is in town.
(3)
Alexis H.

No wonder this place is packed all the time... My B.F and I went there and a waiter recommended "The Delmar". We usually like NY style pizza, so we were curious to see if we are gonna like it or not... Oooohhh mmmyyyy GOD! The pizza was Perrrrrfect! The combination of the toppings are super geniousl! It's so unbelievable that someone can create pizza like this! It's very different from any pizza we've had before and now this is one of our favorite! LOOOVE LOVE LOVE IT! (Seriously, STL has many good restaurants. I'm happy that I moved here :) )
(5)
Jessica T.

Absolutely wonderful, unique pizza. This is the kind of place to try when you're looking for something a bit out-of-the-box.
(5)
Tara G.

My boyfriend and I just happened to stumble upon this place our first night visiting St. Louis, and it ended up being the perfect experience! We arrived at around 10 pm on a Sunday night, which was great timing since their rush was just winding down (they're open til midnight). The cute outdoor seating with strings of lights and candles drew us in, and the wonderful service took it from there. Our server, Blaire, was pretty much the friendliest person ever! She made some great recommendations and let us know about all the substitution options for the pizzas, including vegan matchmeat and vegan cheese. I'm vegan, but occasionally I'll "cheat" when I'm out and eat real cheese if it's good quality, so you can imagine I was delighted when I found out I could veganize my pizza. Blaire was SO friendly and enthusiastic about letting us customize our pizza, so we ordered one half with vegan cheese, one half with real cheese, and vegan matchmeat instead of chorizo on the whole thing. Even though she talked to the kitchen, they left off the real cheese; the pizza was still delicious and we hadn't really even noticed when she rushed out and informed us they were making us a whole second pizza! We were in no rush and had basically polished off the first, so they boxed it up for us. Then the manager came out, apologized for the mix-up (which was no big deal), and told us both pizzas were on the house! We couldn't believe it...that was $34 of FREE pizza. They were so ridiculously nice about it. As far as the actual pizza, I thought it was great. The vegan cheese melted nicely...I'm not sure what brand they use, but it was delicious. Our pizza also had some pickled onions on it that were especially yummy. Their thin crust is tasty and cooks really quickly--our food was out in no time. They've also got some nice beers on tap, and we didn't get dessert but there were some delectable-looking options on the menu. Yes, it's a little on the expensive side, but the experience is totally worth it in my book...or it would be, if they had charged us!
(5)
Danielle W.

Pi has got to be one of the hardest places in St. Louis to get a table in...the wait has to be atleast 30-45 minutes long on a Friday or Saturday night. The wait, I guess...is worth it. The drinks at Pi are great. Pi (2) is great and so is the cubini. It is definitely a place for happy hour and a must go to for a night out with the ladies trying to have a few fab drinks and act tready [per say]. The pizza at Pi is good, I don't love their deep dish pizza, but their regular crust pizza is pretty phenomenal. I usually get something that is simple like a tomato basil regular crust pizza, however this weekend I went a little fancier and got a pizza with tomatoes, zucchini, and some other delicious ingredients topping it off. I went with a group of 8 and the rest of the gang got the deep dish and devoured every single piece. Pi is a great hangout, try going on a night that isn't so popular for eating, and drinking out! The loop is also the perfect location for a low key night or a night on the town. Get after it!
(4)
Stan S.

As a disclosure, I am a born and raised East coast Pizza snob, and until recently, rarely ate STL pizza, (is Imo's even pizza? What's with Provel cheese?) Anyway, Pi is a great addition to the STL pizza scene, I prefer the thin pizza, but my wife loves the thicker Chicago style. They also offer some really interesting pie's not found in traditional pizza without going too "west coast". The thin crust pizza is much closer to what you might find around Naples than Brooklyn. The salads are particularly good here, I like the House myself and for thin crust, my favorite is the North Beach Classico. The staff here are always great, but there are often long wait times-especially on weekends, which I think speaks to the quality of the food here, more than service issues/problems.
(4)
Carlos N.

So apparently there's only one way to enter the flagship location for sweet, sweet St. Louis pizza: confuse the wait staff as much as humanly possible. There are two entrances into this location: the take-out section and the actual bar/restaurant section. The entrance for the take-out section, which is incredibly massive for simply ordering to-go, comes before the entrace to the latter section when one comes from the Metrolink station. Thinking that it was some sort of unique and creative set-up (or that it was just the first entrance I saw), I went through the take-out section and ordered normally. Afterwards, I asked about getting a seat in the restaurant area. Mass confusion ensued. Even the bartender was confused. Nonetheless, everyone treated me wonderfully. The pizza was GOOD GOD EXCELLENT. Thought getting proper deep dish in the middle of the Midwest was impossible? THINK AGAIN. Unfortunately, this means that I have to fly to here and Chicago to get the proper treatment. Which means more air travel. Which means more affairs with the TSA. But I digress. I am a fan. Full stop.
(5)
Walter K.

Kind of expensive but the ingredients are very good. I thought it was worth the price. They use all natural stuff and there are some very different pizzas here. I would recommend it because it was a nice experience. I sat outside on the street and had a orange Fitzs, very relaxing.
(4)
Colleen C.

YES, the pizza is pretty above good at Pi. Great, even. In fact, the slice of veggie deep dish I had with that ridiculous corn-like crust was just about heaven. HOWEVER. I have now eaten TWO of Pi's BLT salads in my life, and I must say...it really is a genuis lettuce + toppings amalgamation. Perfectly dressed, lots of fresh fun "salad confetti", and of course...CRISPY bacon. I eat so much bacon in St. Louis, its probably criminal. I don't care, lock me up and make sure to slip some bacon in my socks. I'm runnin' an oink cartel. Plus, service is cute and courteous, borderline amazing. More bacon, please.
(4)
Jeremy C.

Best Chicago style pizza outside of Chicago and possibly even against Local Chicago pizza joints to. I have had Chicago pizza before and I think this is the best. The cornmeal crust with the garlic flavor is to die for. My wife and I go here as a date spot and have never been disappointed. I have had the BLT salad and it was awesome, the bread with the roasted garlic is amazing and I love that you can tailor your own pizza. Parking is kinda iffy but its to be expected where it is. I would highly recommend this to anyone for any time of the day.
(5)
Jake K.

Who doesn't love Pi? I don't know anyone who has been here and disliked it. Perhaps not everyone likes it as much as I do, but that's okay. Let's talk about this place: Food: Is just so good. They have a wide variety of appetizers, salads and pizzas. 1. Appetizers - wings. They're not my favorite around, but they're still pretty good. What I like about them is that they're not breaded. They are however, baked. I'm okay with that, but I still prefer deep fried and extra crispy. I'm giving their wings a 3 star. Let's talk humus. I'm a little spoiled on humus because I have friends who make it so phenomenally that it will probably never top that, but I'm giving them a solid 4 star rating. 2. Salads - the Bada-Bing is my favorite. Sweet and tart dried cherries along with walnuts and blue cheese crumbles is really hard to beat. Plus, the size of this thing is gigantic. I always share the small, but it the salad is your meal then by all means get down on some of this. 3. The Pi - let just start off with saying no provel! In my book that takes them towards the top just because of that. Provel is the worst thing to happen to pizza ever. I don't care how authentic people think it makes it or any reason people have for liking provel; it just doesn't matter. I'm a pretty simple person when it comes to pizza. I like the standard classics like sausage, pepperoni, mushroom, etc. I do love a good veggie pizza topped with fresh vegetables. I am also a thin crust kind of person. Nothing against the deep-dish, just I don't care for all of the bread and I'm not really a fan of my sauce on top. The pies here are simply great. They have a fantastic lineup of toppings from which to choose and I think I've been through them all. It's really hard to beat a bacon, onion and jalapeno. The sauce is delicious with just the right amount of spice and the cheese is bountiful. Service: I have had such great service here. From going in when there are only a few people in the place to standing outside for 35 minutes waiting for a table, I have been treated kind, helped immediately and served with a smile. The servers are knowledgeable and the bartenders are friendly. Ambiance: I like the feel of this place. It's a big space, but feel cozy and intimate. Usually I just grab a spot at the bar, but when I have friends in town we grab a table. It's usually crowded and the noise level is a little above normal, but I like that. It feels like I'm part of the action. I gave a couple of items 3-star and 4-star, but I'm still giving this a 5-star rating because they do such a good job. One they I really like are all of the choices in beer. They support local breweries and that makes me happy. If you haven't gone, do it! If you have, keep going back.
(5)
Josh S.

This place is a buzz of activity any night of the week. Pi pizza is redefining the Stl Style of pizza, which still isn't very clear to me. With fresh and tasty ingredients on a crispy thin crust (or deep dish if you're feeling real hungry), these pizzas are spot on! A little pricey but always delicious.
(4)
Ehow C.

[Oops, posted for the wrong location. This was a review from back in November, 2010.] I didn't really enjoy the thin-crust pizza that we ordered. The Cherokee Street had some interesting toppings, but the ingredients seemed more for decoration on top of a bland crust. I expect a bit more flavor given the price range. Two stars for the attentive service. It looks like they have a pretty decent beer selection, if you drink.
(2)
Jessica L.

I like this place! After a tiring day it was a nice place to stop by. Most importantly? IT WAS A WEEKEND AFTERNOON. Can anyone say, "NO LINE?!" I can, and smart move :] Decor: It's not that big of a restaurant but they do a good job. There's a bar on the right and the seats are pretty comfortable. It's like an eclectic feel to it (there are like seats taken out of a theatre or something that I sat on. It was really cool). NOTE: Their menu is (in my opinion) QUITE confusing. Interesting design, but confusing. very. NOTE: While it was moderately busy when I went I KNOW it gets packed and LOUD. Service: Pretty spot-on. Nothing to complain about. Waitress was very nice :] Food: They take 20 mins to make the deep dish pizza, just a heads up. It didn't take that long since it was a WEEKEND AFTERNOON! (I emphasize, yet again :P) - Del Mar Pizza: Grease Galore. It was a thin crust and it just.. didn't hit the spot for me. - BBQ Chicken Deep Dish: This is my go-to pizza flavor only because you really can't mess it up. And they did a good job and not doing so! haha, but otherwise it was really really good. Not as cheesy as you would expect a real Chicago one (which, in my opinion, is fantastic), so I enjoyed it. - Garlic Bread: Interesting layout. There was some sort of very flavorful garlic that was put on the side and you're supposed to either drizzle it on the bread or like squeeze it on it. It was okay, very interesting design! Bottom Line: I'd come here again. But I warn you that I have been turned away by their hour-plus-long-wait more than once. Just go on a weekday, or go to the CWE one!!! I like mah pizza!!
(4)
John F.

After a lousy day being stranded at Lambert Airport (and airport hotels), we decided to search out a good place to eat. A quick Metrolink train ride took us to Delmar Ave and . What a great respite from irate travelers and overworked ticket agents. serves up great pizza pie (and salads). All the ingredients were very fresh and prepared just right. The deep dish pie had awesome crush with just a hint of cornmeal. The staff was very friendly and attentive to a couple of weary travelers. Even if you're not in the mood for pizza, check out the bar. has a fantastic roster of beers on tap and a nice wine list. I hope their Washington, DC location has equally good food. If so, I'll have something to hold me over until returning to St Louis.
(4)
J R.

Pizza was good. Cornmeal crust and heavily topped with their homemade chunky pizza sauce. I opted to add the sausage for a buck fifty but the sauce was so heavy and there was so little of it that I could barely taste the sausage on it. $15.06 with tax for a small deep dish with sausage. Not bad and Nice place.
(4)
Jennifer M.

Obama likes this place better than Chicago's deep dish pizza. Which is exactly why I gave it a try when I visited. We had to wait about 40 minutes, but it was definitely worth it. The BBQ CHICKEN deep dish pizza - you will never eat one anywhere else after trying this. BBQ wasn't overwhelming, and the chicken was very tender and not over-cooked. Cheese wasn't overpowering the flavor as well so that the BBQ chicken could really be tasted. The crust reminded me of Giordano's crust, but not as soggy and the texture was very chew.
(5)
Greg L.

This is the flagship location for Pi pizza. The menu is simple, salads and pizza entres accompanied by a simple appetizer menu. The accommodations inside are comfortable, casual and sociable. There is a bar separated from the main dining room so guests can gather for a drink while waiting for their party or a table to be ready without families worrying about people spilling into the dining area. There are additional tables outside offering views of the patron patrolling the loop or lines for the Pageant shows. Pi offers both thick and thin crust pizzas. You can special order anything you want or select from a list of specialty pies. I like both thick and thin crusts, depending on my mood. A small thick crust will easily fill two diners unless they both carry an extensive appetite. The bar has lots of draft beers, including Pi Common, which is a Schlafly beer specifically brewed for Pi. Parking is first come first served on the street (usually high turnover) or there are several commuter lots in the loop for a short walk.
(5)
Virginia R.

Good! You can choose deep dish or traditional. An unexpected surprise, but very welcome. A for beer selection A for theme C for the staff not wanting to play along with the theme. Or having personalities. B for pizza flavor. The crust was good, but not the best ever, but it was good. Topping combos were interesting and tasty. Over all: B- Good, but not earth shaking.
(4)
Lon H.

Absurdly good pizza. Creative thin-crusts or Chicago style. Small bar, but this is more of a pizza joint.
(5)
Tom J.

Thank you Pi for bringing something both unique and wonderful to St. Louis. We took the kids here for a late lunch and got a big deep-dish pizza. It has a cornmeal crust, which is very unique, at least for me. The toppings were all fresh and everyone agreed this is a great pizza. Since then, Pi has opened two additional locations - one in the Central West End and one in Kirkwood - not to mention a truck that serves pizza's all around (where exactly, I don't know - haven't seen it yet). If you are in search of a good non-Provel pizza in St. Louis, I highly recommend Pi as a first stop. The cool Loop location doesn't hurt, either.
(5)
Duncan M.

I've been to Pi a few times over the years and they never seem to let me down. On my last visit right before a concert at the Pageant, I had couple of drinks at the bar, which we all very very tasty, and then moved over to the seating area for dinner with another couple. We ordered the Delmar which is a great pizza and side of wings which were fantasic and some garlic bread that was ok, basically bread, should have ordered the Pi bites instead, but it was still good. Love eating here and will be back for more!
(4)
Rachita B.

Awesome Pizza! I wish the vibe was a little less rocker and a little bit more family friendly. However, they have great pizza and a vegan option too which is cool! I like making my own with just bell peppers and onions but all of the premade veggie options are good too. Plus, if you don't like an ingredient or if you have allergies, they will customize the pizza for you!
(5)
Eve C.

Pi is probably the most hyped pizza joint in St. Louis. I've been wanting to try it for quite a while, but only found the time on my recent trip back for the holidays. My brothers and I went for late lunch on a Wednesday at about 2pm, and the place was pretty much deserted. Bonus points for not having to wait for a table! The place definitely has a cosmopolitan feel. I got the feel that Pi is a bit like Blueberry Hill, but trying a little too hard. No worries though, cause the food is dope. One of my brothers is a notoriously picky eater, so we had a rough time settling on a pie that the 3 of us could share. We finally opted to create our own deep dish with pepperoni, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, and roasted garlic. All topped with their tangy, chunky sauce. Delish! The crust is a true stand-out. Nice crunch, but without being overly hard. A definitely must for amazing pizza. We had started with the proscuitto bites, but they're not worth ordering in my book, which is why they got delegated to the end of this review... I couldn't taste the proscuitto at all - it was more like a fried cheese ball. Not that I'm knocking that, but I was expecting more. Our server (name escapes me) was very friendly, and made sure our drinks were never empty, which was awesome, cause we were a thirsty bunch! Very friendly, and didn't rush us when we were having trouble deciding what to order. Overall, prices are very reasonable. Pies are like $12-$18 depending on size and toppings. For pizza of this quality, it's definitely a small pittance. Parking can be a bit tricky. There's limited meters on the street, and a few lots (including the Metrolink's) across the street. But it's the Loop, so expect to have to walk a few blocks from your car, particularly on weekends. Maybe one of these days the hype will die down, and I'll be able to get it whenever I'm in STL...
(4)
Noheli T.

The was told by one of the employees at the Moonrise Hotel to try out the pizza at Pi and it was a great decision! The staff members at the counter were great and so much fun to hang out with while I waited. I ordered a small pizza spilt with The Hill and East Loop. Both were delicious but I was definitely in love with the East Loop side. Overall it was one of the best pizzas that I have ever had so I would definitely give it a try!
(5)
Charles D.

I have not jumped on the bandwagon. VERY overpriced for what it is. Usually around $25 for carryout. If you like crushed tomato on your pizza, you will give a better review. We ahve found in restaurant is better than carry out
(3)
Raya K.

Today after our Ethiopian food fiasco (see Selam review), we literally RAN into Pi after waiting hours to be served at the prior restaurant. We must have looked like a pack of hungry wolves so we told the hostess what had just happened. She seated us right away and sent us two orders of garlic bread (which we later found out were comped!). We ordered two pizzas and scarfed it all down. Pi has been consistently good on every visit I have made since I've moved to STL. Service is always excellent. Both the deep dish and thin crust are amazing every time.
(5)
Nirave K.

I waited an hour and a half to bite into a salt lick. Now, my girl and I were hungry and we arrived at Pi at 2:45 PM. Now, we waited for a half an hour for a table - despite the fact that the restaurant was only one-third full. First time I ever saw that. To top it off, despite the fact that the place was nearly empty, they still had two people manning the front. Poorly run place. But here's the kicker, we thought - okay, we wait a half hour - we can just order now, since deep dish pizza take almost a half an hour, and then chomp down - that's what EVERY deep dish place in America does. Nope. They wouldn't listen to our orders. Anyway, we finally get our table (even the place was two thirds empty, they seat us next to the bathroom). Someone finally shows up 10 minutes later to take our drink orders. We ordered the hummus. Now, this is actually something really good. They bring a plate of hummus with pizza dough "flatbread". That was quite excellent. I actually thought - well, with an appetizer this good, and a wait this long - this is going to be an excellent pizza! Before I dive into the pizza details, let me describe a little of this place. It is essentially the typical "try-to-hard" place to be chic. Instead of working on service or food, they should have worked on their menu. It tried for a hip, modern, urban motif that doesn't quite work when you eat a man's meal. Now, to the pizza. I ordered the bucktown. This was a horrid pizza by people who clearly don't know how to make a pizza. How do I know? Because I could taste EXACTLY what they did wrong. Now, people are comparing this to the Gino's East, Giordano's, or Lou Malnati's. I'm not from either St. Louis or Chicago - but that comparison is a joke. Okay, this isn't Chicago. But even where I'm from, we've got Patxi's and Zachary's that can make a good deep dish pizza. Okay, first off, the buckwheat. It has artichokes and green olives. Now, here is the first amateur mistake. They never rinsed the artichokes and olives. Secondly, you are suppose to use ripe olives, not green. Greens are salty and too firm. No respectable pizza place. Heck, not even Papa John's or Caesar's Pizza, using unripe olives. Now, if you are curious what this tastes like. Buy a pizza, buy a bottle of olives, and buy a bottle of canned olive oil, and poor some of the liquid on top of your pizza. It would be so salty, it would be unbearable. Any amateur pizza maker knows you rinse off the excess salt that comes with such toppings. There is no hyperbole when I said that I needed to chug my girl's peppermint latte to coat my tongue after the immense salt I had eaten. The other parts of the deep dish pizza were bad. The sauce, which really means more to a deep dish than a normal pizza, wasn't a sauce at all. It was almost salsa like consistency. The third mistake they made was the lack of tomato paste. Freshly chopped tomatoes belong in the California Pizza Kitchen or a wood fired pizza place - NOT in deep dish. And the sauce had hardly oregano! Without oregano, it's like eating watery chopped tomatoes. Well, they screwed up everything, but they must have got the crust right? Wrong. Now, this wasn't that big of a deal. But I found the dough to be light and airy, almost blonde looking, without the dusting of cornmeal that I would expect. It was not chewy at all. It seems like in the pizza making process, the maker didn't spend enough time tossing the dough around (which produces gluten, a protein structure that caused some chewiness). I will give them some credit. When I finally did get served, the server was excellent. When I said I had to go (we didn't anticipate 2 hours because of the awful wait) they did offer us refills in to go. When I mentioned that the pizza was salty (my main gripe), they basically asked, "what can they do to make it right?" Now, I don't take free meals. Besides, $30 is a bargain to know that I, a person who can barely cook, can make better deep dish pizza than this. So, do yourself a favor. Wait until you get to Chicago to get a real deep dish pizza. Or get it delivered from Lou Malnati's cross country (6 pizzas for $105) Or do what I do, use a 12 inch cast iron skillet and make it yourself. You can use top quality ingredients, make the dough right, make a pizza sauce, not a pizza salsa, actually use oregano, rinse off the salt, use ripe offices, and eat a REAL deep dish pizza for one third the price in less time. Here's the deal. I'm an average cook, and I could taste everything they did wrong. My mouth felt horrible afterward, and I was poorer and unhappier for the experience. Just don't go here. The simple fact that this is not St. Louis style pizza does not make this a good pizza. And for those who talk about Obama liking this place - let's be real. Missouri is a battleground state. In short, lazy shortcuts you can taste in a pizza.
(1)
Angela S.

Gourmet pizza at its best! My first experience with deep dish pizza was here and made me a huge fan! I've come to this location a couple times, and both instances the wait staff was extremely friendly and prompt. The first time I went we started off with the garlic bread and the chips and dip. I wasn't expecting anything much from the chips and dip, but was surprised at how substantial the chips were and the quality of dip - super flavorful and made the dish something I'd actually be willing to get from a restaurant. The garlic bread was fantastic - the roasted bulb of garlic was cooked to spreadability and served with quality bread, which is the key to something like this. My second visit's appetizer was the hummus dip, which featured a flavorful thick hummus accompanied by delicious pickled olives and bell peppers - they cut through the hummus very nicely - and warm pita bread, with extra as needed (much appreciated!). It does not appear to be on their menu anymore, but the thin pizza I got and split with two other people I believe was called the Caribou and came with chorizo and delicious pickled onions. Chorizo is inherently pretty greasy, so as with the hummus plate the tang was crucial to cutting through the richness. Portions were generous here so there was enough pizza for leftovers. My second time eating here my guest and I ordered a deep dish of half Berkeley, half Bucktown and were very satsfied, plus the leftovers heated up well. Both halves of the pizza came loaded with large hunks of toppings covered with a fresh chunky marinara that really highlighted the acidity of tomatoes. I also appreciated that we could split the pizza like this without any extra charge. For gourmet pizza and appetizers served by friendly people in a clean, well-lit casual atmosphere, Pi is a must for anyone in the St. Louis area!
(5)
Tony W.

Great pizza and salad. The staff was also very informative on activities to do when in St. Louis
(4)
John H.

Here, you might entertain a French fantasy, imagining that you are on the Avenue des Champs-Ã‰lysÃ©es, taking a place at a sidewalk table. Gorgeous Gluten-free Girl (for whom Gigi seems a fitting name du jour) and I shared a house salad and a K2 salad, which features pine nuts. "J'adore la pignon de pin." We split a Forsyth pizza, gluten-free crust, of course. "C'est fantastique!" With Bell's Oktoberfest, New Grist GF, and glasses of water, our table seemed complete. Bordeaux rather than beer would have been a better choice for my theme; I'll try to be more consistent next time. GF chocolate chip cookies? "Oui, s'il vous plait." Is there parking, you ask? Gigi's red roadster eased up right next to the tables. As I dropped a quarter into the meter, a server called out to remind me it's free on holiday Mondays. "Merci, mon ami. Merci, beaucoup."
(5)
Tonii T.

I received emails from the owner and general manager after my last review (oops). I am more than pleased that they took the time to address my concerns. Pi has always produced quality pizza, so I have been spoiled. I hope Pi does not grow too fast and sacrifice the great quality that I have enjoyed. I love Pi and will be at Pi again soon to enjoy the Berkeley. I will write an update of my next visit. Oh, don't forget to try the cookie pie with the salty ice cream (maybe butter pecan with carmel). It is the BEST.
(4)
Joey M.

Not being a St. Louis native, Pi is a breathe of fresh air in the land of cracker crusts and provel cheese. I've now had both the thin and thick crusts. The thin is actually my favorite. It isn't as cracker-y as your normal St. Louis thin crust pie. The ingredients are noticeably fresh. The cheese is perfect for the pizzas. My current favorite is a thin with prosciutto and feta. I'm usually not a fan of deep dish pizza, but I thought I'd give it a try after seeing one at a nearby table on a previous visit. I had a pepperoni pie and it was delicious. The crust had a nice flavor and the sauce had a nice zesty flavor. I would have liked more cheese, but I'll just order extra next time. The garlic bread is one of my favorite menu items. Sometimes we'll just order one of these with drinks. I've never seen a place that serves a whole bulb of fresh roasted garlic. The beer list is pretty impressive for a pizza place. I like to try the New Belgium Lips of Faith whenever I visit. The service is usually very good. It can get busy, but it is well worth the wait. The bartenders seemed to be pretty knowledgeable. I've also been with a larger group. They do not take reservations, but they usually accommodate groups of 8-10. The service was excellent, considering how many times we ordered more garlic bread. It is a little on the pricey side, but considering the quality of the food, I wouldn't think twice ordering from Pi rather than some of the other local pizza joints. This is my current favorite pizza place in St. Louis. That's not to say it is the only pizza I eat, but it is the first place I'll take a friend to if they are visiting.
(5)
Paul B.

Oh man, where do I begin. I've been here several times, every time the pizza has been average at best. Today, I ordered a kirkwood meatball pizza and some wings. That's a veteran pizza connoisseur move, so any place claiming to serve up pipin hot za (which we will henceforth refer to as PHZ) should have some fire buffalo wings to whet my appetite. But apparently they don't even make wing sauce there, so you're not gonna earn more than a 2 rating from this guy. The PHZ was nothing but sauce and crust. No cheese, no meatballs. Also a 2. The only redeeming quality of that place was the milkshakes. So overall, I give it a 3 (out of 10 scale). Terrible
(1)
Bryan M.

Awesome! Took my family on a weeknight. Busy, but plenty of seating. Short wait. Tried both the deep dish, and the thin crust. Loved 'em both. Also tried an appetizer - for which I can't remember the name (shame on me), but did enjoy it (some kind of cheese thing breaded, and shaped into balls ... there were 6 to an order). Service was good. Took the opportunity to have a quick math lesson with some of my kids, to share the appreciation for the decor and name. Service was good, too.
(4)
Richard J.

The thing that separates Pi apart is their crust. Excellent. Had the East Loop minus mushrooms plus red pepper. The red pepper against the green pesto looked like a delicious holiday pizza in August. Nice crowd. Attentive staff. To quote Arnold: "I'll be back".
(4)
Lannette G.

The Best Pizza Pie in the entire United States, that's a pretty crazy statement isn't? It's no wonder that A Chicago guy like the president had these guys cater to him at the white house. Why? Like I said, THE BEST! Try the Bucktown, and have them bring out the garlic bread.
(5)
Peylin F.

My friends who live in STL took me to this little pizza joint on the Loop. Honestly I prefer NY style pizza over Chicago style, but I decided to give it a try anyways, and I was happy that I did because they do serve some pretty tasty Chicago style pizza. I liked the thickness of the crust, and I liked how it didn't leave me feeling all greasy like pizza normally does. The ingredients were fresh, and even though the top of the pizza was slathered with tomato sauce I didn't think they went overboard with it. We ordered the Bucktown - mozzarella, roasted chicken, artichoke hearts, red bell peppers, green olives, red onions, feta and sun-dried tomatoes. I thought it was a bit on the pricey side. The only disappointment was the garlic bread that we ordered. I thought the bread would already have garlic spread baked into it, but instead they were just slices of french bread that came with butter and a bulb of roasted garlic that you just had to spread on yourself. All in all it's a nice casual place to hang out with friends and enjoy a slice of pie!
(4)
Kim W.

I go here solely because I am gluten free and they sell gluten free pizza. I typically have a good experience, but it really depends on the server. If you get a friendly server, it will be a great experience, but some of their staff look miserable and like they'd rather be elsewhere. My chief complaint is the time I was given a regular pizza after I ordered a gluten free one. I ate half of it before the waiter realized his mistake. I am very sensitive with my Celiac's and it made me sick for weeks. The management was apologetic and gave me giftcards, but I still hope this never happens to anyone else. Always double check! Their gluten free crust is really good and the topping choices are endless. Their hot wings are also gluten free and they have great gluten free cookies. Overall, I like the restaurant chain but do not frequent this location as often as I once did.
(3)
Stewart P.

I feel somewhat bad not giving high praise, but I think it's probalby overhyped. Or at least I went in expecting an experience I don't get other places. The service was excellent, we got seated right away (at 7pm) and the food (East Loop pizza, Insalata plate, house salad) were all good quality but 4 and 5 star ... not sure. Maybe 4 star but this time not willing to go that high.
(3)
Julia W.

I've eaten here several times and always had great good. Pi is a really fun place to eat at if you don't mind waiting for a table or dishing out some $$. Pros: - Great deep dish AND thin crust pizza. I really can't decide which style I like better from Pi. I've tried the Bucktown and Berkley (deep dish), as well as the Lincoln Park and Cherokee St (thin crust), and they were all wonderful. I don't think you can go wrong here. - Salads are generous and delicious. They are definitely big enough for an entire meal (even the half order!), so if you just want a small pre-meal snack, maybe find someone to share with. - Fun atmosphere. It is trendy and unique enough for a date night or girls night out, but it's also relaxed and casual enough not to pretentious in any way. - Outside seating. The Loop is so fun when the weather is nice, so it's nice to be able to sit outside and soak it in. Cons: - They don't take reservations, so be prepared to wait. Potentially a very long time. - Menu prices are kind of steep, but if you find someone to share your salad and/or pizza with you, it will make it more reasonable.
(4)
Johnny T.

It's a funny thing: prior to moving to Chicago, I couldn't get enough of deep-dish pizza. After living here for so long, I hate the stuff. Seriously. It's gloopy. Thick. Ugh. My stomach is curdling thinking about it right now. Deep dish pizza always bring images of Pizza the Hutt to me (specifically, the scene where that metallic dude takes a bite of his face). OMG. I'm gonna hurl. ........ I needed a minute and fresh air. Where was I? Oh yeah. Deep dish being tEh Nast. So, when the Queen of St. Louis suggested we eat dinner at Pi... I was a bit nervous. I shouldn't have been. Maybe someone cast a spell on me that I can't eat deep dish in Chicago proper -- because I ate the h#ll out of it in St. Louis! Wow!! Pi lives up to the hype, taps it on the shoulder, slaps it across the face, shakes it a couple of times, and then buys it some flowers to apologize (cuz it's thoughtful like that). Delicious. Delicious stuff. Pi does just about everything right. The service was fantastic from the time we sat until the time we left. Our waitress was funny, just the right amount of chatty, helpful, and prompt. She added to the dining experience. And, did I dine? First, I helped myself to a big ol' beer. Our waitress steered me toward the Schlafly KÃ¶lsch ale and I really enjoyed it. I was especially pleased to be drinking a local craft brew. I could have had 3 or 4, but I decided to play it cool. But, good beer with good pizza is never wrong. Never. Mouth whetted, it was time for food. Start with the pizza bites (or, Pi bites). Trust me. Again, I could have eaten the entire order but I was trying to be a gentleman. It happens every once in a while. When it came time for the nitty gritty, we decided upon the Bucktown: roasted chicken, artichoke hearts, red peppers, green olives, red onions, feta, and sun-dried tomatoes. Now, keep in mind that I don't like deep dish and I can take or leave olives and sun-dried tomatoes. I.TORE.THAT.PIZZA.UP! That cornmeal-y crust. That sauce. Those fresh ingredients. The Cheese! Oh me oh my. I'm thinking that my postulate about the spell might be true because I haven't been that happy eating pizza in a very long time. Without a doubt, Pi is on my 'to eat at' list whenever I find myself in St. Louis. It's magically delicious.
(5)
Joe B.

I get it, this place is famous and sometimes its hard to accommodate everyone who wants a piece of the pi. The first time I went, I put my name in, and it was about an hour-long wait for a party of 4 on a Saturday evening. It was a special occasion and so I guess the wait time was commensurate with the abilitiy to eat some place special. The food was good, but pricey, and I have no complaints about the service. My second, and final, trip was a Saturday afternoon. Not only was the restaurant full, but the doors were locked! With nary a sign posted outside, Pi left its potential customers tugging on the doors like idiots, with all those lucky enough to be inside laughing and pointing all the while. I can look past wait times and can even understand if a restaurant can't/won't take reservations, but Pi KNOWS it's going to be busy, based on capacity crowds night after night, so there's NO excuse why they couldn't put up a simple sign explaining why the doors are locked. All they need to do is scrawl something on the back of a pizza box and stick it outside. They have enough goofy signage inside, so we know they're capable.
(2)
Timothy G.

Despite having visited the Delmar Pi a number of times for drinks, last Saturday the beautiful wife and I stopped in for lunch. We sat outside to enjoy the relatively nice day (a.k.a. under 100 degrees out) -- it was fairly busy and that, combined with my intense fear of being seated so far away from the bar, made me nervous. Fortunately, Pi proved my fears to be unfounded -- our server and his in-training sidekick provided excellent service throughout our entire meal. For example, I was looking for a darker beer to drink and their only stout was of the oatmeal variety. I'm not a fan of these (unless I'm drinking them at breakfast), so when I wasn't sure what to order, Stone's Arrogant Bastard was suggested by the in-training server. Well done sir. I ordered a thin crust, off-the-menu pizza -- honestly, I can't recall what it was named or exactly what all the ingredients were on it. Look, it was a long day. All I know is that there were no leftovers. My only gripe is that the beer list was in a state of flux, so the menu was outdated. While I understand the necessity of keeping excess printing down (both for cost and environmental reasons), it's a bit of an annoyance. Finally, Pi's anti-Provel stance is well documented. And that makes me love them even more.
(5)
Mike O.

I really wanted to like this place. It was cute and had a great vibe. The food was disappointing. We started with the Pi Bites appetizer, which was maybe the most bland thing I've ever paid $8 for. We got the thin crust pizza which had some interesting flavors, but nothing special. I think pizza is like sex- it's always good, sometimes amazing. This was ho hum at best. Try Dewey's instead. The music was very very good, but I think it was just a good XM channel.
(2)
Rachel F.

This place is delish - - Must try the hummus it is fresh and tasty. (very garlicy!) Pizza is good too, a bit pricey but worth it.
(4)
Amy W.

The pizza was good but nothing I'd rave about. I was sat neat the bathroom/kitchen pathway and felt in the way and was.
(3)
Gaetano A.

Came here for dinner before a Mute Math concert at the Pageant. Decent deep dish pizza, but not a lot of meat options. They had a really good variety of beer on tap, and I became enamored with the Tornado Alley Amber Ale. So I give this 3 stars. Not the best pizza I've had, but the best pizza so far for me in STL.
(3)
Andrew W.

Beer and beards. Gotta agree with Sara B, the pie wasn't anything outstanding but our waiter was friendly and fun and the beer selection is unreal.
(4)
Jon M.

My favorite pizza! Each time I'm in Saint Louis, I make a point of stopping by Pi for some of their tasty deep dish pizzas (love me some South Side Classico). In addition to great food, the place just has a great vibe and a great selection of adult beverages. I'm so stoked that we have a truck selling Pi in DC and our own shop opening soon!!!
(5)
Laura C.

I went to Pi recently while visiting my boyfriend on a trip to St. Louis. After a long flight from SFO, I was hungry as hell. I'd read that this was one of "the places" to go for pizza in St. Louis, and being more familiar with thinner crust pizza, I was excited to try some good deep dish. We both split a house salad and then went for the Western Addition. Being a carnivore, he opted for some meat on his half of the pizza. I thought the sauce was awesome. The crust was flavorful and almost like a cross between pizza crust and pie crust. Very yummy. I could tell the ingredients were high quality. Prices were decent and service was great. I had to add an extra star for having North Coast beer on tap as well as all the bay area references in their pizza titles.
(5)
Beau R.

This is a pretty cool pizza place for St Louis. They offer deep and thin crust pizza. The decor is pretty cool. The atmosphere is laid back. I shared and appetizer and the Bucktown deep dish pizza. I can't remember the name of the appetizer. It was goat cheese with slices of tomato, drizzled with balsamic vinaigrette, and other herbs. Served with slices of sour dough bread. It was pretty delicious. yelp.com/biz_photos/MaYbâ€¦ The Bucktown- Mozzarella, roasted chicken, artichoke hearts, red bell peppers, green olives, red onions, feta, and sun-dried tomatoes. The pizza had a lot of sauce, which took away from all the ingredients of the pizza. It was still delicious. The crust is made from corn bread. The pizza had great flavor and spices. yelp.com/biz_photos/MaYbâ€¦ All in all this is a pretty cool place with a good menu.
(3)
Rachel H.

Barack Obama says I should forsake my Chicago deep dish roots and come here instead. I decided to listen to him. I am ashamed to admit that he is right. Three little pigs were hungry. We started with the BLT salad which had crispy bacon and pepperoncinis which I usually hate, but gave it some zest. There should have been more bacon, but there should always be more bacon. This was followed by a plate of wings which were hot and zesty but not super hot. I was ok with that. I also grabbed a cocktail whose name I can't recall but it was like a Manhattan but sweeter. Delish We went with the Southside pizza. Why shouldn't I? I live on the South Side, which apparently means I'm scary or that I like weapons or something? I don't know. Anyway, I think it just means I like pizza. Our waitress had no problem with us switching out the mushrooms for olives on one side, and everyone came out a winner. The sauce was perfect. It could have been a little hotter, but I have no problem with keeping the skin in my mouth, well, in my mouth. I would definitely come back here if I still lived here, and it's probably best I don't. I think it might be a little wrong that our Chicago president is luring young Chicago girls away from home to St. Louis for Chicago style pizza.... wrong or absolutely delicious.
(5)
David Y.

The deep dish Kirkwood with red onions is excellent. Last night was my families first time visiting Pi and it was excellent, the wait staff was very attentive but not overbearing. Megan, our waitress did very good on helping us and explaining the menu. We will be back, found our new place when we have visitors since where I'm from we don't like the Imo's style pizzas.
(5)
Meghan B.

I had all but written off St. Louis as a city, in part because of my deep-seated hatred for Imos and what, in my humble opinion, only barely passes for pizza in these parts. But then I went to Pi, and all that changed. (See, the problem isn't cracker crust per se. Pi's thin crust is most certainly "cracker", in that it thins out toward the edge so that the final crust bite is crunchy and thin. But this crust remains flavorful, retains some chew, and supports quality cheese, sauce, and ingredients that should be the star of any pizza. In other words, it continued to allow cracker to be descriptive rather than pejorative. And it allowed me to contextualize my Imos experience by learning to hate proval cheese. I even bought the shirt.) None of the above matters much to anyone who doesn't share my Michigan and New York and Wood Fire pizza preferences. But let me also add the freshness of the ingredients, the friendliness of the staff, the quality of the beer list, and the relaxed atmosphere. I really can't imagine a trip to St. Louis without going back.
(5)
Aaron S.

Pi is my favorite restaurant in the area. The food is always great. The pizza is very unique. It's feel refreshing to eat after eat regular greasy traditional pizza. MY biggest complaint is the atmosphere. It is always extremely loud. It is almost impossible to have a conversation with the people at your table. The decor is nice though. The desserts are also very good and the restaurant is in a very good location.
(5)
Erika F.

As I said in a review for another restaurant with deep dish pizza, I love deep dish pizza! Unlike that review, I love THIS deep dish pizza. Colin F. and I walked over to Pi after the Yelp Party at the Moonrise for some dinner. We both started with a cocktail, I had their cucumber margarita, which I am already planning on recreating (and probably coming back for when my attempt fails...). For food we ordered wings, a small BLT salad and a small Delmar deep dish pizza. The wings were baked (or "blazed" as they call them). For a baked wing, they were great! They were juicy on the inside and crisp on the outside. The blue cheese dipping sauce that they make in house was amazing and I generally shy away from blue cheese dressing. The BLT salad was bacon-y delicious, but next time I want to try the Pi'oneer salad, which is more my style. The Delmar deep dish was really tasty. I have always ordered a more standard pizza at Pi, like the Southside, which has always been amazing. The Delmar had mozzarella, cheddar, barbeque sauce, chicken, red and green peppers, red onion, fresh cilantro. In my opinion, the cilantro is what really made it. While it was great, I don't know if I would get it again, only because I don't really love BBQ sauce on my pizza. The service was great and our server had a really great personality. Another fantastic trip to Pi!
(5)
Shawn B.

Not traditional STL pizza but, that being said, the BEST pizza in town. This location tends to be busy and the standing area/bar for waiting is a bit small but it's worth it.
(4)
Lulu W.

Wouldn't you know that *this* girl would get violently ill on Black Friday? By 2pm that Saturday, I was so ready for something to eat. Z and I decided to hit up Pi because they usually have a drink special during happy hour time even on the weekends. We arrived between the lunch and dinner rush and were seated right away. We had to wait a while for the waiter because of shift change (We are learning that our favorite time to go out is during a shift change, so we expect to wait a little bit. It's ok with us.) When he got to us he was really nice about explaining the shift change and told is that all of the Missouri beers were on 3.00 special. So, we put in drink orders. Every time we go to Pi, Z tries to talk me into trying a different pizza, but I am always a total baby about it. To me, there is only 1 pizza and it is called The Western Addition. Deep dish. I freaking love that thing. Seriously, the best pizza I've ever eaten. Because of the awesome drink special, we ordered a couple more rounds and ate our pizza leisurely as the dinner crowd filled in around us. (Side note: 3 beers right after the stomach flu? BAD IDEA.) When we got our bill, they had charged us the full amount for our beers. We let the waiter know to find out he had accidentally told us the wrong drink special. Of course, we wouldn't have had three rounds each of premium beers if he hadn't told us that. Despite the mistake, he was very nice about correcting our bill for us. This means so much to me as a customer to not be treated rudely or unfairly in an occasion such as this. He was very professional about the mistake and he made sure we left happy. I am still and will forever be Pi's #1 fan.
(5)
Sean O.

Pi! What a revelation you are. I found you across the street from the Pageant while Yelpin' for some food. I was not disappointed. I ordered a deep dish pizza with tomatoes, garlic, basil, and(for all of you vegan cheese fanatics)daiya cheese. The crust tasted super fresh and chewy and awesome. The pie that these fine folks whip up is just relentless. Its the kind where they put all the ingredient under the sauce, which is this thick, rich, and delicious tomato sauce. Did I mention how good it was? I'm getting misty just thinking about it. I ordered THE SMALL. Which was in no way tiny. Two people could split it and still have leftovers. A large deep dish I imagine, could feed a ska band. Enjoy Pi. Send me one.
(4)
Jen A.

I have an update, because I have discovered two must-haves at Pi. The first: a deep-dish pizza topped with roasted garlic, fresh basil, and fresh tomatoes. It's too good for words. Really. My friend and I didn't speak for about 10 minutes while we ate that pizza. The second: the "Cubini" (I'm hoping that I remember the name correctly -- I'll edit this review if I've mis-spelled it). It's a cucumber martini, and it's incredibly refreshing. I also feel obligated to add that it was incredibly difficult (in a good way) to choose a drink from among the delightful, quirky, math-themed specialties. I'm glad I settled on this one, though!
(5)
Rach B.

Outstanding! They have great gluten-free and vegan options too. The salad, pizza, and root beer were just perfect.
(5)
Meg O.

Full Disclosure: This review is more for server Amy, than it is for the actual restaurant, and she is a gem! \m/ \m/ (If it were more for the restaurant, I'd give it 4 stars) So my boss and I were having one of those days where an accident and subsequent pile-up and I-70, combined with the Blues' game downtown (who ever heard of a hockey game on a Monday afternoon?!?) meant that she missed her Greyhound Bus to Champaign-Urbana so that she could assist food activist and writer Anna Lappe with her book tour. And it was cold and rainy and I, personally, was feeling blaaaaahhhhhh. Defeated by Greyhound, we decided to go out for lunch. My boss had an expired coupon from Gateway Greening that gave one free large salad with a large pizza from Pi, which inspired us. Even though we were way downtown, we decided to head to the Loop, since, being Presidents' Day and a Monday, if Pi were closed we would have lots of other options. The drive across the city felt endless, but later I decided it was educational for me, the newbie, who loves to understand her Place. We arrived at Pi and were seated immediately. Our server, Amy, immediately made sure that our coupon would be fine, even though it was past its expiration date. There's at least 2 stars right there. I'm awfully glad for Pi's flexibility with its menu, since my boss doesn't eat cheese and I adore it. The Chef's Special, The Fun Guy (or, Fungi...2 different kinds of mushrooms, get it?) sounded delicious, and we got that, with cheese on one side and the other half sans cheese with kalamata olives as the substitute. Uh-oh; neither my boss nor I realized that the Fungi was only thin crust! With a pungent garlic paste replacing the traditional sauce and asiago cheese instead of mozzarella, it should have been obvious, but remember, gentle reader, we had just driven nearly the entire STL metropolitan area. I was okay with the thin crust, but, for the cheeseless pizza eaters, this pie was on the tasteless side and disappointing. Amy to the rescue! Not only did she quickly put in an order for a small deep dish Berkeley, she gave us the first pizza for free! And--really, she deserves a sixth star for this--she was earnestly pleasant and gracious about it the entire time. I was so encouraged by Amy's good cheer that I brazenly asked about a letter I had sent for an in-kind donation to our organization. Immediately, I was standing face-to-face with the charming and delightful general manager Jeff Johnson. Smiles, handshakes, and cards were exchanged, deep dish pizza was happily consumed, and yes, dear reader, my boss boarded a Greyhound about an hour ago and is safely en route to Champaign to support the local, sustainable food movement that Pi, too, is all about.
(5)
Teron B.

I love Pi. Just for offering a vegan pizza, they get 3 stars. The 4th is for the pizza being good, if pricey. The thin crust is vegan, but the thick is way better. You just have to call the day before and request they not put butter in the pan or act like you don't know it is there. So many veggie toppings to go crazy with, I can have a different pizza every week for a year! On the Delmar location in particular, parking can be a problem, but the Metrolink is right across the street. The place is packed on a weekend night, so be prepared to wait. Once, they mistakenly gave me a pizza with real meat, that my vegan friend ate a bit of before realizing. They were extremely apologetic, and our meal was free (which there, is not exactly meaningless), so I don't knock them for that. However, I have a separate review for the CWE location...
(4)
Brittany H.

Went to the Central West End Pi last night, and had an overall amazing experience. Service from the hostesses and bartenders was excellent, and our server was very attentive and was so personable. I've never really had bad pizza (other than IMO's) but there are good, better, and best pizzas. Most St. Louis style is good pizza (other than IMO's). Pi has one of the best Chicago-style crusts, which I was craving last night. But the boyfriend wanted gluten-free, so we did the gluten-free crust (10" only) with Kalamata olives, roasted red peppers, minced garlic, and feta. It was one of the best pizzas I've had, pricey, but tasty!! We finished with dessert- gluten-free cookie sandwiches...mmm. Keep it up Pi!
(5)
Jason P.

Delicious deep-dish. The best in St. Louis, possibly the nation/world. Part of what makes it so great is the sauce; it just tastes of ripe, fresh tomatoes. Then, the crust is very crunchy and holds together well. Finally the thick mozzarella cheese and the high quality toppings they use seal the deal. Their salads are also very fresh and tasty too. Give them a try!
(5)
Jim K.

Absolutely fantabulous! This place has an amazing beer selection, cool place to hang out, and stellar deep-dish pizza. The pizza wasn't so thick that it would fill you up in one bite, which was actually a great thing! More flavors to enjoy and time to sit sipping suds with your dining companions. Highly recommended!
(5)
Stephanie S.

We loved the Delmar so much we ordered a second one to go. Had the wings as an appy - baked and VERY flavorful. Also had the Ginger Maragita and the Fall Back. Two very distinct drinks that I thoroughly enjoyed.
(4)
Christina B.

Following all the yelper buzz on this place, the husband and I stopped by for a drink and a bite before the Lindsey Buckingham show last night (side note: that old man can rock!) I fell in love at first sight. The place has awesome ambiance. The energy was great. It was packed - especially for a Monday night in the Lou. The dÃ©cor is really hard to describe. The best I can do is to say, it's like a blend between Madonna and Al Gore. Half tree hugger, half urban cowboy. Like many said - cool, chic, yet accessible. I love the server t-shirts that adorn the saying, "green is the new black." Fun! I started with the P2 salad, and it was delicious just like many have said. For the main attraction, we went with the Berkley Pizza - roasted veggies, cheese, that amazing crust that everyone has already commented on. They are dead on. Amazing. I totally agree that the pizza is light enough that you can have more than one piece. The crust is really airy and the cheese is not too heavy. The roasted veggies totally balance it out, so that you don't leave feeling like you just put a brick in your stomach. This is key when it comes to eating before a concert, or any night out really. It's a pizza you can eat when craving a meal. I most certainly will be returning!
(5)
Michael C.

Heads up... Pi's thin crust is incredible too. This is an appendage to my previous review. Went in last night for a quick pizza, but it was too late for deep dish, so I opted for thin. Good move. Taking nothing from the Deep, the thin is delicious in it's own right. I also enjoyed the hell out of a Boulevard Tank 7 Farmhouse Ale or two. This place is can't miss.
(5)
Joshua C.

What a clever name (although irrational) ... because... they call pizzas "pies" in some states... If you couldn't tell, that was me trying to be clever (key word is "trying"). I went with a fun group of people and one of my good friends was in town from southern Illinois. After being in St. Louis for a year and trying many different restaurants, people were surprised to learn that I had never been to Pi before. We started with garlic bread and Pi-Bites. Pi-bites are filled with gooey cheese and prosciutto! It went splendidly with the marinara sauce! We decided on the specialty Pi pizzas. Being from Chicago, I had to check out if Pi Pizza had anything on some of the Chicago deep dish places I've had before. Below are the reviews. Pizzas Ordered: 1 Large South Side Classico - You can't go wrong with the classic ingredients! Cheese, sausage, mushrooms, onions and peppers. This was the best of the night! And the Pi cornmeal pizza crust is definitely a keeper. This is the one you want to get if you go!! 1 Large Western Addition - This wasn't bad at all, but I'm a meat guy. No meat in this one! 1 Regular Berkeley - Pretty good pizza, but again no meat!! 1 Regular Mission - I ordered this one because it had the word "sausage" in the ingredient. Unfortunately, I should have kept on reading because I would have seen the word "anchovies" as well. The anchovy taste was a bit too salty and overpowering. Overall, this place had great atmosphere and was a great place to eat some good food while hanging out and enjoying good company. Our server was very kind and helpful as well. I still can't compare Pi Pizza to the real-deal Chicago pizza places like Lou Malnati's, but it does a pretty good job with it. Would love to go again!
(4)
Candace G.

SUPERCALAFRAGALISTICEXPEALADOCIOS! This is the only word I can think of to describe my dining experience with Pi. Logan was our waiter and he was AMAZING! Funny, friendly, attentive, and happy he helped to make our evening wonderful. I first heard about Pi long ago when President Obama visited. I have been wondering about the pizza ever since. Now that I have moved back to St. Louis, I thought it time to try this Presidential loved pizza. We sat outside on the patio -- umbrellaed and shaded. Folks that sat us were very friendly and seemed like they were actually happy that we had chosen Pi for dinner. Our waiter highly recommended the sangria, which we got a carafe of the yummy goodness. Logan, our waiter, told us it was the pride and joy of the person that made it fresh each day. He was right, it was yummy. Don't expect a fruit explosion, but the taste was wonderful. We ordered two pizzas. One was called The Hill -- AWESOME! Peperoni, salami, green peppers, onions, mozzarella, banana peppers, and thin crust -- I loved it. Perfect balance of spice, salt, and flavor. I will have it again. The second pizza had chicken on it. I am not a chicken fan. So, I won't order it again, but not because it wasn't tasty. It had was flavorful and had barbecue sauce on it. The people I was with thought it was wonderful. It was fine, but again, I do not like chicken much. Unless it's fried. Great atmosphere, fun staff. I will definitely return to the Pi in the Loop.
(4)
Allison C.

Good food, negligent service
(3)
Suzi M.

after hearing so much about the infamous PI, we finally got around to trying it out, here at the flagship restaurant in the delmar loop. we stopped by around 4pm on a saturday and sat outside because delmar is great for people watching. the menu is short and sweet, but with a lot of different ways to customize your pizza. we ordered the hummus (i have to try hummus everywhere i go), the winter caprese salad, and a large thin crust pizza. my half had mozzerella cheese, artichokes, roasted garlic, pesto and goat cheese. my fiance did a sort of meat lovers deal on his half-- mozzerella cheese, tomato sauce, chicken, prosciutto, bacon and sausage. i also ordered an arnold palmer to drink. the salad was good, but it had roasted tomatoes on it and i prefer fresh. but good, nonetheless! our pizza was also good, but it seems that they're known for their chicago style deep dish pizza. we got the thin crust and for pizza in st. louis, dewey's is still my favorite for thin crust, creative pizza. we didn't get a chance to try the hummus because our server forgot it and by the time we had a chance to say something, the rest of our food was arriving. so we jealously watched the patrons at our neighboring table eat theirs instead. my arnold palmer came out with their special mango tea and it was delicious, especially since the weather was so nice! all in all, fun experience. we'll probably be back to try the deep dish pizza, but stick to dewey's for thin crust. odd occurence that evening though: a bunch of fights broke out on delmar later that evening and the loop had to be shut down by police! craziness! it's usually great for people watching, but delmar is right on the edge of north city, which is known for it's crime. so be careful when venturing out too late!
(4)
Derek M.

UPDATE: less than 24 hours after posting this as a 4 star, i was contacted by the owner, thanking me for being a patron and for sharing what i did. That act, in my mind, separates the good (4star) and the GREAT, now a 5star. That act shows me a next level customer care that is not found in most industries. Thank you for caring, I will be back. Today I picked up take out with a friend, two pizzas and some hummus. This was my third trip in all successful, so I felt compelled to write. This place has it together, not only does the food taste great, but the attention to detail is outstanding. The take boxes are "green" post recycle boxes, that turn into Freakin' plates. Genius. Decor is nice, and it was relaxing just waiting at the bar to go in. I have had a couple pizzas and salads from here and they are all fantastic. No complaints to this point. Something tells me you cant go wrong. The next assignment will be to enjoy the draft specials on the sidewalk seating...
(5)
Gregg R.

Overrated in my opinion. The pizza is good, but not fantastic. Not a huge fan of the cornbread crust. My main gripe is it is too spendy, and the restaurant is usually loud and service iffy when they are busy.
(3)
Jae K.

Some people lose it over this joint. I just like it, a lot granted, but it all boils down to this being pizza. Not a hard formula to mess up. I think the pizzas are excellent though. Especially the Delmar and Bucktown (which is a great neighborhood in Chicago btw). Even better is the list of beers that are available. Now I haven't been to Six Row myself, but I drive past it every day. Pi is one of the few places that I have seen to carry their brews and I must say that the drafts are pretty tasty - try the "whale" a wheat and pale ale mixed or the strong porter. I think this is a solid once-a-month place to eat to meet friends. I don't exactly recommend it as a date place due to it usually being crowded and noisy, but a fun place nonetheless. _______________ (ADDENDUM): I was recently messaged by the owner of Pi regarding my post. On that fact alone, I think I have to bump him up another star. I think it takes a good restaurant owner to be astute enough to respond to the evaluations of their establishment and always seek improvement. Strong work.
(5)
Marjorie S.

This is my favorite PI in St. Louis. Why, you ask? That's because of the Delmar pizza. The homemade bbq sauce is AMAZING! It didn't sound great when a friend suggested it but OMG is it delicious! TRY IT!
(4)
Troy P.

Great deep dish and the salad was incredible.
(5)
Bob K.

My lady and I had the Thin Crust (Cherokee something) - It was fantastic! The crust was crispy, the Sauce was fresh, the Chorizo was cooked perfectly, and the pickled onions were refreshing! It was a great combination! I'd recommend Pi to any pizza lover.
(4)
Edwin M.

Where do I begin????????????????????????????? Should I start where I had a whim and decided to fly to st. Louis for a day? Or when I arrived in St. Louis and some how swindle a free ride to the top of the arch with some ladies. haha Needless to say St. Louis was a blast and the food at Pi was absolutely superb and the waiter service was almost impeccable. The guy was great he was bringing double drinks every time he came around. Omg it was like 6 in the afternoon and I was just having the time of my life hanging out with my two bestfriends. We ordered the Delmar I believed it was called and drank a bunch of barley wine beer. The damage less then 60 bucks I think. So overall a must if you're ever in St. Louis oh but don't get me started on the Pageant ugh!!!
(5)
Christian P.

just stopped in here for drinks after dinner. Awesome vibe with dj spinning some beats, dimly lit space, candles and lots of people. Many specialty drinks available and a great selection of local/craft beers on tap or in a large bottle. Wine was also available. very cool space, easy going, great drinks.
(4)
Rolando D.

The best of the best
(5)
David M.

Very solid pizza joint with a unique spin. Truly one of the great local spots in St. Louis, and in a very cool neighborhood to boot. During my stay in St. Louis, I tried to avoid the national chains and find some unique local gems. I was extremely pleased to find Pi. The vibe, the decor, the people, all very local & very cool. My favorite dish was the chorizo pizza. Favorite starter were the mushrooms. Favorite salad... don't remember the name, but I'm assuming it was their "house" salad. Had walnuts, cranberries, etc... Overall, a great St. Louis experience for this Southern California native. ***** Oh, and by the way, my original review for Pi was 4 stars, but I'm updating it to 5 stars. The owner, Chris, personally emailed me to thank me for visiting Pi, and explained that the salad I was referring to was his BadaBing salad. Thank you Chris, that was super awesome. Yelp is an incredible tool, and businesses who "get it" certainly deserve extra consideration.
(5)
Crystal R.

We went here after the Pride parade on Sunday. We got there early since we didn't know that it opened at 5pm. There is a really cute outside patio but we chose to eat inside since it was pretty windy. The decor is artsy and cool....urban I suppose, but not snobby at all. The staff wears cool t-shirts and now I want one. :) We were seated right away and ordered our drinks (Riesling and beer). There is a full bar and lots of drinks to choose from. We ordered the prosciutto pi'tites fontina which are little rounded balls of fontina and prosciutto....covered in bread crumbs. They were awesome. They came with a red sauce. We ordered the Bada Bing salad which was a light mixed green salad w/ toasted almonds, gorgonzola cheese, dried bing cherries and a raspberry vinegarette. We decided to get the deep dish pizza but they have a thin crust version too. Half of it was the SOUTH SIDE CLASSICO - mozzarella, sausage, mushrooms, green bell peppers and onions and the other half was the BUCKTOWN - mozzarella, roasted chicken, artichoke hearts, red bell peppers green olives, red onions, feta, sun-dried tomatoes. We liked both of them, but the Bucktown was our favorite! We ordered a large, and I could only eat 2 slices....sooo good though. I also felt it was a lot lighter than the deep dish from places like The Black Thorn where I eat 2 bites and am full. We will go back with friends next time.
(5)
Kimberly F.

Love this place. Service is great, pizza is exceptionally delicious and unique, and the place has soul! (We've also been to the central west end location several times, but prefer the Loop location. Better service!) Every pizza we have had- thin crust or thick, red sauce, no sauce, meat, or meat-free has been outstanding. Truly delish! Had a cocktail at my most recent visit and the bartenders did a fine job there, too!
(5)
Jordan A.

I was not sold on the hype of Pi, but I will admit that the deep dish pizza is delcious. I love the freshness and don't feel like it's greasy like your typical pizza. The salads are my favorite part and the garlic bread appetizer comes with a baked whole garlic you can spread on fresh baguette bread. Yum! I think it's a bit expensive for pizza, but worth the splurge every once in a while. It's also pretty fun. Expect to wait for a table.
(4)
Amy F.

Well before Obama discovered the magic that is PI I was enjoying this pizza pie. I have said this before and will say it again, well I will say it every time I review pizza, I hate thin crust. Pi thankful has both thin and thick crust pizza. This pizza reminds me a lot of what we used to get in Northern California. It may be because the owner Chris Sommers lived in San Francisco for awhile and thank god, because he brought that wonderful West Coast taste to the streets of St. Louis. It will come to no surprise that my favorite is the Berkeley. It is covered with all sorts of yummy veggies and garlic. It is like a mini trip back to Cali. Of course I do like a little meat on my pizza too, so when I am feeling carnivorous I go for the North Beach Classico. Sausage, mushrooms, onions and green peppers are truly a perfect combination. Add to these amazing flavors truly great service and this is the place to get "pi" in the Lou.
(5)
Nathan B.

No reservation so we waited about 10 min for a table; not bad considering it was a Friday night. Waiter and staff were good not great, but the food was strong to quite strong. Salad options were all amazing, recommend any. Pizza: BBQ chicken & Veggie. Both were awesome. The unique approach to the crust was notable in that I've never eaten any like it previously. It's corn meal based thus creating the feel of eating awesome corn bread instead of run-of-the-meal dough. Toppings were evenly distributed and complimented one another very well. Beer: Great selection of local beers, which is cool to really appreciate the city's own take on things. Overall, great casual dining experience. Going to try a more 'traditional' pizza next visit (pepperoni, sausage, etc.).
(4)
Benjamin S.

Pi has shrunk their salads.. I've found it disappointing enough almost to consider knocking them down a star for such a move, but I won't do that. In the end, this pizza is unmissable enough to still hold-up the five-star rating. That said, I have to amend my review and no longer "urge" folks to get the salads. Not unless the price comes down with the portion. Please don't go "big-timer" on us, Pi; you're far too awesome for that.
(5)
Cara B.

Service was really friendly and accommodating. My friend and I split a "build your own" pizza, which included red peppers. It turns out that the pizza was made with green peppers instead. Our server offered to re-make our pizza, but we didn't think it was a big deal, so we kept the pizza we got (which was still delicious!). However, when we got our bill, our server had taken the pizza off of it, in place of their mistake! How cool and considerate! Definitely gave them bonus points for that. BLT salad was very tasty. Another friend said that her "greens" salad was great as well. As for the pizza, I'm normally not a big fan of the cornmeal crust, but at Pi, it works so well and tastes fantastic! The toppings, sauce and cheese are all placed in a good ratio and taste great. The sauce has an awesome flavor. All these things keep me coming back for more Pi! Love this place.
(5)
Ben C.

Pi is by far the best pizza in St. Louis. And as if that weren't enough, the customer service is great. They allow you to swap out toppings without an extra fee which is very handy, especially when splitting a pie with someone. You might have a bit of a wait due to the popularity but trust me, the entire experience is worth it.
(5)
Stephanie I.

FINALLY got the chance to come try this place after all the hype, and I was definitely satisfied :) We ordered a large thin crust Cherokee Street and a small deep dish South Side Classico, both of which were amazing. For four people, this portion was definitely more than enough. The South Side Classico was your pretty typical pizza, but exceptionally flavorful and delicious. The crust was kind of weird though...it reminded me of this one time that I ate pizza with a wheat crust - kind of too crumbly and hard. But still good! The Cherokee Street was what won me over though. Such an interesting combination of cheeses, sausage, and red peppers = melt in my mouth goodness. The menu has a good number of choices, but you can always customize your pizza since they're made to order. I'd say that Pi has better and fresher ingredients than Dewey's, but not as wide a selection. I would definitely be back again!
(4)
Nicholas G.

I have been to Pi a few times now. I have visited the location on Delmar, in Kirkwood, and the Pi truck. Every time I have have enjoyed my meal and am always ready to go back for more. A friend and I recently went to Pi before a concert at the Pageant. We arrived at 5:30 and the restaurant wasn't yet busy. We had a few Boulevard Wheats and split a large South Side Classico. The large is always more than enough food for two people and usually leaves a few slices left to take home. We really enjoyed the pizza and the service. We finished dinner and left early enough to get a table at the Pageant. We had a really enjoyable evening and would do it again.
(5)
Mark S.

I finally got the chance to eat here, nearly a year after opening. The interior is vibrant and modern, service was phenomenal, and the Pi was was unlike anything I've ever eaten. The Delmar and The Cherokee pizzas were standouts.I still love Provel, though. I find their "Anti-Provel" shirts offensive.
(4)
Sujata G.

I JUST moved to St Louis and the family was craving some pizza... not really being sure of what or where to order from, I came across Pi. And I can surely say, I am thankful for having chosen this place than rather going with the usual pizza chain restaurants... We ordered the Western Addition and were definitely satisfied! Not having experienced deep dish pizza as such before, I was thoroughly impressed as was my hungry parents and sister. We ordered for carryout, as I am not sure about the restaurant doing a direct delivery.. but service with our little experience was good... The place tends to get packed as soon as 7pm hits the clock! I'd be careful to get there early etc if you have to have your pizza pi!!
(4)
Patrick J.

Expensive pizza but well worth the money. I had the small deep dish Bar.B.Que pizza $17. Very very good the crust was very very edible.
(5)
Brian M.

I went to this place for lunch with a friend of mine thinking we could recover from a long weekend with some piping hot pizza and chicken wings. Having done our research and seen positive reviews, needless to say our mouths were watering with anticipation. At this point Pi and the mongrol race that work there decided to ruin my day. Lets start with the chicken wings. How can a place serve chicken without any sort of wing sauce? I mean I cant be the only one who finds this to be completely ridiculous. Now on to the pizza We went with the deep dish and it was literally just sauce and crust, missing a vital part, the cheese and toppings. I didn't think that a pizza could be so bad that it would make me hate the entire city of Chicago, but pi did the impossible. The total subpar pizza, wings, and lack of chicken tender option are the recipe Pi is now cooking with and I don't think I will be spending any of my money at this establishment any time soon.
(1)
Dotty R.

Okay, so my fav Pi spot is the CWE, but my girlfriends and I came to this location to celebrate a birthday. And let me tell you, it was so nice, the service was nice, the guy waiter was so nice (I forgot his name - Bill, Ben??). He got our orders, our drinks, laughed and was so helpful. We even gave him a piece of BD cake afterwards, LOL. We had the pizza, the salad with the cranberries in it (to die for) and hot wings. I was really a nice location - different from the CWE atmosphere. Nevertheless, don't judge both the same because they are different. I would go to the CWE with my bf for dimmed lights, table candles, laid back and professional crowd. I will go to this location for evening with friends, comfortable atmosphere and crowd is much laid back. Oh, we still had the dimmed lights because two of us had to borrow one girlfriend's glasses because we couldn't read the menu, LOL. I will definitely go back!
(5)
K. P.

It's pretty delicious. My fave is the Western Addition (but if you go to the one in Kirkwood, the one with the meatballs on it is definitely a contender). The deep dish, cornmeal crust is really good. No deserts except actual pie and who wants pie? Not me. It's got Obama's stamp of approval for whatever that's worth to you.
(4)
Courtney D.

vegans can happily order a pizza in a restaurant like normal people thanks to Pi. for this i am most grateful. Pi offers Daiya cheese substitute AND Match meat substitute, sausage style. berkeley is my favorite, with kalamata olives, portabellas, and zucchini. husband likes the north beach classico with green pepper and Match meat substitute. thankfully, Pi will do half & half so we both get exactly what we want. i have also tried the Cherokee with its wonderfully sour & crunchy pickled onions and dusting of chili powder as well as the Bucktown with olives, artichokes, and roasted red peppers. i have never had a bad pizza. ever. and for awhile there we were going once a week. only caveat - service is pretty spotty. Lindsay was the most capable & attentive server we've had. most folks abandon you once they drop off your pie. overall, fantastic place. always buzzing with diners and those waiting to dine. we've taken many friends there for their first time and they're always ready to go back as soon as we walk out the door. exceptionally good pizza, plus a great beer selection. A++
(5)
Teri D.

OK, it's good, but it is also horrendously overpriced. Call me crazy but $24 for a 3 topping large pizza is insanely overpriced and even as good as it was, I wouldn't go back, it's simply not worth the money--even Dewey's Pizza is a lot less and Dewey's is a bit on the pricy side. We went because we were entertaining an out of town guest and we had heard for a long time how good Pi is--which is true, it is good--but when I saw what they were charging for pizza, I choked on my overpriced beer. If we hadn't had a guest with us, we would have left, it was that ridiculously expensive. If money is no object, enjoy, but if you want value for your hard earned money, go somewhere else because the sticker shock may kill you.
(4)
Don R.

So, I think I may need to leave my wife and move in with her cousin. The jury is still out... Why? Because he lives close enough to Pi that he could lean out of his window to yell, "I love you, corn bread!" OH MY GOD! Just as I was about to give up on the the St. Louis pizza scene (and the blame lies with you, provel...), I run into this genius of a restaurant. Now the only reason I'm giving it a 4-star rating is because we didn't eat there. We did a carry out. However, I'm pretty sure that a 5-star rating is in its future. My wife and I split a small (9") deep dish Western Addition pizza (with spinach, ricotta and feta cheese, mushrooms, onions, and garlic). It was GREAT! And I didn't even think for one moment that I needed meat. I also snagged a piece of a thin crust chicken and goat cheese pizza from our host. Very tasty! The crust is crazy! Corn bread! Who knew?! Anyway, I look forward to coming and sitting down at the restaurant. It looks like a friendly place, and even if it's not, I can fake friendliness in exchange for more corn bread crust. ...and hopefully we'll find a way to incorporate a more corn bread way of living at home so I don't move in with my wife's cousin.
(4)
Brandon C.

Okay, here's the deal. I'm lactose intolerant, therefore pizza does some things to my stomach that I really can't talk about here. Pi, however, is worth the aftermath. As a former Chicagoan trapped in a city that puts disgusting provel cheese everywhere mozerella is supposed to be, I have a hard time finding edible pizza in the STL. I normally end up ordering from Papa John's and places like that because, while they arent "good", they also don't suck completely and at least you know what you're getting. Pi fixed my St. Louis pizza problem. Their deep dish is Chicago-quality. I'm talking Lou Maltani's good. And I don't even love deep dish. Their thin crust is fantastic as well and all the different types of toppings make this place truly unique. Be sure to plan for a couple of hours if you are headed there during peak restaurant hours because everyone else seems to have figured out that Pi is the best as well. In a nutshell, despite my stomach disagreeing with cheese, I'm willing to sacrifice for this amazing za.
(5)
Laura M.

I've only ordered the pizza from here to go, but it was pretty good. Nothing amazing, but not bad. It's definitely a little over priced for what you get. The inside of the restaurant itself is pretty cool though. Wouldn't mind hitting it up for happy hour sometime.
(3)
mike j.

Epic. God I love pizza. Obama was right. Do I really need to say more? Sorry this wasn't a haiku.
(4)
Peter M.

THEY HAVE BELLS!!!! Dude, seriously, this place brings joy to my life. I was there for some friends' rehearsal dinner (congratulations Owen and Pam!!!!) which was an inspired choice. Despite six years in Michigan (see the opening line), I can not claim to be a deep dish aficionado but this was pretty damn good. Word on the street is that they licensed the recipe from LIttle Star Pizza in SF. Ain't no deep dish in Toronto. They accommodated a veggie ricotta and then a sausage pizza which were both great. The chicken wings and salad to start we pretty good, not great, but if you're there for those, you are not going for that which they are best. I am not sure if the the fact that we had a big group is a reason to count this more or less but the service was great. Every 10 minutes, they checked in with us and checked if there was anything we needed. No complaints. They even had cocktails which was pretty great for a pizza joint. The Cubini was pretty tasty while The Irrational Number was probably better in theory then execution. Oh yeah, as a six year Michigander, words cannot express my joy at the fact that they had Bell's Oberon. Seriously, totally made my weekend. The neighborhood seems to be a work in progress but this is totally a place to check out. Toronto pizza places: take notes.
(4)
Erica G.

Consistently good and always has, shockingly, happy employees. Absolutely recommend a visit. Order a salad!
(5)
Judy R.

Okay for Midwest pizza but way overpriced (IMHO). Either you can get deep dish or a thin crust (no NY style apparently). Sauce is tasty and toppings are good but expensive if building your own pizza. Service was poor. My drink went about 15 minutes from empty glass to refill which is unacceptable. Not good enough pizza to justify Obama spending millions of tax money to have it delivered to the white house. I'm sure DC has a couple of joints on par with (if not better than) this place.
(3)
Josh S.

I've heard so much about Pi that I've been itching to give it a try for a long time. I was excited to try this Pi with it's cornmeal based crust. I love corn bread, so I thought that this would be a sure thing, and it was. Pi was generous enough to provide a variety of their pizzas for the elite event last night and I was lucky enough to sample everything they provided. I think this was a unique opportunity as I got to try some pizzas, like the BBQ chicken, that I would have never ordered myself. By the way, the BBQ chicken (think it's called something else) worked really well, the BBQ sauce was not overpowering like I expected it to be. I was able to taste both the deep dish and the thin crust and while I normally am more of a fan of the thin crust, I think I liked the deep dish varieties better. I can definitely see how a couple slices of deep dish can easily fill up a guy. They have a wide variety of beer on tap which was great, it's a shame when you sit down at a bar and see only three or four beers on tap, and they had some interesting looking cocktails that I might have to try some day. Bartender was nice and very knowledgeable about her beers. I'm definitely going to have to come back and give these guys another go round. As Arnold once said, "I'll be back".
(4)
Mina I.

I was exicted to try this place out but was very disappointed by the poor customer service. The food was what I expected to be and as my perfect pizza experience came to a close, our bill came and I paid. A few days later, I checked my bank account and Pi had charged me 3 times for my meal. I did not mind paying $20 but $60 for one pizza? Give me a break. I went back the next day and brought in my bill and the manager had such bad attitude as if I HAD DONE SOMETHING BAD! After I waited for 30 minutes, the manager finally fixed the error and did not even bother to say a simple, "We are sorry." Definitely will not go there ever again. Thanks for ruining what was suppose to be a so called perfect pizza experience Pi.
(1)
Jonathan H.

I'm hoping I can hold back the tears while I write my review for this place. (sniff) It is going to be tough. In short: I love Pi. Period. Exclamation point. I am even considering trying to figure out how many decimal places I can take the actual number pi out to in a sign of support and solidarity of this local pizza haven! (It is an illness. I'm seeking help.) To start, I hate chain pizza...except for an occassional Imo's. (Haven't they gotten pricey?) So, I seek out local pizza eateries as I want to support the homegrown, mom-and-pop industry. Welcome to Pi. This place has it all: cool vibe, great feel, nice prices, and great food. Done. I'm sold. Upon entering Pi, you stop feeling like you are in St. Louis but in a hip cosmopolitan part of a major city...like St. Louis, I guess. The location on the Loop is perfect. Near all the hotspots without having gads of people stream by all day long. The atmosphere is hip and modern with a tinge of environmental awareness. The seating is interesting, the layout somewhat typical, the restaurant is fun. The servers are attentive and fun. What you would expect from a Loop joint. (I love U. City!) The menu is not extensive, but the food is delcious. The salads are tasty and generous with portions. (The small could feed a small family.) Appetizers range of ordinary (hot wings, really?) to interesting (garlic bread where you put on the garlic). Then, there is the pizza or pi (hee-hee...get it :). I love deep dish pizza, and they serve it well. The flavors are tasty, the portions just right, and that crust is to die for. It is Chicago-style pizza the way Chicago pizza makers which they could make it, and they know it. Deep dish or thin, you can't go wrong. Total fan. My favorite is the South Side Classico. And, be sure to save a little room for dessert, because their apple pie is yummy yummy yummy. I've seen other comments on here about price and wait and blah blah blah. Listen -- if you want good food and you want it on a Friday or Saturday night, you are gonna wait. Doesn't matter where you go. As for price, I have spent much more at Imo's or Domino's to be way less satisfied with my meal. Three people could easily share one large pizza at Pi. That's about $7 a person. If you want to save money, go to Fazoli's for crying out loud. So, there it is. I love Pi. Love love love. I do wish they had more parking, but it isn't their fault. I mean, the Loop is really in the middle of a city. C'mon St. Louis...park in a lot and walk for 5 minutes. You can do it, I know you can. And, I know you want killer pizza. So, go to PI.
(5)
Sara R.

Pretty much my favorite pizza place! So many great things about Pi! The cornmeal crust, the friendly staff, and they are eco friendly too!! I would eat here all the time if I could afford it!! I also like just coming here to hang out outside and have a few drinks in the warmer months.
(4)
B P.

So I have to admit, having a husband that works across from this location has it's benefits. One of them being the regular call I make to say, "hey, just no time to cook tonight, how 'bout you bring home a Pi?". Having a few kids to wrestle in order to remain seated during dinner occasionally keeps us from going out to eat. With Pi, we have the luxury of staying in AND being guaranteed good food. It's a call I don't think my husband minds getting. We've had many of their pizza choices and each one has been tasty. Ingredients fresh with flavors that blend well and uniquely. Love that the BLT salad comes with peppers and a tasty dressing. Even their meatballs meet the picky requirements of our 1 year old. Never not satisfied with Pi. You can't go wrong! Yumma!
(5)
Katie C.

I love Pi. This location was the first one I ever went to, I call it College Pi because it has a young/casual/college vibe, though families are often there too. It's situated on the Loop right across from the Pageant, so it was the perfect place to grab a bite before a concert, which is what my friend and I were doing. It was a Thursday night and we had to wait a bit, but it was sooooo worth it. Of course I had heard the Obama hype, he said it was his favorite pizza in St. Louis, but I was ready to be critical if I didn't like it. It was amazing. We got the deep dish Western Addition and I've since been to all three locations several times, ordered different pizzas, and while everything has been mouthwatering, nothing has tasted as good as that one. The deep dish is layered so perfectly with the tomatoes on top, the cornmeal crust is crunchy and amazingly tasty. It really is the best pizza I've ever had. Isn't it nice to have a smart president? :)
(5)
Jeff D.

Great tasting pizza. We make it a point to visit this restaurant whenever we are in town.
(5)
Angel A.

Wish I could give it 3 1/2 stars. The place is very nice and they do have some nice appetizers/salads. Their pizza isn't the best. It is good..... very good, but far from the best (Papa Del's in Champaign IL has the best in my opinion). I do think their crust is pretty awesome (cornmeal based I believe). I wouldn't call their deep-dish a true deep-dish.... it is more in between a real deep-dish pizza and a regular crust pizza. Slightly overpriced in my opinion. Another con was that the music was playing way too loud to hold a normal conversation. Being a scientist, I guess the Pi theme (3.14159...) was my favorite feature. I would definitely recommend trying it out.
(4)
Chris S.

I love Pi, simple enough. I expected to like their pizza based on recommendations and somehow it still exceeded my expectations. If you haven't tried it, do it. Great food with nice service and atmosphere.
(5)
Andrew R.

Best Pizza in town. I have been here three times and have never been disappointed. This place is always slammed and always turns out good food. Barack Obama stopping here made the owner of this place instantly famous and rich. They now have three locations in town. I have had the thin crust and thick crust and both were great. My parties have been split each time down the middle on who likes what more. My two favorites are the Berkeley and the Kirkwood (only offered in Kirkwood). We also had a thin crust called the Hill which was amazing. Their salads are great too share as well. I also enjoy their beer selection which consists mostly of craft beers or micros. They have a pretty nice selection in both the loop and Kirkwood. Kirkwood had a great all day happy hour on Saturday with $3 Schlafly Pale Ales (nice). If you haven't tried it, it lives up to the hype.
(5)
Howie F.

I'm almost afraid to go back to Pi as you don't want to lose that perfect vision you have in your head of a perfect pizza. Kind of like meeting a girl at a bar, thinking she is the hottest girl ever and going on a date later and realizing she's not quite a 7. Pi, it's name descended on St. Louis like a swarm of locusts, I couldn't go anywhere without hearing about it, Obama even had them fly out to the freaking White House (over Chicago places). There was no way this place could live up to expectations. I have to admit, I was blown away by the pie here, freaking amazing. In a cute nod to my old city San Francisco (Which they say this is SF pizza, I'll touch on that later), they name a few of the pies after SF 'hoods (which is why I won't order the Western Addition, I don't want that neighborhood in my mouth) and include my old place North Beach. From the toppings to the crust the "thin" crust North Beach was awesome, perhaps the best pizza I've ever had. I do have one bone to pick with you PI. I lived in San Francisco for 4 years, I ate at Golden Boy, North Beach Pizza, Pizza Orgasmica and a bunch more places and never came across a San Francisco style pizza. I've reached out to my friends there and no one knows of this San Francisco style pizza. What gives?
(5)
Iris T.

Pizza redefined. Everything about Pi defies my idea of pizza, pizza joints, and really, all things pizza. First things first, when I walked into Pi, I felt like I had walked into a swanky hotel restaurant and not a pizzeria. It did not look or smell like a pizza joint, that's for sure (definitely approps for a quiet dinner with friends or a date). Enough about the ambiance and on to the meaty stuff: the pizza. I went with two friends and we split two pizzas: one veggie deep-dish (Western addition) and one meaty thin-crust pizza (North Beach Classico). I can't even pick which one of the two I like better cause I honestly could not stop eating either. I loved how the deep-dish pizza wasn't too filling -- unlike other deep-dish pizzas I've tried. And I'm proud to say that not only have I tried the St. Louis famed thin-crust pizza, I like it! Prepare yourself for a fairly expensive dinner though.. at $12-18/ "small" pizza, you're looking at quite a steep bill for pizza. But it's not just ANY pizza -- it's Pi!
(4)
William B.

* Go to Pi * Order an Odell IPA * Order the Bucktown Then: * (a) Realize that the Bucktown is about the best deep-dish pizza you have ever eaten and thank me profusely for telling you to get it--but only after thanking the employees of Pi for giving it to you in the first place. * (b) Dislike the Bucktown and and realize you apparently don't like food.
(5)
Sarah C.

I've been to the Loop location and the one in the CWE. The Loop is a lot more crowded so you have to arrive earlier, but service and food were A+ at both! They have gluten free crust and soy cheese. I have a lactose allergy, so ordered a side salad w/o cheese. The waitress even had the chef give me a side of soy cheese. :) Hands down one of my favorite places in the city. Something for everyone... The CWE atmosphere is a lot different from the Loop atmosphere. I love the CWE classy feel, but my sister loves the laid back, hipster feel at the Loop location.
(5)
Tray J.

This is my first time here and the bucktown pizza was okay but I enjoy more meat, this is a good place for vegetarians.
(3)
Carissa G.

So AMAZINGLY DELICIOUS! This pizza was UNBELIEVABLE! Try the city limit pizza. They also have really good desserts. The old fashion chocolate pudding and the cookie pi are both really, really good. They have a large selection of specialty drinks as well. Def. recommend.
(5)
Kelly B.

The danger of getting good publicity/reviews is that once people say they like you, others will come along to challenge "the legend." I get the feeling that this is the case with Pi. So many rave reviews, including one from El Presidente put Pi on a pretty high pedestal. Should it be there? It's all relative. Pi is not the restaurant that I would plaster all over the front page of every publication, but IT IS a solid, pizzeria that serves fresh, upwardly priced goods, vegetarian options that actually taste good, and a decent alternative to St. Louis style pizza. Located in a trendy/up-and-coming part of the loop, Pi is casual, modern, and comfortable. I found the staff to be friendly and on the ball. Pi is usually crowded and It does take time to prepare the type of deep dish pizza they serve. But, if I have time, I'm willing to wait because I like that they are using fresh ingredients to make "real" pizza. Are there other good deep dish pizza places in town? Sure. But this one gets my vote as a solid contender. Oh, and did I mention that Pi is smoke free? If they had 1/2 stars, they would get 4 1/2 from me.
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Jason Y.

I was recently transplanted back to St. Louis and had a craving for Chicago style pizza, one of my friends suggested Pi saying that it IS Chicago-style pizza. I looked online and the images looked just liked the pizza I loved in Chicago, so I decided to give it a try. All I can say it was a major disappointment. Pi is nothing like the Chicago style pizza I know and love. It is a very bad imitation. The pizza itself was bland, the sauces were not very flavorful and the crust was nothing to be desired. The service was mediocre and the environment was crowded - it felt like we were in a cafeteria. Their prices were also rather pricey for what you get.
(1)
Kimberly W.

There's a good reason why Obama loves Pi... it is beyond delicious. I get a warm fuzzy feeling just thinking about it. My first Pi trip was after a particularly long and trying Sunday at work. Let me tell you, if you ever have a crappy day, just go have dinner at Pi, it'll fix you right up. We're talking Heaven here people. First off, order some wine. Pi's selection of organic wines is awesome, and if you're not sure which direction to go, just ask your waiter, they can usually point you in a good direction. Mmmmm red wine and pizza. Next step for me is always garlic bread (initially selected because it was the cheapest starter on the menu, not gonna lie). This is not your typical garlic bread. They bring you out a loaf of warm bread, accompanied by creamy, melty butter and a roasted garlic clove. It has forever changed the way I look at garlic bread. So good. Now the pizza. I know this is St. Louis, but dammit people, order the deep dish! While I know plenty of people who love the thin crust here, its just not my favorite, and I feel like if you're here, you need to go big or go home. The South Side Classico is my hands down favorite. Pair it with some red wine and you will seriously not care about anything else in the world. This pizza is the perfect combination of crunchy, gooey, savory amazingness. Mmmmm :o) Add to the food the awesome decor and amazing servers and this place pretty much rocks. My only complaint would be that it does get pretty loud, especially when it's packed, but in a way that kind of just adds to the atmosphere. Just maybe don't bring grandma if she's hard of hearing (you can always take her leftovers!)
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Chip K.

I was really, really, REALLY looking forward to trying Pi for the first time. After all, if the President -- who's spent so many years in Chicago -- called for Chicago-style pizza from St. Louis, it HAD to be phenomenal... right? Right? My initial impression was favorable. The atmosphere was really cool, the waiters wore shirts that said "NO PROVEL" on the back, they had a great variety of beers, they had a blurb on their menu about being committed to the environment and all that feel-good stuff... the BLT salad that we got was good, although not great. The pizza we ordered was a deep-dish called the Bucktown: mozzarella, roasted chicken, artichoke hearts, red bell peppers, green olives, red onions, feta, sun-dried tomatoes. Sounded absolutely delicious. The pizza came out, I eagerly grabbed a slice... and tasted pretty much nothing but tomato sauce. No sign of chicken, artichoke hearts, red bell peppers, green olives, red onions, or sun-dried tomatoes. Once or twice, I was able to taste a tangy nugget of feta cheese, but I could barely even taste the mozzarella. That's not to say the tomato sauce was BAD... I'd like to find out their recipe and make spaghetti with it... but seriously? $23 for what amounted to little more than a crust (albeit a tasty crust) smothered in marinara? To make matters even more disappointing, the people we went with (who ordered a sausage and pepperoni deep-dish) had a bite of ours and said that it was better than theirs. My wife tried scraping a lot of the sauce off to see if that made things better, but she said the toppings really didn't taste all that amazing anyway. Maybe their thin-crust is better. Maybe we had bad luck. I don't know. I was thoroughly disappointed.
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Nat Z.

I've been hearing about Pi since I moved to Saint Louis, and I think the hype, which I don't usually trust, is more or less justified. We got here right before the kitchen closed (seconds to spare) and they were nice enough to take our order for a couple of pizzas. Pizzas were pretty good-- probably four stars for this. I wasn't expecting anything great, but I was pleasantly impressed, all the same. Pi keeps it real by keeping it local, naming its pizzas after Saint Louis neighborhood and phenomena, and it even has a beer or two specifically brewed for it. Schlafly exceeds its normal quality for its Pi Common ale. That just impressed me so much. We had a charming and attentive server. I enjoyed the atmosphere. Well worth a visit!
(5)
Josh J.

The pizza is always great thin or thick crust. However I wish they would not have changed the Pi Bites. They were great before. Now they are like soggy cheese sticks. Hope they go back to the way they were.
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Gene S.

If you are a Chicago deep dish fan like me; order the Pi-cago pizza. It's not on the menu, but it's fully loaded to the brim with cheese just like Chicago deep dish except it's better. The crust is lighter, the tomato sauce/topping is fresher, and it makes for an overall much better pizza. I no longer have to drive to Chicago for my Gino's or Lou's fix as I can get a better pizza right here! If they don't know Pi-cago when you order, just tell them it's the deep dish cheese with as much cheese as the pizza can hold.
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Dean B.

Have you ever heard that saying "No one goes there anymore...it's too crowded"? Well that's kinda how it is with Pi nowadays. They're planning to open 2 other locations and it can't come soon enough for me. I went there the other night and expected a 30-45 minute wait. They said it would be an hour. I grudgingly said ok and waited outside with a drink. After an hour, they said it would be another half hour. I gave up. The pizza is good, but it's not that good guys. Also, the clientele has become even douchier than I remembered. I now declare this place Ed Hardy t-shirt capital of STL. Hurry up and open the CWE and Kirkwood locations and take these morons back to the boutique stores they came from.
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A M.

Apparently the crowds have thinned a bit to where it is sane to go to Pi now, at least according to the bartender. If folks are turned off by some of the older posts, I suggest you give Pi another shot. Pi's pizza (thin crust) made my night. The cornbread trick that seems to amaze/perplex some visitors is pretty common in Italy and pulled off magnificently at Pi. Yum! My salad (the BLT) was tasty, but I felt like it just didn't have the charisma of the pizza. The beer selection is pretty good, and they have a decent row of scotch, something I didn't expect at a pizza joint. To top it off, the staff was amazingly friendly. I travel a lot for work and I frequent tons of places solo -- I've not encountered such warm service in a really long time (I don't think they believed me when I said it either). Five stars because the overall package was awesome.
(5)
Sammy H.

I love this place! The name, Pi for start. All their cups have 3.141592658979323 on them. The pizza if flawless, everything is cooked to perfection! The only thing is, they make the pizza fresh- so you usually have to wait for a while. It's totally worth the wait once you get your food though, and the service is great. Then. The bathrooms. There is one Pi where they conserve water, so there is a button you press depending on how much toilet paper you used. Not weird at all. But the food and atmosphere is great and I recommend coming here.
(4)
Jess E.

Pi is pretty good. There's a lot of hype that goes with it but IMHO it comes close to living up to it. Tasty pizza that while a little pricey, I don't mind springing for on occasion.
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Stefanie S.

I tried the Chicago style pizza with roasted garlic cloves and red bell peppers, and it was good, but not great and not the best pizza I've ever had. I have to say my first complaint was with the crust. It had too much corn meal in it for me and I prefer more of a flour based crust. The rest of the pizza was good, just not great. I would go back and try something else if I had the opportunity too.
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Erik N.

Overrated by a degree that cant be expressed in my review. I grew up in St Louis and have lived in Chicago awhile as well. Offhand I can think of 6 or 7 places that I would order or go to over Pi. The pizzas are ok, they do offer a large number of toppings which is nice but for the most part they are nothing special. Id say go once to see if it tickles your fancy but dont go in with expectations, I think that is likely what killed it for me. Id say Pi in movie terms is the equivalent of 'There Will Be Blood'-- there was so much hype and it looked so good prior to getting there that there was never a way for it to live up to it. Im sure had I just stumbled across this place next to my house my review would be a bit higher, but I came into this place expecting the best pizza that ever graced this Earth and all I got was something that doesnt compare to Chicago chains or any St Louis style pizza.
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Lisa B.

SERIOUSLY the best pizza around! I can't say enough... Take your time enjoy, make you own or pick one speciality pizza. OOO and the garlic bread, don't pass it up, order two, you won't regret it!
(5)
Trish C.

How many words can you find in the thesaurus for incredible? That is what Pi is! I go as often as I can - and am never disappointed. The service is good, the beer selection amazing, and pizza is INCREDIBLE. Really, there is no other pizza joint in St. Louis that compares. My favorite pizza, is the Bucktown and I really can't choose between all the delicious salads. You really can't go wrong with any of them. When I have friends or colleagues in town I always take them to Pi and they always rave about their meal. St. Louis is lucky to have a place like Pi!
(5)
Kevin D.

This is an adorable restaurant. Great decor, great logo, great sounding menu. We sat outside at a table just barely large enough for two salads. One more glass and it couldn't have fit on the table. The food itself is OK, and overpriced. We got a salad, which was huge, but mostly lettuce. The drinks were pretty strong, good value. The pizza was overpriced ($23 for a 16" pizza) but pretty good. We got the thin crust, which has this great cornmeal on the bottom. It was OK, not amazing. Honestly, I'd take Racinnelli's anyday over this... even CPK. But it's new and hip and a fun place to go. As the previous reviewer said... it is FREEZING inside. Wear a jacket or sit outside.
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Jay D.

Yesterday was the fourth time i have been. Three times to eat in the Loop and once for drinks in the CWE. All times were great. Great decor and the food is consistently great. Drink are great. great selection of cocktails, beer and wine. The mixed drink was a little small, but then again i am the wrong person to judge how big a drink should be. Its just a great place to go and relax and people watch with some eclectic comfort food. Will go again.. and again... and again... and several more times after that...
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Carolina V.

Probably everyone that knows or has head about Pi knows what I about to write, but for the two of you who dont here it goes: Obama ate here when he was in town and apparently then asked to have the pizza sent to DC- ah... the perks of running a country :) Anyhow, back to Pi The pizza, ambiance, location and service in this place are great! There are very few places that have better pizza. I will definitely come back.
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Lynn S.

We went here over the weekend and what a treat. I loved their pizza. Tastes very fresh and the crust was wonderful. Staff was attentive and friendly. Can't wait to go back. Really good pizza!
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Traci B.

Not quite sure what the big deal is about this place. Don't get me wrong, the pizza was good, but it wasn't the most amazing pizza I've ever had. I'll try it again because a fair review takes more than one experience... but I'm not going to go out of my way to go there anytime soon.
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Kate C.

This is one of the best pizzas I've ever had. Thin crust was amazing. I can't wait to come back and try some more offerings on the menu.
(5)
Harper Z.

I managed to make it a full 6 months back in StL without visiting this now famous establishment. I had only heard good things and my dining experience lived up to the hype. As part of the Schlafly 21st anniversary takeover, Pi had 21 different Schlafly beers on tap. Our waiter was able to help my entire party pick different beers as well as their dinner and dessert choice. Quality ingredients and care taken in preparing everything on the menu. Great food and attentive service. Can't get much better and I'm looking forward to coming back.
(5)
Allen L.

PI...oh PI...I had such high expectations. We arrived and sat, the staff was great. The table was too small, but that's just a minor little quibble. The chicken wings were tasty, and the chips and dip are great. The pizza was, for lack of a better word, average. I expected much more out of such a well known slice. Maybe I will go back and try again, and if I do I will let you know what I am thinking.
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Keith S.

I remember fantastic pizza and SEVERAL brews going down very smooth. 355 / 113 is a very close approximation to PI. It's so close that I use it when doing fixed integer jet engine computations from rotor speed to tip speed. Off by 8 millionths of a percent. Sorry I just had to let someone know about that.
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Megs F.

The service was the most outstanding part of our visit. The pizza, however, was a bit mediocre. We ended up paying $55 for 12" deep dish, one beer and 2 glasses of sangria (including an 18% tip.) It didn't feel like a fair trade once we left the building. I ordered ground beef and green peppers on my half and was left wishing I had also ordered cheese, as there was barely an ounce of it on the pie. If you're prepared to drop half a bill on pizza, make sure your expectations are proportionately average.
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Sara B.

I want to rave about this place but I just can't. The pizza is good, but it is just that...good. We shared the "special" of the day that sounded like it would be an explosion of flavors. Capers, chicken, prosciutto, and fennel...Yum right? When delivered the pi tasted 90% like tomato sauce and crust and 10% something else. Tasty in its own right although no where near what I thought it would be. The beer selection was outstanding though. The waiter was phenomenal and made the experience better than I would expect.
(4)
Gloria L.

I LOVE the food, the service, and ambiance. I bring my family here whenever they visit. One of my favorite things to do is order carry out, take it to forest park and have a picnic on art hill, bring my own wine- it's a perfect date!
(5)
Brant H.

I have not had better service at far fancier and more expensive restaurants. All 3 staff that I had contact with were excellent with their service and attentiveness. Add in good food and a nice selection of beers and this is on my recommended list for anyone visiting the Delmar Loop area.
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Cathy D.

I'm giving this 3 stars because I've been here before and I know it's good. On that, I will say that your server can certainly have an influence on your dining experience. It was my husbands first time here and our waitress didn't give him the spiel about what makes the pizza and place unique. I added jalapeÃ±os on my pizza and they forgot them. We weren't even done with our first piece and she came by and asked if we wanted a box. I had to ask for another drink. Hmmmm. On a positive. It was a beautiful night, we sat outside, that house salad was amazing and they make the best sangrias ever! Don't know that my husband would ever want to come back :(. Oh. Hubby just said he will be back because he'd like to try the thin crust because he thought that is what he thought he was getting.
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Andrea R.

Excellent pizza although super oily.
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Betty I.

They food was okey, I think it wasn't comparable to the price we paid for. I personally think Domino, IMO, or Thai Pizza is even better than what they had here.
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Marlo S.

Definitely on my overrated list. Possibly another victim of its own success. Thin crust is basically the St. Louis style - almost-like-a-matzah thin - with some extra cornmeal thrown in. Ingredient combinations are clever, just not particularly well-executed. If you're gonna do feta, for example, use some quality cheese, not this super-market stuff. Red sauce is ok, but not especially inspiring. The only thing really interesting was the sausage, which was great. Nice vibe. Great bar. Good selection of beers. By now, this place is an institution, so there's almost no point in "arguing." If Dewey's weren't run by suburban bigots, I'd recommend that place. As it is, it's slim pickins in this town. Only 300 miles from Chicago, yet it feels like an eternity.
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Aaron P.

Everything is just not quite there. The reason I give it a 2 is not because of it is bad pizza, because the pizza tasted fine, but the reason why I gave this restaurant a two is because of the disconnect between what the restaurant is trying to sell and what it actually sells. Pi is trying to be a more upscale pizza place that sells artisan-feeling thin crust and authentic deep-dish. I usually order thin crust and the quality is just not there for me. The cheese does not have that great browned toasted tasted or feel to it. All the toppings are too eager to fall off and in general I am not impress. The deep dish also has that flaw where the crust is not super well baked, and the size is just a little off. I can't really put my finger on it but in general this place is not overly impressive. I will come back here because there is not really anywhere else for not Dominoes pizza but when I crave good pizza I dont think of Pi.
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Doug M.

This weekend was my first trip to PI's and next time I'm town I plan on returning. We ordered a deep dish pizza and garlic bread, both were very good and reasonably priced. The service was also good.
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Lucy H.

We didn't realize that St. Louis had its own style of pizza until we got there; so that's where this cracker-crust idea comes from. So right up front, that's kind of a point against thin-crust pizza in the area because we're not crazy about that specific style. The front desk guy at our motel recommended Pi, saying that it had a fan in the President (a Chicago boy!) himself, so off we went one evening. We tried the Pi bites to start, and... weren't overwhelmed. They were interesting (a variation on a cheese stick), but not worth the price. For the main course we got a thin crust half-and-half Kirkwood/East Loop. Again, it was good--their marinara is particularly tasty--but something about it just didn't make it seem as high-end as they wanted it to be. I prefer Bazbeaux in Indianapolis to Pi. They did have free Wi-Fi, which was nice, and though their bathrooms weren't working, customers did have access to the staff loo, which was very generous. :)
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Julie L.

If you can't get to Chicago, Pi is the place to go! My husband and I love pizza and we have our favorite spots. I can honestly say Pi is on that list now. We finally got a chance to visit and we weren't disappointed. We started with the garlic bread appetizer which was served with a clove of garlic. Just the right flavor to start the night off. Their ice tea is mango flavored, which is great and a different type of vibe but perfect for what the atmosphere is giving off. We designed our own Pi, added bacon to it and needless to say we didn't have leftovers and were not hungry when we left. Great location on the loop, perfect for us to grab a bite then head to the Fox for a show afterwards. I cannot wait to go when its warmer out and sit out on their patio.
(5)
Alan S.

Maybe I made a mistake by ordering pizza. Maybe my expectations were too biased toward a delicious Lou Malnati's or similar Chicago-style pizza. But we wanted some pie, and not that "St. Louis-style provel thin crust" shizzy. Despite the recommendations, Pi's deep dish is not high on my list. While the sauce was nice, with a bit of sweetness, the crust was tough and the toppings sparse. A chicken pizza should have more than one bite of chicken per slice. The dead giveaway should have been the DRIED herbs on top... no respectable pizza place dares to stray from a bit of fresh basil for a shaker of pizza seasoning. Next, the salad was disappointing. For around $10, I expect something more than a small dinner salad with a few random toppings. There wasn't even enough dressing to flavor-up the iceberg. All said, $60 later and we were not impressed. Maybe it's a great bar or wing joint, but it won't be on my pizza list. In the end, this was the first pizza I actually left in the hotel room. No one enjoyed it enough to finish it off or bring it with - and that is a rarity!!
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Pants M.

I want to like this place more than I do. The service is great and they use quality ingredients... I just can't justify the price point. Perhaps if there was some sort of special I'd go there more often, but as it is, I can't seem to get out of there for under $30. Maybe this is just another way of saying it's good for groups but not so much for solo fliers.
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David W.

eh, lotta friends said this place was E-MAZING, ok, it was pretty good, but not the WOW YOU HAVE TO GO HERE type deal. It's just, good deep dish pizza. I didn't think there was anything extremely special about it, but there wasn't anything bad about it either. It was just good pizza. If you are looking for a good deep dish place, pi pizza is the place to go in st louis
(4)
D C.

Eh...nothing special I think this has got to be one of the most OVER RATED places in Stl. I feel sorry for people who think this is good pizza because it's not.
(2)
Beth J.

Man, this place is awesome.They have fabulous toppings, including gluten free crusts and vegan cheese. The ambiance is fabulous, the service is always great, and the price is reasonable. I love that they have Chicago style and thin crust, so that there is always something for everyone. One note, though: they only take reservations a minimum of 24 hours in advance for a groups of six or more, so make sure to plan ahead! It's a popular spot, so expect to wait on Friday or Saturday nights.
(5)
Darien B.

Sweet baby Jesus. If someone asked me on death row what my last meal request is; it'd be Pi. The deep dish, corn meal crust! The BLT salad! The smores shake! And don't get me started on the garlic bread with that creamy butter. This place is a heaven sent. I can't explain it anymore, my mouth is watering just thinking about it.
(5)
Beck E.

I really wanted to like this place, but the food just didn't cut it (and for these prices?!). A very kind employee held the door open for us as we entered, but we were left standing at the host's desk for a bit before someone showed us to a table outside. I noticed immediately that there were crumbs on my plate and napkin. Odd. We were told Sarah would be our waitress, and we did speak to her once before our waiter suddenly changed without warning. I didn't catch his name. While waiting for our orders, my bf noticed how high the armrests on the chairs were, which made them a little more uncomfortable. I marveled at the price of a milkshake ($7!) and all the other items on the menu. The bf & I ordered the "blazing" wings, which were not at all blazing and actually quite bland. However, they were hot when brought out to us and had just the right level of crispiness. I thought they were on the greasy side though. These would have been really good wings if they had had any flavor. We also got the East Loop thin crust pizza, which had a lot of pesto, chicken, mushroom, and red onions. It looked like it had a lot going on, so I was excited... and then put off by the strange texture and aftertaste of the pesto. I really wasn't expecting that. I ate the two smallest slices and was not at all tempted to eat more. So I probably won't be back. Maybe I would have liked a different pizza or a salad instead of the wings, but eating here again would feel like a gamble. I'd rather stick to Papa John's or Domino's for pizza & wings. They did play some good music though.
(2)
C C.

Delicious pizza. Good beer. Decent service. Ordered a large, deep dish pepperoni and sausage pizza. Sooo good. We also had the chips and dip which were tasty and the pi bites which disappeared as soon as they were served.
(5)
Clarice W.

Mr. Obama may endorse Pi but I may have to (gasp!) disagree with the president here...2.5 stars. I've had their pizza before and it was good but really not better than the deep dish I've had in San Francisco - proof that you don't have to be Chicago to do good deep dish. Still, the pizza was inoffensive so I never felt compelled to write about Pi...until today, when I tried their apple pi. First off, they advertise a slice of apple pi. What we were served was a small (perhaps 4" in diameter) apple tartlet. Mistake #1: this means the crust:filling ratio is far too high. But even beyond that, there were countless other mistakes - the crust was tough and overworked; the filling tasteless and undercooked, lacking that natural, sugary, caramelization. Instead of cutting my fork through a crumbly buttery crust into a rich gooey filling, I ended up having to hack through the cardboard-y crust and crunchy apples. (CRUNCHY apples?? When was the last time you ate a pie with crunchy apples??) The only redeeming factor was the 2 scoops of ice cream on the side; the salty caramel ice cream doesn't necessarily taste good on its own but is a perfect condiment to (crunchy!!!) apples. Oh, by the way, this mess cost $6. Goodness. So, people can rave all they want about the pizza here, and I will not argue. But please, for the sake of all grandmas out there who make a proper, soul-filling apple pie, stay away from Pi's apple pi!!
(3)
Cassie G.

Go to New York, I gotta have cheesecake. Go to Philadelphia, gotta have a cheesesteak. Boston? Give me some cream pie. You get the gist. So who knew I would experience my first deep dish pizza not in Chicago, but St. Louis? However, I'm pretty sure this pie rivals any of the famous ones in the Windy City. Proved by the fact Obama likes this place too! Walking along Delmar on a gorgeous day, I was instantly lured by the look of the pizzas (all practically devoured) atop of the patio tables. That's when me and the gang joined the happy pizza eaters on the patio to order up one ourselves. We started with the K2 salad which was delicious and then came the south side classico which was amazing. Tomato sauce is my favorite part of the pizza anyways so you can imagine I was in heaven. We didn't have to wait too long for our food and prices were reasonable. I'm jealous my little bro lives so close to this place that he can get it delivered any day of the week! Now I just need to get to Chicago to test out my theory...
(5)
Laura C.

The boyfriend and I continued our weekly date night trend with a visit to PI Pizza the other day. Being that we are old and possibly narcoleptic, we had our date night at 3 in the afternoon which coincidentally was the same time PI started their happy hour. We were immediately greeted by the day time host (it looked like they were in the middle of a shift change) as soon as we came through the door. She was very friendly and escorted us to a table in the bar area, explained their happy hour specials and told us that Casey would be right with us. Casey came over within 2 or 3 minutes, bringing two waters with us. She also pointed out the happy hour and got us started with our drinks while asking if we had been to Pi before (we hadn't) and going over the menu with us, including her favorites, the different size/crust options, half/half pizzas, and the fact that you can get thin crust pizza on deep dish crust and vice versa. She effectively answered any questions we had before we had a chance to ask them :). We ordered a small bada bing salad (on her recommendation), an order of garlic bread, and a half "the hill" and half "delmar" on deep dish crust. A Large was more than plenty for to people to bring home left overs- we probably should have gone with the small. Everything came out very quickly, was coursed perfectly and empty plates and glasses never remained on the table for long. Casey remained attentive, anticipating our needs, without ever being intrusive. We kept raving about how great everything was- and how tasty! Not a bad deal for the happy hour ($2 well drinks, $4 sangria, and select Missouri Beers for $3.14) but I do wish the Delmar location included food/appetizers in their special. I chose the sangria and the boyfriend went with the Schlafly Common- both were great choices. Our second round of drinks included "The ginger" margarita (me, and not included in the happy hour so it was $$) and the boulevard "tank 7" for the boyfriend. He said it tasted like fluoride and wasn't a fan. Our server, Casey, was also the bartender. Another thing that impressed me about Pi was how thorough everyone was. Casey repeated our order back to us after she took it and even the employees that were running food repeated the order as they set it down, even our neighbor's complicated/modified pizza. We were definite fans of Pi and agreed that it need to be included in our normal rotation of restuarants.
(5)
Vik S.

If I could give this Pi a sixth star, I would. Why? Because I just discovered that they also serve beer in 4oz pours, So for about the price of one pint, you can try 4 different beers in 4oz glasses. This is especially cool since Pi has an amazing selection of beers on draft (probably around 30) from breweries like Bells, New Belgium, Abita, Schlafly, Six Row, and more. It's also great if you're trying to learn more about beer, as you can compare and contrast different types and styles. I was here Wendesday night from 11-12 and reknown local DJ Flex Boogie was spinning an eclectic mix. Hooray for Pi supporting talented local DJs! There was a good amount of people at the bar and I got to enjoy a bunch of different beers (4 4oz pours for $5.75) and some great music. So it's not just an amazing place to eat, it's got a cool bar scene as well. Pi, will you marry me?
(5)
Michael R.

The pizza is, by far, the best you can get in St. Louis. However, the antipasti plate we usually order was changed and is now a complete disaster, along with the garlic bread (which also used to be amazing). The antipasti plate is disjointed. On the plate is mozzerella, pesto, mini stuffed peppers, pickled carrots and cauliflower, prosciutto, and salami (which was old and rancid tasting). The flavors do not go together at all, its just a bunch of random ingredients on a plate. It is the anti-antipasti plate. The garlic bread used to be great, but now the garlic bulb is not roasted long enough and the cloves are not spreadable. Second time that happened. Great pizza, don't trust anything else.
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Stefanie K.

We had our wedding rehearsal dinner here and couldn't have been happier. Lauren M. was extremely helpful with the planning process and was really kind when dealing with many last minute changes. It was very easy to set up a menu that all of our guests loved. All the staff members were attentive and made sure all our guests were enjoying their meals. The food came out in good time and we never felt rushed. It was also really nice that Pi was able to accommodate our gluten free guests. This is a great place for a rehearsal dinner, especially when trying to work with a variety of dietary needs and when working with a somewhat limited budget. I think we ended up spending about $700 to give our 25 guests food and alcoholic drinks.
(5)
Lindsay S.

There was nothing _bad_ about our meal at Pi, just nothing that draws me back, either. The wings were good quality, but seasoned almost more like roasted pepper chicken and no heat/wing sauce, so the blue cheese dressing tasted odd with them. Because the bulk of the pizza is sauce, it doesn't satisfy a cheesy, carby craving like other pizza places, including some of the Chicago institutions, so it ends up being the worst of both worlds of tasting healthy while still having the calories of a restaurant meal. A note on the service as well-- while we ate at an off time and there were only a few other tables of guests, it's still bad form for the staff to loudly chat, joke and complain while setting up tables as if the restaurant empty.
(2)
Michael N.

Let's face it... When people talk about the best cities to get pizza in... St. Louis is not the first mentioned. Or second. Or third. Or fourth. Or... well, you get the idea. But are there a few diamonds in the rough? Definitely. And Pi is definitely among those. I've yet to try their thin crust - but I can give two solid thumbs up to their deep dish. Now, truth be told, I have had better. I dunno if it's the air, the water, or something else in Illinois that makes them taste better, but it's definitely something. Regardless - it's still darn good at Pi. It is interesting to me how fast they make them. The last deep dish I got there took about 25 minutes from ordering to being served. That is fast. I'm used to deep dishes cooking for longer than that - and this is being made and cooked in just 25 minutes? Dayumn. I don't know if that is a good or a bad thing - but it is a difference I've noticed when comparing Pi deep dish to IL deep dish. Service has always been friendly. This location on Delmar seems a bit more low key than its CWE counterpart. Definitely among the best places to get a pizza in St. Louis. Recommended.
(5)
Tracey W.

Saying you like pizza is like saying you like women. Most people have a type. You don't really like ALL women, or else me and Rosie O'Donnel would not be single (just realized that RO'D is not single... so it's just me left then, eh?). Pi is the Lady GaGa of pizza. Overhyped, the cool kid, and a little too saucy for my taste. So why am I four starring it? Fine. I'm too much of a p...ansy to rate it lower. But I truly think that if Pi weren't the popular staple that it is in St. Louis, people wouldn't be as enthused about it. I had Pi at an event once where the food had to stand by itself. Not that great. Seriously. The deep dish crust just isn't that good. It was dry and tasted like fiber cereal. No joke. Also, the whole sauce on top thing just isn't my cup of... errrr, slice of pie. Also, ummmmm, tooooo much fricking sauce. Seriously. It's like they opened a giant can of stewed tomatoes and dumped them on each slice of pizza. This place got bumped up when I had the opportunity to visit yesterday (late weekday lunch-- good time to go). Pretty charming, albeit hipster, place. I can see what people see in it. I really can. The service was phenomenal and really secured their spot at 4 stars. Attentive service, enthused waitress, and when we couldn't finish our pizza and were taking it to go, she even gave us to-go cups for our soda. Whaaaaaa? I wanted to hug her but I was afraid that she might take it the wrong way (or the right way). It was painfully expensive, although half of a 12 inch deep dish was both my lunch and dinner, but still. I know how much ingredients cost, even high quality ingredients. I love Chicago pizza as much as the next person, but something about Pi's version just doesn't do it for me. So though I wouldn't crave this pizza, and I think that the love for this place might be slightly mob mentality, their great service and the cool vibe make up for their food. Also, I think they should start making actual pie and be one of the first in STL on the pie bandwagon. They can, like, put the filling on top or something so they can keep it signature.
(4)
Kyle R.

The pizza is pretty good, and if you're a fan of math (like me), don't leave without buying one of their pint glasses (only $3!)
(4)
Paul B.

I am from Chicago. We make pizza. We literally invented Deep Dish pizza. While Pizza opinions differ - the fact is in 1948 Ike Sewell invented the Deep Dish Pizza in Chicago. I have never - in half-a-century of life - experienced a pizza even close to the various Chicago eateries. New York is close - but on the serious - no one can compare to a fine and delectable pie made in the City of Big Shoulders - no one. I was in St. Louis for a 48 hour holiday - check out the Arch and then go see the living legend - Chuck Berry at the Blueberry Hill. After the concert - we needed to grab a bite before getting back to the hotel. We made our way down the street to PI and - I gotta be honest - that was the best non-Chicago pizza I have ever had - ever. Looking at the menu I was surprised to see some Chicago references (probably not deliberate). Bucktown and Lincoln park (neighborhoods). There was a Kirkwood (Chicago Street). Anyway - our server - Sam - was awesome. She was on top of things from jump. I should point out that we arrived at 11:30 p.m. and they close the kitchen at midnight. Sam never - not once - tried to rush us or make us uncomfortable. We ordered Blue Moon (beer). I am not sure if they were out - or just didn't carry it - but Sam suggested Avery White Rascal and a new lover affair was born. This is my new favorite beer. We started with garlic bread which was the best idea for garlic bread that I have ever seen in my life. They bring out warm bead and butter and then an actual roasted clove of garlic. In St. Louis terms this is the Stan Musial of garlic bread. You take a hunk of bread - put on some butter then squeeze a hunk of roasted garlic out of the husk and onto the bread. Then your mouth gets very happy. Then we ordered a veggie pizza that was half Berkely and half Western Addition. I would not normally order a veggie pizza, but sometimes you have to let go and think outside the crust. The veggies were all fresh and perfectly prepared. The sauce was tangy enough to let you know it wasn't messing around - but sweet enough to complement the natural sweetness of the veggies and the creamy deliciousness of the White Rascal. The crust was flaky on the outside and warm on the inside. This is - without a doubt - one of the best pizzas I have ever had. This is a (nearly) 300-pound Italian-American from Chicago talking. Perfect service (Sam was amazing) - perfect garlic bread - perfect pizza. In a city of icons (Chuck Berry, Bob Costas, Tennessee Williams, John Goodman, Maya Angelou, Scott Bakula, Joe Besser, and Lou Thesz) Pi Pizza stands out as iconic in its own right. Pi Pizza is almost reason enough to return to St. Louis.
(5)
Yuejun W.

Deep dish is like what I ate in Chicago. Delmar flavor is good. I don't like kirkwood one.
(3)
Anthony S.

It's Pi, what can I say its always great. We rarely get pizza but regularly hit up the baked wings, hummus plate and salads. Can't go wrong!
(4)
Melia R.

The Western Addition deep dish was an avalanche of fresh delicious. The cornmeal crust is an interesting, tasty twist. There wasn't enough of the crusty bread with the garlic bread appetizer. We ran out of bread before we made a dent in the garlic butter or the roasted garlic cloves (some of the cloves were eaten without bread). My favorite part of the delicious meal, though, was the bada bing salad. Greens, dried bing cherries, almonds, and gorgonzola with a light raspberry vinaigrette?? Simply amazing.
(4)
Riley L.

I can't believe I lived in stl almost 3 years without eating here! The food was amazing and I can't wait to go back. My boyfriend and I split a large salad and a 9 inch pizza (6 slices) with lots of toppings- or maybe I should say "fillings" as they are underneath the sauce. Who would've thought it'd be so good? The 2 slices I had filled me up and he finished off the other 4. Had it not been my birthday, I probably wouldn't have been stuffed from cake and junkfood earlier that day and we probably would've gotten the bigger size pizza. But for small eaters, the portions were great. I'm taking a break from Papa Johns, Dominos, etc. and visiting Pi more often for a unique experience and great service.
(5)
Bryan C.

Deep dish pizza was fantastic. Outdoor seating was a nice touch. Service was very friendly and courteous. Will definitely come back here when we visit St. Louis again.
(5)
Julia G.

I LOVE THIS PLACE. If I had one complaint, I guess it would be that when we go to either of the locations, we have a very long wait to get a table, but that is a testament to the food I suppose, so I can't complain. We usually just belly up to the bar and have a cocktail while we wait. The Salads are wonderful and the pizza is the best around. I love it because I never ever feel icky when I am done eating it, like I do when I eat other pizza that has so much grease on it. The crust is awesome, I believe it's a corn meal crust or something, so it's not doughy. Service is great. The servers are all really nice and helpful when ordering. I totally recommend this place to anyone that is looking for a healthier choice of pizza.
(5)
Zee M.

I bumped this up a notch, because I loved the atmosphere. I'm not always an outside diner type, but this was great. And why did I tri Pi? NO PROVEL, otherwise known as VELVIZZA. My ancestors were in Saint Louis before anyone realized it wasn't Quebec and started speaking English, and I still hate it. I am a fan of both the constructed-on-the-fly Frankenstein and the formless, gormless Blob, and I still hate it. Loki came down to earth to tell me I'd lose my four best friends if I didn't love provel, and I don't even remember their names. So back to Pi. Crust was great, sauce delish, but just as one star extra was given for service and atmos, one was docked for NO Italian Sausage. Not what I'D call Italian Sausage...and here we were, a stone's throw from THE HILL, one of the country's most splendiferous ethnic enclaves. What are they thinking? You can throw a sausage just as good as you can a stone. If Chico Marx were really Italian, he'd stop playing the piano long enough to turn over in his grave. What I'm getting at in a roundabout way is...if my waitress hadn't been a charmer, and the joint hadn't been a-jumpin,' you'd be looking at three stars. This sausage goes on biscuits, NOT on pizza. I had big plans, and that was a major setback. Next time, I'm trying that other place that boasts no provel, if I can just find my list, based on an online poll I conducted. Not that I won't come back, but I want cheese that stretches and Italian sausage that makes me feel I just dove off the Isle of Capri, back when the water was still clean. Maybe you think I'm pushing the point, but when you're dining alone, the food is your date. And if you're getting a piece from a pizza, it had best be worth your while.
(4)
David N.

I don't know what I like more about this place, the name or the actually pizza? Pi, what a great name for a pizza joint, it's PI-Z-Z-A, so you got that going, then pi similar to pie, which is also known as a pizza pie, and then you can use pir^2 to get the area of the pizza, or the diameter, circumference...the possibilities are endless! My mind was totally blown. As far as the pizza, this stuff compares to deep dish found in chicago. Before my trip to chicago I was not a fan of deep dish, because all I had was pizza hut, which does not count haha. My only complaint with deep dish pizza is the wait, but here it's really not that bad. They recommended us to split a salad, we opted to try the BLT which has romaine lettuce, red onions, pepperoncini, crispy bacon, cherry tomatoes, parmesan cheese, with peppercorn ranch dressing. It was very good and light and by the time we were done the pizza was ready. They make a deep dish and a thin crust pizza, we opted for their deep dish of course, and you can split it, so we did half and half of the south side classico with mozzarella, sausage, mushrooms, green bell peppers and onions and the delmar with mozzarella, cheddar, barbeque sauce, hormone-free chicken, red and green peppers, red onion, fresh cilantro after baking. The Delmar is like an upgraded CPK BBQ chicken pizza but in deep dish form. This thing was probably one of the best I've ever had.
(5)
April P.

My friend and I just went here tonight. It was wonderful. They played GREAT music. The service was fantastic! Our bartender's name was Eddie and he was constantly taking great care of us before our table was ready. Once we had a table our server's name was John and he was probably the king of pizza place servers. He was awesome and hilarious. Also, at the end when we had our food boxed up, my friend and I raved about the roasted garlic that we had with our bread ( the garlic bread is to die for. Get it now. ) so he boxed up another one for us! So nice! : ) The place was a teeny bit loud, but only because it was so busy. The pizza was delicious. Heads up on the gluten-free, it tastes just as good, if not better than the normal pizza crust, so if you go with your gluten free friend, just split the gluten-free pizza : )
(5)
Kathy C.

Awesome pizza, not too pricey and good wine selection!! That about sums it up!! The pizza we had was so very tasty without being packed full of sodium, as evidenced by my fingers not being swelled up like little sausages the next morning!! LOL!! Open contemporary dining area nicely decorated. Wait staff was great and not overbearing and didn't rush us through our meal. Pizza and wine was all we ordered and the Pi was so big we even had leftovers!! Really enjoyed the experience and will definitely be returning!!
(5)
Sean T.

We just stopped in for a quick lunch and it was a very good pizza. I like thin crust and they nailed a perfect thin crunchy crust that was way better than the cracker thin that others in StL use. I am knocking off a star due to the lack of value. $20 for a peperoni is a bit crazy. But I'll go back, hopefully fo dinner so I can enjoy their beer.
(4)
Amanda H.

BEST pizza in St. Louis. However, this pizza is not for locals who elect to eat Imo's. That is not pizza. It is melted, waxy cheese on a cracker. Pi gives you real pizza. This place opened just a week or two ago and Wash U med students got invited for a sponsored lunch after the highly anticipated match ceremony. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to find out the hours, or phone number, so fellow yelpers will have to fill that in once it becomes available. The pizzas were brought to our tables, hot out of the oven, but I was sure to ask the name of my favorite deep dish, although I'm not sure I remember it accurately: The Western Expansion. Chicago natives (along with everybody else) will enjoy Pi's deep dish selections. There were also some excellent thin crusts pizza, one with thin slices of zucchini, tomato and feta stands out in my memory. Divine. I heard great things about the hot wings and there was a delicious baked garlic, butter and bread appetizer that I'd recommend to any garlic fans. I hope to return as a paying customer and take a gander at the full menu. In the mean time GO HERE and enjoy what is easily the best pizza I've had in St. Louis!
(4)
Morgan H.

Finally, a great pizza place where I can get thin crust and my husband can get thick crust. I had a pretty darn good cocktail that wasn't ridiculously sweet. The k2 salad was very nice. Our meal satisfied the foodie adults in our group and our less erudite preschooler who barely spoke because he was so captivated with his pizza. We had some apple pie, which was addictive but not up to par with the rest of the meal. I feel the need to update my review to say that the more times I eat at Pi. The more I love it. The food is amazing, the atmosphere is great, the philosophy is right on. I would add another star if I could.
(5)
Patrick N.

had a nice "linner" with my wife at pi the other day. we arrived around 5pm, and the restaurant was basically empty. there were a few guys at the bar and one other table seated. pi has three rooms, the bar area and two dining rooms. there are also plenty of tables outside. were were seated at a two top in the far room. the space has a nice modern feel to it with wood floors and eclectic decorations. we looked over the drink list, and made our choices. pi had a nice selection of beers with over 20 on tap. i opted for the new belgium mothership wit. for an appetizer, we ordered the roc city wings, which were a bit of a disappointment. while they were decent, they were just a lightly breaded chicken wing without sauce. we were expecting saucy spicy buffalo style wings. pi has several salads that sound good, and i think we will go that route next time. the main event for us however, was obviously the pizza. we went with the deep dish, which features a cornmeal based crust. pi offers several specialty pizzas, but we decided to make out own. in addition to their chunky tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese, we went for asiago cheese and prosciutto. my wife also had olives on her half. the pizza was great. it is done in true chicago deep dish fashion, with the sauce on top of the cheese. the cornmeal crust gave the pie a unique flavor, and our basic toppings really helped to make this a delicious pizza. with the exception of the wings, we really liked everything about pi. the space was nice, the service did its job without a hitch, and the pizza was both unique and very tasty. we have definitely found a new pizza place to add to our rotation.
(4)
James P.

I was really surprised by this place from the moment I first walked in. That might be because there was a vegan pizza joint called "Pi" something or other in Seattle where I used to live. It was a sort of dingy looking place that had that hippy warmth and charm. That is not what goes on at Pi. Pi has that aura of money that is typical of some Delmar spots. Most of the patrons were dressed in their fancy duds and using dollar bills as napkins. I just ignored them. Luckily the very wealthy tend not to be indecorously loud so it wasn't too hard. The food itself was great. I got a deep dish vegetarian number called the "Berkeley". There ratio of veggies to cheese favored the veggies which meant a flavorful and non-greasy pie. The sauce is very fresh and bright flavored rather than the more mellow and long cooked/tomato paste taste that I often associate with pizza sauces. The crust was actually the best part. It's a light cornmeal crust which is very crunchy and crumbly with a great corn flavor. I was entranced by it. Also of note, the servers wear t-shirts some of which explicitly mock provel. I may have to buy one.
(4)
John R.

LOVE Pi! So happy for their success. I went there when they opened their first restaurant in Ucity! I've watched their success, as each restaurant has opened and as they began their roadside truck delivery. Brilliant. Great food! Love the Western Pizza and their Pi2 drink is deadly! Get 2 of them! Love each location, but the original in Ucity is my favorite. The Kirkwood and CWE locations are neat looking, BUT very loud. They need to do some white noise work in them. Not a place to go for a private conversation or intimate meal. Loud talking is on the menu too!
(4)
Andrew W.

Good stuff, but quite crowded. I came alone and sat at the bar after hovering for awhile for a seat to open. I like thin crust and the friendly bartender recommended the North Beach Classico: mozzarella, sausage, mushrooms, onions, green bell peppers. Traditional and very well done, great crust, great ingredients. Good beer too. But definitely get there early or be prepared to wait.
(4)
David C.

The pizza is fantastic, and they offer a vegan cheese that tastes great. I need to avoid lactose, and I highly recommend this restaurant to any lactose-intolerant diners who want to eat first rate pizza again.
(5)
David S.

Normally, I consider pizza a safe bet when I'm in a hurry and don't want to think too much about where to eat. However, Pi's Delmar pizza was not only the best pizza I have ever eaten, it is among the best meals I've had. The staff's attention was extremely helpful especially when it came to recommending the predecessors beer for my palate.
(5)
Corey V.

I honestly don't see anything special about this place. The pizza is average considering there are so many other places in the area that are a lot better...
(2)
Eric K.

The deep dish isn't really a true deep dish but close enough outside of Chicago. The Delmar is great with BBQ chicken and cilantro. Try the tank 7 for a beer with a nice hint of fruit. Nice place and decent service. I would recommend this place to a friend.
(4)
M T.

This past November, I double-dated at Pi. We tried to arrive early so as to avoid the rush...but I guess it's busy even early in the evening. There is outside seating but it was pretty cold so no one was eating or waiting outside except for one young couple. Oddly enough, she had what appeared to be one of the shortest skirts on I've ever seen someone wear, go figure. As we entered, we were greeted with some nice music at the bar/waiting area. There are 3 main areas to this restaurant: the bar/waiting area and two seated eating areas. The first of the two is connected with the door when you first come in so it was pretty loud in there from all the diners and the folks from the bar/waiting area carrying over. I was hoping we wouldn't be seated in this section because of this and it was a bit colder with that door opening within a few feet of tables and diners. We were told it would be a half hour wait and it was about that long. We were lucky enough to nab a spot on a really comfortable leather couch but b/c it's so loud, you really have to speak into someone's ear to carry on a conversation. But that didn't matter b/c once we were seated on the couch, we had two shows. One was a cut baby playing peak-a-boo with his parents and trying to grab at their phones constantly and the other was the previously mentioned girl and her male companion (who had finally decided to come inside) making out. He was grabbing her ass (he must have been a fan of her skirt) and everyone within a 10 foot radius was kind of put-off. Even the family with the baby noticed, made a few faces, and went to the other side of the packed bar away from the couple. After our 30 minute wait, we were lead to the room furthest away and the most quiet. We were seated in the very back corner which I didn't really mind (except for how dimly lit the whole room, espically the back corner was lit). Our server was prompt with our drink orders (2 sodas and 4 beers total over dinner) and we didn't wait long for our appetizers to arrive. We ordered the garlic bread and house salad. The garlic bread ($4) was delicious and we all enjoyed it. The house salad was ok ($6) but I wouldn't order it again. Our pizza came just as we were finishing up our appetizers. We ordered two small pizzas so as to get a little variety. The Delmar was by far the better of the two. Great flavor and I normally don't like chicken on my pizza but I really enjoyed this pizza. Both pizzas were deep dish and $17/each for a small. I don't know if it's because I'm a college student, but I thought for as small as they were, $17/each was a little steep. Four of us ate for $80 with 2 appetizers, 2 sodas, 4 beers, and 2 small pizzas, which, again, I think is a little steep-but hey, I'm in college. I am looking forward to going back. I enjoyed the interesting topping combinations and next time would probably just order garlic bread and The Delmar. Maybe next time I will try the thin crust as the deep dish had just a bit too much cornmeal for my taste.
(4)
Lori C.

Great beer selection. Be sure to talk to Eddie about his favorites. He's the beer dude. Deep dish pizza is great. Interesting toppings. Tasty Crust. Thin is good too. Apple PI is amazing.
(4)
Molly B.

I'm a huge fan of really savory, garlic-y tomato sauce and the sauce that Pi uses on their deep dish is just that. They don't hesitate in loading on the sauce and toppings which results in a fantastic pizza. The cheese is stringy and the slices are big. It does take extra time for the deep dish, but it's well worth it. They wait staff is very friendly as well. Pi is definitely the best deep dish pizza in STL, but you already knew that.
(4)
Nathan S.

Pi has the best pizza I've eaten outside of Chicago, and easily the best in St. Louis. I've only had the deep dish, but it was awesome. It's very, very tasty. I also like their slightly different take on the classic Chicago deep dish. There's something special in the ingredients they use. They make the crust and the sauce taste awesome and different from any other deep dish I've had. Between the pepperoni and the more creative, funky pizza we ordered, I liked the pepperoni best. I encourage any first timers to order their old standard as well as a funky pizza, so you get a fuller experience. Me, I'm looking forward to the next time we go--bring me more pepperoni! I also got to say the "green" messages everywhere you go are annoying (I'm here for the pizza not to hug a tree), but given how delicious the pizza is, they get to be a little self righteous. We need more places like this in St. Louis.
(5)
Joe C.

Pizza is a highly subjective food. Depending on where you grew up and what your pizza was like, my idea of great pizza may vary greatly from yours. I have very sophisticated pizza tastes - having grown up in New York, but then having tasted TRUE pizza in Rome, Italy for the first time as a high school senior. Pi does an amazing job living up to whatever expectations you may have. The crust is thin yet not hard or dry. The ingredients are fresh and delicious. The sauce (and I always request extra sauce) is wonderful. For a dish so simple, and one which has been around for so long, it's amazing that there are still places like Pi which can craft it with singular skill, so that it tastes as you think it should each and every time. Make the time to visit - there are several locations around St. Louis - and although waits can be long (and they don't accept reservations), it's worth the wait and then some. And I don't say that about many places! PS: Their salads are also exceedingly good, if you want to get some legumes along with those tasty carbs!
(5)
C F.

Stellar pizza, creative salads, and a great beer & drink list, all with excellent service...what's not to love?
(5)
Catrina L.

I stopped in before my two hour drive home. I decided to sit at the bar to eat and run. I had never been here before but I always see a crowd. The menu is exciting right away you know it's going to be delicous. The gentleman behind the bar was beyond excellent. Very helpful, super nice and efficent. I had a thin crust 12in pizza I can't quite recall what pizza but it had white sauce, chicken, onion and mushrooms. It was very good. However, I was a little taken back by the price $17. Pricey I felt. I would totally go back but with those price's I wouldn't be a frequent customer.
(4)
Brandi T.

The pizza was good, though a little overpriced in my opinion. The atmosphere was nice and the location convenient. I would definitely go again.
(4)
Anthony C.

The skinny: A pizza eatery of the slippery-slope to pretensiousness, holds back at the last second, before falling into the chasm, and delivers an exceptional pie at inflated prices!!! The fat: Headed over to Pi on a Sunday after hearing rave reviews from friends. Waited a few minutes for the doors to open (the restaurant closes for a couple hours on Sundays to, as a sign indicates on the door, bolster customer service (read: cut costs) and was seated promptly at probably the worst table in the joint, a corner slot with a halfed church pew in the corner and an office chair facing said corner, a la The Blair Witch Project. No matter. Garlic bread, k2 salad and Western Additions deep dish served in a timely fashion. Food was very, very good, but the coffee was cold and the bill was a real flame-thrower. Mango ice tea great elixer. This is a very cool restaurant, which earns props for tastefully decorating their space in that modernist mood--what no ghost chairs? The servers mirror the interior with tattoos, elan and a hint of alternative adventurousness and orientations (which we like!), but the roaming hostess with the sourpuss face has got to lighten up or she'll kill the buzz. No one likes a pooper. Definitely will go back for more. This is great pizza in a town that does not know good pizza...
(4)
Chef Todd K.

I prefer a thin crust, which Pi does amazingly well with premium ingredients, fantastic sauces, and perfect textured crust. But if ever I am in the mood for or I'm with guests that prefer thick, Pi's is among the best thick crust I've ever had even eclipsing Chicago's best joints. Hands down, Pi is my fave pizza in STL!
(5)
Alexander Z.

One of my favorite pizza places in STL! Try the Southside Deepdish. LOVE IT!
(5)
Danielle F.

Love love love this place. Ok, so, here is the bottom line: regardless of what type of pizza you like, I recommend you try this place AT LEAST ONCE. The pizza has a cornbread crust which, even a southern girl like me had never tried cornbread and pizza together, and makes it a necessity to visit. My husband loves the deep dish and I love the thin. Also, their salads are unbelievably yummy! My favorite salads are the Bada Bing and the House salad. The prosciutto bites will melt in your mouth and lastly, our favorite server is Brian who is prompt, attentive and a little off beat.
(5)
Jacob W.

I ate here last week while in STL for business. Started with some pi bites, which was a unique take on fried cheese. Very tasty. I had the deep dish, and damn it was good. The corn meal in the crust is what makes this pie. This was probably the closest thing I've had next to Gino's East in Chicago, which is saying a lot. Give it a shot if your in the area.
(4)
Hans G.

Great pizza pie. Stellar crust and ingredients, not overcooked. The place is stylish but fun. The HVAC is poorly designed (causing drafts where seats next to each other vary wildly in comfort). Worse, the service is a mess. When we finally got a waitress, she was great; but there was much confusion getting one in the first place. I think they can earn that last star and a place among my favourites as they work out these kinks. The π is worth it.
(4)
Kelly R.

Sometimes I feel a little like I'm cheating when I give a restaurant 5 stars after only being there once, but Pi was worth it. The deep dish, chicago style pizza with the sauce on the top, toppings underneath was sooooo tasty! I had some sort of cheesy spinach pizza with sun dried tomatoes and it was to die for!! I'm a huge crust person, so the deep dish was perfect for me. I love that soft bread in the center and the crunchy crust on the outside. Melt in your mouth! It was a bit pricey for pizza, but it was definitely more gourmet and unique than almost any other pizza I've had in STL, so very worth it. Plus the atmosphere is really fun and trendy and the bar looked well stocked! I hope this place sticks around for the long haul.
(5)
Joselyn H.

I was a little disapointed because I was under the impression this was Chicago style pizza-it is to an extent but fell a little short. Me and my friend ordered a the small. We finished it and i could have eaten more. When I eat chicago pizza, after one piece....i feel like i will explode if I eat another (i do anyway though!) Depite this technicality, I thought the pizza's taste was overall delish! I will be back to try it again.
(4)
Christy S.

Love this pizza!The thin crust is amazing. I have never liked sausage on pizza, but theirs is just insane. It's not gloppy, gooey, greasy pizza but crisp, light and utterly incredible. The K2 salad is also delicious. Just be prepared to wait a bit for weekend dinnertime, especially if a performance is going on across the street at the Pageant. I tend to call and find out if and/or who is performing before heading to Pi. Then again, takeout is a good option, but you still have to park somewhere.
(4)
Jana A.

OMG! I can't believe why I learned about this place just now. I'm always busy looking for BBQ restaurants, now I said to myself I need to change what I eat sometimes. So this place made me worship pizza. Just thinking about their pizza here in Pi, makes me drool. Hahaha. The service was good. The pizza was served to us hot and on time! The toppings was the best. I also love their shake, best presentation ever! Everything about this place is worth to see and to try!
(5)
TJ J.

I love Pi, it's the closest thing to original deep dish Chicago style pizza I can get in STL.
(4)
Annie L.

Really good chicken wings!! Service always very friendly! Not really a fan of the pizza but they must be doing something right( I think the cornmeal throws me off)
(3)
bucca d.

Okay this place gets 4 stars for their amazing "Chicago" style deep dish pizzas located in St Louis. Great taste, authentic deep dish, wonderful crust, and about $20 for a 12" deep dish. To top it all off they have a chef's picture with the Prez Obama. The story goes that he came down to St Louis and tried their restaurant and invited their chef to the White House to cook for them. The eventually opened up a Pi restaurant in D.C. because of this. Another nice touch is they have this map of the US with the 48 contiguous state liscences carved out in the shape of the state. Too bad there wasn't one of the Hawaiian Islands.
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jeremy c.

I went to Pi with my friend Beau (a fellow Yelper) for lunch one Saturday, and we were able to get right in without a wait. As a matter of fact the joint was pretty much empty. The company wasn't the best, as Beau is a huge douche, but the food was super wicked awesome. We started with a couple of pints and a caprese salad. The salad was good, with fresh basil and pretty decent olive oil. I had a pint of the local microbrew's IPA (Scheffler, maybe??), and Beau took advantage of the $1 pint PBR special. I think he won, but it's not Pi's fault. Try as I might I can't get into IPA's as a rule. We then split a Bucktown pizza, and man oh man it was great. I've never had a pizza with a cornmeal crust, and it proved to be hearty. I'm a huge fan of Chicago-style, deep dish pizza, but have found that outside of Chi-town it's a bit disappointing. While Pi doesn't hold true to form with Chicago style 100%, it's definitely reminiscent. The sauce was outstanding and the toppings fresh. The overall ambiance of the place was pretty great, with clean, arty decor . If ever I'm at the Pagaent again (live music venue across the street), I'll definitely seek this place out. You should too. Start eating!
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Andrea m.

well after hearing all the hype for me it was a definite let down. The salad i had was ok but not as good as deweys. and i did not like the pizza especially the thick crust it was to thick for me and most f all im not big on a lot of sauce on a pizza. and then think crust was ok but nothing to rave about. so in my opinion it was just ok.
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Brett B.

One of the very few places in St. Louis to get vegan pizza w/ cheese on it. Pies are usually very good with a quality selection of toppings. The space is nice in a modern trendy way. A little pricey for pizza, but they can get away with it because they're good.
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Scar G.

good service all around. have fun with the pizza, great for kids. as well as drinks for adults. LOVE the WINGS
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Christy C.

I don't usually like deep dish pizza, but I loved the pizza here! We had to wait a while for a table, but we were able to go to the bar and grab a drink while we waited. We got the south side classico (deep dish) and the east loop (thin crust. Both were excellent! I have had deep dish from Uno and this was much better. It was still filling, but not as heavy and doughy. I will compare every deep dish pizza I have to Pi's!
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Gilberto F.

Really good food, nice price!
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Kevin C.

"the hill" is so goooood.
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Miguel G.

The salads are fantastic at Pi, although most people go for the pizza. And they pour fresh draft beer. The casual atmosphere is just right. Staff is nice and attentive. Seating outside when it's warm is hard to get. But sitting inside is always satisfying.
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Tamara D.

OK, it's hip and "cool" looking inside; and the pizza tastes good (not sublime), in other words, I'm not going back anytime soon, especially not if it's an hour wait.
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beth w.

St. Louis and Chicago meet...literally. Had my Chicago friends in and brought them to Pi. Everyone enjoyed the pizza, even the out of towners. We ordered two pizzas, thin and thick...2 salads and garlic bread. The crust is excellent...crispy cornmeal. Lots of veggie options...we had the western addition. It had our table agreeing with Obama...pizza good enough for the prez. Service was good. Drew was out waiter and was super-friendly and patient with our large group. Atmosphere is fun and upbeat. In the past the wait has been something we have run into. I recommend PI
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Nancy J.

Way overated, especially the delmar location. I had frozen piazzas that where better,and that is not a joke. I did have a good piazza at the kirkwood location 2 yrs ago. I have given this place a couple of chances and one time they messed the order twice. Not impressed .
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Barbara S.

I was very excited when I heard about PI. The first time I went I got a deep dish......sort of bland, sorry. Crust was good, the predominant flavor was tomato, I could not find much of anything else. I discovered their thin crust pizza......omg, I always order mine with olive oil instead of tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese. Fabulous!
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Nabil F.

Worth the 1 hr wait! I was in STL for a conference and my wife son and I came here because of the reviews. We were given a pager and told the wait would be about an hour so we walked up and down Delmar. The deep dish we ordered came within he 35 min quoted by the waitress. Not sure if all the pies come with so much sauce on top...the crust was also delicious. The night we were there had a lot of large parties and was very loud...we could barely hear ourselves talk. To top it off the service was prompt,courteous and efficient.
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vania j.

hmmm...I must be one of the few that didn't like the pizza here. I loved the atmosphere, the artwork, the bar selection, the wines and beers, the staff, ...and then I got the pizza and ew. Maybe it was a bad night or something. I'd be willing to give it a second chance since I do like the restaurant so much, but it ain't cheap. Again, I think pizza is all personal preference so while I can see why some people would like it....I guess it's just not my slice of pizza. On the other hand, the salads were fantabulous! Maybe it's just meant to be my newest happy hour spot,
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Chuck M.

Great pizza! Not a far walk down the Loop and worth it!
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Jami W.

A rare addition to the Loop's long walk of fame, Pi is your not so average pizzeria. This west coast inspired boutique is a much needed "green" friendly establishment, new to the St. Louis area. With it's unique corn based crust, vegan friendly toppings and urban decor, Pi is sure to be an up and coming fan favorite.
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Diana N.

Pi is so good it's stupid. $4 PBR pitchers? $1 PBRs from 11-7? PIZZA?! SAVING THE ENVIRONMENT?!?! Just shut up, I can't handle it. Pi is the kind of place that gives St. Louis transplants hope that our fair city is on the up and up. Restaurants like this are a dime-a-dozen in Chicago, but in St. Louis it's refreshing and awesome. There is something to be said for entrepreneurs who see past our decidedly hoosier-ific rep and funnel their genius and scratch into proving that St. Louis can be progressive. And if not progressive, then something more than a provel-drenched saltine cracker slathered in tomato paste. And deep-dish dissers: don't knock it til you've tried it, because Pi's brand of deep-dish isn't like the greasy gut-bombs you get in the Windy City. The crust is perfect, all the ingredients co-mingle in your maw and the flavors are so fresh and clean, you'll forget you're eating pizza. Which could be dangerous, except it's physically impossible to eat more than 2 slices. Only complaint: the pizza is never scalding hot. I prefer my food to be served so hot that if a server spills on me, I'll be burned badly enough to warrant suing the joint and retiring at 24. Not that I go around suing people or anything, I just cannot eat lukewarm food. Ever. Faves: Bucktown, Lincoln Park, East Loop. (Maybe because I used to live in Chicago?)
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Emily T.

Pi is great! When I went, everyone loved it. I'm not much of a deep dish pizza person myself, but it was good. Service was great. We went at lunch with a large group from work and they were very accommodating on last minute notice.
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Adam J.

Pi offers a wide variety of deep-dish which is far inferior to that you'll find in Chicago. The service is quite mediocre too. I once ordered carry out and came in about 45 minutes later, and they had admitted to forgetting about my order.
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daniel n.

I was in st. louis and I wanted to try out Pi due to all the Obama hype. I ordered a deep dish and thin crust (both large) and garlic bread. I was on a mission and i wanted to get a variety, it was good, but not super good like I thought it was going to be. I'm more a costco pizza guy (i'm from california). However the service is awesome and the place gets packed. My advice, show up early.
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Team Pfeiste X.

Get thegarlic bread and thick crust.
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Kirk A.

Good stuff! It was really busy, but I didn't expect much else of a Saturday night. The wait staff repeatedly told us they would get us a high chair for our kid, but failed to do so. Other than that, the pizza was great. I liked the beer selection. The atmosphere was excellent.
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Xanthia R.

I had the house salad with no cheese and it was tasty. I also had the berkeley without cheese as well and it held up pretty good. For those not in the know, pizza either really sucks or is really good without cheese. I love deep dish but it generally needs the cheese to become great. Here, I was happy with my choices and will definitely be here more often when the Kirkwood location opens. I can't generally handle the crowded wait at the Delmar location. The cornmeal crust is interesting.
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Jeff F.

That 4 stars is a strong 4 stars! And no I was not tempted to give it 3.14 stars (picture me here mockingly pushing up my nose bridge- taped, coke-bottle glasses and muttering something about the atomic weight of Boron in my best nerd voice). With that said...I really liked Pi. It already had the name as a strike against it for me. I'm not really into gimmicks like that--especially tainting pizza (mmm) with math (hurl). So, strike one, but that's okay because they don't strike out; read on. Last night was too cold to sit outside (on the Loop) but it would have been great. Our waitress told us that on Saturday night the restaurant was empty and the patio was full. Inside was really trendy and thank Vishnu there were no overt math references. Very open dining area, tables well spaced and lighting was low. Pi prides itself on being "green" so they only serve draft beer (they were out of a few last night), lights are compact fluorescent and our take-home box was clearly recycled. For those of you who care about green stuff, it's nice to know; for those who don't, there is nothing "in-your-face" to put you off. To the food... We split the Prosciutto Pi'tites appetizer. These were the perfect appetizer! Ping pong-sized balls of Fontina cheese with prosciutto and herbs coated in light bread crumbs then toasted to melt the cheese give the coating a crunch. I was very impressed. Out pizza was crap though. Kidding. We got the "bucktown" deepdish, which has mozzarella, chicken, artichoke hearts, red bell peppers, red onions, feta cheese and sundried tomatoes. We skipped the green olives. It was 12 inches and 8 pieces. I ate 2 and Linsay ate one piece (that means they were filling, not disgusting)! And Budda bless her for letting me take home all the leftovers. I'm sure if you don't like the pick on the menu you can customize your own pie; I might do that next time. I did love ours though. Great blend of flavors; nothing overdominating but still very bold. Well, to wrap things up, like everyone likes things to be, I have to say that
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Stacey G.

Absolutely amazing pizza! My boyfriend and I created our own deep dish monstrosity of a pizza - Pepperoni, asiago cheese,artichoke hearts, garlic, meat balls, zucchini, fresh mozzarella and prosciutto! We named it the "Golden Delight". Staff was extremely friendly and polite as well! Definitely reccommend!
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Aaron S.

I absolutely love pizza and this is some of the best Chicago style pizza I've had outside of Chicago. The deep dish was amazing! The crust was buttery and the ingredients were fresh and tasty. We ordered garlic bread and were surprised when they brought us a roasted garlic bulb, butter and fresh sour dough? bread. Their beer selection was great and complimented the food very well.
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Shawn B.

We had two thin crust pizzas - they were both very good. The garlic bread is an interesting and tasty variation on the traditional. Interesting art adds to the ambiance.
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S H.

Sounds like this place is basically a transplant of Little Star in SF... sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogsâ€¦ As a transplant from Chicago to SF myself, I feel a little traitorous, but I think I like Little Star better than must of the Chicago joints (Malnati's, Gino's, Giordano's, Uno, Art of Pizza...)
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diana f.

they opened on 3/14! if you don't love that, you have no sense of humor. ok seriously, I have written venemous reviews about both imo's and black thorn. as an east coaster, I cannot say enough good things about this place! we found out about it a week ago and have already been in twice. the first time we got the garlic bread appetizer (a loaf of bread, a garlic/butter/parmesan spread, and a clove of roasted garlic!) and the second time we ordered two so we could each piggishly eat a full loaf. neither of us is a fan of deep dish, so the first time we ordered a thin crust. to our dismay, the waitress heard us wrong and brought out a deep dish. our expressions of :( turned to :D when we tried the deep dish and LOVED it. they gave us a complimentary thin crust to take home, and while it was good, we both couldn't stop talking about how delicious the deep dish was. the second time we went in, we got the same waitress and she was happy to know that she converted us. our toppings of choice were sausage and fresh basil. a little pricy, but I'd rather spend money on good pizza than get an imo's pizza for free. free refills on the drinks too, which is nice. the staff was all really nice and almost overzealous with the water refills. a hip atmosphere and nice decorations. definitely our pizza of choice!
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Tim C.

this was my first time to pi and it was everything that it had been hyped up to be. i absolutely love the crust and the flavors were so well balanced. with every bite, i could taste each individual ingredient and that really made it such a great dining experience. the wait was a bit long (1 hour) but you know what, you should expect to wait if you want good food and you come during peak business hours. no complaints from me.
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Kate P.

Pizza was good, many many options. Awesome Garlic Bread Ap. Salad was tasty and the desert (strawberries/ seasonal) is definitely worth ordering.
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scott s.

still stand by my review. stop reading this and go eat this pizza NOW!
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Matthew L.

Fan.Tas.Tic! Every time from the Berkley to the pesto chicken. Love it. Make sure you order the garlic bread and the surprisingly good dinner salad. Don't get me wrong -- I love Imo's too -- but really, give Pi a try, you won't be disappointed...promise :)
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David G.

Kind of a weird hipster atmosphere, but the food here is awesome. Try the organic mango infused tea. Best tea ever and it's not even close. The pizza is easily the best in St. Louis. This place is always packed so you will be waiting a while for a table, its a little expensive and there isn't parking but this place is definitely worth a try.
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Don K.

I like to think of this as a boutique pizzeria. Great selection of pies, good drink menu, fun atmosphere. We met a couple of friends there this past Friday and had a good experience. The menu ensures the veggie and meat lovers are equally satisfied. They have a selection of deep dish as well as thin crust to choose from. Nice selection of unique martini's and drinks as well.
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Luis P.

Pizza Pi gave us the most delicious meal I have had in a long time. For starters, I should specify that this was the restaurant on Manchester Road, in Kirkwood, and that our group comprised of 6 people, all of whom walked out thoroughly impressed. We were promptly seated in the downstairs part of the restaurant. At first, the ambiance seemed a bit forced, with writing on the walls trying to look "cool" and organic but coming across as trying too hard. They actually had a great beer selection on tap (about two dozen different beers actually). Some are good local brews from Schlafly, others are just good beers (like Bell's and New Belgium). Our meal started with the roasted garlic bread, which was a deliciously roasted fresh head of garlic that you smear out onto the bread with a little butter. I probably could've eaten a whole head of garlic by myself, but so could the other people in our party and it went fast. We also ordered the antipasti. Although I am not a fan of volpi, this was so good that I may be converted; not to mention the salty asiago and parmesan cheeses. I would' ve been happy just drinking beers and eating garlic bread and antipasti. But... of course we didn't end it there. We ordered three pies for our table. I usually despise deep dish pizza and the bloated feeling it leaves after eating it, so we ordered a thin crust and two deep dish pizzas. First, the best choice was the Berkely, which we ordered as a thin crust. It was soo good - fresh zuchini, olives on a not quite too salty but tasty parmesan and garlic base and very creamy and flavorful mozarella cheese. We also had a deep dish "kirkwood", which was a flavorful meatball pizza (that I am sure could've given anybody a heart attack, but the flavors made it worthwhile. Finally, we had a thin crust "LIncoln park", which was surprisingly similar to the Berkely except for the basil and feta cheese that gave it a very upscale twist and just made you want to eat more and more. I had an applie pie for dessert. It was a good twist on the traditional pie, because they use the cornmeal (which they use on their pizza crusts) and it cuts down on being overtly sweet while keeping a delicious balance of fresh apples and tartness. I can't wait to go back to Pizza Pi. I think this would be a good place to bring out some of my out of town foodie friends and vegetarian snobs.
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Cliff G.

This is going to kick off my attempt to review everywhere I've been on The (Delmar) Loop so far. Working here makes it a lot easier to try out some of the best the area has to offer, and let me tell you, Pi is right up there with the best. Need I mention that Pi in Saint Louis is President Obama's favorite Chicago-style pizza? There's not a lot of places in this town to get the sauce on top of the cheese, or a sauce as rich and natural as found on a delicious Pi pizza. They serve both thin and thick, but ordering thin from Pi, in a city with so many other thin crusts has just felt like a waste of time to me. I go there for the deep dish exclusively, and have not been disappointed yet. My only real gripe is that the leftovers take some practice to reheat properly if all you have on hand is a microwave. I suggest using the oven or stovetop for that one. If you're a thin crust person, there's probably no convincing you to go here as opposed to say, Fortel's, when you're in town. But if you're game for a thick slice of Pi, you will never be disappointed.
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Andy M.

I know, I know, five stars? But as far as pizza in St. Louis goes, it doesn't get any better as far as I've found. The pizza is deep and luscious, but not as rich and greasy as Chicago-style pizza commonly is. Topping pairings are creative, and the salads are tasty and fresh. Pi is well-priced ($15 for a pizza that'll feed two) and has good service. A winner!
(5)
Paul S.

Good deep dish if that is what you like...I don't think of it as pizza. They use fresh ingredients and the salad was very good. Only gave 3 stars because deep dish is not my thing
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Haley M.

This place has great deep dish pizza. I'm not from St. Louis but I visited while on vacation. I will make every effort to come back next time I'm in town. My husband and I talked about the pizza for several days after and I still find myself dreaming about it. We ordered a small deep dish "south side classico" - mozzarella, sausage, mushrooms, green bell peppers and onions. We substituted the sausage for pepperoni since I don't care for sausage. It was well worth the $17 we spent on it. I wasn't expecting the sauce to be on top, but it actually worked out perfect. It was really busy the night we went. If you are looking for a place to really talk with your friends, the inside can get kind of noisy.
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shannon e t.

wear a jacket. my first visit to pi, it was freezing, and i scarfed back the pizza in my eagerness to escape the cold. my second visit, i wore a jacket, and the experience was much more pleasant. the salads and pizza are both quite tasty, but the martinis could use some work. the decor is absolutely fabulous.
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Jennifer H.

If you want a pizza that is both gourmet and delicious but not at all snobby, come to Pi. Conveniently located in the Delmar loop just across the street from The Pageant, this is a great place that is easy to get to. The pizza is really good, also. I like the western addition which combines ricotta (yum) and feta (double yum) with spinach, mushrooms and onions. This is a nice new place that I'd like to see stick around.
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Kelly W.

I have been here twice and have ordered the Lincoln Park both times. Wow! Amazing pizza!! The service was ok and the atmosphere was pretty good. But the pizza was awesome!
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Divya B.

Best deep dish pizza in town! We got the Berkely deep dish and garlic/cheese bread! Very well done and would go back here in a heartbeat!
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Kathy T.

I've tried deep dish pizza in Chicago, as well as deep dish pizza in my home state of California. Pi's pizza encompassed the aspects that I like from each deep dish pizza I've tried in the past. The cheese to tomato ratio perfect here (sometimes deep dish pizza is comparable to drinking a can of tomato sauce), and I liked that we were able to order a half/half pizza and try 2 flavors. We had leftovers, and they were still equally as delicious when we heated them up a few hours later. I can see why this is Obama's favorite pizza!
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Jayme K.

5 stars for the pizza, but minus two stars for the service. Let me explain. We came from Chicago, home of the deepdish, for a wknd trip. We yelped and researched for some good eats, and Pi popped up quite a few times (always next to the name OBAMA). We were going to the Pageant, so we thought it'd be convenient as well. We had to wait about 50 minutes as the place was PACKED. There was a show across the street, so that added to the popularity of the place that night. We spent a good 20 minutes of the 50 deciding what we wanted. We ordered the south side classico, and it was one of the best pizzas I've had in a long time. It was refreshing to try something new even though I swear by the deluxe and the lou at malnati's, and have been a giordano's lover since I was a kid. The toppings were fresh and flavorful, there was just the perfect amount of cheese (light--that is my one complaint about Giordano's, they use too much cheese!), and the crust is amazing--the cornmeal adds even more texture to the right amount of crunch, without any greasiness. The sauce was my favorite. I love tomato sauce on pizza, and their sauce was robust, a bit tangy, fresh, and chunky. The price is very reasonable too. I liked it so much I wanted to go once more before we left. We went on Sunday for lunch. We were the first ones there around 11:30 am. We ordered the delmar, which is a tasty take on the bbq chicken pizza--the cilantro and cheddar are key ingredients. Now for the complaint process: Though we were the only ones there and the entire dining room was empty, the hostess sat us in the WORST SEAT POSSIBLE!!! She sat us right in front of the walkway at the corner of the bench, the part of the restaurant that saw the most foot traffic. It was a two seater table, and while we only had a party of two, THE ENTIRE RESTAURANT WAS EMPTY. To make matters worse, when another party of two walked in after us, she sat them at a table for four so they could have ample room to eat a large pizza. I eat dd pizza with a knife and fork, so it's nice to have elbow room. I couldn't believe how blatantly rude the hostess was to sit us all stuffed and uncomfortable and interrupted by each patron, waiter, and server to walk by. Isn't it customary to sit a bf/gf couple at a quiet table on a Sunday to share in a nice meal? I wasn't looking for ambience or anything, just a peaceful dining experience. I can't help but be really offended that the hostess tried to sit us there when the whole restaurant was empty. The waiters were both really nice though.
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Bill M.

I first visited before a show at the Pagent. The owner Chris is a really nice guy and seemed to have things running really nicely for a busy Friday night. Our group got two pizza pies and they were really great. Someone else mentioned the food QUALITY. They really have done a nice job with the dishes they serve. Cheers Chris, well done. Oh by the way, the outdoor seating is great.
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JT W.

This 4-star gives to the wings! They were delicious! The pizza is just okay to me, if you want to compare the Chicago deep dish with Pi, you will see less cheese (shallow crusts) and a corn based crust. I'd prefer the Chicago style for a deep dish pizza.
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Derek F.

Went to PI on Sunday with my wife. Got there early knowing with the recent publicity it might be crowded especially being Fathers Day and all. We were seated immediately in a small two top in the window. Took the server a little time to get to our table so we had already decided on the the pizza we wanted when she arrived. Knowing ahead of time that the pizzas take a little time we told the server what pizza we wanted and to start that and we might split a salad while we waited for the pizza but we have not decided on the salad quite yet. Meanwhile the place started to fill up and get quite noisy but I really didn't have a problem with that, busy restaurants have a lot of commotion. The server came back about 5-10 minutes later and we decided to get the BLT Salad to split, which was great and plenty of food, but when we ordered the salad the server said, "and what pizza did you want again?", I just rolled my eyes and said "the Thin Crust Hill". A few minutes later a 10 top was seated right next to our table, so close that my wife could barely pull her chair out to get out and every time a person from the big table wanted to get out they had to squeeze out by brushing my wife's chair. The big table next to us were a bunch of Washington University students and they were loud, combined with the close proximity of our tables the noise level got distracting and unbearable. I politely asked the busboy to tell our server to box our pizza to go and bring the check, I wasn't upset I just wanted to go. The pizza took around 30-40 minutes which is fine. I paid the check took the pizza home and thoroughly enjoyed it. I will definitely go back but I will probably wait until their business dies down a little bit and it's not so crazy in there. I really liked the food and they got a solid draft beer list. My favorite part of the experience was the BLT Salad, I thought it was dynamite!!!
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Steve M.

All you need to know-- Pi offers happy hour from noon to six and (get this) from ten until close. Happy hour means $1 draft PBR or $3 draft the-special-beer-of-the-day, which is always very good. Insanely good drink deals.
(4)
Steve Q.

best pizza ever. worth a trip to st. louis for a slice of this pi.
(5)
Bryan P.

absolutely the best veg pizza. anywhere.
(5)
Michael H.

I had a group of 5 at the Delmar location on 3/20. We were told there would be about an hour wait. Since this is where my son wanted to go for his 18th birthday, we waited. After an 62 minutes of waiting, we were told there would be another 30 minutes. During the last 20 minutes of our wait, there was a long table that would seat 10-12 people at it with only two people on it. I finally inquired on that table and we were seated at the end of it. Onto the meal; one person ordered the BLT salad. It came with no bacon on it. Since the waitress was not around and one of the hostesses was standing talking to what looked like an employee that had just gotten off, we waived her down. She came to the table with an attitude saying couldn't we see she was in a conversation. We asked for a manager, he came out and did not seem surprised or concerned at all, didn't even apologize for her behavior. Will not be back to your overpriced, over hyped establishment again.
(1)
Kellie M.

The pizza and the drinks here were amazing. We are from Chicago but came to St. Louis on 4th of July weekend (2015). We sat outside because we had our dogs with us and the staff was very cool with it. They went out of their way to find us a good seat. We ordered the Central West End (no onions though) and we had it with the deep dish crust (because we're from Chicago, duh). Pizza was a-maz-ing!! We loved it and we were so happy we had some to take back to the hotel! For drinks we had a few Broken Saints. This drink was so good, we tried to re-create it at home and so far, no luck. I wish we could remember our waiter's name but he was awesome too. He walked us through the menu, gave us some tips and recommendations, etc... We are definitely coming back here when we return to St. Louis!
(5)
Chelsea B.

Tasty pizza! A bit pricey, though. The Southside Clasico is my favorite, and I love how they provide a whole clove of roasted garlic with the garlic bread. I always try to save some to put on my pizza. I have been here multiple times with a variety of sevice. I have walked out of this location before because no one ever came to wait my table. Usually, the service is okay.
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D W.

Hopefully, simply a Bad Monday and a not so savvy manager on duty today. Overwhelmed with the lack of concise information when calling in prior to seeking this place out. I LOVE Tomatoes. This pizza design might be delicious for some. Not for me. I didn't like it.
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Marci E.

I rarely eat pizza, but when I do, it's usually a crave for Pi cornmeal crust - sort of like dinner and dessert all rolled into one. Pi lives up to the hype with the great choices, friendly staff and fun atmosphere. Drinks are a little pricey for what you get. Good place to take people visiting StL.
(5)
Alex B.

I was skeptical about getting the Delmar, a BBQ pizza, but it was REALLY good--despite looking kind of like a flattened taco (yellow cheese, and bell peppers, and cilantro). I got this in thin crust, which was sort of flat bready, not quite NY-style thin crust (I'm morally opposed to deep dish). Sitting outside was very pleasant. I say that in all of my reviews now, because it's June and I love the outdoors. I think this place is overpriced for the portions. The only thing I would not recommend is the chips and dip appetizer: it's 8$ for a bag of potato chips with a cup of mayonnaise.
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Aaron B.

Nothings all that new here, I still love Pi! There deep dish is to die for and the crust is what makes it so special. Seriously, I could eat this crust as meal. It has sooo much flavor. Only, I do have to come out and say it. I don't think Pi makes very good drinks...at all. The last couple times I've tried something new. The Sangria and their most popular drink which name I can't remember. It's lemony and has a lot of basil. Vague, I know, but you'll notice it since it's one of a very short list. The sangria is "meh", which I mentioned earlier, but the basil drink is even worse. I guess when you pay $8-10 for a cocktail in St. Louis you expect something kind of a decent. That's the bane of living in a cheap city. Pro tip: Stick to beer w/pizza!
(5)
Ashley M.

Amazing atmosphere and food! I just adore this place. It can be pretty loud in there but it has a very warm and intimate vibe. We didn't get an appetizer this time around but I have had their hummus on s previous visit and it's delicious. We did have wine (a moscato) and that was very nice. As for pizza, we chose a customizable pizza. We went with chicken and jalapeÃ±os on a thin crust but they have a TON of different options. The pizza was amazing! Ioved how crunchy the crust was. Our waitress was kind of odd but overall I enjoyed my experience here.
(5)
Mike S.

Even as a Chicago native, the cocktails, salads, AND pizza are extraordinary!!! Ingredients are fresh. Drinks are inventive. Flavors will explode on your tastebuds. Best tomato sauce I've ever had. Service is exceptional, too.
(5)
Annie N.

This is my absolute favorite deep dish pizza joint. I've been to many in Chicago, but I feel that most of them still do not top Pi Pizzeria! I would definitely recommend this place!
(5)
Bernice D.

Thought this place was just ok. The sauce was pretty bland. There was only a thin layer of cheese on the deep dish pizza that did not balance out all the sauce. The wings were pretty good.
(3)
Matt E.

I am in love with this place and I try to visit every time I am in Saint Louis. It's just so, so good. Today's visit was not an exception. The husband and I have some time to kill and end up in Delmar, hungry. We make our way into Pi and are promptly sat by a friendly hostess, and greeted by an equally friendly server. They're both like - genuinely - friendly, too. I worked in the service industry for long enough to recognize fake friendly, and this wasn't it. They're genuinely good people. We can't decide on what to eat, so we opt to split two small pizzas. He orders the thin crust Central West End, topped with mozzarella, prosciutto, grape tomatoes, goat cheese, red onion and arugula. I ordered a deep dish Kirkwood, with the meatballs, red pepper and basil, topped with extra mozzarella. Both were totally on different ends of the pizza spectrum, and both were delicious. There are a lot of things to like about Pi. Their commitment to environmental responsibility. Their support of local businesses. The general kick-ass nature of their food. I had once heard a rumor that Pi was coming to Kansas City, I sure wish they would. They're just fantastic.
(5)
Farrahmones M.

Let them drink Sangria. If you want a delicious tasting summer beverage please order the Pi Sangria! The garlic bread is amazingly awesome!!
(5)
Jason V.

I've been to their Delmar Loop and CWE locations, so this review can swing at either one of those. No words can explain how awesome their pizza is. This is the best place in St. Louis to get deep-dish pizza. Made from the finest ingredients. Both places have a great atmosphere and service, and you will leave the place with a smiley face!
(5)
Michelle B.

ok this is the second time this month pi served us spoiled food. the pictures speak louder than any words. enjoy!
(1)
Thomas T.

This is a semi harsh review but only because I'm all for Chicago deep dish and anything else I get I compare it to Lou's pretty much. First the waiter came in and he was really helpful with the menu. It's convenient how you can mix and match pizzas and the gf and I ended up getting half bucktown half south side classico deep dish. My choice was the bucktown and that was based off of other reviews and what the waiter recommended. I personally didn't like it, but I'm not too big on vegetables. It was loaded with olives and onions, which were fresh, just not my style and I would have liked more chicken. I did like the tomato sauce though, that was fresh tasting too. I also liked the pesta part of the south side pizza. Good taste there too. But yeah, good pizza for St Louis though. It's about $20 for a 9 inch deep dish, which is about 6 small slices. I also got the bread sticks appetizer but you can skip that. It's just bread with a butter and olive oil mix. Then they give you a garlic bulb which you can use to spread on your bread if you wanted more garlic taste. whole thing was meh to me.
(3)
Prateek G.

"Vegetarians go nuts for this spot." There's no better way to summarize this place. And if you are a fan of deep dish pizzas, if have to try this place. Firstly, the pizzas have a creative names. So hats off to the team that was involved in coming up with these names. The drinks menu is also good for a place that deals with pizzas. And if you enjoy celebrating pi-day, then there's no better place on planet earth to be than pi pizzeria.
(5)
Gary K.

I ordered carry out last week. I arrived before it was ready and was told the pizza would be ready in a couple minutes. They then informed me that they burned the pizza and I would have to wait for a new one, but they weren't gonna charge me for the pizza, so that was nice. Then they informed me that the remake had also been burned and that they were gonna start a 3rd pizza. The pizza here is ok, not worth waiting around for a third try. I took my sad salad and left. I'm surprised they didn't burn the salad. Get. It. Together.
(1)
Kimmy N.

OMG!!!! the best pizza joint in STL!!! I love pi pizza! There's super delicious!!!! I remember my first time dining here, it was super packed!!! We couldn't get s seat for almost 2 hours! When we finally did, it was so worth the wait!! My favorite is the deep dish pizza! The Berkeley!! So good!! I also love the salads and wings. The hummus is great too! Anything here, you will not be disappointed!
(5)
Allison B.

Awesome atmosphere! The beer selection was phenomenal. We tried Shlofly(spelling?) summer lager. Amazing. This was my first time in St. Louis and Pi definitely left a lasting impression. As for food, we started with the blazed wings. No sauce, just dry rubbed, baked wings. So tender and flavor loaded.Their house made ranch and bleu cheese were some of the best I have ever had. We got a deep dish pizza, half delmar and half something vegetarian. WOW. The sauce comes on the top, which we thoroughly enjoyed. Our server was also top notch! (AJ I think it was?) Will definitely be making a trip back here! :) Thanks, Pi!
(5)
Nate G.

We were staying in the Loop and friends suggested that we hit up this place for lunch. The service was excellent and our first round of drinks. I had the Broken Saint and a friend had the Pi squared and both were excellent. Their selection of beers was extensive and represented the best local and national brands. We ordered breadsticks and a strawberry jalapeÃ±o bread and they both were delicious. We ordered a deep dish and several thin crust pizzas. From the crust to the ingredients, everything was of the utmost quality. Our entire party of 6 was extremely satisfied and when I go back I will definitely go there again.
(5)
Angela C.

Brought my friend Sharon to experience Pi. Her exact words were "I'm having a religious experience on Good Friday. '. Thanks Julie for putting up with two crazy women we will be back!!!
(5)
Denika T.

Visited St. Louis for an event within the Delmar Loop, Pi was the choice for lunch. The BLT Salad was great but a little too salty for me, the ingredients were fresh and the waiter spoke highly about partnering with local companies for products which was great. Delmar pizza was also great, fresh & hot. The "pickles" were also good however the cucumbers were not too fresh to be the pickles most expect.
(4)
Quincy V.

Hands down the best vegan-friendly pizza experience I've had. We stopped here for some pizza, but finished up with much more. I inquired about the pi hummus plate and the server was able to make a vegan substitute for the flatbread. They used vegan pizza dough cut into strips, which were cooked just right and paired perfectly with the hummus. Not to mention the hummus came out with a very nice presentation. Hummus can be simple and bland, but it was not like that at Pi. For a pizza, we mixed and matched our own toppings. Vegan cheese, roasted red peppers, caramelized onions, sun dried tomatoes and fresh spinach. The pizza was incredibly delicious and my non-vegan friend was thoroughly impressed. We finished with some vegan cream sandwiches that were also very good. Kudos to the staff for being very accommodating and helpful. Our server was so friendly, making the entire experience outstanding.
(5)
Steve B.

So overpriced and overrated. There is no way someone who knows what real pizza is would frequent this establishment! They have a nice beer selection I suppose, but fashionista pizza is not impressive. A small pie comes your way for the low low price of $16.95 and up, not a chance this NY'er will ever be convinced this is good pizza, I don't care what President thinks it's good.
(2)
Danielle J.

I'm not a huge pizza fan, but I love Pi! There's nothing like that cornbread crust! We usually start with the meatballs for an appetizer. On this past trip, we ordered the Kirkwood and the Delmar. I love the meatballs on the Kirkwood but the group as a whole preferred the Delmar. Eat here!
(5)
Steffanie S.

Went for the first time last night before we went to a show at the Pageant. It was some of the best pizza I have had! We got the Central West End, which had prosciutto, goat cheese, arugula, red onion, tomatoes, and mozzarella, so delicious! Their garlic bread is pretty amazing as well! Service was great, it was a Monday so it was pretty slow while we were there.
(5)
Michael S.

We were looking for a different place and we found it. The deep dish pizza was out of this world. They were able to split the ingredients on the pizza so everyone in the group was satisfied. The service was out of this world. The waitress was friendly and quick and took the time to ask about us and gave us great information on the food choices. This was a person who really cared. The prices were reasonable and the atmosphere was a great quant experience. If your in town or live there it is a must place to experience.
(4)
Emy D.

Pizza- fresh toppings, tons of options, and it's GREAT for people with allergies or are vegan! (GF and vegan crust)!!! Wine- only had the house red... But it was perfect! May be bias thought since my dad is from around where it was made... Menu- my bf got the cheese sticks- loved them. The salads looked awesome and same with the other aps! Again... Huge list of what to get on your pizza and had great combos already listed! Dessert- I had the GF and vegan cookies.... Uhhhh So sooo so good! Service- TOP NOTCH!!!! They know how to make you happy. I had a problem with my first pizza (took a long time and ended up making the wrong crust) they fixed the problem and turned my view of the place from hating it to loving it all in one visit. The next visit went way smoother... Waiter knew it ALL!!! Was such a good waiter and leaved my picky Italian mom leaving happy! Overall- great!!!! Couldn't quite give it 5 stars just because of the gf/ vegan crust not being that great. But still- if your gf/vegan GO TO THIS place and if your aren't- GO TOO!!!!
(4)
Steve G.

My recommendation is the thin pizza, not a fan of the deep dish at all. But the thin pizza, holy smokes, it's good! It's not the service or the venue, it was a great experience. I just don't care for it, but a lot of people do. I'd never order the deep, but would come back for thin for sure! Did I mention I liked the thin? ;)
(3)
Drew L.

A good pizza joint with good ingredients. Thin crust was crispy and fresh and my salad was just right. ** warning --this place gets really loud since there are no sound absorbing material (wood floors, metal chairs, no table clothes, plain drywall with some decor). Overall a decent pizza meal.
(3)
Kristen B.

The food was decent, our wait was long but that's because I was there for a conference. I really loved the salad, just the plain house salad kinda blew my mind. I also got a sausage pizza of some sort but really didn't enjoy it because of how it's constructed with massive pounds of sauce on top.... I prefer massive pounds of cheese.... Sooo that really wasn't my fav and ended up giving it to my friend and ordering another earth shattering salad, which was probably better for my waistline anyways. I would go here again if I were back in town and I would just try and order something less saucy
(4)
Daryl H.

I'm not sure why I haven't written a review for Pi before now because we have been there a few times. This time we took my sister-n-law and her boyfriend who had been visiting us from England. I shared a deep dish and my wife and her sister shared a thin crust. All of us really enjoyed the pizzas of our choosing. That is a great thing about Pi. You can pick whatever style you want and also pick any pizza on their menu for your half. It makes sharing so easy! We were able to enjoy our pizzas outside on the sidewalk which made it even better. The only problem was our waiter. Not that he was a bad waiter, he just seemed to be trying to hard to be some type of character. He also kept telling us how busy he was when he clearly was not. To me, Pi is St Louis' hometown pizza place. (Not an Imo's fan! Provel???)
(4)
Jeffrey C.

Leave it to us to grab deep dish pizza the night before we were aiming to hit Chicago. Luckily, the well-received Pi Pizza was worth it. The weather was absolutely gorgeous, making it easy to dine al fresco with some pie. Service was prompt and friendly, and the patio is dog-friendly, a key note I wish I had known before leaving our dog in the hotel. I particularly like the cups, decorated with the "pi" symbol and numbers. I also liked the beer inside, my first time trying the local brew Schlafly. Deep-dish was recommended by our waiter, though we saw a fair number of tables order the thin crust. The specialty pizzas can be flip-flopped, and pizzas available half-half, making it way too easy to order and overindulge. We held ourselves back, sticking with simply a small (roughly $18). I picked the Yelp favorite, the Southside Classico, a sausage and vegetable concoction. The wife went with the Bucktown, a chicken-based specialty including some of her faves like artichoke hearts, olives and sun-dried tomatoes. The pie came with a healthy scoop of very delicious pomodoro sauce. As for the indulgence, we did get the garlic bread as a starter. While a little short of life-changing, it is still some freakin' great garlic bread. The garlic comes separately, a bulb half-sliced and roasted with a little butter infusion. The premise is this: take a warm slice of bread, spread some incredibly smooth butter, and top with the roasted garlic. For the win it is.
(4)
Brad C.

Pizza is crunchy. Sauce and cheese are nice and salty. Garlic bread is okay and meatballs are very good. A little pricey for dine-in. Server was a little too much. Felt like the full court press with the check size build up for max tip.
(3)
Marisa B.

I love Pi. We make a point to visit at least one of the locations any time we are even near Saint Louis. I love the atmosphere, the menu, the service, and the fact that I can order off said menu - even WITH my dietary restrictions. They have a decent beer selection, as well as some delicious cocktail creations. And the deep dish (corn based) pizza is amazing. I unfortunately can no longer partake in that crust. But luckily they have a gluten free crust, which is thin & crispy. They offer vegan cheese, as well as gluten free/vegan dessert options. I have never had a bad experience here, and will continue to make trips eastbound to Saint Louis to support them. I would definitely suggest trying the deep dish if you can appreciate that style of pizza And also, they offer so many options as far as the mixing & matching goes. So no matter how picky someone might be at your table, everyone *should* be satisfied.
(4)
Ira S.

Pizza was delicious. Very excited that they had a vegan option for the crust (call 4 hrs in advance for vegan deep dish). So many toppings and beers. The food really was amazing. However, a small deep dish with a couple toppings is $16. Probably not a problem if you split one but she's vegan, I'm not. We also got a couple beers at around $6. All in all it was around $50 for two small pizzas and two beers. We ate outside but while we waited for a table, we were seated near the bar to wait. I don't think it's just this restaurant but the whole area, including this restaurant, smelled funky. Like a sewage issue or something similar. The area itself is very trendy and had some awesome looking restaurants near by (it's near a campus). We liked our food but probably won't return.
(3)
DeAnne P.

My favorite place to enjoy a St. Louis summer night outside with pizza and cold drink. First off, I'm totally impressed that they even have vegan cheese pizza! Seriously, Pi is blowing away the West and East Coast. It's vegan heaven! You mean I can have my melty cheese pizza and not contribute to mammal suffering - wow, what can be better than that? The salads are fresh and the hummus is served with garlic pizza crust 'breadsticks'. The chocolate chip cookie dessert is actually vegan moon pie - its was unexpected awesome. Seriously, everything here is pretty on point even the dranks. Only the thin crust is vegan, but hey, that's ok. I can't even believe this place exists.
(5)
Tarun R.

Great pizza, great for people who want gluten free because of celiac. They have great salads (Bada bing is our favorite). The pizza is 10" and on thin crust but always good. They even have desserts - the cookies for everybody is great. It's vegan and gluten free. The servers are very knowledgable. For non gluten free, the deep dish pizzas are excellent and not too much.
(5)
Hao X.

Pi for takeout is probably the best thing ever! I've had takeout from here multiple times with my boyfriend's family and I LOVE IT. The pizza is fantastic. My only complaint is that with the sauce on top, i can't always tell what pizza i'm eating. However, I really don't care since I have no allergies and all the pizza is DELICIOUS. Also, if I'm lazy (or super hungry), the fact that the pizza box comes apart into plates is pretty awesome. The last time we came here, we got a pizza with artichoke, a pizza with meatballs, and something else I can't remember. My boyfriend's 2 yr old niece ate half a slice and then asked her mom for more. She was grabbing at the pizza! :) Pi Pizza takeout can't be beat! :D
(5)
Tsa Y.

i don't know what the fuss is about but I didn't like the pizza at all. the restaurant is decorated poorly. Service is OK.
(3)
Richa T.

I don't care where you are from - Pi is the best pizza around. Brooklyn, Chicago, New York, California, or even Naples... Pi has all those places beat. Okay, maybe not Naples, but it does come a close second after them. The highlight of the pizza is their flakey, buttery cornmeal crust. It's such a different texture than most others (you really have to try it to get a good sense of it) crust. I find it a bit more chewy and prefer it to most crust I have had. I have tried a few of the different varieties, but the Berkeley and the Bucktown are my favorite. Berkeley - mushrooms, red peppers, onions, olives, and zucchini Bucktown - chicken, artichoke, red peppers, onions, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and best of all FETA :D :D The regular sizes are definitely big enough for two people with enough left to take home for a snack later. (So, I guess three people without leftovers?) The large is humongous. When you get the pizza and look at the box, it may not look so huge. But, when I've used Pi to cater for some of my students, three large Pi's were enough for about 15 people. Service is super friendly and if you want a pizza to go, they usually have them out within 20 minutes or so. The only thing I didn't like is if you have a large crowd, it can take a little while to get in and out. (But I have only noticed this if you order more than three pizzas).
(5)
Mark H.

Pi, a place where one can get hand-tossed or Chicago-esq pizza in University City's Loop district. This is a place my aunt had been wanting to try, so she dragged us down there to give it a whirl. We ordered up a KIRKWOOD and subbed out the red peppers for pepperoni (slight upcharge), a Schlafly's seasonal draft, some wine and their signature drink called "Pi Squared." The pizza came our pretty quickly for being as thick as it was. The sauce on top was nice and chunky and had a great flavor, as did the Italian meatballs, but the pizza crust just had too much corn meal for my liking. So I ate my two slices, and avoided the crust where possible. The service was fantastic. Our server was energetic and on the ball, despite having a full dinning room to tend to. I'd like to return and try their hand tossed pizza.
(3)
Issy P.

Delicious. Great staff. Love the salads and pizza. I prefer wood oven crispy crusts but when I'm In the mood for something different PI is wonderful
(5)
Sean R.

Ordered several pizzas in a large group. The atmosphere was nice. Location in the loop is always a plus. Took a little while for the order to come out. Pizza in general was alright. Some interesting selections to choose from but honestly nothing stood out that justified the price. Lots of people rave about this place but I'm sure it's just a St. Louis thing. Wouldn't be a place that I would visit repeatedly largely because of their pricing which comes off somewhat pretentious. Not the best pizza I've ever had and by far not the worst. I still wouldn't say no to going if there were a group get together happening. The atmosphere is perfect for those.
(3)
Ben B.

I live in Chicago. I will fight you until my knuckles bleed if you assert there's another city on earth with better pizza. But President Obama turned to a St. Louis pizzeria to cater to him in Washington. What?!? Blasphemy! I had to investigate. And I was skeptical. I began with the garlic bread. I loved the ability to dole out the garlic and butter as I saw fit. The only other time I've experienced that is at the Little Star pizzeria in San Francisco. It's awesome. Then I got my pie - a custom creation of sausage, pepperoni and mushroom. I loved it. In comparison with Chicago pizzerias, Pi's crust is very light. I appreciated that. The sauce was thick and zesty. Sauce is my favorite part of a pizza. If Pi fell short in any area, it was the cheese. Chicago pizzas all have far more cheese than you'll get here. But I must judge Pi on its own. Pi is awesome, and I would definitely come back. But for those of you who think Chicago's pizza sucks, let me drop some quick knowledge on you. There are two basic kinds of Chicago pizza - deep dish (the majority) and stuffed (like Giordano's). These taste *entirely* different. Gino's East is disgusting, so if you ate there like all the other tourists, I apologize. The next time you come to Chicago, eat at Lou Malnati's. It's the best pizza on earth. A perfect balance of crust, gooey cheese and thick, chunky sauce.
(4)
Nate P.

Admittedly, I am a "pizza snob"; I do love all three styles though, Chicago, New York, AND St. Louis...much to the chagrin of fans of the former two. I had very high expectations of Pi, great name, a few friends had been there with moderately good experiences, but pizza snobs...err "aficionados", they are not. So before a concert at a venue nearby we decided to finally try Pi. We had to stand and wait for a table(usually a mark that the food is good, mistake number one). Finally we were seated, next to a "gaggle" of self important twenty-somethings that were apparently having a contest to see who could be the loudest AND the most annoying. We left before a winner was declared, and we stayed for the entire meal....ahh, the real reason there were no seats, people just sit there and hang out and have "annoyance contests". Normally I would not complain about such patrons, but they were NOT the only table like that. So I do hold Pi responsible for not "encouraging" their customers to "eat it and beat it"...lol. The menu...ugh...I went to a California Pizza Kitchen(or whatever they were/are called) ONCE, and only ONCE, and it was not by choice(women can make you do the craziest of things....). Pi's menu was a very unpleasant flashback to that day of terror and pizza "abuse". I am not adamantly against trying new toppings on pizza, or even odd combinations of ingredients. But what they did was NOT offer what I consider to be "staples" of pizza toppings. Instead they had a plethora of pretentious preconcocted pizzas pacifying my poor palette...yep, thats Pi in a nutshell for ya.... Nutshell....I think that was a topping offered...SMH.... So I figure they have to have the standard pepperoni and sausage, right? The server actually had to go in the back to ask. We should of left then, we did not; mistake number two. Once I finally got approval for my "specialty" pizza it was nearly an hour of listening to the before mentioned gaggle contest next to us before my burnt, and I mean BURNT thin crust pizza arrived. I said something about the BLACK bits all over my tray and the sever said, without a flinch, "Oh that's how its supposed to be"...ugh. Since we were on a timetable for a show now, I didnt have the time or energy to argue. I then, against all common sense and fiber in my pizza loving body took, a bite of my "pizza". This wasnt pizza dough, this was filo dough...maybe two or three pieces. I like THIN pizza, and I mean THIN, but this was beyond ridiculous, however it did go a long way to explain why they didnt want my "greasy" toppings on it. So I put "disgusting piece number one" down and tried for a middle piece, thinking that it might not of suffered the same burnt wrath of its outer brethren. No dice....it was FUSED to the platter(too greasy?, or did it sit too long in the back AFTER being cut???). I have worked in award winning pizza shops, I know the do's and dont's; at least for "regular" pizza. And I know if you cut a pizza too soon, or cut it and let it sit and cool, it WILL fuse to the platter. So I basically scraped the toppings off, ate them(mediocre at best) and left what they called a crust behind, untouched except for that one lonely piece that I had managed to get off the platter, along with the fork/knife marks left behind from trying to liberate the rest of my "Pi" from its "platter prison". Not only should they not be making pizza, they should not even be allowed such a clever name as "Pi". However they do keep popping up all over the area, so who knows....I do know that between my pizza disaster, my wife's Gluten Free pizza, that SURPRISE....WASNT GLUTEN FREE(yeah we missed the show cause she got sick), that I spent nearly $75 RUINING our night and spent another night to the Emergency Room. "Pi"...infinite possibilities to ruin an evening out and almost killing my wife. Needless to say, we will NEVER go back...unless it is to celebrate a "closing".
(1)
Ryan R.

Garlic bread with cheese was excellent. Entire clove of roasted garlic in the basket with it. Amazing! Pizza was fantastic. We had "The Grove". You can tell fresh ingredients when you see, and eat them. Sangria was OK. Have had better, but the pizza is what you come for and I will be back.
(5)
B B.

Move along..nothing to see here......... Good- we have this place to ourselves. The baked garlic and fresh bread, well, I can quit anytime I want. Right? RIGHT? Great fresh salads are a staple. The cornmeal based pizza - lets face it- are addictive. The place also serves 4hands beer on tap. Hells yeah. The hot apple pie and salted caramel sauce are sublime. I need Pi-anonymous. This place rocks.
(4)
Josh K.

We sat at the bar last night. Bartender was on point. Perfect service. Garlic bread, small BLT salad, and a small deep dish to share between me and my wife. Everything was great and came out quickly even with them being really busy.
(5)
Andy C.

Great pizza options as many of the reviews have stated. I loved the salad with the shaved white chocolate....but it was taken off the menu... :-( A little pricey, but the food is definitely worth it and the quantities are decent. Service was good with the exception of the one time a person in our group had her order missed while we all got our pizzas. Don't think this happens that often.
(4)
Tiffany K.

I'm a fan, pizza was delicious and the ingredients were fresh. Had the large deep dish with sausage and spinach. The sauce was amazing not that tomato paste acidity taste from canned sauce. I like the tomatoes and the cornmeal crust! A great deep dish pizza place that I enjoyed especially considering I am from Chicago, known for our pizza. PI is definitely on my list for the next visit! Wish I had a slice right now.
(5)
Simone N.

Pi Pizza was the first pizza I ever had in St. Louis. It was the first place my bf took me when we came to visit. I can still remember how empty the loop was on a Sunday October afternoon and how freaken delicious the pizza was!! I have had both the deep dish and the thin crust pizza. I am a deep dish fan for sure. I love the crust, I love the tomato sauce, I love it all. I even love it the day after and the day after that cold or hot! The thin crust is good but not great. I feel like the crust had a funny taste, (not quite pizza-y) or maybe that is what it is supposed to taste like. I have eaten at this location the most since it is right down the street from me. The service is always great and the atmosphere is always energetic. Overall I have always been happy with both food and service at Pi and will continue to eat here!
(5)
Christian K.

Pizza for sweaters! A lot of people flock to Pi in the Loop for a night out or a quick pie and pint before a show at the Pageant. Like many establishments in the area, Pi is more about its style than its flavor. I am definitely not a fan. I've been to this location several times, and the pizza is average at best. The best part of the pie is the crust, which almost has a graham cracker flavor. However, where are the toppings? It has to be the thinnest, most unfilling Chicago style pizza that I've ever tried. Also, patrons spend a small fortune for the appetizers and pizza. The last time that I hit this location up I spent over thirty dollars on a specialty pizza and an order of wings. I would give them props for the wings, like so many others have, but they are so small. Flavorful indeed, not sizable whatsoever. To to that off, the wings are nine dollars! People had been raving about these wings, so I had to try them. When I opened the box, I sank into a deep depression. Again, I enjoyed the taste, but the enjoyment was damn near over as soon as it had begun. The one thing that I will give Pi is its location. If you're touring the Loop area, it's a great place to stop for a pint. They usually have a nice variety on tap. Despite the inflated food prices, the beer isn't too expensive, definitely cheaper than drinking at the Pageant! If you like your Chicago style pizza with black rimmed glasses and skinny jeans, Pi in the Loop might be your place. Otherwise, hit me up for some better pizza places.
(2)
Allyson G.

Pi Pizzeria focuses on fresh and locally sourced ingredients in their themed pizzas, available in deep dish or thin crust. The name Pi results in a somewhat overly hipster presence of 3.14 throughout the restaurant, but I'll forgive it for the top notch quality of the pizza. If you are looking for a vegetarian friendly restaurant in the area, this is an excellent option, but they do have neat toppings for their pizzas, too. The wait can be long on a busy weekend night, but they have a to go order pickup area, outdoor seating, and a fun bar with local brews and off beat cocktails.
(5)
Jess W.

If you need a review of the food, then you obviously haven't tried it yet because it is hands down one of the best (if not THE best) pizzerias in St. Louis (and goes toe-to-toe with the many of New York's best as well). We used Pi for our wedding rehearsal dinner, which included in attendance a cross-section of visitors from both coasts--including New York and L.A.--and our guests didn't stop raving about the pizza for days. We also highly recommend Pi as a venue for special events. The staff was at all times incredibly helpful and accommodating, including special requests on our part to bring in our own sound system. They handled a crowd of 50 effortlessly, and their servers were well adept at handling overlapping drink orders and keeping our cocktails fresh. Highly recommended across the board.
(5)
Gela H.

AMAZING AMAZING! great atmosphere and staff and even better food! I honestly can't remember the names of the pizzas we all had (big table and lots of sharing) but they all were amazing! My favorite had the pizza sauce on top of the toppings and you could tell it was freshly made sauce not out of a can.
(5)
Elina S.

On our first night in St. Louis, we were looking for a nice dinner spot in the Delmar Loop area and thanks to Yelp, we found Pi based on it's amazing reviews! Okay, we were in St. Louis and wanted to try authentic St. Louis pizza since in Chicago, we are all about the deep dish. But after reading many reviews about Imo's with them using their provel cheese, it just did not look too appetizing to us. But while in Pi, they told us that they were known for their deep dish but they still use the same dough to make the thin crust as well so we had to go for their authentic thin crust. Okay, it was the best decision we've ever made. The pizza was just phenomenal and I have to say it was the BEST thin crust we've ever had in our life and I will now look for a similar place in Chicago but it may be tough. Our server was super nice and let us choose a pizza where we can do two types in one, sweet! It comes in 12 inches and 16 inches and of course we had to go for the bigger option. We got the central west end - mozzarella, volpi prosciutto, goat cheese, grape tomatoes, red onions, arugula. It was delicious, fresh and my husbands personal first choice. The other half of the pizza we got was the maplewood - mozzarella, house-made spicy italian sausage, cherry peppers, fontina, fresh basil. And all I have to say is, can you deliver this to Chicago? It was out of this world amazing, great flavor combination of the spicy sausage to the sweet peppers, I'm still dreaming of you. We even had a pizza leftover that we ate in two days (but we preheated it in the oven) and it was still amazing. That says something about the quality and for $21 it was definitely worth it. Now they have indoor and outdoor seating but since the weather was perfect, we chose outside and it was sooo nice just people watching and eating amazing pizza. They have my favorite little lights hanging above making the atmosphere just great. Plus, the service was fantastic. It took about a half an hour to get our pizza but the wait was definitely worth it! Pi needs to expand and come to Chicago, thin edition of course since we already have too much deep dish everywhere!
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Tiffany N.

I went to St. Louis an indulged in an all pizza diet*! And I'm here to say that Pi was my favorite of the lot. Listen, er, look here... + Pi Bites, which are made of fontina, mozzarella, volpi prosciutto and rosemary, breaded and baked with a spicy tomato sauce. + Thin crust pizza that knows what it means to be thin. Y'all can keep your deep dish - I'm here for the cheese/toppings to come out on top in the ratio over bread. + Specialty cocktails that are delish. + Great beer list. + Outside seating to enjoy lovely evenings. + Great service from start to finish. + Cornmeal crust. + Bada Bing salad (field greens, toasted almonds, gorgonzola cheese, dried bing cherries, with raspberry vinaigrette) All those pluses add up to something pretty dang good. But, don't take my word for it, try it yourselves! *Well, it wasn't 100% all pizza. I did have eggs one morning for breakfast, but it was pretty dang close.
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Y.m. F.

Every time I go here I always get the same thing (if it ain't broke don't fix it, right?)..."The Hill" pizza and not once have I every been disappointed. Our waitress, Ebony I believe is her name was just as sweet as she could be and everything she recommended was on point! When I go back I only wanna go when she's there because she's THAT good and nice which can really make an dining out experience that much better when your server is awesome as she is....and the Sangria she recommended? If you're reading this and over the age of 21 when you visit Pi do not drink a martini or something else froo-froo....the the Sangria you will not be disappointed!!! While I can appreciate pizza from most places (there are a few I scoff at) Pi is for those who appreciate eclectic but extremely good pizza! I think I know what i'm having for dinner this weekend now..lol
(4)
Terry G.

This is an excellent choice if you're interested in being as socially conscious of a diner as possible. This also applies to drinking alcohol, which I don't but my boyfriend does and he started with the Pi tai, it involves fresh local organic basil (Fair trade obviously) muddled luna bars, organic fair trade lemon juice, organic kale grown in the former ACORN headquarters and a rum distilled by graduate students in Asheville that was blessed by Diane Rehm. My starter was a salad, this had Organic quinoa from Missouri, arugula grown by transgendered Myanmar refugees, gluten free dressing and was served on a yoga mat. The pizza was "the Instagram" a gluten free crust with fair trade organic local pineapple and beets, with vegan provel (made in house) and is served alongside a pair of toms shoes and a followed by a complimentary plan B pill. Please, do your part and support Pi, the night we went all the proceeds went to #Bringbackourgrills a non profit designed to reclaim the all the barbecues forced in nearly slave like conditions to cook meat products and rehabilitates them into pitbulls.
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Ashley T.

I can't get enough of this pizza! I probably have this pizza once a month- it's that good! We always do the create-your-own pizza with pepperoni, meatballs and cheddar cheese in a deep dish. This place gets a lot of hype in St. Louis, but as far as I'm concerned, it's deserved. Some of their locations also allow pick-up orders, so if you're wanting the pizza but in the comfort of your own home, you totally can!
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Michael Y.

I've been hearing about Pi and I decided to give it a try. I heard Pi is a place where one can get hand-tossed or Chicago style pizza. We got here right after 11am. We ordered a KIRKWOOD deep dish pizza and the thin crust the hill. The pizza came our pretty quickly for being as thick as it was. The sauce on top was nice and chunky and had a great flavor, as did the Italian meatballs. Compare with Chicago's deep dish pizza, I prefer Chicago's deep dish. Maybe it;s my personal preference, it tastes better. However I love Pi's thin crus pizza 'the hill'. It was good with the banana pepper. Pizzas were pretty good. probably four stars for this but a bit pricy. I was expecting to be impressed, but I wasn't. The service was fantastic. I'd like to return and try their hand tossed pizza.
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Matt T.

We typically go the the Kirkwood location, but wanted to switch things up a bit. Awesome butt-rock music (Journey, Boston, Kansas, etc) playing in the background...check. Gluten-free pizza for the wife...check. Dairy free cheese for my daughter...check Friendly staff...check. Nice selection of local micro-brews for daddy...check Pi does a great job at pizza and salad. The beer list is great. The wine selection is just okay. What more do you need?
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Tian Q.

Deep dish is an overrated concept period. It was nasty when I had it in Chicago, and it was merely tolerable at Pi. Doesn't matter where you make it, deep dish is just super-sized and super-greased pizza with stuffing that falls apart too easily. Other than that, Pi is a decent pizza place that charges too much for being nothing-too-special. I prefer California Pizza Kitchen better. My favorite part of the meal was, of course not the overpriced pizza, but the salted caramel ice cream they import from Serendipity.
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Heather L.

Passable deep dish pizza in St. Louis. We ordered two pies: the Maplewood and the Southside Classico - not bad. Heard they opened a branch in DC - smart move; but avoid Chicago at all costs (you won't find any diners desperate for deep dish there).
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Joe Z.

First off, the host staff was very friendly. Answered a few questions about the city and were very helpful as we visited from out of town. The waiter was above average. Friendly, held a conversation when we wanted to and check in often enough to keep us happy. He recommended a couple different styles of pi and the house specialty deep dish. We tried a large deep dish half Delmar half south side. Both were excellent! The Delmar barbeque sauce was very rich and original. Would get that again. The south side was good as well but it could have used a little more meat on it. It was filling for a couple guys and we left with a slice for the road. Very good experience overall. Would recommend for any group.
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Jogenova D.

Considering all things. It was good. But if you've ever had "real" pizza, ( Jersey, Philly, NYC, ) well, don't even compare. These guys have their own thing going and its not to bad either.
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Eric S.

The pizza here is just plain bad. They try too hard to get fancy with the pizza even though they haven't mastered the basics (i. e. good crust, sauce, etc.). People pretty much just eat here if they think they are "too hip" to eat at California Pizza Kitchen, but they still want some weird toppings.
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Jennifer S.

amazing vegan pizza. I had the thin crust with cheese and sausage. I have a problem with vegan pizza always trying to hard. Listen your pizza....just be pizza. This place does it right. Awesome crispy hearty crust with yummy plant based pizza must haves.
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Ron B.

Look, it's hard to find gluten-free pizza that doesn't taste like cardboard unless you make it at home. So as an out-of-towner on a pizza adventure, I tried Pi figuring that it had to be better than Dominoes and boy, was I not kidding. I made a chicken, gorgonzola and basil pizza and I can't say enough about how awesome it was. It was so good, I went back the next day with my friends and they were just flabbergasted by the regular pizza as I was with the gluten-free. Not to mention they keep Fitz's in bottles, their desserts are outstanding to boot too. Something for everyone at Pi, just want them to open a restaurant in Denver stat.
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Brian M.

First off let me just say I am a little late with my review of Pi, however I have been a regular since they first opened. Have you ever had a place in your town that you are actually proud of and love recommending to friends and family, well Pi is that place for me. Ever since they first opened I have been a huge fan of their cornmeal deep dish crust pizza, it is ever so sweet without being too much. The toppings are another thing entirely, high quality toppings on top of their thick/chunky tomato sauce. I have to admit however I am not a fan of tomatoes, yet this sauce is amazing. It all comes together perfectly for an amazing pizza that is far superior to the Chicago style deep dish pizza. Next is the thin cruise which is just as good, however it uses a slightly different sauce, but is equally as good. The atmosphere at each pie is very unique and casual while somehow maintaining an intimate experience. I love this place, amazing pizza and an atmosphere to match.
(5)
Nicole S.

My favorite pizza! So so so good! Love the sauce it is very flavorful. Sauce is on top of all the toppings and it's amazing. The cornbread crust is also very unique.
(5)
Candy K.

If this wasnt the worse pizza I ever had it was damn close. I oreded a deep dish and it seemed to be deep in sauce. Digorno would have been just as good.
(2)
Stevi G.

Mmmm Pi. Seriously one of my favorite places in STL. But you must like tomato sauce and deep dish or this is not for you. We always got half Bucktown and half Delmar. Their sangria is also amazing. They also have vegan and gluten free options. Their beer list is pretty great. Really I have never had a bad experience here food wise, sometimes it takes a while for the food to come out but really sometimes its nice to just enjoy the atmosphere. Cant wait to be back in STL to have more Pi. Or open one in Denver! ;)
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Kristen K.

I always love Pi, which is why I go so often! Not your typical pizza! Definitely an experience that you need to have at least once, but I guarantee you will go back for more! Deep dish crust all the way! The service is always great and they have a decent beer selection. The atmosphere is very indie/"cool" and there is a big patio so you can sit outside, enjoy great food and lovely weather. Ebony, at the Loop location, is a great server and super friendly, so props to her!!! =] Try their hummus platter as an appetizer, it is served with fresh peppers and olives and is a delicious starter! P.s. they support local and are eco-friendly =] parking in the Delmar loop is scarce, as usual. If you are going to the Delmar Loop, you should always expect that.
(5)
Steven B.

Yummy, Yummy I have pizza in my tummy and I like it. A delightful Monday lunch outside on the sidewalk cafe. We started our experience with a full pound of Blazed Wings served with house made blue cheese and carrots. The wings had enough spice to give them a kick, but not to much to kick you in the ass later. I normally do not dip my wings, I like the natural taste of the wing. However, the blue cheese looked so good I could not just let it sit there without tasting it. I did not waste one of the flavorful wings, instead I dipped one of the carrot sticks into the most amazing blue cheese ever. I truly like how Pi offers carrots over the typical celery that most places offer with their wings. Plus the fact, carrots are a healthier veggie then celery so I do not feel guilty when I indulge in chicken wings. We followed up those delightful Blazed Wings with a thin crust North Beach Classico. I know where South Beach is, but not sure about North Beach. However, it really doesn't matter, because the pizza was fantastic. The pizza was covered with the rich Pi tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, sausage, mushrooms, onions and green peppers. That combination of toppings is awesome enough, but we added ricotta & fresh basil. OMG, that pizza was amazing. It was so amazing I wish Pi delivered. Our server was friendly and charming, which adds to the dining experience. I've have now dined at the CWE and the Delmar locations. In the future you will see me dining at the best of the two, Delmar.
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Mary B.

The deep-dish is awesome!
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Andrea S.

I showed up for a hungover lunch on Sunday afternoon. The place wasn't super crowded. We were seated a few tables over from the nearest patron so we could hear each other talk. I enjoyed the decor, open and light, particularly loved the green behind the bar. I also like the commitment to sustainability. We ordered the lincoln park (thin crust) and it was delightful. The zucchini was a lovely touch on the pizza. It was pretty cheesy, much more focus on the cheese than the sauce. One of the better pizzas in StL. -1 star for blatantly criticizing a St.Louis tradition with "anti-provel" shirts. Do well on your own, not by knocking some friendly competition.
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Allan C.

Alright I'll say it. Pi has some solid deep dish pizza with a yummy light cornmeal crust, but I wouldn't say it's quite THAT amazing. I do appreciate that the bottom crust isn't too thick, like a lot of other Chicago Style places can do. The thing was that I wasn't a fan of their tomato sauce and that just might be what have done it for me. Though I've been willing to allow people to talk me into coming here but I'm still not seeing the need to drive across town for. I would actually compare it to Balducci's with more expensive toppings. The "urban" atmosphere doesn't make me like this place more or less but I wonder if it does up the hype more.
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Jenni H.

They had me at "no provel". Disclaimer: I don't live in STL, never have. My husband is from STL and he insists that Imo's is good pizza (it is absolutely the worst excuse for pizza I have ever tasted, this includes the shit they put out in your elementary school cafeteria). The menu was amazing, every item on the menu is clearly done with care. The House salad was awesome and the pizza was great. We had a couple of large pizzas one with chihuahua and goat cheeses, the other with bbq sauce and cilantro (among other toppings). The pizza combinations were smart, fresh and so delicious. They'll let you substitute anything, switch crusts, etc. That kind of flexibility is always appreciated. I will definitely go back, probably while my husband waits for Imo's to be delivered....
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Laci H.

Simply the best pizza i have eaten. Ordered a thin, cheese pizza for the kids, a thick crust, sausage pizza for us. The ice tea is delicious. You cant go wrong here.
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Steven K.

I've heard about this place for months. Maybe my expectations were too high. I thought it was ok. Not great...not horrible. 2 large pizzas and 4 salads, no drinks cost us $80. That's a little high for pizza...especially pizza that is just ok. Honestly, I thought Papa John's pizza is better. I love the CWE and I love the energy down there. Would I go back? Yes, if a group wants to go...but not just because I want to go.
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Tanaz S.

Nice place to drink but the food was'nt impressing much. Loved the decoration.
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Anna D.

With the way the economy is, this is NOT some pizza joint you can come to on a regular basis (unless you have lots of disposable income) or if you are drunk at 3 in the morning on the Loop. This place is mostly reserved for dates, special occassions and get together with friends. HOWEVER, their pizzas ARE delicious!! I speak for the deep dish AND the thin crust. It was so good that it took me a day later to realize that I had just spent $23 on a small pizza and soda. But you know what, I don't even care. It was worth it!! Food: I got "The Hill" for my thin crust and "The Bucktown" for the deep dish variety. Both were EXCELLENT and filled us JUST enough to not be overly stuffed but yet satisfied. The chicken, olives and sauce on the Bucktown is superb, btw! Like many other reviewers have mentioned, grease is not in sight. You can taste the freshness of each pizza. Service: Good service, friendly waitors Parking: Depends on the time of day. It's located across from the Pageant so you might be able to get lucky with some metered parking during slower parts of the day.
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Joshua B.

I have been to PI a few times now, and I must say that I have liked each time. The most recent visit was with a large group to celebrate a friend's b-day. To be fair, pizza isn't one of my favorite foods. I am trying to be vegan, and pizza makes that a bit difficult (esp. when you are with friends who would rather eat meat). However, life isn't any fun if you always follow the rules... Food: I've always enjoyed deep dish over thin crust, and their cornmeal crust is unique and tasty. There was a good selection of veggie and meat options. I must admit that I really loved their salads. Most recently I had the K squared. If it would not have been tacky (since we were being treated by my friend's mother), I would have ordered a second one and skipped the pizza all together. Still the pizza was tasty. They also have some good cocktails. I had the avocado and cucumber (she misheard the order b/c it was loud) mojitos. Both were interesting and very good though I liked the avocado more than the cucumber. Service was also good. We were in a large group and our waitress was very attentive and got our orders right. The only negative thing that happened was a simple accident with a pizza. The waiter was bringing the pizza and something happened--he might have clipped a chair. Somehow he lost control of the pizza, and it crashed to the floor face down. Luckily no one got hit or hurt (except maybe my friend's stomach lining as he was starving and had to wait for them to make another). I still think there was something in air b/c less than 3 mins later another friend was trying to serve herself a slice when it slipped off the serving wedge and flopped face down and splattering pizza sauce across the table onto two others in the party. It is times like that when you hope you are not wearing any white. Environment: the place is popular, and it shows. It is very busy; and at times, very noisy though you can still have a conversation (at an albeit slightly higher volume than normal). Still, it is a fun atmosphere, well decorated, and a nice place to grab dinner. Overall, I don't think you can go wrong here.
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Tracy C.

I recently moved to STL and everyone that knows I'm a Celiac instantly told me "PI now has gluten-free pizza!". And yes, it's true. I eagerly got a new acquaintance to meet me at the Delmar loop location to try out the place I'd been hearing so much about. Now let me say, I not only love pizza but it's one of my favorite things to make at home...gluten-free of course. So I'm a bit picky about pizza. When I first try out a pizza place I always get a basic/favorite of mine - either pepperoni or Hawaiian as a sort of litmus test. Reading over the menu from what I gather their fancy/unique combinations may be what they are more known for. However, I believe the crust is the starting point of a good pizza and if it is just "meh" you can't mask it with toppings...and I was not very impressed with the gluten-free crust. It was just OK. It held the yummy toppings but itself was a bit dry and flavorless. Talking to the waiter he confused they buy the crust from somewhere else and basically heat up the toppings before bringing it out...and it tasted that way. My pizza didn't have enough sauce to account for the somewhat dry crust. Toppings and cheese were however yummy. As a gluten-free person in the Midwest I know my options are few...and I really, really REALLY appreciate places that offer things I can eat and make a good attempt at it. That being said, I will make my pizza at home most of the time but when I'm not in the mood for the dishes I will come here. To end on a more positive note they carry gluten-free "Bard's Beer"!! Yay!! :-)
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Ce Y.

I love this place, great deep dish. So glad I live close by! It almost makes it to 5 stars but I did have better pizza in Italy, and a similar pizza in San Francisco - sorry 4.5 stars will have to do. Their cornmeal crust is materialized perfection - crispy exterior, just lightly buttery, but soft bread like center, with enough body to hold up a respectable amount of topping. Next the toppings - wait I can actually taste each ingredient - amazing, the sausage is wonderfully well seasoned, the bellpeppers/onions/mushrooms each stood out with amazing flavor. then we come to the tomato sauce - awesome, true tomato flavor with just the right amount of tang to sweet and herbs- I can see the actual tomato!
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Michael H.

Wait: I went here with my family on Father's Day, the party had 5 adults and 2 kids. We went around 5:30, and the wait was about 45 minutes to 1 hour. 3/5 Beer: Limited but diverse draft selection. New Belgium Mothership Wit and Schlafly Kolsh were my selections. 3/5 Food: Salad portions were small and pretty bland. Pizza was dense and very heavily sauced; I had a hard time tasting most of the toppings. The cornmeal crust was the best part of it. I actually declined a second piece of pizza to eat the leftover crust from another family member. 3/5 Look/Feel: Hip and trendy. VERY loud, could hardly hold a conversation. 2/5 Overall: I think there are much better pizza places around. Since it is unique, though, I think this is a place most people should go once, and see whether or not you would go back. 3/5
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Marcel B.

We went to Pi with high expectations, given all the publicity it has gotten recently, and being one of the few places in St. Louis that claim they serve Chicago style pizza. My wife and two girls went on a Sunday afternoon about 4 PM. We were seated quickly at an outdoor table. The restaurant looked clean and modern and gave a nice impression. The waitress was very friendly and prompt, and took our order quickly. She suggested a beer special, which turned out to be pretty good. She set our expectation that a deep dish pizza would be about 30 minutes. We got our drinks quickly and our appetizer soon after. The pizza itself came out much quicker than 30 minutes, so overall we were very pleased with the service. The pizza itself was good, but not great. Another review posted yesterday said that the pizza was all tomato sauce. After reading that review before posting this one, I would say that perhaps that was the problem with this pizza. It was on the saucy side. Maybe we were expecting too much, but overall we were disappointed with the pizza. Again, the pizza was good, but we were expecting amazing. I would have given 4 stars so far, but when the bill came, it was $50 for a large deep dish pizza, 3 beers, 2 kids lemonades, and 2 pieces of garlic bread. It just seemed too high a price for what we got. If it was amazing pizza, I would have rated higher, but for just good pizza I think the price was a little too high. We may try Pi again, and if we do, I'll be sure to revise my review.
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Monica B.

Absolutely loved this place. On the last day of our trip, we ordered a pizza and brought it home to the family before we had to head off to the airport to go home. Since we went early in the afternoon on a weekday, this place was not very crowded. Our order was prepared relatively fast considering it is deepdish. The cornmeal crust complemented the delicious toppings and sauce perfectly. If we lived locally, this would definately make it into our regular rotation of vices. Our only mistake was going here on the last day of the trip, since we reluctantly had to leave our leftovers with the family...this was about 2 weeks ago, and we're STILL talking about how we wish we could have taken the leftovers with us!
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Julia W.

Um, yeah. Still friggin' delicious. Justin and I stopped by Pi before the Neko Case show at The Pageant (located conveniently across the street for all you concert-goers) this week and *finally* tried the deep dish pizza. Now here's the thing--I grew up eating Chicago-style deep dish and I think I'm supposed to have some sort of loyalty to it because it's my home 'za, yo. Kinda like so many St. Louisians inexplicably love Imo's. Anyway, the point is, I've never been a huge fan of the belly bomb that is deep-dish pizza. Too doughy, too much freakin' cheese (yes, indeed--there IS such a thing!)--I've just always preferred thin crust. Well. Smack my ass and call me a convert. "It's the crust!" I kept saying. "No, it's the sauce!" Justin countered. Whatever it was, the deep-dish pizza at Pi is by far, hands down, the best thick crust I've ever eaten. And I have eaten my fair share of it, people, usually begrudgingly. No more. I'd happily hightail it back to Pi to build another custom 'za... This time we enjoyed a pizza with the prerequisite tomato sauce and mozzarella, to which we added zucchini, tomatoes, feta and garlic. Now, when we got the pizza I thought I spied a mushroom (which Lulu W. so aptly calls "slugs with gills" - yuck), but upon closer inspection it turned out to be a whole roasted clove of garlic! Ohhhh, foodgasm. So yeah, basically, this was the best pizza ever. The cornmeal crust is crisp enough to stand up to the delicious sauce and just-right amount of cheese, and you can actually eat more than one slice (this I've not done before). Yup, I'm changing my tune on the whole deep dish issue. Sorry, Chi-town. You still rule my heart, but Pi holds a special place in my belly.
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Christine O.

Stopped in here with some friends when I was visiting. The salads were fresh and flavorful. Really bright flavors. I didn't think that any place that does salad so well could make a great pizza. It just triggers a little cognitive dissonance for me. But, the Cherokee St pizza was out of this world. We got it as a deep dish with sauce on the side. The chorizo, roasted pepper and goat cheese melded so beautifully together in my mouth. I'm salivating just typing about it. This is one place I'd visit again on my next swing through town.
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Ericka H.

I can see why Obama loves the pizza at Pi. Great pizza, good service. Both the thin crust and the deep dish are wonderful. Their crust is one of the best if not the best in town; crispy with just the right amount of chewiness and good flavor, never soggy. I was a vegetarian for some time, and I usually prefer a meatless pizza. The Berkeley pizza is absolutely divine-deep dish zucchini, kalamata olives, mushrooms, peppers, garlic and mozz. I could eat myself into a coma on this one. Despite my proclivities toward veg pizza however, I have tried the meat pizzas here which are...ahem..."the bomb diggity " in the words of my husband (who's coolness is apparently stuck in the late 90s and adapted from the Arsenio Hall show). I do admit the first time I had The Hill pizza it brought tears of joy to my eyes, it was that good (ok and I was starving, but on repeat visits when I was not hypoglycemic it was just as delicious). If you are a garlic fan, get the garlic bread which is yummy. A whole bulb of roasted garlic to smooth on good bread with delicious fresh butter and a nice fruity extra virgin olive oil. Yep, if this place were closer to my side of town, I would be a house.
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Ahna P.

First off, I am IN LOVE with the "artwork" hanging above the waiting area. It was mounted on old barn wood. It was a map of the USA made with old license plates. The license plates were cut in the shape of the state, made out of the states license plates. Very cute. The pizza! Our party of 5 split 3 small: thin crust, deep dish, and gluten free. My favorite was the deep dish. What I really liked about it was that it wasn't a glob of cheese. The sauce was excellent, chunky texture. The thin was so/so, and the gluten free....well....tasted like diet pizza. Great service, quality food. Good stuff.
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sarah c.

I wish I could give out 1/2 stars. I'm as conflicted about rating Pi as I am about Pi itself. It's in between 3 and 4 stars for me which is about right. "A-Ok" versus "I'm a fan"....eh, depends on the day. I've been to Pi a few different times and have had some good experiences but it's the not-so-good ones that stick out. So, maybe you've heard, Pi got a little notoriety this year. Yes, that's awesome for St. Louis and who can't get behind a pizza joint endorsed by the President?!? Especially one whose Chicago roots give him some serious deep-dish cred. But, I think Pi needs to remember that its main mission is to be a cute little friendly neighborhood place in the U City Loop. Fame can be intoxicating, but it can also be fleeting. Just ask MC Hammer. My main problem isn't the pizza. The pizza is damn good. Love the Western Addition! Inventive toppings, fresh ingredients, deep-dish and thin-crust coexisting in harmony. Plus, the atmosphere is hip, all the license plates and states match up on the map and the place is 'green.' All good things. But, the service kinda sucked and it seemed like no one cared. We expressed our disappointment (nicely) about the wait for drinks. While sitting at the bar. Right in front of the bartender. And the fact that when we got seated our server disappeared, we got no water refills and the pizza wasn't exactly piping hot. And were met with basically a shrug of the shoulders. It all kinda had that "we are Pi. Obama loves us and all you little people can go suck it" vibe. Pi is a solid pizza place and a definite asset to the Loop. I just fear it may be getting a little too big for its britches.
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Christopher W.

Pi. Clever name. That's about all that's clever. I'm not hating on Pi. The food is good. I just don't think it's as great as every other Wash U grad student claims. What makes it so special is that they've taken pizza flavors and styles from other cities and added their own twist. It's like a pizza convergence. The interior design is nice. I can dig the retro simplicity. The servers are laid back, yet professional. That's where my admiration expires. The prices are way too high, and the food is not terribly flavorful. If I'm going for taste, I'd rather have Dewey's (of which I'm also not a great admirer). The bottom line is that this place is nice. Okay. That's it. If you want Chicago style pizza that badly, you should drive the 4.5 hours or order one shipped from Giordano's. Otherwise, the magic is over. (2.5 out of 5)
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Ken E.

Great pizza... Though I hate to admit it, I love Chicago style deep dish pizza. There are a few top pizza places around the city, but it all depends on what style of pizza you really want. If you want a taste of Chicago in St. Louis head to Pi. My Advice: If you want Chicago style go to Pi...Enough said.
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Angela L.

I moved to St. Louis about 2 months ago, and I've already been to Pi a total of 4 times. I've taken everyone who visits me here because I honestly believe this is the best pizza I've ever tasted. Each time I've come here, I always get half a pizza of Delmar and half a pizza of something else (I think I've tried the Western Addition, Bucktown and the South Side Classico), but every single time, I wish I had gotten a full pizza of Delmar. It's a deep dish pizza with bbq chicken and everything about it is PERFECT. I love the extra detail of the cornbread crust, it gives the pizza a cruchier texture. It's great to know that Obama and I have the same taste in pizza!
(5)
Montoya J.

I went here while staying across the street at the Moonrise Hotel and it was DELICIOUS! Deep dish pizza with a tasty cornmeal crust really hit the spot. Only reason I gave it 4 instead of 5 was because we ate at the bar (because the restaurant was crowded) so we had people hounding around and between us trying to order drinks. Otherwise, the pizza is yummy!
(4)
Amanda Z.

Looking for excellent thin crust pizza? Go to Pi. Looking for excellent thick crust pizza? Go to Pi. This place is the best of both worlds and therefore, will probably satisfy everyone in your group. Not only is the pizza great here, the service is incredibly good. I am always served fast, the servers in super friendly and fun, and they are attentive, but not to the point of annoying. Seriously, perfection in pizza establishments is found here. The garlic bread is some of the best I have ever had. They don't overload the garlic and use some sort of butter/olive oil blend. It's amazing and I could easily make a meal out of this alone. My favorite pizza on the menu is the Lincoln Park. It's a thin crust pizza with mozzarella, garlic olive oil, zucchini, fresh tomatoes, feta, and topped off with fresh basil. It's nothing short of amazing. This is not the cheapest pizza place in the world, but it's worth every dime. Oh and the ambiance is amazing as well. It's always packed, the energy is great, and the patio is amazing and the inside is fun and laid back while still being sort of trendy urban. It's hard to describe, so just check it out yourself...you won't be disappointed. I guarantee it.
(5)
Robert J.

Not too sure what all the hype is about. While the restaurant is comfortable, the salads good and the beers great, the pizza is nothing special. I have to admit that I am not a deep dish fan and only tried the thin crust. It was more cornmeal crust than dough and was especially greasy. Another disappointing pizza adventure in St Louis. Considering I am not an Imo's Pizza fan either, perhaps the majority of St Louisans will like Pi.
(2)
Shawn L.

I moved from St. Louis in 2008, but I still have dreams about this pizza. I was never a fan of Chicago-style crust until Pi. The crust and pizza is so delightful, it's the perfect consistency--- it holds the pie but not too doughy and the sauce seems so fresh and light. The toppings and ingredients offered are so diverse and not all meat and cheese. I recently visited a Chicago-famous pizza establishment in Chicago over Thanksgiving and was so disappointed after reflecting back on Pi in STL!
(5)
Chad E.

I don't know what I could possibly add that the other reviews haven't already covered. So, here's a list of points: * The pizza is full of flavor and the cheese isn't that horrible provel. * The atmosphere is great. * The staff is friendly and attentive. * The cost is a little high for pizza.
(5)
Jonathan K.

A well-known St. Louis restaurant with some pretty good pizza. The Caprese salad was delicious and well-portioned. I actually like their thin-crust pizza better than the deep dish, but the deep dish is still very good. It's also a relief that this St. Louis pizza institution doesn't use provel. Most of their thin-crust is delicous, my favorite is the East Loop, which has pesto and chicken. Some of the pizzas just don't taste as good as they seem on the menu, like the Lincoln Park. It's good, but it just doesn't have enough flavor, even with feta, basil, zucchini, and garlic olive oil. I've also had the apple pie for desert, which was served with ice cream and was really great. The service has been so-so most of the time, sometimes slow and hard to flag down. The atmosphere is pretty nice, and I like sitting outside when it's warm. The price is also excellent for the quality of the food. Overall probably the best restaurant on the Loop, and a solid choice when in the city.
(4)
Shal V.

One of the best pizza places I've been to - great thin crust and superb Chicago-style pizzas made with fresh ingredients and an interesting array of toppings and spices. I loved the Cherokee Street pizza with chorizo, goat cheese and spinach. I also enjoyed their Berkshire sausage pizza. It's hard to get a table on Friday and Saturday night so I'd suggest making reservations. But the food is truly worth the wait...
(5)
Stephanie S.

Pi was good. I had high expectations, and I wasn't disappointed. A few points, since there are already so many reviews of this place: - It was really crowded on a Thursday night, but we got a table pretty quickly, considering the crowds (15-20 minutes or so) - Our waiter was super friendly, but not very attentive. However, I blame this on the crowds. - My cherry pepsi was flat and tasted watered down. Small gripe, I know. I ordered the pi squared drink (vodka, lime, basil, something else), and that was very tasty. - The pizza was good. Expensive, but good. For those who have been to Giordano's in Chicago, Pi isn't nearly as good, but it's close. All in all, this is a pretty decent pizza place for St. Louis. It'll suffice until I can get back to Chicago for some AMAZING deep dish. ;)
(3)
Joel F.

Nice sit-down pizza spot in the Loop area, near Washington University. We went on a Friday night, so they were fairly busy and sat outside. Service was friendly, but not as attentive as one might hope. Pizza was very good...we had two types of pizza. Ingredients seemed fresh, and the crust was nice and chewy. It seems like a small would be enough for two....they recommended a large, but we only ate about half of it. The inside seemed very loud...we were glad to be sitting outside. Overall, a nice spot for pizza.
(4)
Andy A.

Food is good but not worth the hour wait during busy times. The beer menu was pretty uppity with over-hopped micro-brews and other beers few have heard of. Impossible to get a bud or bud light in STL -definitely surprising and problematic for the unadventurous. On the bright-side, once seated, the service was excellent.
(2)
Larissa P.

There is nothing like their crunchy cornmeal crust, omg. I hit Pi for the first time recently and while I chuckle at how insanely, richly hipsters the place is, they really, really, REALLY have their pizza down pat. At least going off the pie that I enjoyed. Cheese on the bottom, sauce on top and toppings are really down with the cheese. We did green peppers and Volpi salami. The crust is the best part of the pizza though with its crispy outer edge and incredible, soft interior. If I had suggestion I would chop or dice the salami rather than adding slices... it retains the richness of the salami flavor a little better I think. Great beer list, great service even when slammed. Five stars are definite.
(5)
Hoang N.

If you like deep dishes, this is the place to go in Saint Louis. Usually I can't say much for pizza, but their south side classico specialty pizza provides a very good combination of toppings. The flavor isn't too overbearing where you get tired of the pizza nor is it super greasy which makes it too heavy of a meal. It's good, but nothing super unique about it either. Pizza and a pint of blue moon and you are good to go. The atmosphere is just very relaxing and low key, so it is a good place to just dine and chat with friends. Though I must say, it is a bit pricey for pizza, the large 12" pizza we got was 22 dollars. Other places such as BJ's give you a lot more pizza for the buck. But I can sorta see why it would be more expensive at Pi (but not thaaaat much more!). They are have some focused efforts on environmental sustainability and responsibility, so maybe that is why their prices are above average. Actually, looking at their website, I saw that their old prices for a deep dish pizza was 9 for a small, 12 for a large... bring those prices back please! The pizza is good, but too expensive for what it is. Anyways, I will be coming back here in the future, I just don't know how often I would, taking into consideration my wallet :) I will definitely save this for a special occasion type of meal, but not one I would casually come to!
(3)
Brian J.

Pi is a fucking cash register in the otherwise poopy Delmar Loop. Their pizzas are consistently above average, mostly good, and sometimes borderline delicious. Thick or thin crust, if you like good pie in a slightly upscale, trendy, pseudo-hipster atmosphere, you should dig Pi. They use all fresh ingredients, and get most of their shit from local farmers / growers. Nice. I can get behind that. The BLT Salad - (We ate it minus the B) - is amazing. Highly recommended. It gets fairly busy Thursday - Saturday nights, and the staff seems to get overwhelmed very easily, or too clueless to care. I can only speak to the bartenders level of service - we (party of 2) never sat at a table during our many trips here. Sidenote - I wonder what's down in the basement next to the bar? Is that where all the servers / bartenders smoke weed and do blow? They keep running down there every 5 minutes (empty handed) and coming back looking wrecked (empty handed). So they're probably not really "doing" anything down there "restaurant" related... FYI - the bathroom is on the main level right next to the bar, so they aren't all running down there to take shits. Enjoy!
(4)
Claire T.

The evening started out a bit shakey... We were told it would be a 20-25 minute wait and an hour later we were seated. When I asked the hostess about the major time difference, she responded with "Well, it's not a science," and offered no apology, only an eyeroll. Needless to say, this did not sit well with me. Had we known it would be an hour wait, we wouldn't have stayed! Of course, this was mentioned to the waiter because I was still mad when we sat down... With that said, the service was second to none and our sausage and volpi salami deep dish pizza was EXCELLENT! My fiance and I really like the cornbread crust, so Pi is our favorite pizza place in St. Louis! The manager was notified about our encounter with the lippy hostess and offered us free dessert for our troubles. They bend over backwards to make their customers happy at Pi, and I really respect and appreciate it! I highly recommend Pi! Be sure to take quarters for meter parking! :)
(4)
jessica v.

Ok so St. Louis was very good to me whe it came to food. I actually found this place through yelp so thank you YELPERS! Pi is pretty much some of the best pizza my taste buds has come across. It's hard to start talking about this place beause it was all pretty amazing...from the FOOD, decoration, service and overall feel. It's located in a college area and a street where there are a lot of bars and shops a pretty good area in my view. Inside you will find many college students hanging out at the bar (fully stocked) and chatting away. If I were in college or even lived in this town I would probably spend a lot of time here. They have a great selection of drinks and very special house drinks. To start my meal I ordered a cucumber margarita...It sounded interesting and I was all for trying "interesting" drinks. The margarita was refreshing, you can defenetly taste the cucumber and it worked well with the tequila and lemon flavor. I was happy with my selection. To eat we ordered deep dish south side classico and the thin crust bucktown pizza. I usually dont like deep dish pizza because the only exposure I've had to this type of pizza was from BJ's restaurant and that pizza is just an insult to pizza. anyhow, i decided to give it a try here and I am glad I did. It was soo damn good! the crust was like a corn bread and the tomatoe sauce and toppings had a lot of flavor. My thin pizza was also great, it came with a lot of toppings(roasted chicken, artichoke hearts, red bell peppers, green olives, red onions, feta and sun-dried tomatoes). The crust was super crunchy and light. My stomach was happy after this meal. Well worth it and if I ever return to St. Louis this will be a place I will come to again!
(5)
Michael C.

This is what a good cornbread pizza should taste like. It's good. Very good. A nice thick pie with a scrumptious crust and loaded with fresh toppings that when put together tastes so delicious. This is easily the best cornbread pizza I've had anywhere. Every other reviewer has already recommended the pizza, so I'll just advise you to take their advice and try the pizza. Extra points for the clever name too. I was only in St Louis for the weekend, but I managed to come to this place twice. The second time, I had the opportunity to try their wings. And the wings were solid. It was right around this time when I had perfected my one handed wing eating technique, and since I wanted to show off, I ordered a plate of wings. I specifically asked the waitress if we could just get the wings and no drumsticks, and she delivered, no problem. My only complaint is that the portions were rather small... I was expecting either larger wings or more of them, but when splitting the plate three ways, there really wasn't much to eat. Still, they were tasty, perfectly done, not too small, and well sauced. I only wish they were cheaper. Another point that I should bring up is their beer selection. Unfortunately, it's rather small, maybe about 12 beers on draft. But their selection was absolutely spot on. They had a few brews from New Belgian and a few from Schlafly, and a few other microbrews. When I went during the winter, they had the Schlafly Winter ESB and the Coffee Lager on tap. You absolutely need to try Schlafly's Coffee Lager. We had it over at the bottleworks and had to get it over and over again. It is definitely on my list of top beers I've ever tried. And, to bring the review into focus, they serve it at Pi. So if you're even thinking about coming here, come! You won't leave disappointed.
(4)
allison s.

I really enjoyed the pizza!
(4)
Saskia S.

Delicious! I wish they took reservations, but my friend and her fiance go there nice and early so that we could snag a seat inside (it was cold out!). We ordered the bianco salad ( to share between 2) and the western addition (to share between 4). I thought the salad was tasty but nothing special, despite the white chocolate shavings. Cute idea, but not enough crunch or pizazz to make the salad seem really fabulous. The pizza, however, was pretty darn good. We ordered it deep dish to try their special cornmeal crust and were pretty impressed. The crust tastes a little bit like cornbread, a little bit like pizza dough, a tiny bit like grease (the good kind) and a lot like YUM! I don't know if it was the best pizza I've ever had, but it was very good. It would be even better if it were a tad cheaper, and didn't get so crowded! But definitely worth a visit if you're in the area!
(4)
Marjorie N.

Good pizza. But trying WAYYYY too hard to be an upscale, chic pizza restaurant. For goodness' sake, you're located across from the pageant. The prices are wayyyy too high to go here for anything other than a nice dinner night ($42 for two small pizzas and garlic bread? REALLY?!)
(3)
Jennifer M.

Service and food = amazing! This is a restaurant for all ages! The salad and pizzas are yummy
(5)
Matt R.

I love all pizza. Thick, thin, regular, gourmet, you name it. They all have their virtues. For regular thin crust pizza (not a cracker, just regular) you can find better in St. Louis than that at Pi. It's good, but Racanelli's is still king in that area. However, when it comes to deep dish I'm officially in love. In general, it's fair to say this is very good "Chicago Style" pizza. That said, for those of you who have ever had Zachary's Pizza out of Berkeley you'll immediately recognize it as a very close cousin. And since Zachary's is the best pie in the entire bay area (in my opinion, and those of most publications) that's saying a lot. The cornmeal crust, and the rustic sauce set just the right tone. Personally, I think ordering the specialty pizzas a waste of time and tastebuds (too much crap to take away from the actual pizza) so I tend to only get 1 or 2 toppings max. Therefore I can't really comment on their signature pizzas. I noticed the whole 'green' thing on the servers shirts, but to be honest never felt like I was being beat over the head with the sustainability message like some of the other reviewers. (unlike the motor home across the street emblazoned with its humorous vegetarian messages) As for the "garlic bread". I could sit down to that every day of my life. Before it was the Roadhouse, Ella Forcellis used to provide whole roasted garlic cloves in a similar way, but otherwise it's a difficult thing to find around here. Which is a shame because it's cheap, easy, and oh so delicioso. And at $4? Uno mas, por favor. The salad was also very good ($6) but was left unfinished for the fear that I would use up some of the stomach room that the garlic bread might need. A large deep dish will feed roughly 4 people (at 2 slices each) and if I recall correctly was $18. So with non-alcoholic drinks, a large pie, and an appetizer for the table you can easily feed 4 in the $30-$40 range. Which considering it's a slightly upscale joint, has tableside service, real napkins, sustainable ingredients, and oh yeah...is awesome, etc, etc. that's pretty good (not much different than a trip to Racanelli's or Dewey's). Parking was a bitch, but not unusual for the area.
(4)
Kyle S.

Although the pizza is pretty good I definitely was glad I went with the create your own instead of the speciality pizza. The eco-obsession gets old pretty fast considering the hypocrisy of some of the things the restaurant does. It felt pretty pretentious for a pizza joint. The service was pretty bad, an hour wait with a reservation and a slightly disorganized wait staff started the evening off in a not so great way. Looking at the gorgeous blonde hostess for the duration of my 2 and a half hour experience made up for it though. I have to say though, a perfect Pi experience would be take-out., all the goodness of the pizza, minus the mediocre service and green agenda. However, people watching was a plus. We saw girls that looked like barbie dolls and grandma death all in one visit. There was definitely a variety of people that kept me occupied for a good while. I'll take a pizza and the hostess to go thank you.
(3)
David M.

Driving through St. Louis and stopped at Pi. It was a very enjoyable dinner for my wife and I and our 3 boys (under 8). Great salads choices and very accommodating on the pizza selection. The toppings are delicious and fresh, not locally grown but fresh. With 3 separate seating areas one could enjoy the bar, the restaurant or a table in the 'carry-out' room, good for the kids. Crowd and staff were lively and the upbeat music was nice. Great to have vegan and gluten-free options. 5 stars!
(2)
Green D.

I went here on the recommendation of a colleague. . . and I was not disappointed. I had the thin crust with bananna peppers, sausage, and mushrooms. It was wonderful and the pricepoint was fair ($20). I also had the garlic bread. . . the concept was great: roast an entire bulb and serve it with the bread and butter--it just didn't quite work. Overall, I'll definitely return to try the deep dish. . . .
(4)
Kat V.

I ordered a South Side Classico deep dish pizza to go. Man, was it worth the wait. This is definitely a lot healthier than the deep dish pizzas I've had in Chicago. Sooo much less grease. The crust is a bit salty, & there was an overabundance of tomato sauce with chunky tomatoes. But, I expected that out of a deep dish pizza. The toppings were definitely fresh. Love love love the crust. Thank goodness someone makes a healthy version of deep dish pizza!
(5)
Kelly H.

So I heard that Obama had this pizza and loved it sooo much he flew the Chef's out to the White House to fix him some personally. So I knew this pizza had to be BOMB!!! We parked behind Cicero's because I HATE parallel parking and it was free and started our walk down four blocks. We arrived and of course there was a line out the door. They told us the wait would be 40 mins and we had no choice because we had come to the loop strictly to get some of this pizza. Finally our little buzzer thing went off and we were seated inside. We went with a pizza that had salami, pepperoni, mozerella, olives, and bell peppers. It was DELISH! Definitely worth the 40min wait. I knew Obama knew good pizza when he tasted it!
(5)
John D.

Have you tried the Schlafly Pi Common beer yet? And why not?! It will change your life!
(4)
Mikey G.

Extremely courteous wait staff, excellent attention to detail, basic elements constructed in proportional brilliance. I'm not a deep-dish fan, but now I find myself driving 30 minutes on the weekends just to grab a pI.
(5)
Justin S.

The food was pretty good. But the service was so bad that our experience was unrecoverable. Here is the bottom line. We ordered a salad and a deep dish pizza after hearing so many positive remarks about Pi. The salad was ok and the pizza was very good. When I want chicago style pizza(deep dish, sauce on top) then I will go back but not to this location again. Next time I think i'll go to the Central West End. We went on a Thursday night around 7pm. No big deal right? Wrong! The restaurant is drafty and we were seated by the bar. So, to start we were cold. Then it took 5-10 minutes to be greeted by our server. 5-10 more for him to bring us water and take our order. We never saw him again. The food came out fast enough but the servers all seemed to not know what they were doing. We were seated close to the hostess station and she and a server disputed over where to seat customers all the while the manager just stood there and didn't help them. The hostess actually seemed to have it together more than anyone. There were unbused tables and the manager stood around doing nothing, looking at people who were busy and telling them to get things going rather than getting some things done himself. Some random person brought us our check and never came back for it. Good thing we had cash. Didn't have enough for much of a tip though, not that they deserved one. May sound harsh, but that... actually... happened. I'm surprised this place has an average 4 star rating.
(2)
Rebecca T.

Really good deep dish pizza, always tastes fresh. We choose our own toppings one night, asiago, 'roni and mushrooms and it was awesome. I've eaten there several times and it's consistently good, nice beer selection on tap, and the patio is a great place to eat when the weather is nice. Park over at the metrolink lot behind the Pagent, it's free and a 2 minute walk to the restaurant via a path right next to the Pagent. ***Been back several times, and now I can add the food is very consistent, gotta like that. I haven't tried the ever expanding locations yet, only the U-City one.
(5)
Sarah F.

I agree with other reviewers. The inside of this place is like a nightclub; beautiful people but a lot of attitude and smokers. Order your pizza to go. The box will arrive and it will be so heavy it will take two people to remove it from the restaurant and carry it home. This pizza is dense! I wished we'd ordered the thin crust-- the extra three inches of cornmeal got a little much after the first piece.
(3)
Simon Y.

My bbq hunt in st louis ended short as I have now gone way far away from bbq...it's too bad too. I got the south side classico and the prosciutto bites. The prosciutto bites are rolled in cheese and bread crumbs...they are pretty rich, but balance well with the pizza sauce. Now the pizza, it's about as good as it gets for deep dish. I would definitely come back if I am in the hood. The scene is pretty young and busy. Service was pretty efficient and they had some decent wines by the glass.
(4)
Chloe D.

Amaze-ballls! please be my kitchen? also service at delmar was wonderfull
(5)
Mandie M.

All I can say is that I am so glad I finally got to enjoy some Pi. I have lived here for just over 6 months now and I have always wanted to check this place out because I hear such great reviews of it. Since I am originally from the northeast I typically only ever eat thin crust and deep dish is foreign to me; but I decided that since I was at a place known for its deep dish I had to try it. I am not exactly sure what kind of pizza we got, but I do know that it was delicious! My friend and I decided to do a create your own since we can't usually agree on anything. It took about 30 minutes for the pizza to arrive, but the wait was fine because I was enjoying a Pi Common beer. In fact, I first went to the bar to get a drink while I was waiting on the table. The bar staff were so friendly and gave me tons of information about Pi and the beer selection. When I told them it was my first time trying Pi they offered suggestions and explained the entire menu to me to make sure I knew how to order the pizza I wanted! Not that ordering difficult, but the help was appreciated. I give the staff a 5 star rating as well. Not only were the bartenders awesome, but our server was friendly and I could tell he really likes his job. At the end of the meal the manager came over to check on us which was nice. Great customer service! So glad I went. I shall be trying some more Pi another day for sure.
(5)
Nnamdi B.

If I wasn't at all privy the happenings of The Lou and someone told me that the best Chicago-style pizza one could find was located in the heart of the St. Louis, I'd probably roll my eyes and puff out something along the lines of, "You've got to be shitting me, dude." Well friends, up is apparently down, because Pi is really *that good* and I don't even need to qualify that assertion with "for St. Louis pizza". The deep dish is magical, as are the BLT salad and the garlic bread. The decor? Clean, cool, inviting, and almost ornate in its simplicity. The staff? Friendly, knowledgeable, and good-humored. The ingredients? Always fresh, always delicious, and mostly local (which I hear is good for attracting those "hipper" than I). The whole is equal to the sum of the parts, which in this case means you're in for the best damn pizza within a 100 mile radius of St. Louis. The prices are a bit higher than what you're used to for pizza, but as I've stated in other reviews, I have no qualms with paying top dollar for top food. I've been to Pi at least eight or nine times since it opened on 3/14 (see what they did there?) and it is more and more packed every time I go back. Hop on the boat sooner rather than later, so when your friends start worshiping you for the palate god/goddess you are, you can smirk and smugly declare, "See, I wasn't shitting you."
(5)
Chris R.

Fantastic food. Great service. Their idea of a Chicago style pizza is spot on. Their pizza is the best I've had in St. Louis.
(4)
carlos R.

Try the pizza. That shit is good. No joke I am from Chicago, and I loved it all my 5 slices. Forget about the pi bites, order more pizza.
(5)
Kristin S.

Ok, this pizza was good, but it in no way what-so-ever compares to authentic Chicago pizza. If I am choosing between this and traditional St. Louis style, I'm going with the flat stuff. Of course, I'd prefer the Chicago deep dish, but let's be real.... I'm not getting that unless I drive the 5 hours it's going to take to get it.
(2)
Kyle P.

Forget that they call their pizza "San Francisco Style" and forgive the sometimes lousy service. Pi is the place for deep dish pizza in St. Louis. Six years ago I lived in the delivery zone of Lou Malnati's Pizzeria in Chicago-land, and I've been a little grumpy ever since I moved away. When I tried my first piece of pizza at Pi, I smiled because I realized I don't have to move back to Chicago for good pizza. My friends and I ordered the south side classic pizza both times we dined at Pi. The crust is perfect--never soggy. And the ingredients are undoubtedly of high quality. Both times our special requests to modify the toppings were executed flawlessly. We also ordered the Roc city wings, which are almost as good as the pizza. The wings are seasoned nicely but not over-sauced. They arrive on a long plate, lined up in a row, so the presentation is definitely above-average. My service complaint with Pi is best explained by something that happened during our second visit. The wings we ordered (and had been craving) never made it to our table. When we informed our waiter, a series of humorous events unfolded whereby our table was visited several times with multiple orders of wings in an attempt to correct the error. In the end, we received a complimentary order of wings to take home with us. I'm looking forward to exploring the rest of the menu at Pi. If the service is bad, I won't care, because the food is that good. Sometimes you have to be irrational like that.
(4)
Mark T.

More please. I went to Pi while waiting for a show at the Pageant, and I'm SO GLAD I did! We had the best garlic bread ever, a fantastic hummous plate and then the best damn Deep Dish pizza in St. Louis. (I'd say best in the state, but that designation is reserved for Shakespeare's in Columbia). Our waitress was just as friendly as could be, the outdoor seating was a welcome luxury and the beer on tap was cold and delicious.
(5)
Amanda C.

I have to start out this review by saying that I'm one of the few people in the world who isn't a big on pizza. Not to say I don't enjoy a slice every once in awhile, but I'm certainly not the authority on pizza. So, you'll understand why although I went to a restaurant aptly named Pi (as in the number), which specializes in gourmet pizza and also has a few different dessert pie options as well, and had a salad. The salad was huge and fantastic. Very fresh and flavorful. A perfect lunch-sized option. A little on the pricey side for just a salad but the ambiance in the place is very swanky and cool. The other people in my group split a deep dish pizza (one of whom is a Chicago native) and they RAVED about it. By far, our favorite part of the restaurant was the order of garlic bread we split. Garlic bread at Pi is done differently than in your typical pizza joint. They serve you a piping hot, crusty loaf of bread with whipped butter and a large clove of fresh oven roasted garlic. We all were just about speechless when we saw it. Gorgeous presentation and who DOESN'T love fresh roasted garlic? About as flavorful as you can get (though I was careful about my proximity when speaking to people later on). I'd love to go there at night and have a cocktail at their gorgeous bar sometime. The service was a TAD on the slow side given we were there for lunch and were about the only people there, but everything came out so fresh, it kind of made sense. A great spot for a date or for drinks & snacks with friends or perhaps to have a slice of apple pi.
(5)
Mark O.

This is our stand-by restaurant to take visiting friends and family. It combines 1) the best pizza, 2) the most interesting salads, 3) salted caramel ice cream (yum!) and outstanding service. Icing on this cake is $1 draft Pabst.
(5)
steve l.

Pizza is great and only part of what is superb about this place. The whole crew is friendly, smart about the food and drink and actively engaged in making sure this is a good night for you and your dining buddies. Add to the great food and service the many, many things that are done to make this an eco-responsible place and it rates with the best of the best. I have taken clients, students, friends and my son to Pi - all have liked it a lot. My son was especially impressed and glad to see that the old man is getting it about carbon footprints. Thanks to you all.
(5)
S. O.

My husband and I visited Pi (aka ) while visiting with relatives. I hear it can get pretty busy during weekends but since it was Monday evening, we had no trouble finding parking out front or getting seated. The service is fast and friendly and all the staff are knowledgeable about their menu items as well as their extensive beer offerings. I wanted to try some of the microbrews that they offer but alas I wanted to save my calorie intake for the massive pizzas that we ordered. The restaurant is super flexible with your ordering--you can substitute any ingredient for any other ingredient, make pizzas half and half, and ask to make a deep dish into thin crust and vice versa. I am a vegetarian, my husband is a carnivore, and our young cousin basically doesn't like anything--all of us were satisfied and 2 large pizzas were more than enough to feed five people. Their salads also come in two sizes and their garlic bread was really interesting: a half baguette served with butter and an a roasted head of garlic. $4 was a bit steep but the garlic was roasted to be super flavorful and mushy--delicious! $18ish for a large pizza is more than you'll pay at Pizza Hut but the ingredients are so much better and the taste of any of the pizzas is also superior. The waitress told us that it would take about 45 minutes for a deep dish pizza to be ready but we got our food in less than 30. They also time the pizza cooking so that our deep dish and thin crust pizzas were finished and delivered at the same time. If I lived in the St. Louis area, I would definitely be going back.
(4)
Alex F.

Welp...my review certainly isn't going to change the stars of this place. Four is where it's at and by my opinion four is exactly where it's gonna stay. I like it. It's damn good pizza and it's certainly the first of it's kind in St. Louis. That cornmeal crust and sparse use of cheese is actually a tasty combo that leaves you both satisfied and ready to try more next time. But it's the trendy place to go. The place blew up right around a year and a half ago, especially after Obama supposedly ordered some for the White House (unconfirmed??). Opened more locations which has helped at least somewhat on the crowds but be expecting a wait and not very speedy service.
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Aaron M.

I went for lunch with an industry friend of mine and it was very good. Again, not a big fan of deep dish pizza, but the pizza was good. The crust is a little too dry for me, but again it was a good lunch. The service was very good as well.
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Address : 6144 Delmar Blvd
Saint Louis, MO, 63112
Phone (314) 727-6633
Website https://www.pi-pizza.com
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Opening Hours

Mon :11:00 am - 11

Specialities

Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Trendy
Noise Level : Average
Good For Dancing : No
Alcohol : Full Bar
Happy Hour : Yes
Best Nights : Thu, Fri, Sat
Coat Check : No
Smoking : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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Pi Pizzeria - Delmar Loop

6144 Delmar Blvd, Saint Louis, MO, 63112

Pi Pizzeria - Delmar Loop Menu

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Breakfast Pitas

Meat Pitas

Veggie Pitas

Kids Pitas

Toppings And Sauces

Featured Items

Snacks

Make it a Combo!

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