Who They Are
Tomaso Grilled Pizza & Panini is a locally owned gourmet pizzeria located at 450 Kanata Ave, Kanata, Ontario (Ottawa area) . It specializes in grilled–then–baked pizzas and Italian-style panini, offering a unique twist on classic Italian fast-casual fare.
What Makes Them Stand Out
- Signature Crust: Tomaso grills the crust before baking, imparting a smoky, crisp texture using specialty flour, fresh herbs, and extra-virgin olive oil .
- Menu Highlights:
- Grilled, Thin-Crust Pizzas: Creative options like “Pig’s Heaven,” “Go for It,” “Goat in a Garden,” and “The Lean Piglet” (Uber Eats).
- Detroit-Style Deep-Dish: Includes varieties such as Classic, Bianca, “Frank’s Best Friend,” and “Pig’s on the Ranch” (Uber Eats).
- Panini: Made on focaccia baked in a Woodstone oven, featuring sandwiches like “Join the Club,” “Off the Barbie,” and “After Work” .
- Pasta and Desserts: Options like penne or spaghettini with sauces such as arrabiata or pesto, plus sweet treats including profiteroles, tiramisu cups, crème brûlée & berries, and “Three Chocolates” .
Service & Ambiance
- Service Options: Offers dine-in (limited seating), takeout, catering, and delivery (though delivery availability may vary) (Uber Eats).
- Reputation: Highly rated—4.5 on TripAdvisor and around 4.8 on Uber Eats—with praise for its flavorful pizzas and friendly service (Tripadvisor, Uber Eats).
- Atmosphere: Cozy setup; some customers appreciate the quick takeout service due to limited dining space (Tripadvisor, Yelp).