Motorino Brooklyn

Motorino is one of the only spots in proximity that offers Mozzarella di Bufala, and after so many weeks of vegan cheeses, it was that type of lactose friendly pizza friday that we were after. We ordered an on-menu pie that featured di Bufala, had them hold back on the other cheeses, and added the meatball appetizer and artichokes to round out the meal. Still on the summer spritz menu, we drank Elderflower cocktails before the food arrived. Meatballs with bread were fantastic, lots of sauce to be mopped up. So were the oven roasted artichokes: lemon and evoo drenched and cooked long enough that it was easy to scrape the artichoke from the leaves. Ultimately it was the pizza that gave any sense of a letdown at this meal. A bit too wet, a bit too floppy, something has to change in the ratio of dough and sauce to get this pie to the next level. Fork and knife required, lots of moisture - not grease - left on the plate after it was all gone. Perhaps just back in the oven a bit longer next time? I think we'll ask for well done when we return.

Motorino didn't get the hype of other pizzerias in the 'hood, but use every bit as good, and maybe better than any of them. Terrific pizzas, with more options than most of the area places that only offer the usual combinations. Terrific place with lots of atmosphere. Terrific staff with lots of (but not too much) personality.

Had a whirlwind songwriting trip to Brooklyn & NYC yesterday. I sought out pizza/Italian last night in Brooklyn & found just what I was looking for with Motorino Brooklyn. So damn good. After the meatball appetizer & fresh baked bread, I had to take most of the Don Dom pizza to go. Well down guys/gals. 👏

The food was good; I enjoyed that they had vegan options. Good music choice, but the wait was long and it seems that the place is understaffed. There was only one host/waiter/bartender that seemed burned out and was not attentive. Also, there is a rat problem in the outdoor area. Had to move inside to avoid them.