Tommy's Pizza

Last night, I had the pleasure of dining at Tommy's Pizza, and it was an experience I won't soon forget. As a pizza aficionado, I'm always on the hunt for that perfect slice, and Tommy's did not disappoint. From the moment I walked in, the aroma of baking dough and simmering tomato sauce filled the air, setting the stage for an authentic pizza experience. The ambiance of the restaurant was cozy and inviting, with a charming Italian decor that made me feel like I was dining in a little pizzeria in Naples. The menu at Tommy's is a delightful mix of classic and innovative pizzas, each one sounding more tempting than the last. I settled on their signature Margherita and a specialty meat lover’s pizza. The crust on both pizzas was exceptional – perfectly thin, crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside. The toppings were fresh, flavorful, and generously applied, with the tomato sauce striking a perfect balance between sweet and tangy. What really elevated the experience was the staff's warmth and attentiveness. They were knowledgeable about the menu and happy to make recommendations. The service was prompt without feeling rushed, adding to the relaxed dining experience.

There's only ever going to be ONE Tommy's Pizza and when it's gone, there will never be another. I'm still sad the Tommy's I grew up with on the far east side no longer exists. The Pandemic and its sad aftermath had me terrified we would lose Tommy's Upper Arlington. I hope this store can get back up to speed with a full staff so people don't think they're closed and so they can keep up once people know they aren't. I'm still not 100% certain that what happened to eastside Tommy's won't happen to Upper Arlington Tommy's. The tastes are the same (the taste of MY childhood) at these two locations. If this one goes, it would be so terribly tragic. I'm starting to feel like the old man in a Barry Levinson film (Avalon, 1990): The old man returns to the old neighborhood and everything's changed. He begins recounting all the places he loved that are gone now until, at last, he sees that one of those beloved places is still standing. "Thank God," he says... "I was beginning to believe I didn't exist." Please people, keep this place existing. In the meantime, and until this store is once again fully staffed, this is Tommy's Upper Arlington's post-pandemic schedule: Mon: 11am - 4pm* Tue: 11am - 10pm Wed: 11am - 4pm* Thu: 11am - 10pm Fri: 11am - 10pm Sat: 4pm - 10pm Sun: 4pm - 10pm * Subs must be ordered BEFORE 3:15pm on Mon & Wed.

Tommy’s was a household staple growing up and now there’s not a location close by, so when we were near campus, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to get some. Never dined in before (we always got carryout before), but decided to switch it up. The pizza is still good, hot and cheesy, and the appetizer sampler was good too.