I was visiting Tuscaloosa recently and I asked some local residents where they recommended I get a quick bite to eat. Anthony’s Italian Kitchen came to the top of the list because of their pizza. They are located not far from the University campus on McFarland Blvd.
It is a cute family owned restaurant that you can either eat in or get food to go. I could smell the pizza as soon as I walked in. I got there in between the lunch and dinner rush, so I had no problem getting a table.
The first thing I noticed when I sat down was that they have a huge chalkboard for kids to play on. What a perfect way for instant entertainment so that moms and dads can enjoy a nice meal out. It was cute to see all the drawings.
I started off with their cheese bread. It is their homemade pizza dough covered with pizza cheese. When it came out I was shocked that it was the size of a small pizza. After laughing at myself for ordering so much food, I dove into the ooey-gooey cheese.
The saltiness of the cheese complemented the sweetness of the dough. It came with a side of their homemade sauce. I dipped a few bites; it added a meaty flavor. Since I had ordered a pizza too, I ended up getting a to-go box for the rest of the cheese bread.
They have several pizzas to choose from and four different sizes. I went for an 8” supreme pizza that came loaded with pepperoni, sausage, olives, onions, peppers, mushrooms, and a ton of cheese. Their crust is a think pan crust. It had a sweet taste just like the cheese bread. I love a doughy pizza because it soaks up the sauce, it is easier to pick up when it’s loaded with toppings, and it taste amazing cold the next day.
Anthony’s has a lot more on their menu than just pizza. The next time I am in town I would definitely want to go back to try their pastas or their Italian seafood stew. I also would go back because a portion of every purchase goes to a wonderful cause. The owners named the restaurant after their son who does missionary work in Uganda. So every meal that is enjoyed can actually help others around the world.
Head on over to Anthony’s Italian Kitchen for great food and wonderful service. Learn more about Anthony’s mission work and see the complete menu at http://www.anthonysitaliankitchentuscaloosa.com/
Enjoy!
T
