Pizza Pino in Ajax has delicious deep dish pizza. We discovered this local institution from neighbours who were in the know.
I think it’s the rich, distinctive sauce which makes it great, but others believe it’s the thick crust and the generous cheese and toppings. You’ll notice when you pick it up that it’s one heavy pizza.
Whereas we might order a large pizza elsewhere, we order a small (or Medium if we want extra) Pino’s Special (a mix of meat and veggies) for two of us and ask for it to be well-cooked.
We tried their salads, but they range from $7-$8 each, and we didn’t think it was worth it. Frankly, I’d rather get a bigger pizza and pick up a salad at the grocery store.
We’ve also tried the Calzone, which is really a folded-over pizza, completely stuffed inside. It’s great too, but we like the pizza best.
Also on the menu are sandwiches, wings and pasta, but we haven’t tried these.
I met Gord here my last visit. He lives in Fenelon Falls, 1-1/2 hours away, and drives here regularly to get his fix. He was walking out with 2 pizzas this time. It’s his favourite.
I must admit that if I moved away I’d certainly miss Pizza Pino in Ajax, and would probably have to drive out of my way to get the occasional pie (or two) to take home.
Pino’s gets involved in the community by sponsoring teams, and they have a wall of team photos to show it off.
They also support local businesses by bringing in beer from places like Falcon Brewing, just down the street.
While the restaurant itself is not well-designed, modern or stylish, it’s comfortable enough for a baseball team or a large family to share a meal. I really wish they’d update the carpet.
We tend to take-out our pizza and eat it at home. If it were more inviting inside we might stay for a local craft beer to enjoy with our pizza.
Pizza Pino in Ajax takes phone orders and has a parking lot out front for the convenience of customers.
Here are some other places to try in Ajax. And here are some other places in Pickering.
Enjoyed for many years.
Pizza Pino
855 Westney Road S., Ajax, ON L1S 3M4
+1 (905) 683-4946
