2 South Shore Bar Pizza Favorites Are Now Selling Their Yummy Frozen Pizzas
One truth remains constant for South Shore residents – bar pizza is life!!!!! And there’s a new trend sizzling in the ovens of popular pizza joints along the coastline. The South Shore is now embracing vacuum-sealed freezer pizzas, and it’s not just Cape Cod Cafe Pizza leading the charge.
Cape Cod Cafe’s Frozen Legacy
Back in 2011, Cape Cod Cafe foresaw the frozen future. They were the first South Shore local company (that I can remember seeing) that sold their vacuum-sealed pizzas in the frozen food aisles in grocery stores. For years, it seemed they would be the lone pioneers in this frosty frontier. Little did we know, the concept was about to gain some serious steam.
Weymouth’s Johnny Kono’s Now Sells Frozen Pizzas
A few months ago I visited Johnny Kono’s Bar & Grill in Weymouth. I have been a fan of their pizzas for many years so I was excited to see that they offered a frozen pizza. They brought a couple of them out from the freezer for me to see. The first thing I noticed was that their pizzas were not “laced.” Laced pizzas are a popular thing in the South Shore bar pizza scene. It’s when the chef laces the edges of the metal pizza pan with pizza sauce before putting the dough on it. As it cooks, the edges become burnt and full of flavor. To me, laced pizzas are the way to go. It elevated the taste to a whole new level.
Johnny Kono’s Bar & Grill is a South Shore Bar Pizza favorite. You can now purchase their frozen pizzas to go. Just ask the bartender!
But just a “warning” to those who buy a frozen Johnny Kono’s pizza. Their pizzas are not “laced.” Some people prefer the simplicity of a pizza. And if you are one of those people, just step inside the bar and ask for their frozen treasures to go!
Next Up Is The Next Page Cafe With Their Frozen Pizzas
Next Page Cafe is also gracing the pizza scene in Weymouth. But they’ve taken a bit of a different approach than Johnny Kono’s. At Next Page, there’s a pizza freezer that customers can open up and pick out the pizzas themselves and then bring it to the register to pay. Right now, you can choose between cheese and pepperoni. After talking with owner, Eddie Page, he says that they plan on selling pizzas topped with meatballs and others topped with chicken parmasean.
Next Page Cafe also differs from Cape Cod Cafe and Johnny Kono’s pizzas because their frozen pizzas come with “laced edges.” With these pizzas you can take the exciting taste of the burnt laced edges home with you! So if you like that style of pizza, Next Page Cafe would be the place to buy them!
Owner, Eddie Page, wanted to get into the frozen pizza game. The restaurant bakes them inside their kitchen and then vacuum-seals them for customers to buy.
The Business Behind the Bliss
Why the sudden shift to the frozen frontier, you ask? Both Johnny Kono’s Bar & Grill and Next Page Cafe are looking to pepper their revenue streams with a sprinkle of something new. By offering their loyal pizza patrons the option to enjoy their favorite slices at home, these establishments are not just serving food; they’re serving convenience and innovation.
Will These Pizzas Hit the Grocery Shelves?
The big question lingering in the air like the aroma of a freshly baked pizza – will these South Shore pizza joints venture into the grocery store aisles? It’s a cheesy mystery that only time will unfold. For now, the only way to snag these frozen delights is to head to the source, whether it’s Johnny Kono’s or Next Page Cafe for a taste of elegance. What we do know though, is pizza is not just a meal; it’s a lifestyle, and now it’s more accessible than ever.
Not A Fan Of The South Shore Bar Style Pizza? 4 Great Places To Find Sicilian Pizza In Massachusetts
Leone's - Somerville
Leone’s Pizza and Sub has been family-owned and operated since 1954. They are located right on Broadway and open seven days per week, from 8 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. Their Sicilian pizza is the standard menu option here. It is available by the slice, in a half tray or full tray. The whole tray also comes in two boxes (16 slice) and costs $40. Their Sicilian pies also come in a tomato basil option and a spinach and garlic. Leone’s sub menu contains over 30 options. This includes a fried meatball sub.
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Pino's Pizza - Brighton
Right in the heart of Cleveland Circle, Pino’s is a fan-favorite of Boston College students. Though the crust is a perfect combination of pillow and crunch, the secret here is actually in the sauce. Pino’s describes it as “delicious, garlicky tomato sauce with in-house seasoning, cooked on a pan.” $20 gets you nine Sicilian slices at Pino’s. If you want to add variety to your order, they also have alfredo pies, white pies, and buffalo chicken. Like Pinocchio’s, Pino’s stays open until the early morning hours on the weekend to help accommodate the college crowd.
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Leone's - Somerville
Leone’s Pizza and Sub has been family-owned and operated since 1954. They are located right on Broadway and open seven days per week, from 8 a.m. – 9:30 p.m. Their Sicilian pizza is the standard menu option here. It is available by the slice, in a half tray or full tray. The whole tray also comes in two boxes (16 slice) and costs $40. Their Sicilian pies also come in a tomato basil option and a spinach and garlic. Leone’s sub menu contains over 30 options. This includes a fried meatball sub.
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Pino's Pizza - Brighton
Right in the heart of Cleveland Circle, Pino’s is a fan-favorite of Boston College students. Though the crust is a perfect combination of pillow and crunch, the secret here is actually in the sauce. Pino’s describes it as “delicious, garlicky tomato sauce with in-house seasoning, cooked on a pan.” $20 gets you nine Sicilian slices at Pino’s. If you want to add variety to your order, they also have alfredo pies, white pies, and buffalo chicken. Like Pinocchio’s, Pino’s stays open until the early morning hours on the weekend to help accommodate the college crowd.
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