Cali's Don Tomaso Peatza - Dunmore

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Some of the Best Old Forge Pizza is Outside of the Pizza Capital of the World
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The Old Forge style pizza at Cali's Don Tomaso Peatza in Dunmore, PA. |
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New York style pizza with pepperoni at Cali's Don Tomaso Peatza in Dunmore |
Ron and I tried both a round and a square pizza and Jay explained that the square is his most popular but he gets a lot of positive feedback about the round as well. We tested the Old Forge square first and marveled at the melty, creamy, ooey, gooey, american cheese on top in all of its (unburned) glory! We also experienced an intoxicating aroma radiating from the crust that could not go unnoticed. Upon the first bite, I couldn't immediately identify a favorite component because the flavors were so perfectly balanced and the textures were also neatly varied to create a really well executed tray. After further reflection, I decided that the crust was too much of a masterpiece to not crown it the best part of this pizza. It was golden brown, flaky and crispy on the edge and bottom and soft and chewy in the middle. It had a ton of flavor and texture. It was very light and airy, but also maintained its shape and structural integrity despite having generous amounts of sauce and cheese on top. The sauce was slightly chunky, very flavorful with a hint of sweetness, a dose of savoriness, and a mini punch of oregano. As some of you know, American Cheese isn't my favorite to put on pizza, but this really worked nicely, particularly the way it was applied and baked. This was a really nicely executed pizza and rivals any and all of the best Old Forge in the area, including in the Pizza Capital of the World.

With both pizzas, there is plenty of flavor for a reheat, to eat cold or at room temperature. I will say, I ate a slice of the Old Forge straight out of the fridge 2 days later and it was ridiculously good - without thinking, probably in the top 5 cold pizzas I've ever eaten. This stuff should be sold at grocery stores and gas stations. PERIOD. Overall, I think both Ron and I enjoyed both pizzas, but we had to give the nod to the Old Forge tray as it was just so very well composed and the flavors and textures just worked together in harmony. I can see why it's Cali's Don Tomaso Peatza's hottest seller. Make sure you get yourself to Dunmore and give them a try! Have you eaten a Cali DT Peatza? You have to tell me about your experience in the comments! Please share!
The Ratings
Restaurant: Cali's Don Tomaso Peatza
Location: Dunmore, PA
Date: October 2019
Eat In/Take Out: Eat In
Pizza Ordered: Old Forge Pizza
Price: $13.20
Crust: 8.8
Sauce: 8.2
Cheese: 7.6
Overall Taste: 9.1
Crispy/Cooked Properly: 9.2
Overall Value: 8.4
Pizza Ordered: Round Pizza With Pepperoni
Price: $12.30
Crust: 7.8
Sauce: 7.4
Cheese: 8.1
Overall Taste: 7.9
Crispy/Cooked Properly: 8.4
Overall Value: 8.4
OVERALL RATING: 7.4
Similar to: Pat's Pizza, Budd's Pizza, Brick Oven Pizza