In 2011, Via 313 opened in Austin, introducing us to the Detroit-style pizza, and we will never be the same. It’s deep dish Chicago without the mess and abundance of sauce. It’s thin New York with a heavier sustenance. (Don’t get me wrong – there’s a time and place for both of these styles too!) The caramelized cheese on the crust makes the bottom and sides extra crispy yet keeps the middle of the dough soft and spongy. That cheese is the secret to the tantalizing taste.

Of course, tantalizing tastes are made from special equipment, and in this case it’s their special square pans that make the crispy crust. So, another difference with this Detroit-style pizza is the square shape. Depending on the size of pizza you choose, you’ll have four or eight pieces.

I also love the ingredient combinations. Here are my favorites on their menu.

• Omnivore: Mushroom, Onion, Green Pepper, Pepperoni, Sausage
• The Cadillac: Gorgonzola, Fig Preserves, Prosciutto di Parma, Parmesan, Balsamic Glaze

A while back, Via 313 partnered up with Michi Ramen (one of my favorite ramen places in Austin) for a Ramen Pizza. It was so tasty! Keep a look-out for special pies like this.

Quick tip: you can get two flavors on one pizza. For the small, you’ll have two slices for each flavor – perfect for splitting and trying different kinds.

While I like going to their trailers when meeting up with friends before drinks, the brick-and-mortar locations are great for the full bar, more seating, air conditioning, and easier parking. They also have more food options. While the pizza is enough to fill you up, getting an appetizer is a good idea while you wait for the pizza (about 20 minutes). I would recommend the meatballs in marinara or a Caesar salad. Their brick-and-mortars also have thin-style pizzas on the menu.

Via 313 Locations

Brick-and-Mortar: North Campus: 3016 Guadalupe, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78705

Brick-and-Mortar: Oak Hill: 6705 Hwy 290 No.503, Austin, TX 78735

Brick-and-Mortar: East Side: 1802 East 6th, Austin, TX 78702

Trailer: West 6th at Star Bar: 600 West 6th, Austin, TX 78701

Trailer: Rainey St at Craft Pride: 61 Rainey St, Austin, TX 78701

Website: http://via313.com/

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