Brick Oven Pizzeria & Restaurant

Have been going here for many years now and must say it's my favorite restaurant ever. You cannot beat brick oven pizza, subs and pasta, it's the best around and I know after trying at least 30 different locations everywhere. Anything on the menu you cannot go wrong with I promise you. The owner is always there to ask how is your food or your experience. Inside the restaurant is very nice with plenty of seating inside and outside. Food-10 Staff-10 Ambiance-10.

We came in sometime ago and had such a horrible encounter that we haven't been back. We went for dinner with friends. The place was packed, so it must be good. They ordered a couple of pizzas and penne alla vodka, and I ordered the mussels. Not a fan. I had a few, did not care for the flavor, and then covered them with the bowl they'd provided.When the server came over, she asked what happened with the mussels. I told her I didn't care for them. I did not yell at her, nor did I even ask for them to be removed from the bill. She took them away, and I thought nothing else about it. I was having a nice night out with friends, who offered to share their dinners. The pizzas and penne were delicious.While we were eating the owner came over with the mussels the server had just carried back to the kitchen. He seemed furious. He asked me what was wrong with the mussels. I told him I found them salty and tough. He got even more mad and told me that no one had ever said that, and they were "famous" for their mussels. I told him that I was sorry, but taste was subjective. He scoffed, like a literal scoff, and then turned and walked away.It was awful. I was embarrassed because everyone at the tables around us had heard the exchange. I felt so uncomfortable and unwelcome. It ruined the entire meal for us all. It's also exactly why I, and many people, don't complain about food or service when we go out. Again, I hadn't complained to the server or even asked for them to remove it from the bill! I just wanted to enjoy the rest of the meal out with friends. The moral of the story. Don't tell them how you really feel. Just ask for a to go bag and throw it out at home.

Not sure why this place is getting such bad reviews, but I honestly think they are unwarranted and no doubt are being made by some very spoiled people in the area. We usually get takeout from here but decided to try dining in this time. We've been very satisfied with the pizza & subs but they are even better when we dined at the restaurant. Also tried their chicken Parmesan dinner this time. The marinara sauce was delicious & the portion was a very good size. Two nice pieces of chicken & a healthy portion of spaghetti. Atmosphere is very casual and laidback. Also of note, the woman that usually answers their phone is beyond helpful & pleasant. If she were able to be cloned, every pizza place should have one! She wonderful! Also, the young lady who served us tonight gave us stellar service. (Wish I'd remembered to get her name!). In summary: Good food, nice service, convenient location. We'll continue to give them our business.

Due to its location it's very easy to miss the turn which I missed a few times. Basically, I went above and beyond hoping to get some good pizza since I work down the road. Upon arrival, I saw that they opened at 3p on Friday. It was 2:53 and I'm a pretty patient guy so waiting a few minutes wouldn't hurt. I thought maybe they might see me sitting outside in the Florida heat and let me in a few minutes early. That didn't happen. And at 3:01, I decided that was enough. Most businesses would open the door early to welcome in a customer but not this one. Maybe they didn't see me. Who knows. No knock on their food. Never had it and after this, probably never will. I just went further down the road to Blaze Pizza since I'm on a time crunch.

Very yummy pizza and wings! Pizza was cooked perfectly and the baked wings had a ton of flavor. I also appreciated they have wing orders of 5, especially if two folks want different sauce flavors! Great little neighborhood pizza joint, along with friendly service!

We're from the NJ/NY area. We come here when we want a good slice of pizza. We will not go anywhere else. We usually sit outside at the next door brewery since the inside of this place is smaller/darker/more sports bar like. Pizza usually takes a while, sometimes 20-25 min, but totally worth it. Just call ahead!

Sadly, this used to be a great little neighborhood place. Pizza was always great. Now, the pizza is horrible. I paid $50 for 2 large 2 toppings pizza's and am very disappointed. This place used to be full on a Sunday night. It seems the neighborhood has taken notice. I am not in the restaurant business but I can never figure out why or how these places destroy themselves. All the best. That is my last purchase.

As a New Yorker and a pizza lover, this has to be one of the best pizza places in the Tampa area. With the family environment, and the amazing people here, it makes the experience even better. I recommend Brick Oven Pizzeria.

The food deserves a 4.5 on most days, but sadly the restaurant has succumb to the practice of adding 3.5% for credit orders. This will be my last visit. Joeys at Chelsea place is a nice alternative. Some may not mind this adding to the advertised prices... I personally don't go to gas stations who charge different prices and I'm disappointed to see it at a restaurant as well.

Great neighborhood place to hang, talk with old friends and new ones. Hit it up on St Patrick's Day next week. Pizza Chef Vinny is cooking up a corned beef and cabbage pizza extraordinaire (or so I've heard). Service staff is the best - always a smile and a big hello!! Great place to watch Steelers Football on Sundays, Baseball or hockey. I've been going since moving here 4 years ago.