Luan Vraniqi took over the Lake Highlands location from his parents about five years ago. They'd run it for 15 years after acquiring it from a brother, who started it in the early '80s. Watching the pizza maker pat, roll and toss is a show. Coverage is adequate but not overly generous. The medium-thick crust is crunchy at the edges and on the bottom without a trace of sogginess.
Counter service is friendly and fast.
Many regulars are known by name. The setting is bare-bones, fine for a quick lunch or dinner bite, but takeout or delivery provides the best atmosphere. Current owner Andrew Albert, a former musician, worked as a delivery guy. After a few years, he and wife Jennifer bought the place and expanded the five-item menu to everything from appetizer wings to a variety of specialty gourmet pizzas. Three years ago, he moved to a larger location in the same center to offer a full bar and table service.