Pizza perfection
Louie's Pizza and Catering (Photo courtesy of yelp.com)
By Shellie Adams, Design Editor adams15@up.edu
Pizza and pasta and salad, oh my! As most of you have probably heard, Nicola's, our beloved beacon of Italian cuisine, has gone out of business. But never fear! The owner has bought a new shop on Lombard, right across from Taco Bell called "Louie's Pizza & Catering," which has many Nicola's favorites on the menu.
Your first meal choice at a new restaurant is one of the most important because you will always associate that restaurant with your first meal there. So I ventured outside my comfort zone and ordered a small Calzone. I was rewarded for trying something new because it was probably one of the greatest Italian meals I have ever had. Not only did I have to split it into thirds just to eat it (yes it lasted for three meals), but it was also fresh, delicious, everything a calzone should be and more.
While Louie's is now takeout only, my Calzone only took 10 minutes to cook and the staff was very friendly as they talked with me while I waited for my meal. In the quaint little shop there are also three or four tables that seat two, so you can definitely eat there as well, they just won't wait on you.
I would highly recommend Louie's if you are a Nicola's fan or if you are just looking for someplace close to campus to grab something delicious. Trust me, you won't regret it.
