Pizza Bob’s Classic Pie

Calgary, Alberta

Pizza Bob's Classic Pie's Donair Pizza presents a distinctive take with its thin crust and quick delivery time. The pizza comes in a simple white box, reflecting a straightforward approach that contrasts with the establishment's musical ambiance.

The pizza is characterized by its thin crust, which provides a lighter base, although the toppings, especially the meat, were found to be sparse and lacking in robust flavor. The use of red tomato sauce on the Donair pizza sparked discussion, as it diverges from the typical sweet sauce expected on such dishes. While the tomato sauce was not poorly received, it was seen as an unconventional choice that didn't quite mesh with the sweet sauce's flavor profile.

Despite these points of contention, the sweet sauce itself was praised for its rich sweetness, which paired well with the thinness of the crust. The pizza's appearance was noted for its vibrant colors and well-arranged toppings, even if the overall execution of the Donair components didn’t meet expectations.

The pizza's structure, particularly the thin crust, was commended for its ability to hold together, making it convenient for casual eating in a setting like a bar. However, the quality of ingredients, particularly the Donair meat, was deemed subpar, with suggestions that a better meat selection could improve the overall experience.

In summary, while Pizza Bob's Classic Pie's Donair Pizza has some positive aspects, like the crust and sweet sauce, the adaptation of traditional Donair elements and the unexpected tomato sauce addition leave room for refinement to achieve a more authentic and satisfying Donair pizza experience.

*although we suggested in podcast the donair meat seemed like it may have come from a “can” Pizza Bob reached out to inform us it is indeed made in house.

Score Breakdown

Trent:

1) Appearance: 3

2) Taste: 2

3) Ingredients: 2

4) Mouthfeel: 3

5) Structure: 4

TOTAL SCORE: 14/25

Nathan:

1) Appearance: 4

2) Taste: 3

3) Ingredients: 2

4) Mouthfeel: 3

5) Structure: 3

TOTAL SCORE: 15/25

Total - 29/50

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