Chef Anthony Strong is a prominent chef in the San Francisco Bay Area, known for his expertise in Italian cuisine and handmade pasta. He is the chef-owner of Pasta Supply Co. and previously served as the chef at the...
Pizzeria Delfina in Palo Alto offers wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizzas, fresh pastas, and seasonal antipasti in a downtown location. It is known for its award-winning pizzas and also ships them nationwide.
Customer Perception
Customers generally praise Pizzeria Delfina for its delicious wood-fired pizzas and fresh pasta. The ambiance is often described as a local favorite.
Additional Details
Pizzeria Delfina also offers nationwide shipping of its pizzas through Goldbelly.
I was in the area near Pizzeria Delfina and decided to try the Margherita Pizza.
The crust was the highlight for me; it was thin and baked to perfection. The edges were fluffy with a crispy outer layer. The sauce was bright, sweet, and layered perfectly on top.
It could have used more basil. But they offer fresh parmesan, crushed red peppers, and oregano on the side.
I enjoyed the chill, unassuming outdoor atmosphere and vibe. And everyone was super friendly.
The atmosphere was lively and inviting, and both the front desk staff and my waitress were friendly and helpful with recommendations.
My waitress suggested the radiatore & liberty duck ragu, saying it was her favorite dish, and it did not disappoint. The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the duck ragu was flavorful without being too heavy or overpowering.
I also ordered the saffron arancini to start. It had a crispy, golden exterior and great flavor, and it paired nicely with my beer. My only suggestion would be to serve it with a dipping sauce like marinara or spicy arrabbiata.
Overall, excellent service, delicious food, and a great atmosphere.
4
Malfadine al Limone 5 housemade pasta, made with organic semolina, Lisbon lemons, spring peas, parmigiano, super refreshing
Clam Pie 4 pizza, cherrystones, hot peppers, tomato, oregano, pecorino, lots of clams, slightly too salty Margherita Pizza 3 tomato, fior di latte mozzarella, basil, not flavorful enough
Angelo & Franco Burrata 4 arugula, bitter; crostini, large, thick, crunchy, olive oil; one burrata ball, fresh, creamy, juicy, spreads well on bread, finish with salt & pepper
Zuppa: Butter Bean & Escarole 4 soup, pancetta, chili; too many beans, not enough soup, flavorful, not spicy
Saffron Arancini 3 deep fried saffron rice ball, cheesy, saffron flavor
Mortadella Pie Pizza 3 cheese, pepper, onions, medium flavorful
Salsiccia Pizza 4 thin, slightly soggy; sausage, sweet pepper, onions, mozzarella, tomato sauce, flavorful
Panna Cotta 5 kumquat slices, citrus; pistachio crumbs; super creamy, refreshing, flavorful, not too sweet
5
The dining experience here was flawless , excellent food, customer service and atmosphere. We were seated at the outdoor seating and we loved the vibe , perfect for any occasion.
We ordered the Escarole salad and it was not only fresh , it left us craving for more . Saffron arancinis were melt in the mouth .The bitterness of broccoli rabe married well with the cheese in the pizza , it was a very delicious unique pizza. We will definitely go back for this pizza .
5
I had some beans and a pizza. Great food. The waitress was very friendly. And her recommendations were perfect. I liked it very much
