I travel a lot for work and found myself south of Morristown, NJ. Before I left my job site I looked up pizza spots nearby and was skeptical because of the rating on Yelp. The look of the pies online appeared to be legit so...I figured I’d take a leap of faith and give it a shot. Pizza ranges from little caesars to authentic pies and everyone has their specific opinion of what is “good”. For me, wood fire Neapolitan pizza is THE BEST. When I find a place that I want to give a chance I order the basic and if the basic passes then I will proceed with the intricate. Millies in Morristown passed on my judgement for the basic margherita.
I went on a quiet afternoon with no one really there, sat inside because it was deathly hot, and was tended to quickly, politely, and enthusiastically - my godly looks, smooth talking, and wicked expensive cologne may or may not have played a role in this but you can just SIT DOWN IN THE BACK KAREN!
First judgement comes from the appearance of the crust: bulging, crispy, and more enticing than my prom date in junior high school. I ripped it open to see the innards and was pleasantly surprised. First bite, crust only, and surprisingly I tasted salt …. not in a bad way …. it was perfectly balanced and delightful, mixing dough and salt taste that was gloriously delicious.
One issue with pies like this is that the crust can be stellar but then the middle can lean towards soggy but impressively these slices had body. Not overpowering but just enough to hold it’s form when lifted, folded, and deep throated, I mean bit. WOW. How did I fall upon this gem randomly NO THANKS TO THE NEGATIVE YELP REVIEWS??!!?!?!!?!
Then I judge the sauce and cheese. Sauce, slightly sweet but perfectly balanced, tasting tomato, olive oil, and salt. The cheese was subtle but flavorful incorporating the dough, sauce, and slight shake of red pepper flakes I added.
I was beyond pleased… ONE CRITIQUE is that the crust was not 1,000% fluffy, a little dense but still a delight.
I often intertwine the service, decor, and general experience whilst dining and since this was a slow time I will admit that I cannot attest to the majority of that but being on a little main street and lucking out with parking, my overall rating is 4 stars and I will most certainly be back with my wife to see if you can pass under her standards as well.
Really great job from this place.More