By Contributing Writer
Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon, isn't the first city you might think of when it comes to finding a great slice of pizza. It's not
New York or
Chicago, but there are a number of places where you can find a delicious pizza for a decent price throughout the city.
Escape From New York Pizza
Escape From New York Pizza is anything but an escape from the famous New York-style, pizza-by-the-slice joint. The menu is simple---either order a whole pie or buy it one slice at a time---but this restaurant proves it's best to pick one thing and do it well rather than try to do too much. The pizza here is good enough that it will even make a native New Yorker feel at home.
Escape From New York Pizza
622 Street NW 23rd
Portland, OR 97214
503-227-5423
Ken's Artisan Pizza
If you're looking for a fancier, more upscale pizza experience, Ken's Artisan Pizza makes delicious gourmet pizzas with fresh Italian meats and vegetables. You can trade in the traditional pepperoni and sausage for delectable cuts of pancetta and prosciutto. Ken's is also known for its wide selection of fine wines and a dessert menu that takes advantage of whatever fruits are in season.
Ken's Artisan Pizza
304 SE 28th Ave.
Portland, OR 97214
503-517-9951
Pizzicato Gourmet Pizzas
If the West Coast has any reputation for pizza, it is for turning pizza into an upscale dining experience with fancy, nontraditional ingredients, and that is Pizzicato Gourmet Pizzas' specialty. While they do serve traditional pizzas for the less adventurous, their specialty pizzas are made with shrimp and the use of gourmet cheeses like fontina and chevre.
Pizzicato Gourmet Pizzas
SW Alder off of Broadway
Portland, OR 97202
503-226-1007
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