Don’t Be Surprised If The Fire-Baked Pizza At Pompeii Pizzeria In Small-Town Minnesota Becomes Your New Favorite
Who doesn’t love a good slice of pizza? It’s one of the most common favorite foods for a reason – or many reasons, if you count the crust, sauce, cheese, and toppings that make it such a delicious treat. There are many great places to grab a slice in Minnesota, from small-town joints to larger regional chains. The restaurant we’d like to introduce today falls into the first category. Pompeii Pizzeria in Elk River, Minnesota, is a little-known pizza place that serves up amazing flavor. Next time you’re in the area, be sure to stop in for a visit. Here’s what you’ll find when you get there:
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Pompeii Pizzeria is a scrumptious spot in downtown Elk River, Minnesota. This small city is about 35 miles northwest of Minneapolis, making it a great day trip destination. Trust us, it's well worth the trip!
The charming storefront leads into a wonderful dining room. There is plenty of seating, so most diners never have to wait long. Of course, you can also take your pizza to go. In the warmer months, there are plenty of parks in town where you can enjoy a picnic.
The menu is full of delicious choices. The margarita pizzas are made with fresh mozzarella, Sicilian olive oil, parmesan cheese, sea salt, tomato sauce, and fresh basil. There are five choices in this category, each as delicious as the next.
Classic style pizzas have mozzarella, Sicilian olive oil, parmesan cheese, sea salt, tomato sauce, and oregano. Some are topped with salami, sausage, or even prosciutto and goat cheese. Yum!
The white sauce pizzas are also popular. They're all topped with are made with fresh mozzarella, Sicilian olive oil, parmesan cheese, sea salt, and créme fraiche. Depending on which you get, it may be loaded with chicken, veggies, salami, and more.
All in all, the pizza at Pompeii Pizzeria is not to be missed. These fire-baked pizzas topped with delicious cheese, flavorful sauce, and fresh ingredients will please even the pickiest eater. For more information about the restaurant, including menus, hours, and more, check out their website and Facebook page. And for other great Minnesota pizza places, take a look at our past list of 11 delicious pizza places in Minnesota.
Address: 315 Jackson Ave NW, Elk River, MN 55330, USA
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Betsy is a Minneapolis-based writer who's lived in Minnesota for 19 years. If you know of any amazing Minnesota restaurants, nature areas, or other attractions, feel free to let her know about them at brathburn@onlyinyourstate.com or on Twitter @betsyrathburn.
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