There's a legend that the favorite pizza of Naples-born Queen Margherita of Savoy was one baked for her in 1889 that featured all the colors of the Italian flag (red tomatoes, green basil, and white cheese). That explains the name of this Leslieville neighborhood establishment that features real Neapolitan pizza, appetizers, and desserts. They import their flour and tart San Marzano tomatoes from Italy, and prepare the thin-crusted pizzas in a wood-fired Naples oven. In fact, builders were brought over from Italy to construct the oven, which bakes pizzas in 90 seconds at 900°F. Most of the dining in this moderately priced family restaurant is upstairs in a loft-like setting—a former studio with lots of natural light from huge windows. When crowded it can be loud. They make about 500 pizzas here each week. There's full bar service and wines. The prix-fixe, with starter, pizza, and dessert is good value. Reservations can be made online.
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Queen Margherita Pizza
1402 Queen St. East, Unit 8
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Neighborhood
Leslieville
Hours
Mon–Thurs 5pm–close, Fri–Sun noon–close
Transportation
Streetcar: Queen to east of Greenwood
Phone
416/466-6555
Prices
Pies (shareable) are $14–$19
Cuisine Type
Italian
Web site
Queen Margherita Pizza
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1402 Queen St. East, Unit 8 TorontoNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.