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Blaze Pizza
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Blaze Pizza
7.8
Fast-fired artisanal pizza chain where you build your own pie from 30+ toppings and watch it cook in 180 seconds. The Pasadena location on Colorado Boulevard draws crowds for its unlimited toppings at one price and accommodating dietary options.
Must-Try Dishes:
Build Your Own Pizza, Spicy Red Vine, White Top with Ricotta
Scores:
Value: 8.9
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 7.6
Atmosphere: 7
Cultural Relevance: 6.7
What makes it special: Unlimited toppings for one price with fast service
Who should go: Families and budget-conscious pizza lovers
When to visit: Lunch hours for shortest wait times
What to order: Build your own with arugula and hot honey
Insider tip: Ask for well-done if you like crispy crust
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Free parking in Old Town structure, 2-hour limit during day, unlimited after 6pm
Dress code: Very casual, come as you are - it's counter service
Noise level: Loud and energetic - difficult for intimate conversations
Weekend wait: 15-20 min wait in line during peak hours
Weekday lunch: 5-10 min line typical, quick turnover
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - extensive veggie toppings, multiple sauce options
Vegan options: Yes - vegan cheese available, cauliflower crust option
Gluten-free options: Yes - certified gluten-free dough and dedicated prep
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal - too casual and loud for getting to know someone, better for established couples grabbing quick dinner
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations taken - it's fast-casual with communal seating, find your own spot after ordering
Is it kid-friendly? Perfect for kids - they love watching pizzas cook in the fire oven, unlimited toppings keep everyone happy, high chairs available
Best For
Better for: Customization without upcharges - beats traditional pizza places where each topping adds $2-3
Skip if: You want authentic Neapolitan pizza or table service - try Union or Luggage Room instead
Blaze Pizza
7.7
Fast-fire'd artisanal pizzas ready in 180 seconds with unlimited toppings at a fixed price. The build-your-own concept with 30+ fresh ingredients keeps late-night crowds coming until midnight on weekends.
Must-Try Dishes:
Build Your Own, BBQ Chicken Pizza, Spicy Red Sauce Creation
Scores:
Value: 8.8
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 7.5
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 6.8
What makes it special: Unlimited toppings at one price, 180-second cook time
Who should go: Budget-conscious customizers and quick-service seekers
When to visit: Late weeknights for shorter lines
What to order: Build your own with unlimited toppings
Insider tip: Add finishing sauces after cooking for extra flavor
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking and nearby garage ($5 flat rate after 6pm), usually spots available within 2 blocks
Dress code: Ultra casual - come as you are, athletic wear and flip flops common
Noise level: Loud and energetic - expect fast-casual dining hall vibe
Weekend wait: 15-20 min during late night rush (10pm-midnight)
Weekday lunch: 5-10 min assembly line, no table wait
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - extensive veggie toppings, multiple cheese options
Vegan options: Yes - vegan cheese available, cauliflower crust option
Gluten-free options: Yes - dedicated gluten-free dough and cauliflower crust
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal - too casual and loud for intimate conversation, better for established couples grabbing quick bite
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations needed - counter service with ample seating, rarely full except Friday/Saturday 11pm-midnight
Is it kid-friendly? Very - kids love watching pizzas cook in the open flame oven, simple ordering process, quick service keeps them engaged
Best For
Better for: Speed and value - faster than any traditional pizza place with more topping variety at fixed price point
Skip if: You want authentic NY/Neapolitan style or table service - this is assembly-line fast casual
Blaze Pizza
7.5
Fast-fire artisanal pizza chain where families build custom pies from 35+ toppings, ready in 180 seconds. The interactive assembly-line format and dietary options including gluten-free and vegan make it accessible for all family members.
Must-Try Dishes:
Build Your Own Custom Pizza, Art Lover Specialty, Pesto Garlic Cheesy Bread
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 7.6
Atmosphere: 7.3
Cultural Relevance: 6.5
What makes it special: Unlimited toppings at one price, 3-minute cook time
Who should go: Families with picky eaters or dietary restrictions
When to visit: Off-peak hours to avoid college crowd
What to order: Family deal with 3 pizzas and sides
Insider tip: Mobile app ordering skips the assembly line wait
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Strip mall lot with 50+ spaces, rarely full except Friday dinner rush
Dress code: Completely casual - athletic wear and flip-flops common
Noise level: Loud - open kitchen and hard surfaces create echo, difficult conversations during peak
Weekend wait: 15-20 min during dinner rush, no reservations taken
Weekday lunch: 5-10 min noon-1pm when nearby offices break
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - all veggies included in base price, pesto and white sauce options
Vegan options: Yes - vegan cheese available, separate cutting tools on request
Gluten-free options: Yes - cauliflower crust option, prepared in shared oven (cross-contamination possible)
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Too casual and loud for romance - better for established couples or group hangs where conversation isn't critical
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations needed or accepted - first come first served with quick turnover, rarely more than 20 minute wait
Is it kid-friendly? Extremely - kids love watching pizzas cook in the fire oven, high chairs available, mess-friendly environment, crayons provided
Best For
Better for: Speed and customization beats traditional pizza joints - get exactly what you want in under 5 minutes total
Skip if: You want NY-style slices or deep dish - thin artisan crust only, not satisfying for thick crust lovers