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Pizzeria Bianco
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Pizzeria Bianco
8.4
Chris Bianco’s LA outpost brings wood-fired, delicately charred pizzas to a bright ROW DTLA space. The crusts are light yet structured, toppings are restrained and high quality, and the simple salad-and-pasta sides keep things satisfying. It’s a polished, dependable pizza experience that feels both casual and special.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rosa pizza (parmesan, rosemary, red onion, pistachio), Sonny Boy pizza, Panna cotta
Scores:
Value: 7.7
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 7.9
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: A nationally revered pizzaiolo’s wood-fired pies in ROW DTLA.
Who should go: Pizza purists and casual date-night crews
When to visit: Late lunch or early dinner to dodge waits
What to order: Rosa, Sonny Boy, panna cotta
Insider tip: Ask about off-menu seasonal toppings if available.
Pizzeria Bianco
8.0
Chris Bianco’s ROW DTLA outpost turns wood-fired pizza into a quietly obsessive craft, with blistered crusts and deeply flavored, minimalist toppings. It’s the neighborhood’s most elevated counter-leaning option, perfect for a fine-dining palate in a more casual format.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, Biancoverde pizza, Rosa pizza
Scores:
Value: 8.3
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 7.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: James Beard–level pizza craft in a casual ROW DTLA setting.
Who should go: Pizza purists and friends who want a splurge-casual meal.
When to visit: Lunch or early dinner before the evening queues build.
What to order: Margherita, Biancoverde, Rosa.
Insider tip: Grab a patio table and split two pies for best range.
Pizzeria Bianco
8.3
Chris Bianco’s LA outpost at ROW serves blistered, naturally leavened pies with clean, balanced toppings. It’s a relaxed counter-service setup with ample courtyard seating nearby—ideal for bringing a dog while you work through a pizza and a bright salad.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rosa pizza (parmesan, pistachio, rosemary, red onion), Margherita, Fennel sausage pizza
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 8.2
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 7.6
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Bib Gourmand pizza with Bianco’s signature fermentation and char.
Who should go: Pizza purists, casual lunch dates, dog-friendly courtyard seekers.
When to visit: Weekday lunch to dodge ROW crowds.
What to order: Rosa, Margherita, seasonal salad.
Insider tip: Grab a table in the ROW courtyard for the easiest pup setup.
Pizzeria Bianco
8.3
ROW DTLA’s wood-fired pizzeria keeps lunch moving with a tight menu of impeccably blistered pies and crisp salads. The room is airy and professional enough for a casual meeting, while the oven scent does most of the selling. A dependable choice for a fast but high-quality business lunch.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wiseguy pizza, Rosa pizza, Biancoverde pizza
Scores:
Value: 8.2
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 8.8
Atmosphere: 8
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: Chef-driven, Arizona-born pizza executed with obsessive LA produce focus.
Who should go: Anyone wanting a quick, crowd-pleasing meeting spot.
When to visit: Early lunch to dodge peak ROW crowds.
What to order: Wiseguy, Rosa, Biancoverde.
Insider tip: Split two pies for variety; portions are generous.
Pizzeria Bianco
8.7
Chris Bianco’s ROW DTLA outpost turns out wood-fired, Arizona-meets-SoCal pies with blistered crusts and carefully sourced toppings. The room is airy and buzzy but focused on the oven-driven craft, and crowds keep it humming all week. Its Bib Gourmand status and strong multi-platform review volume reinforce destination-level reliability.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rosa Pizza (parmigiano, red onion, rosemary, pistachio), Margherita, Fennel Sausage Pizza
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.3
Consistency: 8.6
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 7.4
Cultural Relevance: 8.3
What makes it special: A Michelin-recognized wood-fired pizzeria led by a James Beard–winning pioneer.
Who should go: Pizza purists, date nights, visiting food friends.
When to visit: Weekday lunch or early dinner to dodge peaks.
What to order: Rosa, Margherita, fennel sausage pie.
Insider tip: Ask about daily vegetables or off-menu toppings if you’re dining in.
Pizzeria Bianco
8.1
Chris Bianco’s LA outpost delivers thin, blistered pies with clean fermentation and thoughtful toppings. The ROW DTLA setting is daytime-friendly, stroller-accessible, and full of easy shareables for kids.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rosa pizza, Margherita, House-made gelato
Scores:
Value: 7.6
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 7.8
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Wood-fired Arizona-meets-LA pizza from a national icon.
Who should go: Families craving a reliable, low-stress lunch.
When to visit: Late morning to beat peak ROW foot traffic.
What to order: Rosa, a classic red pie, and a dessert.
Insider tip: Two-hour free ROW parking makes kid logistics way easier.
Pizzeria Bianco
8.4
Chef Chris Bianco’s ROW DTLA outpost turns out blistered, beautifully balanced wood-fired pies with a restrained topping style that lets the dough shine. The room is casual and bright with indoor-outdoor seating, making it an easy family stop after a market stroll. Expect a short menu done with near-obsessive precision and a steady neighborhood buzz.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita, Biancoverde, Rosa pizza
Scores:
Value: 8.1
Service: 8.2
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 8.9
Atmosphere: 7.7
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: James Beard–level pizza craft in a casual market setting.
Who should go: Pizza-loving families and mixed-age groups.
When to visit: Lunch or early evening to dodge peak lines.
What to order: Margherita, biancoverde, seasonal salad.
Insider tip: Entrance is off Alameda & Center St, not 7th.
Pizzeria Bianco
8.7
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Chris Bianco’s LA outpost turns out wood-fired, Neapolitan-leaning pies with a chewy, blistered crust and carefully balanced toppings. The room is bright and buzzy inside ROW DTLA, and the kitchen’s steady execution makes it an easy family meal when you want a sit-down pizza night.
Must-Try Dishes:
Rosa pizza, Margherita pizza, Fennel sausage pizza
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 8.4
Consistency: 8.8
Food Quality: 9.1
Atmosphere: 8.6
Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: A Bib Gourmand-level wood-fired pizza program from James Beard winner Chris Bianco.
Who should go: Families and pizza lovers who want a full-service Arts District meal.
When to visit: Early dinner weekdays to dodge the peak ROW DTLA rush.
What to order: Rosa, Margherita, fennel sausage pie.
Insider tip: Ask for a half-and-half pie if you’re splitting with kids.
Pizzeria Bianco
8.4
Chris Bianco’s ROW DTLA outpost focuses on a short list of wood-fired pies with deeply fermented crusts and balanced, minimalist toppings. The airy, concrete-and-wood space with patio spillover suits a relaxed date anchored by great pizza and a glass of wine.
Must-Try Dishes:
Biancoverde pizza, Wiseguy pizza, Rosa pizza
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 8.1
Consistency: 8.3
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 6.7
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: James Beard–winning pizza craft in a pared-back DTLA setting.
Who should go: Pizza-lover couples wanting a low-key date.
When to visit: Early dinner to avoid the heaviest rush.
What to order: Biancoverde, Wiseguy, Rosa with a simple salad.
Insider tip: Ask about off-menu seasonal specials when you arrive.