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'Wawa Has Disgusting Pizza:' Portnoy Pitches Ad Idea Outside Maryland Gas Station 'Wawa Has Disgusting Pizza:' Portnoy Pitches Ad Idea Outside Maryland Gas Station
'Wawa Has Disgusting Pizza:' Portnoy Pitches Ad Idea Outside Maryland Gas Station Following a series of mostly positive pizzeria reviews in Maryland, things took a turn for Dave Portnoy during a visit to Wawa in Anne Arundel County. "One Bite" was pretty much all the Barstool CEO needed before giving Wawa in Glen Burnie a 2.8 out of 10 while musing that he was once considered for an advertising campaign with the company (instead turned to cast members from the "Jersey Shore"). @djpaulyd Wawa Has Pizza 🍕 #wawapartner ♬ original sound - djpaulyd After having to wait until 4 p.m., when Wawa begins serving pizza, much to El Presidente's chagrin, Portnoy had a pitc…

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by Zak Failla
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Maryland Pizzeria 'Extremely Busy' After Portnoy's High-Scoring Review Maryland Pizzeria 'Extremely Busy' After Portnoy's High-Scoring Review
Maryland Pizzeria 'Extremely Busy' After Portnoy's High-Scoring Review An Anne Arundel County pizzeria was experiencing higher than-usual volume after self-proclaimed pizza connoisseur Dave Portnoy dropped by. Rocco's of Glen Burnie shared the Barstool CEO's review on Jan. 17. The following day, they shared this: "We are extremely busy so please bear with us through the chaos and wait times! We are SO thankful! If you can’t get us on the phone we are taking walk-ins!" Portnoy, who said Rocco's pizza was as American as it gets (well, he was fresh off of the Army-Navy football game), also gave it a respectable 7.8. Dave stops by Rocco's Pizza…

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by Zak Failla
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Barstool Sports' 'El Presidente' Weighs In On Popular Maryland Pizzerias: Who Ranked Highest? Barstool Sports' 'El Presidente' Weighs In On Popular Maryland Pizzerias: Who Ranked Highest?
Barstool Sports' 'El Presidente' Weighs In On Popular Maryland Pizzerias: Who Ranked Highest? Who served it best?  Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy recently released a series of new "One Bite" reviews after making multiple stops at Baltimore pizzerias during a road trip down the East Coast. During the tour of Maryland eateries, "El Presidente" was treated to a tragically uplifting story, Maryland's "Taj Mahal of pizza," may have kept the doors open at one restaurant, got advice from a strange voice, and was treated to some tasty pies during the holiday season. So whose slice is the tastiest in Baltimore, according to Portnoy - who openly admits that he prefers more airy sl…

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by Zak Failla
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Portnoy Hits Maryland’s 'Taj Mahal Of Pizza' On A Tip From Other Owners Portnoy Hits Maryland’s 'Taj Mahal Of Pizza' On A Tip From Other Owners
Portnoy Hits Maryland’s 'Taj Mahal Of Pizza' On A Tip From Other Owners El Presidente's tour of Maryland pizzerias continued with his latest video, after he being tipped off by the owners of his last stop who told him to try the pie at Pizza John's in Essex. Fresh off an overwhelmingly positive visit to Frank's Pizza & Pasta in Baltimore, whose owners directed them to the Essex eatery, Dave Portnoy made his way to what was described as the "Taj Mahal of Pizza Places" for the latest "One Bite" review. "This is a huge operation," he said. "So I get (the nickname) ... It's a big space."  Dave stops by the "Taj Mahal of Pizza Shops" and …

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by Zak Failla
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Portnoy Praises Popular Maryland Pizzeria With Tragic Backstory Portnoy Praises Popular Maryland Pizzeria With Tragic Backstory
Portnoy Praises Popular Maryland Pizzeria With Tragic Backstory El Presidente was back in Maryland in his latest "One Bite" review to showcase at Frank's Pizza & Pasta in Baltimore, where he was treated to a tasty pie and a thought-provoking tale. Dave Portnoy stopped by the popular eatery during his trek down the East Coast over the holidays, and he was impressed. by both the slice, a bonus cheesesteak - spoiler, he liked that too - as well as the story of the restaurant's history. According to the owner, his father and his cousin Frank came over to the United States in 1981, where they worked at a couple pizzerias in the area of Poughkeepsie, New …

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by Zak Failla
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Portnoy Saves Christmas For Baltimore Pizzeria On Brink Of Closure With Whopper $60K (VIDEO) Portnoy Saves Christmas For Baltimore Pizzeria On Brink Of Closure With Whopper $60K (VIDEO)
Portnoy Saves Christmas For Baltimore Pizzeria On Brink Of Closure With Whopper $60K (Video) Christmas came early for a struggling Maryland pizza place courtesy of a chance visit from "Stool Presidente," who will help the eatery keep their doors open beyond the holidays. Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports who may be more well known for his viral reviews of pizza joints around the country, had a special holiday treat in his mind after stopping by TinyBrickOven on Light Street in Baltimore for a quick bite. Known for its New York-style pies, the restaurant - which has struggled to secure a liquor license, according to a good-natured employee who sparked up a conversation wi…

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by Zak Failla
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He Fell In Love With Making Pizza As Teenager, Now This Maryland Chef Is Living His Dream He Fell In Love With Making Pizza As Teenager, Now This Maryland Chef Is Living His Dream
He Fell In Love With Making Pizza As Teenager, Now This Maryland Chef Is Living His Dream What started as a passion project for Chef Edwin Garcia in Maryland landed him a coveted spot inside a Montgomery County food hall, and he's just getting started. El Jefe Wood Fired Pizza has a new home at the Solaire Social food hall in downtown Silver Spring after becoming a renowned mobile kitchen featured at busy farmers markets, wineries, breweries, and other events throughout the region. View this post on Instagram A post shared by El Jefe Woodfired Pizza (@eljefe_woodfiredpizza) Garcia said that during the pandemic he found himself out…

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by Zak Failla
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Gordon Ramsay Hands Out Slices, High-Fives To DC Residents At New Pizza Joint (VIDEO) Gordon Ramsay Hands Out Slices, High-Fives To DC Residents At New Pizza Joint (VIDEO)
Gordon Ramsay Hands Out Slices, High-Fives To DC Residents At New Pizza Joint (Video) Superstar chef Gordon Ramsay made an unexpected stop at his latest DC restaurant to dish out some free pies at his Street Pizza location in Northwest. Known both for his dishes and demeanor in the kitchen, the chef was all smiles while handing out slices, even giving one young fan a high-five after she requested one. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza USA (@streetpizzausa) In a video posted on social media by the restaurant's team, the esteemed chef and TV personality carefully crafted the pie before …

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by Zak Failla
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Popular Baltimore Pizzeria Named Among Best In America Popular Baltimore Pizzeria Named Among Best In America
Popular Baltimore Pizzeria Named Among Best In America Ready for a piece of the pie? Pizza pie, that is — and according to Reader’s Digest, it’s the best you can get in Maryland. The outlet compiled a list of the Best Pizza in Every State based on factors including sales, reviews, and more. So, which pizzeria topped the list in Maryland? None other than Joe Squared Pizza in Baltimore. The joint has been favored by local foodies since its appearance on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and in Food Network Magazine. Joe Squared also offers a massive menu of starters, sandwiches, and risotto, but fans seem to flock to the shop’s Flag Pizza, and we c…

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by Valerie Musson
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DMV Pizzerias Named Among Best In America DMV Pizzerias Named Among Best In America
DMV Pizzerias Named Among Best In America Thin-crust or deep-dish, Yelp's latest rundown of the 100 best pizzerias in US and Canada has something for everyone. Including three pizzerias in the DMV. The user-review site identified businesses in the pizza category, then ranked those spots using a number of factors including the total volume and ratings of reviews. Here are the DMV spots on the list: 32. Pizzoco Pizza Parlor, Winchester, Virginia: Pizzoco is owned by Rappahannock County brothers Jesse and Steve Von Fange, who grew up cooking and both spent time at the helm of Rudy's Pizza in Sperryville, the restaurant's website say…

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by Cecilia Levine
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Papa John's Employee In Maryland Attacked Over Mistaken Order: Reports Papa John's Employee In Maryland Attacked Over Mistaken Order: Reports
Papa John's Employee In Maryland Attacked Over Mistaken Order: Reports Now, that's a spicy meatball. An incensed customer at a Maryland Papa John’s pizza shop is facing an assault charge after he was stabbed by a store employee defending himself during a potentially volatile incident, according to multiple reports. Members of the Harford County Sheriff's Office responded to the eatery in the 1000 block of Woodbridge Center Way after receiving a report about a dispute over pizza and toppings, officials said. The incident began late on Wednesday, Aug. 17. According to reports, upon arrival, sheriff’s deputies found Edgewood resident Herbert Harris, 40, inside …

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by Zak Failla
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RANKINGS: 7 Most Popular Pizzerias In Anne Arundel County RANKINGS: 7 Most Popular Pizzerias In Anne Arundel County
Rankings: 7 Most Popular Pizzerias In Anne Arundel County Craving a slice of crispy, cheesy pizza loaded with toppings? Here are seven places you can try today in Anne Arundel County. The spots you see on this list were top-rated on several user-generated review sites and featured in local publications. Some are longtime favorites while others have only recently opened their doors. All of these pizzerias, however, are dishing up pies we think you'll love. Cantina Mamma Lucia: 1350 Dorsey Road (Rt. 176), Hanover Neo Pizza: 220 Harker Pl., Suite 145, Annapolis Mamma Roma: 8743 Piney Orchard Parkway, Odenton Little Carmine’s NY Piz…

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by Cecilia Levine
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RANKINGS: 8 Most Popular Pizzerias In Baltimore RANKINGS: 8 Most Popular Pizzerias In Baltimore
Rankings: 8 Most Popular Pizzerias In Baltimore Craving a slice of crispy, cheesy pizza loaded with toppings? Here are eight places you can try today in Baltimore. The spots you see on this list were top-rated on several user-generated review sites and featured in local publications. Some are longtime favorites while others have only recently opened their doors. All of these pizzerias, however, are dishing up pies we think you'll love. Angeli’s Pizzeria: 413 South High St. Frank’s Pizza & Pasta: 6620 Belair Road Matthew’s Pizzeria: 3131 Eastern Ave. Joe Benny's: 313 Soth High St. Mario’s Original Pizza & Pasta:…

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by Cecilia Levine