Tomatinos: Montgomery, Alabama's Versatile Pizza Place

When you want something different from run of the mill pizza, Tomatinos in old Cloverdale is the place to head. Offering an array of pizza options on traditional dough, this pizza and bake shop also makes their own whole wheat dough from scratch. When coupled with the eclectic choice of toppings and cheeses, it is no wonder that people keep this local business going through all types of economic conditions.

Fresh ingredients are one of the hallmarks of everything at Tomatinos. Only organic flour is used in preparing the crusts. Unrefined sugars and sea salt are also commonly added in. when it comes to cheese, mozzarella is the favored option, giving the pizzas an edge over other pizzerias that stick with cheddar.

The range of specialty pizzas offers something for just about everyone. Meat lovers can enjoy the Meat Supreme with its blend of sausage, bacon, Canadian bacon, beef and pepperoni. The Ultimate Vegetarian piles on white onions, black and green onions, artichoke hearts, broccoli, mushrooms, roma tomatoes, and green peppers. There are so many ingredients that even meat lovers may find this selection is just as filling.

A summertime favorite is the Summer Garden, which includes a combination of black olives, broccoli, red bell peppers, mushrooms, red onions, squash, and sun-dried tomatoes. To add a little extra kick, a little basil pesto gives the pizza just the right consistency.

Of course, you can also select from a number of toppings to create your own special pizza. This is good news for people visiting Montgomery, since they can enjoy favorites common in other parts of the country, such as a Canadian Bacon and pineapple pizza. Premium toppings offer options such as tofu, Genoa salami, and Prosciutta Ham.

While Tomatinos does a brisk take out business, you can also choose to eat in. The dining area is much like a traditional 50's style diner, making for a fun atmosphere. There are also café tables and chairs on the sidewalk outside the pizzeria, making it an ideal place to cool off in the breeze while enjoying a slice of pizza and one of Tomatinos tasty salads. Wash it all down with your choice of soft drinks, fresh brewed tea, a glass of wine, or a specialty beer.

All the pizzas at Tomatinos are priced to be competitive with other pizzerias in the area. While you can get cheaper pizzas from the big chains, the quality of a Tomatinos selection is far better than anything you'll get from the big guys.