If the best thing about a pizza is the first hot and cheesy bite, then the worst part is surely the waiting time between your order and that first taste of a delicious pie. We recently discovered a Tampa pizza joint that solves that issue, offering the great handmade pizzas we crave, ready to be devoured in under one minute.
Street Crust Artisanal Cookery whips up some the best stone-fired “street pizzas” in town at their two locations, and they’re local favorites at events throughout Tampa Bay with their pizza trailer. But in addition to their great tasting pies, one of the big keys to their success has been the fact they figured out a way to bake those tasty pizzas to the perfect temperature in only 45 seconds. Any time you stop by their laid-back and urban pizza cafe or spot them at a big event around town, you know you can be noshing on the good stuff in less time than it takes to get a perfect picture for instagram.
Street Crust has two locations in Tampa, with the primary one at International Mall, 2223 N Westshore Blvd, and another in downtown, 796 N Tampa Ave, that is currently closed for maintenance and some exciting updates (stay tuned for news!). They are also regulars on the local events circuit, working everything from festivals and markets to private events and unique showcases. If you’re interested in having the always-popular food truck at your next event, we definitely recommend reaching out to discuss availability and options.
Light and fluffy dough is the star at Street Crust
The thing pizza lovers of course know is how important the dough is to making something great, and this is where Street Crust truly excels. In those 45 seconds in the oven, they create the perfectly cooked dough, emerging with soft, fluffy and light crust around the edges, but maintaining enough strength on the bottom to support the delicious cheese and toppings as you lift it off the plate.
Of course, we should mention it isn’t just the pizza that makes Street Crust worth a visit. That same fluffy dough is put to excellent use with their topping-stuffed calzone, which will fill any belly in need of a good meal. Like any great pizzeria, you can also find bread sticks, cheese sticks, fresh-baked meatballs, handmade salads, and even a few tasty desserts. There is also an extensive vegan menu, with more than half a dozen options.
“From our founder to our chefs and staff members, we put lots of love and careful thought into all we do,” Street Crust says. “By bringing together New York and Neapolitan pizza styles in our welcoming pizza trailer, we deliver a whole new take on world’s favorite food; with some unique signature recipes.”
“We believe in finding the perfect balance between exquisite artisan cookery and very low waiting times for our customers. Thanks to our professional stone ovens, we are able to beautifully cook handcrafted pizzas in only 60 seconds. We also have a range of products that include vegetarian and vegan items made with the best ingredients, everyday.”
Follow Street Crust on Instagram for the latest. You can see the full menu here, and learn more on their website at streetcrust.com.
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