Express Pizza — Review by WOJEK

Warsaw, Poland — Detroit-style Pizza

Express Pizza on Gocław in Warsaw offers Detroit-style pizza with a thin, gummy-textured crust and crispy edges, a significant improvement over the previous pizzeria visited. The small pepperoni pizza at 33 PLN (promotional price, regular 45 PLN) provides good value with quality ingredients and is shared easily between two people. The sauces are solid, particularly the garlic and mango jalapeno varieties.

What was great: Thin, chewy crust that is pleasant to eat, crispy edges, generous cheese with brown spots on the sides, adequate tomato sauce adding moisture, well-balanced toppings, good value for money at promotional price of 33 PLN

What could improve: Nothing mentioned

The Dishes

The reviewer ordered two Detroit-style pizzas from Express Pizza on Gocław. The small pepperoni pizza arrived cut into eight slices with two pieces of pepperoni on each slice, topped with herbs that appear to be Herbes de Provence. The presentation was noticeably superior to the previous pizzeria, with visible caramelized cheese on top and edges. The second pizza ordered was Deluxe, featuring mushrooms, chicken, pepperoni, three types of peppers, and corn at 58 PLN. The Deluxe pizza was significantly heavier and more substantial than the pepperoni, demonstrating the restaurant's ability to handle complex topping combinations without the crust becoming soggy.

The Experience

Express Pizza operates as a small kiosk-style location in a residential area on Gocław, offering only takeout service with no indoor seating. The wait time for pickup was approximately 15 minutes after ordering, which the reviewer found acceptable. The pizza was packaged well and could be eaten on a nearby bench.

Value and Pricing

The small pepperoni pizza normally costs 45 PLN but was available at a promotional price of 33 PLN on the day of review. The Deluxe pizza costs 58 PLN. The set of three classic sauces costs 13 PLN. At these prices, the reviewer considered Express Pizza to offer excellent value, especially compared to the previous pizzeria where a small pepperoni with just two slices cost 27 PLN. The reviewer noted that while the regular 45 PLN price is fair for a small pizza, the promotional discount made it an exceptional value.

Notable Moments

This is a completely different league compared to the first pizzeria
The reviewer expressed amazement at how much better the crust texture was at Express Pizza, describing it as pleasantly chewy and plastic-like rather than dry and breadlike. When comparing the garlic sauce between this Warsaw location and a Gdańsk Express Pizza location, the reviewer noted that the Gdańsk version was slightly more peppery and spicy, but both were good quality. The reviewer also mentioned that Express Pizza no longer offers the Ultimate Pepperoni pizza on their menu, which was previously a favorite.

The Verdict

Express Pizza ranks first among the Detroit-style pizzerias tested so far. The thin, plastic-textured crust that maintains its form even under heavy toppings is the standout feature. The cheese has proper browning on the edges, the sauce provides necessary moisture, and the ingredients are of good quality. The Deluxe pizza demonstrates that even complex topping combinations work well with Express Pizza's dough technique. This restaurant is highly recommended for anyone seeking authentic Detroit-style pizza in Warsaw, especially as an affordable lunch option or quick meal to share. The reviewer would choose Express Pizza over the previous options for both taste and value.