THE HOT FIVE Everyone has an opinion about pizza. Here are five that make a blip on my radar.
BRICKS NEAPOLITAN PIZZA
Downtown Hudson never tasted so good, with plate-size pizzas (baked in a wood-burning oven), pretty salads, well-prepared paninis and desserts, all served in a pleasant storefront setting.
407 2nd St., Hudson, Wis. 1-715-377-7670, eatbricks.com
BLACK SHEEP PIZZA
A model for neighborhood pizzerias everywhere. Swoon over the simple crushed tomato-oregano pizza, then fall heavy for the beauty topped with thin-shaved mushrooms, mozzarella and rosemary. Don't miss the ice cream sandwiches.
600 Washington Av. N., Mpls., 612-342-2625, blacksheeppizza.com
CICI'S PIZZA
It's not the most innovative game in town. But the all -you-can-eat price is just $4.99, there's an ever-changing selection (taco, sausage, pepperoni, cheese, veggie, macaroni-and-cheese, Buffalo chicken) and the staff is friendly. Did I mention $4.99? All you can eat?
1292 Town Centre Dr., Eagan, 651-688-0588, and 4345 Nathan Lane, Plymouth, 763-551-5942, www.cicispizza.com
CREMA CAFE
The charming home of Sonny's Ice Cream also makes a handful of truly swell pizzas, built with thin, crispy crusts and scrupulously chosen toppings. Word to the wise: Don't leave without a scoop of something cold and creamy.
