Though Masa of Echo Park first began captivating locals pining for Chicago-style deep dish pizza back in 2004, this newer Melrose pizzeria is more likely to win over actual transplants from the Midwest. With a better crust-to-filling ratio than its better known competitor, Blackbird offers the real deal beyond just checking every box on what a deep dish pizza should have. Though the pies, of course, are baked in a two-inch-deep pan and feature a fresh cornmeal crust, the chunky fillings and copious amounts of cheese aren’t forced to compete with breading for your stomach space. Available in small, large and even personal-sized versions, one forkful will be enough to make you a convert.
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Details
- Address
- 7459 Melrose Ave
- Los Angeles
- 90046
- Price:
- $$
- Opening hours:
- Thurs 4–8pm; Fri 4–9pm; Sat 2–9pm; Sun 2–8pm
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