I’m a pretty picky eater, but if there’s one thing I always love, it’s a nice slice of pizza. After hearing good things about Grapevine’s neighborhood joint
Fireside Pies, I decided it was time to head over there and check it out.
First impressions of the copper-toned, dimly lit restaurant were warm and inviting. A friendly waitress explained that their pies, baked to perfection in a custom pecan wood-fired oven, were big enough to share, so my friend Pete and I split a Straight Pie, which features a delectable blend of four cheeses over the restaurant’s superb sauce. The thin pizza crust was chewy and moist, and the mix of cheeses was just right. Many of Fireside Pies’ ingredients, such as the parmesan reggiano and the prosciutto, are imported from Italy. You can select from a dozen pre-set combos or make your own pizza by selecting from a large assortment of meats, cheeses and veggies.
Fair warning that this place gets packed, so if you’re going for dinner on a weekend, get there early or be prepared to potentially wait for a seat. But don't fret if that's the case — you can always belly up to the bar and sip a beer, wine, martini or their heralded sangria.
Fireside Pies is located at 1285 S. Main St. For more information, visit the
website, or call 817-416-1285.