South Shore Bar Pizza: The Story Behind the Style

[@bos6782]

The Town Spa in Stoughton, one of the best. Also Js Flying Pizza in Bridgewater. Amazing

[@nodayatthebeach]

I agree to both town spa and J's flying. I think Central cafe in Middleboro also makes a good onel. I'll eat a Lynwood or cape cod cafe too.

[@deanfw252]

I missed seeing Town Spa Pizza in Stoughton included here. My favorite is linguica, onion, banana pepper - extra crispy.

[@Ripcookiethief]

I'm a simple man. When I see a type of pizza I've never seen before, I go to try it.

[@davidprejsnar5110]

From Western Mass but will try to get to the Lynwood whenever in the area. All are good but The pizza with Linguica, to die for!

[@wickedmrzilla]

It was nice to hear from the families that run these places and the passion and legacy behind them. Thanks for doing this. Nice job putting it all together. 👍

[@LordMekanicus]

He did a fine job indeed! I wonder what he would think of yours....

[@terryzabon333]

Alumni Cafe in Quincy had best pizza - Rob Routier and his brother was the pizza cook at one time. Made the best pizza ever. Anyone remember?

[@JtheMac50]

I literally just commented about Alumni before seeing yours. I lived near the Naz and would go there all the time with my friends

[@terryzabon333]

@@JtheMac50 I loved that place. Id get a cold beer and a hamburger / mushroom pizza.. Id sit in the left side dining room in Pizza slut heaven. 😂🤣

[@kevindiossi]

My wife is from Brockton and got me started on “Bar Pizza” when we visited her family. Now it’s a MUST HAVE stop and we’ve even ordered frozen Cape Cod pizza to go. Cool to see all the places putting their own spin on it.

[@flatdaddio]

I've had pizza from the Cape Cod and Georges many years ago. Always great pizza.

[@afelle]

Great video. Nice to hear the shout outs to Tip Top, Brockton Cafe, Georges... Back when pizza delivery really took off in the 80's there were Tip Top trucks driving around Brockton with 'Stop me and I'll sell you a pizza' painted on the side.

[@WillyLee23]

New York, Chicago, Michigan, even Connecticut has been popular on the pizza scene lately. I'm glad Massachusetts is getting some recognition.

[@toddmussman8486]

I grew up on Town Spa as our number one go to! The Lynnwood was a close second for sure.

[@paramedivmso4]

Got Lynwood last night. Havent been since the passing of my brother 12 years ago. it was his favorite and we went in his honor after his burial. Great pizza as always.

[@judyt5542]

My grandfather was also a Lithuanian immigrant who settled in Brockton and worked at Knapp shoes. He became known as the honorary Mayor of Brockton. I was born there but moved out of state when I was 5. As a teenager I lived at the cape with my uncle and grandmother. Friday nights my uncle would always bring us bar pies from a place in the Lithuanian section of Brockton. To this day it’s my favorite type pie and I buy them on Gold Belly.

[@johnpercychisholm9957]

I grew up on the south shore and I've eaten almost every one of these places, hell I grew up with Tony from Poopsie's. Really awesome to see these places all running still.

[@1125bjfitz]

I grew up in Hanover .. and Cape Cod Pizza was a treat to have when my parents didn’t want to cook. I’m now a 7 year transplant in Los Angeles and I wish there was some decent bar pizza ANYWHERE in this city.

[@joesutinen7705]

Awesome video and great stories from some incredibly passionate and humble folks. The comradery is very similar to the tavern style pizza in the Midwest. I know I love making South Shore Bar style in my 10" pans 🙌

[@scorptarget]

Great video! I live in New Bedford, Massachusetts and have been blessed recently to be able to visit Lynwood, Cape COD Cafe, The Venus Cafe, Poopsie’s, Town Spa, Johnny Kono’s and Monte’s in the North Shore so far! Fantastic bar pizzas can’t wait to continue my journey.

[@NeutralGloomBot]

You ever tried Mike's Restaurant in Fairhaven? I always liked their bar pizza. Been going there for damn near 40 years now.

[@Nuttyirishman85]

Give Emma’s a go, not from the grocery store. Not incredible, but it’s another check off your list. I miss Ernie’s in Plymouth, I liked their buy one get one tuesdays. We tried to get there every Tuesday. It’s a damn CVS now. Before I forget, try gillis family tavern in Plymouth. They recently switched names, but still got the Mac attack bar pizza, must try.

[@6laka.]

Man pa raffas in new bedford is the best thin crust pizza there is

[@NeutralGloomBot]

@@6laka. And their eggplant fries are amazing

[@JudiChristopher]

EXCELLENT VIDEO Thank YOU for sharing this Great Video

[@VIOLETheavenBeenMyHandle]

I worked at cape cod cafe and i live too far to drive there for it now. I miss it though

[@adamw8469]

Wonderful! Eating at Town Spa for 50+ years. Had Poopsies, Lynwood, all fantastic. The Sps is the first place I visit when I get back to the US. Pizza in Europe is nothing like South Shore Bar Pizzas

[@WestPalmWoody]

Growing up in the South Shore, the Holy Trinity was Cape Cod Cafe, Lynwood and Town Spa.

[@richfredericks707]

what a great video all of the owners and the managers were so compasionate about there products. and they all encouraged each other Thank you

[@ralphwinfield2872]

Wicked interesting

[@lmccahill45]

It was so fun to see and hear about the town of bourne in this. So many times my grandparents' town is left out of these types of videos. Thank you for including authentic no touristy cape cod.

[@Webkinzofficial]

Venus pizza goes hard. Ludicrously scrumptious pies, nothing compares.

[@JudiChristopher]

EXCELLENT VIDEO Thank you so much for sharing this video

[@habequiddam]

Really knocked it out of the park with this one. *chef's kiss*

[@emichels]

Seems like an awesome place. Cheers from Florida.

[@mikefinneran8821]

I would go to Linwood Pizza when I was a kid with my parents back in the 50’s. I love the Pizza only wish I lived closer!

[@davidmelo4771]

Great job with the video. It was awesome to see and know more about the local pizza shops we come to love and enjoy. As a home pizza enthusiast it was cool to pick up some tricks from the best. Took me 10 years to perfect it. Being in FL I have no choice but to make it myself until I visit. Mine are like Lynwood. Some sauces on the videos were runnier than others and just seeing that you can tell whether it was crushed with paste or crushed with puree or just crushed. Granted each have their own seasonings and different cheese blends. Anyway Cheers to the man who started it all, Louis Ghelfi.

[@johns280]

You guys are a credit to humanity.

[@dj-kq4fz]

The first beer I ever had in a restaurant was in Cape Cod Cafe in Brockton in the mid 70's. Had their pizza before that, had beers before that, but the combo was the best thing ever in my young life. (ETA: totally forgot about the Tip Top! Been to the Lobster Trap many times, thanks guys!)

[@millieharvey4679]

Don't forget to get the best pans from Bobby Owens at Bay State Restaurant Products in Brockton. I have Lloyd's pans as well Bobby's and pizzas slide right out. This was a great video. I remember going to many if the pizza bars noted as a kid. Just like it was stated-it was a big deal going to get the pizza with your dad!

[@mountain36wolf]

Just heard that a former South shore resident has moved to our Denver Boulder CO area. He opened a food truck; I'm looking forward to trying this pizza style.

[@scottperine8027]

My hometown pizza joint in Rockville Maryland made pizza this way,the large was square,just two sizes and all baked to crispy edges with perfection every time.

[@Knight-_-Owl]

Great video, make more of this format and your channel will grow. Editing, backing music and camera work is excellent.

[@danhurney8094]

Flying home back east in a couple weeks ago. I can't wait 😋

[@walterstewart1927]

Truly excellent video, a real education!!! Thanks so much!!

[@rbewhe1222]

absolutely brilliant video. really love this style of pizza and this is a great insight into its roots

[@JudiChristopher]

QUESTION: What do most of you like... them putting the Pizza in a BOX... or a Paper Bag with two plates, one on the top and one on the bottom?

[@nodayatthebeach]

I preferred the plates and bag. When I was growing up in Stoughton that's how the Town spa used to do it back when they were in the center next to the old police station. We had family pizza night every friday from there.

[@JudiChristopher]

@@nodayatthebeach EXACTLY... I agree... it is Nostalgic. Plus it's just Family Familiar, and if you have to eat it away from home... You have 2 plate and a sack to throw everything away once you're done.

[@jstuart1980]

Really liked this and the roast beef video. Keep up the good work!

[@strazed1]

such a good video. so many underrated people like this nowadays and that pizza lopoks SO GOOD

[@999Lucas]

As a big fan of the pizza in and around detroit i feel like this pie is a kindred spirit of sorts, especially when you mention the lacing. a detroit pie's lacing is from cheese typically, so its cool to see a different perspective.

[@jarsen1355]

North West of Boston, my go to for pizza was George's in Lowell then Dracut. Lord, I hope they make a comeback somewhere!

[@eggrolldeluxe]

This is an awesome video. Thank you for making it, & letting viewers know about this style of pizza.

[@Kaiza989]

Man I would love to try this style of pizza

[@RHM2345]

Was a pleasure to watch this video.

[@SweatLaserXP]

It's a little bit similar to Detroit pizza because of the caramelized cheese and sauce at the edge of the pan. I'll have to pick up a 10" pan and try this at home. I do like the frozen Cape Cod pizzas from the supermarket, although they're not exactly the same.

[@andrew9145]

So good 👍 im from Chicago originally.. ive lived in nyc and now live in Connecticut.. bar pie is legendary

[@message22610]

Surely you’ve tried Colony Grille ?

[@andrew9145]

@message22610 I didn't mean Bar as in the pizza place... lol but yes I have its unbelievable

[@message22610]

@@andrew9145 I understood what you meant 😉 and yes, it is legendary !!! til this day Colony is my favourite pizza. I love that hot oil…. Also the onion topping is great too.

[@Puertahaitian]

Really enjoyed this video, very well done.

[@jonnychrist69]

Cape Cod Cafe I feel like is the original. But I really love Stoneys in Middleboro. They have a nice signature flavor because of their oven kind of like the original CCC.. Try Stoneys in Middleboro for a quality Bar pizza..

[@ald.3387]

These look amazing. I make a lot of my homemade similarly. When the sauce and cheese become one, you know it's sacred.

[@maxlapaz5198]

Great job Mr. Mortimer! Part of me is complaining that the folks at Town Spa in Stoughton weren't included, but you can't have 'em all. Thanks for introducing some new places to stop and try!

[@DannyMortimer]

Thank you! They were unfortunately going through some Covid issues when I was filming this but would have loved to include them

[@fergamis]

I live in Florida now, but when I lived in Randolph, Lynnwood pizza was bar none my favorite food. Amvets does a great bar pie too. Prez needs to go back to his roots and re-review the bar pies!

[@ramencurry6672]

He may not be a big fan of it. Maybe casually like it. He’s more of a New Haven pizza and New York preferred

[@JtheMac50]

Agreed. 8 was weak for Lynwood. I think would be high 8s with the way he scores now. It’s a 10 for me!

[@Joemondaking]

Great video, seriously man great job

[@adamd7810]

Great video. Thank you.

[@buddymartin3609]

Hajjar's in Weymouth was the best place for a fantastic family night! We miss you!

[@JudiChristopher]

OKAY People... I need your HELP. I used to work out of Boston for 12 years... and never got to eat a SSBP... How sad is that? Now... I am in the midst of moving back to Albuquerque, New Mexico (US) to RE-Open my Acting Studio and also to have Dinner Theatre for my Acting Students. I have had a Cafe before... so I know the drill... but this time, if possible I want to have a Food Trailer called "The Dessert Bar"... where not only can the cliente buy Dessert but also have a wine and beer bar to go with this Dinner Theatre.. "Cash Bar".... You have to have Beer to go with a South Shore Bar Pizza... I need to know where I can BUY the Pans... and I need to learn the BEST Dough I can make... what is the best Cheese too Thank you for your help... I really want my Acting Students to experience the Camaraderie of knowing how special it is to share a South Shore Bar Pizza... The Best of the Best. Thank you so much, Judi

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

My very favorite is Detroit-style, but the thicker-crust variant of this style is definitely second, and how I usually make pizza at home.

[@luckyduckydrivingschool3615]

my favorite style of pizza

[@ocrun6765]

Looks like school lunch pizza from when I was a kid. Brings back memories.

[@ramencurry6672]

It is kind of similar but like an upgraded version

[@ChefdeVT]

Cool video, gotta love pizza anyway ya put it. Check out the white clam pie from southwest CT 🤤

[@nicklindsay3418]

You missed Town Spa Pizza in Stoughton MA. 20 min from Boston...pretty popular

[@PinHeadThePopeOfHell]

No one cares about that dump😅🎉

[@B1900pilot]

If any of you recall, this is the same kind of pizza, the "Pizza Tower" made in Falmouth, MA in the 60s-70s

[@teapotdome]

the marshfield venus is my personal favorite. tommy doyle's in brockton is also good.

[@dotconnector76]

Bar Pizza looks really good. I'd like to try it.

[@billyt.7306]

10:20 LOL he did not just say he was using a magnifying glass on the sauce 🤣🤣🤣

[@bennyblanco1280]

Da Lobsta Trap! Gonna have to check out some pizza spots next time I'm up The Cape!

[@gulfgypsy]

Never seen pickles on a pizza before -- but think I might like it --- Would be a nice contrast of the pickle with the tangy sauce and crispy edges.

[@clsieczka]

Dill pickles on pizza is great to try! Sauerkraut and sausage too! I know, I know, but give it a go.

[@gulfgypsy]

@@clsieczka I've made pizza with sauerkraut and Polish sausage before and it's really good!!! Add some onions and sliced black olives and it's perfection!!

[@clsieczka]

@@gulfgypsy I will add olives and onions next time ! My other 2 different favorites are a potato pizza ( yes Italians do this) and the other is pickled jalapeños, Joe Beddia’s recipe is great. Buon Appetito 😊

[@zyxwvut4740]

I've started putting Racconto's Spicy Pizza Topping on my homemade pies. It's pickled serrano and jalapeño peppers, olives, celery, bell pepper, cauliflower, and carrot with oil and garlic powder. It's delicious!

[@RoastPorkandGreens]

We got legendary bar pie establishments in NJ

[@dibdab0]

I’m surprised Town Spa Pizza in Stoughton didn’t make the list

[@brendaeaves1079]

I Wish We Had A Place Like This In My Town,Pizza’s Look “Delicious!” So Hungry Now😊❤

[@lousekoya1803]

Wow thats a great viodeo !! Does anyone know where we can get similar bar pizza pan ? thanks

[@kalasmournrex1470]

It’s like everything I love about Detroit-Style pizza but without a pound of bread. Nice

[@ramencurry6672]

I think it’s better than Detroit overall

[@bilbonanno4443]

You missed the king; the best of the best, Town Spa!

[@kendossendos9300]

Most def good stuff here boys. Looks like everyone else already said it. Keep it up.

[@paulie2tanks175]

Great video! Love the Lynwood!!

[@dragonslowroller1541]

I like thin crust but a restaurant family size pizza is my favorite . What is that almost 1/2 " crust and almost 3/4 of sauce cheese and toppings slow baked . Not quite a deep dish but what we call a family pizza pie. Usually 2 or 3 pieces your full and its great for leftovers breakfast . One tip everyone must try is seperate tomatoes triangle cut, cold and put on seperately after delivered . 🍕

[@dragonslowroller1541]

Pepporini and salami or ham is usually salty cause it's pork so it goes well with fresh 🍅 tomatoes. And really pizza is tomatoes crushed or fresh. Typical Canadian favorite is mushrooms green pepper onions pepperoni layered and ham . Lots of cheese baked golden . Must cool before eating so topping don't slip off meat or burn you, and cold tomatoes on top if you add your own.

[@sittingduhk]

1:02 these are some very smooth moves, no spoon

[@brendaeaves1079]

I Would Luv A Place Like This In My Little Town Below Charlotte NC,Yum😊So Hungry Watching This At 3:10am😂❤

[@CriticalThinker08]

@0:09 TONY!!! Good to see ya bro

[@JonO387]

Every different pizza place isn't a different style of pizza. This is pizza.

[@richardbora1827]

looks great!!!!

[@megandolimpio6579]

The Alumni in North Quincy was the definition

[@Invalid.Argument]

hope all is well. missing newer videos

[@blznft9513]

Looks soo good

[@cmlxjcky]

I would love to see the 110 compiled on a google maps list or something

[@Steve_643]

I didn’t know bar pizza was a thing till Dave Portnoy’s One Bite Reviews

[@Leto_0]

Like he says in the video, lots of different weird toppings. It's weird when you meet someone who's uptight about the kind of toppings they allow on their _bar_ food

[@paulie2tanks]

I'm from Brockton, but I gotta say, Lynwood is the best for SSBP! Paulie

[@Quickcat21MK]

Two places worth visiting. Lynnwood pizza in randolph, and cape cod cafe in brockton. Look in the end its a small amount of doe an some cheese an tomatoe sauce. Town spa, legit, serves you a tiny pizza and charges more. Want bbq sauce instead of pizza sauce, they wack ya more money. I mean they might as well not serve sauce, an ask for a buck to add it. Couple other spots worth going to too not mentioned. So skip the town spa in stoughton.

[@hefniehawkins1564]

Wow great content.. damn pizzas looked delicious.. loved the Vibe of the Folks of the Establishments.. Noice

[@lanster77schannel]

Wait are the cape cod Cafe Demoulas' the same as the Market Basket Demoulas'?

[@lanster77schannel]

Also just gotta say Lynnwood is the #1 bar pie, maybe the best pizza in mass

[@adamw8469]

I just bought the authentic pans at Baystate Restaurant Service. 9 Hervey Street, Brockton, Massachusetts 02301, United States. Great people, family business.

[@justinfowler5761]

Looks good

[@michaelyahner6695]

tips tricks for the dough, how does it differ from a traditional recipe?

[@mikec6607]

The crocodile lounge in NYC gives you a ticket for a free pizza with every drink you buy. At least they did before Covid. I don’t know if it’s even still around now.

[@lousekoya1803]

Hello Danny ! I asked this qestion one year ago and I'd like to ask it again and maybe I'll get lucky this time , hihi ! I know you must be very busy so I understand ! I iive near Montreal and make pizza at home for friends amd family but around here, we don't have good pans , they don't cook the bottom like they should. Could you tell me where I could order some pans from the USA so I can make better pizzas ? Appreciate ! Lou

[@DannyMortimer]

Hi Lou, a lot of the restaurants in the video use Bobby Owens pans - if you search that or Bay State Restaurant Products you should be able to order some. Hope that helps!

[@lousekoya1803]

@@DannyMortimer Thank you so much Danny ! I really appreciate !

[@Sarnahanfi]

this makes me want to visit usa once again :D

[@GothicTeaVea]

I'm from the South shore And I just moved up to Somerville where can I get This pizza here.