This is the second time I've driven two hours for this pizza and will not be the last. Service is great and the pizza is some of the best I've ever tried. The storefront is unassuming but the interior is quirky without trying too hard. Sign the wall in chalk and chow down on perfectly crisp crust and creative flavor combinations using local products. My only regret was not getting another pizza to bring home with me.
Vegan Restaurant
baked (pizzas)
· $$$$ · galesburg · Strict-vegan verified
Fully vegan
Editor synopsis · 0 reviews
Diners overwhelmingly call out the signature dish as the must-order. The vibe reads as vegan restaurant — service is consistently described as warm and unhurried. Common gotcha: queues form at peak times — go early or late.
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This is the second time I've driven two hours for this pizza and will not be the last. Service is great and the pizza is some of the best I've ever tried. The storefront is unassuming but the interior is quirky without trying too hard. Sign the wall in chalk and chow down on perfectly crisp crust and creative flavor combinations using local products. My only regret was not getting another pizza to bring home with me.
I believe that my search for the BEST PIZZA in the world (outside of Italy) has ended. "BAKED PIZZA" in Galesburg, Illinois (you read correctly, ILLINOIS!) serves an unbelievable pie. I had a five hour layover between Amtrak journeys (Southwest Chief and California Zephyr) so wanted to have best possible nosh in this Abraham-Lincoln-Slept-Here town within walking distance from the train depot. Thanks to Google Maps, Baked Pizza was top on the list. Sadly, they are closed on Sundays - my scheduled stop in Galesburg. So, I went to another local pizza place. That was an unfortunate disappointment. But, say hallelujah!, my return trip was on a Wednesday, so Baked Pizza was my highest priority. And color me grateful to Google Maps! Fortunately, I found this little hole-in-the-wall without difficulty. I entered into a brick sided wonderland. It must have been a white rabbit that led me there. I could not believe my otherworldly experience. I was greeted by the most cordial of greeter, Estefania. She was ever so patient and accommodating with my hearing disability. Baked Pizza was off to a great start! I took my time deciding which of the Lewis Carroll's fantasy pizzas to choose while I sipped their Two Hearted IPA. The Herbs and Goat Cheese was the winner. And what a winner it is! Dominated by basil, the herbs are fresh and wonderful. The mozzarella are geniusly complimented by the gentle goat cheese. And the herbs! Youd think that you were in Provence! Finally, and not at all leastly, the garlic oil is a finishing touch without equal. I admit that I dismissed the garlic oil as an advertising gimmick. Nay, I say! This seemingly add-on is essential. It is a must for the definive crispy crust! IMO, there is no equal. So, the next time you're within 500 mile if Galesburg Illinois, try Baked Pizza. You won't be sorry.
I believe that my search for the BEST PIZZA in the world (outside of Italy) has ended. "BAKED PIZZA" in Galesburg, Illinois (you read correctly, ILLINOIS!) serves an unbelievable pie. I had a five hour layover between Amtrak journeys (Southwest Chief and California Zephyr) so wanted to have best possible nosh in this Abraham-Lincoln-Slept-Here town within walking distance from the train depot. Thanks to Google Maps, Baked Pizza was top on the list. Sadly, they are closed on Sundays - my scheduled stop in Galesburg. So, I went to another local pizza place. That was an unfortunate disappointment. But, say hallelujah!, my return trip was on a Wednesday, so Baked Pizza was my highest priority. And color me grateful to Google Maps! Fortunately, I found this little hole-in-the-wall without difficulty. I entered into a brick sided wonderland. It must have been a white rabbit that led me there. I could not believe my otherworldly experience. I was greeted by the most cordial of greeter, Estefania. She was ever so patient and accommodating with my hearing disability. Baked Pizza was off to a great start! I took my time deciding which of the Lewis Carroll's fantasy pizzas to choose while I sipped their Two Hearted IPA. The Herbs and Goat Cheese was the winner. And what a winner it is! Dominated by basil, the herbs are fresh and wonderful. The mozzarella are geniusly complimented by the gentle goat cheese. And the herbs! Youd think that you were in Provence! Finally, and not at all leastly, the garlic oil is a finishing touch without equal. I admit that I dismissed the garlic oil as an advertising gimmick. Nay, I say! This seemingly add-on is essential. It is a must for the definive crispy crust! IMO, there is no equal. So, the next time you're within 500 mile if Galesburg Illinois, try Baked Pizza. You won't be sorry.
Heard great reviews about this place and read an article last year that they were ranked top three in the state of Illinois for best pizza which is a very bold statement. Finally able to stop in and check this place out. Went with the recommendation I was given on ordering the sweet corn Pizza. Was good. Not amazing but good. I think some of the reviews are comparing apples to oranges as when you think of Chicago Pizza versus this place they're not the same. I also am not a fan of white sauce on pizza so I need to give this place a second opinion and stop in and try a red sauce pizza. Overall, great experience great atmosphere and a very tasty pizza. I will happily stop in again to try something else off the menu and an update my review when that time comes. Other things to note, free parking on the street otherwise there's a parking lot down the road about a block. Seating is moderate. Probably not meant for large groups of people but you could easily fit 30- 40 people. Leslie, the prices did reflect the quality and quantity of the pizza. My 12-in specialty pizza came out to 16 bucks 👍