Isabella's Pizzeria - Hammond

Great pizza with plenty of meat. We'll definitely come back. It's a bit tucked away off Railroad Avenue, so make sure to use GPS to find it.

Years ago, this restaurant was fantastic. Unfortunately, the service has really declined, and it seems like the pizza dough has changed from what it used to be. The food took a long time to come out, despite there only being three other people here. I won't be returning; this place really needs improvement.

**Date of Order: December 3, 2022, at 4:39 PM** **Overall Rating: 3/5 Stars** **Price and Quantity: 3/5 Stars** I ordered from Isabella’s Pizzeria via DoorDash, and here’s my experience: **Pizza Margherita: 1/5 Stars** As a substitution for my original order of Shrimp Pesto Pizza, which was unavailable, the restaurant suggested Margherita Pizza at the same price. Unfortunately, this pizza was nothing like the picture. It resembled a basic cheese pizza, lacking the fresh basil that was prominently featured in the image—there were just two small, burnt bits of blackened substance. The tomatoes were tiny and diced rather than the nice chunks shown in the promotional images. **Alfredo Pasta (Chicken): 5/5 Stars** On a positive note, the Chicken Alfredo Pasta was delightful, featuring a creamy sauce with generous chunks of chicken. It was a decent portion for the price of $8.25. **Roasted Eggplant and Red Pepper Sandwich: 2/5 Stars** At $9.95, this sandwich was underwhelming. It was mostly melted mozzarella cheese, with only a few slices of eggplant and minimal mayo. While I could tell there were a few bits of red pepper, they didn’t contribute much to the overall flavor, leaving me disappointed. **Mozzarella Sticks: 4/5 Stars** The mozzarella sticks were the highlight of my order. They were big, thick, and well-breaded. However, they could have been hotter, and the cheese wasn’t fully melted. The accompanying marinara sauce had good flavor, but there wasn’t enough of it for the number of sticks served, leading me to grab some spaghetti sauce from my refrigerator. The Parmesan on top was hard and bitter, which didn't complement the dish at all. **BBQ Chicken and Ham Panini (with salad): 2/5 Stars** This was another letdown. The bread was overly hard, and the ham was sliced so thin it was nearly imperceptible. Surprisingly, even the BBQ sauce lacked flavor, tasting more like ketchup. The croutons in the side salad were stale as well. I was excited to try Isabella’s Pizzeria for the first time, especially given the limited Italian options available for pescatarians. It’s unfortunate that the Shrimp Pesto Pizza was not on the menu, as it was a key item for me. Overall, the quality of the food varied greatly, with many items suffering from a lack of care and attention to flavor. The significant difference between the advertised and received Margherita Pizza was particularly disappointing—how could it be just a cheese pizza without any basil? In summary, if you are looking for a panini filled with melted mozzarella cheese without much else in terms of flavor, this might be the place for you. However, for the price, the lack of flavor for the sandwiches is simply unacceptable. I don’t anticipate ordering from Isabella’s Pizzeria again; I’d prefer Joe’s Italian Restaurant, which has fantastic garlic bread, or even Pizza Hut or Domino’s. I do want to give credit to DoorDash for their prompt handling of the order issue. They contacted me right away regarding the missing item and offered to cancel my order, but I opted for a substitution. They were efficient in addressing my request. **Tips for Ordering:** 1. Take a screenshot of each menu item you order in case an item is removed later. 2. Have a second-choice item in mind that's the same price to avoid pressure when your first choice is unavailable. Bon Appétit! **Update:** I was able to reach out to DoorDash about the issues with the Margherita Pizza and the flavorless sandwiches, and I received a partial refund. I usually don’t complain because I understand it’s not DoorDash’s fault, but this experience prompted me to voice my concerns. I appreciate the service, especially given my mobility issues that prevent me from easily picking up food myself.

First, service was beyond expectations (thank you Ashley). Second, prices were very fair. Third, this was our first time so we ordered different items, food was superb. All everyone could say was you have to try mine. 54 years of my life and never have I eaten at a pizzeria that blew me away.

Amazing pizza , great services , love the mia salad and the thin crust pizza. highly recommend this place