Oregano's Pizza Bistro   

523 W University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281
480-858-0501
www.oreganosaz.com

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Blue Plate Special: Thin crust, hand-tossed or stuffed, Oregano's does pizza in as many styles and with some of the wildest ingredients you're likely to encounter. The Dish: Lawrence Gibbilini's passion for creating and serving hearty Italian fare earned him the nickname 'Lawrence of Oregano'. Unfortunately, except for some home-delivered pizzas in the 1930s, his culinary masterpieces graced only his own table. After his death, when his son discovered a massive stash of dishes and cutlery tucked away, the idea for Oregano's Pizza took flight. There's more to Oregano's than just pizza now, but it's a great place to begin. Opt for a name-your-own topping pizza and choose from a list of 33 items. Stick with the tried and tried like pepperoni and mushroom or reach out for a little cross-cultural noshing and include feta cheese or fajita chicken. Specialties like El Picasso, Southwest Signature and the Bistro Classic rewrite the book on what pizza should be. Salads, sandwiches, soups, wings and pastas serve up even more variety. For dessert, there's a pizza cookie of course. Don't ask; just make sure to save room. The Atmosphere: Casual surroundings, generous portions and reasonable prices make Oregano's a mecca for young diners on a budget. Tight quarters and a high decibel level might scare away the timid during peak hours, but everything's available to go, even the all-you-can-eat items. Lunchtime draws big crowds from offices; dinner fills up with students and locals.