Johnny Jo’s Pizzeria

Though Johnny Jo’s Pizzeria is a superb place for a slice of pizza, that may be hard to imagine at first. After all, the restaurant is about 12 feet wide and only has two parking spaces and one table. But that’s exactly what makes it so fantastic.

The slices of pizza at Johnny Jo’s have a flavor profile unlike most others. This comes from the amazing sauce, with spices that add depth that most other pizzas don’t have. The hand-tossed crust was the perfect vessel for this, and the heated-to-order style made the cheese perfectly melted for a thoroughly great combination of tastes. The variety of pizza at Johnny Jo’s outshines most other pizzerias, with slices ranging from mozzarella and basil to tomato and artichoke.

Johnny Jo’s also serves glass-bottled sodas, which accompany their slices of pizza well. The service doesn’t stand out, but the pizza is served quickly. If you’re planning to eat there, don’t worry — the open door helps the restaurant to feel less crowded despite its size. Do check into the hours, though, as the restaurant closes mid-day and its lunch and dinner schedules don’t match up.

Perhaps the true test of how great the pizza at Johnny Jo’s is that it’s worth driving into Kansas City and eating at such a small restaurant just for its flavorful slices. Of the three places reviewed, Johnny Jo’s was definitely the best place to end on.