So that cute girl or guy in Spanish class
finally succumbed to your pestering and agreed to go on a date with you, and
you need to impress. Where do you go? There aren’t exactly many fancy places to
eat around campus! Well, I’ve found just the spot you’re looking for.
Last weekend, I had the opportunity to
dine at Dough Pizzeria Napoletana, located just off of Loop 410 in San Antonio.
This restaurant is so good, it was featured on the Food Network Channel show,
“Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives,” making it one of only 23 eateries in the city
to be featured on a national television show!
Dough most definitely deserves this
honor, too. The atmosphere, service, and, most importantly, the food are among
some of the best I’ve had in San Antonio.
Immediately when you walk in the door,
your senses are filled with the sounds and smells of an authentic Italian
pizzeria. The scent of the fresh mozzarella that is the glorious centerpiece of
the restaurant fills your nose, while the pleasant sounds of jazz music and
light conversation fills your ears. The restaurant is not large by any stretch,
but it does not at all feel cramped. All of the employees at Dough are polite,
informed and eager to give you good service. They do an excellent job telling
you about the restaurant’s specials, as well as their extensive wine collection
(for those of age, of course). I was also informed that the pizzeria hosts live
jazz performances every couple of weeks, which I definitely have to see!
Overall, the atmosphere and the service are top-notch.
I made sure to order a dish featuring the
famed homemade mozzarella, deciding on the “Fior Di Latte Burrata,” one of the
dishes featured on television. This dish was honestly one of the best I’ve had
in the city, or anywhere for that matter! Simply comprised of the marvelous
mozzarella, deliciously bright tomatoes, a smooth basil pesto sauce, and crunchy
flatbread to eat it all on, this dish is the perfect combination of Italian
flavors without being too heavy, making it a great dish to share with your hot
date! It is slightly pricy by college student standards, at $16, but it is absolutely
worth the money if you’re willing to pay.
This incredible Italian eatery has taken
a top spot on my list of places to go, and I hope you like it too. Whether it
is with that date, or for any other occasion as well, Dough’s comfortable
environment and immensely satisfying food will definitely keep you coming back
for more!
-Brennan
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