Caliente Pizza and Draft House – Italian
This high-energy neighborhood haunt buzzes with the conviviality of a classic draft house, where the air is thick with the savory aroma of bubbling cheese and perfectly crisped appetizers. Guests gather over overflowing platters of golden-brown pierogies and inventive, flavor-packed rolls, creating a lively atmosphere where every bite of indulgent comfort food is elevated by a cold craft pour.
2125 Mosside Boulevard, Monroeville PA 15146 https://worldsbestpizza.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegetarian, gluten-free, keto, low-carb, sugar-free, pescatarian, diabetic, atkins, volumetrics, carnivore
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate Caliente for its perfectly cooked, savory appetizers and relaxed vibe that creates a consistently enjoyable dining experience. Reviewers highlight the prompt service and welcoming atmosphere, noting that the quality of the food is matched by its reasonable pricing. Praised for its well-balanced flavors and inviting setting, it stands out as a top recommendation for those seeking a casual yet high-quality meal.
Menu
- Breaded Zucchini - $7.5: Sliced thin and fried with fresh marinara. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Tenders - $8: Crispy Chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Deep Fried Pierogies - $7.5: Served with sour cream. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Hush Puppies - $6.5: Iconically Southern cornmeal fritters. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Loaded Tater Tots - $7.5: Plain or buffalo, nacho cheese & bacon. Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Mozzarella Sticks - $7.5: Breaded with Italian herbs served with fresh marinara. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Appetizer Platter - $15: Hush Puppies, Mozzarella sticks, breaded zucchini, boneless wings, ranch and marinara. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bacon Cheeseburger Rolls - $12: Bacon, burger beef, cheddar cheese, garlic butter, parmesan, thousand island dressing. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bread Stix - $12: Baked with garlic butter and parmesan, served with marinara. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cluckin' Hot Rolls - $10: Grilled chicken, buffalo sauce, sharp cheddar, ranch. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Original Cheeseinator - $12: Mozzarella, provolone, cheddar, garlic butter, parmesan, marinara. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Mee-Maw Pizza - $40: 5 day fermented dough, olive oil, 5 year aged parmesan, local rapini, peppered bacon, shallots, garlic, onions, crushed plum tomatoes, porchetta, shaved black truffle, pecorino Romano. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Quack Attack - $44: Pan seared duck breast, roasted garlic butter sauce, wild mushroom ragu, tomatoes, baby arugula, fontinella, parmesan, truffle garlic oil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Luca Brasi (Small) - $23: Crushed plum tomato sauce, sweet sausage, roasted pepper medley, fresh mozzarella & provolone. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Original Angie Fries - $9: Mild sauce, ranch, topped with cheddar cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Garlic Parmesan Fries - $6.5: Roasted garlic butter & grated parmesan. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Loaded Fries - $10: Plain or buffalo, nacho cheese & bacon. Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Cheeseburger - $15: Half pound beef, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, American cheese. Served with fries or tots. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mushroom Swiss Burger - $16: Half pound beef, lettuce, tomato, red onions, mushrooms, melted Swiss. Served with fries or tots. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Bone-In Wings (5) - $7.5: Choice of wet sauce or dry rub. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Atkins, Carnivore
- Boneless Wings (5) - $7: Made fresh, choice of wet sauce or dry rub. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Antipasta Salad - $14: Tuscan field greens, pepperoni, salami, ham, capicola, banana peppers, roasted red peppers, fresh mozzarella. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Volumetrics
- Steak Salad - $16: Grilled Angus top sirloin, fries, cheddar, Tuscan field greens. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cinnamon Donut Balls - $7: Fried dough doused in cinnamon sugar, served with strawberry glaze or Hershey's syrup. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pennsylvania Dutch Ice Cream - $6: Choice of Chocolate, Mint, Cookies and Cream, Lemon Raspberry, Strawberry Cheesecake, or Vanilla. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Soda (20 oz) - $2.5: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Root Beer, Dr. Pepper.
- 6 Pack Domestic Bottles - $13: Coors Light, Budweiser, Miller Lite, Bud Light, Yuengling, IC Light, Michelob Ultra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Caliente Pizza and Draft House
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Guests celebrate the restaurant for its perfectly cooked appetizers, prompt service, and inviting atmosphere, resulting in a 4.0/5 rating.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- First-time visitors should expect a high-energy Italian draft house known for prompt service, reasonable pricing, and award-winning pizzas like the Mee-Maw.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided restaurant data does not include specific hours of operation for Caliente Pizza and Draft House.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Caliente Pizza and Draft House.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This high-energy draft house is better suited for casual dining than special occasions, offering a relaxed, lively atmosphere with moderate pricing.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Antipasta Salad satisfies multiple diets simultaneously, including keto, gluten-free, low-carb, high-protein, diabetic, sugar-free, atkins, and volumetrics.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with options including vegetarian pierogies, gluten-free antipasta salad, and high-protein dishes like bone-in wings.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The menu supports atkins, carnivore, diabetic, gluten-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, pescatarian, sugar-free, vegetarian, and volumetrics dietary needs.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant has a website at https://worldsbestpizza.com/, though the provided data does not specify online ordering capabilities.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 4.0/5, this Italian restaurant stands out for its high-quality comfort food, prompt service, and extensive dietary options at moderate prices.