Gaines Street Pies – Italian
Gaines Street Pies is a vibrant local haunt where the intoxicating scent of toasted garlic and bubbling cheese spills out onto the sidewalk, inviting diners into a space buzzing with casual, creative energy. The kitchen turns out golden, pillowy garlic knots and decadent bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers that pair perfectly with crisp, garden-fresh salads and their signature hand-tossed pies. Whether sharing a plate of creamy spinach and artichoke dip or diving into a slice, guests find a welcoming retreat that celebrates the simple, soulful joy of a neighborhood pizzeria.
104 East 6th Avenue, Tallahassee FL 32303 +1-309-236-2666 https://gainesstreetpies.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, high-protein, low-carb, keto, vegan, dairy-free, mediterranean, pescatarian, sugar-free, diabetic, plant-based, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, volumetrics, raw-food, detox, zone, mayo-clinic
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the mighty pies and creative comic-themed menu names, frequently highlighting the dense, chewy crust and unique flavor combinations. Guests love the vibrant, younger energy of the college-area location, noting that the atmosphere is fun and welcoming for a late-night bite. Reviewers consistently praise the super friendly staff for their upbeat service, making every visit feel like a celebration of great food and good vibes.
Menu
Appetizers
- Garlic Knots: 6 stone-baked knots, garlic, butter, Romano cheese, side of marinara Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cheesy Breads: 10" Garlic-Buttered Hand-Tossed dough, mozzarella, provolone, cheddar, Romano cheese, homemade ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Spinach and Artichoke Dip: House-made dip, freshly baked pita bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Caprese Salad: Tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, balsamic reduction Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers: Fresh jalapeños, cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, homemade ranch Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Hummus Plate: Hummus, baked fresh pita bread, roasted red peppers, cucumber slices, kalamata olives, feta cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
Salads
- Side Salad: House or Caesar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- GSP House Salad: Romaine, mushrooms, onions, green peppers, tomato, mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Spinach Salad: Spinach, tomatoes, bacon, egg, onions, feta, house vinaigrette dressing Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics
- Stay Classy Caesar Salad: Romaine, homemade caesar dressing, pecorino Romano, onion, tomato, baked croutons Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Southern Style Greek Salad: Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, feta cheese, onions, kalamata olives, homemade potato salad, sun dried tomato dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Cobb Salad: Romaine, grilled chicken, tomato, bacon, cucumber, egg, gorgonzola, homemade ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Zone
- Arugula Apple Salad: Arugula, green apples, roasted fig, goat cheese crumbles, candied walnuts, house vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Pizzas
- Cheese Pizza Slice: Single slice of cheese pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 10" Cheese Pizza: Hand-tossed dough, pizza sauce, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 14" Cheese Pizza: Hand-tossed dough, pizza sauce, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 18" Cheese Pizza: Hand-tossed dough, pizza sauce, mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pesto Chicken Pizza: Basil pesto, fresh tomato, onions, baked chicken breast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Sugar-Free
- Derek Sanders is a Vegetarian: Green peppers, black olives, onions, spinach, mushrooms, fresh tomato, garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Smitty Pizza: Double pepperoni, mushrooms, sriracha infused pizza sauce, garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Metal Mike Pizza: Chicken, bacon, ranch, garlic, sriracha, green onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Margherita Mayhem Pizza: Basil, tomato, extra virgin olive oil, smoked mozzarella, cracked black pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- The One With Everything On It Pizza: Pepperoni, italian sausage, ham, bell peppers, red onion, mushrooms, black olives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Guy on a Buffalo...Pizza: Ranch dressing base, buffalo sauce, chicken, gorgonzola, green onion, candied jalapeños Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Figure 4 Pizza: Hot capicola, roasted figs, fresh garlic, goat cheese, olive oil base Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The White Sword Pizza: Oil and garlic base, chicken, fresh pineapple, feta, arugula, balsamic reduction, fresh basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- This Is Animal Pizza: Pepperoni, meatball, ham, bacon, romano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Saucy Minx Pizza: Marinara sauce base, meatballs, ricotta cheese, bell peppers, fresh basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Honey I Shrunk The Pigs Pizza: Smoked andouille sausage, cream cheese, orange blossom honey, candied jalapeños Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- White Album Pizza: Ricotta base, arugula, tomato, onion, garlic, basil, truffle oil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- The Temptation Pizza: Vegan cheese, garlic and olive oil base, portabello mushroom, arugula, pineapple, basil, balsamic glaze Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Freaks & Greeks Pizza: Olive oil sun-dried tomato base, artichoke, roasted red peppers, pepperoncinis, feta, kalamata olives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Bruno Sammartino Pizza: Pepperoni, ham, capicola, pepperoncinis, garlic Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Mitchka Pizza: Sausage, baked eggplant, fresh garlic, romano, mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bacon Bleus Pizza: Bacon, Gorgonzola, house roasted red peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- BBQ Chicken Pizza: Light tomato sauce, house BBQ sauce, chicken, yellow onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mo Rockin': Basil pesto base, eggplant, onions, feta, fresh garlic, basil, cracked black pepper Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- The Harty Party: Vodka cream sauce base, fresh mozzarella, pesto swirl Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- The Foxy Cleopatra: Hummus base, mozzarella, Kalamata olives, seasoned artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, feta cheese, homemade sun-dried tomato dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Mayo-Clinic
Calzones
- 10" Calzone (One Topping): Ricotta, mozzarella, and one topping of choice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 14" Calzone (One Topping): Ricotta, mozzarella, and one topping of choice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Florentine Calzone: Tender sliced chicken breast, ricotta, mozzarella, house made spinach and artichoke dip Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Sandwiches and Wraps
- Newsom's Italian Sub: Pepperoni, capicola, ham, arugula, onion, tomato, cheese, balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Parmesan Sub: Grilled chicken breast, house made marinara, mozzarella, romano, hoagie roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Meatball Parmesan Sub: Homemade meatballs, house made marinara, mozzarella, romano, hoagie roll Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Caesar Sub: Chicken breast, mozzarella, romaine, onion, romano, house caesar dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Parmesan Sub: Eggplant, house made marinara, mozzarella, romano, hoagie roll Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- BBQ Chicken Wrap: Grilled chicken, onion, mozzarella, cheddar, bbq sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap: Grilled chicken, sliced onion, mozzarella, gorgonzola, buffalo sauce, homemade ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bowsers Bluff Wrap: Grilled chicken, bacon, homemade spinach/artichoke dip, mozzarella, goat cheese, sriracha infused ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Hero Wrap: Chicken breast, fresh spinach, kalamata olives, onion, mozzarella, feta, homemade sun-dried tomato dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean
Desserts
- The Cheesecake Calzone: New York Cheesecake filling, milk chocolate, 10" calzone, cinnamon Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cookies and Cream Pie: Hand-tossed dough, rich butter, cream cheese, white chocolate, Oreos Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaines Street Pies
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Gaines Street Pies offers a vibrant, casual atmosphere with a creative comic-themed style and high-energy, welcoming vibes near the college area.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Gaines Street Pies offers a casual, budget-friendly dining experience with a fun, comic-themed atmosphere and vibrant energy near the college area.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with vegan, keto, gluten-free, and vegetarian options like The Temptation Pizza and Greek salads.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect a budget-friendly, comic-themed Italian spot with friendly staff, creative pizzas, and a vibrant college-area atmosphere.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Gaines Street Pies has an overall average rating of 5.0/5.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- Gaines Street Pies is open daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM to serve its signature hand-tossed pizzas.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers and Southern Style Greek Salad both accommodate multiple diets, including keto and gluten-free requirements simultaneously.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) Italian restaurant offers excellent value, earning a perfect 5.0/5 rating for its creative pies and friendly service.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly Italian spot stands out with its perfect 5.0/5 rating, creative comic-themed menu, and exceptionally diverse dietary options.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Gaines Street Pies specializes in Italian cuisine, specifically featuring hand-tossed pizzas, garlic knots, and a variety of creative specialty pies.