Grumpy's Pizza - Verdun

As a beer enthusiast, I used to visit Grumpy's every couple of months when it was known for showcasing the best home brew suppliers. One conversation with the...

While we were there, we were also told that the pizzas cost $25 if our group ordered at least five, otherwise they were priced at $29. That meant either paying too much for pizza or having to coordinate a large group of strangers on what to order. With 16 friends and a lack of clear communication, I decided to skip the pizza, buy a beer instead, and enjoy the live acoustic music in the courtyard—which was honestly the highlight of the experience. So, sigh… Grumpy's.

I had the worst culinary experience. The garlic bread was the first item that was supposed to arrive, but it didn't come out as planned. Half of our table of seven received their food while the rest of us waited over 45 minutes. When my pizza finally arrived, it was the wrong order. We were able to get refunds, but by then, we were all just too frustrated and hungry.

Last night, my mother and I visited a restaurant that's just around the corner from my house, and I’m a huge fan of a good wood-fired pizza. If you’re dining solo...

This place really puts me in a gloomy mood, which suits its name perfectly. In the past, it was a spot where everyone was enjoying themselves in the hills, including my brother. He...