Reginelli’s

The Classic from Reginelli’s has meat and vegetables atop a flavorful, crispy crust. The gumbo pizza is especially spicy and memorable. (Photo: Russell Weil)

This casual and family-friendly neighborhood pizza spot offers inspired appetizers such as barbecue shrimp and ciabatta toast and savory spinach and artichoke dip. But it is their hand-tossed specialty pizzas that they are known for. One of their more memorable creations is the Reginelli Gumbo Pizza – andouille, spicy smoked tomato sauce, marinated shrimp, roasted eggplant and pickled okra. Talk about your contrast in flavors. This pizza is not for the faint of heart, but if you like spiciness, this pizza is for you. Traditional Italian dishes such as calzone and tortellini are available, as are a nice variety of salads and sandwiches. Their beer and wine selections vary at each of their two Houston-area locations.