Howies Artisan Pizza - Palo Alto

Bucatini carbonara $18.50) it 's been so long since ive had a great carbonara dish at a restaurant the one from howies was actually pretty good. the only downside for me that doesn 't really have a huge impact on the overall dish more so what i wish was able to be change for improvement) was that it wasn 't as creamy as id like and the ratio of the pasta along with the bacon was also a bit off. what made me a little disappointed was the service with the staff. originally someone had asked us to grab menus, sit down, then they 'll stop by to take our orders. but we sat down for at least 10 minutes before someone assumingly their manager/lead) asked are we ignoring our customers now? as the servers were just standing around. besides the hiccup with their service overall this spot was super cute. there 's indoor and outdoor seating and each spots ' location has their own vibes. from what it seems it 's definitely friends, family, and dates friendly within the plaza theres also a lot of options for desserts, grocery running options, and some small businesses/boutiques! 8/10 would recommend yall to check this place/plaza out thank you again to the staff that acknowledged my friend and i and went above and beyond to make sure we had what needed.

The pasta here is excellent, reminiscent of a high-end Italian restaurant, but at a reasonable price! The atmosphere is perfect for enjoying a meal, although the decor might not be particularly impressive. I'm glad they prioritize keeping prices affordable while having friendly staff and prompt service!

Our top pick for pizza in the Palo Alto and Menlo Park region. The aroma is consistently delightful, even if the slice cutting can be a bit uneven. The flavor stands out as the best in the area, and the pizzas are light— with a thinner crust—so you won’t feel sluggish afterwards, even if you indulge in an extra slice or two.

We still haven't found a GREAT Pizza in this area. But Howie's is pretty good and it's a great place to sit outside and enjoy the day. The service is always wonderful.

The staff was quick, friendly, and attentive, and my half-and-half pizza was fantastic! Lunch is served!