Gino's - Poughkeepsie

I was pleasantly surprised by this traditional pizzeria. Although they may be new to offering vegan options, they have been making delicious pizzas for a long time, which is evident in their crust and tomato sauce. I ordered the veggie deluxe with vegan mozzarella and the vegetables were abundant, as was the vegan cheese.

Ginos was a bit underwhelming and felt like a chore to eat at. The cheese pizza we ordered was decent, but the cheese was sparse and the sauce was overwhelming. The baked ziti was basically just noodles smothered in sauce with a sprinkle of cheese, tasting like a dish we could have easily made at home. The broccoli rabe had large chunks of garlic that we had to pick out while eating. Considering the price, I had hoped for better quality. The most unpleasant part of the experience was being harassed by men on bikes yelling from their porches four separate times on the way to and from the restaurant. It was completely unacceptable and made the dining experience not worth it.

We dined at this restaurant in December 2019. I am the only vegan in our group, so I was pleased to find vegan mozzarella on the menu. I carefully ordered and double-checked with the server to ensure that the crust and sauce were also vegan. To my surprise, the restaurant used Violife cheese rather than the typical Daiya, and it was delicious. The owner even stopped by to chat with me, mentioning that his wife is dairy-free and they have made an effort to find the best vegan mozzarella. He also mentioned that she has been experimenting with vegan desserts, some of which they now offer. As we finished our meal, the owner brought me a container of shredded cheese to take home, suggesting the best way to make a grilled cheese sandwich with it. The level of awareness and options for vegans at this pizzeria is excellent.

There are not many vegan options available, but having any at all is a real treat. We were delighted to discover this lovely little restaurant during our trip. The kids were upset that we were not going back for a second day because of the delicious food and friendly service. I enjoy trying new places. The waitress was very friendly and the food arrived quickly. The portions were large and the prices were fair. Definitely worth a visit!

I was pleasantly surprised by this traditional pizzeria. Despite being new to offering vegan options, their expertise in making pizza was evident in the delicious crust and tasty tomato sauce. I tried the veggie supreme with vegan mozzarella, and I was impressed by the generous amount of vegetables and vegan cheese on top.