{"id":15450,"date":"2019-02-08T08:58:12","date_gmt":"2019-02-08T13:58:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverly-hanks.com\/blog\/?p=15450"},"modified":"2019-02-08T08:58:12","modified_gmt":"2019-02-08T13:58:12","slug":"pizza-by-the-slice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.naibeverly-hanks.com\/blog\/pizza-by-the-slice\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Amazing Slices that are Perfect for Lunch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Forget religion and politics. Nothing gets an entire office fired up like a debate over the best style of pizza.
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February 9 is National Pizza Day! Get out of the office and celebrate with a slice. Crispy, doughy, saucy, cheesy. Classic pepperoni or experimental toppings. New York thin crust, Chicago deep dish, or even Detroit-style (yes, that\u2019s a thing\u2014and we have it in WNC!<\/a>). We\u2019ll leave the details up to you.
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What we can all agree on is that pizza is a sandwich<\/a>, and it\u2019s delicious. Here are 12 local pizza parlors in Asheville that offer tasty lunch slices.
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Acropolis Pizza Cafe<\/h2>\n\n\n

You can enjoy a refined dinner at Acropolis Pizza\u2019s Airport Road location. But for lunch on the go, don\u2019t forget about their cafe at the Asheville Outlets food court. They have specialty pizzas, pastas, salads, wraps, and gyros. For a quick slice, enjoy one of their four combos priced $4.49\u2013$7.99: two slice combo, cheese slice combo, slice and salad combo, or slice of the day combo\u2014all with a drink.
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800 Brevard Road, Asheville | (828) 633-7500
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acropolispizzacafe.com<\/a>
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Asheville Pizza & Brewing Company<\/h2>\n\n\n

Voted the best pizza in Asheville by locals<\/a>, Asheville Pizza has been a staple on Merrimon Avenue since 1998. Enjoy a movie there with your slice, or head down to the South Slope district of downtown for an equally delicious eat-in experience. Asheville Pizza\u2019s giant slices start at $3.79, and they have a slice and salad lunch special for $7.99.
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675 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville | (828) 254-1281<\/p>\n\n\n

77 Coxe Avenue, Asheville | (828) 255-4077
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ashevillebrewing.com<\/a>
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Barley\u2019s Taproom & Pizzeria<\/h2>\n\n\n

Barley\u2019s has a huge menu of all the foods you love, including New York-style pizza. A basic cheese slice starts at $2.75, making it easy to have lunch out for under $5. Their dough is prepared daily, and the kitchen features late-night hours for locals and tourists who want to enjoy all Downtown Asheville has to offer.
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42 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville | (828) 255-0504
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barleystaproom.com<\/a>
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Del Vecchios<\/h2>\n\n\n

Del Vecchios offers piping hot pizzas, strombolis, and calzones you\u2019re going to love! Whether you’re just looking for a traditional cheese slice or you want to spice it up with specialty toppings, they make it to order with the freshest ingredients. For something a little different, try the pizza fries, smothered in homemade marinara, your choice of three pizza toppings, and baked to perfection.
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333 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville | (828) 258-7222
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delvecchiositalian.com<\/a>
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Fahrenheit Pizza & Brewhouse<\/h2>\n\n\n

Located behind the Skyland Fire Department, Fahrenheit Pizza offers a quick lunch in a New York minute! It\u2019s also a great place for neighbors to gather and eat delicious pizza. Enjoy two one-topping slices and a drink for $6, or a one-topping slice, salad, and a drink for $6.50. While you\u2019re there, check out their craft brews and guest taps with their \u201cpour your own beer\u201d system.
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17 Lee Street South, Asheville | (828) 676-1800
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fahrenheitpizzabrew.com<\/a>
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Favilla\u2019s New York Pizza<\/h2>\n\n\n

Dine in, take out, or have Favilla\u2019s delivered to your door. They offer a whole menu of pizza slices from $3.25 and up. Purists will love the cheese, but pizza connoisseurs will also enjoy the Sicilian, specialty, Grandma\u2019s, and double-stuffed. It\u2019s no wonder they were voted the number one specialty pizza in Asheville.
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1093 Patton Avenue, Asheville | (828) 225-3032
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favillasnypizza.com<\/a>
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Galactic Pizza<\/h2>\n\n\n

Looking for a great salad bar for lunch? Check out Galactic Pizza near Biltmore Lake. In addition to an out-of-this-world regular menu, they also have a few choice lunch specials: pizza by the slice starting at $2.50, salad bar for $8, or salad bar and a slice for $10. Try the house-made vegan pepperoni for a local twist on a classic topping.
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339 Sardis Road, Asheville | (828) 633-0198
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galacticavl.com<\/a>
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Manicomio Pizza & Food<\/h2>\n\n\n

One of downtown\u2019s newer pizza options, Manicomio is worth a visit. Enjoy something from their full menu or build your own slice starting at $3. Weekday lunch specials include a cheese slice and a salad for $6 or two cheese slices and a soda for $7. Don\u2019t forget to save room for a local selection of Italian-style desserts from Geraldine\u2019s Bakery.
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27 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville | (828) 505-1510
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manicomiopizzaavl.com<\/a>
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Piazza Wood Fired Oven<\/h2>\n\n\n

Since 2009, Piazza has hand-worked dough made fresh every morning. They generously top each pizza with homemade sauce and local ingredients before sliding it into the wood-fired oven. Pop in Tuesday\u2013Friday for the daily lunch special: a slice of any of the Classic pizzas (or your choice of cheese and three toppings), side salad, and a soft drink for $8.
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4 Olde Eastwood Village Boulevard #301, Asheville | (828) 298-7224
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piazzaeast.com<\/a>
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Standard Pizza<\/h2>\n\n\n

Standard Pizza is anything but ordinary. They offer great slices and more from both of their locations, starting at $2.25. Enjoy with a garden salad for a filling lunch (or dinner) for under $10. If you\u2019re feeling adventurous, we recommend their white pizza and the Cuban\u2014yum!
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631 Haywood Road, Asheville | (828) 255-8122<\/p>\n\n\n

755 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville | (828) 412-3190
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standardpizzacoasheville.com<\/a>
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Where\u2019s your favorite slice in town? Let us know in the comments:<\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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