Shop 225

At first glance, you might think that Shop 225 is your usual token local pizza joint - you know, the one where the pizza isn’t all that great, but it’s close and easy so you’ll settle. But on one bite of Shop 225’s food, you’ll quickly realise that that’s not the case, and that Shop 225 sets itself apart from the rest.

Situated in Pascoe Vale, Shop 225 offers up a range of pizza, pastas, Italian inspired starters and salads in a no frills, casual setting.

If you ever see mussels on their special menu, the dish is definitely worth a try.  For a local pizza joint, the mussels were surprisingly fresh, plump and delicious, and were soaked in a sauce so good we asked for a spoon to finish it off.

Their penne bolognese – which is one of the most flavoursome bolognese’s I’ve had in Melbourne - is another excellent choice. And of course, it’s hard to go past one of their extensive range of woodfire pizzas. 

With such delicious food, it’s no wonder it was packed to the brim on a Wednesday night. Shop 225 is definitely on the recommendation list.

Food: 4.5/5
Service: 4/5
Venue: 4/5
Value for money: 4/5
Total: 16.5/20

Verdict - Love, get around to trying it soon

The New Fave dined courtesy of Shop 225