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Weekend grub: Karachi's famous O's answers your authentic New York pizza prayers

Weekend grub: Karachi's famous O's answers your authentic New York pizza prayers

The delivery-only venture uses all imported premium ingredients to give their pies that original flavour kick
25 Dec, 2015

A New York style pizza is traditionally a hand-tossed pie consisting in its basic form of a light layer of tomato sauce and genuine mozzarella cheese. The large, wide slices are often eaten as a fast food while folded in half because of their unique flexibility.

And that's one of the first things I noticed about Famous O's Pizza -- I could fold the slice like the ones I would eat bought from street vendors in the Big Apple without struggling like I did with all the other pizza places in the city.

Where to go:

Well, nowhere actually. Famous O's is a delivery-only new eatery that has taken Karachi foodies by storm.

Their delivery is prompt and efficient and in my experience, the food always arrives piping hot so you can enjoy a slice (or four) in the comfort of your own home.

The gooey cheese seasoned generously with oregano was delectable
The gooey cheese seasoned generously with oregano was delectable

What to order:

The menu is simple; it's a thin crust pie and the base is either plain cheese or their special Margherita option and then you have a wide array of topping that you can add on. We opted for a half Margherita and half plain cheese with pepperoni, mushrooms, basil and onions.

I like some meat on my pizza but the Margherita had me floored! The cheese had such a distinct taste just on it's own and the marinara sauce was just right, not too overpowering.

That being said, their toppings on the other half tasted fresh and the pepperoni was cooked to perfection! They have one standard size which is a 16 inch so order accordingly.

When to go:

Sadly, your lunch cravings will have to wait. The joint starts delivery at 7 pm in the evening and shuts down at midnight so you have a small window to get your order in.

Damage on the pocket:

Definitely pricier than other pizza delivery options, you're obviously paying for a premium product that is unparalleled to anything else you get in town. On average, you'll end up paying anywhere from Rs 1200-2000 for a single pizza which is enough for two really hungry people or three moderately hungry individuals. Steep, I know!

Pro tip: If you're opting for the Margherita base then skip out on toppings completely. If you're big on toppings then it's better to go with plain cheese that doesn't overpower the protein and other condiments.

Comments

M.Saeed Dec 25, 2015 06:50pm
If they are saving expenses on sit-in eatery and huge overheads associated with that, a good part of the resulting savings should have been transferred to the home-delivery customers.
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Gangaz Khan Dec 25, 2015 07:38pm
Pepperoni Pepperoni, also known as pepperoni sausage, is an American variety of salami, usually made from cured pork and beef mixed together. Pepperoni is characteristically soft, slightly smoky, and bright red in color.
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martin Dec 25, 2015 07:39pm
Enjoyed reading the article about delicous Pizzas available in Karachi, as the ingredients are all imported. How Hallal is the Pizza.
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Goga Nalaik Dec 25, 2015 08:46pm
OMG what is going on with prices in Pakistan ... 1500 PKR/115 = 13 EUR !!! I live in the very heart of Paris and the average price for a good Margarita is 10 EUR... Average salary in Pakistan : 15000 PKR (130 EUR) Average salary in France : 1200 EUR (138000 PKR) Don't tell me that life is more expensive in Pakistan
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Sahil Dec 25, 2015 08:54pm
Hmm......prices are same like North America.At least we get three toppings XL pizza for 20 bucks.
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a Dec 26, 2015 12:25am
Way way too expensive. Take two Samosas for 40 bucks and a loaf of bread for another 40, a cup of piping hot tea for 20 and in 100 Pakistani rupees you have a hearty meal. Kai bolte ?
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Javid Abbas Dec 26, 2015 12:28am
Hmmm Margretha cost 750RS. (60 krona ) in Sweden.
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M.Saeed Dec 26, 2015 12:53am
@Javid Abbas : But, they don't have to pay Bhatta at cut-throat rates in Sweden!
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Guest Dec 26, 2015 02:30am
Expensive and not delivering outside dha/clifton area. Not going to try it.
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aukhan Dec 26, 2015 04:15am
In North America fast food (pizza, burgers) is popular because it is less expensive than having a dinner in a restaurant, but in Pakistan it is other way round. I do not understand why people go for fast food.
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Red Rag Dec 26, 2015 04:48am
Pretty pricey or Pakistan! Can get similiar pizza for £8 (Rs 1,250) in UK.
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anser naqvi Dec 26, 2015 08:05am
In USA Little Caesars Pizza is 5.00 US Dollars=523.825 Pakistani Rupees.
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anser naqvi Dec 26, 2015 08:24am
Karachi's famous O's pizza delivery only, costs 1500 Pak Rupees. In Paris pizza costs,10 Euros or 1,149.90 Pak Rupees. In Sweden pizza costs 60 krona or 750 Pak Rupees.In USA Little Caesars Pizza pizza costs,6 Dollars or 628.59 Pak Rupees.
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Sami Khan Dec 27, 2015 12:23pm
@anser naqvi Sometimes with a coupon you may get a deal of 'buy one get one free'
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saj Dec 28, 2015 05:29am
odd. dont people realise that pepperoni and italian sausage is made of pork.
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Ahsan Iqbal Dec 28, 2015 07:52am
Really ? 2000 PKR for a Pizza which is even not Italian. Sickness at its peak
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Ahsan Iqbal Dec 28, 2015 08:14am
Italian sausage is a pork sausage
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