Tag: Worcester Foodies WFXXXV: Corner Grill

Like any city, Worcester has its share of pizza establishments. While Greek-style pizzas are prevalent in this region, the thinner the better is a rule many people live by for those loyal to Corner Grill on Pleasant Street in Worcester, MA.

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Mac and Cheese from Corner Grille

Mac and Cheese from Corner Grille on Pleasant Street in Worcester, MA

Mac and Cheese from Corner Grille on Pleasant Street in Worcester, MA

Well, what can I say. It’s probably one of the best I’ve ever had, and I’m pretty picky and have certain expectations about how it’s prepared. The Corner Grille’s mac and cheese is made with all the things I like: It is thick and rich. Typically, it’s cut as a giant square allowing you to see all the wonderful penne pasta in it—and the bubbly cheese! The top has the crumbs I love and it’s cooked with a patina of golden browns and a bit crispier than the rest. My favorite! The mac and cheese portion is very large. Even if it is typically a side dish, it’s large enough for a meal; which is why I typically share it with my wife (this way I can partake in both pizza and mac and cheese). The best thing about the mac and cheese from Corner Grille is that you can find it in their freezer and not have to special order it. Just walk in, grab one, heat it up at home, get comfy and enjoy a special treat. The best!

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Cave Man Pizza from Corner Grille

Caveman Pizza from Corner Grille on Pleasant Street in Worcester, MA

Cave Man Pizza from Corner Grille on Pleasant Street in Worcester, MAWhen looking for a great pizza in Worcester, look no further than the Corner Grille. In an extremely underwhelming and unassuming location on Pleasant Street, if you blink, you may miss this postage stamp of a pizza joint. But don’t let that be a deterrent to a potential hungry, pizza loving customer. This tiny place is cranking out some wonderfully tasty pies, with characters and flavors that are fitting for the venue and it’s lively owners and operators. With various modern and classic décor in the cozy space, it felt like a busy kitchen you might see around the holiday times with family…the fresh smell of baked goods and fresh pizza wafting through the air.

When deciding which pizza to choose for dinner, I decided to get the Cave Man pizza which comes with red sauce, pepperoni, sausage, hamburger, bacon, mushrooms, onions, peppers and cheese. When the pizza arrived at our table, it was a perfect 14″ square of thin crust perfection. The smell of the combination of meats was intoxicating. The pizza was thin but the crust was crunchy and flavorful. Even though there were a lot of toppings in the pie’s description, it wasn’t overdone. The balance between spicy, salty and texture was just right. You need to eat the pizza quickly however, due to the thinness of the crust, the pizza did start to become cold the longer it sat on the table. Another perk of this quirky little pizza spot was that it was BYOB and it was encouraged by the staff! They even offered to run across the street to purchase beer or wine for their diners. Between the ambiance, décor, the at-home smells and killer pizzas, and great service, I will be frequenting the Corner Grille in the future to get my pizza fix…everyone in the city should check it out as well!