Modern downtown pizzeria with standout pastas, craft cocktails, and buzzy vibes; food impresses, but service inconsistency and policy friction can dent the experience.
Reilly Craft Pizza and Drink delivers solid A-grade performance through strong food quality anchored by exceptional housemade pastas and well-executed pizzas, paired with distinctive setting appeal in its historic mortuary space with rooftop views. However, inconsistent execution and service gaps during peak times prevent the higher tier—the lively downtown scene and loyal following make it a worthwhile neighborhood destination, but not yet a regional standout.
Housed in a repurposed mortuary, Reilly brings a downtown buzz with vaulted ceilings, a rooftop patio, and a speakeasy downstairs. Service can feel warmly personal or stretched thin depending on the night, but the vibe is warm and bustling. One guest summed it up: "Great cocktails, cozy room, and pasta that steals the show." Expect a scene that is lively and social. The cooking leans Italian comfort with a chefly touch rather than theatrics: housemade pastas, well-charred pies, and starters like ricotta toast with chile honey. The spicy rigatoni and mafalda ragu get frequent raves, while the Brussels can swing from caramelized to too charred. Think elevated traditional over avant‑garde, with fair downtown pricing for quality ingredients. Families can do well here with pizza, fries, and simpler salads, especially earlier in the evening. Late nights get loud and bar‑forward, and there is no explicit kids menu on the current list. If your crew likes familiar flavors, stick to Margherita, fries, and plain pastas; adventurous kids might try the pepperoni with hot honey.
Area vibe: Historic downtown block with nightlife energy and mixed crowds; popular for pre-show dinners and cocktails.
Safety: Generally busy and well-trafficked; a few guests felt outdoor area and parking less secure late evening.
What's nearby: Near theaters, bars, and rooftops; includes on-site speakeasy-style bar Tough Luck Club and patio spaces.
Standout picks include ricotta toast, the vodka-rigatoni, mafalda ragu, and pizzas like Margherita or Pepperoni & Pickled Fresno Chile.
Bring casual clothes, consider rideshare for limited downtown parking, and expect potential long waits without a reservation.
The space blends vaulted ceilings and historic charm with a rooftop patio and a speakeasy-style bar for a stylish downtown vibe.