Little Star Pizza Llc

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The Scene
An all-black exterior gives way to a sparsely decorated room surrounded by dark blue-and-gray walls. While waiting for tables to become available, dressed-down patrons rest frozen mugs of Blue Paddle and oversized champagne cocktails atop a blond-wood bar. Adding to the hubbub is a jukebox blasting vintage Madonna, Snoop and the Smiths.

The Food
It's hard to find deep-dish in San Francisco, but this place nails it. There's also a twist: The young chef/co-owner uses a crunchy cornmeal crust and coats pans with butter, giving his creations sweetness. The signature Little Star is the crown jewel--stuffed with a smooth mix of spinach, ricotta, feta and mushrooms, then topped with a thick, zesty red sauce. Those longing for traditional crust should order a cracker-thin variety. Chunky green peppers dot the classic Italian combo, while creativity is found in the not-too-cheesy white pie (garlic, olive oil, mozzarella, zucchini, tomato and feta).