Hidden behind Bosa's donuts on the 3700 block of E Indian School Road, you will find "My Slice of the Pie" Pizzeria.  I wandered in this evening, and met Randy, the owner.  A Phoenix native, Randy put in "all his dough" last year to launch his business.  Having experience as a manager of Oregano's Pizza Bistro, the opportunity to own his own establishment drove him to sell his house, and take a chance at success in small business. He has his eye on opening additional locations in the future, and is off to a healthy start on his first one.  

Randy prides himself of operational excellence, and is process driven.  Although he was a manager at Oregano's, he had no experience making pizza dough.  He learned quickly through trial and error.  He explained that there are many variables due to the yeast in dough that makes the process so interesting. "Temperature, barometric pressure, water temperature, and humidity are all factors in the consistency of dough," he explains.  

After an encouraging first year, Randy says his pizzeria is getting more and more traction.  He attributes his success to consistency, quality, and excellent service.  He values the neighborhood experience, and believes Arcadia area residents feel the same way.

As Randy and I chatted, I enjoyed two delightful slices.  The crust was light; the sauce perfect, and the melted cheese mouth-watering.  He stresses fresh ingredients, and a non-corporate pizza experience.  I shared with him a story of eating at one of the national brands last year, and having to throw away the pizza due to the "plastic," "preservative," taste.  He says people appreciate authentic, local options.

The pizza made at "My Slice" is New York thin-crust style.  They also serve sandwiches, such as homemade meatball and other Italian varieties.  They make wings, and delicious salads also.  Besides traditional-style, they make Southwestern and pizzas influenced by Mexican flavors, such as the "Al Pastor" or "Supremo". They also serve up daily, weekly, and monthly specials.  

If you see the $2.00 Cheese Slice Sign on Indian School Road in front of Bosa's, pull in, and experience a piece for yourself.  You won't be disappointed, and will be helping a local business at the same time.