Brittney Snell
Staff Writer
Sal & Mookie’s is my favorite restaurant so I am excited to finally get the chance to review them for my Tiger comrades.
The restaurant is known as a specialty New York style pizza and ice cream parlor. It is located at 565 Taylor Street in my favorite part of town, Fondren, which is known for its creative and artsy atmosphere.
One of the things that makes Sal & Mookie’s so great is the different types of pizzas they serve. Each one is so different from the next, with unique New York themed names to spike your interest, along with creative toppings and combinations you may be surprised to see.
When I visited, I ordered the Zydeco, which had andouille sausage, crawfish and creole seasoning on top. It was an excellent deviation from the norm, especially in comparison to cafeteria pizza. I also got to taste their hot wings which were pretty decent. They were not as hot as I expected them to be. I think they would have been better categorized as mild, but either way they were still satisfying.
Other than pizza and hot wings, Sal & Mookie’s also serves subs, burgers and various Italian dishes. These options are very affordable, especially compared to the pizzas. Most of the pizzas are $20 for the regular size and around $25 for the large. Everything else on the menu is around $10-$15.
Since they are known for their ice cream, I made sure I got dessert. I decided to try their chocolate malt. It was my first time having one and I was really surprised by how amazing it tasted. They are almost like milkshakes, but taste just like the Hershey’s malt candy. Though I really like them, I know that they might not be for everyone. They have an assortment of desserts and ice cream drinks to try, so there is plenty to choose from.
In addition to the delicious food, Sal & Mookies has a very relaxed and family oriented atmosphere. It caters to everyone, young or old. I love that you can see the workers actually making the pizzas when you walk in and that it has a New York feel that makes you want to visit the actual city.
The ice cream parlor is definitely something that makes the restaurant special and makes the experience unique. Also there is a lounge aside from the main restaurant that houses a bar and an area for adults the relax.
Overall, Sal & Mookie’s is just a wonderful restaurant. I have been there many times and have never been disappointed. I enjoy myself every time I go and I encourage others who have not been to definitely go, it just may become a favorite of yours as well.
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