Roostica

Roostica in Key West is known for its focus on authentic, wood-fired Neapolitan-style pizza and rustic Italian "soul food." Here are some of its key features:

Wood-Fired Specialties: The restaurant was built around two traditional Earthstone wood-fired ovens. They prioritize authentic ingredients like soft-grain flour, Italian plum tomatoes, mozzarella di bufala, and extra-virgin olive oil to achieve a true Neapolitan thin crust.

Atmosphere: Located on Stock Island, the restaurant offers a casual, family-friendly, and relaxed vibe. It features a popular covered patio decorated with twinkling lights, making it a well-known local gathering spot.

Diverse Menu: Beyond their 15+ pizza varieties (ranging from classic red and white pies to specialty options), the menu includes Italian staples like rotolos, bruschetta, homemade meatballs, limoncello wood-fired wings, and truffle mac and cheese.

Nightly Specials: The restaurant hosts unique nightly features to keep the menu fresh, such as:

Sunday: "Sunday Gravy" served family-style with spaghetti, meatballs, and sausage.

Thursday: Square Pie Night, featuring Detroit-style pizza.

Various: Other nightly specials include items like Tuscan wood-fired ribs, fresh manicotti, and wood-fired lobster.

Background: Founded in 2012 by Bobby and Michelle Mongelli, the restaurant was designed to fill a gap for a family-style pizzeria on Stock Island, transforming a former warehouse into their current space.