For those who don't know, this spot is a local staple, outlasting any other pizza joint (and Dairy Queen) on San Marco Boulevard. Instead of getting a whole pie, I've only ever had their lunch special of two huge slices and a drink for $6.99. In 2008 it was $4.99, but still a great deal. The ratio for their pizza is 1cr/1ce/1ch. It's that New York East Coast crust we all rave about but not as fluffy as New York, something we can attribute to the water. Still, the texture and flavor of Borillo's crust is perfect. It's chard, chewy, and sturdy but foldable.
Their sauce gets a 4 out of 5. It's somewhat bland and runny, but contributes strongly to the slice's ability to
goo, making it everything you probably want from a pizza slice. But for style, I'll give Borillo's a 3 out of 5.
The pizza itself doesn't stand out, and I appreciate the shop's no frills approach to dining. But before reaching the counter at this uncomfortably warm establishment, you're greeted by a trash can that doubles as a bussing station and triples as a shelf for self-serve parmesan, herbs, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Customers often elect to clean their own tables before sitting down to eat. As the shop is trying to now call themselves a Pizza and Wine Garden, the dining area is littered with boxes of craft beer and single serving wine bottles. And I couldn't think of a less enticing place to enjoy such a beverage.
For overall quality, I give Borillo's Pizza a 5 out of 5. They really know what they're doing when it comes to making pizza, and I consider it one of the best in St. Augustine. With a final score of 85%, you'd be hard pressed to find an excuse not to try it.
