Rudy’s Pizzeria

I wished I lived in Lawrence. I would order from this place a lot! I love their pizza! I live in the Kansas City metro area, so we have a lot of options for pizza. While I won’t say this place out does any other in the metro area, it is at the top of my list of favorite places! And so many creative toppings! WOW! If I had more time I would experiment more with different custom pizzas and pocket zas!

Pocket Za is the way to go. And if you’re dairy free, the soy cheese melts so perfectly in these things. A terrific selection of toppings + cozy atmosphere + df & gf options makes this the perfect little «cheap» date spot.

Of all the local pizza spots in Lawrence, this is probably my least favorite. It’s by no means bad, just mediocre. I will commend them on their variety and the fact that they have vegan and gluten-​free options. Their normal pizza is nothing special. They can do made to order pizzas or they offer slices in a revolving warmer. It’s in a cute spot downstairs with lots of booths and seating.

Delivery. Took 45 minutes past the expected arrival time. Called and asked about the status of our order. Woman at restaurant said they were busy and would check, then hung up. When the pizza arrived, the driver said he had to wait to make other deliveries. Of course, it was cold. Warmed it up in the oven. Think elsewhere.

LOVE RUDY’S! The location is the cutest. It’s underground towards the end of Mass St, with a very cozy atmosphere. Ingredients are always fresh and pizza is made to order. They have soy cheese, hooray! I also love that they have wheat crust, I highly recommend that over the white crust. Staff is always friendly, and they have beer. Good pizza and beer, what else do you need?

Liked the variety of pizza options especially the build your own and gluten free options. Also loved the natural ingredients! The pizzas were served hot and delicious. Staff was friendly. Prices were reasonable. Would have liked a wine selection.

Fair at best for the US, they would not last a month in Italy or NYC. But hey, this is Lawrence … Fugeddaboudit! Enough said.
The pizza is reasonably priced and they do not skimp on ingredients, but the taste of the sauce put me off a bit. Too sweet and, like most American pizzerias, too much of it. More pizza joints should follow the lead of the people who make pizza the best, the people of Naples (Italy, not Florida), and use only good crushed tomatoes as a sauce. Maybe a touch of salt, oregano, or basil for flavor, but that’s it, nothing else. Everybody thinks they need to create a signature sauce for their pizzas and this sauce had too much sugar.
The service was fast and friendly and the place a bit of a dive, but what should we expect from a basement pizza joint? I like dives and I liked Rudy’s «OK». I am actually being generous in my rating because I cannot fairly compare Rudy’s or most other American pizzerias to the best pizza in the world, so I compare to «Midwest pizza» and in comparison, Rudy’s is pretty «average».
CombatCritic Gives Rudy’s Pizzeria 5 Bombs Out Of 10 … More Bombs Are Better!

Gluten-​free people: the pizzas here have not triggered my gluten intolerance. Also, the pizza is delicious. Options for gluten free crusts are limited to one– size small and akin to hand tossed.
Options for regular pizza crusts and toppings are numerous, including whole wheat. The topping selection is amazing, with anything a person could want, veggie-​wise, cheeses and meats.
Only problem here is the prices, although they have daily specials. I would definitely recommend getting the frequent buyer card. I saved a lot of money that way. Only issue there is that one can’t use it in deliveries, only dine-​in and pick-​up. I forgive the prices, though, because of the extensive menu, quality and care with food, and overall local atmosphere. Can you believe– I’ve lived in the only two tiny towns that have Rudy’s pizza? Lawrence, KS and Bellingham, WA. I have been a loyal customer at both, and definitely recommend it.

Rudy’s is just one of those small little basement pizza joints that’s easy to love. Yea, the pizza isn’t the greatest in the world but pizza in Kansas in general is suspect at best. Come on, this state is the home of Pizza Hut. The bar is pretty darn low.
However, decent slices, cheap, sitting ready to pair with some good local beers from Free State, Boulevard in KC, etc. Sort of off the beaten path for some people, maybe not real high on the list so not always crowded. It’s these reasons and the fairly solid slices and service are what make this a place I enjoy returning to often. No pretense to be New York style – we have several of those in the city and they pretty much blow.
Great place to hang out and visit, another reason why I’ll be back.

Game day in Lawrence Kansas, College football, pizza and beer… perfect.
The location is fun, down town, down stairs. .Clean and neat. The staff is friendly, the crowd is good, comes in waves, timing is everything.
Lots of different choices, exotic and old standards.
We got the large half cheese and half pepperoni… thin crust, white flour, diet Cokes…
Very nice flavor, smells were good and the appearance was perfect. We had to run, got short on time, it was delicious in the car rushing to our activities.
Not five star this trip, didn’t get to try other menu items thou the other reviews may cover thoose.
They did offer by the slice, looked good too.

Great atmosphere in a basement pizza parlor. I got the daily deal. Slice salad and a drink for 7 bucks!

Let me start by saying the pizza is actually ok. Not great but ok. It’s good if you want the taste of pizza and a small salad and soda in a quick hurry for a descent price, however!!! I ordered delivery a couple months back & it included wings. Gave them specific directions to please make the wings somewhat crispy, when they arrived they were rubbery… Gross.
So I took a hiatus for a couple months but my wife wanted to go for a quick dinner and I agreed tonight. Ordered a small taco pizza, wife got a quick slice w/​a salad. We sat and she ate, we sat some more… And some more. Over an hour later my wife went and asked where the pizza was. The girl didn’t even turn in our order in! I swear I’ll never eat there again solely because I think the customer service really kinda sucks. Sadly. Cuz we’re huge supporters of local business!!!

One of my favorite restaurants, let alone pizza restaurants, to go to.
I’m a standard-​pepperoni kind of chick, but my family always goes for the Mama Rudy, which is an equivalent of a veggie-lover’s pizza. Regardless, t hese folks know how to make pizza.
The sauce-​topping-​crust ratio is always consistently proportionate, and it’s just an overall satisfying meal. I don’t find a lot of grease on it, and if there is, it’s just from the pepperoni. (As far as I know, I think that’s just how pepperoni cooks?) You can also get individual slices if you’re in a hurry – just keep in mind that they’re in a little warmer, so they won’t be as fresh as ordering a pizza.
The atmosphere is super chill. The staff is super friendly; at one point I had been in there so often that one of the cashiers knew my order by heart.
If you’re new to Lawrence or just want a good pizza, give Rudy’s a shot. You won’t be disappointed.

They’re pizza is pretty good. I had a small Papa Rudy’s on wheat original crust because I’m a carnivore and Jeremy had a medium Za. They’re sauce is sweeter than most but good and one of those meats was slightly spicy. The garlic bread stix are also very tasty.

Yeah this place is great. I enjoy the Pizza in the atmosphere caution if you are handicapped it’s hard to get in and out of. My family and I have always enjoyed the pizza great place to go if you’re in a hurry or with a large group.

Oh Rudy’s, with your less-​than-​sober help and your ultra-​Lawrence vibe. You just never go out of style.
Your pizza isn’t life-​changing (in particular because the crust is just meh), but the sauce and selection of toppings are so yummy with your cheesy goodness!
I can always count on you to have a wide ready-​made selection of slices for instant gratification, and when I’m feeling picky and gourmet, I can get a custom-​made pizza with your homemade pesto sauce instead of marinara. Mmmm!
Thank you for being there for me all these years, Rudy’s. I started coming to you when I was a student, and now I bring my kids to you!

Rudy’s isn’t fancy. The crust tastes like they make it from scratch. I like the regular crust, but their thin crust is my favorite. The sauce is spicy (not sweet). Toppings selection is broad and the quality is really good. The quality of the pizza is consistently good. For carry out, this is our go to pizza place.

Best pizza in lawerence! Been going here for years. Lots of selection. Excellent service. Fair prices. Would recommend to anyone!

Whatttttt is wrong with these helpers?!
This is literally the best pizza I have ever had, it gets 5 stars for the quality and taste of the food… go now!

The pizza kinda sucks. The crust lacked flavor and the cheese was just not right. Maybe I’m just used to eating good pizza and was taken by surprise with the kansas style pizza
It might be your style but it definitely isn’t mine. The employees were nice though.