Sometimes you need some good "fast pizza." You know the type; the Pizza Ritas or Pipelines of the world. The problem with the aforementioned chains, locas as they may be, is that there's preciously little that elevates them from, say, Pizza Hut. That's not a good thing. And that's where Lalo's comes in.

Lalo's takes the "fast pizza" concept and makes it feel just a bit fresher. You have the choice of multiple sauces, many of which you'd more expect to find at spots like Bennidito's, and the toppings taste just a bit fresher than average. Not that you'd mistake it for a fully organic pie or anything, but then again, why would you?

The crust, too, is decidedly above average quality. It has a nice bite to it, as well as a good flavor.

You can eat in store, or carry out both fully cooked pizzas or go for the take and bake style.

I like Lalo's. It's not going to blow South Perry Pizza or Bennidito's off the map, but it has its place. It might be a bit more expensive than Rita, but for what you get, it's worth it. Definitely a spot that should be vetted.