Aldo's Pizza Pies
Downtown Memphis / Midtown, Memphis
Restaurant in Memphis, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Aldo's Pizza Pies is a practical downtown Memphis pick when the group wants casual pizza without turning dinner into a formal reservation project. Choose it for flexibility and Main Street convenience; cross-shop more formal Memphis options if wine depth, quieter pacing, or special-occasion polish matters more.
About Aldo's Pizza Pies
Aldo's Pizza Pies is a casual Memphis option with daily hours from 11 AM to 10 PM. The dress code is casual, and the schedule is the same every day of the week. Beyond that, specific menu, service, seating, price, and beverage details are not confirmed, so the safest way to plan is to treat it as a low-fuss Memphis stop rather than a formal special-occasion booking.
Memphis dining works when flexibility matters more than ceremony
The case for Aldo's Pizza Pies is simplicity. With casual dress and daily 11 AM–10 PM hours, it can fit a wide range of Memphis plans without requiring the kind of planning associated with a more formal meal. It is best considered when the group wants an easy setting and a direct schedule.
Do not build the plan around specific drinks, tasting format, seating style, price point, or service model. If those details matter, confirm them directly before going. For broader planning beyond this one meal, use our full Memphis restaurants guide, then pair it with our full Memphis hotels guide, our full Memphis bars guide, our full Memphis wineries guide, and our full Memphis experiences guide if the day needs more structure.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose Aldo's Pizza Pies if the group values a casual Memphis meal and a dependable daily schedule. Cross-shop if the occasion depends on fine-dining details, a specific beverage focus, or a more formal room.
For a deeper Memphis shortlist, consider other local options such as Blues City Cafe, Capriccio Grill, Chez Philippe, Flying Fish, and Peabody Deli & Desserts. Each comparison should be based on the format you want for the meal.
Planning details
- Location
- 100 S Main St Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38103
- Website
- aldospizzapies.com
- Phone
- +19015777743
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Aldo's Pizza Pies reads like the kind of neighborhood spot that anchors a busy arts corridor. The writing emphasizes its counter-focused, walkable nature and positions the place as part of South Main's everyday rhythm rather than as a reservation-driven destination. The tone you get from the description is approachable and unpretentious: think quick pies, steady foot traffic from the farmer’s market and galleries, and a steady stream of locals popping in on foot. The operation leans into practicality and familiarity, making it feel like a reliable, informal place to grab pizza in the district.
Best For
This is a place built for casual visits and repeat trips rather than special-occasion dining. It works well for after-work detours, weekend afternoons, and group get-togethers where people share pies and come and go without formal reservations. Because the write-up highlights South Main’s walking patterns and the pizza shop’s grab-and-go logic, it also suits solo outings and quick lunch stops for neighborhood workers or market visitors. It is explicitly described as a neighborhood anchor, so it’s best experienced as part of a local routine rather than a destination night out.
Ordering Tips
Expect counter service and a walk-in-friendly ordering rhythm; the operation is framed as counter-focused and connected to the district’s pedestrian energy. Plan to order pies to share and lean into the signature items mentioned for a representative experience — Garlic Knots, the Trippy Truffle pizza, Goat Cheese Stuffed Peppers, the Lombardy, or the Memphis Pizza. Visit during the lively Thursday-evening or Saturday-afternoon windows if you want to feel the neighborhood bustle, and treat it as a quick, informal stop rather than a formal seated meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Young, hip vibe with blended old-world Americana and modern industrial touches; lively atmosphere with craft beer selection and local music influences nearby.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Garlic Knots
- Trippy Truffle Pizza
- Goat Cheese Stuffed Peppers
- Lombardy Pizza
- Memphis Pizza
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 100 S Main St Suite 101, Memphis, TN 38103
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Flying Fish, Notable alternative
- Capriccio Grill, Notable alternative
- Peabody Deli & Desserts, Notable alternative
- Chez Philippe, Notable alternative
- Blues City Cafe, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How it compares in Memphis
Aldo's Pizza Pies is the easy casual choice in this set: better for a flexible downtown meal than for a splurge. Chez Philippe is the smarter cross-shop when the night calls for a more formal dining experience, while Aldo's makes more sense when the group wants less ceremony and a lower-friction plan.
For casual alternatives, Flying Fish and Blues City Cafe are the more obvious comparisons for a lively Memphis meal. Pick Aldo's when pizza is the point; look to those two when the group wants a different casual Memphis profile rather than a pizza-led dinner.
Capriccio Grill and Peabody Deli & Desserts suit different use cases: Capriccio Grill reads as the more composed restaurant choice, while Peabody Deli & Desserts is better treated as a lighter stop. Aldo's sits between them as the practical group-friendly option when value, speed, and ease matter more than a long-form dining room experience.
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Compare Aldo's Pizza Pies
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Aldo's Pizza Pies | Memphis | No published awards |
| Flying Fish | Memphis | No published awards |
| Capriccio Grill | Memphis | No published awards |
| Peabody Deli & Desserts | Memphis | No published awards |
| Chez Philippe | Memphis | 2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2025 Forbes 4-Star2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
| Blues City Cafe | Memphis | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far ahead should I book Aldo's Pizza Pies?
Aldo's Pizza Pies is open daily from 11 AM to 10 PM, so plan around those hours and confirm directly if timing or group size is important.
Does Aldo's Pizza Pies handle dietary restrictions?
Can I eat at the bar at Aldo's Pizza Pies?
What are alternatives to Aldo's Pizza Pies in Memphis?
Other Memphis options to compare include Flying Fish, Blues City Cafe, Chez Philippe, Capriccio Grill, and Peabody Deli & Desserts. Choose based on the kind of meal you want and confirm current details directly with each venue.
Is lunch or dinner better at Aldo's Pizza Pies?
Aldo's Pizza Pies is open daily from 11 AM to 10 PM. Choose the time that best fits your Memphis plans and confirm any meal-specific questions directly.
