Update: Portnoy posted his review of Jeff's Pizza in Ames."College pizza," Portnoy said. "That's what you're gonna get on campus."Portnoy gave it a 6.2 rating. You can watch his review below.As the Cy-Hawk game approaches, Ames is buzzing with excitement — not just for the football rivalry, but also for the arrival of Barstool Sports president Dave Portnoy. Known for his viral pizza reviews, Portnoy’s visits often bring a surge in business for local pizzerias, and central Iowa establishments are vying for his attention.At Jeff’s Pizza in Ames, owner Jeff Uetz was eager for Portnoy to stop by. “I think as a destination for Iowa State, it’s the bold flavors,” Uetz said. “I think he’s got to see how we compare to a lot of other places. So yeah, c’mon Dave!” Portnoy hasn't released any Iowa reviews yet this week, but did post a photo of the sign outside Fong's Pizza in Des Moines, saying, "What a wild trip." He posted another outside Jeff's Pizza Shop in Ames. And Pepp's Pizzeria in Urbandale posted a photo of Portnoy holding one of their pizzas, saying, "Stay tuned to see what the pizza king has to say about our za’."Connor Bell, the general manager at Pepp’s, believes their authentic New York-style pizza will win Portnoy over. “New York style is his thing, and I think we’re one of the only pizzerias in the area that actually has a good, authentic New York style,” Bell said. Pepp’s, which opened its Urbandale location just four months ago, has already earned local accolades and is eager to see how its pizza stacks up on a national scale.“We just want to see what he thinks of our pizza,” Bell added.A prior Iowa review, conducted in Coralville, featured Casey’s breakfast pizza, which he rated a 5.2/10, saying, "too bacony." He's also reviewed pizza at Wig & Pen in Iowa City (7.1/10) and The Airliner in Iowa City.Whether it’s Jeff’s Pizza, Pepp’s, or another contender, Portnoy’s visit could bring national attention to Iowa’s pizza scene. Fans and business owners alike are crossing their fingers as the Cy-Hawk weekend approaches. » Subscribe to vlog's YouTube page» Download the free vlog app to get updates on the go: Apple | Google PlayWatch Portnoy's One Bite Pizza Reviews in IowaCasey's in Coralville The Airliner in Iowa City
AMES, Iowa — Update: Portnoy posted his review of Jeff's Pizza in Ames.
"College pizza," Portnoy said. "That's what you're gonna get on campus."
Portnoy gave it a 6.2 rating. You can watch his review below.
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As the Cy-Hawk game approaches, Ames is buzzing with excitement — not just for the football rivalry, but also for the arrival of Barstool Sports president Dave Portnoy.
Known for his viral pizza reviews, Portnoy’s visits often bring a surge in business for local pizzerias, and central Iowa establishments are vying for his attention.
At Jeff’s Pizza in Ames, owner Jeff Uetz was eager for Portnoy to stop by.
“I think as a destination for Iowa State, it’s the bold flavors,” Uetz said. “I think he’s got to see how we compare to a lot of other places. So yeah, c’mon Dave!”
Portnoy hasn't released any Iowa reviews yet this week, but did , saying, "What a wild trip." He posted another . And , saying, "Stay tuned to see what the pizza king has to say about our za’."
Connor Bell, the general manager at Pepp’s, believes their authentic New York-style pizza will win Portnoy over.
“New York style is his thing, and I think we’re one of the only pizzerias in the area that actually has a good, authentic New York style,” Bell said.
Pepp’s, which opened its Urbandale location just four months ago, has already earned local accolades and is eager to see how its pizza stacks up on a national scale.
“We just want to see what he thinks of our pizza,” Bell added.
A prior Iowa review, conducted in Coralville, featured Casey’s breakfast pizza, which he rated a 5.2/10, saying, "too bacony."
He's also reviewed pizza at Wig & Pen in Iowa City (7.1/10) and The Airliner in Iowa City.
Whether it’s Jeff’s Pizza, Pepp’s, or another contender, Portnoy’s visit could bring national attention to Iowa’s pizza scene. Fans and business owners alike are crossing their fingers as the Cy-Hawk weekend approaches.
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