Calzone or Pizza? Is Calzone a Pizza? Which one is better? These are some of the most popular questions in the food industry. Well, we are here to solve this mystery for you, based on their similarities and differences, but more importantly, where can you can get the best calzone and pizza in Sumner, Washington.

So, what are the three key components in a traditional pizza? Nice dough, perfect marinara sauce, and just the right amount of cheese topping. Surprisingly, these are the same components you can find in a calzone. According to popular opinion, a calzone is different from a pizza and that is what we at Aversanos think too. Let’s discuss a few similarities and differences between the two to make things easier.Similarities

First, let’s get obvious out of the way. Both calzones and pizzas have the same three ingredients pizza dough, marinara sauce, and cheese. Now there are several varieties in terms of where you get the pizza and calzone from which brings us to our second similarity. There are literally endless possibilities in terms of the toppings that can be used in a pizza and calzone. Last but not least, the third similarity is that both are from Italian origins.Differences

The basic difference between a pizza and a calzone is that a pizza is served on flat open bread, while a calzone is a closed dough dish that basically can have similar ingredients. Pizza, unlike the calzones, needs no introduction. It is known and eaten in almost every part of the world. Another difference between the two dishes is that when you eat a pizza, you can see what you are about to eat i.e., the toppings are visible on top. On the other hand, you can’t see what’s inside a calzone, unless you are in a restaurant and ordered it yourself.Final Verdict!

All in all, if you are a true pizza lover, you would definitely love a calzone. We recommend you eat both these dishes from an actual Italian pizza restaurant like the Aversanos. We have an extensive menu that showcases a wide variety of Pizzas and Calzones that you will simply not be able to resist.

Come by any time with your friends and family members or call us to make a reservation for a memorable evening. There is no better bonding experience than having to share a slice of pizza or calzone with your loved ones.

Aversano’s Italian Restaurant & Bar
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6015 Parker Road, Sumner, WA 98390 | 253-863-3618 | AversanosSumner@Gmail.com