Riders Pizza — Restaurant in Cumberland

It was raining the night that I arrived at Riders. Everything was wet; even my eyebrows were dripping the tears of heaven. Mushy was the sound we were all making as we strode towards the entrance. The socks I wore were pressing water out with every step and sucking it back up every time I lifted my foot off the pavement.

The rain was so loud that I could not hear the server as I approached the front. I only saw her wet mouth mimic words toward me. Confused, I asked if I could use the kitchen to dry off. Not a chance! She spoke loudly and clearly, "No! No, no, no, you cannot do anything so stupid. Humbled I was seated with friends at a cozy, fun, but sparse table. The server brought water to us all. I was sitting soaking wet with a tall glass of water in my hand. I felt ridiculous down to my inner core. Fools walk this earth with better plans; children have more conviction than I. I was trapped in a cycle of soggy dissonance. If the meal was as they said, I would be free of these dire thoughts, but if the meal were to drive me deeper into darkness, how would it all end?

Drowning was obviously out of the question. When the pizza pies arrived and the first flavors touched my lips, all fear subsided. It was more than enough to turn the morbids down. Those dark winter thoughts turned to spring love. The mental bird started to quietly chirp...

Heard the pizza was amazing so we decided to wait the 30 min for a table outside which was much more quiet than the cacophony inside. We were given menus and water by our server. We waited 15 minutes with no further approach by the server. The table next to us finished, left and a new group were seated there. Our server came to 2 other tables directed beside us but ignored us even tho we tried to get his attention. He then proceeded to approach the table that was seated less than 10 minutes ( right beside us) and took their food order! So we spent 1 hour and 5 minutes waiting - that’s right 30 minutes st the door and a ridiculous 35 minutes seated at our table without having our order taken! Disgusted with such shoddy and disrespectful service. I don’t care how good your pizza is “supposed” to be! I will never...

Truly unique gluten free crust made of potato and polenta base that gives a somewhat fry-like dense taste that stands out. This really tasted like eating pizza on a base of fries and it was delicious! I got the Pesto Pedaler which was a great combination of flavours that I have never seen put together before. I would highly recommend it on any crust.

Unfortunately I was short on time so I ordered take out and as a result can’t comment too much on the atmosphere of the restaurant. However, I did walk in to pick up my pizza. It was a chill vibe with friendly staff and a smooth pick up experience. I’d definitely go back for a cool date or hang out with friends.

Overall, a unique gluten free gem that’s worth making the trip to visit if you’re a celiac travelling in...