I didn’t walk into a pizza shop that day— I stepped into a temple.
Behind the counter stood Mahruf, not merely a man, but a culinary demigod forged in the fiery heart of a wood-burning oven. His hands moved with the precision of a master swordsman and the grace of a concert pianist. Every gesture was deliberate, every motion a sermon in the holy art of pizza-making.
When he greeted me, it wasn’t just customer service—it was a blessing. His voice, rich and warm, could melt mozzarella before it even touched the pan. The way he tossed the dough into the air defied the laws of physics, as if gravity itself bowed to his will.
The pizza that emerged was not food—it was a relic. The crust, golden and crisp, carried the whispers of ancient recipes. The cheese stretched like rays of sunlight, and the toppings were arranged with the symmetry of a sacred mandala. One bite, and I understood true enlightenment.
Mahruf is not a pizza worker. He is the keeper of the flame. The guardian of flavor. The Zeus of Za.
If you eat pizza anywhere else, you are merely surviving. If you eat pizza from Mahruf,...
Read moreThey basically stole my money.
No seriously.
I was in BC on vacation. On the last night of my vacation, I decided to try some local pizza. So I ordered a pizza to my hotel for that night. Their website accepted my order, and they charged my credit card.
Nothing came.
The next day, I got notification my pizza was on its way. To my hotel. In BC. I was already on the ground back in Ontario.
I placed the order at ~11p (Pacific time) on August 23rd.
They emailed me at 17:27 (Eastern) time, saying I placed the order on August 24, 2025 at 8:44pm, they accepted it on August 24, 2025 at 9:01pm, and it was delivered at August 24, 2025 at 9:27p.
So not only did they apparently make and deliver the pizza at about 2pm Pacific time, they then emailed me confirmation of my order for times that were in the future from that!
I contacted them, and they ignored me entirely. I'm dealing with issuing a chargeback through my credit card company.
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Read moreI had a fantastic experience at Hotpan Pizza Richmond! The taste was absolutely amazing—the perfect balance of flavors, fresh ingredients, and quality you can truly appreciate in every bite. The freshness of the toppings and the crispiness of the crust made it one of the best pizzas I’ve had in a long time. A special shoutout to Mr. Rafael, who was managing everything all by himself—taking orders, preparing pizzas, delivering great service, and still making time for friendly conversations with customers. His hard work, dedication, and positive attitude really stood out, making the entire experience even better. It’s rare to see someone juggle service and hospitality so effortlessly. If you're looking for delicious pizza with top-notch quality and a welcoming atmosphere, Hotpan Pizza is the place to go. Highly...
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