Flout! — Restaurant in Belfast

The main reason my wife and I visited Belfast from Scotland was to come to Flout! After seeing this place on FRC I was desperate to get my greedy chops around a few of those sexy pies! The opening times are very unusual at 12-2pm Wednesday to Saturday. I think sometimes they stay open a little longer and they are starting to do Friday nights but best to check their socials for updates and daily specials. I quite like the uniqueness of their opening times, maybe not the most practical for customers, but to me, it’s a sign they are focussing on quality. We prepared for a queue so got there early. A line outside formed within no time. Thankfully we were near the front. Once the doors opened it wasn’t long before we had our pizzas in front of us. The service was quick and efficient and staff were able to explain in detail what was in each pie. We got a piece of the spicy kings, pimped cheese, a daily special which had jalapeño and sausage mince, and we also got some focaccia. Along with the pizzas we got some craic ranch and a chilli honey. Starting with the spicy kings. I’ve had Edinburgh’s best Detroit style pizza before but this one topped it by a mile. It wasn’t as oily as I’ve had in the past and tasted unreal. Crisp outer with a soft, juicy and full of flavour centre. The chilli honey went incredibly well with this pizza. My wife is not great with cheese so we asked for the pimped cheese without the extra Parmesan. We both really enjoyed it. Again, it was full of flavour and the pizza was very thick and soft. The jalapeño and sausage pizza (can’t remember the actual name) was also very good. A bit too spicy for my wife but I loved it. The tomato base in all the pizzas are high quality and same with the cheese. The time and attention to detail makes a huge difference. Finally, we saved the focaccia for later. I’ve often found focaccia being quite stale and hard once left for a few hours. But not only did this focaccia remain soft and springy after a few hours but it also remained fresh the following day. I couldn’t quite believe it but the sourdough focaccia with overnight marinara and pickled chillis was incredible +24 hours purchase. The craic ranch was delicious as well. Flout! also supply Mexican glass bottle cokes if you fancy a cane sugar coke. Overall, I enjoyed this place more than my wife because of the cheese but even she still liked it. It’s sad that I’ll likely not be back in a while because I would love to try their other offerings. 100% up there for one of the best pizzas I’ve tasted. What makes this place stand out is the overall package they provide, like the change of menu, freshness of ingredients, fair price, and the care and attention they put into each pizza. I would love to try one of their thin crusts so I’ll need to come back at some point. Thank you Flout!, as expected,...

Wow, wow, WOW! If you’re still looking for the best pizza to ever cross your lips.. you can rest now, congratulations.. you’ve found it!

Single-handedly putting NI on the map for a truly unique pizza experience, Naples take notes, Dave Portnoy.. you can keep your New Haven!!

They only open a select few days, with a small window of opportunity, but boy is it worth it!

Have to queue, don’t worry.. your time will be rewarded with an array of flavours and textures, you never thought possible with pizza, all the while, expanding your culinary palate with unique combinations, all coming together in beautiful, pizza harmony.

Pizzas sell out quick, so if your favourite is gone, don’t be afraid to venture outside your comfort zone, you can’t go wrong, even the ‘basic’ (I use this term extremely lightly) tomato pie will redefine your definition of the word ‘pizza’.

Favourites include, the classic pepperoni slice and the vodka sauce and fennel sausage pizza, with HOT HONEY (CANNOT BE FORGOTTEN) - hot is a strong word, it adds a mild kick, but heavily favouring the sweet side and boy does it add another dimension - homemade ranch is light and creamy, while packed full of fresh flavour - all washed down with a glass bottled beverage, which I’m sure everyone can agree creates the most authentic experience for a drink, well.. flout is the glass bottle of the pizza industry, cannot be compared, only admired for its unique tasting experience.

Hats off to the owner, an absolute gent and a tireless passion to the craft, meticulous in detail, while offering rotational specials for the pizza adventurers among us.

Putting Northern Ireland on the map, one slice at a time!

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I recently visited Flout Pizza in Belfast and had a mixed experience. The pizza itself tasted very good, showcasing clear top-quality ingredients, especially with the unsubtle use of Mutti tomatoes. However, the sauce was a bit heavy on the basil for my liking.

The price per slice felt a bit steep. I couldn't help but think that if they spent less effort showcasing designer items like Yeti coolers and Carhartt aprons, they might be able to adjust the pricing. A shift in attitude towards public perception of wealth and the desire to “look hip” could make a difference.

One major drawback was the music in the shop—it was far too loud and could deter customers from choosing it for a family outing or a date. Letting customers hear the hustle and bustle of the kitchen would uplift the atmosphere and make the place feel less intimidating. In fact, while I was walking in, I noticed a couple who were very apprehensive about entering, with one saying, “No, you go in first.”

Additionally, the reheating process detracted from the freshness; at times, the pizza tasted like a store-bought frozen version. There was also quite a bit of flat, bare crust that lacked flavor, leaving a dry finish at the end of each slice. A suggestion would be to bring the sauce closer to the edge to avoid that dry experience.

Overall, it was a decent outing, but there are many authentic Italian pizza places that offer better freshness, atmosphere, and value. Flout has potential, but it could benefit from some adjustments to elevate...