Plank's Cafe & Pizzeria

Eighth Stop on the Pizza Tour:
Plank's Cafe & Pizzeria
743 Parsons Avenue
Columbus, OH 43206
Plank's Cafe is a Columbus landmark which I have frequented since I was a small child. It is a family owned spot on the eastern border of German Village that attracts a good crowd of loyal patrons from all over the city. On some nights, I find my second grade teacher, whose father founded Plank's, managing the floor. In any case, on to the pizza review. We had a relatively strong crowd at the eighth stop, including the commissioners, Katy, Cari, Lauren, and Drew. Lauren is not a fan of the sweet pizza pie sauce, so she ordered a salad with fried chicken on it. That is all I will say about that scene. The others ordered three pies, a pepperoni, of course, a cheese, and a brat. None of us had ever had bratwurst pie, so when we noticed it on the menu, we ordered up. The pizza at Plank's is thin crust, traditional square pie, with a sweetness to it, I think in both the sauce and the crust. It is and has been one of my favorite pizza joints in the city for a long time, and is always a good time. The group as a whole liked the pie, especially Cari. If atmosphere were a strong weight on the ratings this place would be off the charts. It is decorated wall to wall with Buckeyes sports memorabilia, as well as other Ohio high school, college, and professional sports gear. If you are a Columbus native or resident, Plank's is a must to visit. The pizza is strong, and I rate it at 7 out of 10 slices.