Ray’s Pizzaria
Multiple locations, rayspizzaria.com
Ambiance: Italian crooners, New York sport teams and Pacino flicks fill the expansive spaces.
The Deal: $5.95 for two 1-topping slices of pizza and a drink; $5.95 for one slice, a side salad and a drink
The Slice: As big as your head. One was more than enough, but we plowed through two because ‘Merica. Definitely spring for the salad combo if you’re not ready to take down half of a pie on your own.
Variety: Switch up the toppings (19 to choose from) for 50 cents more each. Highlights include feta, artichokes, sweet and hot peppers and anchovies.
Hours: Slice lunch special runs 11am-3pm; hours of operation vary by location.
Station Café
108 King William St., (210) 444-2200, thestationsa.com
Ambiance: Often hectic due to the Station’s popularity but generally laid-back. The airy space is filled with local art and there’s plenty of seating for solo or group diners.
The Deal: Slices range from $2.25 to $2.75.
The Slice: While Station Café’s sandwiches are the clear stars, there’s something to be said for providing a quick, cheap lunch option to most of Southtown. The thin crust is perfectly sturdy and crisps up nicely. The Southwestern was an interesting take for its chicken bites, black bean spread, poblano peppers and fresh onions.
Variety: Vegetarians don’t have to stick with cheese as a readily available option here.
Hours: 11am-9pm Mon-Fri
Whole Foods Café
55 E. Basse Rd., Suite 130, (210) 826-4676, wholefoodsmarket.com
Ambiance: It’s the inside of a Whole Foods — take it to go or have a sit-down in the café.
The Deal: $3.50 for a slice, or two for $6.
The Slice: The grocer’s version wins points for its accessibility and freshness. Served hot from the oven (or re-heated if you so choose), the slices are served in triangular take-out boxes and filled with roasted veggies, fresh mozzarella or thinly sliced cured meats.
Variety: The lineup changes often. Team members crank out new pies daily.
Hours: 8am-10pm daily.
