They serve thin crust, oven baked pizza cuisine. They are known for their cool vibe and tasty pizza. They are also known for their trendy name and interior ambiance.
People enjoy eating here for the delicious thin crust pizza and cool ambiance. The building is shaped like a matchbox and they burn oak fires.
| Item | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Appetizers | ||
| Mini Burgers | hand-pattied certified angus beef , toasted brioche, pickles, onion straws, gouda, mozzarella or gorgonzola. | $10.00 - $23.00 |
| Ginormous Meatball | Angus Beef, veal pork, pepperoni sauce , wood-fired bread, pecorino romano. | $14.00 |
| Wood-Oven Mussels | Nueske bacon , tomatoes , gorgonzola , garlic bread , white wine herb broth. | $14.00 |
| Crab Avocado Tower | Crab meat, mango salsa, avocado relish, basil oil, crostini. | $17.00 |
| Tuna Tartare | Fresh tuna, crispy malanga chips, honey-garlic sauce, wasabi oil. | $14.00 |
| Mini Trio | 2 pan-seared scallops, 2 mini crab cakes, 2 bun-less mini burgers topped with gorgonzola and sautéed mushrooms. | $21.00 |
| Shrimp Grits | Tillamook cheddar grits, andouille butter sauce. | $12.00 |
| Cream of Crab Soup | Crab, sherry, gruyere. | $6.00 |
| Cream of Crab Soup | Crab, sherry, gruyere. | $9.00 |
| Mozzi Carrozzi | italian bread, mozzarella, roma tomatoes, fresh basil, lightly fried, zesty tomato sauce. | $10.00 |
| Salads | ||
| Grilled chicken $7.00 grilled salmon, shrimp, scallops $8.00 ribeye steak, ahi tuna $10.00 | ||
| Simple Salad | Mixed greens ,tomatoes ,red onions ,dried cherries ,pecorino romano ,parmesan crisp ,balsamic vinaigrette | $7.00 |
| Simple Salad | mixed greens ,tomatoes ,red onions ,dried cherries ,pecorino romano ,parmesan crisp ,balsamic vinaigrette | $10.00 |
| Panzanella Salad | Arugula ,frisee ,house-made cornbread croutons ,cucumbers ,red onions ,seasonal tomatoes ,red wine vinaigrette. | $12.00 |
| Apple Pear Salad | Mixed greens ,candied pecans ,gorgonzola ,honey-balsamic vinaigrette. | $12.00 |
| Wedge Salad | Artisan romaine ,nueske bacon ,red onions ,tomatoes ,red wine vinaigrette ,gorgonzola dressing | $10.00 |
| Ahi Tuna Salad | Romaine ,spring mix ,red onions ,carrots ,red peppers ,peanuts ,wonton strips ,soba noodles ,daikon sprouts ,sesame seeds ,ginger-soy vinaigrette. | $18.00 |
| Tys Chopped Salad | Romaine ,radicchio ,chickpeas ,soppressata ,fennel salami ,roasted red peppers ,tomatoes ,pepperoncini ,aged provolone ,oregano vinaigrette. | $10.00 |
| Tys Chopped Salad | Romaine ,radicchio ,chickpeas ,soppressata ,fennel salami ,roasted red peppers ,tomatoes ,pepperoncini ,aged provolone ,oregano vinaigrette. | $15.00 |
| Entrees | ||
| Seared Sea Scallops | Trumpet mushrooms ,spinach ,creamed corn. | $12.00 |
| Spicy Cajun Tuna | Asparagus risotto ,ginger soy butter ,wasabi aioli. | $26.00 |
| Porcini Rubbed Ribeye | House-cut ribeye ,potato croutons ,mini wedge salad | $31.00 |
| Italian Sausage Rigatoni | Zesty tomato sauce ,romano ,peas ,garlic bread. | $17.00 |
| Pan Seared Salmon | Carrots ,zucchini ,yellow squash ,citrus butter. | $22.00 |
| Coconut Crusted Halibut | Cilantro rice ,mango lime puree. | $26.00 |
| Sandwiches | ||
| Bistro Burger | Certified angus beef ,gorgonzola ,cremini mushrooms ,applewood smoked bacon ,beer-battered onion rings. | $15.00 |
| Crabcake Sandwich | Crab meat ,tangy roasted red pepper remoulade ,toasted brioche roll ,house-cut fries. | $18.00 |
| MB Chicken Sandwich | Crispy fried or grilled ,toasted brioche roll ,house-made buttermilk dressing ,house-cut fries. | $12.00 |
| Wood-Fired Lamb Sandwich | Charred scallion yogurt ,crispy artichokes ,feta ,chickpea fries ,grilled naan. | $16.00 |
| Black Bean Banh Mi | House-made black bean veggie patty ,cucumbers ,pickled daikon carrot ,cilantro ,sriracha ,toasted baguette ,soba noodle salad. | $12.00 |
| Capitol Hill Club | Toasted brioche bread ,turkey ,avocados ,applewood smoked bacon ,arugula ,tomatoes ,dijon aioli ,house-made potato chips. | $12.00 |
| Brick Chicken | Wood-oven-roasted chicken ,fingerling potatoes ,asparagus ,tomato bruschetta. | $19.00 |
| The Bloody Mary Burger | Certified angus beef ,fried egg ,bloody mary mayo ,cheddar ,gouda ,applewood smoked bacon ,mixed greens ,mustard vinaigrette. | $15.00 |
| The Original Pizza | ||
| Matchbox Meat | Pepperoni ,spicy italian sausage ,crispy bacon ,zesty tomato sauce ,mozzarella. | $15.00 - $23.00 |
| Sausage Onion | Roasted red peppers ,zesty tomato sauce ,mozzarella. | $15.00 - $23.00 |
| Fire Smoke | Fire-roasted red peppers ,spanish onions ,chipotle pepper tomato sauce ,garlic purée ,smoked gouda ,fresh basil. | $14.00 - $22.00 |
| Q Special | Herb-roasted chicken ,portabella mushrooms ,roasted red peppers ,zesty tomato sauce ,mozzarella. | $15.00 - $23.00 |
| Pepperoni | Double pepperoni ,zesty tomato sauce ,mozzarella. | $14.00 - $22.00 |
| Spicy Meatball | House-made spicy meatballs ,crispy bacon ,crushed red pepper ,fresh garlic purée ,zesty tomato sauce ,mozzarella. | $15.00 - $23.00 |
| Prosciutto White | Kalamata olives ,fresh garlic purée ,ricotta ,mozzarella ,extra virgin olive oil. | $14.00 - $22.00 |
| Chicken Pesto | Herb-roasted chicken ,house-made pesto sauce ,mozzarella. | $14.00 - $22.00 |
| Chef's Picks | ||
| Marks Pepperoni Banana Peppers | Double pepperoni ,zesty tomato sauce ,mozzarella. | $15.00 - $23.00 |
| Oven-Dried Tomato Fresh Mozzarella | Zesty tomato sauce ,fresh basil ,sea salt. | $14.00 - $22.00 |
| Prosciutto Black Mission Fig | Roasted garlic ,mozzarella ,gorgonzola ,black pepper honey ,arugula. | $15.00 - $23.00 |
| Veggie | Roasted garlic ,pesto ,oven-dried tomatoes ,artichokes ,pecorino romano ,mozzarella. | $13.00 - $21.00 |
| Coppa Italian Ham Arugula | Pesto ,mozzarella. | $15.00 - $23.00 |
| Spicy Soppressata Salami Wild Mushroom | Fresh herbs ,zesty tomato sauce ,mozzarella. | $14.00 - $22.00 |
| Italian Salami | Deli pepperoni ,fennel salami ,arugula ,mortadella ,mozzarella ,marinated tomatoes ,zesty tomato sauce. | $15.00 - $23.00 |
| Create Your Own | Topping on small $ 2.00,large $3.00. | $12.00 - $18.00 |
| Brunch | ||
| Lox and Flatbread | Cream cheese ,capers ,red onion ,oven-roasted eggs. | $13.00 |
| Cast Iron Baked Cinnamon Rolls | Home-made cream cheese icing. | $6.00 |
| Bloody Mary Burger | Fried egg ,bloody mary mayo ,cheddar ,gouda ,mixed greens ,mustard vinaigrette. | $15.00 |
| Veggie Frittata | Cremini mushrooms ,roasted red peppers ,goat cheese ,brunch potatoes ,baby spinach ,basil pesto. | $13.00 |
| Banana Bread French Toast | Raspberries ,rum-infused maple syrup. | $13.00 |
| Fresh Fruit Waffle | Warm berry sauce ,maple syrup. | $11.00 |
| Cast Iron Steak Eggs | Brunch potatoes ,fresh herbs ,grilled ciabatta with garlic butter. | $15.00 |
| Fruit Granola | Honey-orange greek yogurt ,home-made granola ,honey whipped cream. | $6.00 |
| Huevos Rancheros | Black beans ,pico di gallo ,avocado relish ,chipotle sour cream ,green chili sauce. | $13.00 |
| Brunch Pizza | Onion ,sausage ,smoked gouda ,scrambled eggs ,pico di gallo ,chipotle sour cream. | $14.00 |
| Brunch Pizza | Onion ,sausage ,smoked gouda ,scrambled eggs ,pico di gallo ,chipotle sour cream | $20.00 |
| Crabcake Benedict | Chipotle hollandaise ,poached egg ,bacon ,brunch potatoes. | $16.00 |
| Desserts | ||
| Mos Magic Brownies | Melt-in-your-mouth chocolate brownies ,chefs choice of ice cream and garnish. | $8.00 |
| Pecan Pie | Bourbon butter sauce ,vanilla gelato. | $8.00 |
| Chocolate Chip Bread Pudding | Banana ,rum caramel ,fresh whipped cream. | $8.00 |
| Trio Dessert | Mos magic brownie ,sorbet trio ,house-made doughnuts. | $12.00 |
| Coffee Doughnuts | Cinnamon doughnuts ,espresso kahlua creme. | $8.00 |
| Fresh Fruit Pizza | Raspberries ,blackberries ,strawberries ,mascarpone icing ,fresh mint ,balsamic reduction. | $8.00 |
| Cheese Plate | ask about current selection ,local honeycomb ,poached stone fruit ,crostini. | $8.00 |
| Peanut Butter & Chocolate Ice Cream Cake | Oreo cookie crust ,peanut butter cups ,peanut brittle. | $8.00 |
History
They opened their doors in 2003. Matchbox was founded by Ty Neal and his brother Mark, along with their partners Drew Kim and Perry Smith.
They received recognition in their first year as, “Best New Restaurant” by the Restaurant Association of Metropolitan Washington. They currently have 11 locations.
Review
The ambiance is a cool, dim light setting that is more of an upscale dining experience. They have indoor table seating but do not over outdoor seating at many of their locations.
Their pizzas are made with all-natural ingredients and very thin crust, so the taste is focused on the toppings.
They serve a wide variety of oven-baked pizzas and a large selection of craft beers, hand crafted cocktails, and wine.
They typically do not have a wait time, apart from on the weekends but it is usually no more than 15 minutes. The staff has been reviewed positively.