The 50th and France shopping district is getting a new pizza place in mid-October in the former Arezzo Ristorante space. After 20 years in operation, the landlord declined to renew the Italian eatery’s lease so it could be replaced with something “new and fresh,” according to Bring Me the News.
Butcher paper with Mr. Paul’s Supper Club “let the good times roll” stickers lined the windows around the 5057 France Ave. S property late this spring, signaling something new was on its way.
The same people behind Mr. Paul’s Supper Club are also running Mothership Pizza Paradise– Chef Tommy Begnaud, Carrie Erickson, and Courtney Briden–sans Nick Kosevich, who is also the CEO of Earl Giles.
Wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas and handmade pastas will be Mothership Pizza Paradise’s focus with a small plate menu of cured and crudo meats, salads, and roasted vegetables. The restaurant will also serve cocktails, beer, and wine. The City Council approved the new restaurant’s liquor license in August. The restaurant will be able to seat 50 people including the bar area.
“We’ve poured our hearts into creating a space where people can come together to enjoy great food and great company,” Begnaud said in a press release. “We can’t wait to welcome the community into this new home.”
Mothership Pizza Paradise pays homage to Begnaud’s late mother and to all moms. As a noted theme, Begnaud dedicated Mr. Paul’s Supper Club to his grandfather.