Blaze Fast-Fire'd Pizza

For an ever-expanding chain (there are three branches in DFW and over 100 outposts throughout the U.S.) this fast-casual pizza purveyor bats well above average. We're talking 11-inches of crispy, thin-crust pies, crafted from scratch-made dough, topped with premium toppings and cooked in an open-flame oven in under 180 seconds. Plus you can load 'em up with everything from applewood bacon and grilled chicken to veggies, gorgonzola and pesto sauce for less than $8. Don't feel like making decisions? Then opt for one of the pre-configured pies like the Green Stripe, with pesto drizzled grilled chicken, roasted red peppers, arugula, chopped garlic and mozzarella. Prefer thick crust? Ask for a high-rise version of their original crust. Gluten-intolerant? No problem, they do gluten-free pies with vegan cheese too. And local craft beer and an awesome patio only add to the appeal. No wonder this place has a cult-like following.