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Nestled in a typically petite Cambridge space, Di Mio can be a tight squeeze for a big group, but what it lacks in roominess it makes up for in bright décor and ambience. The walls are an earthy orange color that blend into the exposed copper vents on the ceiling. Various paintings and photographs of Italy set the mood without being too cliché, and the open kitchen buzzes with busy staff shoving pizzas into the ovens. All of these factors, along with the allure of “gourmet” dining, make Di Mio a perfect...
...Mio wants to attract Harvard diners, it certainly has its work cut out for it. First and foremost, it must differentiate itself from ‘Nochs, which many students regard as the be all and end all of Cambridge pizza establishments. Second, it needs to overcome its location on the oft-neglected stretch of Mass. Ave. between the Yard and Porter Square, which is usually frequented only by the most curious gourmands and Quadlings. After a Friday night visit to Di Mio, however, it quickly became apparent that the new gourmet pizzeria has what it takes to overcome these...
Unlike Noch’s and Tommy’s, who have cornered the market on late-night greasy snacks, Di Mio offers a slightly more upscale take on pizza, serving up gourmet Neapolitan-style pies in a sit-down setting. But despite the abundance of menu items such as Fiore di Latte mozzarella and fire-roasted fennel, Di Mio is as unpretentious as it gets, and thus far it seems to have established a niche for itself as a friendly, laid-back neighborhood pizzeria. It is filled with (gasp) actual Cambridge residents and offers sanctuary from the touristy Harvard...
...Mio is not the place to go for a greasy slice, but the 14” Basic Red ($9.95) is a good place to start for those suspicious of red onion jam and raisins on their pizza. The crust is thin and crispy, and the sauce has just enough garlic to satisfy the taste buds without making your breath lethal. A full list of specialty toppings ($3 each), ranging from grilled eggplant to smoked slab bacon, are available to spice up the basic pie—however, disastrous combinations may result. Kalamata olives, Great Hill Blue Cheese, and Julienne leeks...
...pizza is not your thing, Di Mio also offers a choice of three satisfying paninis and a selection of salads big enough to feed a small army. The wine list is short but serviceable, with each vintage matching a specialty pizza. Import beers are limited ($3.50), so if you aren’t adverse to a meal sans alcohol, Di Mio’s own root beer and cream sodas are a good...