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58 THE QUEENS COURIER • BUZZ • JANUARY 9, 2014 FOR BREAKING NEWS VISIT www.queenscourier.com  dining out THE COURIER/Photos by Liam La Guerre (Top) The Pizza Club has been introducing the pizza muffi n for a new way to enjoy an old Italian favorite. The Pizza Club offers an array of pizza choices and Italian favorites. THE PIZZA CLUB: A FRESH START BY LIAM LA GUERRE lguerre@queenscourier.com When Alan Rabinowitz decided to open a pizzeria on Francis Lewis Boulevard in Flushing about eight months ago, he didn’t know the building he planned to open in had a dark reputation. Shortly after opening, he started to learn of rumors that the site, which was a pizzeria before, failed because the pizza was low quality and because residents saw shady characters lingering inside. “We really didn’t know how bad the reputation was,” Rabinowitz said. “But when we fi rst opened up, people wouldn’t even walk in here. If I knew that, I wouldn’t have even opened here.” With that in mind, Rabinowitz and his business partner decided to introduce deals to appeal to customers and build new relationships in the community, such as giving free pizza to nearby Holy Cross High School when the football and basketball team wins games. Their specials have been successful so far and Rabinowitz said the restaurant has been breaking even in recent weeks. Like most pizzerias, The Pizza Club emphasizes the world-famous Italian specialty. Rabinowitz offers various toppings for a wide array of pizzas, such as Hawaiian pie with pineapple and ham or the penne alla vodka pie. The pizzas have fl aky crust and are covered with a savory sauce and topped with fresh mozzarella. A regular 18-inch cheese pizza costs $15 on a normal day. But, on Mondays, anyone who orders an 18-inch pie between 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. will pay a price consistent with the time they called. Calling at 6:32 p.m. for example, would make the price just $6.32. It’s just one of The Pizza Club’s deals to appeal to more customers. “The line goes through the door,” Rabinowitz said. Besides normal slices, The Pizza Club offers squares, such as garlicky grandma slices and savory upside down pizzas, which are made by putting mozzarella on the dough fi rst, followed by the sauce and a layer of sprinkled cheese. Then, there is the Pizza Club’s original treat; the pizza muffi n. Using a cupcake pan, pizza dough is baked as it would be for a muffi n, then layers of cheese, sauce and toppings, such as pepperoni or buffalo chicken, are added. It’s a unique look for a pizza, with a delicious and familiar taste. “You always have to be on top of the game and keep changing things up, especially at this location,” Rabinowitz said. And, for those not interested in pizza, the restaurant may have something for you too. The Pizza Club also offers salads, heroes, rolls, wings, wraps, baked ziti, and even Junior’s cheesecake, a delicacy from the well-known Brooklyn restaurant. View Over 200 Reviews at queenscourier.com  THE PIZZA CLUB 718-281-0444 25-71 Francis Lewis Boulevard Flushing, NY, 11358 Hours: 11 am -9 p.m. 7 days a week Free Delivery Wheelchair: Yes Take out: Yes Catering: Yes Credit Cards: Yes COMMIT TO BE FIT ONE-ON-ONE PERSONAL TRAINING GROUP CLASSES AVAILABLE THE FITNESS CONSULTANT 208-52 Cross Island Pkwy • Bayside 718.352.9075 2011 st HOURS: Tuesday to Friday 9:30 am - 6:00pm Saturday 9:30am - 5:00pm Visit us at: empire-market.com ALL AGES. ALL FITNESS LEVELS. ALL ABILITIES. Celebrating Our 24th Anniversary! www.tfc-gym.com FREE TRAINING SESSION CALL TODAY of the THE QUEENS QueensCourier.com Place


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