Hutchins Garage

Overall Rating: 5.4/10 The food and experience were good enough but didn't wow me. It was alright, not something I'd rave about. Atmosphere / Service: 8.2/10 The restaurant's distinctive setting is engaging from the moment you see the building and continues as you sit down and take in your surroundings. Initially unclear on the self-service format, a staff member helpfully called out instructions for self-seating and using the QR code for menu and ordering. The process was unexpectedly smooth, despite a typical preference for in-person ordering. The limited menu options were a minor drawback. Food: Margherita Pizza: 5.1/10 The pizza, expected to be a standout given the sparse menu, was just adequate. It arrived quicker than anticipated, hinting at a possibly hastened baking process. The main detractor was the amount of grease, which was excessive, though the base was nicely crispy, and the cheese seemed to be good quality. Bean Dip / Chips: 5.9/10 This appetizer was a pleasant surprise, providing a tasty complement to the pizza. The chips were seasoned with a unique blend that was initially enjoyable but became too strong after several bites. 3 Pokegyms and 1 Pokestop which gave the place a nice added value for Pokemon Go users. Value: 5.8 / 10 Considering the overall experience, the value seems appropriate, and there's some interest in giving the pizza another try in the future to see if the experience gives a different result.

I was fortunate to catch Hutchins Garage right before close while I was in Durham. A wicked pizza joint in an old auto shop, decorated with punk rock idols and hipster stuff. They carry a good number of local/state wide craft beers so I was happy to try one out. We ordered a Mortadella $14 - Italian Salume, fresh & aged mozzarella, roasted cherry tomatoes, topped with arugula and parmesan. - Everything was exactly what we hoped for and the crust was cooked perfectly. It was refreshing to have a light & earthy pizza paired with hefty pint before a night out!

Indoor/outdoor flex space is nice, glad we could bring our dog. Margherita Pizza was OKAY, but very greasy. Had to use SO MANY napkins to sop up the grease, and keep it from getting all over my shirt. The dough/crust was a bit flimsy and very wet, like it wasn't cooked all the way and couldn't withstand the toppings (which were minimal). I like a pizza that isn't super "floppy". Our dog was happy to help eat some slices. The fried polenta was DELICIOUS, definitely get that!

Fantastic vegan pizza with high-quality coconut based cheese. Got Grandma's pizza, which is the thicker crust, square pie - with fried eggplant, kalamata olives, and kale. So tasty. (Fyi- fried eggplant has egg in batter). Chill outdoor area with cool music on the speakers. Strong well drinks for 8$. The service was fantastic, and the pizza came out fast. They also have a scan and order option now, where you scan a qr code to order and have food brought out to the table. You can also order food and drinks at the bar inside.

My boyfriend and I were in the mood for gourmet pizza last night so we decided to try Hutchins after reading their positive reviews. Well, we were there only 5 minutes and decided to leave for two reasons. First, the temperature inside the place was unbearable. With last night being a wet and cold night, we were wanting and expecting to sit somewhere warm and comfortable. That is not what we experienced however because the inside of this place felt exactly like it did outside. Second, the lady who approached us upon entering was not exactly friendly and told us that we needed to pick a seat, scan the QR code at the table, and order online. This was very disappointing. People go to a sit-down restaurant to receive service, not to have to do work on a mobile device. That kind of system is impersonal and inhospitable. It is also inconvenient, since not everyone carries a cell phone. We ended up going down the street to Pizzeria Toro, where we received warm and attentive service as well as a few kinds of delicious gourmet pizza. I highly recommend Pizzeria Toro! :)