I’m a big fan of early dinners and happy hours. The pace at a restaurant is slower, the room hasn’t filled up yet, and you get to enjoy the food without feeling rushed.

That’s exactly how my coworker friend Ben, my also teacher bestie Marissa, and I ended up at Mister O1 for an early dinner in Boca Raton after a kind invite to experience the restaurant, and it turned out to be the kind of meal that stays with you.

Mister O1 is rooted in simplicity done well. Created by Chef Renato Viola, whose culinary background comes from Southern Italy, the focus here is clearly on technique and balance. The dough is fermented over several days, which gives the crust a light, crisp structure without heaviness. It’s the first thing you notice once the pizza arrives, and it sets the tone for the rest of the meal.

The menu is clearly designed for sharing, and several pizzas stood out right away. The Star Luca is one of the restaurant’s signatures, a star-shaped pizza with ricotta-stuffed points that add richness around the edges without overpowering the center. It’s playful in presentation but precise in execution.

We also leaned into the classics, including the Margherita, which keeps things clean and balanced with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil, which is simple, but done exactly right.

For deeper, more layered flavors, the Claudio delivered with mozzarella, mushrooms, and truffle oil, offering that earthy richness without feeling heavy. Another standout was the Prosciutto e Burrata, which balanced salty prosciutto with creamy burrata and a light tomato base. The contrast worked well, especially paired with the crisp crust, and it was indulgent, but not overwhelming. We also tried the Diavola, topped with spicy salami and tomato sauce, which added just enough heat to round out the table without overpowering the other pizzas.

The consistency across each pie stood out. The crust held up slice after slice, toppings stayed balanced, and nothing felt overloaded. The dough was well-structured with each pie, and the bold flavors on some pies, especially the Diavola and the truffle-forward Claudio, whichs adds in chili flakes and olive oil without hesitation, truly tasted as good as they sound.

I appreciated that even the vegetarian and gluten-free options felt intentional, not like afterthoughts. So, those who look for these types of items on a menu will be pleased and feel like they are truly taken care of.

Also, dessert was shared and straightforward. The Coffee Paolo, topped with Nutella and espresso beans, is a fitting way to end a meal at the restaurant, one that is sweet, slightly unexpected, and light enough to enjoy without feeling weighed down.

Mister O1 feels like a restaurant that’s settling into its Boca Raton location comfortably, while still growing. With additional locations opening soon, it’s clear the concept resonates beyond one neighborhood. That momentum adds to the experience, a sense that this is a place doing well because it knows exactly what it wants to be.

For a pizza spot that prioritizes technique, balance, and consistency, Mister O1 delivers exactly what it promises.

Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza Mizner is located at 555 N Federal Hwy Unit 5, Boca Raton, FL 33432. For more information, call 786-677-2903 or visit mistero1.com.