Calzone vs. Pizza: What’s the Difference?

If a calzone is basically a folded pizza, why order one instead of the other? Fair question — here’s the answer.

What a calzone is

A calzone is pizza dough folded over its fillings, sealed at the edge, and baked into a half-moon. Same family, different shape. Folding traps steam inside, so the fillings stay hot and moist and the whole thing travels well.

Why choose a calzone

It’s portable and self-contained — no toppings sliding off. It’s also a different eating experience: a pocket of melted cheese and fillings with a sturdy, golden crust. Some people just prefer that ratio.

Our 15 varieties

Pulcinella makes 15 kinds of calzone, so there’s plenty to explore whether you want classic cheese and meat or something with more going on. They pair perfectly with a side salad.

Good to know: A calzone is a folded, sealed pizza baked as a half-moon. Pulcinella offers 15 varieties.

Fold into something good. Pulcinella Pizzeria, 1119 W Drake Rd, Ste C12 · (970) 206-0065.