{"id":3993,"date":"2023-11-27T19:20:03","date_gmt":"2023-11-27T19:20:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tridence.com\/blog\/?p=3993"},"modified":"2023-11-27T19:21:39","modified_gmt":"2023-11-27T19:21:39","slug":"unleashing-plant-based-delights-the-emergence-of-wild-pie-in-jacksonville","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tridence.com\/blog\/unleashing-plant-based-delights-the-emergence-of-wild-pie-in-jacksonville\/","title":{"rendered":"Unleashing Plant-Based Delights: The Emergence of Wild Pie in Jacksonville"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Jacksonville, Florida | Tridence Hospitality: A Culinary Revolution in Pizza<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wild Pie<\/strong>: A Trailblazer in Plant-Based Cuisine<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nestled in the heart of Jacksonville's bustling Hodges Pointe Plaza, Wild Pie stands as a testament to culinary innovation and environmental consciousness. This 100% plant-based pizza restaurant has recently ignited its ovens, heralding a new era in sustainable dining. Wild Pie occupies the space previously held by Brucci's Pizza, transformed through a $550,000 renovation by Osterer Construction Co. and designed by M. Todd Osburn Architect LLC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Menu: A Plant-Based Extravaganza<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pizzas: A Symphony of Flavors<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>At Wild Pie, pizza is not just a dish; it's an experience. The restaurant offers a variety of 11-inch and 14-inch pizzas, with options like the \"Veg Out,\" \"The Meat(less) Lover,\" and \"Taco 'Bout It.\" For those seeking a unique twist, a build-your-own pie option is available. Gluten-free crusts are also offered for a nominal additional charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=640%2C480&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3994\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?w=850&amp;ssl=1 850w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=560%2C420&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=80%2C60&amp;ssl=1 80w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=160%2C120&amp;ssl=1 160w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=100%2C75&amp;ssl=1 100w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=200%2C150&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=180%2C135&amp;ssl=1 180w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=360%2C270&amp;ssl=1 360w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=238%2C178&amp;ssl=1 238w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=476%2C356&amp;ssl=1 476w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=265%2C198&amp;ssl=1 265w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=530%2C396&amp;ssl=1 530w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=681%2C510&amp;ssl=1 681w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4356_t850.jpg?resize=150%2C112&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 11-inch plant-based Veg Out and The Meatless Lover pizzas.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Beyond Pizza: Salads, Nibbles, and Desserts<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The menu extends beyond pizzas to include \"Leafy Greens\" salads, appetizing \"Nibbles\" like Roasted Shishito Peppers and Spicy Impossible Meatballs, and tempting desserts including cookies, brownies, and oat milk soft-serve. A selection of beverages, including soft drinks, juices, and bottled beer, complements the dining experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Vision: Sustainable and Savory<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Commitment to Quality<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Bart Ortiz, President of Wild Pie LLC, emphasizes the importance of taste in their plant-based offerings. \"The food, first and foremost, has to taste great,\" he asserts. The menu is carefully crafted to cater not only to those following plant-based diets but also to flexitarians. The restaurant proudly uses meat substitutes like Happy Little Plants pepperoni and sausage by Hormel Foods, Daring Plant Chicken, Impossible meatballs, and Beyond Sausage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Design and Atmosphere<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The interior design of Wild Pie features copper accents, white subway tile, and softly lit lighting fixtures, creating a cozy ambiance perfect for pizza enthusiasts. This design philosophy extends to the restaurant's operational ethos, focusing on counter service and dine-in and takeout options. The commitment to a warm and welcoming environment is evident in every aspect of the restaurant's operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow aligncenter\" data-effect=\"slide\"><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_container swiper-container\"><ul class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_swiper-wrapper swiper-wrapper\"><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3995\" data-id=\"3995\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4354_t850.jpg?resize=640%2C480&#038;ssl=1\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4354_t850.jpg?w=850&amp;ssl=1 850w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4354_t850.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, 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https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4354_t850.jpg?resize=238%2C178&amp;ssl=1 238w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4354_t850.jpg?resize=476%2C356&amp;ssl=1 476w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4354_t850.jpg?resize=265%2C198&amp;ssl=1 265w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4354_t850.jpg?resize=530%2C396&amp;ssl=1 530w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4354_t850.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4354_t850.jpg?resize=681%2C510&amp;ssl=1 681w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4354_t850.jpg?resize=150%2C112&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">You can order by kiosk at Wild Pie, the 100% plant-based pizza restaurant.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><li class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_slide swiper-slide\"><figure><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-3996\" data-id=\"3996\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4353_t850.jpg?resize=640%2C480&#038;ssl=1\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4353_t850.jpg?w=850&amp;ssl=1 850w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4353_t850.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4353_t850.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4353_t850.jpg?resize=560%2C420&amp;ssl=1 560w, 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https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4353_t850.jpg?resize=265%2C198&amp;ssl=1 265w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4353_t850.jpg?resize=530%2C396&amp;ssl=1 530w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4353_t850.jpg?resize=640%2C480&amp;ssl=1 640w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4353_t850.jpg?resize=681%2C510&amp;ssl=1 681w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/tridence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/IMG_4353_t850.jpg?resize=150%2C112&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_caption gallery-caption\">You can order by kiosk at Wild Pie, the 100% plant-based pizza restaurant.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"><\/a><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"><\/a><div class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_pagination swiper-pagination swiper-pagination-white\"><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Future: Expansion and Growth<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More than Just a Restaurant<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The genesis of Wild Pie can be traced back to investor John Eckstein and his passion for plant-based living. His collaboration with OSO Capital Management LLC, The Culinary Edge, and the Wild Pie team has culminated in a unique dining concept that blends taste, health, and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Looking Ahead<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>With a successful launch, Wild Pie looks forward to expanding its horizons. Plans are underway for a second location near the University of Florida campus. This expansion signifies not just the growth of a brand but the increasing acceptance and demand for plant-based cuisine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Thoughts: A New Chapter in Plant-Based Dining<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wild Pie represents more than just a restaurant; it's a movement. Marrying delicious flavors with sustainable practices sets a new standard in the culinary world. As it grows and evolves, Wild Pie is poised to become a landmark in Jacksonville's dining scene and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information about Wild Pie, please visit their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wildpie.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">official website<\/a> or follow them on Instagram at @wild_pie_pizza.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>---------------------------------<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a 904 Food and Drink article, PR, news release, or want a review, submit it to dvega@tridence.com \/ Attn: 904 Food &amp; Drink \u2014 25+ years supporting the local 904 hospitality industry. 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