Other than the regionally ubiquitous crab, you won't find many non-traditional pizza toppings at this Highlandtown pizzeria, which stakes claim as Baltimore's very first pizza joint. Opened in 1943, Matthew's Pizza is a hard-core traditionalist establishment, offering simple variations on a cheese-and-tomato pie. Having been voted Baltimore's best pizza year after year by various local publications, Matthew's has remained consistently excellent as well as affordable. Start with an antipasto salad or fresh tomatoes and mozzarella while you're waiting for your pie. For the main event, go for a classic choice such as the Margherita, which boasts fresh basil, or the Everything, which mixes pepperoni with favorite toppings such as olives, anchovies, mushrooms and green peppers. A white pizza features three cheeses and no tomatoes. Spaghetti and subs are also available. For dessert, Matthew's imports cheesecake from The Cheesecake Factory, cannoli from Vaccaro's, and it makes sorbet and gelato on-site. Voted Best Pizza in 2007 City Paper readers poll. A full bar is available, as well as espresso and cappuccino. Serving lunch and dinner daily. Fresh and frozen pies available for takeout.