One thing is for sure the pizzas and Italian joints in NJ and NY just destroy anything CA has by a magnitude of 100x easily. Pizza was excellent and the chicken Marsala was phenomenal. Servings are spot on and generous. Price is fair and quality is top notch. The flavor is decidedly east coast Italian and not that bastardized Italian Mexican taste in CA. Delicious is the best way to describe this place. So lucky to have to good pizzeria/ Italian restaurants near me in Paramus, NJ. Service was nice and friendly albeit a bit slow but this place was packed so no stars off. People kept coming in to eat in or take out. However the food is worth the wait. Ambiance is nice and pizzeria style. Lotta booths and clean. Not immaculate but definitely a place that has seen and served a few people. Lighting is good and natural light ones from the big glass windows. Definitely a nice place to eat at if dining out is not in the cards. Awesome food, great pizza and close to home makes this a recommendable place if someone is looking for good food! read more

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Anthony Franco's 556 Route 17 North Paramus, NJ 07652 This CP is so phenomenal that my girlfriend ordered a tray for my birthday party. The mozzarella cheese was charred well and it had a slightly crispy texture. The cutlet was pounded thin with a perfect amount of breading. The red sauce was thick. If you ever decide to have your CP catered, I highly recommend placing your order with Anthony Franco's! #anthonyfrancos #chickenparmreview #paramusnj #route17north #chickenparmesan read more

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Your typical spot with good pizza, lots of options, and nice staff. Closest thing to a Brooklyn pizza you can get, especially in Paramus.

NJ pizza blows New England pizza out of the water every time. As soon as I walked in this place, I knew it was gonna be good. Crowded on a Friday, tons of guys working. You can watch them make the pizzas behind a glass divider. The Drunken Grandma sicilian pie was excellent. Essentially a plain pie with vodka sauce instead of marinara. read more

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A bit dingy inside and outdated restaurant booths, BUTTTTT this spot reminds me all too well of the classic pizzerias I knew and loved as a child. With an interior straight out of the streets of NYC (and I should know since I grew up there), not only does Anthony Francos look the part, their pizza taste the part too - if that makes sense???? Unbeknownst to me the first time we came here, Anthony Franco's is actually part of a large chain of pizzerias in NJ. I've now had the chance to try their pizza a few times, including once when my company ordered a ridiculously large number of different pies from them and, honestly, they knocked it out of the park. I've tried their regular cheese slice, pepperoni, sausage, veggie, white, vodka, upside down and eggplant slices and all of them were really good. Really good as in not too thick, not too thin and a nice even breading to the regular slices (not counting the ones that had a massive undercarriage of dough). To be honest, this has been the closest thing that I've tried to a very, very good NY slice in northern NJ. Granted, I haven't even come close to going to every pizzeria in the county, so take it for what it's for. The only knock I do have is that they make a thick version of the Buffalo and Upside Down slices along with thin versions, which I don't understand, but go for the thin one. The thick slices are really unnecessary and way too thick in breading, unless you're looking to carb load for a marathon. Definitely on our list of NJ spots to just hit up if we're in need of a quick slice. read more

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Went to grab a quick lunch with my boyfriend, walked in and was transported back to my childhood. The old authentic booths, the garlic shakers with oregano and red pepper flakes the glass cases for the pizza with the men working right in front of you. The vibes are exactly what you want when you walk into an old school pizza place. It's clear this place is a community favorite and that people have been going here for a long time. They were quick. The food was good and they even were accommodating to my dairy allergy. My boyfriend loved the soup and the ricotta eggplant slice. My salad was typical salad but delicious and awesome for the price. Would return! read more

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Omg seriously. So good. No other words. They're quick and the pizzas are so yummy. I can't deal lol very friendly and the location is simple with parking. Thank you. The food didn't make it home. No bend on a heavy pizza. read more

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Pizza here is great. Well prepared good taste and not burned. Service is prompt and the staff are kind and friendly. The place is a little old inside but that's ok because a lot of the orders are take out. I don't expect a pizza place to have some fantastic lighting and table service. just good hot food. Pizza by the pie or the slice. Very good! read more

Not sure happened lately but normally reliable Anthony Franco's has slipped considerably. They continue to get order wrong or don't follow simple directions like dressing on the side. Not sure if it's new employees or not. But I am concerned. read more

I don't know how you can mess up a regular house salad, asked for the salad with no olives . Get home there are olives in the salad. Spoke to the night manager I told him my phone number so he could look up my order, of course he claims he couldn't find it. So either the cooks are doing it on purpose or just careless, someone one with allergies could've ended up in the hospital from foolishness like this. AF needs to be careful when preparing simple items. This is the second time this has happened in my order. I have spent good money for my families orders at this Paramus location only not to be able to eat the salad, do better for all your customers. Not worth it anymore. read more

Ordered 3 sandwiches at 8:15pm from A.F. Paramus. ---- Called the listed number for the this location at 9pm...... a few times.. through that last hour they were open. I was charged for the whole food order... .......Still never been delivered. I'll pay them a visit for that refund with BBB ;) read more

This pizzeria has very poor customer service and they need to learn how to treat their customers with the utmost respect. They did want to deliver my order because I wasn't spending over 30 dollars (financial discrimination). Pizzerias like this need to go out of business. If you can't do right by a customer, you don't deserve to have a business. read more

If they send you a sloppy mess like this, don't expect a replacement. Really disappointed in the customer service from a place we used to go to all the time. Won't be back. read more

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$3.75 for a pepperoni slice . They have many slices available, I wasn't sure which one to get, so I choose the pepperoni . You get a very good amount of pepperoni and the slice tasted decent. If I'm in the area and wants a quick bite, I wouldn't mind stopping in again. read more

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Perfect stop for a quick lunch on our way back home. We got three slices; eggplant & ricotta, buffalo chicken and a chicken, red onion and a sauce. We were all very happy. The crust was crunchy and the slices were large. Our food was ready in five minutes. We have stopped here several times in the past on the way home from southern trips. read more

Attended a training course and the facilitators ordered pizzas and a salad from here for us to have. One of the best pizzas I've ever had! I had a few veggie slices and absolutely loved them! The veggies were full of flavor, pizza bottom wasn't flimsy, fluffy, and not overly greasy. Really loved it. Even took a picture of the pizza box to make sure I order from them again. read more

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Friday night dinner run. I have good memories here from the past as they have great pizza. However, I could have done without the trip. I ordered a Sicilian slice and a Buffalo chicken slice. The Sicilian slice looked amazing but only tasted fine. The Buffalo chicken slice was stale. I was not a fan. Looks are deceiving because these slices looked really good but fell short of good. Maybe it's time for me to keep my good memories and find a new pizza spot. read more

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For a satisfying pizza fix, Anthony Francis Pizzeria - Paramus has become a go-to stop when passing through the city. I ordered a plain pizza pie, garlic knots, and a salad. I am always thoroughly impressed with the quality of the food and the overall dining experience. The plain pizza pie was a perfectly crispy crust and flavorful sauce, with a delicious combination of cheese making it a memorable delicious delight. The garlic knots were equally delicious, with just the right amount of garlic and crispy texture. Service at Anthony Francis Pizzeria is fast and efficient, ensuring that diners are promptly served and satisfied. The staff members are friendly and attentive, making it another positive dining experience. The ambiance of the pizzeria is inviting, with its nicely lit and bright interior creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Despite being busy, the bustling energy of the restaurant adds to its charm. read more

I hate to not leave a 5 star review bc I like this place. I really do. The pizza is tasty and service is quick. I just need them to stop handling the food and the money with the same bare hands. I tried to explain one time, and they didn't get it. And I spoke in Spanish to make sure I was understood. I think they just are not aware, so that falls on management with not educating staff. Buy some gloves and I'll be back. read more

Food is good but flies inside the restaurant during winter?! Mentioned it to the server but didn't seem to care. Not sure we'd be back here.

The pizza doesn't have much flavor, like if it's watered down. Iv worked in pizzerias when I was a kid and Iv seen in places the ones who use water to wash out the sauce from the can so they get every drop and this place pizza tastes like they do that exactly... stop putting water in your sauce and the flavor will be there... read more

I would highly recommend Anthony Francos We order from them regularly and they're always on point and fast delivery. My wife loves their chicken, entrées and their buffalo chicken Pizza. read more

Easily the best pizza in town. A lot of pizza spots in Paramus have changed management and recipes, they're just not the same. AF's pizza and sides are top notch, always mine and my family's go-to spot. read more

Best pizza ever!! Toppings are plentiful and delicious, just the perfect ratio of all ingredients

My mom's friend turned her on to this place for pizza and she loves it (I think it's a good solid slice but nothing extraordinary) last night she wanted to order dinner and I had been saying I really want baked clams and since they had them on the menu I figured why not. We got an order of garlic bread, baked clams, eggplant rollatini, sausage and meatball combo, and baked ziti. Sadly, the clams were highly disappointing. The topping was pretty tasteless and soggy however they redeemed themselves with the rest of the food. Their red sauce is sweeter than most but has a really good flavor. The portions for everything, especially the ziti, was very good for what they charge. We ordered delivery and they were there exactly when they said they would and the food was steaming hot. I'll def order again, just not the clams. read more

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Great food. Sauce is delicious and so is the food. Hands down the best pizza in Paramus and Paramus has great pizza. I love these people! They also have great gourmet dishes. read more

Had just arrived in town from travelling all day. We were looking for a nice easy dinner - something simple and filling. It had been a while since we had a true NJ style pizza. Some of the locals recommended Anthony Francos. We got in, mom and sis sat at a table and I went to the counter to order a cheese and meatball pizza and some drinks. (No beer is sold here - soft drinks and water only.) After a little while the pizza was ready. Oh yeah, that was exactly what we wanted. The pizza was super hot, had to let it cool a little. But it tasted so good. The cheese, sauce and crust were all really good. Thoroughly enjoyed dinner. If you're in the area - go try Anthony Francos. They even sell pizza by the slice. read more

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I thought their pizza was good , tonight we ordered, pizza arrived cold, thin and SUPER salty, when i called to complain manager had no reaction couldn't care less and just insisted it was good. Dismissing his customer feelings! Never again.. read more

Raw chicken arrived and calamari that looks frozen horrible! I will never order from there again!

Terrible service. The quality isn't consistent anymore The workers could really care less . read more

Really was very good. The pizza is excellent and I love the sauce, the large portion size of the chicken parm dinner was really great. They are definitely worth adding to your pizza rotation! read more

Will start by saying it takes a lot to make me write any review and especially a negative one. Pick up slices here often. Their deep dish slices are great. Second time I've tried to call an order in for their house slices as a whole pie. Asked them specifically this time for the deep dish pie because the thick crust is crispy. This is what i got. A thin crust undercooked pizza. Called them when i got home and it they were unsympathetic to how i get the pizza made correctly. Tell me this is deep dish? Great quality if they could ever get an order right. If you could make a pizza the complete opposite of how a customer wants it this pizza is it. Very disappointed in both service and the food. Won't try a third time. read more

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Great gluten free pizza! Great crust always cooked perfectly! Conveniently located, open later than other pizza places

Was customer here once or twice a week just had issue with delivery driver and they have now lost my business for the horrible customer service many other pizza places in nj to go to read more

Pretty solid pizza not a fan of the crust, service was average. Will come back again to satisfy my craving for pizza

Terrible service. Sandwich tasted like something was wrong with it. When I let them know, they got angry. Would never go back to the pizza restaurant. read more

Went to Anthony Franco's pizza on the way back from the zoo with my son, ordered a single slice of pizza for him, the girl working the counter looked at my son and said "Not too heated up?" Which was already super nice. Then she asked if I wanted it cut into smaller slices, which I assumed were going to be little strips, but she did a whole crisscross of little squares! It was just really above and beyond and nice of her. The pizza was solid, no matter what we're going back here because of how nice and family friendly they are read more

This place has the ambiance of a classic NJ pizza joint, friendly staff and a great combination of sauce and cheese with appropriate crust thickness. My pizza point dipped before my first bite! read more

My absolute top spot for pizza!! Fresh, cheesy, and slightly sweet. I've been eating here since elementary school, and the quality and flavor hasn't changed. Their mozzarella sticks and garlic knots are yummy, but a regular slice (or two) is my favorite! Even when it's busy, the staff is extremely efficient at taking, making and bringing out orders. The staff is also friendly, and there's always a decent amount of employees working. Plenty of space for dining in, and it's very clean. Everything on the menu seems to be reasonably priced, and they send coupons out as well! read more

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So usually AF is always a solid spot to get a decent bite of Italian food but it seems like this place has dropped in quality drastically. The food was super bland, needed salt BADLY. I understand this idea of covering it in parsley makes it look nice but it can't be the only seasoning. I hope they turn it around cause it seems like I'm not the only noticing the quality dropping. Side note: they had no clean silverware during dinner rush and asked if we would like bread and yelled for us across the restaurant to come get it. For a $20 plate of bland pasta- go get your money's worth at a another location in the area. read more

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