Listen up, everyone! As a 100% Italian, I'm one of the few people here qualified to give this place a proper review . People complain about it being too soggy, undercooked, or lacking toppings--absolute nonsense. This is a perfectly authentic Italian pizza. If you know good food, you know this is the kind of quality you usually only find in top-tier restaurants in major cities like LA or NY, or back in Italy itself. It is absolutely worth every penny. Sure, you can go to a chain and pay half the price, but you're just paying for unrisen dough, low-quality ingredients, and zero wood-fired aroma. To top it all off, our waitress was great and the pizzas came out incredibly fast, even with the place being packed. This is the real deal. And no, they didn't pay me for this review LOL read more

Pizzas are pretty good - crusts are soggy (too quickly close to flame without allowing base to fully cook and crisp up as well as overloaded toppings while delicious, adding too much liquid. Service model is a disaster - greeted from behind a plexiglass barrier (Covid is long over), no paper menus mean consumer need to try to read on phone which is a disservice to both diner and restaurant - no clear understanding of available offerings - no eye to key items, promotional add-ons, appetizers...forget desserts. You have to get up to order including water and wine...no service utensils for antipasti - how do we get it on to our plastic plates? - No table touches for how'd dinner, clearing or reorders of wine...a big miss for restaurant and diner. Cheap plastic plates and silverware - wine glasses have "Christmas themed etchings - huh? No details of wines offered though good quality and value at $10. Manager/owner is behind counter making pies...staff in cut-off shorts and sloppy. No sense of hospitality. Overall - a $100 bill for a very poor "fast casual" experience. Maybe okay for take out but pies are $16-21 for 12" with NO ATMOSPHERE (Did I mention have the store room is in dining room - nice) and NO SERVICE and NO HOSPITALITY. Unfortunate as it could be so easy to fix. read more

It's okay. I wish Aiken had a really good Italian restaurant.. Nice Family. Always busy and kind staff. Not so fond of food.

Jersey Italian by background. Family is from the Napolitano area (San Fele, small county town) Food: I had the antipasto, which was tasty. Husband had a pizza which he said was good just slightly soggy. Overall, pretty decent. Ambiance: Low key. A few too many rules and upcharges ($6 for any substitutions etc) on the menu for my taste. However, I respect any small business's decision to run their establishment the way they see best and fit for them. They are, at least, up front about it. Service: Hard to assess because it isn't traditional service style. You are given a table then handed plates and silverware. You go up front to order etc. Suggestions: I know I read somewhere that they haven't found a gluten free dough that's up to their standards ... but if they do I'd love to give it a go. Please let us know! read more

Apizza Di Napoli - Antipasto - Pizza Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

I typically do not contribute my comments, but I just had potentially the worst pizza from Apizza Di Napoli. I ordered a pepperoni and onion pizza for take out. It was uncooked, heavy sauced, and the pepperoni, cheese and onions almost non-existent. Never again. read more

I had missed this place because the reviews weren't that great, but frankly I'm not sure if people know what they're reviewing. I will say the service model is a little odd; you get a table, review a menu which is online only (by QR code), and then order at a counter. You pay only after you eat, which I assume is partially because you might want dessert, and theirs looked impressive but there was no way I had room for it on this visit. The Neapolitan style of pizza is not well known around here, but it emphasizes high quality flour, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese without a lot of spices or other flavors. The pizzas are a large-ish personal size and cook quickly in a hot oven, with a hint of charred crust that is intentional and adds a distinctive flavor. I came, however, for their New Haven style, a favorite of mine that I was able to compare with what I got on a recent walk down Wooster street (where this pizza style comes from). Theirs is heavy on the provolone and oregano, but in terms of shape and appearance, it was not that different than what I got at Sally's. Getting a salad was a good decision as mine was a decent size and had a flavorful dressing that I only needed half of. I started by pulling a bottled cola from their drink freezer, and it was a distinctive citrus-y brand of soda that I'd never had before; it was a delightful flavor, albeit with an aftertaste. I would like to come back for some of the more Neapolitan options as they do have buffalo mozzarella. I would also like to point out that they do mark their menu options for vegetarian concerns and will offer vegan cheese or cheese-free pies. I have not found much in the way of high-end pizza in the CSRA, so I will likely be returning here and there will be plenty of things for me to try. read more

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Sorry to say that our 2 pizza's had a soggy crust. I'm sorry for that because I so wanted to enjoy it.

I ordered the "New Haven" apizza, which was NOTHING like New Haven apizza. It was greasy and the crust was floppy. I used to live between New Haven and NYC and this didn't even vaguely resemble the pizza from that area. Aside from the bad pizza, their customer service is awful. Well, Cliff, I was born and raised in Fairfield and lived in West Haven for 12 years. I have eaten pizza at Zuppardi's, Pepe's, Sally's and Modern, in addition to the Apizza Center in Fairfield, which was my first apizza experience as a child. I expected your apizza to have a nice char, crispy, not floppy, crust, as minimal grease. It failed in all those categories. So sorry. You've got to do better. read more

So for food this place is an easy 5 stars. It's safe to say that you won't find better (i.e., higher quality, since "better" can be somewhat subjective) pizza in the whole CSRA. They offer a wide selection of pizza and calzone options to suit any taste, including those with dietary restrictions, and everything is awesome. The pizza is cooked to perfection with cheese that's just melted (no charred toppings) and a crust that's simultaneously floppy and slightly charred. Portions are huge and one pizza could probably feed two adults without an issue, but it's more fun to get two different types to try new things! The dining room is no nonsense. Nothing too fancy because you're there to eat good pizza, not be wowed by a fancy establishment. I'm down with that! The service is where 4 stars comes in. This is complicated because, to be clear, I'm a huge fan of this place serving and maintaining authentic Neapolitan pizza. It's awesome to be able to get something other than the mellow mushroom style huge pizza pies. However, they are quite aggressive about their pizza, to the point that i find it a little off putting, even to someone (like me) who is 100% in favor of their purist approach. They've got these manifestos printed out and pasted throughout the restaurant, not only explaining what true neopolitan pizza is, but pedantically lambasting their customers about their ignorant pizza preferences. Just look at their responses to Yelp reviews for an example of this. I think there's a way to point out the value in preserving an authentic style without belittling your customer base. Even so, I'll keep coming back because i love the pizza. read more

Apizza Di Napoli - Pizza Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

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We love Apozza Di Napoli! The staff is not always the friendliest and they do have limited hours but their Vesuvius pizza is hands down the best in the area! read more

I haven't had pizza like this since I lived in Europe. Amazing pizza and I had zero problems with the service! Everyone was friendly and no nonsense, as was the menu, which I greatly appreciated! Highly recommend you read the menu before you go in so you have an understanding of this style of pizza. read more

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I don't leave many negative reviews, but this experience deserves a completely honest one. From the moment my group walked in, the atmosphere felt cold and unwelcoming. We were greeted with a dismissive attitude, and when I politely asked where the trash can was, the woman at the counter ignored me. They seat you like a dine-in restaurant but then require you to get up and place your order at the counter -- and still make you pay at the end. I even tried to pay when I ordered, and they told me I couldn't. The whole system is confusing and does not match the dine-in presentation. They also have multiple online menus with different prices, and when asked about correcting them, they refuse. The man in the back -- I was told he is Cliff, the owner -- made a comment about "no outside food or drinks." I explained the bottle I carried in was empty and that we were drinking items purchased from the restaurant. He doubled down and said, "no outside trash either," and told me to put it in my car. For context: there is no trash can outside the building at all. I had to walk to another store in the same strip mall to throw away a 16-oz bottle. The pettiness and attitude -- especially from the owner -- were unprofessional and unnecessary. When I came back inside, the experience was already ruined, so I canceled my order. Two people in my group, who have eaten here before, ordered meatballs and a pizza for the table. I tried the food with them, and unfortunately, the food didn't make up for the service: The pizza was slightly cold even though it looked burnt. The brick oven clearly isn't seasoned well -- the pizza was almost flavorless. The meatballs were not good and were cold. Our portions were tiny and served on cheap plates. The table next to us received much larger meatballs on completely different plates. My group members who had been here before said the portions used to be much bigger. The inconsistency in portion size and presentation was obvious. Throughout the visit, Cliff behaved as if he didn't want to serve us at all. His tone and attitude created an uncomfortable atmosphere from start to finish. The only positive thing I can say is that they use a traditional brick oven -- but even that couldn't save the flavor or the overall experience. Between the rude behavior, dismissive service, confusing ordering system, inconsistent online menus, lack of trash cans, bland food, portion inconsistencies, and the owner's unprofessional conduct, this was easily one of my worst dining experiences. I won't be returning, and I cannot recommend this place to anyone expecting respect or professionalism. I'm adding my reply to the owner's response here as well from goggle reviews I ate the food my friends paid for because that's called basic manners. That does not change the quality of the service or the experience. Your public response -- rather than addressing any real concerns -- only confirmed everything I described: You did not address the rude service. You did not address the ignored question at the counter. You did not address the lack of a trash can. You did not address the inconsistent online menus. You did not address the inconsistent portions. You did not address the cold, flavorless food. Instead, you chose personal insults over accountability. A professional owner would address issues, not attack customers. Your reply matched the exact attitude I as well as others experienced inside your restaurant. Thank you for confirming my review. read more

Beware of prices you see on your phone. My dinner cost about 2 dollars more than the price listed. When I inquired about the price I WAS TOLD to read the fine print. Prices may change without notice. I'm absolutely surprised how this place stays in business. Everyone I know says what rude terrible service they have. The food was ok but nothing to write home about. I'd suggest go to Olive Garden the food it better and much better service. read more

Good food, great menu. Prices vary for what you are looking to eat. The pizza was amazing, the wine was OK. Service was quick even though they were busy. Our group of 12 sat outside. read more

We always have such a wonderful experience. Service is always friendly and it's a joy to eat here. We are 45 minutes away, so we always take a couple pizzas home. Never been disappointed, always delicious, and don't forget about dessert. The cannolis and the lemencello snowball are our fav read more

Apizza Di Napoli - Capriccossa - Pizza Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

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Second time visiting this wonderful slice (or unsliced) piece of pizza heaven. Today was a quick lunch for us, so we didn't have time to linger over appetizers or desserts this time. We went straight for the pizza! Ordering is super easy. After being shown to your table, you scan the QR code, scroll through the menu and pick any one of the offerings. We chose the Calabrese. I wanted a Nuda, but my husband's appetite called for something a bit more substantial, so the Calabrese was the choice! Husband ordered a beer (from a wide selection) and I had a soft drink. Our pizza was out to us in a flash! What I love most about the pizza here is that it's really, truly, flavorful. You could taste each element of the pizza - the sauce, the artichoke, the salami, the mushrooms, the olives and the perfect amount of cheese all come together for an excellent flavor. The crust is to die for. My husband never eats the end of the crusts on pizza, but he does here! Unlike some pizza places, these pizzas aren't covered in a greasy layer of chewy cheese and thick crust that overtakes the flavor of the toppings. It's all perfectly proportioned and 100% delicious. I don't get to Aiken often and when my husband said he wanted to take me to lunch, I was so happy and surprised when he headed toward Apizza Di Napoli! It's literally my favorite place to get pizza. Sure, I'll occasionally be in the mood for what I call "puffy pizza" and enjoy it, but my all time favorite is the type that Apizza Di Napoli serves and they do it so well! I've read some weird reviews about the service here and I don't get it. I've had a thoroughly enjoyable experience both times we've been here. I like the way you get to order and mosey back to your table. Everyone we've encountered was friendly and welcoming. I also enjoy the "pizza rules" here, because you're getting true tastes of what the chef or owners want to share. Anyway, I like it here and can't wait to go back! Everything here is clean, tidy, and orderly. It's casual, comfortable, and roomy. Parking is easy, too. Can't find one thing to complain about! read more

First time visit, was recommended by my wifes doctor. Did not disappoint! I would call it semi self serve location, but was simple, staff was friendly and food was delivered in reasonable time. Pizza was fantastic, made the way real Pizza is supposed to be, with an emphasis on tradition. Don't go here looking for Little Cesar's, if that's your thing it's cool, but Apizza does Pizza right!! Wish it was closer to home. read more

Apizza Di Napoli - Mangiare, mangiare!! - Pizza Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

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Your response only proves my original review was accurate. Instead of addressing anything I said, you chose to accuse me of lying, insult me personally, bring up your "friendship" with someone in my group, mock my taste buds, and now triple down on the exact attitude we experienced inside your restaurant. You should have read my reviews I edited and answered you back on Google review. For anyone reading, here are the facts: * The atmosphere was cold the moment we walked in. The very first thing said to us -- in a rude, flat tone -- was: "We seat you." No greeting, no welcome. Even the people I was with, who had eaten there before, were confused. That wasn't miscommunication -- it was attitude. * Whether the woman heard my question or not doesn't change the tone. The dismissiveness continued from start to finish. * There is no trash can outside the building -- none. Whether it's the landlord's job or yours doesn't change the reality. Telling customers to "put it in your car" is unnecessary and unprofessional. * You did comment on the empty bottle. That happened exactly as described. * Food temperature and portion sizes are facts. Telling customers to "get your taste buds checked" is not a professional response -- it's a defensive one. * Saying "we don't do table service" isn't an excuse. If you seat people, then make them get up to order anyway, the process is confusing. That's not the customer's fault. * I did not fabricate anything. I explained what happened. * Bringing up someone from my group -- again is inappropriate and irrelevant. A business owner should never name-drop customers to defend misconduct. * As for "you ate everything": I ate what my friends paid for because it's basic courtesy not because it was good. Your reply still did not address: - The cold greeting - The rude initial remark - The ignored question - The lack of any trash can - The inconsistent plates and portion sizes - The cold, flavorless food - The burnt pizza - The mismatched online menus - The dismissive tone - The hostility in your reply Instead, you went straight to personal attacks, excuses, and ego. Anyone reading your response can now see exactly why my original review said what it did. Thank you again for publicly confirming every word. And one final note: You keep talking about "high standards," but nothing about your behavior, attitude, or customer experience reflects that. At the end of the day, you run a small pizza shop -- not a Michelin-star restaurant. A bit of humility, professionalism, and basic courtesy would go much further than the hostility you're displaying. read more

We ordered takeout and decided to ask if we could eat there once we arrived. When we asked if we could do that, the staff hesitated, even though there was only one table occupied. The owner/manager said they don't do call-in's and made some lame excuses and even berated us for wasting a box. We took our boxed pizza to the table, had to cut it ourselves and weren't waited on the whole time we were there. The pizza wasn't very good and the crust was too thin and soggy. Definitely not a good experience after a long, hard day. read more

I am Italian (like actually Italian with dual citizenship) and I can unequivocally say this is the best, most authentic pizza I have had in the US. We are so fortunate to have a gem like this right here in Aiken. Does it take a little extra time on busy days because they make everything to order by hand? Yes, it does. Sit there and enjoy the company you're dining with like a civilized person. Can you order a supreme pizza with a bunch of garbage ingredients on it? No, you cannot. As I am reading some of the negative reviews, they are seriously cracking me up. If you don't get it, do us all a favor and go to Dominos. Don't ruin a great thing for the rest of us. Oh, and please don't travel to other countries because Americans like you give the rest of us a bad reputation. Grazie mille! read more

They had me at ricotta, such a great pizza! As the only Italian in my family that has a tomato allergy this felt like home, someone who could help create something specifically for my needs. Sometimes so hard to find in some restaurants. So I got the Bianca & added artichokes & olives ... just a few of my favorite things. Not going to lie, my families American style pizza looked worth the taste. Looking forward to my leftovers tomorrow! read more

Apizza Di Napoli - Bianca + 2 toppings of my own preference - Pizza Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

Interesting dining experience last weekend at Apizza Di Napoli in Aiken. Good: The toasted ravioli was excellent! Not-So-Good: The pizza, the unhappy customers leaving before their food was prepared, the 45-minute wait for food, the F-Bombs being exchanged between the owner and a customer, the service in general. Learned my lesson, this type of pizza is not what I look forward to when I crave pizza. Not a fan of the soft crust and soupy top. read more

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The three different pizzas we ordered were all nearly raw in the center with varying degrees of grease and moisture. The salad dressing was purple and sweet like bbq sauce and so thick and glossy I would be shocked to witness its creation in the establishment (as it's stated in the menu that they make it in house) and not surprised to see it paddled out of a plastic jug. A Margheritta pizza should not have a puddle of grease in the center. I refuse to believe that is authentic Neapolitan pizza. The service is abysmal. As stated, we ordered three pizzas. We also ordered the fried eggplant appetizer and three salads. After the first two pizzas arrived, the small four-top table was over-full with dishes and the server holding our third pizza indicated that it was up to us to find room for the third. Shouldn't it be up to the server to ensure the patrons are comfortable and not feeling over crowded? There were two pizza stands visible at the main counter, seems like someone who works there should of brought one over. We asked for water for the four of us, two adults two kids one 15 one 11. We were given three plastic cups and a styrofoam cup with a lid. My wife took the styrofoam cup to the counter and asked the girl working if we could get a normal water cup instead. The worker didn't say a word to her but turned around to ask an older man what to do. The man proceeded to look at our daughter for a long moment, presumably attempting to ascertain if she could handle the responsibility of a plastic water cup, before given his permission. The plates we ate from were plastic, the condiment holder on the table was covered in greasy dust, that which collects from long use with zero cleaning. The accolades mounted on the wall, alluding to the establishment's quality, were from the food service companies the restaurant orders its ingredients from. I respected the note of 'Uncut' on the menu for certain pizzas and the note stating 'Do not ask us to cut these pizzas'. That gave me the sense that they were truly dedicated to tradition. But I lost all respect when they delivered our 'Uncut' pizza with a pizza slicer. Save your money, unless you enjoy a lot of empty gesturing about 'authentic' and 'quality', and spend about $12 on a frozen pizza at the store and cook it properly. read more

Veggie pizza...quick, late evening Sunday (Dads Day) after traditional yard work all day. You got to love the different experience...kinda. read more

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Great pizza. Feels kind of Seinfeld Soup nazi-esque. Only complaint is we did take out and the pie wasn't sliced.

All the reviews mentioning what a jerk the owner is are correct. My parents had given me a prepaid Mastercard e-card for my birthday and this restaurant was suggested by Mastercard. When I went to pay, he told me he didn't accept gift cards. I explained that this worked like any other Mastercard. I tried to calmly explain that this was simply a prepaid card and he kept coming up with some excuse why he couldn't use it ("I need a CVV, and an expiration date," etc.) until eventually he just accused me off trying to perpetrate fraud. What a charming thing to say to your customers. I reported this to Mastercard and was told that he had called them too and been told that this was legitimate. I won't expect an apology in his inevitable response and he shouldn't ever expect my business again. Try Ferrando's or Acropolis instead unless you want your pizza to come with a heaping side of "go f--- yourself." read more

This owner/manager is a piece of work. Rude, unfriendly, treats staff and customers very poorly. I don't understand how they stay in business. The owner doesn't know how to run a business and it shows. You need to be polite at the very least and he is not. I was warned about coming here and now I know why. Would not recommend. read more

Outstanding local choice for authentic Italian. We had one of their pizzas for lunch.

Excellent pizza and service. We understood the rules and everything went great. Also had a cannoli and eclair. They weee great too

The pizzas have that authentic Neapolitan (not perfectly round) look, they are ok but somewhat overcooked. The service is non existent, you have to order before you sit down and then after a long wait, pick up the ready items, not my idea of a restaurant. read more

Delicious authentic Italian pizza. I adore wood fire pizza. The restaurant was spotless, there was lovely Italian music playing and our pizza was wonderful. Service was quick and friendly. read more

We visited Aiken from Atlanta and were in search of good pizza. This is some of the best pizza I've had outside of Italy. It is true Neapolitan style. This means it's thin and cooked extremely hot and made with the highest quality ingredients. The dining room is no frills but perfect for eating pizza. I don't love that you have to go to the table to get the menu using a QR code and then order at the counter. But it's worth it for the pizza. Also, the cannoli was great! We will defórmela be returning next time we visit! read more

Only leaving one star because I don't have a choice. The rice balls were awful with no flavor. The pizza was okay but just okay if you order delivery or pick up please note it will not be sliced unless asked. I will not be a returning customer because it is not great Italian. I'm also a fan of Italian and love love good Italian. This however is not it!!! read more

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Authentic Naples pizza in Aiken SC...what a find on our trip back to Memphis!!! Nice to find a pizza place that doesn't make garbage pizzas. Or puts a salad or dessert on top of a pizza. read more

Amazing, authentic, and delicious pizza like no other place around. My favorite is the "New Haven" pie which they char perfectly when you request "extra crispy". Another favorite is the "Carcerato" where they stuff the crust with fresh ricotta cheese and top the pie with fresh mozzarella. All the food is great but the pizza is next level. Incredible! read more

My wife and I ventured to Aiken to try Apizza Di Napoli after reading the glowing reviews. It did not disappoint! My favorite type of pizza is a basic pepperoni and had to try their "New Haven" style. While it was very good, the white pizza with the olive oil base was the star. Outstanding! Next time I will add some toppings such as mushrooms. Well worth the trip from Columbia. read more

Apizza Di Napoli - The New Haven with Pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Aiken, South Carolina

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Best pizza in Aiken. Owner recommends/prefers eating in. Highly recommend if u want a great pizza experience

So this was the most disappointing yet most expensive poor quality food I've had in aiken. We walked in and were told if we ordered a pizza it would take 60-90 mins. So we decided to go with apps. The potions are TINY. Don't let the prices fool you...the apps are not even enough for 1 person much less to share. And everything we had was absolutely from the freezer. And they make their bruschetta on cold Texas toast. We had the fried calamari and it was fishy tasting and rubbery. We tried the bruschetta and it wasn't even bruschetta. The stuffed ravioli were tough and definitely from a freezer. The fried mozzarella was the least offensive thing in the table and it was definitely still premade frozen. $52 dollars for frozen food from a distributor. We were very disappointed. read more

A friend in Augusta recommended this hidden gem when I mentioned that my husband had been on a pizza kick lately. We drove around an hour to get to an unassuming location in a strip mall. We were greeted upon entry and told to pick a table number then order at the front counter for dine in. There are two tables outside and tables and booths inside. After you order, pick up plates, silverware, and drink cups. You pay after eating. Carbonated drinks and water are self-serve. We ordered the garlic Parmesan cheese curds and they were so good. You could tell these thinly breaded curds were handmade. This appetizer was piping hot and delicious without being overwhelming. The pizza came out hot - a thin, hand-tossed pie and quality sauce. You can taste the difference in this wood-fired crust. We made the mistake of ordering two pizzas but one could easily be shared. At least we got to taste two different toppings, though! I built my own with extra cheese, ground beef, and spinach and my husband got the Carcerato. Our dessert cannoli came after they cleared the plates and brought a box for leftover pizza, and the server also brought two fresh forks. The cannoli was at a cool temperature and the custard inside was fresh, creamy ricotta marked with citrus overtones. The regular cannoli was a great size for sharing and a perfect finish to the meal, but the mini cannolis sound like fun options too. There is a great appetizer and dessert menu for a location focused on pizza, and I would come back if we are nearby. read more

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Outstanding hand crafted pizza with imported Italian ingredients for dough! The New Haven pizza is off the chain!! Cliff the owner knows Jay Jerrier of Cane Rosso family in Dallas TX. They both use the same Stone oven from Italy! Worth the wait!! read more

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