Conveniently located near the train, grabbing a slice, always makes the ride really nice! I stop in at least once every 2 weeks., but don't always get pizza. I always mess with beef empanadas, churros, beef patty, cheese and pepperoni, or a pepperoni pinwheel. Those are all my faves !! It's a small spot, with a grab and go feel. Though I've sat at the counter many times, as most patrons leave. I enjoy my pizza hot and right out of the oven! Will always return, once they're open and I'm still riding the L read more

Armando's Pizza - Mostly eaten, tasty sausage slice; enjoyed with a lil bummy drink I had in my bag - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Armando's Pizza prioritizes being a small, express, pick-up-only pizza joint located near a train station and close to a bus stop. With its high foot traffic, the compact space is often crowded with children and commuters waiting for their orders. The pizza selection is limited to classic options like Margherita, Sicilian slices, and Detroit and New York-style slices. However, there is no signature slice or uniqueness that other pizzerias often showcase. Surprisingly, there's more variety in other menu options, such as patties, Strombolis, and breadsticks, some of which are just a dollar--a convenient, quick snack for those in a hurry. The breadsticks are warmed in the oven, making them an especially suitable choice for kids waiting for their orders. The chicken wings, however, are prepared and fried ahead of time, sitting alongside the pizzas until ordered. This practice doesn't feel fresh or appetizing and gives off convenience-store vibes. At over $5, they don't feel like good value for money. Canned soda is also available, but you're better off buying one at a dollar store to avoid the inflated price. The cramped layout is another downside. The space often sees a mix of children and sometimes questionable individuals coming in and out. While there's no animosity toward those who may be homeless, it can feel uncomfortable when they handle spice bottles or sit on the counter. Occasionally, they're given a discounted or free slice, which might make some paying customers uneasy, particularly with hygiene concerns. The pizzas are prepared quickly, but the quality suffers due to the rapid turnover. If you're in the Canarsie/Flatlands area looking for a locally-owned alternative to commercial pizza chains, there aren't many options. Canarsie, while not historically known as a major Italian enclave like Bensonhurst or Carroll Gardens, has seen a mix of cultures over time. Armando's doesn't have a distinctly Italian feel; instead, it's run by a team who are friendly and skilled in customer service, though they're working with ingredients that feel more mass-produced than fresh. For five dollars, you're not getting pizza made with high-quality ingredients; it tastes as though it's been refrigerated. The refrigerator, visible behind the counter, makes it clear that the pizzas aren't made from scratch but rather assembled and reheated. The dough is prepared in-house and made visibly fresh, but given the tiny workspace and the watery, flavorless taste of the pizza, it's unlikely that the sauce or cheese is freshly made or of high quality. This is the pizza spot for the impatient or for kids looking for a quick snack. As an adult, you're likely to crave something more substantial and satisfying. If you have higher standards, it's better to save your appetite for a pizza that's truly worth it. read more

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Really good pizza served up hot, fresh and cheesy. Standing, countertop service only. No inside seating. Bless the staff for being so patient because the 'L train crowd can be rough! They serve other pizza parlor goodies like garlic knots and calzones and they have a great beverage selection. I saw empanadas behind the glass. Might try them soon. read more

Armando's Pizza - Pepperoni slice with extra cheese. Good! - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Needs to try this historical gem. The service and atmosphere was fast and friendly. The food was A1. Order consistent of 1 Grandma Slice, 2 Cheese Slice and Armando's Citrus Soda. read more

Armando's Pizza - Armando's View - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This pizza shop is hands down one of the best in town! Every time I visit, I'm impressed by the quality of the food and the friendly service. The pizza is always fresh, with a perfectly crispy crust, delicious sauce, and generous toppings. They have a great variety of options, from classic pepperoni to creative specialty pizzas. The staff is welcoming and always makes sure you have a great experience. Whether you're dining in, taking out, or ordering for delivery, the service is fast and reliable. If you're a pizza lover, this place is definitely worth trying,forgot to mention that I've Ben going there for 5 years but there is always place for improvements. read more

Armando's has been here for years. I just stopped by for a slice and it was horrible. I took two bites and threw it out. The mozzarella is VERY low grade. The crust wasn't bad and the sauce ratio to the cheese was good. But, it tastes like crap. I've experienced their pizza over the years and they are deep declining. This is not good pizza. Canarsie in general, has horrible pizza. read more

Armando's Pizza - Horrible. You're making money off of customers from local mass transit who are desperate for anything in their stomach. Upgrade your quality - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Armando's is a really great and convenient spot where I tend to get a quick bite a lot. Prices are pretty good and the food comes out rather quickly. The only thing is not a lot of seating space but it's still a great option. read more

In all honesty, their pizza is very good. The best actually in Canarsie. But why the low rating? Because they did not fix a mistake in my order when they said they would. Ordered two pies and one of them wasn't the right pie. I called them about the mistake, guy answering the call sounded not interested and passed it on to someone else. Second person said they would fix the order, and surprise they never did. I called again, they didn't answer the phone. So folks, whenever you order online from these guys, check your pies before accepting them. Otherwise you'll end up in the same situation as I have. This was months ago and I'm still waiting for my pie. Since then, we no longer order from them. For shame because their pizzas are really good but bad customer service skills prevents us from ordering here ever again. 2020 update, we ordered again from Armando's and service has greatly improved and the pizza even more delicious than before. Armando's earned their 5 Stars from our family. Thanks guys, keep up the great job ! read more

Freshly made pizza. Seems like a very busy location. Lines where very long. Pizza smelled delicious.

While exploring my new neighborhood, I was so happy to find this traditional pizzeria! Their pizza is PHENOMENAL every time! The buffalo chicken pizza w/blue cheese drizzle has become my favorite! My 8 yr old granddaughter is a pizza snob and after each slice she ate of the classic cheese pizza (3), she said "This pizza is really good!" The meatball parm hero is also delicious. AND my order is always delivered SOONER than the estimated time! read more

Armando's Pizza is so great, I wish I could hang here everyday. Let me tell you everything is fantastic! Every thing was tasty. Workers are really helpful and service is very quick. I will be back to visit. read more

The Sicillian slice was good and reasonably priced. A couple of TA employees I know suggested this place to me. (Tip: if you ever get off at the terminus at a line and are starving...ask an an MTA employee what's good to eat around there.) I'm never actually in Canarsie, so I can't say I'd go out of my way to come back, but it was good pizza and the people working there were nice. read more

Although this place is far out in Canarsie--aka the edge of the unknown world for Manhattanites--its a legend in these parts. A place doesn't stay open for 50 years and not be well known to be fair, but its location right next to the L train, late hours, and cheap prices helped solidify its rep. And while all of this is nice, and while the place has plenty of character (Dodgers/old school Brooklyn pics cover an entire wall, owner always there, the place's name is also spelled no less than 3 different ways throughout the place, the main sign outside looks so fucking old school from the outside that it hurts), it wouldn't mean much to me if the food weren't good. I got two slices: the sicilian slice which is what they're famous for, and the grandma slice which they recently added. The sauce here is great, well balanced and matches the slices every well. The sicilian is definitely a belly bomb and although I am not a fan of sicilians normally, this one had a fluffy inside and plenty of cheese; it was a belly bomb for sure and made me pass out on my way back to the city, but it was as thoroughly enjoyable as any sicilian I've had. The grandma slice was also great, but in a differnet way. Where the sicilian was a rough around the edges as it should be, the grandma was much more refined. They used a different sauce for this, one which they kicked up a notch with some seasonings, olive oil and fresh mozzarella. They edge of the crust was the only problem I had with it, as it came upwards and was harded than I would've liked, where most grandmas have a flatter, softer outer crust. But the sheer deliciousness of this slice outweigh this issue. If you had combined these two kinds of pizza into one, you would have a slice that could compete with any in the city, period. Is this place worth a trip out to Canarsie for? If you're a pizza nut like me, it sure is. However, this is a place that, if they tweaked some things, could have near perfect pizza. Whether they do so is up to them, but they damn sure have the legacy, skill, and support (see their facebook page) to do so. PS: This place is the same owners as the Armando's in Starrett City, which has many more Yelp reviews. read more

Armando's Pizza - So old school it hurts... - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We had the Grandma's Pie and it was absolutely delicious. The crust was just perfect and it was very big- definitely again

Good, neighborhood pizza place. Everyone friendly, everyone knew each other. Had a big veggie slice -- delicious (though maybe could heat up longer), plus garlic knots. Conveniently right outside exit of end of L train. read more

Armando's Pizza - Veggie slice + garlic knots - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

AKA Armondo's This classic, Canarsie location in a red and black motif has bar stools, old-school benches, and a wall entirely covered with pictures of Brooklyn's past. Being there is as much an experience as it is just eating the slice. The Sicilian is better than a neighborhood slice. There's depth to the flavors, from the slightly spicy sauce, plentiful cheese, and dough loaded with character. It gives L&B competition for best in the borough , though not as polarizing. And the regular Neapolitan slice is heavy. There's large bubbling, it's fluffy (one of the fluffiest crusts out there) and dense with a small amount of light orange grease. It's saucy, moreso than cheesy, but still plenty cheesy. And most importantly, the bottom and end crust shows uniqueness and integrity. Good stuff. There is another Armando's in Starrett City. It does not live up to the name. For court details, see Armondo's v Armando's. Opened: 1960 Distinction: Blast from the past: 1960 Canarsie, Brooklyn read more

Downsizing this review for only one reason. They renovated the place and took all their old photos down. The ones that showed Brooklyn throughout the years. Bad move. Now that the illusion is gone, the pizza tastes average. Okay, things can't stay the same forever. The place needed sprucing up. Still. The photos could've stayed. Now this pizzeria sucks. read more

I finally got a chance to check out Armando's pizza and I now see why they have such good reviews. The customer service is fantastic, unlike any other pizza place that I've been to. The restaurant is set up like most NY pizza shops. It's a small space with limited seating. When I walked in I was greeted by a friendly gentleman who was prepared to take my order. He had such a great personality and a cool sense of humor. I ordered a plain cheese pizza and he asked me if I wanted the pizza warm or hot. I was surprised that they actually take the time out to ASK customers how they would like their pizza. Needless to say, the pizza was yummy in my tummy! Lol! But once again, the customer service is what really makes this place stand out. I will definitely be returning. read more

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Ordered a Margherita pizza with chicken and the latter was severely undercooked. The pizza was mediocre overall.

I like to come here when I'm in the area. Their cannolis are great. Slices are always fresh and hot. Try them!

This review is based on the delivery service not so much the food (which is good to be honest) Soo I called at 6:03pm and placed my order was told it would be 45 minutes. A hour and 40 minutes later the delivery guy calls me and tells me he is outside. He has some kind of excuse about being here earlier but they gave him the wrong address blah blah blah I didn't have an attitude BUT I also wasn't giving him a tip. After making an honest mistake in giving him $13 instead of $18, I overpaid him $19 and his slick ass kept it. You ever get real disoriented due to hunger? Think that's what happened. On top of that, the food was barely warm and I got a plain calzone instead of a chicken calzone that I ordered. I'm going to look into getting a lap band so I don't have to torture my body with mediocre food anymore. read more

Armando's Pizza - A hr and 40 minutes wait for 3 things - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

My fiancé and I are from California and we took directions from a bartender in Times Square to get to Williamsburg. She said to take the last stop on the L train and we ended up here. We were definitely in the wrong area but the best part about it was this place. We have been to New York twice looking for authentic pizza and we accidentally found it here! Best pizza I've had in my life. read more

The pepperoni lovers pie NEVER disappoints. I also like that they have xl pies too. Great quantity as well as quality.

I love their pizza!!!! Definitely addictive. The only thing I wish they had were sesame seeds on the crust. Aside from that, the pizza is GREAT!!!! I will be lifelong customer!!! read more

Vodka slice is awesome as well as the spinach and artichoke and what they call the "upside down" slice. This place has been around a really long time and the folks here know what they're doing. The biggest problem with pizza places in Brooklyn is there's way too many good ones. I really don't think that it's that much of a problem though. If you're in the neighborhood, stop in for a few slices.......you'll be glad you did. read more

I spend a lot of time travelling around NYC now, and on the go it's often hard to find cheap, easy eats that are along my path. I have to travel to Canarsie once a week, and I've been told that I should bring my food whenever I go there, because my vegitarian behind wouldn't find anything there. BOY WAS EVERYONE WRONG. Armondo's is RIGHT next to the L stop - the last stop on the L line - on Rockaway parkway. It's open late, and is remarkably affordable. Also more importantly - DELICIOUS. The grandma's slice I had was almost perfect. I'm a pizza snob - and this was way beyond my expectations. Well flavored, well seasoned, and such good sauce!! I only give them 4/5 stars because they could honestly use a little more space / seating. Other than that, it's really a fantastic place. I'd travel here if I didn't have to go to Canarsie regularly. I can't wait to try all of their offerings! read more

Armondo's is on par with the best New York pizzerias. It's definitely my favorite pizzeria. The square is transcendent. The regular slice is great, too, but I think the square is what really makes Armondo's special. read more

Scammers, ordered a pizza on Seamless called them to confirm they received the order and to find out how long for delivery. Spoke to someone he said 45mina this was at 7:50pm the time now is 9:31pm the store itself is closed and no delivery. Sad part is it's a paid order, absolutely disgusting! read more

Armondo's was ridiculous, in a great way. 20 minute wait for arguably the best Sicilian pie ever to come out of an oven. Let me start by saying that the crust and dough are without a doubt perfect. Thick, soft and crisp. Each bite better than the one before it. They cook the dough first, then the sauce and cheese goes on and back in the oven. The cheese is excellent quality and had amazing texture when coming out of the oven. My one complaint, if you can call it that, the sauce was a bit on the sweet side and not as fine as Di Fara's or New Park's. But that's a minor gripe. I wanted to eat more than the two squares I had. I will be back. As far as the old hood. Not much has changed. Farwell Canarsie! See you soon. read more

Good local neighborhood Pizzerias are disappearing rapidly giving way to chains like Dominoes, Papa Johns and Cesaer's. So it's great to still have Armando's around. Decent pizza, sauce has some sweetness to it. Decent selection of assorted toppings. I wouldn't call in an order again, as it takes too long. Walk in and waiting is best. read more

Ive only been to this place once. I got a veggie slice. I took a bite, died and went to heaven. It was soo good, only a few places can get veggie pizzas right. The veggie to cheese and sauce ratio was perfect. The veggies were savory and cooked to perfection not hard or too soft. The crust was thin and crunchy and delicious. read more

Armando's Pizza - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

At the subway terminal,This is a great stop to pick-up a slice of pizza or a piece of cake. Prices are good. Get there early as this place is small and takes the time to heat your pizza. The Grandma slices we had were very good. I was thinking of getting a piece of cake as well but no time to waste gotta catch the L...Rockaway parkway. A+ read more

Armando's Pizza - Great slice of grandma's pizza. - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I've never been to the actual location but I did just have a delivery taken place via GrubHub. It estimated a 45-50minute delivery for me, and he was actually here before 45 minutes. The delivery man didn't call, but he texted me. Which is okay, but what he texted me wasn't. He said "Pizza is outside" and while I was waiting for the elevator, he sends "I have to go" What kind of delivery is that? I thought he was going to leave the pizza on the floor outside and leave. I got downstairs anyway and I called him. He yelled a bunch of random things over the phone and I couldn't understand and he was speaking really fast. The he just hung up. I was going to contact the store when I saw him. I decide to give him $2 tip anyway, making my total $15. And I gave him a twenty. He says his change is in his car (??????!!!) And ran But he drove over anyway and gave me my change. Pizza was good, crust is too thick though. read more

Fiancée and I had a stressful day -- she was waiting on a call back to see if she got a job (she did!), and I had a long day at work. So we kind of just wanted to unwind. So, on our next pizza journey, we wanted to see what we could find on Seamless, and Armando's popped up with a strong 5 stars to back it up. We were feeling a thin crust and, as we regretfully didn't go with their special sicilian pie (next time!), we picked a "margarita" pizza with pepperoni. The pizza. It came and I had my worries once I felt the bottom of the box: it seemed that the oil had softened the bottom and when picking up the slices I felt like the pizza was sticking to the box a bit. Regardless of that, it was a fine pizza. Not as good as Juliana's or Lombardi's, but a fine neighborhood pizzeria. Next time I'll order the sicilian! read more

Honestly not the best pizza I've ever had, but they are definitely good on delivery time. You don't wait long. It's just not my taste though. The tomato sauce is a little to pasty and acidic for me. Also I'm used to a little seasoning in the pizza crust--like garlic and herb, but this crust is really plain. I requested my pie well done but it was still pretty soft so I popped it in the toaster oven. read more

Excellent pizza! As the most common food around every corner, it's easy to make it, but it's hard to make it well. Among many places I have tried, this small pizza shop definitely stands out. It's the combination of fresh flavor from the basic ingredients like cheese, bread and tomato sauce. I remember the first time I had pizza there, I was very surprised that the pizza tasted so good there. And later when I was traveling in universal studio in orlando, where I met a local guy with his grandson at lunch time. We found out that he's in fact from Canarsie a while ago and even he remembered the pizza shop as one of the best ones in Brooklyn. While I don't like to use the term "the best", I certainly agree that they make excellent pizza on premise. read more

They took an hour and a half to make two pizza rolls, forget the sauce I paid for, and the food was cold by the time I got it. Oh wait but f*** because I used cash and can't get a refund. Whoever says this place is still good must obviously be into trash food. This place was good 5 years now it's just shovels out mediocre plain pizza. read more

Had a lazy day after returning from vacation. Ordered a medium cheese pizza via Yelp. I was impressed by how big it was and the delivery came faster than estimated. The pizza tasted good and the price was very reasonable. read more

0 stars. Placed an order on this site and waited an hour before calling to get the time for delivery. Found our they never got the order and couldn't even place it because they only accepted cash and wouldn't take a card. Will never order from them again read more

Every time I ordered a simple pepperoni pie it always takes and 1 1/2 hours before I get my order. Living in canarsie for over 40 years the service is deteriorating. I miss the old hospitality from Armandos. So sad. read more