Great slice in the heart of Utica. Great balance of sauce, cheese, and toppings. Crust is delicious…read moreon its own. (Try the upside down pie or slice.) Fast service. Casual dining area. Nice people behind the counter... Exactly what you want in a local pizza joint.

Came here expecting some pizza excellence. After all, some of these reviews speak of Nina's as a…read moregift from God. Average pizza that is more bready than crusty. Way too much cheese & baked on a metal screen. I ordered two slices from their 24" pie. More gimmick than good pizza. Extra soft and not very crusty. The cheese is so gloppy, it spills off the crust and all over your hands. Unfortunate, because the sauce is quite good. I ordered an upside down pie and 2 garlic "giant" knots, too. The upside down was better than the plain cheese, but had the same soft crust, albeit with a better ratio of cheese to sauce to crust. Again, the sauce was the winner. The garlic knots were awful. Tasted like greasy day old pizza dough. No garlic flavor whatsoever. Price for large upside down, 2 large slices, and 2 knots? Nearly $40. Very disappointing.

To say my experience was amazing is an understatement. Brady and all the other staff go above and…read morebeyond to ensure that all the food is made with the best quality they are very accommodating, especially to law-enforcement. It was my first time here and I'm never going to another pizza place again. Thank you for supporting us and feeding us this delicious pizza and wings !!

They have the best upside down pizza. I also highly recommend the chicken ski sub - so tender and…read morefor dessert the fried dough.

This pizzeria is a quintessential pizza parlor and is the second oldest pizzeria in the country…read more This is not your typical pizza and they are the originator of the upside down pizza. I have been coming to this establishment for far too many years to admit to and it never disappoints. Not much has changed here over the years other than the prices. They have been around for over a 110 years. The restaurant is nothing fancy and most of their business is take out but to me nothing beats one of their fresh out of the oven pies with their gooey cheese on the bottom and crispy crust. On a warm summer night you can find me sitting outside at their picnic table enjoying a fresh hot pie.

On my way into Syracuse International Airport while picking up my rental car, a very friendly…read moreEnterprise manager recommended a pizzeria called O'scugnizzo. He mentioned it is the second oldest pizzeria in America, so I had to check it out. I'm so glad I did. This is a really cute, community-oriented spot with a warm and welcoming feel. I ordered a small pizza, but "small" definitely does not feel small here. It was actually a great size. More importantly, the pizza was super fresh and extremely delicious. What stood out just as much as the food was how kind everyone was. As someone visiting from out of town, I really appreciated how warm and friendly the people were. It also felt like the kind of place that would be great for hosting a casual party or gathering. Highly recommend. If you're in Utica, this is definitely a place you need to try.

What can I say about Joe's pizza? Their light and crispy crust made from scratch with their sauce…read morealways made fresh daily making them one of the best pizza joint in the area. Not your ordinary slice of pizza, Joe's makes their pies with the sauce on top an cheese on the bottom giving it a unconventional twist that I swear will blow you away. Joe's wings are also just as good as their pizzas. Their wings are humongous and amazingly delicious especially their everything wings. Make sure when you order to ask to make them extra crispy because they taste 10x better that way. Overall, Joe's pizza is one best pizza joint I've had. They price are very reasonable which is also a plus.

I ordered a large plain pizza and it was either left in the oven too long or it was someone else's…read moreorder who never picked it up, it seems like it was sitting around for awhile and became dried out, and was very salty too, it was kind of like a cracker with sauce. It sure isn't like the Joes of yesteryear, no comparison.

Ordered two pizzas and they said 20 min for pick up. My wife went to pick them up and they…read moreaccidentally gave one of our pizzas to somone else. They apologized and asked if she would mind waiting a few min for our pie. Not only did they provide our complete order but also gave us an extra pizza. Now this is a business that puts customers first. Unlike another pizza place whom we ordered from in the past who totally messed up our order and blamed it on us and made us pay for the mistake OScugnizzo pizza,I will recommend Tony's all day long. Customers first and their pizzas are absolutely delicious. Thank you Tony's for making us feel valued and appreciated. BTW I don't ever leave reviews. 5 stats to this fantastic neighborhood business.

We order consistently, food is either burnt or cold! When I have tried to call, their voice box is…read morenot set up, will never order from them again!

We went for lunch today and had no problem finding 2 seats at the bar. The place is clean and…read morecomfortable, with a small dining room, too. I ordered the half portion of chicken riggies, which are some of my favorite in the area. The serving size for even the half was big, and I had enough leftovers for another meal. The garlic bread that comes with it is also excellent. My dining partner ordered some medium wings and reported they were also great; they came with a decent amount of sauce. I noticed a fried bologna on their menu, which I was tempted to try, but that'll just have to be for next time!

The cheese pizza was good, unique flavor. Place itself was not super clean. I saw a few people…read morestruggling to find a place to eat and finding a table that was decent.

Great pizza and incredibly warm and welcoming staff! Always a good experience whenever we go!read more

Wow !!! Have been wanting to go for years and about the time we went the restaurant closed due to…read morea fire. Heard they reopened in a new location but never seemed to find time or thought about it. Decided today was the day....Have been kicking myself that we haven't tired it sooner. It was so good. Staff there were friendly, warm, and inviting. We spoke to the owner for a while about a shared experience in DC. The restaurant back in the day was so dark when it was the Black Cat and now is so open, light, and inviting. Nothing fancy but is great for a casual meal. Now for the Pizza.... What makes it so great is the thin light and crispy crust with the right amount of toppings and cheese. They offer many different and unique pizzas and am looking forward to returning and trying several other pizzas. Would highly recommend, truly a five star experience.

I'll give this place one star for the simple fact that I can't give it less. The lady at the…read morecounter was very friendly but that's honestly the only thing this place has going for it. I ordered a slice of meat lovers and a slice of pepperoni to go. When I got in the car it smelled like a frozen Tony's pizza, and truthfully it didn't look much different either. I had a bite of meat lovers and it was nothing but a rubbery piece of bacon fat bigger than a piece of pepperoni. The pizza was greasy, the sauce was an orange paste that looked and tasted like a hot pocket. I haven't eaten those kind of foods in years but that taste is unforgettable, and not in a good way. This place should not be called a pizzeria.

Always great staff. Great area to be in with such a peaceful environment. And the food is always…read moreamazing and fresh. Staff will immediately correct any mistakes. Even on busy nights, it's worth the wait.

Wings are super unique, very good. We enjoyed the medium ones. They aren't saucy on the outside the…read moreflavor is inside and the outside is like bbq'd. I enjoyed the pizza its unique too- different than nys stye. Crust was really nice. Music was a choice, very loud and punk. But staff was friendly.

**Silk, Utica** Had…read morea great night at Silk! I tried The Main Attraction, a delicious pear martini, plus their seasonal Strawberry Haze -- both were excellent. My husband had the peanut butter whisky espresso martini and the chocolate covered strawberry old fashioned, and loved both. For dessert, we split a chocolate coconut crème brûlée and a strawberry and cream dessert that was absolutely to die for -- hands down the highlight of the night. The service was phenomenal, our waitress checked on us several times and provided excellent recommendations. She even served our dessert with sparkler when she heard it was our anniversary. Only complaint: the music felt a little out of place for the ambience. It was quiet when we got there but got pretty rowdy by the time we left. Still, the cocktails and desserts more than made up for it. Will definitely be back!

Stopped into Silk in Utica, NY and came away seriously impressed…read more We started with the spinach and artichoke dip, and it set the tone right away--rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced. It's one of those appetizers that's easy to judge a kitchen by, and this one was done exactly right. Great flavor, great texture, and clearly made with care. The ambiance is fantastic. Silk has that upscale-but-comfortable feel where you can relax but still feel like you're somewhere special. The lighting, décor, and overall vibe make it a great spot whether you're grabbing drinks with friends or settling in for a full evening out. Service was top notch from start to finish. Attentive without hovering, friendly, and knowledgeable--exactly what you hope for when trying a new place. The drink program really stands out. The cocktails were interesting and expertly prepared, and you can tell the bartenders know what they're doing. They also have a large selection of spirits, including plenty of off-the-beaten-path bottles for people who like to try something different. It's a great place to explore beyond the usual picks. Overall, Silk delivers across the board--great food, excellent service, a stylish atmosphere, and a seriously solid bar program. Definitely a spot worth checking out if you're in Utica.