Casano's turns out a really solid plain pie. The crust is thin with just the right amount of crisp, and the dough has a subtle sourdough flavor that adds a nice layer of complexity. The sauce leans savory instead of sweet, which I personally love, and there's a light hint of garlic that ties everything together really well. Their cheesesteaks are also worth trying. The bread-to-meat ratio is on point, making each bite balanced and satisfying. My only gripe is that there was a bit too much Cooper Sharp cheese, which made it slightly saltier than I'd prefer. That said, I'd definitely order both again. read more

As soon as you step inside it's like you're transported to your grandmas living room , the decor inside is 1000/10 I ended up ordering the drunken tour ( round pizza) and chicken parm stracciatella with vodka sauce. I placed the order in store ( they have a tablet where you place your order ) and waited about 15 minutes! While waiting for the pizza , I sat in the couch and watched the movie on the tv absolutely loved it! As for the pizza , I wish they put some more pepperoni but other than that it was 10/10 , the chicken parm was crispy and the vodka sauce was delicious! Totally recommend this place! read more

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I wish I could put a gif into my review of a person fainting or doing one of those death drops that you see in RuPaul's drag race. If Cassano's is not voted, best new Pizza in New Jersey, then you know the Pizza gatekeepers aren't allowing it. To start I can tell this owner has some chops because he's displaying a Lucalis pizzeria hat and serves different variations of pizza from New Haven style, to Trenton style, to what I call a New York Brooklyn hybrid. I say this because I haven't had this style of pizza since I ate from the hands of Dom DeMarco of Diffara's. When my wife first took a bite of Casano's regular cheese, her eyes lit up and immediately we said Diffara's. I was transported 20 years back to Brooklyn when I was living there. There is a very close similarity to Casano's and Diffara's and I mean that as a compliment. Both finish their regular cheese with olive oil, basil, but Dom sprinkled gran padano, Casano's uses Pecorino. Most importantly, much like Dom, they're aren't afraid of a little char on the crust, that's adds an additional layer of flavor. Cheers to the three youngsters behind the counter who were slinging pies and manning the oven. I tend to describe good pizza as something that looks effortless and that's the exact quality that I feel from Diffara's, Lucalis, and now Casano's. These folks behind the counter nailed it. The last detail and similarity I would like to point out is when we finished our pizza we did not feel awful. My wife and I would crush a whole Diffara's Pizza between the both of us and we would walk out surprised that we didn't feel awful, and Casano's is no different. Again, this goes back to my description of effortless Pizza meaning there isn't too much toppings. It's not overly saucy and acidic, or too cheesy, this pie was just right! I didn't grow up in NJ, but from an outsiders perspective now living here I have to say I'm beyond impressed with the new style of pizza joints, popping up here in the Garden State. Yes the jersey bar pie has it place, but new stalwarts like Brooklyn Square in Jackson, Emilio's in Nutley, and Casano's in Rutherford are adding to the pizza diversity, making me wonder is NJ the best pizza state? I believe so.... read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Drunken Tor Pizza, the vodka sauce was not heavy at all. I was able to knock back 4 slices without feeling awful. - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

Saw an influencers post about this place and I had to try it. It looked so retro and fun! This place is cozy as it stages like a retro 80-90s living room. There are few seats inside and some chairs outside so it is very small space. We ordered the burrata pie which tasted delicious and fresh. However, if you aren't going to finish the pie the slice does get a little soggy from burrata. We also ordered the casear salad and I would say skip it as I have had better. I hear the vodka sauce is where it's at and the chicken parm with the vodka sauce so I definitely plan on giving those a try. They were busy with the orders when we went so the service was okay. We had to ask for an update on our order as it was taking a while. You place order on the tablet. The refreshment options are stocked in the retro fridge and are self service if you have ordered. They also have bottle openers to help open the glass bottles. Also, they were trying out a grandma pie and offered people a slice to try. read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Burrata pie - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

Very interesting place!! Crust is delicious! Wish the pizza had more cheese tho. Will definitely go back. read more

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This place is a cute little hidden gem. So yummy!Good pizza, the chicken vodka parm came out smaller for our order than we hoped especially since it comes with no pasta or anything. Like they're charging a full chicken pasta vodka meal and you don't get pasta so tbh I would argue this isn't worth the money. But also to each their own!! If i could afford to spend $$$$$ just chicken and order my pasta separate I would!!. The service is slowwwww. There's always hella people waiting inside but luckily my mom placed our order a day in advance so it was ready lolol. I def will be coming back here. Also they only do pies no slices!! Bummer but respect. read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Chicken Vodka Parm - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

Casano's Pizza Parlor 8 Highland Cross Rutherford, NJ 07070 Chicken Parm Stratciatella New Haven Style Pizza Appearance: 8.7/10 Taste: 9/10 Located in Rutherford, New Jersey directly across the street from Lincoln Park is a local pizzeria with one of the most unique dining rooms I ever seen. In place of a traditional seating area, be prepared to explore your meal in front of a retro television set watching old school VHS tapes on a VCR. Here are a couple of the popular menu items I explored. Chicken Parm Stratciatella: Served in a pizza box, the thinly pounded cutlet was very crispy. There were heaping mounds of burrata cream and the basil leaves added a nice touch of flavor. It definitely had a fair share of homemade vodka sauce; it was smooth and creamy. A minute disadvantage is that a side of pasta is not included with the parm. I strongly believe pasta should always be included with this entrée. New Haven Style Pizza: As soon as I opened the box, it was love at first bite. The diced cheese was perfectly melted giving it that gleamy appearance. I loved the char along the top of the crust; it definitely had a perfect crunch. It was a flawless pizza. When you give it a try, be ready to buy the entire pie. Owner Skinny Pizza Guy's nostalgic atmosphere with the finely detailed decorations made me feel like I was in another generation. It's like traveling back in time; the 1970s living room was a really neat experience. I was also impressed with the indoor lighting as well as the family photos along the 1970s style wall. Even the outdoor seating along with the newspaper vending machine has that groovy 70s feel. Dine at Casano's for a far out, memorable experience #casanos #casanospizzaparlor #rutherfordnj #newhaven #newhavenstylepizza #chickenparm #chickenparmstratciatella #njfoodie #foodstsgram #locallyownedbusiness #pizzareview read more

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I went to Casano's Pizza Parlor with a group of friends this past week on a Thursday evening. We have been eyeing this pizza restaurant and we finally penciled it in our schedules to make the friend hangout happen. The hangout was awesome because we were so pleased with all of our pizza. We ordered the Drunken Tor pizza (mozzarella blend, homemade vodka sauce with imported Italian cream, pepperoni cups, topped with stracciatella, basil, freshly grated pecorino, and hot honey). We ordered as shareable: fresh mozzarella (Hand stretched mozzarella wedges served with a side of marinara), meatballs (Grandma Marie's third generation recipe of (3) pork and beef meatballs & homemade sauce, topped with pecorino romano and basil) and also Stuffed Long Hots (Long hots stuffed w/ sausage, mozzarella, topped with tomato sauce and stracciatella) and Chicken Parm Stratciatella (Chicken Cutlet, Fresh Straciatella, and Vodka Sauce). For our pizzas we ordered: Round Vodka Stratciatella (Our mozzarella blend, homemade vodka sauce with imported Italian cream; topped with stracciatella, basil, freshly grated pecorino) and as our third pizza we went with the Round Smokey Roni. Everything was delicious, we were a group of 8 people so we ordered a lot for the group and we did have some leftovers to take home. My friend found this restaurant on social media and we all trusted him and decided to go together as a group. I gotta say I love the old school feel of the restaurant. They have limited seating indoors. It's more of a take out pizza restaurant. My friends and I decided to eat at the park across the street. My friend had chairs and a table in his trunk and the weather was cool. We noticed that people kept coming in and picking up their orders. So happy this establishment is doing well. 10/10 pizza restaurant. read more

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By far one of the best pizzas I've ever had. Cooked to perfection, the pizza was super flavorful and had the perfect amount of crisp! The seating area as you go to pick up your pizza is the best part of this place and makes you feel like you're getting pizza from your grandmas house in 1993 (I wasn't even alive then but this is what I'm assuming it would've been like). Cannot recommend this place enough, I'll be back with my family so that they too can taste the delicious pizza and bask in the nostalgic 90's ambiance! read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

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I tried casanos a few times and have to say it's probably the best pizza (pick up non Resturant) in Rutherford although I have not tried the new spot bite & bite. The first time I got it it was pretty good. The second time I thought was not as good as the first. The service is great and the place has this really cool retro vibe. I hear the chicken parm is top tear but have not tried that yet. read more

Amazing service, pizza and ambiance! Super friendly staff and owner! This is the best pizza in New Jersey that I've been to. The plain pizza is a burst of flavors from the sauce to the bread! The bread for some reason reminds me of "old school" fresh baked bread like the kind an Italian Nonna would bake! Crust has its own distinct flavor that transports you to childhood and the smell of freshly baked Italian bread (if you're from the area you know) and together with the sauce ... a perfect pizza!! They have other choices that are personal preference, but when you want to know if a pizza is good you always start with the plain. The plain pizza says it all. It tells you how authentic the bread and the sauce are. Also lets you know if you should be coming back. This isn't the "no other choice than to order from the limited selection of pizza parlors in my town" type of place. It's the type of place you drive up from Asbury, New Jersey to see what all the rave is about (and yes that guy says he's coming back from Asbury to have this pizza)! It's theme is like you're sitting at your friend's Nonna's living room from the furniture, tv and ambiance! read more

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I've finally made it!!! Exceeded all of my expectations. Street parking on a small side street. Definitely a "trippy" throw back when you walk in. Casano's went outside the box and created an environment that all of us foodies can appreciate. Not your typical pizza joint. We got the Buffalo Chicken Sliders (Sundays only), the drunken chicken parm, the Drunken Tor pizza and the French Onion Soup pizza. From A-Z, it can't be beat. I see people complaining about it being a few sheckles more. You pay for what you get. The chicken parm was MASSIVE and one of the best I've had. I shared it with my wife and there was still left overs. The kid never reacts to anything. After the first Slider, he actually said, "these are really good. " I didn't even get one because he finished them the next day after school. French Onion Soup is always my favorite. If you like French Onion Soup, this is a must try. This was my first time trying the Drunken Tor and it was awesome. Everything blends in perfectly. Don't snooze. If you're in the area, this has to be on your list. read more

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This place is literally impossible to order from!! I've stumbled up on it twice in person, both times b/c they literally have the furniture I grew up with in the window. At Uncle Vinny's down the block (3 minutes away), I finally decided to see if $32 for a plain pizza was worth the price. They have no app, force you to sign up for Toast (whatever the eff app that is), then the website just goes in endless loops between your Cart and Checkout every time you click Checkout. If you click Call, it's 555-555-5555. Even tried Desktop Mode on my Samsung Galaxy S21. Do you have to have a muthereffing iPhone just to order from this place!??? Eff that. Steve Jobs, that crazy mofo, can rot in his grave. Wtf. This place must be a front for the mob. How in the world is this place in business?? read more

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The best Chicken Vodka Parm in North Jersey hands down! Great to share with a friend and priced very fair! The pizza here is also great! Love the old school home vibe the place has. The owner is a great guy and very passionate about his food. They don't sell slices so don't come here looking for them. It's pies made to order and I recommend ordering online in advanced. read more

Some of the best pizza in the game. I love how they can really dial in the temps for different styles of pies, and they are all good. The French onion pie was so good and a stand out for me. The dough is super light and fluffy, but still crispy and holds up to all the toppings. I keep coming back and will keep coming back ! read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Burratta vodka pep, and French onion pie - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

All are food was excellent. We picked it up prefer online. Staff was nice. Cute little place with vintage furniture. We had Chicken Parm, Chicken Vodka Parm, New Haven Style Pizza and a Burrata Pizza. Will definitely be back. read more

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5 stars no notes. A small place and does mostly takeout, but if you come in and grab a seat in the "living room" in one of the comfy chairs and eat on the TV dinner trays, while watching the Sopranos on the old TV, it is a religious experience. Top-15 pizza on my list of 100 places in the world that I have tried. read more

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This place is excellent. Ordered online and it was ready 7 minutes before my scheduled time. Delicious. Huge portions. Tons of leftovers. I was surprised how heavy the box was when I picked it up. Can't wait to go back. read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Chicken parm - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

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Don't know how I missed this spot, but maybe because it's off a side street from the main ave in Rutherford. Out of sight out of mind UNTIL you try it!! Limited menu, no dine in, no delivery, don't even know if phone number is real 555-555-5555 lol but went thru online ordering. Got the Casano Round and the epic chicken parm with vodka sauce! WOW! We had 2 huge chic cutlets that fit an entire small pizza box, extra crispy with the best stracciatella cheese and fresh basil on top! Vodka sauce to me here is basically marinara mixed with cream. It's about $18/$19 but so worth it. No pasta or salad on side offered, but certainly didn't need it. Pizza was so delicious again with pile of fresh basil on side to add as you please! $21 Many items were not available on a Friday such as Caesar salad, 3 of their pizzas, no rice balls, some drinks. Honestly didn't care! You come here bc IYKYK! Only offers old world pepperoni as a topping, but no other restaurants nearby to my knowledge offer stracciatella as main cheese! Catch them on Insta! Gladly will return to pickup the New Haven and maybe some stuffed longhots! Give it a shot! read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Chicken parm with vodka sauce - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

Holy cow the vodka chicken parm is exactly what it is. Perfection. Take a trip onto the set of sopranos and enjoy this massive treat. One of the best chicken parm's in the area if not in Jersey. Be mindful it's a shareable for a reason it's a growing boy serving I love it. Not really a sit down spot unless you wanna sit outside in the lawn chairs. Really was incredible and will be back!! read more

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My daughter wanted to try this place because she saw it on Instagram so we did we order the drunken tor pizza very delicious in abut i personally don't like my crust burnt, but it was delicious. We also order the Caesar salad, which comes in a pizza box I've never seen that before super garlicky , but good and last, but not least the chicken parm vodka sauce was OK. It definitely needed some seasoning if they would just season the chicken with a little onion powder, garlic powder, little salt and pepper. It will be delicious. read more

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Went to Casano's in Rutherford for lunch today. I have pros and cons of the place. I got the chicken vodka Parm. Pros: it was a huge piece of chicken, the chicken was amazingly crispy, a good price for what it is with a good amount of sauce and cheese on top. The price of 18 bucks is pretty good for the size of the chicken! The ambience in the waiting room is right out of a dream from when I was 12 years old in the 80's in one of my older relatives place. It may have been a little gimmicky but I loved it for what it is. Cons: the biggest con was the vodka sauce tasted like it was out of a can. The time it was supposed to be done was at 1:30 and it wasn't done til 1:55 (this wasn't a big deal except for the next point), it wasnt very warm for a chicken vodka Parm that was just done. It wasn't really above room temperature. The cheese is purely fresh Straciatella cheese and I didn't notice any melted mozzarella on it which I ultimately prefer. I would love to try this place again for the pizza (and I hear the cheese steaks are pretty good). If I got a chicken Parm again, I wouldn't get it with vodka sauce since it wasn't a kind I liked. Also there is no where to sit and eat your meal there (for anyone considering to do so) Over all, I think it is worth checking out. Just because it isn't the type of sauce or cheese I don't overly prefer, I am glad I tried it. The chicken was flavorful and crispy (and stayed that way!!!)!!! If you are in the area, give it a test run. I know there are other things I still wanna try! read more

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Wow! Fantastic sauce, crispy crust and the combination of flavors came together for aN outstanding pie. Can't wait to try other pies and the chicken parm next time. read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

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I've had the pizza twice now and can say with certainty that it is very good. The drunken tor is bomb. That vodka sauce and Italian cream give it a slightly sweet and velvety mouth feel that pairs deliciously with the pepperoni. They have a good dough and use good ingredients. Both times had a little wait, but you really don't mind. It's like sitting at grandmas waiting for the food. Love the decor and laid back feel. I would certainly recommend and will definitely be returning. As should you. ENJOY!!! read more

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Finally got to try this place! As a single girlie I haven't been able to go since they only sell pies, no slices. Walked in on a Friday night with a couple of girlfriends and immediately the owner greeted us and was super friendly! While we ordered and waited I pulled out my cashes camera and light, asked if I could tape him making a pizza and he was like absolutely! So great. There are no tables inside, just a typical 80's living room haha so charming and comfortable. While we talked and waited for our pizza, another guy who was there kept telling us how amazing the chicken parm was and before we knew it the owner brought us a sample to try! That's amazing service. And let me tell you... bomb! The vodka sauce was delicious, the chicken was perfectly cooked and crispy. For our pizza we got the burrata with added pepperoni, and it was yummy but I think I would prefer their other pies with vodka because it was that good! Will be back for more read more

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So happy to have this qualify back again! Their spot in wallington was too good to be real and this place is even better. Ambiance, quality, food that tastes like mom makes it -- if your mom was a great cook. Incredible stuff read more

Truly loved the original Tavolino's joint and would have no issue driving 40+ mins to get pizza. It was THAT good! Once they closed shop and we started hearing whispers about the birth of Casano's Pizza Parlor, I knew I needed to give this place a try. Ordered: - Drunken Tor (Round) - Casano's Burrata (Round) Regarding the round pies I must say, ordering on the weekend just didn't do this place justice because what I truly loved were their square pies - that's where I think Casano's truly shines. Only round pies were available the weekend we ordered. But concerning the rounds, they were packed with flavor and had a great undercarriage + crust on them. Unfortunately the Burrata pie looked more like clumps of mozzarella, we really didn't get any of the soft ricotta interior of the Burrata cheese. But I'm not giving up on Casano's just yet - I'll have to revisit one day in the week + grab a square pie to truly give this establishment an honest review. Until then, please do take the time to try out their creative pie combinations - they are quite tasty and the bread is killer. read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Casano's Burrata (Round) - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

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I wanted to try this place for a while so today I decided why not the pizza I like the crust, but there was some type of aftertaste that was from the oil or the tomatoes they use for the sauce that being said I also got the chicken Parm vodka, very disappointed it looked like they did use Panko breadcrumbs. They deep-fried it slap some cheese and sauce on it and put it in a box. No love also as a sidenote they make you order online and use a credit card. You cannot say I'll pay cash when I get there and then they charge you a surcharge I don't think that's fair. There should be an option when you order that you pay cash when pick up you shouldn't be forced to use your credit card and then they charge you the surcharge. If you gonna force someone to use a credit card then don't charge a surcharge. read more

After seeing Casano's for a while on instagram and food reviewers posts, I was finally in the area this week for work and had to give it a try! Definitely was as advertised and had great food with a cool atmosphere. The old living room from the 70s-80s theme was so cool and definitely worth a stop if you're into that kind of thing! I got the chicken parm and it did not disappoint. My only complaint was that it wasn't that hot temperature wise but otherwise had great taste and was such a creative take on a traditional chicken parm. My friends got the drunken tor and that was great as well with so much flavor. The iPad ordering was smooth and seamless but I personally like a face to face interaction with employees. The wait wasn't that long for how busy they were but the food was pretty pricey (although I already knew this going into the place so it doesn't take away anything from them). All in all it was worth the trip and lived up to the hype. If I am back in the area again in the future I would like to try their Casano's round, New Haven round and the Caesar salad but wouldn't drive a crazy length just to go back. Definitely stop in and give them a try if you are in the area! read more

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Great pizza. Great vibe with old school Italian living room and pleasant service. All customers seemed to be pizza aficionados trying out the joint for the first time and comparing notes. Customers even exchanged slices! "Chris" a regular even invited us back to share a glass of wine next time!!!!Very cool! read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Perfect pie! Roni!! - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

Crust was crunchy. It wasn't bad but it wasn't the greatest. And in my opinion a little too over cooked. The kids didn't eat. With no phone number how do you communicate concerns? Am I suppose to drive back? Also no option to pay cash at the spot but charge of 3% credit card fee. read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

Love this place! I have followed the owner through different Pizzeria's and always loved everything he made. Cool atmosphere and vibe. Awesome food read more

I finally got to try Casano's in Rutherford after seeing the chicken parm all over the internet. It definitely looked the part. It was huge and picture perfect. The cutlet was crispy, and the vodka sauce was good. We also got a drunken tor, which had a nice flavor. There was a big burnt bubble on the pie that was a little disappointing, but we ate around it. I noticed a hint of cherry in the taste. Maybe the hot honey had some cherry in it? I couldn't quite put my finger on it, but it worked. I'm definitely going back! There are a bunch of other things on the menu I want to try. read more

Casano’s Pizza Parlor - Drunken Tor - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

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One of the best Pizza spots around, even make an amazing cheesesteak, the place is fantastic, can't go wrong

So I saw the New Haven Tomato pie on IG with zero flop. Was running around to a few places and hit this up. Its 2 hours from me. The tomato pie was good and I loved the crust. I did not like the Parmesan cheese in the sauce. Too overpowering. We also got the New Haven Style cheese. Nothing special. Like a regular cheese pizza and all floppy but was ok. The place is decorated like the 70s. Really neat. Only a few seats to eat at and its like eating in a living room! Parking sucks and the pizzas are expensive. read more

New Pizza Spot Alert! Online orders and pick up only..for now! Casano's Pizza Parlour in Rutherford, NJ has some seriously delish pizza! Everything is homemade here from the vodka sauce to the stracciatella. The combination of flavors is amazing and the owner really knows what he is doing! The pizza always comes out fresh and I loved the Drunken Tor (mozzarella blend, homemade vodka sauce with imported Italian cream, pepperoni cups; topped with stracciatella, basil, freshly grated pecorino, EVOO, and hot honey). Loved this place!!! Insta: @thehungrysw read more

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Ordered two pizzas and a chicken parm. Order total, including an illegal credit card fee (by law, you can't charge credit card processing fees to customers if you don't accept cash), was $80.03. That alone was expensive. Check my card today to see that they tacked on an additional $12 (15%) gratuity which we didn't add ourselves nor did we agree to it or authorize it. Pure theft. And the pizza is mediocre on top of that. Avoid. read more

I can't say enough good things about Casanos Pizza. The food is absolutely incredible, and Dave and the entire crew are some of the coolest, most welcoming people you'll meet. Walking inside feels like stepping into a time capsule--in the best way. The throwback décor, vintage furnishings, and old-school vibe make it feel like you're hanging out at a friend's house, not just grabbing a meal. I dined in today and had the Caesar salad and the chicken parm--both were unbelievably fresh, flavorful, and generous in portion. The Caesar was crisp with great croutons and real shaved cheese, and the chicken parm was perfectly cooked, saucy, cheesy, and delicious. What really sets this place apart is the warmth. You don't feel like a customer--you feel like family. Between the amazing food and the nostalgic atmosphere, Casanos is the kind of spot you want to come back to again and again. A true Rutherford treasure and must visit when in town! read more

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The thin-skinned owner didn't seem to like the first review that pointed out his performative neighborhood-pizza-shop cosplay with both aggressive pricing and no-slice policies that put his product out of reach of much of the neighborhood. Fine. You want to be a mook about it? Fine, then let's discuss how tossing vodka sauce and burrata on slices doesn't make you any better than a pizza shop in Belleville that's been doing it across the river for 40 years without digital displays to help them out. Let's talk about how the suggestion about making one off-menu slice-specific pie as a nod to the per-slice customer just might have some merit that you may not want to admit. And let's just say what everyone's thinking: It won't take a bunch of Chris' Pizza-level neighborhood conspiracy theories to figure out why this place closes roughly 400 days from now. read more

legit the best thing out of NJ, chicken cutlet and pizza is so good! Ordering from here is an experience within itself I feel like I stepped into my mom's or nonnas and felt like home. read more