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Grumpy's Sourdough Pizza Co. 522 Saddle River Rd…read more Saddle Brook, NJ 07663 Hot Honey Heaven Grumpy's Triple Threat Multiple people have reached out to me and suggested I explore this locally owned pizzeria located in the heart of Saddle Brook. As I entered the parlor, it is a hole in the wall with minimal seating and no AC unit. Regardless that it wasn't fancy, I still had a very gut instinct the quality of their pies was going to be on the money. When I arrived a weekday afternoon to place my order, the cashier informed me there will be a 40 minute wait. For the fact that the wait is this long indicates there are in demand and their pizza is top quality. I also saw framed plaques along their table counter showing they received positive media recognition from The Record, northjersey.com, and bestofnj.com. Hot Honey Heaven: I was initially skeptical about the appearance of this pie because it looks kind of messy. However, I took a single bite and was immediately hooked. This pie was topped with pepperoni, crispy chicken, and ricotta cheese. Mike's Hot Honey was generously poured over the top. It has a combination of sweet and spiciness. I never anticipated honey would enhance the flavor of the pie; I wish I requested an extra cup! Grumpy's Triple Threat: Named after the restaurant, this pie is prepared with pesto, grandma sauce, and pink tomato sauce. The sprinkled parmigiano reggiano added a nice touch. I especially liked the artistic appearance. The three colors were visually appealing, especially with the swirls of pesto. All pies are prepared with their signature sourdough pizza crust. Each slice had a perfect undercarriage and a firm crunch. Customers have the option to bake the pies may light, medium, or well-done. I chose medium because a majority of the customer base prefers this style. As a bonus, Grumpy's offer complimentary crust upgrades. I opted to add garlic butter brush; the outer crust edge was literally brushed with hot, garlic-infused butter. While it is common to throw away the top portion of the pizza, the upgrade is definitely an incentive to eat the crust. San Marzano tomatoes are the primary ingredient for the sauce. It's not overly sweet and has a light tang. This pizzeria is geared for take out, but there are plenty of benches only minutes away at Saddle River County Park. You can enjoy your pie while admiring the beautiful scenery of the park. The parking lot has limited spaces, but you can easily find a spot on the street. Grumpy's may be a hole in the wall, but the pizza was outstanding. I'm really exuberant that I had a pristine experience exploring sourdough crust for the first time! I was far from "grumpy" after dining here! #grumpys #grumpyssourdoughpizzaco #grumpystriplethreat #hothoneyheaven

Tried this place for the first time after picking up an order for a group. They have some fun and…read moreinteresting pizza options, and I decided to go with the classic personal pie. A heads-up if you're driving: parking can be a little difficult. There's a sign pointing to parking in the rear, but the lot is pretty small. You may be better off parking on a side street and walking over. I went just before the lunch hour, and the line was already out the door. They were also getting plenty of phone calls, so they definitely seem to have a busy business going. As for the pizza, the taste was good overall. The dough was a little tough and seemed possibly overdone, and the type of cheese they use made the pizza feel a bit greasy. That said, I'd be willing to try it again. Next time, I might skip the personal pie and try a different size or style to see if that makes a difference. Staff were very kind!!!! * I didn't see any slices on display, but people were ordering by the slice.

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The plain slice is at 100.

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300 Slice brings an innovative twist to pizza by incorporating traditional Dominican specialties…read more Imagine enjoying fried sweet plantains, salami, Dominican cheese, and corn, ingredients you'd typically find in the Dominican Republic on a perfectly baked pizza. Each slice is a flavorful fusion of authentic flavors and modern pizza craftsmanship, offering a unique culinary experience that celebrates Dominican culture in a fun and delicious way. Whether you're craving something familiar or looking to try something new, 300 Slice delivers a creative and satisfying take on pizza that's hard to forget.

I was intrigued by the Dominican pizza being sold here. They had several different pies available…read morebut it was really unclear what kinds they were because they had more signs up than pies. I would've liked to try a nacho slice. The worst slice I tried was the vodka. It was so dry and hard to chew. My guess is that it was overcooked. (It felt like I waited a while for my slices to be warmed.) I unfortunately got a chicken chimi slice even though I ordered beef. I asked what was on the chimi slice before ordering and the employee started listing so much I forgot! I think the beef would've been better than the chicken; the chicken didn't add much flavor. My favorite slice was the salami and plantains. Never would've thought this would be good! The plantains were really sweet, very good! They have tables inside and outside for eating there. Parking is right in front but it's a small lot.

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So happy they are so close to work! Came in nice and hot and really fresh! Great customer service…read moreand the pizza was fantastic! Welcome to town

Pizza was very good, tastes fresh. Friendly staff and attentive. The restaurant looked clean and…read morewelcoming.

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Brooklyn's Brick Oven Pizzeria

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IMO the best pizza in Bergen County hands down. Brick Oven cooked pie with melted fresh mozzarella…read moreand whatever you want. The perfect slice without having to go into NYC. Wish they still had their Edgewater location, but I don't mind treking to Hackensack for these guys. Worth it!!

I'm surprised this place didn't get the 5 star it deserves for the excellent pizza! We had the…read moremargarita pizza...... I can taste the homemade mozzarella & bread freshness coming through. It reminded me of the pizza I ate in Italy. Leaving a review here so that I remember to come back next time I'm here in NJ.

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Amici's Restaurant

4.2(252 reviews)

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Food is more than just nourishment; it's a universal language. It's the experience of sharing a…read moremeal with others that makes dining out special. Located on the busy West Pleasant Avenue in Maywood, my partner, our friends, and I decided on Amici's, translated from the Italian meaning "friends." Upon arrival for some of us as first-timers at this family-owned BYOB neighborhood establishment, we were greeted by the staff and got a table for 5 inside one of the dining rooms by the window for a celebratory dinner. Outside dining is available, weather permitting. Their menu features authentic Italian staples such as wood-fired pizzas, classic pasta dishes, and homemade comfort food. As appetizers, we decided on the Rice Balls with vodka sauce. For our main meal, we opted for the Flounder Francese, Eggplant Parmigiana (one with spaghetti and another with linguini), Paccheri with Seafood, Roma Pizza, and Tossed Salad. Some meal accompanied by a side salad. Complimentary bread began our meal. Everything tasted fresh and well-balanced. One can tell they take pride in their ingredients and preparation. The pasta especially deserves all the hype, rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The portions were healthy and suitable for a second meal. The prices were reasonable. The owner, Rosario, would personally visit each table for small talk. The entire staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our experience special; our server was Dawne. So, the next time one sits down to eat, take a moment to appreciate the experience. Savor the flavors, yes, but also relish the connections that form across the table. In a world that sometimes feels divided, food serves as a reminder of our shared connections. This is exactly how a business needs to be run; therefore, we highly recommend Amici's to anyone looking for true back-home dining.

Amici is NJ's answer to dynamite Italian cuisine on this side of the Hudson River…read more Arthur Ave has nothing on this place. The long hots are a destination dish and the house baked bread and broccoli rabe in garlic and oil are exceptional.

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Wahizza

4.5(80 reviews)

3.3 mi

Family-owned & operated

Wheelchair accessible

I had been wanting to try the Oxtail pizza for a while when I used to pass the Edgewater location…read moreso I traveled to Englewood. I ordered the oxtail pizza and it was delicious!!! The crust is thin with a sesame sprinkled crust and it was so good that I even ate every single bite of it, which is unusual for me. The oxtail was so flavorful and rich with the cheeses (mozzerella, Parmesan and goat cheese), meat, hot honey and spinach. The ladies asked if I wanted cilantro on top, which was the perfect add of even more flavor. They were so sweet and welcoming. Parking in downtown Englewood can be tough but I took the side street behind the row of stores and found the back entrance to Wahizza. I'm not sure if that's allowed but it made the pizza pick up a very quick and convenient experience. I plan on eating in next time bc the inside was so cute and looked very comfortable. I am definitely coming back.

We came here after a World Cup soccer match, looking for a restaurant instead of eating at the…read moremall's food court. The food was good, although a bit overpriced for the quality. Most of the staff was very friendly and welcoming, especially the manager. We arrived about two hours before closing and asked if we could sit at the bar to watch the next soccer match after the hostess told us there were no available tables. What was confusing was that the same tables that were empty when we arrived remained empty the entire time and were still vacant when we left as the restaurant closed. Overall, the food and most of the staff were enjoyable, but the experience at the front of the house could definitely be improved.

Loving the Pizza

Fried Calamari

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Presto's Pizza

3.7(144 reviews)

2.9 mi

No extra fees if you pay cash or use a debit card. They have…read morea nice back room for dining and events. They have a great menu and the food is delicious. Also mention Heather The Hurricane for 10% off in some situations.

Been my go to pizza spot since highschool! Pasta and pizza are good!…read more Food: 9/10 Penne Vodka with Chicken Cutlet is good as well as the Chicken, bacon, ranch pizza Service: 9/10 workers are always helpful!

Seating

Two slices of pizza with pepperoni and broccoli.

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Forte Ristorante

4.1(96 reviews)

1.7 mi

Baptism celebration! With family and friends!…read more Food was delicious! Great service! Beautiful staircase! Valet parking No street parking allowed.

It's a nice and elegant restaurant. The food and service however were under performed…read more Clams on half shell tasted so bad. I wonder if it was fresh at all. Grilled octopus with mango salad was good. Refreshing from the mango. Chilean sea bass on risotto was a bit salty. I needed a lot of water. I feel the whole team can do better on paying attention to customers. Our waiter didn't come back to take the entree order until my husband reminded him. Empty plates were on our table for a while before they picked it up. Bread was done , no asking if we want more or take it away. And I could see them chatting all together at the side. It made me decide not to have dessert.

Concierge entrance.

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Forte entrance

Essex Pizzeria

4.2(27 reviews)

1.4 mi

Service: excellent and welcoming, sauce cheese ratio good. I added extra cheese, they gave plentyread more

I love this pizza spot, I have been trying different pizza restaurants and this one is my favorite…read moreby far! Service is great, I always call in to pick up my order, but one day I will stay for the ambiance cause it seems super chill. There's a huge TV where you could eat your food and just relax. Get the grandma pie!!!

Piece by Piece!!!

Half plain half veggie pizza.

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Hasbrouck Heights Pizza

3.5(246 reviews)

0.8 mi

I am a waitress there and the food is amazing and customer come see me when I am there.. I have…read morebeen there for 4 years..

We ordered food from here for lunch at work. It came quickly and everything was very tastey. The…read moresandwiches were huge. There were many different salads to choose from. They were packed with lots of different toppings. It was a great lunch.

Looks delicious.

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Alex N.

10 years ago

This place is on a dead end which is perfect cause the place is dead and disgusting. I ordered pizza from here one day because I was desperate and needed a quick meal. Unfortunately as quick as it went down it, it came back yp just as quick. I couldn't even force it down due to its awful disgusting taste. You advertise good Italian pizza but I might as well be eating frozen digorno pizza. The lack of cheese was disturbing you would think I was lactos tolerant and placed a special order for no cheese. I also tried to take w bite of the pizza and to my lovely surprise I received a beautiful tool to floss with. A piece of his old ass gray hair. This establishment needs to good fixing just like the roads on that street. I don't understand why they are fixing his street when he has no business so it's pointless since no one goes there. People say you put your foot in the sauce to make it good and I'll tell you something. This guy definitely out his foot in the sauce but before he out it in the sauce he out his foot in a rats ass, in a New York sewer and into a New Orleans swamp that was infected with shit. Bottom line don't go here unless your in the food more some shit disguised in pizza. Thanks for your time everyone I hope you found this helpful. I wish I had some input like this before I had to experience such a disgusting awful rotten pizza of my own. Before you open a pizza place learn how to make pizza. Fake ass Italian. Ciao trashata. read more

Vienna B.

12 years ago

I've lived in Lodi past 2 years now and had given up on Pizza in this area. I thought I tried every pizzeria in town (terrible). I'm originally from Jersey City/Hoboken and started to think, maybe I was just spoiled by delicious pizza being so close to NYC. Nothing compared. Then I found this place 3 BLOCKS AWAY, hidden off a side street AND THEY DELIVERED within 20 mins. I couldn't believe it. They were fast, friendly, didn't mess up a simple order and the pizza was absolutely delicious. The sauce is amazing, so is the crust. I no longer want to move out of Lodi thanks to Curioni's..lol. I was shocked to learn they've been there over 50 years! I almost forgot... they were way cheaper than every single one of the crappy pizzeria's in town, by several dollars for a pie!! read more

Eric S.

Elite 21

2317

512

359

9 years ago

I am a New York transplant here in Jersey, and always seek out pizza reminiscent of what I grew up on. This is one of the few places that fills that void perfectly. I am sad to hear the family doesn't want to carry on the tradition. So they decided to reopen a week later. I guess I wasn't the only one, huh? Thank you! read more

Charles T.

10 years ago

Place is a complete hole in the wall dirty nasty I would never ever recommend if you asked to use the bathroom they say you made people you if you have to poop you have to go someplace else what kind of place runs a business like that horrible horrible horrible place read more

Thomas C.

7 years ago

This place is terrible. The owner is a total ass and a coward piece of trash. He treated my family terribly and that's unacceptable. Don't think you can talk about my daughter again, and don't go to this business! read more

Mary Ann H.

5 months ago

Best pizza to be had anywhere! I've known the Curioni family since I was in grade school, at the school across the street. The pizza was great then, and it's just as good now. read more

Joy M.

13 years ago

Best pizza in Lodi!! As for the service....Walt and his family are genuinely nice people!! This place absolutely deserves 5 stars!

Michael S.

2 years ago

I called this afternoon and the voicemail said that after 101 years, they were closing for good. The end of an era...

Eammon J.

6 years ago

Great pizza, great homely vibe when you go inside, very nice people, will be back soon!

Jennifer C.

12 years ago

What can I say, this is a great place to eat at very reasonable prices. See you soon

Anthony E.

Elite 25

259

472

14 years ago

Great Pizza and awesome Mussels in sauce!!!

Chris A.

11 years ago

Good pizza Good people Good ravioli's

Alyssa S.

105

12 years ago

ah-may-zing. Need I not say more.

Chris C.

13 years ago

Best Sicilian pie ever!

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