Great music playing when you walk in. Looks like a mom and pop type place for locals. I like all the flyers on the wall. There is an article that says top 50 pizza joints in the US. I so sorry, there is no way this place or top 50 anything. Very disappointing. Had a slice all they did was take a cheese and add some toppings and not cook it fully. Very very disappointed. read more

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I rarely eat pizza and I'd never consider putting pineapple on a slice either, however, one day, I was curious and put the question out on Facebook. Where can I go to get pineapple on a pizza slice? A FB friend recommended this joint. Us New Yorkers refer to these places as joints. I pulled up to an empty parking lot and empty joint. Hmmm. Does anyone come here? I took a chance. After I ordered my slice with pineapple and the highly recommended Canadian bacon on it, the place started to fill up. I mean from the parking lot to the counter, folks of all ages & cultures were lined up to place their orders. Def reminded me of NYC where all kinds of folks lived and ate together. On the walls were framed pictures and memorabilia of MY old New York: the Statue of Liberty, the NY subway system and a few Broadway show programs. Did I like my pineapple slice? Yes I did. Did I feel guilty about offending my Italian family of Sicilians and Calabrese back in Little Italy in lower Manhattan? Not at all. But I was warned! I still love my cheese and/or pepperoni and will go back to order that. read more

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Dang... this really is some top tier pizza. I was absolutely blown away by this spot! It's been family owned and Albuquerque since 1988 and I can see why. The pizza is fantastic, sauce is beyond tasty and the cheesy bread hot damn!! This spot is definitely no frills and has super great pricing! A must try!! read more

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I would say this is the best NY style pizza I have had in New Mexico. Hands down, the dough has been adapted perfectly to the low humidity and high altitude of Albuquerque and the resulting pies are spot on. Prompt attentive service from staff coveting both back and front of house combined with a retro fifties diner feel set the stage for an afternoon of NY style pizza dining excellence. read more

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This has to be the best pizza I have ever tried so delicious slices are big the wings are great have to try a cannoli

Got an 18" pizza with $3 each extra toppings of mushrooms, onions and bell peppers so $9 worth of extras, and this is all we get??. My family owns a food truck and have done wood fired pizza for years now and this is not the type of customer service thats expected and we'd never give or even worth $9. If anyone wants lots of toppings do not go here. read more

Giovanni's Pizzeria - Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

The pizza was good, but not the best I've had in ABQ. The crust was fantastic. And the canzone, however, was spot on.

Opens at noon on Saturdays now. Please update your hours on Yelp. Best pizza in town!

Can't stop at one slice!!! The cheese pizza is so delicious and doesn't upset my stomach like most pizza. Someone recommended this place as most like New York style pizza and it didn't disappoint. read more

This was our first time having pizza from here. We got the Supreme pizza. It had a good crust and plenty of toppings. It took about 20 minutes on a Thursday evening, so not bad as far as wait time. Yummy overall! read more

straight up amazing pizza. i've had pizza all over the US, including nyc and chicago, and this has gotta be in my top 5. abundant toppings, crisp delicious crust, and top notch flavor. the green chile was amazing on top. service and ambiance were awesome too. i loved all the stuff on the walls and spent the whole time looking around at it all. if i were local, i'd be here every weekend. another nice touch that i love in a pizza place, was the self serve parm, red pepper flakes, and oregano. highly highly recommend. read more

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$3 Per Toppings!! NOT worth it!! Mini Bell Pepper, Onions & a few mushrooms. I'd suggest you only get 1 topping pizza here for the price. If you love delicious good priced pizza, I'd suggest to go to Rio Rancho to Aldo's New York Style Pizzeria. read more

Giovanni's Pizzeria - Little bit of toppings - Pizza Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

A diamond in the rough. Finally a place that's not full of filler crap and frills that these new hipster restaurants are putting out. All killer no filler. These new restaurant owners and "chefs" should take notes stop being pretentious and get back to basics. read more

The pizza is OK! Nothing fantastic! I'll never go back there. First of all very sketchy neighborhood!!!!! But most of all I spend my money where I am treated like my business matters. The "guy" who "helped"me needed a shower, a shave and a haircut, but mostly an attitude adjustment!!!! Coach roaches have more personality!!! From the minute I walked in he acted like I was in inconvenience!!!!!! He was rude and just nasty!!!!! I worked CS for 45 years, I know how to treat a customer and how not too! I could teach him a lot. But what I will do is NEVER go back there. Dion's pizza is better anyway and they have great salads too!!!!! Bye Bye Giovanni's............. read more

This is terrible the crust is like a burnt cracker and the pizza is the most expensive I've seen here almost 20 dollars for a small 1 topping pizza and there small A 12in PIZZA that's suuuuperrr then Mario's a lot better tho the prices are on the higher end there the pizza justifies it only reason I'm not leaving a 1 star review is because the staff was nice read more

We had just come off of a hike up in the mountains and had been caught in a storm so we're soaked to the bone. We were late getting to the restaurant so we weee concerned they would shut down the oven before we got there but they are true old school and never missed a beat. Took our order for two 12" pizzas and never checked up even though it was almost closing. Definitely old school local place. Decor is retro with old flyers from past ballon events and movie posters. Near place. Joe had the meat lovers and I had a Hawaiian. Absolutely delicious. We ate them all. Yes unfortunately even me. Awesome and highly recommend. read more

My boyfriend's from Albuquerque and was craving Giovanni's when we came to visit his family. We picked up two pizzas and took them to a local brewery for lunch. It's NY style, which isn't usually my favorite pizza because I prefer a thicker crust, but I must admit that this pizza was great! Service was quick for pick up and the restaurant, while a hole in the wall of strip mall, has a certain quaint charm to it. read more

Pizza is very good! There's a reason they're in the top 50 pizza places in the USA. Only negative is location. It's the only reason for not giving 5 stars. Definitely get their pizza, calzones and other awesome food but stay vigilant because the zombies are very nearby. read more

We are originally from New York but have lived in the west/southwest most of our adult lives. This is the best pizza we have found west of the Hudson. The person who said the slices sag probably hasn't been to New York. That's how it should be. Crisp and gooey at the same time. read more

My family discovered this spot YEARS ago when traveling through Albuquerque on our way to California to see family and since that time (cr. 2010?) we have tried to order from here whenever we pass through town. This evening was no different and the pizza was fantastic. If you're traveling with your family and want an easy and delicious option for dinner and everyone is hangry, this is a great option. We always order and then pick up and take the pizza back to wherever we're staying and Giovanni's always satisfies. read more

Shortly after I moved here, and the pandemic lockdown hit, I wanted to get some treats for the nurses at a hospital where one of my dear friends works (I'm a RN too). I was looking for a place and found Giovanni's so I gave it a try. I've been in NY and had pizza and this was definitely NY pizza! I was even able to fold it like it's supposed to be. The staff, owner included, were very nice and knew what they were doing. I enjoyed hearing the owner's story of how he came here and started it. It's a small place and nice and quiet. It was nice not to be in a sea of humanity! I decided while waiting to have a slice and it was huge! It wasn't all doughy like some, and the toppings were just right and cooked well. It's on my top 5 list for pizza! Pizza is my all time favorite food, so I am pretty picky, and Giovanni's made the cut (pun intended!). read more

I have never heard of this place, 1st time to ABQ & I'm looking for a good pie & I read the reviews & a gentleman said it's close to PEPES of New Haven New Haven , Yale New Haven Hospital. Is where I come from & if he's comparing it the Pepe's it's got to be worth the try! & I will be back to let you know read more

The flavor is excellent, but the slices lack the crisp, sturdy structure of an authentic New York slice -- they tend to sag under their own weight. That said, for New Mexico, this is one of the best slices in the state. I love this place!! read more

This was a solid spot for dinner with friends in Albuquerque. My boyfriend & I shared a 12 inch pizza and ordered it with 1/2 Canadian bacon & pineapple (my side!) and 1/2 pepperoni & onion. I thought the overall taste was slightly above average and really enjoyed the thin crust. One of our friends wasn't a fan of the cheese, which I thought was about average. My boyfriend really liked the Canadian bacon that was chopped into small pieces. The only thing missing from the pizza for me was a distinct tomato flavor - the sauce just kind of blended in. Overall, I thought this restaurant was a good choice to satisfy our pizza craving! read more

Giovanni's Pizzeria - 12 inch pizza (1/2 Canadian bacon & pineapple, 1/2 pepperoni & onion) - Pizza Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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Talk about great pizza, this place gives Pepe's and Sally's of New Haven a run at best pizza

Talk about stepping back in time - this reminds me of some of the places I've been to in the NE. Small family owned places serving up Italian food. The walls are covered with NY style memorabilia and old playbills. Got here just before the lunch rush, placed our order: a slice of Canadian Bacon/pineapple (how boring - but I couldn't come up with anything better) and the chicken wrap and the wait begins. Our food arrives the slice is decidedly NY Style. Thin & foldable. Covered in ground Canadian bacon and a decent amount of pineapple. The slice came with a minimal amount of sauce and cheese. The chicken wrap was another story, it was about 6" bigger than the counter person demonstrated. So the slice gets eaten and the wrap will probably make 2 more meals. It looks like a calzone, loaded with cubed chicken & cheese - easy on the sauce. The slice & wrap were delicious. Making this a place deserving of another trip. read more

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Pulled into town for a concert, the city is trash but Jesus Christ this place is a diamond in a really rough rough area. Best pizza and it was definitely worth the 8 hour drive. read more

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Reminds me of the NY style pizza places I used to go to as a kid. A winning model that feels right out of the 80s. Pizza is pretty dang good. I know taste in pizza is highly subjective to individual taste. But they have good pies and their pizza by the slice is excellent. read more

My husband has been raving about Giovanni's for a while now, today I finally got to try it. I got me a supreme pizza w a large salad and he got a cheese pizza. Holy smokes! This is the best pizza I've had in decades. I cannot have pizza from any other place ever again. We drove half an hour to get there and it was well worth it. Their pizza is perfection. I have no words. The salad is your regular pizzeria salad, but the lettuce isn't wilted or pink, it's green and crisp. Fresh tomatoes, olives, and peppers. You can tell this place cares for the quality of their ingredients all around. The supreme pizza is perfectly balanced with all the toppings, the crust, the sauce. I give this place 10 stars and will absolutely be going back for more. Most importantly, the place is clean. We took our order to go but I would definitely eat there next time. read more

It looks like the owner passed away :(. We were coming for our yearly visit and there is just a bunch of flowers and RIP signs. How very sad! I just looked up the news and he was murdered during a robbery :(. My heart goes out to his family and the community. read more

I'm a total fan of NY style pizza, so when I relocated to Albuquerque it was only a matter of time before I NEEDED to check out  Giovanni's Pizzeria.  Apparently it's appeared on national "Top 100" pizza lists multiple times. The venue is small, so more often than not you're going to have to wait for a table; the tables have red-checkered table cloths, much like you might find in NY's Little Italy.  The neighborhood Giovanni's is in isn't particularly upscale, but that only adds to the Big Apple back alley vibe :-) Enough about the venue, let's talk about the pizza!  The crust stands up to the toppings and sauce really well, so that individual slices will easily pass the "folding test".  The crust is also unquestionably NY style; it's thin and shaped exactly the way NY pizza is supposed to be shaped.    The sauce is zesty without being too spicy, and the toppings are fresh, tasty, and generously allocated. Bottom line: They really do NY-style pizza right here; if you close your eyes and take a bite you'll be transported to a very happy place while your mouth experiences a symphony of flavors that's usually reserved for locales East of the Hudson River :-) read more

Giovanni's Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

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I'm glad there to participate in a piece of childhood memory for a great Pizza place. I have had NY style and Italian while stationed with the 173D. This is the best ever. Iman gave me my slice while sitting in my truck waiting for the rest. Great conversation. Will always come back. read more

Giovanni's Pizzeria - Simple. Make it your own! - Pizza Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

I always drove by this place and finally decided to give it a try! The atmosphere was so cozy on a rainy day! I just didn't try their pizza - which I think would be the highlight of something that I feel like would make this post better - but I tried the wings and spaghetti. They were both good and comforting but not like omg good, like this is something I would make for myself at home good. Not fancy, not exciting but comforting. I definitely want to go back for their wings and maybe one day I'll try the pizza :) read more

I've been in ABQ for over 4 years and didn't realize this was so close to Kirtland. The food is excellent with a great menu. Everything you'd expect from a NY pizza place. Service is great and very quick during lunch. I like the NY vibe as well, you will not be disappointed!! read more

Decent pizza. We should've tried something different lol. Lasagne was good, needed a little seasoning. Breadsticks, weren't that good. They had no taste and were flat. It was fast service and friendly. Would give another try if back in ABQ. read more

This is by far the best pizza in Albuquerque! I recommend the supreme with Pepperoni, Mushrooms, Bell Peppers, Olives, Green Chile, Sausage & Onion. It's always fast and it never disappoints! read more

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It looked awesome and smelled great! Unfortunately it wasn't nearly as good as it looked. It just lacked a super zippy something. It wasn't bad mind you. Certainly it was better than any of the chains, but from the way it looked and smelled I had high hopes that just weren't quite met. read more

Giovanni's Pizzeria - Meat lovers. - Pizza Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

Plainly put, Giovanni's Pizza is supreme! Try it out you won't regret it! Hot quick and tasty! A+++++++++ read more

I ordered a 15" sausage and mushroom pie for pick up. They said it would be 45 mins. I was like damn they must be busy. The place was pretty busy when I showed up to pick it up. Several large parties and a bunch of people at the counter waiting for pick up orders. It took a while. Anyhow, I finally got my order. The pizza was well cooked and had a lot of toppings. The sauce was better than most. It seemed like the cheese was a mix that may have include cheddar; which is unusual for me. All in all it was a good pie. The crust was just ok. It was supple enough to handle "the fold" but just barely. The crust wasn't chewy or crispy , but somewhere in the middle closer to crispy. I would order from them again but will continue my search for good pizza in ABQ. read more

Giovanni's Pizzeria - 15" sausage and mushroom pie - Pizza Near Me - Albuquerque, New Mexico

the dough here is magic and they don't get skimpy with the toppings like most pizza places i've gone to lately. i'm not an east coaster but tiny birds tell me if i were this is where i would get my pizza from and i all ready am so i guess it all works out. order garlic and green chile as a topping i dare yaz. it's friggin delicious. read more