My fiancée and I had this place in our bucket list to try. Trying new pizza joints is our thing. This place is very small and has very limited seating so get here early or come here on a weekday. They do not take reservations, they have a walk up window to order slices, drinks, pickup, and they offer take out (do not deliver). So the inside is bar style with very few tables. I love the divey feel to this place. All pizzas are New York Style, offered by the slice, 12 inch and 18 inch, specialty pizzas and build your own. Only dietary restrictions is the cauliflower crust but not gluten free. The menu is simple which offers one appetizer (meatball), salads, dessert which is soft serve ice cream and homemade chocolate chip cookies. The drink menu is also simple. Craft beer, a couple of beers on tap, specialty cocktails and wine. We ordered: Drinks: -Cappone chianti, tuscany, italy -Willajory pinot noir, willamette valley, oregon -Other Half Brewing Forever Ever hazy double dry hopped IPA Dinner: 18" inch build your own pizza (sausage & mushrooms. There was a wait for our pizza since we dined in on a Friday night. They were slammed. It was worth it! The pizza was dead on New York style with great flavor. When the crust doesn't need dipping sauce and taste good alone, you know they've done their job right. Amazing! Paired really well with my wines. Even my fiancée enjoyed his slices with his beer. Even though they were super busy, we received great service. What an awesome experience. I can definitely see ourselves coming back and doing carry out. This place rocks! read more

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service was fast and friendly, salad came out quickly and was amazing! i love the croutons, the pizza took quite a while and was a little slow to come out and was also not "hot" was able to immediately take a bit which was surprising. it also didnt have a great under carriage, flopped over and half ingredients fell off before i could take the first bite, sadly disappointing. not sure if i had high expectations or this was a rare instance but i wasnt very impressed. although the service was great and the ambiance was pleasant the food just wasnt that great. the mini ice cream was a great addition to finish off the meal though. update: after posting this review, the owner personally reached out to apologize for the experience, refunded our meal, and invited us back. I genuinely appreciate that level of customer service and accountability. while my original experience wasn't what I had hoped for, the response from ownership was exceptional and shows they care about guest feedback. read more

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I ordered pick-up from here last week. We got a build your own with mushrooms, onions, black olives, and pepperoni on top. They were super easy to order from which was really great. The pizza was hot and ready when we picked it up and was ready in about 1.5 hours. It was a bit long but understandable for a weekend night. All that to say, it was delicious! The pizza was cheesy and flavorful, and the crust was soo perfect. I can't wait to go in person next time and get more from their large menu. read more

We went for lunch on a weekday and sat at the bar. I loved it in there. We got some drinks (negroni, old fashioned and lemonflower) and they were all very good. The burrata pizza was AMAZING. Their crust is delicious. The staff provided great service! read more

We had a great experience at Guardia and it's now our new favorite pizza spot! The pizza is very delicious, dough is fluffy and the pizza was cooked perfectly. Highly recommend the New New York pizza and Hot Honey Pepperoni pizza. The staff and management are very friendly and welcoming. I can't wait to go back and try more from their menu! read more

Guardia Pizza and Bar - Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Guardia is a New York-style pizza spot in Mt. Lookout with hand-tossed slices, pies, and even soft-serve. We got half burrata and half hot honey and both were delicious, especially dipped in their ranch. Chill, Brooklyn-inspired vibes and great pizza. Definitely worth stopping by for a slice! The restaurant is small inside with limited seating so just be mindful of that. Service was also great and very helpful. read more

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One of my favorite pizza places in the city. Super crispy thin crust pizza that has a great ratio of cheese/sauce/dough! The NY pizza is a classic and my personal favorite. read more

Glad I'm finally getting around to reviewing this place. We've been grabbing slices and to-go pizzas from here for a while but today was the first time dining in. It's a small place! Plenty of bar seating about 3.5 tables in the back. I believe it's first come first serve. Service was great! Employees are super friendly and chill. We had the chicken bacon ranch pizza, which has pretty much become our favorite. The balance of flavors from the bacon to the ranch is amazingly good. They do it well. We've had the burrata too and I like that one a lot. Parking is not plentiful in the square so you may need to hunt around. Don't forget that there is a lot of parking next to and behind the CVS across the street! read more

I have had Guardia pizza and bar on my bucket list of places to try for a little while now. I am excited that I was finally able to and that it lived up to my hopes and expectations. I ordered a large burrata pizza for carryout. I knew it was going to be big, but I was actually shocked when I picked up the pizza just how large the box was. It was so big, in fact, that I was able to wrap a few pieces up and freeze them for later. The pizza was really tasty and I would gobble it up again in a heartbeat. I also ordered a side of ranch, which was a dollar for a small cup, but it was clearly homemade and really did add to the meal. The staff were really kind! Parking can be a little tricky because Mount Lookout Square tends to be high traffic. However, I parked in the parking lot in the center of the Square on a Wednesday early evening, and had no issues. read more

Delicious! Pizza is fantastic but the cookies might be better. Imagine a hard crusted cookie with an underbaked/soft middle. Espresso martinis are always 10/10 as well. Tastes just like a soft espresso shot. Food and drinks came out super fast and they invited us inside when it started raining. Ambiance is quant and homy. 10/10! read more

Guardia Pizza and Bar - Homemade chocolate chip cookies and espresso martini - Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Any time a new New York style pizza place opens up in our area, you know my fiancee and I are gonna check it out. Especially with this one being so close to our home we definitely had to go. Of course, we really enjoyed it all; the food, the libations, the service, and even the divy kinda feel to it. This spot is on the small side too, with just a few tables and bar area seating, so go early if you don't wanna wait. Their menu isn't huge, with pizza as the main attraction, but they also have salads and desserts (save room for their soft serve ice cream). They also have a window where you can get pizza by the slice or a tasty dessert to go. My lady and I started with a couple drinks; Cappone chianti for her, Other Half Forever Ever IPA for me. For our pizza, we ordered an 18" with sausage and mushrooms. Even though they were busy, we didn't wait long at all, and the pizza was truly delicious. This is NY style done RIGHT! And yep, I had another Forever Ever IPA while my lady had a Willajory Pinot Noir as we had more pizza. We'll absolutely be coming here again! read more

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This new spot from the crowd pleasers that brought you Delwood and Parkside is going to shake things up in the pizza rankings. Perfectly crispy crust, but still a foldable, delicious thin pizza. A carefully selected small list of beers. Soft serve. Carry out window. This small spot (they say there are only 22 seats) is going to attract a big crowd. Put your name on the list and grab a cocktail around Mt. Lookout while you wait. It will be worth it! read more

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Maybe I'm bias but everything the Delwood and Parkside teams touch is just perfection! But really you have to go and check out Guardia, because you won't be disappointed. It's a smaller location so there are limit seats, but lucky for us takeout and orders by the slice are all options. We lucked out and got a table! Then grabbed drinks, since they have a full bar. From there we went in for the Guardia Salad as a starter and ordered a half Buratta and half pepperoni pizza. Let's just say we almost cleaned our plates of everything, but the burratta was just *chefs kiss!!!! Then with the little room we had left we finished our night with a little soft serve ice cream. This place is added in our rotation of favorite spots! read more

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Been to Guardia quite a few times and Love the pizza and atmosphere. This time we made the decision to also order the chocolate chip cookie and it did not disappoint. I would recommend grabbing some awesome pizza a cold beer and a cookie for after or before. read more

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Quality ingredients, light and airy crust, and cooked with a slight crunch and a light char. Excellent! Highly recommend! read more

Guardia Pizza and Bar - New York New York Pizza - Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Incredible! The pizza crust is impeccable, super thin but able to hold its structure when folded. Service was above and beyond. The "worth it" factor is a 10/10. The size of the slices was generous. The pizza came out fresh and hot. The perfect way to end the meal is with their soft serve. This will definitely be a regular on our rotation! read more

Been searching for a great pizza spot in Cincy for a while and this is it! Grabbed a to go order on a busy Friday night with no problems. Convenient pickup window right on the outside of the building, inside looked very cool too. Pizza was great. Classic New York style, thin and crispy. Hot honey pepp was my favorite. Will definitely be back! read more

Guardia Pizza and Bar - Half New York Half hot honey pepperoni - Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

OMG. First time here amazing service by Mia and Zoey and everyone there. Thanks you Charlie for the call ahead seating. Did half the works and half hot pepperoni. And a Caesar salad with ,,,,thank you anchovies!Took the cookies to go. My friends loved the NY IPA on draft. The pizza was delicious. Small place but good bar area. We will be back. read more

They did their research for the pizza and it shows. The crust is light and airy but holds up. The ranch is amazing, everything is fresh and you can watch them cook right in front of you. Service was friendly and fast. Chill vibes overall, small inside but it gives you that old school slice shop vibe. I would say the pizza is an 8.1 out of 10 for flavor. We will be back! read more

Guardia Pizza and Bar - Half chicken bacon ranch and Buratta - 12 inch - Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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If you're looking to get a chicken bacon ranch pizza, Guardia is the place to go. I went to Guardia twice now I got in there. I felt like I was in Manhattan. I sat down. I got a peroni I felt like I was Tony soprano drinking that beer. The servers are great. The pizza is top-tier. The meatball was spectacular. Tony soprano would've fallen on the ground. The chocolate chip cookies were so good. I had to come back later with my buddies to try it again. read more

Guardia Pizza and Bar - Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Pizza is amazing. I've always loved DelWood for their burgers and yuka fries and this place is fantastic as well. read more

Guardia Pizza and Bar - Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

You already know this place is amazing when you hear it's from the same owners as Delwood and Parkside! We've tried the Burrata, Hot Honey Pepp, and Chicken Bacon Ranch pizzas and they've all been delicious. We love a good NY style pizza and this place hits the mark! I find myself craving their pizza multiple times a week :P read more

New favorite pizza spot! We got carry out from Guardia and it exceeded our expectations. The chopped salad was fantastic - perfectly cut - and a great side to the pizza. I'm not sure if we would dine in due to how small the inside is but we'll definitely be back. read more

Guardia Pizza and Bar - Burrata Pizza - Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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The crew from Delwood and Parkside have another hit! We sat at the bar and loved watching the hustle in this tiny spot. The pizza was fantastic and I can't wait to try the ice cream. read more

They did their research on what makes a great New York style slice, and they hit it out of the park. Pizza is crafted with passion and you can taste the quality ingredients. The friendliness of the staff is top notch, and treat each customer like royalty read more

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Service is the best in town. Cozy ambience and great pizza. One of the best spots for pizza in Cincinnati

Exceptional pizza and Caesar salad. Very small for dine in, cozy and everyone from service staff to other diners were so nice and inviting. Of course the pizza is great. Was not prepared for how great the Caesar salad was. Defiantly a must try. read more

I had this for the 1st time today and I have to say I will be back. It reminds me of pizza on the east coast and is the best I have had here in Cincinnati by far. Outstanding service and very friendly staff also. I tried 7 different kinds and 1 is better than the next. Thank you Guardia, and continue making great pizza! Portnoy's 7.8 is not accurate, it's much higher. read more

Good pizza, good drinks, good service. Ownership never misses. Thin, crisp crust and great seating over the bar and pizza making area. Looking forward to the next visit! read more

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Everything was amazing - arugula salad, meatballs, burrata pizza may have been the best I've ever had!

Thought I was in NYC! Delicious!!! We carried out. Pizza was ready exactly when they said it would be. Love the atmosphere. Looking forward to dining in. read more

The best pizza in Cincinnati. Owned by the same owners as Delwood and Parkside, Guardia is in the square of Mt. Lookout right enxt to Delwood. This very small, and quaint bar (all seating is at the bar, or they have 2 or 3 small tables in the back) is home to amazing staff that work so well together int he small space, pizza by the pie or pizza by the slice, fresh salads that can be split into 2, and meatballs by the ball haha! I love that you can just go here and order just a slice of pizza, maybe hang out for a little bit, and if you are a little hungry later you can just order a quick meatball. Everything comes out freshly made, and quick! read more

The pizza was excellent service was great and the deep fried pepparoni was great. The atmosphere was comfortable all in all they did a great job Ty read more

My sister in law and I went to Guardia pizza Bar last Friday. It was the first time we've both been there . Place is not very big but the food and service make up for it. We both had pizza and my sister-in-law also had a salad. It is located in Mount Lookout Square. When you go in there is only three or four tables toward the back of the restaurant to sit. We were the only ones using the tables on Friday. it is worth going to. The pizza was delicious. Will be going back. It is not also located right next to Dellwood restaurant. read more

pizza - it's a 2.50 slice they're charging 4.50 for. How can you call this a New York style pie. I had 5 pieces of pepperoni on my slice!! I need more pepperoni cups. Please for the love of god. Any shop worth their salt in NY is gonna give you more cups than that. It's a simulacrum of what a pepperoni pie should be. Ambiance is fine. Gonna be cramped if you're dining in however there were 6 of us. So take that with a grain of salt. Service was great though and so was the soft serve :) read more

Had to try it out because Delwood is such a favorite. We ordered at the pickup window, a slice of New New York. It took a lot longer than we expected, it was like they made the slice to order. But it was really good. Great crispy and chewiness to the crust. Really cool addition to Mt. Lookout. read more

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Wonderful ambient atmosphere, great people, the servers were amazing. It's a very small establishment, so you may have to wait. There is a slice window in front. Now for the pizza... Finally we have NYC pizza in Ohio!!! It was delicious! Probably the best I've had. If you're used to the chain "pizzarias" this will be a big change. But it's a good one! Definitely going back. Oh, and they have soft serve ice cream! read more

This is the best pizza in Cincinnati, and dare I say it's not really close. Well done folks. This is elite. Highly, highly recommend this joint if you like REAL New York pizza. read more

Let's talk customer service, I'd give the owner 10 stars if Yelp would let me. My husband came last Friday to pick up our online order. One of our pizzas was wrong, not a big deal but it was for our kids and they wouldn't have eaten the wrong one. The owner was SOOO nice to my husband about it! They remade the pizza in a hurry, let us keep the wrong one, AND gifted my husband a gift card for next time! Customers for life! We will always eat here. It's so much better than when it was a Lucy blues walk up window back in the day. The pizza was so good, absolutely incredible! Our toddler requested a famous chocolate chip cookie, we will be back soon for it! Thank you for the EXCELLENT customer service, I absolutely never see it anymore!!! read more

Very impressed by guardia pizza and bar! We got the arugula salad which was so fresh. The New York pizza was perfect. Cooked perfectly and simple yet flavorful. Definitely recommend this place can't wait to go back! read more