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Helen's Pizza

3.2 (214 reviews)
InexpensivePizza, Italian
Open • 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Julia L.

White pizza's mozzarella cheese was not good, no cheese pull whatsoever and the quality just seemed bad. The ricotta parts were good though. Pepperoni pizza was not cheesy enough. Flavor was lacking overall. Pizza came out pretty fast, but one of the employees kept messing up how to ring up our order. Inside was sorta greasy, fast food vibes.

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Victoria P.

So on my last visit, we had a little incident. Out of loyalty, I'm not gonna drop a star. Why? Because my family has been eating here since 1969 and this was only ONE incident out of 52 years. But, I am gonna say what happened to make you future patrons more aware to pay attention to the prices when they're ringing you up. Long story short, girl at the register tried to over charge me THEN argued with me about why she was over charging me by claiming: 1) The Menu was old (lie) 2) It was higher because of the tax (lie) 3) An extra credit card charge (lie) One of her Coworkers came over and helped her out on the register. He rang me up correctly. So I'm guessing the girl is new? The owner came over to check what was going on and I told him straight out she was trying to over charge me. He apologized. She, however, did not apologize. She tried to argue with me when she was the one who made the error. Then, she started talking about me in Spanish to her coworker as if I didn't understand her. So! Be mindful of the prices when you order because you may be overcharged, which personally I don't think is okay. Did I mention my family has been eating at Helen's since 1969? 52 years! I'm happy to say Helen's is still serving delicious food. Seems Italian, but the family is Greek! Highly recommend trying the other items on their menu! Pizza is good, but you gotta try the other items as well! The food...still delicious! 52 years in my family and they're still consistent! A staple pizzeria in the heart of JC. I'm glad they're still around :) I will always hit up Helen's whenever I visit JC.

Brian R.

I attempted to get food here. I was at the counter for a couple minutes but was ignored by all the employees. So I very loudly said "is there anybody that can help me" and they still continued to ignore me. I'm really not sure why. I think that if you are the person that makes the pizza, it doesn't hurt to say things like "you can order over there", and if you are the person who takes the order but are busy, you can say things like "I'll be right with you". I'm not sure how a customer can walk into a business and their presence not be acknowledged. I don't like to write reviews like this but Helen's Pizza deserves 0 stars for ignoring me the way they did.

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Todd F.

This is a place I frequented back in High School. This place has always been good. It has some of the best pizza I've had from that area in Downtown Jersey City. This time I ordered sweet potato fries and a Buffalo chicken pizza and it's was average at best. It surely wasn't their best work. I'll try again another time to see if there is an improvement.

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Ricardo T.

Ordered our usual grilled chicken and broccoli pie from Helen's since we were in the hood. Called ahead for pick up. Located on part of the Newark Avenue strip closed off to cars which makes it extremely difficult to find parking. Parked and walked several blocks to pick up the pie. The pie itself is well presented. The ratio of toppings was good. The grilled chicken had an unrecognizable taste almost like a hint of bbq. The crust was crunchy and a little doughy. The bottom was nice and dry (a wet center of pie is the worst). Overall it was ok but expect a little more for my pizza dinner. I would stop in for a slice if in the neighborhood but would not make a special trip to dine there due to the traffic and difficulty with parking.

Mony K.

Stopped by for a few slices. The pizza was a bit on the expensive side at 4.5/slice but I suppose that's expected these days. The slice had good texture but was overly salty. Every bite made my brain hesitant to take another bite. Weird pizza eating experience. Service was reasonable for a pizzeria.

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Absolutely delicious for a fast food place . Food it's pretty amazing so anything you order it's pretty good . Service and people are great

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Pizza is good, not the thinnest crust. Grilled chicken in garlic/olive oil with broccoli is good. Good service. Value is good for the price.

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How you do this bad pizza in the capital of pizza? Service was self and ok. Location is central and easy to reach.

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Razza

Razza

4.2(1.6k reviews)
0.2 mi
•$$

Razza is easily one of my favorite pizza spots in Jersey City, and it's the kind of place that…read morereminds you how exceptional a simple pizza can be when it's made with quality ingredients and attention to detail. We tried several pizzas, including the Santo, Calabrese, and Di Natale, and each one was delicious in its own way. What really stood out was the crust - beautifully blistered, light, airy, and perfectly charred, with just the right amount of chew. The Santo was rich and flavorful with its sausage and chili oil, while the Calabrese had a wonderful combination of creamy cheeses and a subtle kick of heat. The Di Natale was particularly interesting, with a unique combination of ingredients that worked surprisingly well together. You can really appreciate the care that goes into making each pizza. We also ordered the Salumi Misti, which was a lovely assortment of Italian cured meats and a great way to start the meal. Dessert was just as enjoyable! The Panna Cotta was smooth and creamy, with a delicious salted caramel topping, while the Olive Oil Cake was a wonderful way to end the evening. Both were beautifully presented and complemented the meal perfectly. What made the experience even more special was the hospitality. We were celebrating a special occasion, and the Razza team surprised us with a handwritten note acknowledging our celebration. It was such a thoughtful and personal gesture that made us feel genuinely welcomed and appreciated. Between the exceptional pizzas, delicious desserts, warm atmosphere, and thoughtful service, Razza delivered a memorable dining experience. It's easy to understand why this place has earned such a wonderful reputation. Definitely one of the best pizza experiences I've had, and a restaurant I'd happily return to again and again.

Make reservations but definitely worth it…read more Pizzas are exceptional pepperoni, Calabria, pepper pizza, Santo. Tiramisu delicious. A must. Service is fantastic.

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Razza - BREAD, BUTTER, & CAVIAR

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Laico's - Cannoli

Laico's

4.2(342 reviews)
2.9 mi
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You will get in a car & drive what seems an unreasonable distance- through a marsh, through a…read moregraveyard on both sides of the road with views of Lower Manhattan. Suddenly you'll arrive in a neighborhood, second-guessing the address. Which is correct. Laico's is in that class of restaurants that exist unto themselves, in a neighborhood rather than a typical city district, with the look and feel of a home. The kind of place you go to really understand where you are. The salad is charming, the bread a little stale. The eggplant parm fills the entire plate in 3 layers, an excellent rendition. The accompanying linguine plays nicely. Great service. The chicken piccata is also perfectly executed. We dined nearly alone in the back (save for a local, possibly family, table). On leaving another couple in front remarked "oh, so we're not the only ones here." It might seem dodgy to get to; you might have second thoughts when you walk in to find it pretty empty. Stick with it- you won't be disappointed.

I discovered Laico's from several news articles about the "best Chicken Parm in North Jersey". It's…read morea true, "old school" red sauce type of place, nestled in a neighborhood. The parking situation is a bit challenging but luckily my family was able to find parking on the street nearby. When you walk inside, there is a long bar with seating and a few tables/booths. There is a back part of the restaurant which is where my family and I were seated. Service was attentive and prompt. To start, we ordered stuffed mushrooms and calamari for the table. For my main course, I ordered Chicken Parmigiana which came with salad. The dressing made the salad a little soggy. The chicken was very tender and the sauce had great flavor. For dessert, I had the pistachio gelato which was so delicious and creamy. Overall, I enjoyed my meal and would make a trip back to try out some of their other dishes. Calamari: 4/5 Stuffed Mushrooms: 4/5 Chicken Parmigiana: 4/5 Pistachio Gelato: 5/5

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Matthew's Italian Restaurant - Zuppa di mussels

Matthew's Italian Restaurant

4.5(734 reviews)
10.2 mi
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In my adult years, I've developed a real affinity for classic, old school Italian restaurants,…read moreespecially the kind of places that have been around forever, have stories in the walls, and maybe, just maybe, had a little mob following back in the day. There's just something about them that you can't recreate. Yesterday, my buddies and I were supposed to hit The Belmont Tavern, but they were closed for the week. Rather than scrap the plan, we pivoted to Matthew's Italian Restaurant at the suggestion of one of the guys in the crew. What a great find. We were pleasantly surprised that an old school spot like this had somehow escaped us all these years. The atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for, the staff was awesome, and most importantly, the food delivered. We came out swinging with Clams Oreganata, Meatballs, Stuffed Mushrooms, Mozzarella Carrozza, and two different types of Ravioli. Needless to say, the table filled up pretty quickly. For dinner, most of the crew went with either the Veal Parm or Chicken Parm. A nice touch is that they'll do the parm with vodka sauce if you want to switch things up. I went with the steak special and had absolutely no regrets. Dessert was on point too, but I'll leave a little something to your imagination. Great food, great service, great old school atmosphere, and exactly the kind of Italian restaurant I'm always looking to discover. Matthew's is officially on our list now. We'll definitely be back soon.

The food here was so delicious. The portions were so large and delicious. Very good Caesar salad…read more The service was good and the ambiance was incredibly cute.

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Matthew's Italian Restaurant - Seating area

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Sole Almondine - amazing !!

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IL Tavolo di’ Palmisano - Chocolate cake

IL Tavolo di’ Palmisano

4.3(285 reviews)
1.8 mi
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Today we were craving some rigatoni pasta and to my surprise, not alot of places are open for…read moredinner here on Monday. But this place was and it looked great so I was so excited to try! First impression of the restaurant, there is a lot of seating and everyone was nice! We didn't know we came for happy hour so that was a happy surprise, we ended up ordering the shrimp app on the happy hour menu and it was DELICIOUS, then we got the spicy rigatoni with grilled and breaded chicken. Also AMAZING! Talk about huge portions, honestly we should have shared (rookie mistake on our part) but the portions for the money is such a good deal. We had a lot of left overs we can't wait to eat this week! We will for sure be back to try everything else on the menu.

My in-laws were coming into town for Father's Day and because it was super last minute, my pickings…read morewere quite slim for Friday night dinner with reservations for 6 people in Jersey City. My friend who lives in Hoboken gave me a few options for Italian restaurants and Il Taviola took reservations, had space for us, and had a very good menu at decent prices. I had thought I had never been to Il Taviola before. But the moment I stepped into the restaurant, I was like, well, actually I have been here before and I just straight up forgot. Woops. Well, it was a pleasant surprise to be back and I actually had an even better time this time than last time. I had the spicy chicken parm with rigatoni and wow, it was actually quite spicy. It was really good, but super spicy! My SFIL absolutely loved it though and killed the rest of my dish that I couldn't finish. Most of the group had the lamb ragu orecchiette and thought it was quite good. Both burrata appetizers were really good and thoroughly liked by the table. Service was attentive and we were never rushed. I really enjoyed that the restaurant wasn't super crowded. There were other tables but they were far away enough that we didn't feel like we were on top of each other.

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IL Tavolo di’ Palmisano - Bar Area

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IL Tavolo di’ Palmisano - Entrance and hostess desk on right Bar area on the left

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Corto

Corto

4.2(372 reviews)
1.7 mi
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This is BYOB! Date…read morenight never disappoints... My husband and I ordered everything that was recommended, and we were so glad we did! I tend to eat on the lighter side, so I was pleasantly surprised by how filling everything was. I enjoyed every bite! The toast with wild honey gave the ricotta such a lovely, creamy flavor. The Angry Chicken was incredibly tender--the meat practically slid right off the bone, with no effort needed to separate it. The pasta was absolutely fresh and perfectly cooked. It wasn't overcooked at all, which made such a difference. For dessert, the cake had just the right amount of chocolate without being too rich, and it paired beautifully with the chocolate frosting on top. The frosting was where most of the sweetness came through, and honestly, I just wish there had been more of it on the cake! Overall, everything was delicious, thoughtfully prepared, and incredibly satisfying. We enjoyed every dish!

Fun and popular local neighborhood spot in Jersey City. Though parking is a bit of a pain in the…read morearea the food and warm, welcoming atmosphere make it worth the hassle. While the inside of the restaurant isn't large (note they have a larger back patio area as well) it's cozy and parties of two may share a larger, communal table which can be a nice way to make friends should you choose. As others have noted it's a BYOB place with a convenient local wine-shop just a minute or two nearby. The menu changes regularly though we got many of the classics that have stayed on the menu (only missing the Angry Chicken which we'll get next time). The pastas were delicious though I wish the rigatoni was a bit saucier and really enjoyed the ravioli which had a lighter, mid-summer flavor with some pine-nuts for extra texture. The ricotta bread and honey was tasty though a large portion for two people and we felt that the standout was the halibut. My only complaint is the 3% mandatory card-processing fee (which at least is prominently displayed). Please also note that this restaurant calculates tips based on the total, not pre-tax amount and the waiter tends to hover while you swipe your card which can feel a bit overbearing.

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Corto - Ambience

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Corto - Ricotta and Honey Toast

Ricotta and Honey Toast

Corto - Ricotta and Honey Toast

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Helen's Pizza - pizza - Updated October 2026

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