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La Bella Express

3.4 (84 reviews)
InexpensivePizza, Italian
Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated over 3 months ago

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Good for kids
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Grandma Slice
Samantha T.

One of my favorite grandma slices warmed up EXTRA HOT when I'm back in Brooklyn. The guys aka the Boi's are always kind and make me feel at home. If you're around the area that is a slice to try.

La bella pizzeria  Mushroom and onion pie

Consistently great pizza and hot dishes!! And super-friendly staff. They also keep the prices real!!

Vegetarian Pizza
Ling C.

When you come here, you have to order the Caesar salad pizza. I know it's an atrocity. Salad on a pizza? It's my favorite item on their menu. They don't skimp on the grilled chicken. For $3.75, it's a very filling meal. This pizzeria still have that special deal. If you order 2 slices, it comes with a cup of soda.

Margherita Pizza 5 Pieces Garlic Knots
Bellody C.

Not good. I'm surprised it had a pretty good rating on yelp. The garlic knots lacked flavor. The margarita pizza was flavorful after a while, when u come CLOSE to the crust. It was very bready (after eating two slices and one garlic knot, my jaw is very tired) and not crunchy, definitely not new york pizza at all. I honestly wasn't complaining at all until I ate the garlic knots which felt like I was eating the pizza again (minus the flavor). I don't think that garlic knots and pizza should even be the same texture. I ordered a small, but it was bigger than I expected a size small to be which was good. The only thing that was good was the flavor (when there is any) for the pizza and how items here were inexpensive. I wouldn't really come here again.

Ceasar pizza
Aliakbar A.

Not sure what happened here. Plain pizza used to be really good. Now it tastes "just fine". Looks like they have changed the sauce and use different brand now. But I still like their bbq chicken. Ceasar pizza had too much ceasar dressing in my opinion. They offer a free soda for orders over $25. I usually order 3-4 pies which comes to $60. And i used to get two sodas. This time they said I can get only one. It was a bummer and not a big deal. Just wanted to share my experience.

Pasta and calamari- large portions
Mimi N.

This review is purely for the pasta ordered + appetizer. Came here for a quick dinner and ended up waiting for quite a bit of time for two simple dishes: the pasta and calamari. Overall, the food was alright. Portions are huge!! So I highly recommend splitting these dishes unless you got a huge appetite. The calamari was crunchy but was slightly bland when paired with the tomato like sauce. As for the pasta, we ordered the pasta melenzana which was a mix of fresh eggplants, mushrooms, tomato and basil sauce with some ricotta cheese. The pasta itself was very rich in flavor however, it was also pretty oily and greasy and was too salty. Plus, I couldn't taste much of the eggplants due to the overpowering sauce. You do get a side of bread with your meal. One thing I wish I could have tried was the pizza. There were many different options and most looks like it's the deep dish style. If you want more options to pick for food, make sure to check out the menu! This place does offer catering, delivery and such, so you do have various ways to eat here. Prices are good for the amount of food you get and the staff is friendly.

Sicilian pie
Kevin E.

Very average pizzeria but it's close by so I would consider it my go-to. The pizza here is definitely no L&B but it is not bad at all. I like to order the Sicilian pie because it's really cheap and filling! The only downside is that sometimes the cheese separates from the pizza! They're supposed to meld together into one! I've also tried some of their specialty slices and calzones and they were also pretty good. Staff is pretty friendly too and the place is clean. All in all, a great place to grab a bite if you're hungry!

Grandma Pie, Medium, 8 Slices ($15)
Amanda C.

I'm really torn between a 3 and a 4, but I'll go with the higher score since the former wouldn't do it justice. I was craving Grandma Pizza so I decided to go with La Bella Express after scrolling Yelp; their Grandma Pie ($15 for a medium pie, 8 slices) looked amazing in pictures and they offered free delivery with only a $10 minimum. Voila!, best of both worlds. It took them an hour to deliver one pie... I live only 0.4 miles away... Not quick, but not terribly slow. Thankfully, the pizza was still warm by the time it got to my house. Aesthetically, it was definitely a winner as all my friends asked me where I got the pizza after I posted it on SnapChat. In terms of taste, I found it just alright; I could've used more cheese and perhaps some fresh basil? My family thought it was great though. Not going to lie, I really appreciated the fact that the crust was crunchy. I hate soggy pizza... With all that said, La Bella Express makes the Grandma Pie pretty fine but when I compare it to my all-time favorite pizza shop on Fort Hamilton (in Brooklyn), it's a tad bit plain.

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Food is wonderful particularly their Antipasto Salad, also their Chicken Parmigiana Heros.

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The worst pizzeria in New York, I waited 40 minutes for my pizza, the room was very stuffy, the dough was raw!

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The guys are always nice. Pizza never disappoints. The chicken roll is by far my favorite thing on the menu. Love this place!!!

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Very friendly staff! Pizza is excellent! Bathrooms are clean! I am from out of town and we came here three times!

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there services is so horrible if you order especially the guy with glasses always has an attitude

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Di Fara Pizza

(4.2k reviews)

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Midwood

Wow. This is a review of Di Fara frozen pizza from Target. More specifically, Di Fara frozen pizza…read morefrom the Target Store in Richfield, Minnesota location. I tried looking up this pizza from Target Richfield for a review, but it sent me to the NYC location, so forgive me if this review is in the wrong thread. Anyway, wow. I've been to New York City and ate at the original Joe's Pizza. What an epic slice of pizza. Now back home in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the great white north of snow that never ends, I finally tried the frozen Di Fara pepperoni pizza from Target no less. Sorry Joe's, but this is on par with your pizza (if it was frozen). Dave Portnoy was right with his high review. This pizza is very good. The thick cut pepperoni, great basil, and the crisp chewy crust was excellent for a frozen pizza. Nice under carriage as well. I cooked the pizza at 480 degrees in an electric pizza oven for 10 minutes, and the result was very good. I added a drizzle of hot honey, and it was spectacular (okay, I also added some fresh picked jalapeños as well). The pizza was hot and melted in the center, and the crust was very crisp, but still had some chew. Wow. This was the best frozen pizza I have had. Bar none. New York, you spoiled me when it came to pizza. Now I can get a taste of New York at home. Great job! I may or may not eat the last 3 pieces currently sitting in the fridge before bed.

Used to come frequently when Dom was alive. Watching him make a pizza was a true art form. He had…read moregrace, discipline, and love. He would pull the pans with his bear hand out of the oven and generously drizzle olive oil from a rustic copper container over every pie. He would then meticulously inspect the dough for bubbles. Then pop back in the oven for the imported olive oil to permeate and create a beautiful glistening coat. And once cooked he would then graciously cut basil on top of the pie. Dom has now passed but his legacy continues. I've always compared the then pie vs now. And like most things,, nothing beats the original. This is still a very good slice. I once rated them as the best in NYC. Unfortunately, its not at the very top but still on the podium. Coming back feels like you are saying hello to an old friend. If you haven't been, you have to try at least once.

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Williamsburg - North Side

I am a huge fan of Ace's Pizza. There aren't many Detroit style pizza shops in NYC but Ace's is one…read moreof my go-to's. I think this is what Detroit pizza should taste like (haven't been to MI) but it's one of my favorite types of pizza besides classic NY or Sicilian. They have a variety of flavors and various sizes including personal to large. The prices are reasonable and portions are filling. I went on a busy Friday night for take out and the host was great. She got me set up and ready within 10 minutes. The shop was busy at 11pm to closing and everyone looked like they were having a good time. It's a bar pizza shop in the heart of Williamsburg. Accepts cash, card and Applepay. Open late! Indoor seating and takeout available. I think outdoor seating is available as well.

Aces Pizza hits that rare sweet spot,great vibes, banger food, and genuinely attentive staff. Big…read moreshout out to Gilian for getting my party sat quickly despite how busy it was. It has become my go-to whether I'm fueling up before a night out or attempting to resurrect myself the day after. The food comes out quick and consistently punches above its weight,easily some of the best in its class. The staff are super friendly and nail that perfect balance between attentive and laid-back, which fits right in with the spot's chill 90s vibe. And do yourself a favor, order the root beer. It comes in a frozen mug and is probably the most uplifting thing you'll ever put in your mouth. Fair warning:,the place gets packed, If you can make a reservation.

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Luigi's is by far a superior top notch slice of pizza. What makes Luigi's great is the staff and…read moreowner who really takes his craft and his passion serious. The owner even stopped to have a chat with me which as busy as it was I'm sure he really didn't have to. All the videos you see online about how great a person he is really is true. Luigi's isn't he biggest place on the block but it's cranking out amazing pizza like a factory still giving it that old school pizza joint vibe. . The regular slice was perfectly crisp with a nice sauce. But that grandma slice was on another level probably the best grandma slice I've ever had that's should mean something growing up in NYC and eating eating pizza all over since I was a kid. If I'm ever in Brooklyn in the area of Luigi's I'm definitely headed back.

Cuisine: 7 Service: 6…read moreDecor: 5 Value: 10 Overall: 7 One of the most famous slices of pizza in all of Brooklyn for many years. On my most recent visit, a whole fresh plain pizza pie for still only $22.75 is insane. Best price for a pie in NYC, not counting all the dollar slice stores since they make shit pizza. We ordered a whole pie half plain and half pepperoni, which is only $2.50 more. What I notice right away is the zesty tomato sauce, which Has love. However, I must admit that the crust was a bit too hard for my taste. Yes! It was crispy, but biting through it was somewhat difficult. Overall a good slice, but maybe the dough was off a bit that day. Regardless, Luigi's Pizza is an institution and I will be back again next time I'm in the area. Hopefully, I get a great slice like the ones I remember from the past.

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L&B Spumoni Gardens

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L&B Spumoni Gardens is sort of a weird version of a Sicilian Pizza, but I absolutely loved it. The…read morecheese is under the sauce here so some bites you are wondering is that cheese or slightly undercooked dough. Just fantastic. Up there with Frank Pepe's, Lucali's and O'Scugnizzo Pizzeria in Utica as my favorite pizza joints. There is heart and soul in this pizza, and history. I could eat this pizza literally 100 times. Is it a 'classic New York slice?' No. Is it absolutely outstanding? Yes.

You want old school NYC Sicilian Pizza? Come here…read more You want fresh Spumoni? Come here. Sometimes you park close, sometimes you don't. You can eat there, go to the park, or take it home. This is where I go when I want these things. No longer living in NY, it's an hour+ trip, but always worth it. Many pizzas do not reheat well due to rubbish cheese- not L&B- pop it in the oven around 400°F, and let it crisp back up! Also- the Spumoni- it keeps at a nice consistency in the freezer, unlike rubbish American ice cream- which gets like a rock. The only other Spumoni I buy is from Corona. They're both phenomenal in their respective rights. When asked by non-NY'ers which pizza is my favourite- this is number one for Sicilian- not heavy at all. The crust is light, airy, and flavourful. The cheese to sauce ratio is perfect- not swimming in greasy cheap cheese. I have the same standards for Neapolitan Pizza. We can discuss that elsewhere. Please never close shop- at least let's celebrate the centenary!

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Roberta's

(3.4k reviews)

$$

East Williamsburg, Bushwick

It's been so long since I went to Roberta's, and its pizza has stood the test of time. The crust is…read moreperfect with a sourdough tang and the tomato sauce has a deep tomato taste. It's a little pricy and they now have fairly basic pizzas on the menu with the options to add various toppings to them. Meat toppings are five bucks and I think the veg ones were 3 dollars it's easy to rack the bill up. I didn't think the add on was worth the cost as I had very little sausage for $5 and the basic pizza was tasty enough already. It used to be hard to get a table but we came midweek at around 1.30 and walked straight in, our server was friendly but we do have to wait a while for the bill. I'm giving it 5 stars because the pizza really is iconic, I'd stop by again when I'm in the neighborhood but probably wouldn't make a special trip out here. PS the pizza here is way better than in the Williamsburg Domino Park branch.

Roberta's has a great setup, especially with its expansive outdoor space. I didn't get to utilize…read moreit, but definitely a spot I'd love to come back to when the weather is warmer. The service was friendly and solid, though nothing particularly standout, and the overall vibe makes it an easy place to settle in before a night out. The food hit the mark. The marinated cucumbers were a great starter and were flavorful with just the right amount of spice, and the seeds added a really nice crunch. The Bee Sting pizza was a perfect balance of sweet and heat, with the honey and chili working really well together. The crust was thin and crispy, and the portion size was just right, satisfying without feeling too heavy. Overall a good experience before a night on the town.

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(110 reviews)

Park Slope

Got a TGTG order here. 11/10 I'd do it again…read more Brooklyn DOP actually originated as a pandemic business where my friend's personal trainer started baking pizzas outside of his Greenwood Heights apartment. When the hype got large enough, the owner decided to start a pizzeria and the rest is not history. This is one of the more worthwhile TGTG orders to me. Their pizza is SOOO perfectly crisp and charred, and actually is one of the closest pizzas that reminds me of the famous originals in Napoli.

Overall 5/5: I am not a pizza person and don't eat dairy but wanted a nostalgic New York slice…read more This place definitely hit the spot. Expensive though, about $55 dollars for a vegan 18-inch Margherita pie with 3 toppings. Was it worth it for the experience? Yes. Would I recommend to someone who wanted to try it at least once for a good dairy-free pizza? Absolutely, I couldn't even tell this was vegan cheese. Would I get it again? Maybe (?) once in a while as a treat with price being the only barrier. Service 5/5: This was great. I came here the other day to inquire about their vegan pizza and just wanted to try a slice. The person found his manager to talk to me about this. They were super friendly and explained to me the situation. This location only sold vegan options in full pies and their other DOP Fast Life location does sell vegan slices, but they didn't try to push me to buy. I came back today and the staff today were also very welcoming. Ambiance 5/5: Rustic red brick interior with warm lighting. It was definitely bustling on a Friday night. Food 5/5: Delicious pizza. I do regret that I ate it cold after driving 30 minutes to pick it up so I did not get the full experience. But the crust was still crunchy. I do wish the toppings were a little heavier but the tomato chunks in the sauce tasted very fresh. A very classic New York style pizza and I couldn't even tell it wasn't real cheese. Vegan garlic knots were great too.

Patsy's Pizzeria

Patsy's Pizzeria

(696 reviews)

$$

Prospect Heights, Park Slope

I have never been to this one until we were unable to get into the recent concert for Tame Impala…read moreand this was a quick stroll from the arena. My daughter and I love Patsy's and if there is any pizza we want to get while in the city, this is a no-brainer. I love how classy and old-world the inside of this place looks. It makes you feel warm in the colder months, and refreshed in the warmer ones. The pizza always arrives still bubbling and with a beautiful undercarriage. They NEVER disappointed us and I would rather spend $200 per person here, than for the overpriced Tame Impala ticket.

Patsy's Pizzeria delivers where it matters most: the food. I stopped in with a party of three…read morearound 430pm. The Margherita pizza was perfect. Fresh mozzarella, a nicely thin crisped crust, sweet tomato sauce, and fresh basil makes this simple pizza taste great. The fried calamari also impressed. It tasted notably fresh--light, clean, and not overly chewy like pre-frozen versions can sometimes be. While I can't say for certain, it had that just-prepared quality that makes a difference. The Caprese salad was a great way to start the meal, with fresh tomatoes, creamy burrata, and a balsamic drizzle was a nice light start. The atmosphere leans old-school Italian, which adds to the charm and character. Service was fine--nothing remarkable, but no major issues either. That said, my overall rating takes a big hit solely for the restaurants ridiculous tipping policy choices rather than the food itself. The automatic 20% gratuity added to the bill was frustrating. The menu does indicate that 18%, will automatically apply, or will be 20% for parties of six or more. We were only three people, so it felt inconsistent and unnecessary. On top of that, the added cost for credit card usage didn't help. I don't mind tipping for good service! In fact, I tip well--but I prefer having the choice and I'm old school so it's the principle of the matter. Being forced into it, takes away from an otherwise enjoyable meal. Bottom line: the food is strong and worth trying, but the billing practices leave a bad taste. If those were adjusted, this could easily be a higher-rated experience.

La Bella Express - pizza - Updated May 2026

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