My favorite little shop on the corner for delicious pizza and friendly staff. And they brought back slices! I love their lunch special , grab a slice and soda for pretty cheap. Delicious. read more

La Pizza - Pizza Near Me - University City, Missouri

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This place is 100% impossible to order a pizza from. I have literally never called them in the evening for a pizza and not been told that they were "out". If you try to call them early afternoon to place an order for the evening, they immediately put you on hold and then the phone will be busy for infinity. Not worth it. read more

It just does not get any better than this! Perfect slice place! I'm sure the salads or calzones are great too but the you want the quintessential NY slice this is the only place in St. Louis and now St Charles to get slice. Paul and Anthony are normally present ensuring top quality, consistency and service. It has all the ambiance that a good pizza shop needs. However, I enjoy looking at the MTA maps to remind me of my east coast heritage. Now the real question, is a plain slice? Or a cheese slice? read more

La Pizza - Table view of counter - Pizza Near Me - University City, Missouri

We had a party of 11 show up unannounced and they were very accomodating! The food was great and did not disappoint my experience lookin for NY style pizza! I will certainly be back for more, even though it was 2 plus hours away from my house. thank you to the very patient staff!! read more

Pizza was amazing. Authentic New York style. Massive. Great ingredients. Totally authentic. A little pricey but still excellent.

Hands down my favorite pizza in St. louis! LaPizza is a small spot that packs a punch. Hardly any seating inside, but that doesn't matter. It's that good. I'm a fan of the plain cheese pizza. Perfect sauce to cheese ratio, and NY style crust! reminds me of my east coast travels! My boyfriend is a Jersey native and gives this place the stamp of approval! When we come to get our order, the guys working are always very nice! They always ask if we want any parmesan or chili flakes which is thoughtful. Even though this place is 25 min from my house... very worth it! My ONLY problem is they no longer sell slices! That would make lunch stops much easier if you don't want a whole pizza. Love it read more

La Pizza - 18" Cheese Hand Tossed Pizza - Pizza Near Me - University City, Missouri

Great NY style, the closest you'll get in STL and gives off small family vibes. It's meant to be more of a to go spot but they have great lunch specials too. read more

My coworker was telling me about this place this morning. My coworker is from New York so when she told me this tastes like New York Pizza, I was sold and wanted to try this place after work today. I love pizza and have tried several pizza places when I visited New York a while back. I decided to get the 18" Roberto specialty pizza , large garden salad and cheese garlic bread. They were all pretty good. The pizza is not exactly like New York Pizza I had when I was in New York but it is good. I would definitely come back and try a different pizza in the future. read more

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Yeah.....Best pizza in the Lou. The cheese here is just so high quality that it sets a bar above the rest. Yes, Pie Guy & Pizzeria de Gloria are great. But La Pizza has a taste that is different and very similar to a NYC style. I would know, I spent 13 years there lol. Highly recommend eating in store or having a slice in the car before you pull out of the lot. Pizza changes inside a box and this pizza piping hot is the only way to go. Call to schedule a pickup. They always have it ready exactly when you specify. Does take a few calls to get through but persistentce works in this case. read more

La Pizza - a pizza in a pizza box - Pizza Near Me - University City, Missouri

We (party of 4) dined in on a Wednesday night. We called ahead for our order because my husband had a bad experience on a Friday night when he walked in at 5:30 and was told his pizza would not be ready until 8pm. We order two 16" pizzas and a veggie sandwich no cheese for me. We had mixed reviews at our table regarding the pizza. My husband thought the crust was a little soggy and that the quality wasn't as good as he has had in the past. Others loved it. My sandwich was small and didn't come with any sides. The dipping sauce was excellent and made the sandwich. We were the only diners. Apparently, this location does a lot of carry out. Complimentary water in small bottles. Nice touch. read more

Arrived at 6:15. Was told we should have ordered it by phone as it would be 7pm before it would be ready. I said no problem and would be eating there and then he said 7:05pm. At 7:05pm he said the eat in area was closed even though the shop is open until 8pm and we would be out in 15 mins. He could have told me this before I ordered or just allowed us to eat there as it would take no time to clean up after.... The pizza was not as good as it was last year at this time when I was in town. Just ordered a small cheese pie and the it was bland. read more

So I've been told to go to this establishment a few times for good New York style pizza. I decided to finally do it tonight. The only thing I would like to comment on is the customer service. It was 7 o'clock and they told me they were getting ready to close. They don't close until eight then they told me they were out of salads, which I'm sure is just because they put them away and don't wanna get them back out. I arrived at 7:35 and they locked the doors behind me. I have to wonder if the owner knows That they're deterring customers. read more

Customer Service was awesome. And the Calzone was cheesy just how I like it!! Will be back for a whole pizza read more

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My friend is from New York and moved to StL a while back. He highly recommended La Pizza and this place did not disappoint! This was a photo taken dining in before COVID and I wanted to make sure that I still share my love with a place that I miss the most! The crust was cooked to perfection and the toppings blended very well together. I miss this pizza and I hope everyone hears about how great this NYC style pizza place is! read more

La Pizza - Pizza Near Me - University City, Missouri

I really liked this place. The pizza was super good and most important memorable. I love dining at places that make me think about them and look forward to going back. It's very small but super busy. You kind of get the feeling of sitting at your family's pizzeria, I enjoyed their silly banter with each other all the while banging out one pizza after the next. My grandson really liked watching the pizza guy tossing the pizza. Good experience from the moment we entered the door! read more

La Pizza - 16" pepperoni pizza. - Pizza Near Me - University City, Missouri

Best pizza in St Louis! For a NJ/NY transplant like myself, this is the most authentic east cost pizza you're gonna get in this area. Definitely worth it! read more

La Pizza - Pepperoni slices! - Pizza Near Me - University City, Missouri

Having never been to New York, I feel like an imposter evaluating New York style pizza. Folks that should know better than I have told me that this is the best to be had in St. Louis. Having finally tasted the product, I'm inclined to agree. I can't certify the authenticity, but the operators have the proper pedigree and they serve up some tasty pies. Ordered two loaded pizzas to go for a meeting. My taste in pizza was complimented. Service was great. It's not a large establishment, but there is some seating inside. Decor is definitely 'cozy'. read more

I went there cause David Portnoy said it's good. I'm not a Brooklyn pizza lover I think it's ok. This pizza was decent. Nice crispy crust, good sauce . I got the cheese pizza. It's tiny inside, seats like 10 people so most get it to go. It's been there for about 20 years. My only complaint is I walked in off the street to place an order and they seemed like I was bothering them. Looked at me with irritation when I said I'm not picking up then said " well it's gonna take 25 to 30 minutes for your pizza you sure you want to order?" That's a weird question. Anyway it's ok. I won't go back. I like Fortells pizza den, and Monicals pizza more, and of course IMOs. read more

Tried to call in an order Friday night around 5:45pm and they were already sold out! It just made me want to try their pizza even more!!! So I called in an order nice and early for lunch the next day! Got there and the pizza was ready to go. The service was super friendly! We chatted a bit and they told me they get orders 2 or 3 days in advanced for fridays and saturdays! So if you want some pizza friday or saturday night call in nice and early. Onto the pizza. Got a 16" with pepperoni. It was perfect for 2 with some leftovers for lunch the next day! The pizza was pretty darn good!!! The crust, sauce, cheese, pepperoni! Everything was great and a classic slice of pizza. I couldnt ask for more! Glad I got to try this place out before my move!!! Will be enjoying more for lunch soon! read more

La Pizza - Pizza Near Me - University City, Missouri

Probably the best New York style pizza in St Louis that I've discovered so far. Thus making it the best pizza I've had in St Louis so far. Personally I'm not a huge fan of the St. Louis cracker crust pizza so finding this place was great. I really enjoyed the sausage pizza. read more

Make sure you order early so you don't risk them being sold out. 1 pizza is just not enough :) the crust is thick and super crunchy and crisp. What a delicious pie. Make sure to tip generously. Those folks work hard in that tiny place and it's so hot in there. read more

My wife & I did a date day in stl and I haded wanted to try this place since Portnoy reviewed it. We called ahead to place a pickup order, but ended up eating there and glad we did! The 2 guys working behind the counter were so cool to talk to. They gave us the history of the place. It just added to the whole experience. The pizza was as good as any I have had. We would totally recommend this place if you are in the area. read more

Welcome to wonderland. We open but we out of pizza. We open but not taking orders. I'm late! I'm late! No, time for tea. The hours are crazy & no rules are set in stone for us the customers. They treat us the customers like they don't care about selling to us at all. Congratulations you get to order our Pizza. Eat this you will get smaller. Drink that you'll get bigger. Hello, yeah we out of pizza! Bye. But I give five stars & here's why. If you obtain a Pizza it's amazingly good. It's perfectly cooked and hand made. I have pictures to prove. Don't expect the best customer service they definitely won't cuddle you. But if you score a Pizza. Expect to go through the process of not being coddle. You will enjoy this pizza. The Pizza is cheesy, crunchy, meaty and delicious. read more

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Good pizza and locally owned. The only downside is that they have limited capacity, so when you call in an order, you get a time available. I've also had them say they are done taking orders for the night. Very good, you just have to plan ahead. read more

Amazing pizza. But order in The afternoon for Friday nights! When They are done they're done. Salads are good too.

Best pizza I've had since I went to NYC and had pizza in Hell's Kitchen. My dad's side of the family is from New York and still live there so I get my pizza fix whenever I go there. La Pizza reminds me of being right back in New York City. I highly recommend this place and I'll be coming back here soon!! A+++++ read more

True NY style pizza!! These guys are awesome! Right now indoor dining and 'by the slice' aren't available, but who needs one slice? We bought a whole pie and devoured every bit of it, because it's just that good!! Do yourself a solid, and get yo pie! read more

La Pizza - Pepperoni on the left, and sausage on the right with crushed red pepper - Pizza Near Me - University City, Missouri

Yummy pizza ever!!! My friends and I tools a take out here couple of day ago, it was the best!!! Pros: Best NY style pizza Prices are reasonable Flavor are simple and rich We orders cheese veggie with add ons such as jalapeños, onion and spinach. Something amazing with their spinach flavor which was so good in combination with cheese. Must try! Some of my friends had sausage pizza and it had shaved sausage with was pretty different and certainly tasty Don't miss the order of garlic Bread filled with good stuff! Cons: I am huge chicken fan, they did not have chicken pizza They are sooo good that they run out of pretty fast They do take time to make, so order couple of hours ahead. Example need by 7pm order by 5pm. I only did take out, ambience of dine is not great read more

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Ordered a large 18" pepperoni pizza on a Saturday afternoon for Saturday evening. I ordered early because other reviewers mentioned that they can sell out on the weekends. When I arrived at La Pizza I was greeted by friendly staff and my pizza was ready for pickup at the requested time. This is without a doubt my favorite pizza I've had since moving to St. Louis. Everything from the cheese, sauce and of course the crust were excellent. I will definitely be returning. read more

La Pizza - 18" Pepperoni Pizza - Pizza Near Me - University City, Missouri

Love that there is a NY style pizza place in STL and it's delicious. The crust was perfect. I wish they were open every day.

Lifelong New Yorker who travels a lot for work. This is the best pizza I've had outside of NY in any state hands down. I'm shocked because the rest of St Louis pizza is pretty terrible (there's a lot of other very good food here, but the pizza is the only pizza I've ever spit out into a napkin in my entire life)!! Somehow this little gem of a place managed to basically perfectly replicate a NY pie. Thankful this place exists so I don't have to beg my family back east to pack pizza in dry ice and ship it to me. The other New Yorkers aren't lying, this is the closest you'll get to a NY pie outside of NY read more

Awesome Pizza, great staff! Best pizza in St. Louis! Park parallel to the front window and don't block the alley.

Finally! A pizzeria in St.L that does authentic NY style. Having lived in NY and now in St.L for many years, I'm always skeptical of any pizzeria that says they have NY style to only be disappointed. Now that I've experienced La Pizza, it took me back to Harlem. I've found my pizza spot. read more

Best pie I have had in a long time the sauce and crisp was excellent! I highly recommend and will be driving a great distance for this in the future. read more

Native NY'er- Best NY-style pizza in the area; no question. Never disappointed. Reasonable prices. Staff is really friendly and atmosphere in the restaurant brings me right back home every time I come in to pick up an order. This is THE place to get great-tasting pizza. Give them a shot; you won't be disappointed! read more

Best pizza ever. Very nice staff and not too long of a wait. The bacon is amazing, highly recommend the Roberto.

Hands down best pizza in St. Louis. Blows IMOS out of the water. Food came out fast and was nice and hot right out of the oven. Felt like I was eating at home and was nice and homie. I will definitely be coming back. I highly recommend coming to this hidden gem in U City. read more

Word to the wise: Currently 6:38 PM on Friday. "we are all sold out. On a Friday, you need to order 2-3 hours in advanced" I walked away sad... and still hungry... I'm from SC. Was in town for the night. I obviously didn't know this rule. Lol. read more

Yes, good pizza is subjective. To me and the others who had it last night, it's not all that. Not bad but certainly not great. Had higher expectations from the reviews. Staff was quite nice. Ordered by phone early in the day. Was ready on time for pickup. read more

We (particularly Americans) are always searching for the best slice of pizza. There's Chicago style, St. Louis style (grew up in STL yet I hate provel, sorry, but none of that is here), Neapolitan, Hawaiian, New York style...endless possibilities. But once in a blue moon, you eat THE pizza that makes you forget about all the other pizzas. La Pizza is one of those rare places that's got it. Even people I know who (purportedly) dislike pizza, loved this one. It's a no-nonsense, charming place that reminds me of the pizza joints you see in movies. It's so easy to drive past it, but it doesn't need to be flashy because the pizza speaks for itself. It's a hidden gem with the best pizza in STL, which is why it sells out often (call early.) Will definitely be back! read more

La Pizza - 16" Cheese Hand Tossed Pizza - Pizza Near Me - University City, Missouri