Well the old school atmosphere is still there,like being in an "Good Fellas" movie restaurant but with a 8.1 Dave Portnoy Pizza review!! The thin crust doesn't let u down ,always the best. Slices steak sandwich is also the best HENCE the reason those two were voted BEST in NJ!! Love the fact that this awesome ,small ,hole in the wall place is so great and so local. It doesn't matter sit inside , sit outside both great, And if u want just a slice and a great drink ...sit at the bar and meet some of Bergen County finest neighbors. If your thinking the service is like the old school waitresses (whom I think were classics and funny) think again, they are now younger ,faster and accurate now! Led by probably the best Manager in NJ, if they voted on this position "..Kevin" would win hands down. I would highly recommend stopping in here , Best small Rest/Bar in NJ read more

Went there for the critically acclaimed pizza. Well, there's no words to describe the food experience, It's beyond disgusting. Generally, I have a reasonable level of tolerance but this concoction served to us under the name of "pizza"... it's just really hard to describe. Never again. read more

Terrible food now I know why you have a 3.5 and people were being generous the vodka sauce. I don't know what that was. It was completely red. The pasta came out white color. The veal tasted like a Salisbury steak. It was horrendous. Let me send you a picture of the way vodka sauce is supposed to look. I went to a wonderful restaurant today. read more

Lido Restaurant - This is how vodka sauce is supposed to look and how veal Parmesan is supposed to look not the disgusting stuff you served . - Pizza Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

Lido 701 Main Street Hackensack, NJ 07601 French Onion Pizza French Onion Gluten Free Sample Slice Appearance: 9/10 Taste: 9.2/10 I previously posted about this locally owned bar and restaurant located at the intersection of Main Street and Temple Avenue. I decided to return to explore a newly crafted menu item. Before the dish was officially revealed, General Manager Kevin showed me the pizza oven where the new creation was baking and bubbling. French Onion Pizza: Combine Lido's original thin crust pizza with a classic French dish and a newly unique creation is born. Originally, I was skeptical because I never envisioned integrating a popular soup with a plain cheese pie. As soon as I took my first bite, my skepticism disappeared in a heartbeat. The entire pie has more than its fair share of caramelized onions that were simmered in a homemade broth. The crust is thin and crispy with perfectly golden mozzarella cheese. It was scrumptious down to the last bite. French Onion Gluten Free Sample Slice If you have any food allergies, a gluten free version is also available. This is still decent, but I personally prefer the original gourmet pie. Thank you Owner Steve and General Manager Kevin for introducing me to this new menu addition. #lido #lidorestaurant #lidohackensack #frenchonionpizza #frenchonion read more

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I have to say I'm so disappointed. I've been coming here since I was a kid and I'm in my mid 40s now. We went the other night with a big group, which is not new. We've always made a reservation in the past when we are a big group. There were 11 of us and we were told we could not make a reservation, so we waited over 30 min for a table. Service was shotty at best. I know our waitress has been there forever so this wasn't an issue with a new server. We had to ask for plates for our appetizers and pizza, the table wasn't bussed between pizza and entrees and the food that came out was just meh. The fries were mealy and under cooked and we could see the bag of fries just sitting out when the kitchen door opened which I'm pretty sure is a food safety issue. It makes me so sad because I've been coming since I was a kid and we've brought our own kid here, but now I have concerns about going back. read more

Awful pizza. Been going to Lidos forever over the years. Went with a best friend yesterday, Saturday Sept 12/2026. Ordered what used to be our favorite place for pizza and took one bite and looked at each other and said " what's wrong with this pizza. Had no taste and no seasonings to speak of on it.not cooked very well. Main factor. It did not have that Wow taste as in the past. Very very disappointed and will not visit this establishment ever again. read more

Loved it here! Kenny was super attentive. Calamari was SOME OF THE BEST I'VE EVER HAD! Sauce left much to be desired but the calamari itself was so crispy and soft, it didn't even need any sauce... just a bit lemon. MUST GET! Pizza was good, super thin. The steak was not for me. My boyfriend loved it but it is on the more buttery side. read more

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Blast from the past and not sure how many places are this authentic anymore. Went on a Monday before noon and there was no wait. French onion soup was a bit salty. The pizza is bar pie style and delicious. Order more than you think you'll need. It was great to finally come here. read more

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The pizza at Lido is excellent. If you like very thin, crisp pizza, this place is absolutely worth knowing about. We went with friends last night, and there is really no argument from me about the pizza. It is terrific. The wine situation, however, is another story. Their wine list is extremely limited and, in my opinion, the wines they offer are very poor. I like a good bottle of wine with pizza, so before going I called and asked whether they would allow us to bring two bottles and pay a corkage fee. The answer was a rather dismissive, "No, we have a full-service bar." I have no problem with a restaurant having a policy against outside wine. Just say, "Sorry, sir, we don't allow outside bottles. It's our policy." However, corkage is hardly an unusual question, particularly at a restaurant with such a limited wine selection. Many restaurants with full bars allow customers to bring a bottle and charge corkage. It can be a win-win: the restaurant makes money on the corkage charge and the customer gets to enjoy a wine they actually want with dinner. In fairness, the staff appears quite young, and the person I spoke with may simply have been repeating what he was told. But the response rubbed me the wrong way because it made a perfectly reasonable question sound ridiculous. He needs to learn a basic rules for the restaurant business: When a customer asks a question do not take an attitude that the question is unreasonable. So, mixed feelings. The wine program desperately needs improvement, and the response to my question could have been handled much more professionally. But the pizza? Excellent. I would gladly come back for that. read more

Update to my prior review, which was for takeout. Our 1st experience dining in was fantastic. We dropped by for an early Sunday lunch at around 11:30am and, as we had expected, it was very quiet inside of this old school bar/restaurant. There were just 2 other diners sitting together and that was it. Our waitress, Colette, was awesome. She was super nice and attentive throughout our time here. We ordered a large regular/cheese thin crust pizza and a single open slice steak sandwich. The pizza was even BETTER than the first time that I came here for takeout, mainly because it was hot out of the oven and sooooooo fresh. There really isn't anything better than a super fresh pizza right out of the oven. As advertised, the pizza was very thin and crispy and, honestly, absolutely PERFECT. As good as a bar pie will ever get. The open slice steak sandwich was also GREAT! The steak was juicy, flavorful and tender. It came with a small salad and fries and I actually really enjoyed the small salad, which came with their house dressing. And the fries reminded me of Nathan's fries. Overall, this establishment is AWESOME. I'm sure it gets crowded during peak times on weekends, but if you're seeking a low-key, quiet environment at a restaurant that serves ridiculously good pizza, Lido's the perfect spot on weekend afternoons. read more

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Terrible. I have been happily coming here for 50 years and sadly I have made my last visit. Terrible service, dry, overcooked steak sandwich which never dissapointed before. Don't waste your money. End of an era. read more

We came here for some pizzas and were disappointed in the service and food. The servers all had attitude and sass, which was surprising. The pizzas were alright but very oily and not as crispy as we thought they would be. read more

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Tried the pizza, chicken parm and meatballs! Yum yum yum! Place is really cute has a lot of old charm. Thursday is trivia night so we had fun while dinning. Would go back and try more. read more

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There's a reason this place is as old as the pay phone in the lobby! The dark mob style restaurant makes you feel like you're on the set of the sopranos. The open face steak sandwich is award winning and pretty sure won some award in 2025 again. It's been somewhere I've been coming with my family for years and it never fails, the bar pie is incredible as an app but the open face steak sandwich is where it's at. If you're in the area worth the try! read more

Lido Restaurant - Gotta try the pizza! - Pizza Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

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I went here about 4 days ago and I've been thinking and dreaming about this food ever since. I was visiting family and unfortunately had to fly back to AZ and I'm still thinking about their pizza and open steak sandwich. I just ate a full meal of ramen before coming here and the food was so good I licked my plate clean. I am genuinely distraught I'm a plane ride away from this place. read more

After packing and loading up all the handcuffs and stuff from the 2025 NY-NJ Police Collectors Show Dave Cavaliere and I headed off to nearby Hackensack for a visit to the iconic Lido Restaurant. Lido, which has been around since 1956 still retains that nostalgic, old school, family owned bar & grill vintage vibe, even after being renovated in 2028. Famously known for their thinny thin pizza (8.1 on the Portnoy scale) and their legendary thinly sliced, open faced steak sandwiches, you know this was on my mind. I love throw back, divey, retro style joints and Lido's certainly fits that bill. Lido's small but full bar, leather booth seating, and vintage decor creates a warm, cozy, tight, and welcoming atmosphere, and the service was fast and friendly (thank you to our server, Madison). We ordered the small pie as an appetizer, and it met all expectations. Very thin and crispy crust, good sauce, no flop, and crunched in you mouth when taking a bite. Simple, but very tasty and satisfying. I could easily consume a whole pie myself. Next time I go back I probably will. Definitely a thumbs up ! It also went well with a couple of ice cold beers. The open face steak sandwich was also a hit. Thin slices of juicy, tender, flavorful steak over a thin slice of bread, and covered with a nice sized portion of perfectly fried french fries. It also came with a side of cole slaw, (you have a choice of soup, salad, or the slaw) which was so good it tasted like a dessert. Great stop, good food, you should give them a visit. The only negative is that parking in the area is difficult, but you can't have everything. 04/13/2025 read more

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The pizza here is really good, super thin crust and flavorful. The white pie is a must, cheesy and garlicky. The sliced steak sandwich is a must as well, we added the sautéed onions but that's optional. The steak was soft and flavorful, and the bread was good too. The sangria was really good too! Our server was nice and took care of us quickly. The restaurant does get crowded but service is fast. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Ordered their special for Super Bowl 2026, which included 12 barbecue wings, pizza, and garlic bread. Everything was spectacularly delicious. However, the barbecue wings were the best I have ever eaten...and I have eaten many in my lifetime. Do not walk to the Lido, run and you will not be disappointed. A+ for professional staff, good prices, and delicious food. read more

My wife and I are pizza lovers. So we enjoy trying out viral pizza. We decided to try Lido since it got an 8.1 rating by Barstool. However, we were very disappointed and did not believe this pizza deserved an 8.1. It wasn't bad but it wasn't great. read more

Lido Restaurant - Pizza Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

I think I've been coming here since the day I was born. If you're not getting a pizza as your meal, then you definitely need it as a starter. The crust is nice and thin and has the perfect crunch. You could probably eat a half pie alone, not because it's small, but because it's tasty. Fries are crinkle cut and always nice and crispy. Their steak sandwich is a staple. I prefer a cheesy chicken parm with side or fries (you can opt for pasta). Staff is friendly and prices are reasonable. Whenever my family comes in from out of town, Lido's is a must. Yes, I do know that's not exactly the name, but it is for my family. We're so obsessed and it's an absolute favorite. read more

Two baseball fist sized high quality meataballs and a terrific local hang vibe. I'm set. I'm Good. read more

We ordered takeout from Lido and overall had a great experience. The large cheese pie was light, thin, and crispy -- classic bar-style pizza. It was a little cold by the time we got home, but still very tasty and clearly would've been perfect fresh out of the oven. The open-face steak sandwich with fries was another standout. The steak was cooked perfectly medium rare, buttery and tender, and the fries held up well. We also got the wedge salad, which was fresh and made a great palate cleanser. Lido has that great local spot feel -- unpretentious, consistent, and friendly. Even with takeout, the food was solid. We'll definitely be back, maybe to dine in next time. Highly recommend if you're in the area and craving great bar pizza or a solid steak sandwich. read more

Thin crust pizza was so good, not greasy. Staff is nice. Would definitely come back here again. read more

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This quaint place with an old-timey decor is always bustling on a Saturday night, but the service is always welcoming and friendly good! Their pizza is our new local fave for thin crust... INCREDIBLY thin, AMAZING in its support of whatever tops it, and tasty as ALL HECK! Have been there 5 times in the past 3 months, and it's been 100% consistent. The fried calamari is also delicious -- Rings AND TENTS, fresh and perfectly prepared. Their famous open steak sandwich was also JUST what the Foodie Doctor ordered on one night while in the mood for some meat. Servers wear shirts that say "I've been coming here since before you were born!", and that's true... LOL! read more

My family and I have been coming to Lido Restaurant for over 30 years. The sliced steak and cheese pizza are the absolute best. We recently celebrated my grandfather's 100th birthday there with a bunch for family/friends. Keven and his team were so lovely and helpful. The food was delicious, and we were well taken care of it. Whether your party is big or small you should plan to have a celebration there. The pricing was very reasonable, and everyone had a great time. read more

Lido Restaurant - one slice of the cheese pizza - 15/10 - Pizza Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

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I am a big fan of thin crust pizza. My husband heard about Lido in Hackensack from that Barstool guy, who, as I've stated before, is not my favorite person, but that's OK. I just need that to be known any time I mention him. Anyway, my husband has been to Lido's before and this was my first time here. The vibe inside is very cool. As someone stated before, it's like the restaurant has been frozen in time. We came for lunch in the middle of the week and it was not crowded at all. We decided to sit at the bar because the vibe just called for it. Our bartender was very nice. The service was great! We ordered a side of onion rings to start and they were very good. The perfect sized onion ring for sure. I do wish the portion was a bit bigger though because they were so good, and splitting between the two of us just meant they disappeared very quickly. For pizza, we decided to indulge in our own personal pizzas. My husband ordered half jalapeno / half plain, and I ordered half mushroom / half plain. When the pizzas came out they definitely looked delicious and thin, just the way I like pizza! The only problem was - it wasn't very flavorful at all! I am not usually a garlic / parm cheese / seasoning topper kind of girl, but after the first slice I was pouring all those toppings on just to give the pizza some kind of flavor. The sauce didn't taste like anything to me (I swear I didn't have Covid) and it just tasted like pita chips with some crispy cheese on top. I was kind of disappointed because it looked like a perfect thin slice of pizza to me. Maybe I came on an off day? I will definitely try Lido again, and if a Yelp update is in order, you know I will do that! read more

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Have been on the hunt for really good pizza in bergen county and I had heard good things about Lido. Upon entering it gave old school NJ Italian restaurant vibes perfect on a cold night. We started with the fried zucchini and a cesar salad both were good. We decided on a plan pie and while it looks great once we took a bite we decided this would not make the cut for best pizzas in bergen county. I'd recommend coming here for drinks, apps, and old school NJ Italian vibes. read more

Went for the famous thin crust pizza and I was highly disappointed. The dough was more like a Florida dough and not NJ dough. The cheese was really good but that sauce was lacking flavor & bland. A proper NY/NJ pizza should not require garlic powder, grated cheese & salt. This was a big let down. The service was good and the atmosphere was that of a bar/tavern which is ok with me. read more

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First time around and will not return. Open steak sandwich was horrible, nothing but steak-ums on white bread. Burger was decent but overpriced. Service was poor. read more

This place looks like a storm shelter from the outside. Not sure there are any windows so inside is dark. The pizza is thin and crispy. It was a little soupy at first but then firms up once it cools. Pizza was good. Addicting to eat. Loved it. We didn't try anything else but the pizza and left happy. Solid spot. read more

I would have given it a 2 star rating based on the service and ambiance alone but when you take into account the type of eatery it is, you have to consider it is what it is. As for the food, skip the $4.95 side salad. Enough said. The mushroom pizza on its own is a solid 3 - 3 1/2. I want to go back and give the pie another shot along with the steak sandwich. P.S. If you hold your beer selection to a higher level, you will be disappointed by the offerings. read more

To start with, the booths must have been designed by a chiropractor because when you leave you need an adjustment due to 45 degree angle of the booth chair---very uncomfortable. Now to food, the pizza should not be called pizza--a thin crust but not very appealing. The sauce was flavorless and the cheese tasted like it was poured out of a bag. The steak and fries equally horrible. The fries were obviously previously frozen, and the inside was hard. The steak was awful. Last visit. Too bad. The service was good. read more

Been driving by for years. Recently notice a big banner in front and a lot more activity. After a little research seems they have award winning pizza and world famous open face steak sandwich. Challenge accepted! So old school inside have to give the ambiance 5 stars! Service was spot on throughout. My son and I, Ordered a small thing crust and each got the steak sandwich. Pie came out first and after a couple of bites we both said "this is good pizza" . Great bar pie! Up there with Star, below Angeloni's , Ralph's, and Patsy's. I will return as I didn't get a pepperoni pie to really rate. I live in Clifton and use to go to the Grande Saloon and my go to order was the "Kansas City" which was sliced steak on top of white toast smothered in drawn butter, accompanied by great fries. Well sadly it was sold years ago and the food became inedible and it's been years since I had one. (It has since re-opened all remodeled and new menu). Anyway lido's world famous steak is actually better! Only issue is I ordered medium and it came out with no pink, the steak is so thin maybe they should ask how you want it cook. I gotta go get me another one! read more

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The food was waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay better than I thought. The service was pleasantly refreshing. Our waitress was very attentive, even though it became busy. The ambiance was ok. Go for the food. You will be surprised too. I was recommending Lido before I left the restaurant read more

My family has been going here forever, my parents even decided on my name here. So naturally, it has become my favorite restaurant. Let me start by saying that it is a total dive on the outside. Even the inside is dated and old. But that is really what makes this place so amazing. The waitresses have been working here forever so service is always consistent. Of course if you're coming at a very busy time it will be a bit slow, but that's true with any restaurant The food here is amazing every time. I have never been disappointed. I know everyone always raves about their sliced steak sandwiches, but I love the chicken parm. Their sauce is perfect and the portion is huge. Rather than a side of pasta, I always go for fries and they always come out hot and perfect. Their pizza is perfectly thin crust and so yummy. I have never had a mediocre slice of pizza here. It is perfect every time. I could really go on and on about how much of a gem this place is! read more

Lido Restaurant - Chicken Parmigiana - Pizza Near Me - Hackensack, New Jersey

We came here hearing good reviews about the pizza. We entered and saw a cool looking telephone booth and retro booths. We ended up ordering the vodka pizza. We were kind of in a rush and the waitress was really nice to put a rush on the order. We ended up getting the pizza and it was thin crust. But it was pretty bland. It didn't really taste like vodka sauce. I had to season it with crushed red pepper and parmesean cheese. The price for a pie is a little expensive as well. I think there are better pizza places in the area. read more

I really like Lido restaurant. Have been going there over 40 years. Thin crust pizza is to my liking.

I order a large Pizza and Tri Fecta. Pizza is very thin, they automatically give you thin pizza, Taste wise mediocre cafeteria pizza is way better, what a waste of money $19 for large pie that looks like medium. The Trifecta Onion ring, chicken finger and mozzarella straight from the STORE BOUGHT Ordinary. not going to order in this place anymore read more

I did not know what to expect, but I have heard so much praise I had to give it a try. And let me tell you, everyone was right! This place is so much fun. There is a full service bar and a fully functioning jukebox in the back of the restaurant. No wonder they have had no problem staying in business for 65 years!! The pizza here is fantastic. Maybe the thinnest and crispiest pizza I have ever had, and I am blown away. And surprisingly, the calamari was fantastic too. It felt light and airy and full of flavor. I want to come back and try more off of the menu! The entire staff is incredibly kind and helpful, I can't wait to go back! read more

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What you see pictured is a raw beef sandwich with know bread and a supposed everything pizza no anchovies that just had cheese onions and ANCHOVIES WITH RAW DOUGH.. The tiramisu never made the order.. Disgusting.. Ordersd because of a lier left in mailbox and I fully regret the 80 dollars I spent .. Do not order from here read more

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