Nancy's is a must for a classic old school thin crust pizza. It is one of those subterranean venues w 1970s family basement decor (paneling, brick, wood grain, and corner fireplace now blocked by a table). Bartender Emily was full of cheer and helpful with dining suggestions. I had a beer and the meatball app to start, and a pie for dinner. Nice thin crust which is the reason I sought Nancy's. I observed other diners w pitchers of Sangria, as well as bountiful family-style salads. I took leftover slices with me, and yes... I was "that guy" eating pizza on an early morning flight. read more

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Came here for lunch with a friend. I knew we were off to a great start when there was a line outside waiting for them to open when we arrived 8 mins before opening time. I've driven by this place MANY times over the Years but this is my 1st time here. Nancy's is a time capsule. You've get that old school restaurant that has never been updated, but that's what makes it great. Friendly staff that makes everyone feel welcomed. Pretty simple menu, full bar, hometown style crowd of patrons. Food is, of course, made to order but with a reasonable wait time. Casual vibe hometown bar/restaurant vibe. We had the Rice Balls w/cheese & the Italian Pizza. They are known for their pizza, it is a PAPER THIN crust. You can still kinda pick it up the traditional way, lol, if it's a lighter toppings piece. Great experience, will definitely come back. Grades: Rice Balls w/Cheese: A+ Italian Pizza: A+ read more

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The pizza is the draw to this place. This is the thinnest, crispiest bar pie in central Jersey. The sauce on the pie is good, but heavy on oregano. I came here with my coworkers for lunch. We had a large party, so the service was very slow. It's worth the wait, so if you need to get back to the office, order at least 30 mins ahead of time. Me and my partner got a pie that was half olives. I wished there were more olives, but everyone else's pies looked great. No complaints. read more

Nancy's Towne House - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

This place was outstanding. I came here with my girlfriend and another couple who were our close friends. It was difficult to get a table, but we managed. We started off with some cheesy garlic bread and wings. Both of these menu items were delicious. The wings were nice and crispy and had some heat to them. Just the way I like it. Then, the main dishes, were our pizzas. We ordered 3 different ones to split. We had a plain, a pepperoni hot honey, and a meat lovers. These pizzas were amazing. I love a good thin, crispy, bar pie style. And thats exactly what this place offers. So delicious. I could eat a whole pie to myself lol. But seriously, the pies were outstanding and I highly recommend coming here for the pizzas. Great vibes too! read more

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This spot earns the unique distinction of having hands down the thinnest bar pie I have ever had, and if you've been even casually following me you know that I have sampled A LOT of bar pies over my now many years. Now mind you this was certainly not the best bar pie I have tried, nor even probably the top five in New Jersey for that matter, but it's a unique distinction nonetheless. I'm talking approaching literally actual paper levels of thinness, as is indicated by the price difference between a small and large pie being a mere 75 cents at the time of my last visit, but nonetheless managed to retain a nice snap to it, quite an impressive feat of pizza engineering. Obviously wolfing down a large pie was light work. Beyond the thinness the flavors were fine if a bit muted and bland. The old school pepperonis registered as quite "flat" in every sense of the word in the current Roni-Cup era. While the pizza may not be life changing beyond the novelty of the impossibly thin crust the place earns its definite 4 star status on the strength of its gloriously unrenovated period decor inside and out. I really hope they keep it intact and resist the urge to renovate in a horribly bland manner like my beloved Star Tavern and way too many other old school bar pie legends. It's also located in the charming and vibrant downtown of Rahway and the barstools on each side me were filled with friendly regulars who spoke highly of the wings, baked pastas and other non pizza menu items. Well worth a stop if you are in or passing through the area. read more

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More of a 3.5 than a 3. Came for a family party and had the upstairs area all to ourselves. I loved the ambience upstairs - dark, felt like someone's cool basement. The woman working our party was so nice and efficient. She took great care of us! The food was good- appetizers included mozzarella sticks, arancini, calamari, fried zucchini, and chicken wings. I was disappointed with how little rice was in the arancini, and the marinara sauce wasn't very flavorful. The fried zucchini was delicious, though! The pizza was different than I've had before, but I'm sure people who like super thin crust would really enjoy it. It's almost cracker-like. I enjoyed the slice topped with mushrooms the most! Overall, I wouldn't come back on my own, but I enjoyed my time there. read more

Ambiance: Underground hole in the wall diner with a bar vibes. Food: Ordered the Grandma Vodka Pie that our server recommended and an old school Coca Cola in glass. The pizza was super thin and large; the vodka sauce was absolutely delicious - my friend and I demolished the entire pie.   Service: Server was super friendly and made excellent recommendations. I'm definitely coming back here to try the other pies. read more

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If you like thin crust pizza, Nancy's Townhouse Pizza is the place for you. The crust is so thin it's almost cracker-like. It's absolutely delicious. All of their specialties pies are great but for your first time I would recommend trying their classic cheese to get a feel of the style. My boyfriend and I regularly eat here when we're craving a good pie. Be warned, Nancy's is a staple in Rahway, so they are usually pretty busy. My boyfriend and I never mind sitting at the bar so we're usually in luck to find seating there. They do take reservations which I highly recommend on the weekends. There is street parking however conveniently, when that is full, there is also a parking deck directly across the street. The atmosphere is very divey, like an old pizza parlor meets basement bar and I think it's so great. You feel like you're getting a pizza pie that's been passed on for many generations and many to come with the business that they do. The staff are always great. You're going to see the same faces every time you come. You can tell they have all been working here for quite some time which you love to see. They are very friendly and helpful. If you're looking to enjoy some great pizza, beer, and some great times with your family or friends, Nancy's is a great option.. Thanks Nancy's! See you again soon! read more

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Rare 5 Star Review What a spot? Could we please have this near our house??? Not sure how anyone could have a bad thing to say about Nancy's. Let's count the ways. 1. Old School? Emphatically Yes - the big old fashioned red awning above the entrance door explains it all. 2. Great food? Yes - Pizza was great and so was the vast array of Italian dishes. Drunken Chicken Parm was great. 3. Great Atmosphere? Yes - extremely friendly clientele, we spoke to everyone around us. 4. Good Drinks? Yes - Strong drinks and ice cold draft beer. Win 5. Decor Cool? Yes - Basement bar area with checked tablecloths, wood paneling, and some classic light fixtures. We live in Rhode Island and frequent Jersey joints all over the state regularly. Nancy's maybe our favorite spot to visit in NJ. If you like classic old school spots, meeting friendly people, and eating great homemade food, then it's impossible to go wrong at the townhouse. Enjoy, thanks read more

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Went to Nancy's for the first time in many years. First off our server, Hillary was absolutely effervescent! Made us feel like we have been there as regulars. Also overheard her with our patrons and she's just welcoming and fantastic! For was very good. I had fra diavolo, husband has the combo and both were excellent! There was no rush, and the place was very busy. We did not have a reservation but since we arrived before 5 we were ok. I'd recommend reservations but well worth it. read more

We got a Caesar, Garlic bread, drunken Grandma pizza, and the Mango habanero pizza. The crust was as thin as I've seen and was awesome!! Feels like home in here. read more

Nancy's Towne House - Sat at the bar. - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Came here planning to snap a pic of my pizza... yeah, that didn't happen It was that good. The crust was super thin and perfectly crisp--exactly how I like it. Every bite was just spot on. Definitely coming back (and maybe next time I'll actually remember the photo). read more

Nancy is a good old fashion institution with good pizza and good service.....stop by for some pizza today for lunch and to no surprise Nancy's was still serving that good flat crushed pizza oh and also I got some wings. they was very tasty. Not the best wings but they were good. Service was very good. The water kind of dishwatery , but my blue moon was good., I always go back to Nancy's.hello read more

We had a pick up order that was pretty seamless, a large pepperoni and cheese on thin crust. Total was $19 & pizza arrived hot, fresh, and deliciously made. Ambiance on pick up was what to be expected-- spacious, red checkered tablecloths, down home, somewhere between 1970-1995 interiors with locals enjoying tables and bar with friends. It was 11am just at opening and always patrons having their lunch! Crowd was more diverse than I expected and staff were efficient and approachable. Pizza was crispy, perfectly folded, good amounts of cheese and sauce, pepperonis could have been more equally dispersed on slices. A good pie and definitely enjoyable pizza for lunch. read more

Happy to have found another great NJ pizza spot. They serve typical bar style pizza which is thin and crispy. It was very busy when I ordered. read more

Not sure what all the hype is was about chicken parm was practically inedible pasta was total mush - not even sure how that happens when you get there and the place just opened!! Pizza was just ok have had way better pizza so many other places - service was pleasant ambiance was cute won't be back read more

Nancy's Towne House - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Hi i been here many times , loved the bar pie always delicious. TODAY as soon as i put the first slice in my mouth i said to myself is not the same . i would say they they changed the cheese very bland no flavor & when i seen my wife put Salt on a slice i knew right away . is a shame the only place i would go around this area for a great tasting pie . maybe those tariffs did it . who knows i wont be coming back anymore. read more

Nancy's Towne House - Plain pie - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

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Bar pies are delicious. We did take out but I actually would love to stay to eat next time. Staff was so friendly and it was a busy Friday...still super sweet read more

Me and my lady love Nancy's Townehouse There's something magical about stepping into Nancy's Townehouse in Rahway--it instantly transports you back in time, like walking onto the set of an episode of Cheers. The cozy, old-school ambiance with its warm wooden bar, dim lighting, and that classic neighborhood vibe makes you feel like a regular even on your first visit. It's the kind of place where everybody knows your name (or quickly learns it), perfect for a relaxed date night with my lady. The staff here are super friendly and helpful--Sophia and the team made us feel right at home, offering great recommendations and checking in just the right amount without hovering. We started with the fresh App House Salad, crisp greens with all the classic fixings that hit the spot perfectly. Then came the stars of the show: the Mango Habanero Pizza with Breaded Chicken (we added extra cheese because why not?). That sweet-heat combo from the mango and habanero sauce paired with crispy breaded chicken was bold, flavorful, and addictive--easily one of the best specialty pies we've had. We also couldn't resist the Grandma's Pizza--that thin, round classic with its tangy sauce and perfectly melted cheese reminded us why this style is timeless. Great portions, spot-on cooking, and everything came out hot and delicious. For a casual yet memorable evening out, Nancy's is our go-to spot. Highly recommend for anyone craving that nostalgic thin crust bar pizza experience with top-notch service. We'll be back soon! read more

You are going to wait a while at Nancy's as the service is slow but friendly. It's has a dive bar feel that feels almost like a dungeon. Nonetheless, the pizza is phenomenal and worth the wait in my opinion if cooked correctly. It is on the extreme thin side of pizza so it goes down easily. Their fried ravioli is okay and it is accompanied by a nice red sauce. Their peanut butter dessert is good if you like chocolate and peanut butter. All in all I will come back for the pizza. read more

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Pizza was thin and crisp and delicious. Salad was an added plus with a home made Italian dressing that I could drink. Service was friendly but a little off with who was handling what table. Not super busy for a Saturday night at 7. Glad we went! read more

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Went my first time here bc a friend recommended. the pizza and service did not disappoint ! Got the grandma vodka pie that the waitress recommended! it was so yum! left me wanting more! and the ambiance was nice and chill! loved it ! most def will go again read more

Nancy's Towne House - grandma vodka pie - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

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Amazing Thin Crust Pizza and the Linguine with red clam sauce was as well. Very Old Fashioned, Played Elvis my favorite. Service was not the fastest but I really don't mind that and the workers were very nice. The ambiance inside was amazing I felt like I was in a gangster old fashioned movie. read more

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After reading the reviews and seeing this place on YouTube, we decided to give this place a try. We got here right as it opened and were immediately seated. There were a couple of tables already occupied. The restaurant is dimly lit, with crimson floors, tables covered in red-and-white plaid tablecloths, and a bar in the corner. Because we went during the holidays, there was also a Christmas tree in the back as well. The place had an incredibly cozy vibe and it was only emphasized further by the Mikasa lamps that illuminated the tables. We ordered the Veggie Pizza and Margherita pizza well done. Daughter also wanted calamari fra diablo with linguini. The Veggie pizza came with broccoli, sweet peppers, onions and mushrooms. Daughter thought the veggie pizza was delicious. Hubs usually doesn't prefer ultra thin pizza crust but he did like the taste over Pete and Eldas and Federici's, which he thinks are overrated. The Margherita pizza came with mozzarella, tomatoes, parmesan cheese, olive oil and basil. We ordered this well done. Hubs liked the sauce much better than all the other well known places and he would highly recommend this place for those who like ultra thin crust. I thought this pizza was delicious. It was nice and crispy but not too crispy. Daughter loved the calamari fra diablo and thought that it was delicious and soft. She thought it was spiced perfectly, as well. We also got the tiramisu to go and liked it a lot, as well. I forgot to take a picture of this. The prices on the check does not reflect the prices on the menu. They were slightly higher on the bill. Service was quick and friendly. Will definitely return to try other items on the menu. read more

This place is special. I crushed the whole large hot honey roni alone with a pitcher of beer. The wings were special as well. I mean this place should be on top of the statue of liberty for gods sake read more

Nancy's Towne House - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

If you are craving thin crust pizza this is the place for you. Pizza is very well done, thin and light. Best if had at the restaurant itself. Service was great, we had couple of drinks and appetizers while we waited for our cheese pie takeout. It's a small cozy bar and was very less crowded on Thursday evening. Would love to visit again to try their other pizza. read more

Nancy's Towne House - Cheese pie - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Old school place that has such character. Hidden gem in Rahway. I came because of Portnoy's review. Amazing pizza, super thin and crispy. Great service! read more

Nancy's Towne House - Bar pie - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

It is rare that a restaurant remains consistent for over 20 years and Nancy's is one of those diamonds in the rough. I have been coming here with my family since I was born and have never been disappointed in the quality of food and service. The ambience is so cozy and welcoming and very nostalgic. Be prepared to order 1 pie per person, that thin crust is so addictive and light! While I always get pizza, I also love the hot antipasti and the cold one, the salads are always great and soups are delicious and homemade. I recommend making a reservation but it's well worth the wait if showing up spontaneously. read more

Nancy's Towne House - Top: half plain, half ricotta Bottom: sausage and onion - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

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I came to Nancy's for a friend's birthday with a group of 9! We made a reservation ahead of time and there was a table ready for us when we came in. Once I saw the inside after walking down the stairs, it definitely gave off old dive bar vibes. We decided to order 5 pies to share amongst the group and the waitress seemed skeptical about the number we ordered. However, it turned out to be the perfect amount and we only had one slice remaining. The slices here are VERY thin (hence why we ordered appx half a pie per person). We got a plain, margarita, buffalo chicken, hot honey roni, and grandma pizza. The pizza came out pretty quickly in rounds and did not disappoint. My favorites were the plain and buffalo chicken and as a group, we weren't a huge fan of the margarita. The toppings on the pizza kept falling off, which made it difficult to eat. Otherwise, we had a great time at Nancy's and the service was great as well! We asked for a slice of tiramisu for the birthday boy and they kindly brought it out with a "0" candle, which we found hilarious. The restaurant began filling up around 6 pm, so I assume that it gets pretty busy, Overall, I would recommend Nancy's if you're looking for pizza in Rahway! read more

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When we got downstairs, nobody was there to see us and there was two tables with a reserve sign on them so I went up to the bar and I asked the girl if we could seat ourselves or should we wait and she looked annoyed, but then saw that there was a table available and sat us there. Calamari, zucchini sticks and mozz sticks were good. Now the pizza. This is my second time going there after I promised myself I would never go back there after the first time. But everybody raves about their thin crust pizza. I'm Italian. I feel like that's all. I actually have to say when I tell you that this is not, an Italian pizza in my opinion I used to make homemade pizza with my Grandma and our pizza never looked like this. The pizza had decent flavor but the crust?!?!?! The first time I ate here I told my friend that the crust was like a big saltine cracker. Today I've changed my description. It was like a well done pita chip. The service was OK. Even though I finished my glass of wine, I was never asked if I wanted another glass of wine or anything else to drink. Before we were even finished eating, the waitress handed me a box and a container on this already small table and I wasn't done eating. So I was holding the box while I was eating , my food. We weren't asked if we wanted any dessert. We were literally just given the check. I do want to make a note that this is not a handicap friendly place. When you walk in the door, you have to go down a flight of steps to get into the restaurant. There is a bathroom downstairs where you eat, but I didn't have any toilet paper in there today so basically you were SOL. Twice and that's it. Done w Nancy's. read more

Nancy's Towne House - The crust. No taste. Just hard and tasted like a pita chip. - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

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I came here and parked in the back. I entered and went downstairs to this bar area. It was giving off dive bar vibes and I got a small cheese pizza. I would give it a 7.4, just a basic pizza where nothing really stands out in terms of the ingredients but it is not bad. I probably would not go back for their pizza again. read more

Nancy's Towne House - Inside - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Delicious thin slice pizza but if you don't have a reservation, there's no chance you'll be seated.

Food is great. The atmosphere is cool. The service was pretty bad. If you have a lot of time on your hands, it is worth to try.

We ordered several appetizers, wine, 2 pizzas, and a children's menu option. The apps came out fine, then one pizza came out very burned. We waited over 10 minutes for the other pizza which looked cooked normally and not burned. When we were eating, we showed the waitress the difference in the 2 pizzas. She told us "yeah sometimes the oven cooks some of the pizzas like that". Um really? That's annoying because it's clearly a lie. We get the check and I am charged for 3 glasses of wine instead of 2. Skip this place. There's much better read more

May 13, 2025 I heard that Nancy's made a good thin crust pie. My experience did not live up to the hype. The bread was awful. You couldn't fold it without it cracking. It was tomato and cheese on a cracker. I asked the barmaid if this was the norm. From her reaction, it must be. I took three bits, asked for my check and left. I stopped elsewhere to get some food with flavor. read more

Pizza and food definitely lives up to the hype. Staff are extremely friendly and on top of everything making sure the customers are well taken care of . Dave Portnoy's review was definitely on point as I know he is a bar pie guy . Next time I am in from Tampa, Florida I will definitely be coming back as I will be recommending Nancy's to my friends and family . read more

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Great little place. Make sure you have a reservation though. Great service and prices too. Wings were really good, but the pizza obviously was the star. The wings were nice and saucy and the chicken was actually cooked perfectly. A lot of times you go somewhere and the wings are rubbery or tough to bite off. These were perfect, not really crispy as I like them, but flavor and tenderness more than made up for that. The pizza is delicious. Crust is nice and thin and crispy with a nice char flavor around the edges. 2 people will easily polish off a large pie so order accordingly. Parking deck right across the street if you can't find a spot in their small lot. read more

Nancy's Towne House - Pizza. Half plain and half meatball - Pizza Near Me - Rahway, New Jersey

Yes incredible pizza and salad perfect place to be at . Old school vibe terrific wait staff

Absolutely delicious! Best thin crust ever! Good cocktail and love the old school vibe

Called, placed an order, and showed up 40 minutes later and they acted like they had no idea what l was talking about. They never started to make the pizza. They offered to start making it. I initially declined, only to realize I was already there and had all of my time wasted so if we were going to have to start all over getting food for the night, might as well just do it there instead of wasting more time ordering from someplace else, as long as they were willing to start the order right away. She said right away. The pizza was very good. This place looks too busy for what it can handle. They probably make a good buck or two with all that business. It is time to start investing some of that money back into the business to handle demand. read more