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    Nelly's Italian Cafe

    4.3 (256 reviews)
    InexpensivePizza, Italian, Sandwiches
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Dylan P.

    I finally was able to try and stop by Nellys. I like this place a lot even though I didn't get the full experience with trying the rest of the menu. I wanted to just try a slice of pizza and it didn't disappoint. I think as far as the Nashville area goes, nellys puts themselves as a top tier pizza joint. There isn't much competition out there for a classic any slice so Nellys by far takes the cake, they are top 3 in my opinion.

    Half cheese half pepperoni and mushroom. And a Stromboli.
    Steve S.

    We love this place. Hands down the best pizza in the area. And this time we tried a Stromboli. Fantastic! And if that isn't enough, Nelly and her staff are always welcoming and have great customer service. And the online ordering was easy and quick. I recommend putting this place in your regular rotation when dinning out or take out.

    Double crust slice
    Alex M.

    would definitely suggest nellys if you're looking for the taste of an authentic mom & pop pizza joint in NJ/NY. Portions are huge- really great value and tasty food. We got the last booth right before the dinner rush around 6:30. Ordered at the counter and the food was brought out piping hot a few minutes later. My favorite was the supreme slice, they are very generous with the toppings. My boyfriend's favorite was the double crust slice. The deep dish square pizza was awesome dipped in the marinara cup. Garlic knots were enormous! It was so refreshing to see a small joint like this packed with happy people. We also got 2 cannolis to go. Love this place. Staff was super friendly too!

    Pepperoni Stromboli

    Walked in and greeted right away. Asked if we had any questions. Runner was cleaning off tables. Place very clean. Bathrooms very clean and stocked, too. Got the "moma Pizza" slice, pepperoni stromboli, 1/2 garlic knots and fountain drink all for $27.43. Pizza had pepperoni, jalapeño, Hoy-honey sauce. Pizza slice was huge, hot, too heavy to pick up at first bite. We give the Pizza rating a 9.5. also got a pepperoni Stromboli, which I would give a 9.4 as well, and the garlic knots were the best I ever had which I would give a 9.9 out of 10. wish Nelly's wasn't so far from Nashville. Will definitely make the drive again. It was well worth it. Food

    Chicken Parm
    Memphis M.

    I went there today to get the chicken Parm. The food was not very hot and served on a Styrofoam plate. Not a very good experience.

    Garlic Knots Half (3)Lasagna Buffalo chicken Stromboli

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    Nice family-owned local spot. Good pizza. Good, friendly service and clean establishment.

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    Amazing!!! Amazing!! We have been going for years. They are such a great crew and the food is consistently great.

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    Everything is great .. food delicious.. and portions are filling .. and great customer service !!!!!!

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    The tiramisu was the best thing about the meal. I will be back for the dessert. Tight on space.

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    Incredible pizza. Best that I've had in Nash area. NY style pizza. And pizza by the slice

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