Today, we made a stop at One6Three, tucked into the East Rock section of New Haven, where it's been holding down its corner for about ten years. This place is small, unapologetic, and full of character. Decorative firewood stacked with intention, walls filled with wine corks, and #10 tomato cans repurposed as pizza stands. Walk in and you immediately catch the vibe, exposed brick, distressed plaster, a slightly industrial, almost factory-style feel that somehow still feels warm and welcoming. The centerpiece of the room is the wood-fired oven, running hot and glowing with that perfect orange flame. The aroma of burning wood hits you right away and sets the tone. From that moment on, the culinary experience is in motion. We ordered The Mootz and Breaking My Meatballs. Both pies are built on a very thin, tender crust with beautiful leoparding. The dough is flavorful and clearly well-fermented. Sauce is applied with restraint, just enough to support the dough and cheese without overpowering them, and it delivers a clean, bright tomato flavor. Breaking My Meatballs was the standout. Homemade meatballs, herbed ricotta, cherry peppers, mozzarella, and that same balanced sauce. The cherry peppers bring a sharp vinegar tang that cuts perfectly through the richness of the ricotta and meatballs. Every bite hits a different note, and it all works together. Easily one of my favorites. The crust across the board was thin and tender with a delicate smoky char from the wood fire, exactly what you want from this style. Bottom line: Great spot. Excellent pizza. Super friendly staff read more

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An okish first time visit. I wanted to try a new pizza place in New Haven for a birthday and chose this one. But the food didn't feel like a celebration, in my opinion. One 6 Three is an unusual name - it's a small and cozy spot with few tables and bar seating, set in a residential neighborhood. We tried the gluten free crust (available only in 12") American margherita pie and added mushrooms in half of it. The wood fired crust was well done, I really liked it. Lots of garlic, yum. However, the tomatoes on it were raw and that didn't feel very good. Also, there were no condiments offered on the side- like oregano- is that normal in a pizza place? Maybe I need to try more pizza places :) read more

One 6 Three - Wood fire oven - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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My husband and I have been looking for some good pizza for a while now. We've tried a few of the "popular" pizzerias but have been far from impressed. We ordered 2 pizzas. 1 large half cheese half pepperoni and fresh garlic and 1 medium Breaking my meatballs. Not only was the pizza amazing. Hot, fresh, tasty, but the service was just as amazing. It was extremely busy so our pizzas weren't done when we were told they would be, but we'd order and wait over and over. Definitely our new favorite spot. My husband loved the atmosphere and coziness of the pizzeria and we can't wait to go back for date night! Thank you 163!! read more

One 6 Three - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Their gluten free crust is actually pretty good! I was pleasantly surprised. It still comes frozen and pre packaged but it tastes more like dough than a lot of other places I've tried. I'd definitely go back again when in town. Fair warning though, we sat inside and because the kitchen is open, the space is small, and fans were blowing about halfway through our meal I started sneezing and my throat and eyes were getting really itchy. So, if you are sensitive I'd recommend sitting outside or getting it to go. The staff was also great. So friendly and helpful. read more

Nice and quick service if you don't want to wait on an hour line for the other guys. Ordered a 12 inch grandma pie with hot cherry peppers for myself, nice and light. Didn't feel like I ate a whole pie actually surprised I did end up finishing. The sauce is tangy, light on the cheese for a grandma, I did have to add some parm myself, but really nice otherwise.Place feels very old school but with a new school twist, great fun pie options. They do offer outside seating, not much space indoors. read more

One 6 Three - Grandma's Pie - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Our fourth time passing through New Haven and the debate for best pizza in New Haven still rages on. This is a smaller space compared to the more popular places and no wait for a weekday lunch. The space is adorable, especially the outdoor area, more of a traditional pizzeria feel. We tried the King Pie, White Clam, wings and pig candy. First thing first, the clam pizza was good, but Pepe's was better. I really liked the King Pie, not sure if it's everyone's cup of tea with peanut butter, I thought it was really good (like a warm PB & J). The wings were well season and tender. The pig candy was definitely a big hit. Would love to come back and try more pies. read more

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So, we were on a mission not to try classic apizza in New Haven--- and decided to walk to east rock and take out an assortment of pies and find out if it was worth a repeat visit--- and yes it is. There are many pizza places and types in the area-- and this one is thin crust but but not New Haven classic. it is a little thicker but perfectly done in their wood fired oven and the toppings made this an easy dinner. We tried three pies-- the Margherita pizza, the meatball with hot peppers and the GOAT. All of them were deemed worthy of dinner. The GOAT was a fantastic combination and unique to the restaurant-- and completely recommended. The meatball was a fine choice but watch the peppers depending on spice tolerance . The Margherita had wonderful ingredients and was deemed a safe choice. Size of pizza was adequate and it definitely was filling. Trying to get a table is a bit ask at popular times but grabbing pizzas to go and finding a place to eat in east rock is not impossible and in good weather it made it more memorable. Anyway, very much enjoyed this place in east rock. I would want to explore other pizza combinations. read more

Just awesome. Pizza was outstanding. Great service. Good vibe. I ordered extra cheese not sure I needed it. This shop was off the main roads and worth the trip. read more

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In a town with way too many amazing pizza options, one six three is towards the top of my list. They have so many fun, thoughtful pies, and the pizza itself is so well-executed. I have almost always done takeout and recently dined in for the first time. What a great experience! It's a small restaurant but the vibe is super warm and welcoming. They also let you BYOB so we enjoyed our pizza over a bottle of wine, making for a super lovely evening. read more

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One 6 Three is a New Haven-style pizzeria that opened in New Haven, Connecticut in February 2016. It was founded by Andrew Holmes and his girlfriend Alexa Flagge (with the help of her parents Jack & Janet). Holmes began his journey in the pizza-making business when he started working at a Seymour pizzeria owned by two Albanian immigrants. He worked his way up from cleaning to cooking and eventually took jobs at other restaurants. Holmes then found himself working for Jack & Janet Flagge, owners of the Old World Pizza Truck. In the catering business since 1980, the Flagges started their pizza truck business in 2007. Holmes began dating the Flagges' daughter Alexa, and the couple soon had a dream to open their own pizzeria. They found a location at 163 Foster Street, in New Haven's East Rock neighborhood, that had previously been home to Angelo's Pizza. Holmes knocked down the wall that hid the kitchen in order to help his new pizzeria build connections between the workers and customers. In addition to pizza, the menu also offers sandwiches, wings, meatballs, fries, mac & cheese, salads, and more. My two sons and I recently visited One 6 Three for lunch. We had been cycling around New Haven and were in the mood for some pizza. One 6 Three has been on my radar for a while. It's part of a growing number of pizzerias located in the Goatville section of East Rock. After locking up my bicycle outside, we headed inside and grabbed a table. My sons and I really enjoyed the open kitchen set-up; we love watching people cook. After looking over the menu, we decided to order and share "The Mootz" (hand-crushed tomato sauce & mozzarella) with half pepperoni, "Potato Head" (a thin layer of our mashed potatoes as the base, sautéed onions, smoked bacon, four cheeses & a sprinkle of scallions), and "Grandma's" (hand-crushed tomato sauce, fresh garlic, fresh basil & grated pecorino romano cheese). Great sauce, crust and toppings! I would say that these pies are sort of a hybrid between classic New Haven-style pizza and tavern-style pizza. Our favorite was probably "Grandma's". We all give One 6 Three our seal of approval! read more

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I had the white clam pizza last night, and it was the most delicious pizza I've ever had! I wasn't planning on eating the entire 12 inch pizza by myself, but it was too good to resist! I look forward to having it again. read more

One 6 Three - White clam pizza - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

I really enjoyed this pizza! I got a personal size Grandma's pie no fresh garlic, light baked. The crust was nice and crispy without being too charred. Reasonably priced, too. I would def return to try their other pies. read more

One 6 Three - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Forget Pepe's, forget Sally's, forget Modern. In my opinion, this pizza was better than those by a long shot. Quality ingredients, good portions, good proportion of toppings, perfectly baked. Very very good pizza with interesting selections. I appreciated that there was both indoor and outdoor seating. I like the small garden outside, which made it feel quaint. Service was good. I noted the amount of Wisconsin items (cheddar, cheese curds, poutine) and was curious if the owner was from there. That gave me a touch of home which I love. read more

A fun, quieter, quirkier pizza shop near East Rock Park. The top tier crust fired over wood and tomato sauce act as a solid foundation, and then they just decorate it with fun topping combinations. We can endorse the meatball ricotta pie or the brussels sprouts bacon balsamic pie. Also the bacon strips. They serve Foxon Park sodas, of course. The pizza man running the shop is super friendly and casual. It's a laid back vibe with about 5 two-seaters and a bar area. read more

This place is always a winner. Ordered the Grandma's and picked it. It smelled so good I had to grab a slice in the car. The flavors of this simple pie were fantastic. Perfect amount of sauce with the garlic. Perfection! read more

My husband and I called in our order for pick up tonight. It was our first time trying One 6 Three after hearing good things from friends. We ordered the Potato Head Pie and the Chicken Parm sandwich. They said it would be ready in 15 minutes which is fast! The food was good and the individuals who work there are nice. It was a good experience and we will be returning again. read more

One 6 Three - Potato Head Pie - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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4.5 stars. I came here on a Friday afternoon and there wasn't too many people at the time. This spot is relatively close to the Yale campus so it was a pretty convenient spot to hit up after my brother was done with all of his meetings. They offer a variety of pretty cool pizzas, with different varieties of topping combinations. I wish I had the stomach space to try all of them. The pizzas were made very well and it was extremely satisfying to eat. The flavor of the toppings, sauce, cheese, and crust were well balanced and the portion size was pretty solid. My party had a total of three people and we ordered two pizzas and a side of fries. We were unable to finish, I think we ordered enough for four people. For their fries, they have a variety of sauces to select from and I believe you get three choices. Our server was very friendly and it was overall just a great vibe. read more

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Came to New Haven for a weekend biking and pizza trip. After seeing the crowds at Pepe's, Modern and Sally's, we went to the fourth joint on our list, One6three. No crowds outside but busy inside. Able to order quickly and the weather permitted us to sit outside. (Limited indoor seating) Got the Sweet and Salami as was an online recommendation. It was an outstanding blend of flavors on a great pizza. Service was friendly and very accommodating. Couple next to us had the King which they were very happy with. Great menu with some non traditional choices. Absolutely enjoyed this small scale operation and recommend it highly. read more

One 6 Three - Sweet and Salami - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

My daughter and I decided to come here for dinner and I'm glad we did. When we arrived there was no seating inside so we dined outside because there was no more seating inside. Which was fine because it was beautiful evening. We ordered a large half Pepperoni and Cheese pizza and Cheese Curds. The Cheese Curds were delicious. They we're crispy, flavorful, and the dipping sauce was just the right touch to bring that flavorful profile up. It seem like the Cheese Curds had a garlic bread breading which was very innovative. The pizza was delicious as my daughter and I only left two slices to bring home. The pizza was a nice size pizza and I'm glad we ordered a large pizza. The pizza was crispy and had that crunch factor which I love. The pepperoni on top of the pizza was like bacon. I think was my favorite part of pizza. The sauce was awesome as it was also flavorful and brought the whole pizza together. The customer service was great and the staff we're so kind because as we're sitting outside, we had a couple of bee's swarm are pizza. We were fighting them off but two staff employees came outside and helped pick up are things to escort us inside as seating became available. The staff are so gracious and the kids and I will definitely be back. read more

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We decided to go to this place on a Sunday. It is a very small place, about 4 tables to sit at. The pizza is wood fired and not apizza, where it was not terrible but not truly New Haven pizza. I tried their pig bacon, which is just cold bacon covered in sugar that was good. The pizza itself was a 8.4. If it was somewhere else I would go but being in New Haven, there are really good apizza places to go to. read more

After trying to go to Wooster st and saw the lines we ended up at 163 and so happy we did! The menu had so many options that sounded great and we had a hard time deciding. Wish we had more people with us so we could've got more! It's BYOB, wish we knew ahead of time buttttt east rock brewing is right around the corner and as our waitress suggested my husband ran over and got us some beers. The waitress even put them in the fridge for us! Our waitress was fantastic- wish I paid attention to her name to properly thank her but she was the only waitress on Sunday 7/28 at 2pm. We got the cubano sandwich, the hanibal pizza and a small cheese for the kids. (Didn't get pics because my son had my phone) Overall everything was great and the place and street are very cute. We definitely will be back! read more

Great pizza in New Haven Ct. There are great rivalries (chicago, nyc, boston, providence etc). Many even race over New Haven pizza. I found this spot to be very tasty and cool. Vibes galore. Not easy to find nearby parking but decent seating inside and great prices. Very electic menu options and some classics. Great service and family friendly. Recommend read more

Great pizzas, you seat yourself and order at the counter. Dining room is small but they make it work luckily it wasn't that busy for a Saturday afternoon. Staff was friendly as well and you can see them during the pizzas behind the bar. read more

One 6 Three - The King Pie and The A&A Pie. We also got the hush puppies...worth it - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Love me a good pizza. We came to One 6 Three to grab some food and get out of the rain. This place is awesome. We got the A&A pizza which has shredded chicken, honey goat cheese, smoked bacon, hot cherry peppers, sliced tomatoes, mozzarella & their horseradish aioli drizzle. The pizza was a 12" and already cut. I'm not a fan of horseradish but their aioli was really good and the crust was crispy. I also loved the goat cheese and mozzarella on their pies. Definitely would come back again. read more

One 6 Three - The A&A Pie - Fire - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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Came here after seeing some pictures of amazing looking pizza and once I read the menu? How could we not come try the King pizza (peanut butter base with bacon, carmelized walnuts and cranberry-honey jam drizzle)? I was looking forward to the pizza but I'll be honest - the fries blew me away! Hand-cut and perfectly seasoned these were some of the best fries I've ever had. With a choice of sauces, get the fancy sauce (if you've ever been to Utah, it's aka fry sauce), but the bacon jam aioli was good too. The King was delicious - pb & j on pizza, although I didn't notice any walnuts. W got the Hannibal pizza that I had to try a piece of - plenty of meat and very tasty. The restaurant itself is small, inside with limited seating but outside seating is available. Great place for takeout or lunch!! read more

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What do Da Legna, Sally's, Pepe's, and Modern have in common? They are all celebrated New Haven pizzerias. Anyway, a few months ago, one of my students was raving about another New Haven pizza parlor, but I was unfamiliar with that one. So that's the reason our party of three  had an amazing experience at One 6 Three (as in 163 Foster Street) yesterday. It's not as big as the four I mentioned, it's more like a small neighborhood joint smack in the middle of a residential neighborhood with maybe half a dozen booths inside and and seating for a dozen outside. As we sat in a corner booth we were struck by three things- the depth of their menu, the cool wall of hand signed firewood pieces, and the super nice staff- I mean all of them were fantastic. Their menu kicks off with seven shareables "for the table"- so think wings, meatballs, fries, mac and cheese, fried pickles, etc. Next is a trio of bacon accented dishes - Brussels sprouts, hush puppies, and good old sugar rubbed bacon slabs. Next up are two salads and twelve sandwiches (four of which are veggie). But the star of the show at One 6 Three is pizza -pizza in every combination and permutation known to man. They offer thirteen meat pizzas including some unusual ones, like "The King" with peanut sauce and jam, "Breaking My Sweetballs" with meatballs, ricotta, hot cherry peppers, and drizzled honey, and "Sweet & Salami" with  genoa salami,  hot cherry peppers, and drizzled honey. Not a meat eater? No worries, they have seven vegetarian pizzas including "The Goat" with sautéed asparagus, caramelized onions, honey goat cheese, and  cranberry-honey jam, and "Fungus Among Us" with sautéed mushrooms, wood-fired garlic cloves, herbed ricotta, mozzarella & truffle oil. The Pescatarians in your group won't be left out because One 6 Three offers five seafood pizzas with varieties that include shrimp and clams. Pizzas can be ordered in personal, small, and large sizes. We went with three thin crusted personal pizza beauties - one with meatballs ($7), a Fungus Among Us ($10), and for me -- a made to order creation with clams, shrimps and hot peppers ($10). My pizza was outstanding with everything you want on a pizza. Great thin crust, great tomato sauce, great cheese and great toppings. I was surprised at how big the yummy chunks of shrimp were. They weren't diced up like the clams and hot peppers. Now unless you are super hungry, you won't finish your personal pizza, because none if us did. So for your $7 or $10, you'll be taking home leftovers. We loved everything about One 6 Three. Go check it out. read more

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We ordered a pepperoni pizza for takeout. Boy these guys are hustling. Leave them a big tip--they work so hard! Great dough, charred in spots make it delicious. Side salad to go. read more

This is such an incredibly good neighborhood spot. Their pizza is super delicious and it's fun to watch it being made in their massive open oven. If you aren't in the mood for pizza, I highly recommend their macaroni and cheese, meatball sub, or Buffalo chicken sub. The workers here are friendly and fast. Keep in mind that it's a popular spot, so if you are looking for pizza on a Friday evening it's best to order a bit early. Their online ordering allows you to schedule a time for pickup as well. read more

We found this gem with Yelp and were so glad we did! It's a small place on the corner with limited seating and we got there just in time to get a table. The service was fast and friendly. Watching the kitchen crew, they were hopping on this Saturday night. The food was delicious from start to finish. We will be back for sure!! read more

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My partner and I love it here, the food is truly delicious. It's the best. The vibe is adorable too.

A great experience, friendly staff, really tasty pizza. Lots of crestive pizza options!

I love 163 pizza. I go there very frequently. They are one of the very few pizza places in new haven that has gluten free options which are actually quality gf pizza. The spinaki pizza pie is one of my favorites. The fries and meatballs are great too. The staff is very friendly and they make the food super quick. The location is great, a short walking distance from Orange st. read more

I was on a quest for an excellent pizza & this fine establishment was highly recommended. I ordered the small cheese with garlic and my Queen had the small sausage. Fortunately, we were not disappointed. The pizzas were not too saucy, and the garlic was simply icing on the cake. I have no complaints!!! My Queen was extremely happy also...so far this establishment is number 1 on my pizza quest... read more

One 6 Three - Small cheese pizza with garlic - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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This American Margherita Pie is amazing, I loved the people here too! So welcoming and friendly. Must have in New Haven! read more

One 6 Three - This American Margherita Pie is amazing, I loved the people here too! So welcoming and friendly. Must have in New Haven! - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

We love One 6 Three! They've continued to offer curbside pickup during COVID including online ordering. Not only do they have delicious pizza and a nice mix of sandwiches, salads and apps, but they are dog friendly too (outdoor seating). We always bring our basset hound in the car to pick up our takeout orders, but definitely will bring him when outside dining is allowed again. Our favorite pizzas are the Scamp, and the Sweet & Salami. Have tried at least 5 of their sandwiches as well and all were stellar. Also big fans of their poutine. Keep up the great work! read more

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I was very impressed with this place! At first, it looks like it may be a takeout only restaurant, but upon further inspection, they have a cozy dine in option and chairs outside. We went for my sister's birthday and pulled up two tables, which were able to fit 10 people. They gave us two pitchers of water for the table (picture for comedic effect). Five of us were able to split two large pizzas. We ordered the brussels (which is brussel sprouts- I am not the biggest fan of this vegetable) but accompanied with the balsamic drizzle and buttery bread it was great!! I also enjoyed the margherita pizza (a classic). I feel as if this place is a hidden gem and overall I was very pleased with their portions. I will be back!! read more

One 6 Three - American Margherita Pie and Brussels Pie - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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This place rocks! Myself and two friends got prime seats at the bar where we were able to see all of the pizzas being made and coming hot out of the wood fired oven. It was awesome! I had been dying to try the Memphis Pizza after a friend of mine told me that it had blueberries and chicken on it. I'm always game for trying new flavors and food. I actually love that a lot. Surprise me with something I have never had before. Challenge accepted. The Memphis has their grandma's BBQ sauce as the base, pulled pork OR shredded chicken, caramelized onions, feta, mozzarella & fresh blueberries. Damn! It was amazing! We also got The King- Peanut butter sauce as the base, smoked bacon, caramelized walnuts & mozzarella. It was drizzled with their cranberry-honey jam after it came out of the oven. LOVE it. We were told the next time we come in we should try the Brussels pizza. I really love the creativity and uniqueness of One 6 Three. They absolutely win in my book. We also shared a Cubano. Slow roasted, mojo marinated pulled pork, honey ham, swiss cheese, dijon mustard and their house made pickled red onions & pickles. Served on a pressed Italian sub. Comes with side of pickles. Homerun. The whole visit. Next time you are visiting East Rock Brewery, this is the place to order some food from too. Enjoy! read more

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Continued our New Haven Pizza tour at One 6 Three ... we had been holding out to sit outside and enjoy a seasonal pie. When we saw their post advertising their heirloom tomato pie, we knew the time was now! We learned that One 6 Three's heirloom tomato pie is a seasonal reflection of their traditional margherita pie. We were not disappointed! Their crust embodied the New Haven thin style crispy-ness but still had a substantial feel to it. We loved their outdoor seating and herb garden, as well as how they served their pies on tomato cans! Their menu is creative and we would love to return to try some of their other pies and menu offerings! read more

One 6 Three - Heirloom Tomato Pie - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

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Ordered meatballs as a starter which came with crostini. Followed up with the Heirloom pie. Fast service and fantastic food. Outside sitting available but we sat in to watch the pizza making. What a great recommendation from my colleague read more

One 6 Three - Great pizza from the oven. - Pizza Near Me - New Haven, Connecticut

Very impressed with this place! I wanted some New Haven style pizza - but with it being a Friday night I figured the more popular places would be super busy so I did some research and found this place. I ordered around 3:05 and they said the order would be ready by 3:20, super quick. I'll start with the appetizers - I ordered fries and cheese curds. They were both delicious but the best part was the sauces that went with them. It was easy to tell all of their sauces were homemade and they were so good, my favorite was the ranch, I love ranch and this may have been the best I've ever tried. The cheese curds themselves were pretty oily, but still had a delicious flavor. The pizza was also very good, thin crust and cooked perfectly, not too 'burnt'. However, my only complaint with the pizza was that the sauce was kind of boring...lacking flavor which surprised me considering how good the other sauces were. The price for this place was very affordable too. For a large pepperoni pizza (extra pepperoni), an order of cheese curds, and a small order of fries (huge portion!!) it was only $28. Definitely would go back here. read more

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