If you're looking for a small piece of Italy in Jersey City, Ita Italian Kitchen is it…read more This place has become my go-to and for good reason. The moment you walk in, the hospitality wraps around you the staff genuinely makes you feel like family. That kind of warmth is hard to fake and even harder to find. I started with the Focaccia with Garlic Oil simple, perfect, dangerous because you'll eat the whole thing before your entrée arrives. Then the Spicy Rigatoni with Shrimp? Absolutely not to be skipped. The sauce has the right amount of heat, the shrimp were cooked perfectly, and every bite just made sense. I've been back multiple times and it never misses. If you haven't been, you're late...go fix that.

Interesting food choices-started with a Margherita pizza which was excellent…read moreBut the fried Calamari was one of the best I've ever had-non greasy yet crispy. Only downside was the non traditional Chicken Parm -thicker thank usual -more like a baked Italian chicken cutlet The service was bipolar-server was aloof and unfriendly in contrast to the 2 women who were friendly and helpful

All the reviews are spot on, The Razza pizza has pure…read moreingredients and Amazing flavor. The pies are very small but I didn't mind, I just bought another pie. The takeout front desk people were so gracious and Amazing they had excellent customer service skills and vibes.

I kept hearing great things about Razza and finally got the chance to visit! I arrived with a…read morefriend around 8PM and was luckily able to get a table. I do recommend making reservations if you wanted to stop by the area. We started off with the kale Caesar and the meatballs. Both were good, but nothing spectacular. As for the pizza, we ordered the Santo and the yellow Margherita. Truthfully, I don't think these pizzas lived up to the hype. While the texture was good and the ingredients tasted fresh, it didn't do much for me. After hearing about all of the hype around this place, it just didn't meet my expectations. The price is fairly steep for a small pie, and I was not blown away. I think it's worth a try, but I'm not in a rush to come back unfortunately.

They have wonderful customer service. I don't recall her name but she brought me utensils, a place…read moremat, my food, and took some of my trash! I wish my salad came out before my pizza but I was totally fine with the order. Pizza was delicious, sauce was incredible. The salad was absolutely delicious. I can't wait to come back and try it their pasta next. I got a fountain soda since it was free refills on it and the establishment was very clean, the service I cannot emphasize how wonderful the customer service was and I am more than thrilled to come back. Bathroom was clean, establishment was clean, lovely 10 out of 10.

I used to be a regular a long ways back when I lived in the area. It was always solid for slices…read moreand a pie. I was recently passing thru and stopped in. Wow complete gut renovations and interior. I think some of IG/social media advertising has helped spread the work about this place. Anyhow we got 2 large pies. Still pumping out great pies. Renatos' - In!

I'm a fan of the pizza but not the chicken parm. It was $10, the sauce and everything about it…read morewas flavorless and was meh at best. Maybe I had higher expectations since their pizza still is one of the best around town.

Might be the best slice in Jersey City. And it's huge. And it's pretty cheap. Just a great piece of…read morepizza when you're not looking for a whole pie or some of that fancy schmancy thin crust $24 a pie stuff.

It took an afternoon of jury duty to finally get me out to Larry & Joe's…read more This decades old pizzeria is no frills: no display case, no card either. The menu is pizzeria standard: slices, pies, hot and cold subs. Not wanting to wait for a fresh pie, I snagged a slice of plain Chewy crust, slightly sweet cause, easy on the grease and priced right at $2.50

(Tookout 04/12/2025 SA @ 5:00pm): The love was real for Larry & Joe's neighborhood pizzeria!…read more In my quest to explore the various cuisine scenes throughout Jersey City and specifically the Heights, I found a new pizza place for me in Larry & Joe's Pizzeria. If you knew me, I always considered pizza as a separate food group aka the sixth main food group! Established in 1982, this small family-owned cash-only restaurant has been a beloved neighborhood staple known for its authentic Italian pizza along with other Italian dishes and a cozy and family-friendly atmosphere. With a glut of pizza joints, how would this pizzeria from Larry and Joe compare to others I've tried in the neighborhood!? PURCHASE [ONION RINGS/STRAWS/STRINGS ALERT - 3.5 of 5.0 STARS] Onion Rings ($5.00): A large container filled with oddly similarly-sized rings, these were hot, medium-browned, semi-crunchy, and didn't have a tendency to crumble when bitten into while the onion ring (not sweet Maui) stayed intact. They were slightly oily, no dipping sauce given, and surprisingly good. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=48&select=Fo3zPbAgICQdKvznZJsvGA Mozzarella Sticks 6pc ($7.00): Simple finger-sized medium-browned cheese sticks with homemade marinara dipping sauce, we enjoyed them but nothing special to report. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=72&select=XdrF2nAAywvu13PpkK4mIQ Eggplant Parmigiana Sandwich ($10.00): If you knew me, this was my go-to Italian sandwich, and it didn't disappoint. Filled with plenty of thin but meaty slices of breaded eggplant, marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese crammed between a lightly-toasted bun, this was a hearty meal that stuck to your ribs - oof! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=72&select=8R68F6zBwAxy4vcpvi8wzw Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich ($10.00): My friend opted for this lightly-toasted bun stuffed with many thin but meaty slices of breaded chicken, marinara sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese, it was good but not better than the eggplant! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=72&select=p7slICln5ZVWgsqatlY8WQ 18" 8pc Broccoli Pizza + Mushrooms ($19.00 + $3.00): Still in the throes of no-meat during Lent, we chose this interesting option with an additional topping for more flavor. This was a massive pizza with a ton of fresh toppings, mozzarella cheese, and tomato sauce with an incredibly crispy yet soft crust. This was simply an impressive pie, indeed! https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=72&select=-5ich-E3lcSWgrzXYPVisA SERVICE I called ahead and placed my order with a friendly gentleman whose name I couldn't recall. I was told it would be ready within 45 minutes which was fine. I arrived a bit early to a very busy pizzeria, to which I waited an extra 15 minutes before my order was done and packed up. No worries, as I watched TV and simply observed the "mayhem" in this place. I wasn't in a hurry, so all was good - grazie! PARKING (Street; N/A this instance) This was an easy flat 20-minute walk from my friend's place. Otherwise, there appeared to be plenty of spots (no known private lot) along the main drag of Newark Ave. and all surrounding roads - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A simple interior layout https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=48&select=YA57QUy6J9z38Y_Kkkay_A with a tidy dining area of booths and a couple of small tables, a bar table along one wall, and the order counter that looked into the kitchen at the back. Several framed pictures of family members adorned a brick wall while the menu https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=72&select=4AsL8gHDPNd5MobPtL3MyA was posted on another wall. Plenty of natural lighting came through the front window and door while soul-sucking fluorescent electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There was one TV (volume on) while there wasn't any background music. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=48&select=4WAmbzYptvChB1edodHcSQ ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL Larry & Joe's Pizzeria was an incredible example of a close-knit family eatery that was lovingly supported by the neighborhood and vice versa, which gave me the warm-and-fuzzies. From tasty food, large portions, reasonable prices, good menu selection, and wonderful service, this place hit all of the feels. And, I always loved supporting small businesses whenever possible. I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $54.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). Sadly, they were CASH ONLY (my only knock), so no AMEX! 4.0 STARS

Food: I did a cheese slice again this time, a wild…read moreimprovement! Great cheese to sauce ratio, and full of flavor. I like that it's brick oven-- took a point off overall because even though it's crispy it's still got the little brunt taste on parts of the crust. Service: Who wouldn't want to sit and eat when they are greeted by none other than Puff the magic dragon ! A lovely human very chipper with pigtails, ready to serve. Ambiance: Spanish music, not too loud Christmas bake off on the tv No frills type of place, so I wasn't expecting high end Italian jazz or anything of the sort. Will stop in again!

I am leaving this review because I want people, particularly people of color, to understand my…read moreexperience before deciding whether to patronize this establishment. I asked the owner a simple question about the frosting on a cake because I wanted to understand the ingredients for allergy reasons. The cakes are personally made by the owner, so there is no packaged bakery label that I could simply look at. I was asking a reasonable question about food I was considering giving my child. Instead of simply answering my question, the owner became extremely rude and belittling toward me and went off on me in front of my young son and other people in the restaurant. During the interaction, the owner told me herself how stressful and difficult it was to be behind the counter and run the establishment as she was short handed because her staff keeps quitting. I genuinely tried to be supportive. I told her that I wanted women to win, regardless of their shade, and I offered to help her stock her shelves for free because I wasn't busy. She declined and said she did not need my help. Before that, however, she had asked me what I did for a living and what companies I worked for. She then told me that what I do for a living was nothing compared to what she does. That interaction was deeply disrespectful. She had no idea who I was, what my professional background was, or what I could contribute, yet she made assumptions about me and diminished my work after questioning me about it. As a Brown woman, I experienced the way I was treated as racially motivated. I cannot speak to what was in her mind, but I can speak to what happened to me and how I experienced it. What happened afterward made the experience even more concerning. The owner sent me a private message attacking my character, calling me "strange," dismissing my professional experience, and telling me that I needed therapy for my "stress and anger issues." She also criticized the way I supposedly speak to my child and used that to make judgments about my character. That accusation is particularly disturbing because she did not witness me speaking to my child in the inappropriate manner she described. That did not happen. She made an assumption about my parenting and presented it as though she had witnessed something inappropriate when she did not. There is also a contradiction in her comments about stress. During our interaction, she was the one who told me that running the business and being behind the counter was stressful and difficult. Rather than responding to my feedback about how I experienced her behavior, she later used "stress and anger issues" to attack me personally. I am sharing this review because I believe people deserve to know the full context of my experience. Customers should be able to ask reasonable questions about ingredients, especially when allergies are involved, without being belittled, questioned about their profession, having their work diminished, or being personally attacked. I came into this establishment willing to support another woman-owned business. I left feeling deeply disrespected and, as a Brown woman, concerned about how I was treated. I will not be returning.

The pizza was definitely crispy. The undercarriage was spot on. I would try a pinwheel with hot…read morehoney, a vodka chicken pizza, or the trio pizza if you ever go. The Hudson River is a short walk away, and the area itself was not hectic when I went. The staff visited with me and were super friendly, even told me about the original location in Brooklyn. Make sure you go to one of the locations if not this location.

Great place to stop and grab slices! Nice seating area outside as well. Walkable from pierread more

Phenomenal. Do they make them on the spot? Yes. Is the wait short? Yes. Are the pizzas good?…read moreYes,phenomenal.

GREAT pizza. First time: ordered delivery. Second time:…read morepicked up. Both times it was great. Place is really small but there is some outdoor seating. They also sell portioned out gelato, the pistachio was OK, loved that it wasn't overly sweet. Definitely recommend if you're in the area.

Low Fidelity is such a cool Jersey City spot with a laid-back, neighborhood vibe. The cucumber…read moresalad was surprisingly one of my favorite things, fresh, crisp, and a really nice balance to the heavier food. They also have a great beer selection, with enough variety that there's something for everyone without feeling overwhelming. Overall, it's a fun, casual place with good food, good drinks, and the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to hang out for a while. Definitely a spot I'd come back to

Stoped in here hearing it was a great spot. And it is. We sat at the bar and had some drinks. I…read moreordered the margarita Detroit style pizza and it was amazing. The staff was very pretty and very helpful and cheerful. The lay out is cool with a hipster bar vibe. Definitely check it out

Good fired coal pizza , worth the experience , it's one of a kind great food and serviceread more

Had such an amazing experience at Grimaldi's Pizzeria on a weekday night with my mom and my…read morepartner. We decided to keep it simple and shared two large pies--and wow, we were seriously impressed. First off, the size of the pizzas is no joke. You definitely get your money's worth, and then some. But what really blew us away was the taste--perfectly crisp crust, rich sauce, and that classic, authentic flavor that's hard to beat. The service was outstanding--friendly, attentive, and made us feel right at home. The ambiance was just as impressive: comfortable, relaxed, and perfect for an easy, enjoyable night out. Honestly, it might just be the best pizza you can get in Jersey. We were all kind of shocked at how good it was... to the point where we barely left any crumbs behind to take home. Simple, delicious, and absolutely worth it. Can't wait to go back.