Pistana Brothers

If ever there was a reason to travel to Troy, NY just for pizza I promise you, you will not regret…read morethe drive and it's well worth it! Pizza was so damn delicious I forgot to take time out to take a picture, won't forget next time. Owner, has great conversation and very diverse staff! Ben's Pizza in Soho, NY was my favorite until I went to DeFazio's. Not comparing the two but hands down just say'n!

DeFazio's has exploded in popularity in recent years because of rave reviews from pizza purists…read more It's critically acclaimed as not only one of the premier pizzerias in the Cap District, but some (me) say it's a top ranker across the country. And that ranking is well deserved. You get a strong familial feel walking into DeFazio's. If you're lucky enough to meet the Boss himself (he will actually be wearing a shirt that says "Boss"), he will give you a history lesson on the pizzeria, his family, and the state of pizz-ology Nationwide. He proudly proclaims that he is still The Sauce Guy around these parts because he has to keep up the quality control. There's something special about eating at a restaurant where the owner cares that much about the product, and they want you to as well. I encourage you to take the plunge and order the General Tso's pizza. It sounds insane, I know. But if you grew up eating this stuff, it will take you back to a time where you were traversing a mall food court and eating free samples (funny enough, that was the inspiration for this pizza). A lot of chicken-based pizzas will have red sauce as a base, but this is actually replaced with the Tso's special blend which has a beautiful sweet-heat to it. If you're coming here for the first time, it's nice to also balance a pizza like that out with a classic. Maybe a cheese or something similar. That way you can try out the red sauce and cheese in its purest form. I had the pleasure of walking through a cheese packing session that was going on in the restaurant, so I got to see that raw mozz up close, maybe 20 pounds of it. At that moment, I felt as though I was approaching enlightenment. When fully melted on that 'za, this cheese has the ideal mix of density and squish. DeFazio's has a special place in my heart. Your time here will make you feel like you are in a pizza sitcom. And you will leave with a feeling that you may have just had some of the best pizza of your life.

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Garden

Vecchia Casa Pizza

4.8(4 reviews)

1.2 mi

The thin crust cheese pizza got me in the door witha great sauce to cheese ratio and a crispy…read morecrust. Branched out and tried chicken masala and eggplant dinners and was impressed with the al dente pasta with both sauces. Really good ingredients. My new go to pizza place in South Troy.

I tried a chicken bacon ranch calzone from here. We spoke to the guy working behind the counter for…read morea bit. I did notice the place is spectacularly clean. They opened up a couple of months ago but still, remarkably clean for a pizza place. I really like the calzone, the dough was light and the quality of the ingredients in the calzone were great. I would eat here again!

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8 cut classic cheese pizza

Amante Pizza

3.7(113 reviews)

3.1 mi

This place has deliciously "greasy" slices, just like I love to get in NYC. It's the kind that…read moredrips down your chin & your mouth is flooded with amazing flavor, napkins required. Wouldn't want it any other way. I've also had their mozzarella sticks, onion rings & wings. Can't complain about anything. You can't go wrong here. Service is on point, fast & friendly. You can eat in or takeout. Either way, their food is stellar.

After a travel day from hell and arriving 10pm at my hotel instead of 3pm as planned, I was…read moreexhausted and hungry. Lucky for me there were some places open. I checked it out online and ordered a small Pepperoni pizza and beef shawarma wrap. It said 45min delivery but arrived in 15min hot and fresh. Delivery man was cordial, food was tasty and fresh. What more so you want. May try some of their other dishes this week since so convenient and decent price.

Cheese Pizza

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Uncle Doms American Pizza

4.3(6 reviews)

2.5 mi

I'm going to start out with a tip. Ask to have your 4-cut pizza cut into 12 slices. (Easy math…read moreconversion if you get an 8-cut instead.) I've never been to Detroit and only had Detroit style pizza at one other restaurant which just so happens to also be local. I read that the chef at that other restaurant was originally from Detroit and was therefore quite knowledgeable and experienced in making the Detroit style. I've enjoyed the pizza there enough to have returned several times. So, I was anxious to try Uncle Dom's when I heard about it last week. After all, it's about 25 miles closer to home. I've Googled Detroit style pizza in the past and learned that it "is a rectangular pizza with a thick crust that is crispy and chewy. It is traditionally topped with Wisconsin brick cheese that goes all the way to the edges and caramelizes against the high-sided heavyweight rectangular pan." Uncle Dom's meets that criteria! (Actually, I don't know if the cheese was from Wisconsin.) Google also tells me that Detroit style is 1 1/2" thick. I mention this because Uncle Dom's is slightly thicker than what I've had elsewhere, is awkward and messy to eat when served in Dom's standard size cut (see my above tip), and you're likely to get sauce on your nose! At the pan's edge of a slice, Dom clearly hits the 2-inch mark (see photo). The dough at the center may be 1 1/2" but the generous amount of toppings, especially the delicious sauce, cannot help but kiss the inner top of the takeout box. All that dough is delicious. It has a great flavor on its own, but the caramelized melted cheese at the edges takes it up another notch. Chunks of ham and pineapple on the Hawaiian, blend great flavors with the sauce and dough. Sautéed peppers and onions along with a nicely fenneled sausage, also go great with Dom's sauce and (Wisconsin?) cheese. Love that sausage! Note: Beware of the prices shown on the webpage. They are out of date. My Hawaiian was not $14 but $16, and the Sausage, Peppers, and Onions was not $14 but $18. Both pizzas were well worth the higher cost.

Don't judge a pizza by its bar…read more What you might call a dive bar, I could call a culinary exploration. Located in Eldorado bar in Troy, some might call this place a dive, dumpy, a hole in the wall, but I found it to be a homey and comfortable setting. And, it is exactly what it's not trying to be, an excellent pizza spot. You could randomly stumble in here after a night on the town expecting crappy bar food, and find truly excellent Detroit style pizza. Uncle Doms was a last minute addition to a local pizza tour. We came late, the bar was pretty empty, and we quickly snagged up 6 seats at the bar. We came for pizza and ordered some beverages for our wait. The bar was well staffed and we chatted up the bartenders who were all raving about the pizza, rightfully so. The menu is simple, Detroit style pizza is what they serve. We opted for a large 8 cut plain cheese pie, double cut for sharing. It came in about 20 minutes, cooked fresh and delivered hot and beautiful. Detroit style pizza is a thick cut pizza cooked in a deep sheet pan, cheese covered to the edges to give you the most delicious and burnt cheesy crust, topped with sauce. This pizza was amazing. The crust, while thick, was so light and airy with a crisp and buttery bottom. The cheese and sauce were heavy, but paired perfectly with the thick crust. This pizza is crave worthy, balanced and very unexpected. Highly recommend checking this place out for a casual beer and pizza night. It's seriously unexpected and down right delicious.

A bear hog! ;-)

A backroom for entertainment.

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Sausage, peppers, and onions. Really tasty sausage.

De Fazio's- 216

3.8(26 reviews)

2.2 mi

Our daughter is home from college and wanted to try De Fasios 216 for dinner. We made reservations…read moreand added she has a Nut allergy. We arrived 10 minutes early and were pleased to be seated right away. Inside is beautiful. One complaint about the inside is how loud it is. There is nothing to dampen the sound of all the guest speaking. The waitress came over and at times couldn't hear us either. The waitress was quick to provide us water and ask about drinks. Once she provided drinks, she asked about appetizers. They came out quick and were very very good. Foccacia and Meatballs. That's where it goes awry. We ordered 2 pizzas. 40 minutes went by without additional drinks or the pizza. Others in the dining room that were seated after we received our appetizers received their meals while we waited. There was a moment where the waitress looked over, and realized that she had not checked on us or we had received our pizza and you could see panic come across her face. 10 minutes later, she decides to stop at the table and apologize because there was a " rush on the kitchen, all at one time" however there were five tables in the dining room that were empty in an additional five tables in the bar area that were empty and no one sitting at either bars. We finally received our pizzas, however, you could tell they were rushed as the crust was not crispy and still doughy.. She apologized for having us wait. However, that did not make up for a very bad experience. As always, we ask, would we come back? And to be honest, in Troy there are so many opportunities for us to have Italian or to make our own Italian that I doubt that we will ever make it a second attempt. It's too bad because we love Troy and we love DeFazio's pizza from the original location. I wish them luck and hope that they can figure it out.

DeFazios has done an incredible job with this space and food. It's more elevated food than the…read morepizza shop and a nice open space. The pesto pizza is to die for and the servers are so friendly even on a slammed Saturday night.

Where the magic happens

Pistachio pesto

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Manhattan

I Love New York Pizza

3.6(44 reviews)

3.5 mi

Stopped here on the way to VT from NJ. A bit slower than fast food but so much tastier. Great…read morepizza in the classic NYC tradition.

I love mu pizza fresh out of the oven, so I usually prefer pizza spots where we can dine in as a…read morefamily. From the outside, I always thought this place was small, but it's actually quite spacious, bright, and very clean inside. We're so used to seeing greasy, sticky tables at pizza places, but not here. Everything was spotless--I didn't even feel the need to wipe the table, which is rare for a pizza spot. My husband and I love extra thin and crispy pizza, and this one was exactly how I like it--perfectly balanced and delicious. So many times before when I asked asked for "extra crispy" elsewhere, ended up with a burnt pizza, but this was just right. I couldn't be happier! The staff and the manager were very friendly and helpful. The manager especially made an effort to chat with customers and ensure everyone was happy. They were also very accommodating with the customizations I requested for my pizza. Great service, high-quality and delicious pizza, and a spotless environment. Highly recommend!

Garlic Knots

Regular cheese pizza

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Bacchus

3.7(182 reviews)

2.6 mi

Good food & fun atmosphere. Convenient location for concerts at Troy Music Hall…read more Friendly staff!

chill ambiance, friendly and fast service, delicious food. reasonable prices taboot AND right in…read morethe heart of Troy across the street from the Troy Music Hall. The owner is a great dude, and brings occasional music to the outdoors while dining outside. great place to gather with a couple of friends.

Ambustus small pie with a local IPA

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Red Front Restaurant

3.4(142 reviews)

2.3 mi

I love the Red Front. Their pizza is perfect - crispy crust, great sauce and lots of cheese. It…read moreshould be good because this restaurant has been in existence for over 50 years. We enjoy going there for a delicious Italian dinner or to just sit at the bar and enjoy a pizza. Lucky for me, our home is only 10 minutes away and take-out pizza is always an option.

Red Front is known as an institution in Troy. I was unsure what to expect when I came upon the…read morerestaurant. It is a bit run down from the outside but don't be scared off as I was pleasantly surprised when I walked in. It appears much refreshed on the inside and welcoming. It is a casual gathering place, so do not expect fancy. If you're looking for a pizza and some antipasto salad with wings then this is your place. I found the sauce on the pizza to be on the sweet side, definitely different so just a heads up. Of course its all personal preference so it's neither good or bad depending on how you like it. They are known for their sheet pan C.O.B aka cheese on the bottom pizza which stands out and was good. I also enjoyed their antipasto salad and the vinaigrette was tasty. Lastly, as I looked around they seem to have a loyal following and I dare say many regulars. It's definitely hustle and bustle here but the staff is friendly and they make you feel right at home.

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I Love Pizza of Troy

3.9(117 reviews)

2.5 mi

Came here on a saucy night last weekend and I must say, it still lives up to the hype from my…read morechildhood. Being from Albany, this was my favorite place to grab a slice when I was in Troy. Nothing compared. Imagine being next door to another pizza spot and not having to worry about competing lol. Next door is certainly not it. The prices have gone up to match the times I guess. $8 for two slices and a can of Sprite lol I don't want to age myself but I remember when this was $3 haha. Definitely worth it still. Service still amazing, greeted upon entry. Typical NY hometown pizza joint ambiance. Soooo many specialty slices to choose from. Hot slices coming right up! I wish they would do a vegan pie/slice option. I've been waiting years for that lol...

THE. ABSOLUTE. BEST. PIZZA. EVER. I'm from Texas and I'm so glad I tried this pizza. I honestly…read moredon't think I can have dinner tonight!! Thank you!!

Antipasto

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Flames Pizzeria

4.6(14 reviews)

5.5 mi

The food was really good. We ordered pizzas and appetizers. It was prompt and courteous. I would…read moredefinitely recommend them. I was very surprised and Tiki masala pizza is amazing. It's only the crust.

Great food and great chicken wings. The only thing preventing a five stars review was that there…read morewas a little miscommunication on the order, the order was on a different name or they heard me say a different name. This is no doubt the best pizza in the Scotia Glenville area.

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7 years ago

We stopped after work and ordered a cheese pizza. Everything was great. Service, pizza and the place is super clean. Owners are great and pleasant. Definitely will be back. Keep up the great work. read more

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