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    3.3 (126 reviews)
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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Large pie for $16.00
    J. R.

    Pros: Two star for fast local delivery and low cost for $16 pie. ... Cons: Rude owners and workers. ONLY CASH! The pizza is tasteless with very little sauce. Seems like Low quality mozzarella. Crust is hard to chew with no wow factor. No masks or gloves are worn by any employees or the owners. Rude in person/ phone demeanor. Didn't take my order properly; delivered improper order.

    Canny F.

    What's that familiar scent? We followed our nose (with mask on of course) to this pizzeria. The doors and windows were wide opened so we decided to give it a try during our walk. Ordered a slice for 2.75 and it was okay. They were generous on the cheese and the sauce was sweet but the crust and dough overall was very flimsy and bland. When he tried to fold the slice in half, it broke and everything was sliding off the slice and onto the plate.

    Large pepperoni pie cost $23.

    Great pies,friendly service, and old fashioned pizzeria. Counter service with walk up window. Nothing fancy.

    Meini C.

    Was in the neighborhood errands and craved pizza. Decided to come check this place out because it was the closest one. From the pizza on display. We decided to go with the margarita slice and a regular square pizza. To my surprise the margarita slice was full of flavor. The square slice was average.

    Adam G.

    I stopped here for a quick slice before a meeting. As a first time visitor to NYC, this place hits all the marks for a great pizza place. All of The slices are fresh. They had 4 or 5 different kinds. I am guessing none of the pies were more than 20 mins. old. I had a slice of White and a slice of Margherita, both were great. Prices were good too. I think two slices and an drink was $13. Pizza Den is just one of thousands of pizza places that give NYC such a great reputation for pizza.

    Mmmmm mmmm good!
    Sarah J.

    Just came off of 14 hour shift hungry and tired. I called the pizza den and asked them if they can have a pie ready for me at 12:30 when I would be heading home and he said absolutely.when I showed up my pizza was just coming out of the oven and it smelled marvelous. I don't know what's with all the bad reviews but I love this place. The owner is actually very nice. Maybe people don't understand his personality. As far as the food, everything I've ever ordered from here has been delicious. So glad they're only a few blocks away from my apartment too!

    Plain Slices
    Tiffany L.

    First off, when I arrived, a guy was on his phone texting and then proceeded to pick up two slices of pizza without gloves on to warm up (fun fact: the saying "phones have more germs and bacteria than toilets" is highly accurate). Nonetheless, I've been here multiple times before this and the service was wonderful. Next time, I will just be cautious and request someone with CLEAN HANDS. As for the person who commented on the lukewarm pizza, I don't know what you're talking about. My slices were still hot after I got home. Granted, I didn't eat them, but the paper bag was hot. I'm genuinely disappointed because I was starving but did not want to consume a bunch of germs. Based on prior experiences, the pizza is crispy, greasy, and cheesy - everything you want in a slice. The sauce is robust and delicious. If it wasn't for the service, I would have given five stars.

    Louis P.

    I lived across the street from this place for 28 years, i'm not being bias because of that i'm being honest when i say it's some of the best pizza in New York. John and Sal have been working there forever and stay open until the last slice is sold (which can literally be 4am on weekends). I know the ovens they use are part of why it's so good, but i can't say i know the rest of their secrets... The absolute two best slices they have are the fresh mozzarella and thre "white" slice, which is covered the mozarella and ricotta cheese. I prefer the square slices to the triangles. Their "special" rice balls are also amazing which are sliced open and stuffed with extra cheese and sauce. I might have eaten over 150 chicken rolls from Pizza Den in my lifetime, sprinkle a little crushed red pepper and you'll have me floating! Prices are reasonable considering how much the cost of pizza has increased over the past few years but a regular slice is still $2.25. They also have an old fruit punch/grapeade fountain that's probably been running longer than i've been on this earth! There is a small sitting area in the back but it's better to sit on a stool up front and catch all the action, there's always a bunch of characters walking by because it's right by a busy bus stop and also the D train. If you are ever in the 18th avenue area of Bensonhurst you should stop by and eat at a bare bones Brooklyn pizza joint that is absolutely delicious and represents what this neighborhood is all about.

    Squishy, floppy, and sad. $5.50 for 2 slices

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    Pizza was good for a quick bite but a bit greasy. If you don't mind it then this place is good for any slices.

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    Don't let the interior fool you, the quality of food here is too notch! The employees are friendly and the service is great!

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    The man that works there is a bit rude. There was barely any acknowledgement whatsoever.

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    Don't pay the old guy before you get your pizza in hand because he won't give it back after he's done cursing you out

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    Juliana's

    Juliana's

    4.4
    (3k reviews)
    6.6 mi
    $$

    This was our second pizza stop in the city and it might be my favorite!…read more Ordered two medium pies, which was more than enough for our party of 4. We got the margherita and the no. 3 special and I really liked both! The toppings were great and the crust was delicious. The margherita was my favorite and getting a slice with a good amount of cheese on it was simply amazing. Service was good in taking our order and explaining the menu. One thing to note is that they only take orders by the pie. Plenty of seating inside, there was a short line at around 12:30 PM on a Saturday but it moved super fast. Great Pizza Spot in Brooklyn and worth the visit!

    Decent sauce, nice toppings, but what's up with the soggy crust?…read more Being wanting to visit this famous pizza spot for the last few years. Came here in the past and always a line out the door so didn't bother. Finally had a chance to try yesterday for late lunch with a friend when there were many empty tables inside, so no line and no waiting. We ordered a medium Margarita based pizza with pepperoni & roasted peppers toppings. We were really surprisd the pizza came out in less than 5 minutes after waiter served us our drink order. Upon biting into it, right away what popped up in my head is 'why is the pizza crust so soggy?' Maybe the knife & fork on the table should've been a dead give away. One saving Grace is the sauce does have a sweetness to it, not tangy like some other famous shop in the Village. And also the 2 toppings were tasty enough to save this dining experice. Before leaving the restaurant, asked our waiter about the crust, he said since restaurant wasn't busy, the kitchen had already pre-made the pizzas, so it was just a matter of heating it and bring it out, hence the fast service. Pro-tip: next time (a big if for this reviewer), one must ask the crust be 'well-done,' in order to get its texture to the desired degree of cripiness that one should expect from what should have been an iconic pizza place in NYC.

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    White Pizza with Sausage (personal)
    White Pizza with Sausage (personal)
    White Pizza with Sausage (personal)

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    Di Fara Pizza

    Di Fara Pizza

    4.0
    (4.2k reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    Wow. This is a review of Di Fara frozen pizza from Target. More specifically, Di Fara frozen pizza…read morefrom the Target Store in Richfield, Minnesota location. I tried looking up this pizza from Target Richfield for a review, but it sent me to the NYC location, so forgive me if this review is in the wrong thread. Anyway, wow. I've been to New York City and ate at the original Joe's Pizza. What an epic slice of pizza. Now back home in Minneapolis, Minnesota, the great white north of snow that never ends, I finally tried the frozen Di Fara pepperoni pizza from Target no less. Sorry Joe's, but this is on par with your pizza (if it was frozen). Dave Portnoy was right with his high review. This pizza is very good. The thick cut pepperoni, great basil, and the crisp chewy crust was excellent for a frozen pizza. Nice under carriage as well. I cooked the pizza at 480 degrees in an electric pizza oven for 10 minutes, and the result was very good. I added a drizzle of hot honey, and it was spectacular (okay, I also added some fresh picked jalapeños as well). The pizza was hot and melted in the center, and the crust was very crisp, but still had some chew. Wow. This was the best frozen pizza I have had. Bar none. New York, you spoiled me when it came to pizza. Now I can get a taste of New York at home. Great job! I may or may not eat the last 3 pieces currently sitting in the fridge before bed.

    Used to come frequently when Dom was alive. Watching him make a pizza was a true art form. He had…read moregrace, discipline, and love. He would pull the pans with his bear hand out of the oven and generously drizzle olive oil from a rustic copper container over every pie. He would then meticulously inspect the dough for bubbles. Then pop back in the oven for the imported olive oil to permeate and create a beautiful glistening coat. And once cooked he would then graciously cut basil on top of the pie. Dom has now passed but his legacy continues. I've always compared the then pie vs now. And like most things,, nothing beats the original. This is still a very good slice. I once rated them as the best in NYC. Unfortunately, its not at the very top but still on the podium. Coming back feels like you are saying hello to an old friend. If you haven't been, you have to try at least once.

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    Super fun, if slightly tight dining room.
    Super fun, if slightly tight dining room.
    Crispy handles firm to soft edges
    Crispy handles firm to soft edges
    Di Fara Special Pie- 8 slices, sausage, peppers, mushrooms and onion. $35 or so. Tasty crust. A bit salty for toppings as expected

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    Ace's Pizza

    Ace's Pizza

    4.7
    (276 reviews)
    7.8 mi
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    I am a huge fan of Ace's Pizza. There aren't many Detroit style pizza shops in NYC but Ace's is one…read moreof my go-to's. I think this is what Detroit pizza should taste like (haven't been to MI) but it's one of my favorite types of pizza besides classic NY or Sicilian. They have a variety of flavors and various sizes including personal to large. The prices are reasonable and portions are filling. I went on a busy Friday night for take out and the host was great. She got me set up and ready within 10 minutes. The shop was busy at 11pm to closing and everyone looked like they were having a good time. It's a bar pizza shop in the heart of Williamsburg. Accepts cash, card and Applepay. Open late! Indoor seating and takeout available. I think outdoor seating is available as well.

    Aces Pizza hits that rare sweet spot,great vibes, banger food, and genuinely attentive staff. Big…read moreshout out to Gilian for getting my party sat quickly despite how busy it was. It has become my go-to whether I'm fueling up before a night out or attempting to resurrect myself the day after. The food comes out quick and consistently punches above its weight,easily some of the best in its class. The staff are super friendly and nail that perfect balance between attentive and laid-back, which fits right in with the spot's chill 90s vibe. And do yourself a favor, order the root beer. It comes in a frozen mug and is probably the most uplifting thing you'll ever put in your mouth. Fair warning:,the place gets packed, If you can make a reservation.

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    Cheese (Medium)
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    Luigi's Pizza

    Luigi's Pizza

    4.3
    (668 reviews)
    3.8 mi
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    Luigi's is by far a superior top notch slice of pizza. What makes Luigi's great is the staff and…read moreowner who really takes his craft and his passion serious. The owner even stopped to have a chat with me which as busy as it was I'm sure he really didn't have to. All the videos you see online about how great a person he is really is true. Luigi's isn't he biggest place on the block but it's cranking out amazing pizza like a factory still giving it that old school pizza joint vibe. . The regular slice was perfectly crisp with a nice sauce. But that grandma slice was on another level probably the best grandma slice I've ever had that's should mean something growing up in NYC and eating eating pizza all over since I was a kid. If I'm ever in Brooklyn in the area of Luigi's I'm definitely headed back.

    Cuisine: 7 Service: 6…read moreDecor: 5 Value: 10 Overall: 7 One of the most famous slices of pizza in all of Brooklyn for many years. On my most recent visit, a whole fresh plain pizza pie for still only $22.75 is insane. Best price for a pie in NYC, not counting all the dollar slice stores since they make shit pizza. We ordered a whole pie half plain and half pepperoni, which is only $2.50 more. What I notice right away is the zesty tomato sauce, which Has love. However, I must admit that the crust was a bit too hard for my taste. Yes! It was crispy, but biting through it was somewhat difficult. Overall a good slice, but maybe the dough was off a bit that day. Regardless, Luigi's Pizza is an institution and I will be back again next time I'm in the area. Hopefully, I get a great slice like the ones I remember from the past.

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    Front of the place on 5th Ave
    L&B Spumoni Gardens

    L&B Spumoni Gardens

    4.2
    (5k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    FYI: This restaurant does the catering in Heaven. If you need a better reference, I will light a…read morecandle for you next time I visit the Holy See. For me, I only eat the square pie. I can still remember the first time I saw the sauce on top; I was curious until I ate my first piece. Then I knew that a Master Pie Chef was in the kitchen and that I was spoiled for life. Eggplant Rollatine. One of the greatest inventions in culinary history. At L&B, they pay tribute to this dish of Kings in a way that does not surprise me, after all, this is L&B! Parm. Sammies. Oh wow, especially the chicken! Oh wow! OK, I am stuck. Just eat one. You will thank me. This ain't no fancy joint. You come here for the heavenly food. Don't be a gagootz. Yes I am Italian-American and yes I travel to Italy and eat amazing food. I am also a cook and experienced Gelato maker. May you live a long healthy life filled with the finest Italian cuisine!

    Summer means..beach, feeling carefree and EATING OUT! Those hazy, crazy days of lounging, kissed by…read morethe sun and PIZZA! Gravesendians, Bay Ridgians and Bensonhurstians consider themselves lucky to live near the one and only L and B Spumoni Gardens. As we all know, L and B are famous for their king of all kings, Sicilian Square slice. This little square of perfection has delighted and mesmerized foodies who travel from far distant highways to devour this little slice of heaven. The Sicilian square "features a crispy crust, pillow-soft dough in the center, and is uniquely assembled with mozzarella cheese on the bottom and a rich tomato sauce on top". We call it the inverted pizza slice because sauce ideally is on the bottom and mozzarella cheese bubbling on top. I visited L and B for my pizza cheat on a really sunny summer like day last week and waited on line, yes, on a Wednesday afternoon there was a line.. I went up to the window and placed my order and waited ten minutes more for a fresh out of the oven pie to come out. I was asked which corner of this gorgeous pizza universe I wanted. " The slightly charred corner, please". I found my table and devoured two squares. I was getting my summer groove on. The slices were fresh, bubbly sauce, the melted mozzarella on the focaccia bread.. made my day! Is it possible for pizza to deliver this warm and fuzzy feelings? You better believe it! Ready to get your summer groove on? Then take the N train to 86th Street and get your PIZZA GROOVE on! L and B Spumoni Gardens 2725 86th Street Also, there is a DUMBO location in Brooklyn Heights close to the waterfront

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    "Rainbow Spumoni" (Vanilla, Chocolate, Pistachio)
    "Rainbow Spumoni" (Vanilla, Chocolate, Pistachio)
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    Brooklyn DOP

    Brooklyn DOP

    4.3
    (111 reviews)
    4.8 mi

    Got a TGTG order here. 11/10 I'd do it again…read more Brooklyn DOP actually originated as a pandemic business where my friend's personal trainer started baking pizzas outside of his Greenwood Heights apartment. When the hype got large enough, the owner decided to start a pizzeria and the rest is not history. This is one of the more worthwhile TGTG orders to me. Their pizza is SOOO perfectly crisp and charred, and actually is one of the closest pizzas that reminds me of the famous originals in Napoli.

    Overall 5/5: I am not a pizza person and don't eat dairy but wanted a nostalgic New York slice…read more This place definitely hit the spot. Expensive though, about $55 dollars for a vegan 18-inch Margherita pie with 3 toppings. Was it worth it for the experience? Yes. Would I recommend to someone who wanted to try it at least once for a good dairy-free pizza? Absolutely, I couldn't even tell this was vegan cheese. Would I get it again? Maybe (?) once in a while as a treat with price being the only barrier. Service 5/5: This was great. I came here the other day to inquire about their vegan pizza and just wanted to try a slice. The person found his manager to talk to me about this. They were super friendly and explained to me the situation. This location only sold vegan options in full pies and their other DOP Fast Life location does sell vegan slices, but they didn't try to push me to buy. I came back today and the staff today were also very welcoming. Ambiance 5/5: Rustic red brick interior with warm lighting. It was definitely bustling on a Friday night. Food 5/5: Delicious pizza. I do regret that I ate it cold after driving 30 minutes to pick it up so I did not get the full experience. But the crust was still crunchy. I do wish the toppings were a little heavier but the tomato chunks in the sauce tasted very fresh. A very classic New York style pizza and I couldn't even tell it wasn't real cheese. Vegan garlic knots were great too.

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    Nona Mena (grandma) and DOP Sicicilian
    Nona Mena (grandma) and DOP Sicicilian
    "Giusepp" (NY Style) pizza. $3.75 + tax + tip

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    Patsy's Pizzeria

    Patsy's Pizzeria

    4.3
    (700 reviews)
    5.3 mi
    $$

    Grew up in New York, but have been in Texas for 50 years. With very few exceptions, Italian food in…read moreTexas is not particularly /ut B/ /hen I/ /tic I/, is overpriced, and fails miserably when compared to Northeast Italian food. So, eating at this restaurant before the Bruce Springsteen concert, the other night was a thrill. Ate with lifelong friends. We shared several appetizers, including meatballs, a margarita, pizza, bake clams, and spicy shrimp. All were delicious. I had a seafood pasta with squid ink that was memorable. Lots of seafood and the pasta was fantastic! Nice bottle of wine at a reasonable price. Good service. Frankly, I think the prices were cheaper than what I pay in Austin area, and the food and venue were authentic and much better than in Texas!

    Patsy's Pizzeria delivers where it matters most: the food. I stopped in with a party of three…read morearound 430pm. The Margherita pizza was perfect. Fresh mozzarella, a nicely thin crisped crust, sweet tomato sauce, and fresh basil makes this simple pizza taste great. The fried calamari also impressed. It tasted notably fresh--light, clean, and not overly chewy like pre-frozen versions can sometimes be. While I can't say for certain, it had that just-prepared quality that makes a difference. The Caprese salad was a great way to start the meal, with fresh tomatoes, creamy burrata, and a balsamic drizzle was a nice light start. The atmosphere leans old-school Italian, which adds to the charm and character. Service was fine--nothing remarkable, but no major issues either. That said, my overall rating takes a big hit solely for the restaurants ridiculous tipping policy choices rather than the food itself. The automatic 20% gratuity added to the bill was frustrating. The menu does indicate that 18%, will automatically apply, or will be 20% for parties of six or more. We were only three people, so it felt inconsistent and unnecessary. On top of that, the added cost for credit card usage didn't help. I don't mind tipping for good service! In fact, I tip well--but I prefer having the choice and I'm old school so it's the principle of the matter. Being forced into it, takes away from an otherwise enjoyable meal. Bottom line: the food is strong and worth trying, but the billing practices leave a bad taste. If those were adjusted, this could easily be a higher-rated experience.

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    Original Pizza
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