Tuesday night is 2 for one pizza night. No wonder they were packed. Their dough is more of a pita consistency... Different which I like with the salad toppings. BYOB. Service was great until when I showed them the free gelato yelp check in deal and they refused to give it to me. One waiter bluntly told me NO! The other one was a little bit more civilized and told me she will speak with the owner. It's been two days and the deal is still posted here. It's bogus. read more

Pizza Vita - Grilled Romano and shrimp salad over pizza - Pizza Near Me - Summit, New Jersey

I'M YELPING AGAIN I'M YELPING AGAIN That might be the worst sentence ever written, but after a year plus away from writing reviews, I'm going to try to come back. So, I figured I'd start with a place I've been going to WAY too often since I've been away. Pizza Vita is owned by the same group that runs Bona Vita Osteria down the street. There aren't really good all pizza places nearby so I was looking forward to this place, and it has not let me down in the slightest. First things first, Neapolitan pizza is kind of soggy in the middle. I saw the No Reservations where Anthony Bourdain had pizza, in Naples. The crust was kind of soggy in the middle. If you like really crispy thin crust pizza, you're welcome to like that, but you don't really like Neapolitan pizza. If I look at the toppings on a pizza on the menu, and I like them, I'll like it here. So I'm not going to go through the full menu. Pasta portions are hearty and that is always good too (the meatballs are excellent). Desserts are good too, I love the homemade gelatos they have all the time. And the coconut cream pie has been a staple at their restaurants for as long as I can remember and it's always been good. Is it a little more expensive than your typical pizza place? Sure. but you're also getting a better experience with much better ingredients than your typical pizza place too. Plus I'm always bringing home leftovers. The pizzas are probably not enough for two but a little too much for one. I also like getting the salads with flat bread underneath or the D'Tavola appetizer (meats, cheeses and vegetables) as a main course sometimes. Outdoor seating, BYOB Some notes: on Tuesday nights it can get a little busy for 2 for 1 pizza night. And it's a place that locals bring their kids as well, so if you want a quiet night out, I'd wait until a little later in the evening to stop by. But stop by. read more

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A little taste of Italy!! Incredible, incredible pizza! I can sit here and talk all day about the dough and how it reminded of me of my trip to Florence! Will be my "go to" place when I'm in the mood for really good pizza (this says a lot, being that my favorite food is pizza)! Excellent service, highly recommended! read more

i called to order and they won't take orders over the phone.Have to go online. I had issues online with my Password and they still wouldn't take my 'voice' order. Great for business. read more

The pizza is delicious! The service is disgusting. The receptionist/cashier (long black hair in a braided ponytail) was very rude when i came in and ordered a pizza to go. Her attitude was nasty for one. She became annoyed by me asking for balsamic vinaigrette. She snatched my debit card out of my hand. Then wraps the receipt around my card and puts my card on the counter. When my pizza was finished she slams the pizza box & cup of balsamic on the counter and walked off. I didn't get a thank you for your business, here you go, Is everything okay? NOTHING! This being a predominantly caucasian town you can definitely feel the racial profiling and discrimination when at many of these restaurants. Unacceptable! I will NEVER return again read more

Wow we were so disappointed. Especially now with restaurant business down all establishments should be on their A game. Mushy pizza after asking for it extra crispy. No goat cheese in their $9.00 salad and was given a time to pick up and they said sorry running 20 mins behind. We live 3 mins away and the Pizza was cold when we got home so obviously it sat there.. We will not return. Too many other places to spend our money at. read more

A lot left to be desired. We decided to check this place out based on its decor and curb appeal. We ordered a simple pizza, and were essentially served a flat pita-tasting crust with some sauce and 3 (yes, three) small pieces of mozzarella. The owner and staff seemed friendly enough, but there's far better options for the price nearby. read more

Very good Pizza, balsamic calamari, and vegan pasta bowl..I will definitely go back. A small casual pizza place that's clean with good food.

Overpriced, undercooked, in-eatable, bland (pizza). The staff is so incredibly arrogant; no regard for the customer. Hard to understand how they get away with it when much better service and food is readily available in town. Even the 7/11 has friendlier staff and better pizza. COVID is difficult for all of us. Some businesses will fail. Some definitely should. read more

Great location, clean and spacious. Attentive service and good pizza. You could clearly see that the ingredients were fresh so it was the quality of the pizza. read more

Really good after a long car ride. Crust could have been a little more crispy in the middle. I would It difficult to pick up the pizza at times. It had good flavor but the cheese could have been melted a little more. read more

Pizza Vita - falliflower pizza - cauliflower, kale and fresh made mozz with crushed tomato sauce - Pizza Near Me - Summit, New Jersey

Soggy mush, I think they steamed the pie! This is like my third time coming here and absolutely 100% the last! In the beginning it was a decent pie they've gone downhill very fast very quick! Go to Arturo's in Maplewood for a great Neopolitan style pie. Picked up the slice and the mozz fell off, at least I didn't need water with it, I just drank the pie. Go to FaceBook Jersey Joints for great food in NJ! read more

Great location, spacious, variety in the menu. We tried the peach salad and chicken sandwich wow! Fresh, juicy. Great :)

Read mixed reviews about Vita when it first opened and then recently a slew of positive ones. It was my time to try, so Elisabeth C. and I decided to do take out. We would really love a new pizza place that made Pizza Napoletana and hoped this would be the place. Ever wish you could "uneat" a pizza? The pizzas we ordered were disappointing and largely unsatisfying and I will chock it up to poor execution. Picked up 2 pies, a Margarita and a Regina, I can say the ingredients were indeed fresh and basic flavor ok, but many apects left me wishing I had ordered elsewhere. The crust was really thin, chewy and soggy. The crust could not withstand the toppings, and as another reviewer put it "pita-like". For a place that boasts a 900 degree oven the crust was undercooked but marked with clear evidence of scorching, and the cherry tomatoes on the Regina were not cooked at all. Perhaps they put them on after the 2 minutes in the oven? Poor execution. Cherry tomatoes on a thin soggy pita-like crust was about as enjoyable as herding marbles on a piece of loose leaf paper! Another disappointing characteristic was the complete void of slice marks on the pizza. They probably didn't/couldnt slice it because doing so would have mauled the undercooked pita-like dough. Luckily I have a quality pizza slicer and slicing this pizza was a frustrating challenge.Lastly, the sauce was scant as was the cheese. I expected more sauce & cheese on the pizza. According to the Associazione Vera Pizza Napoletana a traditional Neapolitan pizza should be "crispy, tender and fragrant." This place needs to take a trip to Hoboken and grab a pizza at Napolis! Now THATS Specialità Tradizionale Garantita in my opinion! read more

We came here for lunch and lucky for us they were in the middle of Restaurant Week. Their RW special was 2 pies for the price of 1. Did the two of us really need two pies? No, but that didn't stop us. We ordered the Margherita and the Grandma (topped with meatballs). The pizzas came out fairly quickly and looked great when they got to our table. They definitely resembled the pizzas you can get in Naples so I was very happy to see that. All of the ingredients tasted fresh and the ratio of sauce to cheese was spot on. I was a bit worried about how their meatballs would taste but no need to fear, they were great. We ended up leaving only two slices so that should give you some idea of how much we enjoyed them. The space itself is very nice and wasn't too full for a Friday lunch. I would definitely come back, Restaurant Week special or not. read more

I live right in downtown summit, so when I saw the signs for yet another pizza place opening in a 200-foot radius I was less than excited. Then, with their message that they were going for a more Neapolitan taste, I actually did get my hopes up. Coming from the owners of the former Honey Browns (which I liked, but they never really elevated the menu to anything special) I figured they would make a good pie-- I have been holding back on this review, because I went the first week they were open, but after a similar experience, here goes: The place looks nice, and the wait staff very expert and welcoming. The Bruschetta app was spot on, and the spaghetti and meatballs were pretty good. But the Pizza, soggy. every pie, every time. Soggy in the middle. Having worked as a chief for a number of years, I hate sending food back. I don't know why I have such a hard time with it but I really hate doing it. Needless to say, I just sucked it up and ate it-- it was not bad but I really like crispy pizza. The only other point is the price, I would say that the menu is a bit over priced. If you want the authentic Neapolitan pizza taste there is another place in town that does the same thing for a few dollars less per pie. I will go back, but from now on I will ask for the pizza to be cooked a tad longer and all should be good. read more

My wife and I recently visited this restaurant after a recommendation from a friend. It was a Tuesday evening and very crowded but we got a seat right away. They have 2 for 1 pizza deals Tuesday night so I could understand why it was so crowded. My wife and I split a kale Caesar salad which was very tasty and we both ordered our own pizzas. I was very hungry and the pizzas aren't huge to begin with. They are served very similarly to pizza you get in Italy right on a plate but unfortunately that's where the comparisons end. I ordered the Jersey boy special and my wife ordered the eggplant Milanese pie. I enjoyed her's more than mine but both pizzas were definitely on the soft side. I'm not sure if it was the amount of toppings but the pizza definitely drooped when picked up. There was some char and crispiness on the crust but very little and still a bit on the chewy side. We have both enjoyed pizza in Italy and I don't remember the pizza being that droopy. The peppers on my pizza were also overly sweet too and I wasn't a huge fan. The best part of the meal though was the desert. You absolutely must order the chocolate filled zeppoles; made up for the droopy pizza we had earlier. Our server was very friendly and didn't even charge for the dessert which was quite a nice surprise. I would say come here on a Tuesday, get the 2 for 1 and form your own opinion without paying the full bill for pizza. I wasn't a huge fan but many others seem to like this place so It's worth a visit. read more

Pizza Vita - Jersey boy special, waay too sweet and super soft dough. - Pizza Near Me - Summit, New Jersey

This place is a gem. In my experience [so far], there is nothing else like it outside Italy. Great pizza lovingly and expertly prepared and very unusual choices. We tried the white cheese pizza (scrumptious!) and the marguerita (beyond classic!). We can't wait to return and try all of them!!! For just opening, these guys really have their act together to, making a meal there a fabulous experience from start to finish. Bravo, bravissimo! read more

Popped in for a birthday dinner with my Aunt. Great overall dining experience. Ordered an appetizer that came with a large piece of flatbread and about 3 pounds of high quality antipasto. Food like that is a sure way to win me over. Pizza is original and excellent. Great service. read more

Ordered Grandma Pizza was good but not what we expected. $17 gets you an individual size pizza. Not enough for two people. Barely enough for a guy. Cauliflower salad also good, average appetizer size. read more

First, I had no clue pizza could be made that fast. Second, it's delicious. I am a pizza snob....my family owned an Italian restaurant/pizza place for 20+ years and it's rare I find a pizza I like more than my fathers. I'm not saying I like this pizza better, still think my family's pizza is tops, but since we sold our restaurant, this place will do! :) The espresso gelato is the perfect way to finish up a meal! I also love that all the ingredients come from Italy or areas in NJ that are known for their Italian population. I can't wait to go back! read more

Pizza Vita - Mmmmm - Pizza Near Me - Summit, New Jersey

I give this place props for not being your typical NJ pizza place with their usual uninspiring bland pizza. This place tries. The pizza was better than an average place, but did not transcend to pizza excellence. The crust is the main issue as while it is thin, and charred, it it too soft with no crispness at all. The cheese and sauce were fine, but could not overcome this deficiency. We were here on a Friday night and although it was busy, the service was fine. it was very noisy and the seating arrangements lack any privacy from your fellow eaters. read more

Pizza Vita is probably the best of the gang (Doria's, Zappia's, etc..) for solid, tasty pizza in Summit. They don't do single slices, but their pies are LOVELY. The Meatballs as a starter were delicious: hot, tasty and hearty sauce, paired with some nice Parmesan to sprinkle On the top. As far as the pizza goes, the personal pies were spot-on. The Margherita is a classic, and done really well. Came out after five minutes, and it was crispy. A nice basil leaf garnish paired with tasty and flavorful cheese melted on the top gives you an authentic tasting pie. read more

I love a traditional pizzeria slice, but once in a while I like to have a fancier, brick or coal fired, elevated pie. I was hoping Pizza Vita would be the spot to do that at. I was rather underwhelmed by both the restaurant itself and the food. The pizza could have done with another few minutes in the oven and was quite soggy. Flavor was standard, nothing exceptional. read more

The best pizza in Summit! Chic, hip atmosphere, fun servers, delicious menu with fresh ingredients, and BYOB. Go on Tuesdays for 2-for-1 pizza night. You can't beat this place. Try to save room for desserts, too - the coconut cream pie is outstanding! read more

It's crazy to me that the reviews aren't much stronger for Pizza Vita! I came here last night for dinner and had an amazing experience. I loved it! First off, the pizzas are delicious. The crust is outstanding(soft but wood-fired), the sauce is delish, and the cheese is high quality. What more could you ask for? I also ordered the eggplant meatballs, which were quite tasty and different. The service was very nice and quite fast. The ambiance is very cute- we sat outside. The lighting was very cozy and a very local vibe. I will 100% be returning again, as Pizza Vita might just be one of my very top places to eat in this area. read more

This is our go-to place for pizza / date night out. The pizza is literally the best we've ever had, and it's ready in 90 seconds. They cook it in a 900 degree oven, which leaves the outside of the crust crisp but the inside tender. It's so delicious, my mouth is watering thinking about it now. Seriously good pizza. Friendly and prompt service. We've been more than a dozen times and have never had any problems. It's BYOB, so remember to bring your favorite bottle of red to go with this awesome pizza! read more

I went to Pizza Vita this week, and really enjoyed it. I was a bit skeptical after reading the reviews about the mushy pizza center, and can understand where these people are coming from...but I liked how the pizza was "saucy" and "chewy" in the center. To explain, the oven Pizza Vita uses has hot volcanic stones that stay at a scalding 900 degree temperature. This temperature allows pizzas to be cooked VERY quickly, and uniquely. Pizzas are perfectly charred, and cooked through, but the dough is also chewy. I quite enjoyed the pizza and did not find it to be undercooked. The center was, however, a bit moist due to the chewiness of the dough and the sauce used. If you like very crunchy pizza, this may not be your cup of tea. We got the burrata salad (delicious), penne vodka (very good but not award winning), margarita pizza (YUM) and white pizza with sausage (also great). Would definitely recommend this spot and will be back! read more

As a pizza superfan, I checked out Pizza Vita for lunch this week. This is a review comparing it to other high quality pizza and not your average joint. First the bad: -This place is not cheap $34 (including tip) got me a personal Margherita pizza with buffalo mozz ($15), ice tea and coconut cream pie($8). -I didnt see any fancy trained pizzalo making my pizza just your normal restaurant worker. -The pizza is slightly soggy in the middle - no big deal. Now the great: -This pizza is extremely good, very similar to Italy with amazing fresh taste. The pizza literally take 90 seconds to cook. -Dough was very good but i thought they could have upped the amount of dough for each pie. -Coconut cream pie best I have ever had- who cares if its not Italian. Now the conclusion: This place is a pizza experience not your average in town pizza place. It cost a lot of $$$ but it is well worth it. I don't think this pizza would travel well as it might get cold too fast. I'll definitely go back when in the area. Now the comparison: Pizza Vita is trying to be a big league pizza joint so you have to compare it to the other nearby (10 minutes) superstar - Arturros in Maplewood. I would still consider Arturros the pizza champ by a slight margin because of lower cost and the superior taste of its pizza dough. read more

I love coming to Pizza Vita! The atmosphere is great and I love the creativity that is put into the menu. Staff is always very pleasant and the food is consistently delish! I've enjoyed lunch and dinner here server all times. read more

Came here for dinner when in town visiting a friend. They have outdoor seating which was really nice. Out waiter was excellent. I was with 2 other people so we decided to order 3 starters to share. My favorite had to be the meatballs, the sauce they were in was delicious. We then shared a Margherita pizza and the pasta special. It was all amazing. We then order 2 desserts, 1 special and the other gelato. Again, amazing. The prices are reasonable and its a BYOB. I would recommend this place to people in the area and will definitely dine here again when visiting. read more

Until Pizza Vita my fav Italian pizza was Caffe Capri in E Rutherford near my mothers Now we have an even better pizza close to home. The ingredients are fresh - the sauce is made from San Marzano tomatoes and you can taste the delicious fresh tomato flavor. The crust is light and lightly charred all around and the mozzarella is fresh, not the cheap stuff you find on American pizza. Great service, especially Amanda. Have tried a few other things which were good but the pizza is so fantastic I keep ordering it every time! Go early with kids, or later without. Byo. read more

My entire family loves the various pizzas here. This says a lot since we have been stuck between a couple of our usual places the last few years. It's refreshing to have a place that has quality ingredients, pizza we crave (Melanzana is our favorite), a great atomosphere, and it's a BYOB with a liquor store just a few steps to the left! I have all my friends and family try this place, whether we order out or eat in. We especially love how they put ricotta on some of the pizzas and it's not soggy. No where I go makes pizza quite like Pizza Vita. Tuesdays are great with the buy one pizza, get one free. We get to try different kinds that we haven't yet. Try this place for a date, family night or with some friends. I'd be surprised if you were disappointed. (Def go on a Tuesday at some point!!) Staff is friendly and quick with orders. read more

Pizza is good, service stinks. A bunch of clueless kids running the place. Called ahead for pizza and pasta, the girl asked me six times can you repeat my order (because she was completely distracted). Arrived to get the wrong order.. read more

I am new to the area and wanted to try out somewhere with relatively good reviews. Meh. It was mediocre at best. I don't understand the stellar review this place is getting - unless it's for service. The waiters and waitress were quite attentive but I prefer quality food with the great service. I also didn't really need to see one of the waiters stick his finger into one of the pizzas before bringing it over. What was he trying to do? Find out whether the temperature of the pizza was appropriate or whether the crust was doughy enough?! And what's with all the gnats flying? The kale salad and the calamari would side on the good side, but this is a pizza place so I would've preferred a good pizza. I had the Grandma...and that's what it tasted like. read more

We just had our 1st Pizza Via pie from 13th Hoboken. In a town filled with pizza, this is our new favorite.

I have waited 44 years to find the perfect pizza...Truly the best pizza I have ever had. Gourmet looks, italian flare and a taste experience that will knock you out. These 12 inch Neopolitan pizzas are amazing. We had a Margherita as well as a Fromagia...UN-BE-LIEVABLE! Beutiful orange decor, comfy seating and a very cool 90 second cooking time. The sad thing about this all - is that in about a week - there are going to be lines around the block to get into this place. We love it! read more

Delicious gourmet pizza. Try the melanzana pizza and burrata salad. Great seating outdoors on the town square.

Delicious food-y pizza. I loved the stracchiatella gelato!

Pizza Vita has nice ambience, a good menu, good servers but the pizza is soggy in the middle! That's a deal breaker. I'm not sure if it's the pizza dough recipe, or the oven isn't hot enough, or there are too many toppings, but i've given this place 2 chances and they failed both times. We Will not go back there again. read more