3 star only for the pizza. The sauce is bland, the crust wasn't raw atleast and the cheese (what little there was) was melted evenly across it. The mozzerella sticks were disgusting and deserve to be 86ed off of there menu. The one shining star of them was the marinara sauce. Ironically the sauce had all of the seasoning and blend that the tomato sauce on the pizza lacked. My family thought it was okay but its definitely not 4.5/5 near spectacular status as the current aggrigate review is at the moment. If they added some robustness to their sauce I would go back. read more

Still one of the best pizza places in New York. The slices here are some of the most delicious in NYC and better than most well known spots. Its near a college and most of the customers are students. Great place. read more

Awesome College Pizza spot in the Bronx lots of Fordham kids go there after a long night.

I love eating pizza and this place certainly did not disappoint! I had the personal pizza pizza with onions and bell peppers. I loved the crunch from the bell peppers and the onions cooked in the tomato sauce. The crust was cooked to perfection. I also tried my friend's pizza, mushroom and olive. It was rich and tasted great with the cheese. One of the employees was kind enough to give up peppers in oil to put on top of the pizza. That took the pizza put several notches. Overall, its a great place to go to for pizza lovers. read more

Ok, so this is definitely not the best pizza in New York, or in the Bronx for that matter. Great, yes. The best? Ehhh definitely not. My boyfriend and I went for the sausage parm hero which was amazing, and a personal pie cheese pizza topped with basil. The sausage and pepper, gooey, cheesy monster was topped on a homemade piece of buttery bread. It was also seasoned just right. I expected the pizza to be topped with fresh basil, however, it was topped with dry basil leaves, out of a shaker. That's ok though, because I devoured that baby like nobody's business. The cheese lacked a bit of flavor, but the toppings, the thin crust, and just the right amount of grease made up for it. Sal, the owner, and his wife are probably two of the most hospitable people I've ever met. We felt right at home as soon as we walked in. Sal even made it a point to learn both our names, and kept screaming over to my boyfriend, Dave, to ask if he was enjoying his sandwich. He even serenaded us with an Italian opera! I look forward to heading over to the Bronx more often, just to eat wonders from this lovely little hidden gem! read more

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Pugsley's is a hidden gem always the best service the most friendly family atmosphere and of course the best food around. Try it it won't be disappointed. Ever since I stumbled upon this place it's hard to eat anywhere else. read more

Pugsley's Pizza is a very quirky and unique pizza place. The decoration is very our there. However, the staff is very nice. They have a card minimum of $10, but my friend and I wanted to order a combo that was just under the minimum and didn't have enough cash. They said that it would be totally fine! That was very nice of them to do that. The plain slice and the garlic knots were pretty average to me. There was really nothing special about them. The bathroom was super creepy. Most of the stall doors did not close and the door to the bathroom was wide open. read more

I was there today and was very impressed by the love pizza and the hospitality. This is the best pizza I've ever had in decades. I'm very glad it's "hidden". My spot from now on. read more

Let me tell you, Pugsley's Pizza was impressive. The look of this place is really nice. Every single thing that I have ordered was really good and I would come again to have it again! Not to mention, the service was awesome and the staff was really helpful. We will be coming again soon, with friends, and trying the other dishes. read more

I've tried many pizza parlors since moving to NY. By far and wide Pugsley's tops them all. It was both my kids birthdays and they came out with 2 pizzas shaped in their age - playing the HB song on a trumpet with a flare on top - ABOVE and BEYOND! The pizza was first class and delicious. Great place. Oh... The hot sauce has major kick. read more

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What a cool place. You really just have to go and experience it for yourself. The pizza and calzone were really good. The owner was a sweet lady behind the counter. And my kids loved that they had hop scotch outside. read more

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Pugsley's Pizza you are truly exceptional, I had a wonderful experience here yesterday. The atmosphere is really fun and the staff is excellent. Pugsley's Pizza has a magnificent menu, The Love Pie was absolutely outstanding. Staff are very friendly and service is very quick. So impressed, can not wait to go back to Pugsley's Pizza. read more

Our party of 12 showed up for our reservation after a visit to the Botanical Gardens Train Show, and we were warmly greeted by the owners Sal and his lovely wife. They invited us to "take over the place!" we did and had a fabulous time, great pizza and so much fun. The 4 little children in our party delighted when the gong rang to announce, pizza!s ready! Kids are super welcome here, and the atmosphere is joyous, right down to Sal playing a Christmas tune on his sax with a fiery sparkler in the horn. read more

Always the best pizza with the most friendly, welcoming and gracious staff. We have been enjoying Pugsley's for many years as do the Fordham students , of course. The pizza can't be beat. Don't be discouraged by the dated atmosphere- that's its special charm! It's clean and unique and again, the pizza and the staff are the best. read more

We live nearby and thank God for wonderful, wonderful Pugsley's. When you live right near Little Italy Bronx you think you've had all the best pasta and pizza in the world but then there is Pugsley's. My daughter, 8 years old and a horrible picky pizza "connoisseur" had Pugsley's pepperoni pie, she shut down her complaining. I love the pizza too, I think ate 3 slices without stopping, then had to leave some for the kids. But when your kids don't complain and say the pizza is delicious, you bow down. We're customers for infinity. read more

This place has to be on your NYC pizza shop list. The pizza is good and the folks running the place are great!

This place is open ridiculously late. Hidden gem that's only open during school season. It's very weirdly decorated, which adds to it's charm. The adorable old Italian couple that run the joint are very sweet and treat you like family. Sicilian kisses are to die for. Nice desert option read more

Pugsley's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Bronx, New York

What a quirky little pizza place! The pizza was excellent. We even tried the penne a la vodka pizza (which seems kind of like a carbohydrate overload), and it really does taste pretty good. Also tried plain cheese and meat lovers. You can get it by the slide or whole pizzas. We had a small group and they made one pizza 5 different combinations - amusing and efficient. The owner is gentlemen who must be in his 70s he is pretty funny. The crowds tell you how popular the place is. Rumor has it that they close for the summer and they all go tour Italy. On a nice day it is great to eat outside. The inside seating seems a bit tight. read more

I stop here every time I'm in Da Bronx! Pizza is great, owners even better! I always enjoy myself immensely when I'm here. A Bronx Institution and a must stop for amazing pizza! read more

Love Is It! It's just about the greatest college pizzeria there is. When you walk inside, the eclecticity is startling.  The entire west side is filled with pictures of friends and memories, many from Fordham University. The thousands of faces pictured here are all smiles. The owner, Sal, brings his 3 generations of family to run Pugsley's. And while Sal is fooling around, the rest of the family are busy bees. If you're lucky enough to have Sal show you around, you realize everything has a purpose. Every detail has meaning. But most of all: Love is it! Sal painted the entire shop. He, his family, and friends put together every board. The building used to be a horse stable, but they've reconstructed it into Sal's dream pizza shop. Every corner has a lyric to his own poetry, every construct has deep meaning to him. This is a man with a thousand hats. You could spend your entire Fordham career getting to know Pugsley's Pizza.  And how's the pizza? Not bad at all.  Add in some of their spicy peppers for a big kick! Opened: 1982 Year Sal went to Woodstock: 1969 Sal returned: Never Distinction: Fordham favorite. The gong. Love is IT! read more

Pugsley's Pizza you are simply incredible, I had an incredible experience here today. Cool vibe. OMG, their Buffalo Chicken Pizza was absolutely delicious, such a remarkable dish with excellent flavors. Staff are very nice and service is really swift. Pugsley's Pizza... Thanks and keep up the good work. read more

Let me tell you, Pugsley's Pizza was really impressive. The ambience of this place is outstanding and so welcoming! Excellent food, Buffalo Chicken Pizza was great without a doubt. This Buffalo Chicken Pizza was prepared just perfectly. Team is extremely friendly and definitely will help you with anything. I will definitely come back to Pugsley's Pizza for more. read more

Highly recommended. Great pizza, wonderful vibe - outstanding location and atmosphere. I true wonderful hole in the wall - next to Fordham. Friendly owner - one of the highlights on our "Pizza Trip" to NYC . read more

My first NY pizza stop and I wasn't disappointed. It's a great place to go after the zoo since it's close by read more

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Do yourself a favor: Don't ever ever ever eat more than one slice. You will regret it for hours. So if you're hungry, get a slice and a chicken roll and some garlic knots. As a side note, last I remember it is closed in the summertime (or maybe just August) so be prepared for that. And stick to outdoor seating if you can. And try to avoid going downstairs. read more

If you're looking for a cheap eat, Pugsley's is the place to go. You won't find this college hangout on a main drag like Fordham Road, but rather a back street near Fordham University's Bathgate entrance. While you're munching on the slice, chicken roll, and soda special, check out the zany decorations. If you're lucky, you'll get to bang on Sal's gong and make a wish. It is within walking distance from the Bronx Zoo and Botanical Garden, and open until the wee hours for those looking for a post-bar snack. read more

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So delish and tasty! The pizza was exactly what I hoped for. The owners are adorable.

Pugsley's is the go-to pizza for most Fordham students. It's so close that its practically on the campus, it's open late so that it can serve as a final stop on endless drunken nights, and it has a ubiquitous presence at free food events on campus. It has a fun, lighthearted, collegiate atmosphere. Sounds great, right? Well, there's one problem: the pizza just isn't very good. The cheese tastes cheap. There is plenty of sauce, but it's uninspiring. The crust is doughy and flaccid. Without ordering ahead of time, there isn't usually a very good variety of slices when you go to the restaurant (compare this to nearby University Pizza, with a plethora of innovative specialty slices at bargain prices). The prices are solid, and the chicken roll is good. The atmosphere is fun and memorable. Unfortunately, the pizza just doesn't measure up. Do yourself a favor and walk 200 feet to University Pizza on Fordham Road, it's far superior. read more

Sal, I still love you. And the magical way you cook your topped slices, while I cannot remember the laborious process you described for my dad, is pretty delish. Your ziti is still filling. But why are the slices so small? Why do you charge ***$2.50*** for your smaller, less satisfying slices? University gives me more across the street for just $2. And I want more. I am older and wiser now, Sal. I cannot suffer my stomach to your extra 50 cents when I can walk a few blocks for something better. It's safe to say I'll see you again, but ours is an estranged relationship and will never again be what it was. read more

I never thought I'd say this, but since graduating last May - I MISS PUGSLEY'S! The owner, Sal, is an awesome easy-going guy, always playing music and socializing with the clientele. And the clientele is all Fordham students, all the time. Its right outside the gate and literally open from noon until about 5am. I don't even know if the pizza is actually good - the atmosphere - which is warm, inviting and fun is really what takes it to another level. This ISN'T a restaurant typical of the Arthur Ave strip in the North Bronx. This is a fun little pizzeria for the jeans and tshirt crowd that are probably on their way home from Mug-Zs. read more

What a place! As soon as you walk in, you know a lot has gone down here over the years. There is so much to look at and laugh at, from the burnt pizza to the statue of libery to the gong, and countless signs, photos, and graffiti. Sal, the owner, is great. We arrived early, and it had not opened yet. First time there, so we didn't know if it was closed, or if the entrance was on a different side of the building. The owner Sal arrives and parks in the small lot next to the building (at the time we didn't know he was the owner) We asked him if he knew how to get into Pugsley's. He told us we had to scale the wall, squeeze through the bars on the windows, and then break through the glass. We asked if he would help us do that. He said he would if he didn't already have a key to the door behind the pull down gate. He is a funny and very friendly guy. He brought us in, turned on some music, and asked what we wanted to drink. We already knew what we wanted to eat. The Richie special is a slice, a chicken role, and soda. (can't remember the price, but it's very cheap) No matter what you do, get the chicken role. It is amazing. Pizza crust wrapped around piping hot chicken, cheese, and sauce. Amazing. Also, the cheese slice was excellent, and large. Sal rang the gong when our orders were ready, and again when we left. I'm sure it is quite the place to go late night, especially after several drinks. I wish my college had a pizza joint like this near campus. read more

Man I love Pugsley's pizza, every time I'm in New York I'll make it a point to come in and get a slice and a Coke from Pugsley's. Seriously hands-down the best pizza in New York, and trust me guys that's saying something. My dad grew up around the corner from here and this has been like a family tradition for us. Thanks again Pugsley's for the amazing slice. read more

The people were very nice but the place felt dirty and the pizza didn't live up to the hype. I was visiting from Houston and heard great things but it was real dry and tastes like it sat out all day or the quality of the ingredients just arent great :-( read more

The pizza is fine and I like the chicken rolls. The decor's wacky. read more

Definitely a college place. You wouldn't know about it if you didn't go to Fordham or taken there because its so out the way. I like the Jersey Shore type look of it. Very Cape Mayish, if you've ever been you would know what I was talking about. The chicken rolls are tasty. The gong is super fun to ring!! I'd definitely go back! :-D read more

Oooh! Went here before seeing the holiday train show at the Botanical Gardens, less than a five minute drive away. My wife and I ordered a large pizza, mozzarella sticks, and a calzone. You know, a reasonable amount of food for two people. Hey, don't judge. The mozzarella sticks arrived first. They are freshly made with fresh mozzarella and are baked not fried. No, these are not the mozzarella sticks you get at your local dive bar. These reminded me of something my grandmother would have made. Some may view this as a negative, but I liked the "homemadeyness" (?) of it. The crust, sauce and cheese on the pizza were perfect in my book. Just a really good NYC pie. We had sausage on half and it was definitely some of the better quality sausage I've had on pizza. The calzone is something special. It's kind of hard to explain, but it's almost served open faced, like a giant ricotta and melty mozzarella sandwich. From my examination, it looks like they bake up some thick, round loaves out of their pizza dough, then split it, top it with cheese, and broil or bake. It was DELICIOUS. Seriously I've been craving it since then. Absolutely will go there again the next time we visit the Botanical Gardens! read more

literally best pizza ever. slices are huge & always extremely fresh. delivery time is reasonable and pies always come hot. something addicting about pugsley's ‼ read more

It's not everyday that I'll give a pizza place 5 stars and I definitely did not expect much when we walked here. The decor is wild and the location is a little strange and confusing but all my preconceptions immediately flew out the door when I was greeted by the two wonderful and very hospitable owners. They were so funny and talkative as we waited. While the ordering is a little confusing, the owners make up for it by making you feel right at home! Sal even came over to check up on us and talk to us. Prices were great too, I had a Snapple and a large Sicilian slice for $5.50 and for $8 my friend got water, two slices of regular pizza, and 6 garlic knots. Now for the pizza, AMAZING, the sauce to cheese ratio was spot on and the crust was the perfect combination of crispy and soft that I can't seem to find many places. The garlic knots were also quite enjoyable. When next visiting Fordham I will be sure to check back here again. read more

Saturday, 6pm This place brings me back! While I'm a bit biased since I was nearby the pizza joint, I highly recommend a trip up here especially if you're hungry after visiting Fordham University, the Botanical Gardens, or the Bronx Zoo. The food is quite good (make sure to order the chicken roll!) but the fun is the owner, Sal. Take the most loveable grandpa you know, give him a saxophone, and watch him entertain you with his antics. If it's your first time there, let him know and he might let you bang his gong (not a euphemism at all!). "Love is it!" read more

For me, THE New York experience is about places like Pugsley - great food, great vibe, great people. First off, I love the space. Inside, the pizzeria has several booths and walls decked out with photos, handwritten menus, and Fordham garb. Outside is a decently sized patio where on a nice day you can enjoy your pepperoni slice or chicken roll. The owner Sal is a gem: warm, energetic, and an absolute riot. This was my first time ever at Pugsley, and he was joking with me like I knew him for years! I love that, along with the friendliness of the rest of the staff. As folks have been saying, the chicken roll is where it's at. Not a calzone, but several slices of breaded chicken cutlet with tomato sauce, mozzarella, and parmesan nestled in freshly baked crust roll. The chicken was juicy and fresh, and went nicely with the crispy crust and the robust tomato sauce. It's easy to see why Fordham students love this place - can't wait to go back to taste the other slices and offerings on their (very) expansive menu! read more