Ray's pizza is the closest thing to real NY pizza. The restaurant serves pizza by the slice which is a win. I ordered the Sicilian which is rare to find in Arizona. Not bad at all. Might be the best NY pizza around. Quick, convenient, decent tasting. read more

Pizza is decent, but not mind blowing. The owner, who mans the counter, is an ass. I watched him interract with several customers before me. To his credit, he's an equal opportunity d*ck. Honestly, the pizza just isn't worth the b.s. read more

Love Ray's pizza. Been eating here since i was in high school, and im almost 37 now. If you want a classic new york pizza this is the spot. I'm not a big fan of the toppings, but the plain cheese pizza is perfect, especially cooked well done. Wings are great, and the prices are how pizza should be these days. If you dont want a whole pie and like a crispy pizza, i suggest getting it by the slice. The ny thin and the Sicilian by the slice are so good. The reheat in their oven makes it perfectly crispy! They have some great no frills pasta dishes, love the eggplant parm, and their subs are really good, especially for the price point. It's really hard to find that type of value that matches the taste. Don't expect the best customer service, but I dont care. I honestly love their dry humor and attitude, and if you treat them with respect, you'll get that back. They are very old school, which can make you love them or hate them. I'm never pressed. They make a great pizza, so I could care less if they don't kiss your ass. They know people will still show up for the food regardless. Love Rays, and love that it has tasted the same since i was a kid. read more

The older man working tonight was so unbelievably rude, I would NOT come back nor recommend this business to anyone. His attitude with customers and yelling just because we are looking for some kind of update or at least confirmation for our orders was not okay. Waited over 30 minutes for no pizza. read more

Do yourself a favor and visit any other location besides this one. The staff and customer service are unbelievably horrible and the experience has consistently been below par despite carrying the Ray's name. I'm actually shocked at how this location is still operating and the customers have tolerated the poor attitudes of the staff. If the owner is reading this, do all of us a favor and sell the shop to someone who actually desires to operate the business professionally and deliver quality food/service. read more

Rays is always food. You know exactly what you're getting every time you come. Always been consistent for at least the last 10 years

To me the pizza here is average. The salad it's okay and hey man who's serving the pizza ( I assumed it was the owner ) why didn't you put your mask on? read more

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Worst pizza we've ever had! When we nicely complained to a staff member, she sent the owner over to our table. He was EXTREMELY RUDE, didn't care that the pizza was horrible, and just walked away. We then carried the pizza to the front counter to show him the pizza was ALL dough with very little cheese and sauce, nothing like New York style pizza should taste like, he just ignored us. WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE we've ever experienced. Save your money and go to a good pizza restaurant. read more

I work at one of the best pizzerias in the Valley, so I don't often eat pizza on my days off. However, I've had many friends rave about Ray's, and I happened to find myself in North Scottsdale today, so I figured I'd stop in and see what all the hype was about. I decided to keep it simple and just order a slice of pepperoni. I have to admit, this place makes damn good pizza. Pizza by the slice can often be hit-or-miss, since you never know how long it's been sitting around. The fact that I stopped in around 3pm during "off" hours and still got a quality slice speaks volumes. I'd definitely like to return and get a made-to-order pie. I just wish it wasn't so far away. My only quibble was the price. It set me back almost $4 for a single one-topping slice, which felt a little steep, but I don't have a problem paying a little more for high quality food, which this definitely is. The crust was light and crispy and the cheese tasted like high quality, whole milk mozzarella. As someone who has worked for numerous pizzerias over the past 30+ years, I'd definitely recommend Ray's for a quality NY-style pizza with just the right amount of East Coast attitude. read more

Worst place ! Pizza is just fair but management is the worst. We called ahead to make sure they were open. We walk in 30 min before closing . The guy took our order and our money than said we close at 10,you have to be out of her in ten minutes. We grab a table an start eating. The most rude and illiterate man comes storming out of the back and starts yelling at us to get out. We are closed don't get comfortable. They were open to take our money but closed to let us eat our food. I am 63 years old and have never ever been treated so rudely. He yelled this is my restaurant get out!!! It may be his but it's going to be a lonely place if he continues to treat his customer so rudely!!! I'm not the only one many complaints about the owner and management. read more

Ok this used to be my favorite pizza outside of New York. Now it seems they're hiring all teenagers with little to no restaurant experience. I realize everyone needs to start somewhere and learning on the job can be difficult. Our experience tonight was horrible. We called in our order ahead of time as we were in a bit of a rush to make an appointment. Arrived 15 minutes later and the girl that took our order was like "Oh, what was your order again?" She hadn't even put it in yet. Our food ended up taking forever and the pizza was cold. The owner acted like it was our fault and made us show him our receipt to prove we actually paid before he would give us to go boxes. Uh you do realize the bill gets paid at the counter when arriving right? What if I had chosen not to get a receipt? This place is not same anymore and I'll be going to Little Caesar's before I go back again. Totally a disappointment as it used to be the best NY pizza in AZ. read more

I've been here like six times, and the food is phenomenal, and the service is a-ok! Just know what you want before coming in. Practice orating it before you walk in that door. As you walk in the place, step immediately to your right. The main thing is to keep the line moving. Announce your order with a loud clear voice... "I would like one slice of pepperoni, one slice of pepperoni and sausage, and a third slice of pepperoni and mushroom" It's very important not to embellish on your order. No extraneous comments. No questions. No compliments. At most, you can say... "Can I get that extra crispy?". If he gives you 'that' look, just drop it an move on. Then you hold out your money and step to the left. If using a credit card, insert it into the chip reader on the counter. Take your receipt and find yourself a booth. They will call out the pizza order when its ready, so listen up, yous! read more

Ray's Pizza - I'll take a couple'ah slices - Pizza Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

The name Ray's is used by over a hundred places in New York. In fact, several NY papers and TV stations have tried over the years to locate the "original" Ray's and as far as I know they've failed. One of the Ray's contenders in NY had a Yelp review that started: "... can be summed up in 4 words "It's better than Sbarro" Tough crowd! So what exactly is a New York pizza? Well it has a very thin crust, that when you pick it up, the front flops down. That's why New Yorkers fold it in half. The better tasting ones seem to use San Marzano tomatoes and a better type of mozzarella. A few dust their pizza with oregano or EVOO. This Ray's is the closest to that New York pizzeria feel and atmosphere. It has those glass counters that you will find up there. It even has what we call Sicilian slices, or "squares". This Ray's tries real hard and for the most part it succeeds in creating a New York pie. So it's "A-OK" in Yelp-ese. In my previous review, I said that NYPD makes me feel like I'm waiting for an E train to Queens; whereas Ray's feels more upper east side-ish. I still believe that's still a fair assessment, though their crusts have suffered over time. On some nights, depending on who is making the pies, these two places might only be slightly better than Sbarro. Sadly, the crust can sometimes be as hard as cardboard. So after two and a half years, which one do I believe is closest to tasting like a New York pie? Well... it may be the nearby Philly steak place Corleone's. Go figure! read more

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So rude!!!I came in late, was asking questions on the type of pizza's they had and the guy behind the counter was bent out of shape to answer them. When I didn't hear his answer on one of my ?'s - he replied "I just told you lady!" I walked out! As I did, the couple behind me said, "can't believe he treated you this way!" The food isn't that great and waayyy over priced. Won't ever step foot in this place again! There are too many restaurants that are trying to stay open ~ this one should close! read more

I'm from jersey Need I say more? Ok I stumbled into this place and felt immediately at home The white slice is exactly the same as we used to get in our local pizza joint back in the 80's Sicilian pizza You just don't find that anywhere And it was good The sauce is good And the menu...right out of my young adult life I love the man behind the counter He is the real thing I told him I would be back And I will read more

Excellent Pizza, Italian Sandwiches, Salads, Pasta, and Cannoli!!! I love this place; every time I walk in, I feel like I'm in New York. These guys are true Italians serving up authentic New York style pizza by the slice (and of course the whole pie) & everything that you're craving when you think "New York Italian Pizzeria"! (See the photo of the ovens, counter, their Top Props awards for Best Pizza, etc. to get a taste.) My usual is the Lunch Special for only $8.50: Salad, Soda & Slice (If I'm bringing it home, I'll get a Whole Pizza or Sausage & Cheese hot sandwich), but today I thought I'd switch it up and try a Veggie slice. (Check out the photo of this slice of pizza!) It is absolutely loaded with sweet red and green peppers, "meaty" mushrooms, onions, etc.! I can't believe that a slice of veggie pizza could fill me up so much that I didn't get the Cannoli. I'll post a pic of their Cannoli next time. If you've read any of my other reviews, you know that I'm a stickler for cleanliness, and I review for Dining Grades, so I inspect everything. This place is so clean, from the kitchen to the dining room to the restrooms! I can definitely see why they proudly display their A rating. read more

The pizza is amazing. Really has the good new York pizza flavor. Nothing fancy here just world class pizza, And I personally have eaten pizza all of the world! read more

$7.21 for a slice of pizza is insane I don't care what you put on it. Stopped by for a quick lunch figured I would grab a quick slice for $3 or $4 bucks was shocked when I was told it was $7.21. The saddest part was it wasn't even good it completely fell apart, I ate half of it and tossed the rest. read more

Ray's Pizza - $7.21 slice - Pizza Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I can't say enough good about this place so welcoming. Best pizza ever. They keep the recipes just like they would from their home town. Meatballs are to die for especially the meatball sub... the crust of the pizza is nice and crispy hot and yummy. Best place to get Hires Rootbeer which I can't find anywhere else but here. We're making this our weekly lunch stop spot from now on. read more

My boyfriend and I love coming to Rays to grab a few slices. Sometimes we grab a drink and sit at the high top while we wait. The staff never disappoints. They are straight to business and hustle behind the counter. We love brining our out of town friends to Rays. Only two thumbs up from us! read more

Charged me $90 for one pizza and 2 slices while missing part of my order; they said the internet was down and charged another card which was then charged for a different amount than what was originally charged on my card. Essentially, I got cheated twice; called back told I was wrong and to bring a receipt when I wasn't given one while someone I was with had an order of roughly $8 & they received a receipt. I went in and they repeated my order back and told me a price and it was $10 cheaper than the first charge they fought me on it. Until I was given an old slice! NEVER COME HERE GO TO NYPD OR BARROS! They need to close down! Terrible business and terrible customer service! read more

I cannot believe that this great pizza place does not have a better rating on Yelp.I have been here several times and every time has been great. This definitely reminds me of New York Pizza. Actually this is New York Pizza. At least it's exactly the same to me and I have been to New York and had NY Pizza many many times. Ray's Pizza is genuine authentic New York style and I have to say it some of the best I've ever had. It's fresh it's tasty it's good and the people who work here are pleasant and friendly.I have to say that I recommend every single slice that they have here and I have had almost every single slice that they have here. In fact I've had so much of Ray Pizza that I'm amazed I haven't gained a hundred pounds. Five stars all the way I love this place. read more

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I left this last review a while ago and things have certainly changed there. This is not my go-to pizza place.

We have been going to Rays at this location for years. Their pizza has been sub par lately but we have stuck by them to support the business. Tonight was the end. The manager yelled and screamed at us because we asked why the price of our order was $25 more than it was in the past. The manager started yelling at us and belittling my wife and I with our young children standing there. Swearing and telling us to go to the West Side if we didn't like it. Acted terribly inappropriate in every way. We tried to be nice and he kept yelling and screaming. My kids were crying and he kept swearing and yelling. We will never go here again and will never recommend their place to anyone. We called the police, they went to the business and checked to make sure the employees were ok. Do not get pizza here. There are a lot of places to go, do not choose a place like this that doesn't care at all about their customers. 1 star is too many. read more

Not a fan of the service. NY style service = Not friendly. Not sure what happened to the prices it's almost like one of these yuppie Scottsdale peeps put it in the owners head that people are willing to pay more and to raise the prices and I assure you that is not what is going to happen! ‍ the prices have risen a substantial amount as I ordered the pizza and wing special that I am used to paying $29.99+ tax so (approximately) $36 with added ranches and I go in the next time and it's $47 cold hard paper presidents! So I ask what happened and the owner explains that wings have risen 50% in price yet I'm still paying the same everywhere else for them as he says that it's everywhere like this lol but an $11 dollar increase doesn't add up to me if my math is right and I've been wrong before but it's just doesn't add up ‍ so I say good luck to you in your 50% wing price increase and I am now a lost customer! Be well! read more

Chicken wings were some of the worst I've ever had. If they were fried, oil tasted very old. Ordered 12 and ate 2 and had to throw them out. Sauce looks like it split as they were incredible greasy. Soggy and gross. I order wings probably, 2 to 3 times a month from different places. Positive note: Ordered a Calzone with cheese meatballs and mushrooms. Calzone was decent. No real complaints there. Guys were nice when I picked up my order. Too many places to try, and this one didn't impress me. read more

We've been coming to this location for years and it does not disappoint. Sicilian cheese with extra sauce is where it's at! The service is excellent, the pizza is the best I've ever had, and the price on point. Love the outdoor area too. I've never had any issues, the quality is consistent. Highly recommended! read more

Ask for a meat lovers and this is what I got. I can't believe that they would let this go out of the door. The sausages looks like dog food. read more

Ray's Pizza - Meat lovers medium - Pizza Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Sunday afternoon (5/31)I used Uber to order two slices of pizza some wings and a soft drink from Ray's Pizza and Scottsdale. Evidently I did not make myself clear when I asked to have pepperoni and mushroom put on my slices I had one slice with pepperoni and one slice with mushroom I guess that I need to clarify and say that I wanted pepperoni and mushroom on BOTH slices I have never had that issue anywhere else I've ordered pizza before needless to say I was rather disappointed and the wings were not all that hot either. Not to mention that the root beer had too much carbonated water and not enough root beer syrup. I don't know if this is the same chain that has a Ray's Pizza on Happy Valley Road. The food was much better at the Happy Valley location. I do not think I will order from this location again. read more

Ray's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I was craving a slice of pizza for lunch this Sunday, late morning. The obvious choice was AJ's because we were on our way to Kierland. But AG's did not have pizza so we got on the road and I searched "Pizza Slices Near Me." Lucky for us, Ray's Pizza popped up. I called and a nice guy told me he has a lot of choices for slices so we headed that way. My slice, the meat lovers, was perfect. The cheese was authentic and mild mild and over all a great slice. My husband had a warm Italian sub which hit the spot. We will be back. read more

Best pizza in Arizona. I love love love their Chicken Alfredo pizza. I travel 45 mins once a quarter to get some it absolutely heavenly. I would post pictures but it doesn't last in my plate too long !!! read more

Went in to have lunch. Ordered chicken parmigiana which was mediocre at best. Spent $30 for lunch and asked for a club soda because I didn't want the sugar and the man behind the looked at me sideways and said "it's not free". Gas cost money. lol as if I asked for a discount. Poor service and poor attitude and mediocre food. read more

All the food here is A work of art. They really care about what they do. Fast and efficient. Highly recommended read more

Ray's Pizza - Food here is A work of Art. Simply Amazing - Pizza Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I have been coming here for many years. I am a New Yorker and I think that their pizza is the closest to New York pizza that I have found in Arizona. Owners are friendly and welcoming. Hot sandwiches are also excellent, love the chicken Parmesan. read more

The pizza was amazing and so were the calzones but what topped it all was the amazing service of this family owned restaurant. My daughter accidentally knocked over a whole carafe of ice tea and broke the glass carafe and while she was very upset and crying the owner and his mother and their son all jumped in and comforted her and cleaned up the mess my daughter had made and made us feel right at home. Awesome customer service, staff and food ! read more

Ray's Pizza - Amazing Large 17 Cheese Pizza with mushrooms and pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I usually don't review chain restaurants but I think Ray's deserves special dispensation. My favorite New York pizza joint in town is Yo Pauly's and that place certainly hits every note almost every time. It's as close as you'll get to that place around the corner in New York City. That said, I've gotta give Ray's props. For whatever reason (and you don't need a reason), I was just craving a slice and a beer. I was up at Northsight (Hayden near the 101) and figured, what the heck. I've been to Ray's before and I didn't feel like going all the way down to Via Linda for Yo Pauly's. Ordered my two mushroom and cheese slices and a Bud Light. About five minutes later, I was diving into a lovely bit of deliciousness. Crispy crust, garlicy sauce, and the right amount of cheese (Just No! Pizza shouldn't have more cheese than crust!). About 30 seconds and a burnt roof of my mouth (that's supposed to happen), got a third slice and actually tasted it. It's not Romella's on Merrick Road in Valley Stream and it's not Joey's on Central, but it's pretty damn good. read more

Food is amazing pizza is a little pricey but that's the price for having heaven in your mouth. I walked in I saw who was cooking the pizzas and I knew this place would be amazing. When I got the pizza it was even better than I thought it'd be. Would recommend to everyone it's gas. read more

East coast transplant. I can transport myself back there sitting in their dining room enjoying their delicious pepperoni pizza. Taste of home! read more

Great New York style and Sicilian style pizza. Place is very clean remind me a back home very old school

Yummy! We love rays pizza. Their cheese pizza is so tasty. $17 and some change for a large. Cheese toppings are tasty!