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Ray's Real Pizza

3.6 (80 reviews)
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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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John C.

Horrible. If I could leave zero stars I would. This is the pie I received. Owner had attitude. Never again will I order food from there.

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Amy G.

Great fresh pizza, clean restaurant and friendly staff. Get a slice of sausage you will not be disappointed.

I ordered a roast beef, mozzarella, and roasted red peppers on garlic bread. There is so little roast beef, you can't even taste it! If I wanted just a loaf of bread, I would've just ordered garlic bread with cheese and saved myself $9. Coworker ordered a salad and it was awful compared to what they used to serve. So many people have recommended them but I refuse to pay prices for food that I can get cheaper, and with more meat, at Wawa. This is the 3rd time I've ordered from Ray's. Had issues the 2nd time, I called to address the issues and the staff was so rude and nasty on the phone, like they don't need your business, so it's not worth calling I just won't order again when someone says to order from there. They also charge $3 for delivery (we are 1.1 miles away) and expect you to tip drivers decently.

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Cody O.

I stopped into Ray's for a quick slice on the way back from the beach. The parking lot around back has plenty of space for cars. The dining room inside is clean and the tile floor is tastefully done. There are a few paintings that adorn the wall, bringing a classic, Italian atmosphere. They also have an ATM machine and fresh deli meats available. Their pizza is the classic Jersey shore style: a thin, crisp base with greasy, salty cheese and an excellent, flavorful tomato sauce. The crust on the slice was okay. It was slightly dry, but pleasantly crispy.

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absolutely delicious food .the cheesecake is amazing creamy.great atmosphere. nice people

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Best pizza in the area by a mile. Wouldn't go anywhere else. Plain pie can't be beat.

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Best Italian food! The pizza and eggplant was delicious. We go here often for quick dinner.

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Love it here ! So friendly, clean and the rolls r huge and so delicious great service and delivery

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