Grumpy's Sourdough Pizza Co. 522 Saddle River Rd…read more Saddle Brook, NJ 07663 Hot Honey Heaven Grumpy's Triple Threat Multiple people have reached out to me and suggested I explore this locally owned pizzeria located in the heart of Saddle Brook. As I entered the parlor, it is a hole in the wall with minimal seating and no AC unit. Regardless that it wasn't fancy, I still had a very gut instinct the quality of their pies was going to be on the money. When I arrived a weekday afternoon to place my order, the cashier informed me there will be a 40 minute wait. For the fact that the wait is this long indicates there are in demand and their pizza is top quality. I also saw framed plaques along their table counter showing they received positive media recognition from The Record, northjersey.com, and bestofnj.com. Hot Honey Heaven: I was initially skeptical about the appearance of this pie because it looks kind of messy. However, I took a single bite and was immediately hooked. This pie was topped with pepperoni, crispy chicken, and ricotta cheese. Mike's Hot Honey was generously poured over the top. It has a combination of sweet and spiciness. I never anticipated honey would enhance the flavor of the pie; I wish I requested an extra cup! Grumpy's Triple Threat: Named after the restaurant, this pie is prepared with pesto, grandma sauce, and pink tomato sauce. The sprinkled parmigiano reggiano added a nice touch. I especially liked the artistic appearance. The three colors were visually appealing, especially with the swirls of pesto. All pies are prepared with their signature sourdough pizza crust. Each slice had a perfect undercarriage and a firm crunch. Customers have the option to bake the pies may light, medium, or well-done. I chose medium because a majority of the customer base prefers this style. As a bonus, Grumpy's offer complimentary crust upgrades. I opted to add garlic butter brush; the outer crust edge was literally brushed with hot, garlic-infused butter. While it is common to throw away the top portion of the pizza, the upgrade is definitely an incentive to eat the crust. San Marzano tomatoes are the primary ingredient for the sauce. It's not overly sweet and has a light tang. This pizzeria is geared for take out, but there are plenty of benches only minutes away at Saddle River County Park. You can enjoy your pie while admiring the beautiful scenery of the park. The parking lot has limited spaces, but you can easily find a spot on the street. Grumpy's may be a hole in the wall, but the pizza was outstanding. I'm really exuberant that I had a pristine experience exploring sourdough crust for the first time! I was far from "grumpy" after dining here! #grumpys #grumpyssourdoughpizzaco #grumpystriplethreat #hothoneyheaven

Tried this place for the first time after picking up an order for a group. They have some fun and…read moreinteresting pizza options, and I decided to go with the classic personal pie. A heads-up if you're driving: parking can be a little difficult. There's a sign pointing to parking in the rear, but the lot is pretty small. You may be better off parking on a side street and walking over. I went just before the lunch hour, and the line was already out the door. They were also getting plenty of phone calls, so they definitely seem to have a busy business going. As for the pizza, the taste was good overall. The dough was a little tough and seemed possibly overdone, and the type of cheese they use made the pizza feel a bit greasy. That said, I'd be willing to try it again. Next time, I might skip the personal pie and try a different size or style to see if that makes a difference. Staff were very kind!!!! * I didn't see any slices on display, but people were ordering by the slice.

Last night my hole family got very sick from eating there grilled chicken, we all had very…read moreextremely bad stomach cramps & pains & diarrhea , an also not to be funny but we gave some of the chkn to our dog an last night the dog also had very bad diarrhea, so if 3 ppl & the dog all got very sick from eating there grilled chkn , well it had to be the chkn , we are all going to the doctors today , an also getting a case of toilet paper... I'm serious

Good pizza in the neighborhood. They have a ton of variety, and they sell slices, even at night.read more

The BEST...T ONLY problem is that they don't offer deliver. Both my husband & I have become…read moredisabled where we can't leave our apartment and delivery would be perfect. Before we became disabled, we would get a pizza one a week it was the ONLY place we would order from. Now we need to order from other places & no one come even close. So yes I do recommend this place

Outstanding pizza not too thin not too heavy great cheese to crust ratio…read more Calzone huge and delicious baked perfectly

We usually order a plain cheese pizza from Santoni's so we've never had any issues ordering in the…read morepast. We changed things up this time and ordered a large pizza half cheese and half olives/ricotta cheese dollops/mushrooms. If you look at the picture, less than half the pizza is covered with the toppings we paid extra for (~$7.00). It is a little disappointing so we won't be halving toppings in the future. I still gave 4 stars because the food/people that work here have been great and deliveries are usually smooth. We've been ordering from here since we moved to the area (~3 years ago) and this order is the outlier when you look at the bigger picture.

Pizza is fantastic. Best in the area. Staff is very friendly. Someone always holds the door open…read morewhen I leave with a pizza in my hand. Definitely recommend!

This is my go to restaurant and not sure why the ratings are low. This place has one of the best…read moreauthentic Italian food. I definitely would recommend to anyone. It is family owed, and the service may be slow at times but the quality of food you cannot compare. Tonight we had as an appetizers the calamari, french fries and grilled octopus. I definitely had a taste of the calamari which are to die for, grilled octopus melted in your mouth. For dinner my nephew had the penne and vodka sauce which he loved. His girlfriend had the caccio and pepper, and I had the veal chop parmigiana special which was delicious.

10 out of 10, phenomenal experience. From the moment you walk in to the moment you leave, you're a…read morepart of a wonderful and warm family deviated to quality ingredients that make up authentic and stop-in-your-tracks delicious food. We had pasta, prosciutto, chicken, veal, calamari, cannoli, and so many other things it was hard to keep track. The staff was kind and personable and made us want to hurry back! Rita was our server and seemed genuinely excited to be there. Can't wait to bring friends!

New owners, new awnings, new ovens, new drinks,new outdoor seating...usually a recipe for disaster…read morefor an iconic pizza shop BUT the updated PizzaTown USA beats the odds and is fantastic! How did this classic NJ pizza get even better? I thought I'd miss the rude attitudes from the old owners and staff but niceness does have its rewards after all

A surprise pit stop off the highway. We stopped in hungry and pleasantly enjoyed the pizza the thin…read morecrust and flap was perfect. They have a sign of the actual size of the family canzone and I'm intrigued for another visit to try it. It was a nice vibe, lots of traffic on a Friday night. Small inside, a few tables. It feels like a family place with a big pizza cooking area. The slice sizes were big, most of all the cheese pizza was very good.

Pazza Luna is truly a hidden gem and easily one of my top 5 favorite restaurants! Every time I…read morebring someone new here, they end up loving it just as much as I do. Whenever I'm craving Italian, this is the first place that comes to mind. My go-to dish is the Chicken Florentine--it's absolutely delicious and the portions are huge, definitely worth every penny. This time, I decided to switch it up and tried the Chicken Cordon Bleu, and wow--it was fantastic! That sauce was everything. The service is always just as good as the food. Our waitress is so sweet and always remembers us, greeting us with the warmest smile every time we walk in. We love Pazza Luna's cozy vibe, great food, and welcoming staff. Can't recommend it enough!

Food was great. Everything was nice and tasty. Servers were pleasant. Restaurant looks smaller…read moreoutside than what it is inside. Nice place for lunch or dinner.

Favorite little local spot! Eat inside or outside it's an overall lowkey local spot with good food…read moreand friendly people and service! Everytime I come here I get the soy garlic wings to start (perfectly crispy and full of flavor) and Las Cartinas pizza, it's the perfect combo on a pizza I didn't know I needed until I had it here at Plank! Totally recommend 100%, when you want a wide selection of beers and ciders and great pizza combinations!

Straight up millennial cash grab. Probably great if you want to go somewhere and drink 14 beers,…read morebut not for a good, or fast, dinner

*TOO GOOD TO GO REVIEW*…read more For the amount we paid, we got a lot of slices of pizza. Plus, the pick-up time was at a reasonable time frame - actual dinner time and not at 9 PM. We got 4 slices (3 plain, 1 buffalo chicken), and 3 garlic knots. The slices were HUGE. It's probably 1.5x the size of a regular slice. It was only okay though. The crust was too thick for me. There are certain pizzas that are still good even when you reheat it but again, this one was just basic. But still, I can't complain since we got a great deal, and at the end of the day, pizza is pizza.

Friendly and welcoming staff and owners. Great food , great service, great for take out or dine in.read more

Food is more than just nourishment; it's a universal language. It's the experience of sharing a…read moremeal with others that makes dining out special. Located on the busy West Pleasant Avenue in Maywood, my partner, our friends, and I decided on Amici's, translated from the Italian meaning "friends." Upon arrival for some of us as first-timers at this family-owned BYOB neighborhood establishment, we were greeted by the staff and got a table for 5 inside one of the dining rooms by the window for a celebratory dinner. Outside dining is available, weather permitting. Their menu features authentic Italian staples such as wood-fired pizzas, classic pasta dishes, and homemade comfort food. As appetizers, we decided on the Rice Balls with vodka sauce. For our main meal, we opted for the Flounder Francese, Eggplant Parmigiana (one with spaghetti and another with linguini), Paccheri with Seafood, Roma Pizza, and Tossed Salad. Some meal accompanied by a side salad. Complimentary bread began our meal. Everything tasted fresh and well-balanced. One can tell they take pride in their ingredients and preparation. The pasta especially deserves all the hype, rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The portions were healthy and suitable for a second meal. The prices were reasonable. The owner, Rosario, would personally visit each table for small talk. The entire staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our experience special; our server was Dawne. So, the next time one sits down to eat, take a moment to appreciate the experience. Savor the flavors, yes, but also relish the connections that form across the table. In a world that sometimes feels divided, food serves as a reminder of our shared connections. This is exactly how a business needs to be run; therefore, we highly recommend Amici's to anyone looking for true back-home dining.

Amici is NJ's answer to dynamite Italian cuisine on this side of the Hudson River…read more Arthur Ave has nothing on this place. The long hots are a destination dish and the house baked bread and broccoli rabe in garlic and oil are exceptional.