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Saint Francis Apizza, with locations in Hyde Park and Oakley, is serving up authentic New Haven-style "apizza" that brings a unique twist to Cincinnati's pizza scene. Known for its perfectly crisp crust, airy interior, rich tomato sauce, and quality toppings, it's easy to see why it has quickly become a favorite among local foodies. The Hyde Park location is takeout only, making it perfect for a cozy night in, while the Oakley spot offers dine-in if you're looking to enjoy the full experience fresh out of the oven. We tried the Hot Honey Pizza and the Burrata Pizza, and both were packed with incredible flavor and the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and cheesy. If you're in the area and looking to switch up your usual pizza order, this place is definitely worth adding to your list
We finally made it to the new sit‑down version of the restaurant after I had talked it up to my family nonstop. It was packed when we arrived, which wasn't surprising given all the hype. Their takeout spot is easily one of the best pizzas in Cincinnati, so expectations were high. The menu here is a bit smaller than the takeout version, which was fine, but the bigger issue was that the pizza just didn't hit the same way. The flavors and consistency weren't quite on par with what we've come to love from their original location, and my family was underwhelmed after I'd set the bar so high. I'm not sure what needs to happen behind the scenes to match the quality and taste of the takeout shop, but if they can dial that in, this place would be incredible. And if possible, adding the white pizza to the dine‑in menu would be a huge win. It's a standout. Overall, still a good experience, but not quite the knockout we were hoping for given how amazing their pizza is from their takeout location.
Seated quickly. It was around 5:30, so we probably beat the main dinner crowd. No background music! Yeah!! Usually the background music from ceiling speakers just increase the noise and make it difficult to have any conversation. This was perfect. Noise from the kitchen and other customers was not bad. Waitress was quick on the spot and told us the difference in pizzas. She checked up on us regularly. Good job with that. Not a wide variety of wine selection, but it is a pizza place, not a wine shop. Anyway, the Chianti was good, as was the red blend. Pizza!! Two crust styles. New York, thin crust and a Chicago style thin crust. We got one of each. One was 1/2 pepperoni 1/2 cheese. The other was the "Erie" which is cheese with hot honey, pepper flakes and very thin slices of jalapeños, we got only 1/2 with jalapeños. My wife and daughter both preferred the New York style because they liked the crust around the edges and pie shape pieces. I preferred the Chicago style with the square cut pieces and toppings clear to the edges. They are a bit more $ than some places. Two pizzas, 3 glasses of wine and one salad (big enough for three people) cost us $105 without a tip. So, be prepared to spend $ if you're paying for a group that drinks wine, wants a salad or appetizers. But the pizza was very good. Even with the cost, we will be going back. But go early, there was a line of folks waiting when we left, and they don't do reservations.
We stopped in on a Saturday afternoon and to our surprise, were seated immediately! We ended up getting a half-and-half east coast crust - half Erie Ave and half Burrata Marg. For the price, you really can't get anything better in the city for a whole pizza that can last two people a few days. The sauce is bright and fresh, and toppings always complement the pizza very well. Crust is crisp and chewy. Service is quick, welcoming, friendly, and attentive. Be sure to get here early because the wait will be longer as the day goes on. Come here and feel like you're transported to New Haven!
This was the best pizza I've had in a long time. Thin New York style with some char on the crust. My only complaint is that they could have put more burrata. My partner and I finished the whole thing in one evening. They only sell 16" pizzas. You can get half and half any specialty pizza. We took it to go (and ate it at Urban Artifact), but you can eat there and they have a nice dining area. Call ahead to order pick up because the wait will be long. This was worth the drive and I can't wait to go back!
The St. Francis Apizza dine-in experience certainly lives up to the take-out one. We waited about 20 minutes for a table on Friday night. No big deal because you can grab a drink at the bar and have the tab transferred to your table when seated. The three of us had a Wandering Monsters ale and a bottle of the house red, a light and tannic wine that paired well with the pizza. To eat we ordered one pizza of each style. Mama Scholl's New Haven was a bit spicy with plenty of Italian sausage and hot peppers. The ratio of toppings to crust was perfect, with good spotting on the bottom of the dough. As usual my favorite part is the outer edge of crust where you can taste the quality of the bread and ingredients! We also had the Central Time thin crust. I liked the topping combo on this one a lot, even though thin crust isn't my preferred style. The pizza was sturdy and crispy enough to stand up to sauce and toppings but you don't get that same bread experience. I'd say the tavern style emphasizes the toppings, while New Haven tips the balance more toward the bread. All in a really great night out with personable servers, good drinks and delicious pizza. Can't wait to come back!
We came to St Francis Apizza after hearing rave reviews and were happy we got seated right away! The house salad and Caesar salad were great. We got the Erie Ave pizza and the cheese pizza. The Erie Ave was really good! The menu is also affordably priced too when coming with friends and splitting a pizza between 2/3!
The first time I've heard of St. Francis Apizza was seeing a clip on Instagram. Looked so good that I told my fiancée that we have to check them out! They have another location in Hyde Park which is carry out only. We went for lunch on a Saturday. The inside is spacious with a bar area, wine and pizza to go. They specialize in New Haven/New York Inspired 16" Triangle cut serves 2-3 & Thin crust Chicago inspired. You can order their specialty pizzas or create your own. They are cooked well done and lightly charred. Vegan cheese is also offered. They have a great wine and beee list to choose from. You can also get Pizza dips (cost extra) on the sides. Besides pizza, they also serve salads, small charcuterie board and side olives. We ordered: Drinks: House Red (Montepulciano) Wandering Monsters/St Francis Apizza Apizza Beer Lunch: 16" New Haven pizza 1/2 and 1/2 1/2 Burrata Marg-Margo-Rita finished with burrata cheese 1/2 New Richmond-local mushrooms and red onion. We didn't have to wait long. Our pizza was perfection. The dough is what makes it. The ingredients went so well and I have to say that the Margo-Rita was my fave. Loved the fresh tomato sauce and burrata! Paired well with my red wine. My fiancée enjoyed it as well! Hillary was not only our server but also the manager. She was down to earth, attentive and helpful. She was telling us that they make their dough the night before and let it sit overnight. That's why it's so good! What a great experience and I can't wait to come back to try the Chicago style next! This is on my top 5 fave pizza joints in Cincinnati!
Heard a ton of hype about this place from Dave Portnoy's Cincinnati pizza reviews and a new location conveniently just opened up in Oakley so I had to give it a try. It absolutely lived up to the high praise as the best slice in Cincinnati. The crust was perfectly toasted and not too doughy and the sauce was slightly sweet and tangy which was delicious with the burrata. Highly recommend this place and this pizza! Will be back soon.
Such a cute and cozy place. Our waiter was nice and very informative on the menu. He recommended the PBOJ and I am so glad he did. It was incredible. We ordered the Chicago style for the PBOJ! The thin crust was incredible and it gave more of a light feeling. The sweet and spicy flavors balanced each other out and was magnificent. The NY/ New Haven style was delicious and a classic style of pizza. Our waiter told us that they cook their pizzas well done and there would be some char on the bottom of the pizza. I was pleasantly surprised by the flavor it added. Highly recommend. Will totally be back.
Excellent pizza, great atmosphere and helpful staff. Restaurant has free parking behind it off Brazee St. We ordered Cincy Supreme East Coast pizza (we changed green olives to black). Pizza was a little too well done for my wife but ok by me.
I love a Neapolitan pizza as much as the next girl, and Margarita pizza is actually my favorite. However, this pizza was just OK, not nasty but it lacked sauce for me. It was too dry. The crust and everything was executed well. What made it even better was the garlic oil with the pizza, which I loved and had to take home with me. That's a nice touch. I like that they sell beer and wine, cause that means they keep the cocktails simple. It's not a place I need to revisit, however I would and maybe try another pizza and add extra sauce. Service was OK. They do close a little early during the week (9pm) and there are no reservations. This place gets pretty busy so make sure you allow yourself enough time to enjoy the food and service. It's also family friendly so grab the kids. Come and grab a slice but add extra sauce!
Love that they take your order at the bar, and you find your own seats now. Streamlining.....
I stopped in here for the first time a couple days ago. This had been on my list for a long time and I finally made it. I was getting carry out but I had a glass of Roscato wine while I was waiting and then had a few slices of the pizza also before I left. I ordered the tavern style pizza and got it half and half. The hubby likes the meat and I prefer the veggies. I ordered half Veggie Deluxe which came with peppers, mushrooms, onion, garlic, and black olives. The other half was the Cincy Supreme (hubby's side) and it had pepperoni, sausage, onion, mushrooms, and green olives. The tavern style pizza was super thin crust and was crunchy which is my absolute favorite! The gal at the counter was helpful with both the wine choice and the pizza choice. Looks like they had plenty of seating options in their little place and also you can just walk right in and pick up your to-go order at the counter. Oh yeah, you also place your order before you sit down and they bring it to you when it is ready. All in all I will come back again and next time I will try the East Coast inspired crust. read more
We stayed in the area and decided to take a walk here for lunch. We arrived right as they opened and were sat immediately. You order at the counter and then sit and they bring your food to you. I'm a huge fan of New Haven style pizza but for some the charred crust might not be appealing. We ended up ordering a large cheese and a large New Richmond. Both were super crispy and obviously hot out of the oven. Personally I preferred the sweetness of the onions on the New Richmond over the plain cheese we got. The crust itself is delicious and unlike some pizza places, can be eaten alone. We got a side of ranch which despite being pricey at $2, did taste better than something off the shelf. If you like crispy and airy pizza with a hint of wood fired flavor then this place checks all the boxes, read more
4 months ago
Saint Francis Apizza | Pepperoni and a Caesar Salad | $42 (tip included) I'm super particular about pizza. Sauce can't be too sweet, crust can't be too crunchy or too doughy, and toppings can't be overpowering. I'm an absolute pizza snob and I know it. But here's the deal, this was pretty good! We got the New York inspired crust which is a thinner, triangular cut. The restaurant go-to is crust that is well done and charred, but you can ask for a lighter bake (which is what I want to try next time!) The crust was my favorite part. It wasn't too cracker thin and had quite a bit of flavor on its own. The pepperoni is a safe choice for a new try. It's also Eddy's preference, so that's what we went with. The pepperonis were the mini cupped size ones similar to Pizza Hut. Nothing fancy or overpowering. The sauce was a little too sweet for me. It would've benefitted from added seasoning, but it should also be easily masked by trying different toppings. Super yum! We're both excited to go back. We'll probably do half-n-half pepperoni and either sausage/mushroom (my fav growing up!) or something with burrata (cause I've never tried burrata on pizza before and that feels like a must!) Super cute and rustic vibes all around. Servers were fast and the wait time was minimal given the crowd. Seating is fairly intimate and it looks a little smooshed together, but trust me, it's kinda perfect for a low stakes night out! Note - the Caesar salad was $12. I was expecting a larger portion, but that's okay. The presentation in a paper boat was also a little confusing, but again, it was okay and I ate the whole thing! read more
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Alexander P.
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Saint Francis Apizza, with locations in Hyde Park and Oakley, is serving up authentic New Haven-style "apizza" that brings a unique twist to Cincinnati's pizza scene. Known for its perfectly crisp crust, airy interior, rich tomato sauce, and quality toppings, it's easy to see why it has quickly become a favorite among local foodies. The Hyde Park location is takeout only, making it perfect for a cozy night in, while the Oakley spot offers dine-in if you're looking to enjoy the full experience fresh out of the oven. We tried the Hot Honey Pizza and the Burrata Pizza, and both were packed with incredible flavor and the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and cheesy. If you're in the area and looking to switch up your usual pizza order, this place is definitely worth adding to your list read more
We finally made it to the new sit‑down version of the restaurant after I had talked it up to my family nonstop. It was packed when we arrived, which wasn't surprising given all the hype. Their takeout spot is easily one of the best pizzas in Cincinnati, so expectations were high. The menu here is a bit smaller than the takeout version, which was fine, but the bigger issue was that the pizza just didn't hit the same way. The flavors and consistency weren't quite on par with what we've come to love from their original location, and my family was underwhelmed after I'd set the bar so high. I'm not sure what needs to happen behind the scenes to match the quality and taste of the takeout shop, but if they can dial that in, this place would be incredible. And if possible, adding the white pizza to the dine‑in menu would be a huge win. It's a standout. Overall, still a good experience, but not quite the knockout we were hoping for given how amazing their pizza is from their takeout location. read more
Seated quickly. It was around 5:30, so we probably beat the main dinner crowd. No background music! Yeah!! Usually the background music from ceiling speakers just increase the noise and make it difficult to have any conversation. This was perfect. Noise from the kitchen and other customers was not bad. Waitress was quick on the spot and told us the difference in pizzas. She checked up on us regularly. Good job with that. Not a wide variety of wine selection, but it is a pizza place, not a wine shop. Anyway, the Chianti was good, as was the red blend. Pizza!! Two crust styles. New York, thin crust and a Chicago style thin crust. We got one of each. One was 1/2 pepperoni 1/2 cheese. The other was the "Erie" which is cheese with hot honey, pepper flakes and very thin slices of jalapeños, we got only 1/2 with jalapeños. My wife and daughter both preferred the New York style because they liked the crust around the edges and pie shape pieces. I preferred the Chicago style with the square cut pieces and toppings clear to the edges. They are a bit more $ than some places. Two pizzas, 3 glasses of wine and one salad (big enough for three people) cost us $105 without a tip. So, be prepared to spend $ if you're paying for a group that drinks wine, wants a salad or appetizers. But the pizza was very good. Even with the cost, we will be going back. But go early, there was a line of folks waiting when we left, and they don't do reservations. read more
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5 months ago
We stopped in on a Saturday afternoon and to our surprise, were seated immediately! We ended up getting a half-and-half east coast crust - half Erie Ave and half Burrata Marg. For the price, you really can't get anything better in the city for a whole pizza that can last two people a few days. The sauce is bright and fresh, and toppings always complement the pizza very well. Crust is crisp and chewy. Service is quick, welcoming, friendly, and attentive. Be sure to get here early because the wait will be longer as the day goes on. Come here and feel like you're transported to New Haven! read more
This was the best pizza I've had in a long time. Thin New York style with some char on the crust. My only complaint is that they could have put more burrata. My partner and I finished the whole thing in one evening. They only sell 16" pizzas. You can get half and half any specialty pizza. We took it to go (and ate it at Urban Artifact), but you can eat there and they have a nice dining area. Call ahead to order pick up because the wait will be long. This was worth the drive and I can't wait to go back! read more
1 year ago
The St. Francis Apizza dine-in experience certainly lives up to the take-out one. We waited about 20 minutes for a table on Friday night. No big deal because you can grab a drink at the bar and have the tab transferred to your table when seated. The three of us had a Wandering Monsters ale and a bottle of the house red, a light and tannic wine that paired well with the pizza. To eat we ordered one pizza of each style. Mama Scholl's New Haven was a bit spicy with plenty of Italian sausage and hot peppers. The ratio of toppings to crust was perfect, with good spotting on the bottom of the dough. As usual my favorite part is the outer edge of crust where you can taste the quality of the bread and ingredients! We also had the Central Time thin crust. I liked the topping combo on this one a lot, even though thin crust isn't my preferred style. The pizza was sturdy and crispy enough to stand up to sauce and toppings but you don't get that same bread experience. I'd say the tavern style emphasizes the toppings, while New Haven tips the balance more toward the bread. All in a really great night out with personable servers, good drinks and delicious pizza. Can't wait to come back! read more
We came to St Francis Apizza after hearing rave reviews and were happy we got seated right away! The house salad and Caesar salad were great. We got the Erie Ave pizza and the cheese pizza. The Erie Ave was really good! The menu is also affordably priced too when coming with friends and splitting a pizza between 2/3! read more
The first time I've heard of St. Francis Apizza was seeing a clip on Instagram. Looked so good that I told my fiancée that we have to check them out! They have another location in Hyde Park which is carry out only. We went for lunch on a Saturday. The inside is spacious with a bar area, wine and pizza to go. They specialize in New Haven/New York Inspired 16" Triangle cut serves 2-3 & Thin crust Chicago inspired. You can order their specialty pizzas or create your own. They are cooked well done and lightly charred. Vegan cheese is also offered. They have a great wine and beee list to choose from. You can also get Pizza dips (cost extra) on the sides. Besides pizza, they also serve salads, small charcuterie board and side olives. We ordered: Drinks: House Red (Montepulciano) Wandering Monsters/St Francis Apizza Apizza Beer Lunch: 16" New Haven pizza 1/2 and 1/2 1/2 Burrata Marg-Margo-Rita finished with burrata cheese 1/2 New Richmond-local mushrooms and red onion. We didn't have to wait long. Our pizza was perfection. The dough is what makes it. The ingredients went so well and I have to say that the Margo-Rita was my fave. Loved the fresh tomato sauce and burrata! Paired well with my red wine. My fiancée enjoyed it as well! Hillary was not only our server but also the manager. She was down to earth, attentive and helpful. She was telling us that they make their dough the night before and let it sit overnight. That's why it's so good! What a great experience and I can't wait to come back to try the Chicago style next! This is on my top 5 fave pizza joints in Cincinnati! read more
Heard a ton of hype about this place from Dave Portnoy's Cincinnati pizza reviews and a new location conveniently just opened up in Oakley so I had to give it a try. It absolutely lived up to the high praise as the best slice in Cincinnati. The crust was perfectly toasted and not too doughy and the sauce was slightly sweet and tangy which was delicious with the burrata. Highly recommend this place and this pizza! Will be back soon. read more
8 months ago
Such a cute and cozy place. Our waiter was nice and very informative on the menu. He recommended the PBOJ and I am so glad he did. It was incredible. We ordered the Chicago style for the PBOJ! The thin crust was incredible and it gave more of a light feeling. The sweet and spicy flavors balanced each other out and was magnificent. The NY/ New Haven style was delicious and a classic style of pizza. Our waiter told us that they cook their pizzas well done and there would be some char on the bottom of the pizza. I was pleasantly surprised by the flavor it added. Highly recommend. Will totally be back. read more
Excellent pizza, great atmosphere and helpful staff. Restaurant has free parking behind it off Brazee St. We ordered Cincy Supreme East Coast pizza (we changed green olives to black). Pizza was a little too well done for my wife but ok by me. read more
I love a Neapolitan pizza as much as the next girl, and Margarita pizza is actually my favorite. However, this pizza was just OK, not nasty but it lacked sauce for me. It was too dry. The crust and everything was executed well. What made it even better was the garlic oil with the pizza, which I loved and had to take home with me. That's a nice touch. I like that they sell beer and wine, cause that means they keep the cocktails simple. It's not a place I need to revisit, however I would and maybe try another pizza and add extra sauce. Service was OK. They do close a little early during the week (9pm) and there are no reservations. This place gets pretty busy so make sure you allow yourself enough time to enjoy the food and service. It's also family friendly so grab the kids. Come and grab a slice but add extra sauce! read more
4 months ago
The pizza flavor was good and fresh. However, it is definitely not worth going out of your way to try. It is extremely overpriced. They do not have servers. You have to get your own water or carrier drinks from the bar. And they bring the pizza out to you. One of our pizzas was made incorrectly. The decor seemed nice. The staff that was working seem to do a good job. But this pizza joint is way overhyped for what it is. read more
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Alexander P.
Hey Matt, this is Alex, owner of St Francis Apizza. I’m sorry you…
5 months ago
5 months ago
Speechless. Simply incredible pie. 100% lived up to the hype. Great taste, great service. Best New Haven style pizza in the Cinci area, hands down. Run don't walk. read more
After my fiancee and I heard about this place, we instantly wanted to check it out. We're both big pizza fans, and if there's a pizza place worth trying nearby us, we're gonna try it, and we were certainly glad we checked this one out. Great service, delicious pizza, and a very laid back atmosphere with awesome music too. Their specialty is New Haven style hand-tossed pizza and Chicago-style thin crust pizza. Their menu also includes different salads and tasty appetizers. Their libations menu isn't huge and mainly emphasizes wine but they do have select beer options from Wandering Monsters Brewing (great local brewery). Hillary, the manager, was our server, and she took all the time to explain everything to us. She was very friendly and welcoming. For drinks, I had a Wandering Monsters Apizza Beer (a collaboration between Wandering Monsters and St Francis), and my fiancee had the house Montepulciano. For our pizza, we did a 16" half and half of Burrata Marg and New Richmond. It was a bit busy for lunch on a Saturday but our pizza was ready pretty fast. It was absolutely delicious too! My fiancee and I had a tough time trying to decide which half we liked more. Before we left, we were already talking about coming back soon, so you KNOW we enjoyed it. They so have two locations, this one and one in Hyde Park, but this is the only one with seating. The other one if carryout only. Still, if you're looking for some excellent pizza, give one of their locations a try. read more
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Alexander P.
Hey Josh, I just wanted to thank you for your kind words. I'm so glad…
5 months ago
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Thanks, Anthony! We appreciate you coming in
9 months ago
A great spot for salad and pizza! The house salad has a tasty light vinaigrette dressing. Pizzas are amazing too. Service was fast, friendly and helpful. Love the space too. Warm and comfortable with nice big windows too. read more
9 months ago
Excellent experience. New Haven style 9/10! Chicago Tavern style was great, but was completely outshined by the New Haven. Crisp, cracker crust and super fresh ingredients. The sauce was absolutely amazing. Wandering monster "Bossie" was an excellent pairing with the pizzas. Super friendly service by the bartender even though they were very busy. Get in early, cause they run out of dough quick! No question, I will be back for seconds! read more
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Alexander P.
Hey Tonya, this is Alex, owner of St Francis Apizza. Thank you for…
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Alexander P.
Thank you very much, Gary! Check out our location at 3200 Madison…
11 months ago
This is the best pizza in Cincy, hands down. Much passion and research has gone into crafting the perfect pie by the owner/staff, and the results show. Perfect amount of crisp in the crust and undercarriage while also having a nice chew. Sauce, cheese, and toppings are fresh and flavorful. As near perfect as it gets in the area. read more
11 months ago
Finally got a chance to eat here. They have a restaurant now where you can dine in, not just carryout. Atmosphere was nice and staff was very helpful. We had 2 pizzas; one the regular pepperoni and the other was a tavern style (thin crust) pizza. Both pizzas were good but very pricey. The Mexican cokes in a bottle were a bonus. If you like these kinds of pizzas I would recommend this place for you. read more
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Hey Emily, my name is Alex and I own St Francis Apizza. I’m so sorry…
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3200 Madison Rd
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