***3 1/2 stars*** Maybe it lost something in transit or I didn't get the right pie, but I wasn't blown away by this place. I've had Tony D's on my list for a while, knowing it had a solid reputation amongst the North Jersey Italians (and what better demo to have it from?). Yesterday was a perfect opportunity to order/grab some pizza and bring it over to my top-tier chum in nearby Montclair for lunch. I didn't do a ton of recon so maybe there was a more obvious/modern method to ordering, but from what I could tell, this place was pretty old school and I just picked up the phone and called over - honestly can't remember the last time I did that, but it brought a nice whiff of nostalgia for me after years of ordering on apps. Didn't realize that Tony D's is literally right around the corner from my BFF Cloverleaf, so the location is pretty convenient if you're in the area. The parking in Caldwell can be pretty annoying, and even though I'm sure I could have rolled the dice I paid a little less than a dollar to park up the street further into a residential neighborhood. Given that Tony D's is exclusively delivery/pickup joint, I think they should pay for the spots right in front as a courtesy to their customers coming in and out; maybe they do and I missed it but if not... Anyway. The guy behind the counter was VERY nice/friendly, and even though I was a few minutes early based on the estimated ETA off my phone call, the pizza literally had just come out of the oven and was ready to rock. From that vantage point, top-notch service. The specific pie that seemed to be their go-to was the Drunken Grandma, which is usually one of my favorites (vodka sauce on pizza should be much more prevalent in my opinion) but I wasn't crazy about the chunks of tomato on it. In hindsight, would have been easy to pick off or even to request that they not be included to begin with, so that would be my recommendation based on this experience. I opted for a square plain pie, especially since I knew that a few young pups would likely be sampling the wares; seemed like an overall safe bet. Optics-wise, I thought it looked very good, and I don't regret going square here. The crust for me was probably the best part, and I made sure to strategically grab all of the corner pieces once we started eating. Nice crisp to it for sure. The overall taste of the pie just wasn't my thing. I wasn't crazy about the sauce (maybe another argument for the vodka sauce, right?) and the cheese was just okay. Tasted to me more like generic by the slice pizza, which isn't my preference. My top-tier chum liked it more than I did, so definitely could just be an issue with palate preference here but this might have suffered from inflated expectations. I'd give them another shot if a similar circumstance presented itself, but I'd go with the pie it's known for - there's a reason the Drunken Grandma is front and center in almost every review. Learn from me. read more

Tony D's Pizza - Plain Square Pie. - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

Another great Tony D's pizza. 16in square w/ half pepperoni. Thin, crispy, and cheesy. Just the way I like it :) read more

Tony D's Pizza - 16in square, 1/2 pepperoni. Tasty! - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

This place is always yummy. Cost is high up there tho and I think they made the pie smaller but the price went up lol they're very nice. Their pizza is always top notch tho. So I understand why it cost most than your usual place !! read more

Tony D's Pizza - Drunken Grandma - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

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I'm a pizza snob originally from NYC and this place is excellent. On par with the best pizza I've had from NYC. Highly recommend the popular choices but you cannot go wrong with any of them. read more

When you've been around greatness, you know it when you taste it. Tony D's Pizza in Caldwell is championship-level--no question. This is some of the best pizza in Essex County, period. From the crust to the sauce, everything is dialed in like a Super Bowl game plan. And trust me... they handled a "Giant" appetite with ease If you're in Jersey and you're serious about your pizza--this is the spot. #BigBlueApproved #EssexCountyEats read more

The only place where you can get the drunken grandmother! It's the best pizza ever. Service is on point. We always get our pizzas from here. This is a take away place only. Highly recommend trying them out. read more

Great service and very friendly staff! They were very timely with the order, it was done right when they said it would be. The pizza was delicious. Definitely worth a try if you like thin crust pizza! read more

Standout Pizza in a Crowded Field. This place rises above the rest. The Grandma pie is crisp, light, and full of flavor--everything you want in a classic. The Long Hot n Roni brings the perfect heat, with crispy pepperoni and just enough kick from the peppers. Surrounded by competition, this spot actually earns your repeat order. Best Pizza in town by far!!! read more

Tony's is fantastic. And Tony himself is a gentleman! I usually grab random slices and all have been home runs great pizza shop. I call it a pizza shop bc I believe it's strictly pizza he sells. And let me tell you he knows how to make a good pizza read more

Best buffalo chicken pizza in town and we also love that most options are available on square pies making it way more sq. box efficient!

I love Tony D's thin crust pizza. The Napolitano is my fav. Really good! I will make the drive b/c no one around me in the Totowa/Wayne area makes a thin crust this good. read more

It's been about a year since we had our last pizza from Tony D's, and more than three years since I posted my last review. Happily, very little has changed. That is to say, they continue to offer some of the best pizza you'll find in the northern NJ. We once again ordered the Drunken Grandma, which is a square, thin crust pie made with vodka sauce, grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil and grated parmigiano. We all agreed it was as delicious as we remembered it to be. It's not a cheap pizza, and it's not the largest square pie, ringing in at $25, but it's worth the price. They describe their pizza as "artisanal" which is a term that usually makes me cringe, but in this case it applies. The quality of the ingredients and the care that go into each pizza is really a cut above what you'll find at most pizzerias. Seriously, when was the last time you encountered hand-cut cherry tomatoes as a topping? It's worth mentioning that Tony D's remains a strictly take-out establishment, and parking can be challenging if you come at a busy time. Fortunately, the service is excellent, and your food will be ready at the time they quote. There is very little on the menu beside pizza other than a few salads and simple appetizer offerings. One non-pizza standout I've had several times is their Buffalo Wings ($12), which is made with their own homemade buffalo-ish sauce that I really like. There aren't many restaurants I review that retain 5-stars through three updates over eight years, but Tony D's is one of them, and it's well deserved. read more

Tony D's Pizza - Drunken Grandma Pie - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

absolutely the best 16inch square with crumbled sausage. Take it from an 82year old who has had more pizza than Guy Fieri.

The pizza always good and consistent. Our favs are the chicken bacon ranch and drunken grandma!

Drunken grandma pie (vodka) was very unique and tasty. And I love how this place has slices (eg versus some other famous pizza places in Nj). I got a plain slice to keep it real. Yummy pizza, very nice staff. There is a back parking lot for 3 hour free parking. read more

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This is the best pizza place in the Caldwells BY MILES. And the Caldwell's have no shortage of amazing pizza. So, this is a very high compliment. They never disappoint. The pizza is light and always cooked perfectly. I recently ordered in at a friend's house who insisted on ordering something called the "Ugly" pie which has garlic and broccoli and a bunch of other things. I was positive it wasn't a pizza I would like. I could not have been more surprised. It was excellent and I have ordered it to my home several times since (half ugly / half sausage & onion). The last time I called I told the person who answered that they needed to put tons of love in my order so I could prove to my house guests how amazing the pizza is. Take a look at the pizza box I received. They actually put extra love in my pizza and I could taste it! Tony D. is always working his a$$ off in the kitchen making sure every pie that is made is done to his standard. The. Best. read more

Tony D's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

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Simply the best pizza in the Caldwell, Fairfield area. There are a couple of close seconds. But Tony D's gets the nod for sure. One of the main reasons is that essentially all they do is pizza. No sandwiches. No entrees. A couple basic apps and that's it. It's a destination pizzeria worth traveling to but I am fortunate to live just 2 miles away. FYI - No dine in. Take out only. read more

Okay, I'm giving Tony D's the benefit of the doubt.. Drove over here after a zoo trip given the great reviews.. Well, it was an off hour on a Tuesday and he was out of the drunken grandma and the other slices I wanted to try. He showed me all he had left. It looked pretty dried out..not too great but I felt badly walking out. So we ordered 2 slices.. After he heated them up it didn't help with the dried out problem too much... The crust was thin but much too crunchy/hard. I'm giving an extra star.. The guy was really nice. I guess it's good at peak time. read more

This one has a split review in the family. I love the square pizza and the small pepperoni slices on the pizza. It's got a Roman style to it so be prepared when you go in. A very small spot so ideal for takeout. read more

A must must try. Get the Ugly pizza square or their Drunken Grandma Pie !! Ever slice is heaven !! Family on an always happy faces to greet you when you walk in!!! read more

I'm told quite regularly that I'm a pizza snob...and I probably am, but I know when I love a pizza and when it's just ok, or worse, when it's bad. After a lot of commentary from a friend I decided to give Tony D's a try. I like my pizza a certain way and Tony D's just didn't do it for me. Don't get me wrong, it was perfectly acceptable pizza, and if I didn't live here in Jersey it would probably be great. I ordered a plain and a sausage slice. The crust on Tony D's pizza is much thinner than I like and a little 'floppier' that I prefer too. I like my slices to have a little 'body' that holds up when you fold it. The taste of the slices were fine too, though the sausage was a little sparse on my slice. I'm going to give Tony D's another try because my buddy loves his pizza too...so I'm thinking maybe it was just a bad night. read more

Tony D's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

The best thin crust pizza around...the Napolitano pizza is absolutely delicious every time. A++++ all the way! Thanks, Tony D read more

Best pizza you'll ever eat!! Homemade sauce is delicious. Order ahead because since they are so amazing, they can get busy. Yum!

This is really really good pizza. If you're gonna order, go for the drunken grandma pie. It's perfect, crispy, thin, everything you want in a pizza. I wish I had some right now for breakfast as I'm typing this! The margarita pie was delicious too, I'm amazed at how they got the crust so thin. So nice and crispy. Can't wait to try other flavors! The only thing I'd have to comment on is the delivery time. It took a good hour and a half. I mean, was it worth it? Yes. Would I order delivery again cause I'm too lazy to go pick it up? Yes. Bottom line, try it. You won't be disappointed! read more

Tony D's Pizza - Margarita pizza! Delicious - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

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The hype is real. This is a pizza joint so my review will be short and to the point. - Yes, it is as good as everyone says - Yes, it is thin crust and delicious - Yes, you have to get the drunken grandma - Yes, its not a slice of pizza but a square - Yes, you need to try everything but they're as good as they sound - Yes, I ask my friends to order this whenever I am around :) read more

Their pizza is terrific, and unusual - square crusts!? My wife had the gluten free which is the best we've tasted, ever. There was a small error in our order which I will put down to the fact that it was the superbowl and the place was hopping. Veggie Pizza was great with the truffle oil touch and the pepperoni was thick cut and flavorful. Will definitely order again. read more

Delicious pizza and a wonderful staff. This place is unbelievably busy (and I'm happy for them). I tried calling around 5-5:30 to place and order for pick up, but it kept coming up as busy. So, I decided to go in person and place an order. I only had one pie but the wait was 40 mins. I walked around a bit and came back to it ready. Based on how many pies j saw there and how many people were inside, I can see why the phone line was busy. Everyone in the establishment was so nice! From the young man who took my order, to the man who brought me my pizza to the young man who rung me up- everyone was pleasant. It's easy to be flustered and not everyone is nice in such a hectic environment. The service alone makes me want to come again. But, luckily the drunk grandma pizza was delicious!! If you live around here, or are visiting, I recommend you pay Tony D's a visit. read more

Tony D's Pizza - Drunk Grandma Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

This place consists of only an oven and a cash register. It's a cool little hole in the wall and I was hoping to like the pizza more than I did. But I found it mediocre, on par with many other pizza places in the area and not as good as Dough, down the street 100 yards. read more

Been meaning to visit Tony D's for a while now. Read about this place on NJ.com and then a couple of friends that live in the area swore by this place. When I realized the owner was an old schoolmate of mine, I just had to try it. Sadly, I didn't get to see Tony but my goodness, this pizza (and my wife agreed) is phenomenal. Tony D's is now in the top 2, with the other being an institution on High St in Orange (Tony knows what I am talking about). So I visited one of said friends today and we decided to take a short ride down Bloomfield Ave and we ordered a Milano and a House Vegetable pie. The texture of the crust was perfect- slightly crunchy but easy to bite into and delicious. The sauce and cheese were ON POINT. To say I over-ate today is an understatement. My friends and sister (who also lives nearby) have been telling me for a long time that I needed to try Tony D's and they were right. I live in southern Bergen County where there are excellent pizzerias on nearly every corner of every road, but not like Tony D's. From now on, every time I visit my friend up the road, Tony D's will be the go-to place. Well done Tony! read more

3.5 STARS It is more than A-OK but I am not a fan yet. Yelp's lack of 1/2 STAR rating is really bothering me. Tried the plain and Buffalo chicken slices. The crust is thin and crispy. The size is a bit small. Seating is outdoor under an awning. There are two public part picnic benches for eating out on the side of the establishment. This makes for a good place to get out and enjoy a quick lunch with friends and colleagues. read more

Tony D's Pizza - Tony D's - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

Tony D's came highly recommended from the legendary pizza aficionado Pete Geneovese of NJ.com. His recommendations have never steered me wrong and Tony D's is another example of that. Tony D's is a hidden gem hole in the wall. The popular pick is the drunken grandma pie and I can see why. It's greasy, cheesy, and delicious. The crunchy, crisp crust has a great structure and the juicy tomatoes combine with the delicious vodka sauce to create an explosion of flavor. It's no wonder how this spot consistently makes the NJ top-ten pizzerias. read more

Tony D's Pizza - The Drunken Grandma - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

Had the grandma pie. Nice thin crust, good amount of sauce and nice and light on the cheese. You could tell they use quality ingredients. Came in on a Saturday afternoon and they were able to make a fresh pie in about 15-20 min. Nice customer service and easy parking on street (metered) or free in the lot behind the store. Nice area to walk around while you wait for pizza. Go here even if you are not in the area - it is worth the trip! read more

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Had 5 pizzas delivered for my son's 1st birthday party yesterday. Half of the guests asked me where the pizza was from since they loved it so much. This was the first time I had tried the plain/cheese pizza. Man, it was so good. We ordered 5 pies for about 20 people and had 1.5 pizzas leftover. If it was dinner time, I'm sure we would have finished all 5. Square pies are perfect for kids' birthday parties. I'll likely get Tony's for the next one. read more

Stopped in and grabbed a few slices, sausage and Gorgonzola, long hots with onions, drunken grandma and plain.. everything was excellent; we will definitely be back to get some more delicious pizza!!! read more

Caldwell's best kept secret! A little bit obscured on a side street, but once you've found it and tried their pies, you'll never want or need to go to another pizzeria. They offer the best thin-crust gourmet pizza known to mankind. Try it, and then try to tell me that I was wrong! And they will gladly make a regular thickness pie if you simply ask for it. I can't get enough! read more

I have tried about 60 pizza places in about a dozen different counties in the last four months. I have Tony D's ranked No. 1. Plain pie is superb. Drunken grandma is magnificent. Worth the trip! read more

Tony D's has a notable reputation for it's square pizza, but my preference is still their classic round pizza well done. This is pretty much a 'takeout only' space, although they do sell slices. So with the recent Covid restrictions in place, Tony D's has adapted perfectly. How would I describe perfect? First, being polite and patient on the phone. Next, giving me a reasonably-precise time to pick up my pizza. Finally, a polite greeting when you pull up with your car, your transaction is completed and you're quickly driving away with your order. The icing on the cake is that the prices are fair and competitive. If you feel like treating yourself with fresh 'pizza to go,' definitely give Tony D's a try. read more

Was in the area and found this place with really good reviews so I wondered, why not? I ordered a plain slice and 2 squares of drunken grandma because it looked really good and an order of buffalo wings. As I was walking here, a lady stepped out with a box of fresh pizza and it smelled AMAZING! I was so excited to try it for myself. This slice was so thin and yummy; one of the best smelling pizzas I've ever tried. The wings were a good size and perfectly crispy plus spicy! I usually order my sauce in the side because of how soggy they become but Tony's wings stayed crispy and not too greasy. I loved it! Also, everyone welcomed me and my friend when we came in and the owner was really helpful and kind to us! They seem so friendly and caring of their costumers. I can't wait to go back here and order a big pie of drunken grandma, it's so fresh and full of flavor. Definitely on top of my list! read more

Tony D's Pizza - the outside of a restaurant - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

Service is quick and fresh! Pizza is thin and so good! I always call ahead and it's always ready to go!

Tony D's is a well known place for good pizza with a quaint carry-out only location in Caldwell. We ordered four pies, the buffalo chicken, Milano, margarita and the drunken grandma. We were a little disappointed to find they gave us two margarita pizzas and not the drunken grandma that everyone is talking about. The quality of the pizza was good, the crust nice and thin and the toppings just right with great flavors in each pie. It's a little hard to put a carry-out pizza place against hot and fresh pizza from the kitchen, but Tony D's had excellent quality pies that would definately be better hot from the oven. Good quality pizza, definately worth a try! read more

Tony D's Pizza - Margarita x2, Milano and the Buffalo chicken - Pizza Near Me - Caldwell, New Jersey

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