Came by to check out this new pizza spot in LIC/Hunters Point. The crust is where they win, it's almost pretzel-like with a nice salty flavor and a satisfying chew. Usually, I throw out the crust but I really enjoyed eating the crust here. They also seem to use higher quality than average ingredients. All in all, solid spot and would recommend if you're in the neighborhood and need a quick bite. It's not your typical NYC slice, and I wouldn't necessarily see it breaking any records/top lists, but it seems to be a great option for solid pizza in the neighborhood and is a welcome addition. I like that they pay attention to their toppings to try and make it flavorful and interesting. The staff was nice, and there were a few tables for you and or a small group to sit. read more

Traze - Pizza Near Me - Queens, New York

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So I never visited traze before since it opened when I was visited the location it was called lic corne cafe but I'm glad I finally had the chance to visit traze and the location was honestly amazing. The pizza is not expensive especially the lunch special was pretty good price two slices and slices and a can of soda to was such a great experience the server was so nice and friendly. The interior is definitely beautiful and honestly I was definitely surprised to try a elote pizza I never had that type of pizza before and it was so so good I was so surprised. I definitely am interested in the other flavores as well of the pizzas they have I'm definitely going to come back here and definitely try the other slices the prices were also so good most of the slices go for 5 dollars a slice or just get the lunch special if your around the time for the lunch special. I highly recommend going to traze if your in a mood for pizza and traze is also right next to the 7 train station in Long Island city so if you want some food before then I'll highly recommend it. This is definitely one of the best locations in long island city for pizza so please go and check it out especially during the lunch special. read more

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So little history this used to be a coffee spot owned by women! The inside changed a little bit, but not too much. Roselia was our server for the day. She was super nice and explained there was a pizza special for $11. I found it amazing that it was for any slice. The elote pizza was very different in a good way. The marg pizza was just made fresh. It wasn't a bad slice at all. I saw some slices had seeds on them too bad I would have loved to try the slices. The inside is so cute. I love how you can see the park from the windows. Its such a quiet little chill spot. If you get the pizza to go you can walk a few blocks to the river for some special views. But the views inside traze are vibing. I loved the artwork that they have around the shop. Very clean and their bathroom soap smells amazing!!!! read more

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Solid pizza place with interesting toppings, crusts, and flavors!! I stumbled upon this place while in the area and enjoyed my quick lunch! The French onion fungi radiated the sweet and savoriness of the caramelized onion. The mushrooms kinda take a back seat on this one but it didn't matter cause the onions were delicious. The roasted basil leaves had a hint of herbacious-ness to the mixture. I appreciated the chewy but crunchy crust with a sesame forward flavor! The truffle ricotta slice featured a focaccia-type fluffy bread and really let the truffle and ricotta do the talking. Truffle flavors were prominent and tasty. The ricotta was smooth. I liked how it otherwise wasnt too cheesy or creamy so the focus on was the ricotta. I usually like more mushrooms but I think this ratio was appropriate and balanced. I just wish they had some black pepper to complement both slices. Staff were patient and polite in explaining their pizza toppings. They only have a handful of indoor seats but do have some tables outdoor. Interested in coming back to try their falafel pizza and their pesto when its back in season! read more

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Service is great! Food is even better - Their vodka flambé was a creamier version of a vodka style sauce, it had a couple peas on it which really made it feel like a pasta sauce - their falafel pizza with the hot honey drizzle was unbelievable. I was skeptical ordering it but w o w! It was perfectly balanced with the sesame crust and white sauce base and falafel pieces - pesto: pretty good but I ate this last in my trio and the falafel was so dang good that this didn't live up as high. Still good though , the brown butter added a lot of depth Prices are pretty expensive for a relatively personal size pizza (3 pies + sauce sauces was around $75ish). But it's worth a go because of the unique flavors. read more

Traze - Falafel - Pizza Near Me - Queens, New York

Long Island City vibes and a solid artisinal pizza spot go hand-in-hand. Who knew that Traze would fill a void long missing in the neighborhood. The space formerly occupied by LIC Corner Cafe is now Traze Pizza - while it may not be the baked goods that Annie used to make... the pizza makes up for it in all the best ways. Oh, and they have coffee and espresso, too, with oat milk from Califia Farms. I had the opportunity to try the Felix Special, one of their combo slices on a sesame seed crust topped with pepperoni and red onion. As Traze specializes in Grandma slices, this square cut slice comes in at $6 and was flavorful from edge-to-edge. I really enjoyed the tasty balance of rich pepperoni with the crunchiness of the red onion, and the addition of the sesame crust providing some extra character not typically found on most pizzas, yet it was well balanced. The staff behind the counter was helpful and friendly, and I hope to come back and try other slices soon,... and their coffees, too. read more

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TRAZE - The home of the "Spicy Falafel Square Pie"! It's official! After many years of pop ups Traze has an official spot and we could not be happier. It's right of the G Train Court Square stop. You can smell the pizza before you see it. Nothing beats the smell of fresh pizza! There's a standing counter area by the window, for those looking for a quick bite. A couple small tables further in. The restaurant is warm and inviting. The staff is helpful and sweet! This place will be open early so you can snag a grandpa pie with some coffee to start your day. We came and enjoyed the "French Onion Fungi". I'm obsessed with caramelized onions and mushroom so this is a perfect pie for me. You can never go wrong with the classic Margherita. And Natalie (the mastermind, behind Traze) turned me on to the spicy honey on the falafel pie. My boyfriend and I can not get enough. Even "Felix" (Happybull Pizza) got a pie named after him. Natalie knows seasonal too, so I'm excited what other flavors will be in store for us. Can't wait to come back and try them all! A very well deserved congratulations to Natalie and her team at Traze! read more

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Traze opened a few months ago in an area that is desperately in need of good pizza. Originally they had strange hours (7a-7p), but have modified them to be a better fit for the neighborhood / for dinner hours. They also offer slices now, when they didn't before. The space is really small, and it's not ADA accessible, as it requires a very steep set of stairs. There are only a few tables. It's order at the counter. The pizzas here are grandma style. I have tried a few of the pizzas, all of which have been great. My favorite is the falafel -- super interesting slice that I would highly recommend. I've also had the margherita, vodka, and Natty Dee's falafel. Honestly, all the pizzas have been great. I really recommend this spot if you like grandma. It's really good! read more

I'm a sentimental sap when it comes to Traze. I was a fan during their nomadic pop-up era and today I got to check out their new brick-and-mortar establishment near Court Square in LIC. While they seem to have extended their range of offerings (breakfast slices! coffee and tea!), I had something more savory in mind. The pizza menu is straightforward: pies are 10" squares, and you can either add toppings or go for one of the signature "combos." I took the latter route and ordered the "Felix Special" ($23), a margherita grandma topped with pepperoni and red onion with a sesame seed crust. My companion and I chose to dine in, cozying up at a table in the back. The seating is fairly limited, though they have a standing counter, and there's a nice park across the street. People living nearby might just take their pie home; options abound. After about ten minutes, the pizza arrived at our table. Visually impressive, Traze is almost too beautiful to eat. Picking up a slice, I was impressed with how the crispy crust held up. From the first bite, I was in my happy place: bright and vibrant sauce dancing around stretchy fresh mozz, sweet and snappy onions melding with the mild pepperoni cups. The sesame seed crust augmented and elevated the flavor profile, and altogether created a succulent and sumptuous mouthfeel that I wished would never end. The price is about right for craft pizza of this quality, and remember, the quality is what you're after here. If you just want big Neapolitan pies, perhaps seek another purveyor. I'd say this is more akin vibe-wise to Ace's, though definitely lighter; less guilty, all pleasure. Definitely recommend for an enlightened experience. If you're going to MoMA PS1 or The Gutter or any of the other fine cultural destinations in the area, keep this place in mind if you happen to get peckish. read more

Traze - Felix Special combo pizza - Pizza Near Me - Queens, New York

Pizza is pricey but amazing. Sausage slice was fantastic, but the star of the show is the Natty Dee's Falafel slice. A delicious and really unique slice! Will be back for more. read more

Traze - Sausage slice - Pizza Near Me - Queens, New York

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Traze was a small batch pizza lab that was a pop-up that had recently opened up a a brick-and-mortar - they are known for their 72-hour fermented dough and their housemade sauces and toppings. They also have the 'Traze Team Combos,' which feature various favorite add-on combos of the place, such as the Natty Dee's Falafel, Vodka-roni Alla San Genaro, the Felix Special, and the Ruby's SVJ. We ordered: +the Falafel pizza - their most popular one; sesame-seeded crust, topped with smoked gouda, cheddar, Halal-cart style white sauce, and crumbled Egyptian falafel; wasn't really feeling the falafel, as they were more on the bland side; the crust had a more sweeter note to it and soggy +the Vodka Flambae - topped with mozzarella, vodka sauce, Parm, and basil leaves +and, the French Onion Fungi - topped wit mozzarella, French onion soup-style onions and shallots, gruyere, baby bella, huitlacoche mushrooms, and chives; wasn't a fan of the huitlacoche mushrooms; the crust was soggy The place was crowded, but the staff were friendly and had the line moving along. Note that if you pay in cash, you get a discount! There are a few benches outside of the place. +friendly service +soggy crusts read more

Great tasting pizza for that style .. the only complaint I have and that many ppl have ... its the price.. $5 for a (small square) slice of pizza is a lot.. and not many choices of toppings if you get single slice.. other than that the dough is great, and ingredients as well. Service is ok.. had to wait a while to order a full pizza. But it is a better option in the neighborhood. read more

So happy to see a FUN pizza spot in the neighborhood! Specializing in only square pies they have a ton of fun flavor combinations. We got the spicy sausage on vodka sauce, which was so yummy and of course we had to get a slice of their famous falafel pie, which was very unique and was giving flatbread, but in the best way. You can tell that there's love and creativity put into the pizza making process and I can't say that about all pizza shop so kudos to them. I will definitely be back! Only knocked down a star for the value because you know I love a deal. The pizzas are definitely on the more expensive side given that the portion isn't that large. read more

Very good food,very friendly nice people.would definitely recommend Traze to all to try and enjoy

Great pizza! Crispy crust and delicious! Very unique style of grandma. Great vibes! Awesome staff too! read more

Traze - Natty Dee Falafel - Pizza Near Me - Queens, New York

Sadly not very impressed. Got a flambae vodka pizza to-go. The vodka sauce flavor was actually quite nice, but there was so little of it on the pizza. There was also little cheese on the pizza. Overall very sub par, yet another disappointing pizza establishment in LIC (I would stay with something like Centro for tried and true). I would like to also add that the pizza was pretty poor value - super expensive for a small pie with 4 slices! Will not be returning but wishing this place the best of luck. read more

This place is excellent. Prices are on the higher end for a slice at $6 a pop or so but they do deliver something unique, high quality and something that you can't get elsewhere. The falafel slice is out of this world. Totally recommend! read more

I had the falafal pizza and chatted with the owner and staff. They had recently opened in LIC. Both were really friendly and inviting. The pizza was amazing. I had the day off and was glad I was able to get in early and try their pizza. Fingers crossed that they expand to Astoria! read more