About
Welcome to Pizza Town Newark, a cherished gem located at 883 Mt Prospect Ave, Newark, NJ 07104. With a rich history and a loyal clientele, this pizzeria has remained a beloved spot for pizza lovers since its inception. The nostalgia associated with Pizza Town Newark is palpable, as many locals, like Robert Zullo, fondly recall their childhood memories spent enjoying slices and playing video games. It’s this sense of community and lasting tradition that makes Pizza Town a staple in the hearts of its customers.
Pizza Town Newark is renowned for its traditional approach to pizza making. The reviews from satisfied patrons highlight the strong appeal of their pies. Armando Ruiz praises their plain and pepperoni pizzas, specifically noting the perfect balance between crispy crust and gooey cheese. “It’s an example of what every pizza joint should taste like,” he states, encapsulating the straightforward yet delightful quality that defines this establishment.
When you step into Pizza Town Newark, you’re not just visiting a pizza joint; you’re experiencing a slice of Newark's history. The ambiance is welcoming, thanks to the warm demeanor of the owner, who is often acknowledged in reviews for being “supercool.” The atmosphere is simple and unpretentious—perfect for grabbing a quick meal or enjoying a night out with friends.
For those seeking the perfect pizza experience, customers recommend savoring the hot, fresh slices straight from the oven rather than opting for delivery. As described by Armando, adding a touch of oregano and garlic seasoning while allowing the cheese to rest just a few minutes elevates the indulgence. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch, with a crust that is expertly crafted: fluffy yet light, avoiding the dreaded roof-of-the-mouth injury that can often accompany less skillful baking.
In a world where dining can often become overly sophisticated and complicated, Pizza Town Newark stands as a testament to simplicity and authenticity. It captures the essence of what pizza should be—a quick, delicious, and gratifying experience. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, make Pizza Town Newark a destination on your culinary journey; you won’t be disappointed.
To learn more or place an order, you can reach them at +1 973-483-5179. Hope to see you there!
“ I grew up on Tiffany Blvd. My friends and I would come here all the time in the early to mid 80's.. We ate pizza but mostly dumped quarters into the video games they had. We stayed for hours and the brothers never complained. One of my fondest childhood memories. I'm so happy you are still operating in the old neighborhood. ”
“ Best plain or pepperoni pizza in all of North jersey, In the Essex County. Crispy, not soggy, cheesy yet not heavy, and something about that crust. Where is fluffy, flaky but it doesn't cut the roof of your mouth. Such simple ingredients Lou uses yet unique and familiar of good pizza. This is an example of what every pizza joint should taste like. It's not a spot for you to eat gourmet, it's a simple pizza joint, Pick it up and go. I don't recommend delivery. you want these bad boys straight out the oven. Gracefully add oregano, gingerly sprinkle garlic seasoning, let the cheese rest for 5 min on your way home and devour. ”
“ I eat here all the time. It's been here for years!! ”
“ I love this old school pizzeria. Owner is supercool and pizza is delicious. ”
“ Crispy, hot, tasty Will be back. Better than Belleville pizza though ”
“ I grew up around the corner & it was my family's favorite pizzaria. When I started dating my husband we started going on own in the early 80's (that alone has been over 40 years) It's got to be a great place to have survived all these years even thru a pandemic! The owner is wonderful & the pizza is FANTASTIC! A regular/plain pie is still my favorite but my husband has discovered the Sicilian pies & that may be his new go-to. But he loves the sausage pizza. We moved but still try to get here as much as we can because the pies are just THAT authentic....as close to a NYC pizza that you can get in Jersey. Also try the calzones, they are amazing. ”
“ you've wasted too much time already, order yourself a pie now (may I recommend you get fresh garlic as a topping?), food is great, a bit expensive and can be a longer wait than advertised but more than worth it! For the rest of you, let me start by mentioning the food is a bit on the expensive side when compared to other pizza places. It was about 24 for a large pizza with one topping. I know you can easily get a couple top pizzas and a 2 liter elsewhere for slightly less than that but don't do that unless you are on a fixed income and in that case, what are you doing ordering out? Cook dinner at home... Every penny counts! But assuming you can swing 25 for a single pie, then read on.... I ordered online using the slice app which you supposedly get a 10% discount for doing. I don't know if it actually is much of a discount as the menu at the place has significantly lower prices listed in it though there is a sign next to the menus stating the menus prices are no longer correct and that the prices have gone up so its quite possible the slice app does indeed reflect the accurate pricing, I have not tried ordering in person or over the phone so I am unable to advise you on this though it's possible it might be cheaper in person. I can however say that based on my experience, the slice app is not the most accurate source of info as it stated that my food would be ready to pickup about 15-20min after I placed it and so I arrived about 22 minutes after I ordered, 2 minutes after the app informed me that the food was cooked and ready for pickup but when I spoke to the guy behind the counter, he informed me it was going to be right out but needed a couple more minutes which as I wasn't in a rush I said no problem and began to wait. I understand things happen, especially around dinner time when restaurant can be slammed with orders but that didn't seem to factor in that day as surprisingly despite it being dinner time, the place was basically dead that day. There was one table dining in and a minute or two before my food was ready, another customer walked in to place an order, that was it, that was everybody I saw the entire time I was there and so far as I could tell there wasn't anything else cooking in the oven or waiting for delivery, perhaps I had just missed it beat the rush? so it's hard to say why the delay and even stranger why the app claimed it was ready when clearly it wasn't but after having to wait another 5-10min past when the app informed me it was done, it finally actually became ready. Now normally given the wait and high prices, this would be the end of my review and I'd advise against the place but... (I know this is long but you have just made it to the surprise twist hooray! ) not this place, not today! Despite the issues I have mentioned there is something that absolutely trumps all of that... the service? Heck no! It's the food! It was absolutely delicious! The fresh garlic (IMHO, the perfect pizza topping when made correctly and correctly it was made here!) was fresh, fell chopped and plentiful in proportion but not excessive. Had it been priced in the 15-19 range I would have said that the pie was a good size being large enough to easily feed 3 or 4 people. Were it a lesser pizza, I'd have declared 24 highway robbery, especially when you factor in the delays and the price but I'm telling you, that factoring all that in, it is still easily 24 delicious... I mean don't let this declaration of deliciousness give the owner of Pizza Town a swollen head or anything, it's definitely not 25 delicious but it is just within the upper limit of what I might occasionally spend on a pizza (0k you win, I'd even pay 25! Hope they have financing available!) Best to build in a little extra buffer time after whenever the app says it's ready. U reached the end! Good Work! ”
“ What a great slice of pizza!! I have not had pizza like this in a very long time. To top it off they also sell scoops of Philadelphia water ice and ice cream. I had a kiddie size scoop of ice cream after my slice and it was the perfect way to end my meal. 100% recommend ”