Gateway Region
Benny Tudino's
622 Washington St, Hoboken | Hudson County
When you eat here, you don’t leave hungry. This no-frills pizza joint proudly boasts the “biggest slices around” and offers a full menu of Italian classics. It’s no surprise that this has become a Hoboken favorite after more than five decades of feeding happy customers.
Calabria Restaurant & Pizzeria
588 S Livingston Ave, Livingston | Essex County
This pizza-lovers staple is known for its classic brick oven pies, family-friendly atmosphere and fine dining options. Home of the “classic thin,” Calabria pies have been featured in Best of New Jersey magazine and Dave Portnoy’s One Bite Pizza Festival. They’ve gained such a following the pies are now available to ship nationwide, but this kind of flavor deserves an in-person visit if you can swing it.
Razza
275 Grove St, Jersey City | Hudson County
Ready to taste a legend? This NJ pizza paradise has won award after award and nabbed the number 13 spot on the 2024 list of Best Pizzerias in the United States by the Italian website 50TopPizza, which ranks pizza across the globe. Food critic Pete Wells once proclaimed that the best pizza in New York was actually in New Jersey, at, you guessed it, Razza.
Ferazzoli’s Italian Kitchen
317 Union Ave, Rutherford | Bergen County
Arguably the best pizza place in Rutherford, you’ll find classic flavors like the Margherita Pizza alongside innovative offerings like a pie topped with chicken fingers and French fries. When you visit, don’t skip dessert. Order classic Cannoli or the kid-favorite Nutella Pinwheel.
Brick + Dough
110 Walnut St, Montclair | Essex County
Head to this hot spot for classic Neopolitan-ish wood-fired pizzas with tasty twists like Fig & Goat cheese, Kale & Sausage and Foraged Feast featuring locally harvested mushrooms. And if you’re looking for delicious pizza that’s gluten-free, their Detroit-style pie is regarded as one of the tastiest in the state.
Delaware River Region
Brooklyn Original Pizza
908 Kings Hwy, Haddon Heights | Camden County
Think outside the circle. In addition to gourmet and traditional pies, this award-winning pizzeria serves up authentic, Brooklyn-style square pizza cooked to perfection. No pizza leaves Brooklyn without meeting owner Filippo Sparacio’s high standards. Try the Drunk Grandma with vodka sauce or the famous Honey Moon Square – a thin-crust Sicilian with fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, sausage, basil, and drizzled with spiced honey.
Holy Tomato
9 S Black Horse Pike, Blackwood | Camden County
Described by fans as “chef’s kiss” good, the flavorful pizza selection keeps customers coming back again and again. Choose from intriguing specialties that range from the traditional Parma pizza to the Holy Pickle, which features dill pickles, steakhouse-seasoned fried onion petals, light dill cream sauce and a hot honey drizzle. Can’t decide? You can combine two different pizza varieties to create a whole pie.
Central Jersey Region
De Lorenzo's Tomato Pies
2350 NJ-33 Robbinsville | Mercer County
For authentic Italian thin-crust pizza, look no further than this loved NJ pizza heaven. Established in 1947 by a family who emigrated from Southern Italy, this long-standing business has changed buildings over the years but never changed hands. It’s now run by the third generation of the De Lorenzo family.
Shore Region
Talula’s
550 Cookman Ave #108, Asbury Park | Monmouth County
With vegan options, craft beer and pizza with gourmet toppings all served up in an industrial setting, it’s easy to love this NJ pizza hotspot. Led by an ethos-conscious husband-and-wife team, the thoughtful menu revolves around sourdough pizza, and everything from ice cream to dairy-free cheeses is made in-house.
Brooklyn Square Pizza
1898 Hinds Rd, Toms River | Ocean County
Enjoy a mom-and-pop feel at all three locations in Toms River, Manalapan Township and Jackson Township. The restaurant’s famous Upside Down Pizza is a must-try, but you also can’t go wrong with the Popeye Pizza, Eggplant & Ricotta Pizza or literally anything else on the menu.
BLVD Pizza
1503 Long Beach Blvd, Surf City | Ocean County
Taste the fresh ingredients in each and every pie at this outstanding pizzeria. Lots of options and a just-right ratio of sauce to cheese to crust make this place a must-try. And with names like Jersey Devil, Roni Soprano and the Ninja Turtle, how can you resist?
Maruca’s Tomato Pies
601 Ocean Ter, Seaside Heights | Ocean County
Next up is an Asbury Park boardwalk NJ pizza go-to since 1950, renowned for their trademark cheese and sensational sauce swirls. Pizzas here boast Maruca’s signature classic old-world flavor and are big on taste. One fan has dubbed this pizza the “greatest pizza in da woild!” Try the 24” extra-large pie.
Prima Pizza
943 Route 34, Colts Neck | Monmouth County
In their first year, new owners Gianni & Nick have elevated the pizza game in Colts Neck. Whether you try a pizza classic or get adventurous with a Shrimp Scampi, Eggplant Parm or Chicken Marsala Pie, Prima is a great place to grab a slice of fun.
Southern Shore Region
Manco & Manco Pizza
9th & Boardwalk, Ocean City | Cape May County
This pizza legend in Ocean City really puts on a show. Watch as expert pie makers twirl and stretch the dough, making your pizza from scratch right in front of you. Order their signature thin and crispy pizza, which has been on the menu since their first location opened in 1956. Come savor the classic Jersey Shore flavor that keeps generations coming back for more.
Romans Pizza House
3718 Bayshore Rd, Cape May | Cape May County
They say beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. At Roman’s you can choose from personal 12-inch pizzas, large 16-inch pizzas and Sicilian thin-crust pies. For traditionalists, the menu offers classic Margherita, Quattro Formaggi and Authentic Prosciutto pizzas. If you’re a fan of less conventional flavor combinations, opt for the Hungry Dog, Pesto Presto or Chicken Ranch pie.
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