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These NY Pizzerias Rank Among Top 100 In Nation These NY Pizzerias Rank Among Top 100 In Nation
These NY Pizzerias Rank Among Top 100 In Nation It's hard not to think of New York when discussing the most delicious pizza. More precisely, New York City. So it should come as no surprise that in brand-new rankings of the Top 100 pizza spots in the US for 2024, all 10 of the selections from NY are from within the five boroughs. And even more precisely yet, Manhattan, where nine of the 10 are located. (The other is in Brooklyn.) The top-ranked pizzeria in New York, and third overall nationally, is Lombardi's in Manhattan's Little Italy, which opened in 1905 and is recognized by the Pizza Hall of Fame as “America’s first pizzeria." Lom…
Tommy DeVito Addresses Pizza Signing Snafu: 'Slipped Through The Cracks' Tommy DeVito Addresses Pizza Signing Snafu: 'Slipped Through The Cracks'
Tommy DeVito Addresses Pizza Signing Snafu: 'Slipped Through The Cracks' Giants rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito, a Don Bosco graduate, addressed the furor caused by a canceled signing at a Morristown pizzeria that ended up becoming national news.  DeVito, who still lives with his parents in Cedar Grove, spoke to reporters after Giants practice on Wednesday, Dec. 20 and said "some stuff just slipped through the cracks." Coniglio's Old Fashioned canceled a planned autograph signing with the rookie sensation after DeVito's agent, Sean Stellato, attempted to double his appearance fee from $10,000 to $20,000. DeVito, who led Big Blue to three straight wins while…
Biggest Food, Beverage Trends Revealed In 2023 Grubhub Delivered Report Biggest Food, Beverage Trends Revealed In 2023 Grubhub Delivered Report
Biggest Food, Beverage Trends Revealed In 2023 Grubhub Delivered Report An analysis of orders from diners across the US in 2023  by Grubhub has uncovered the biggest food and beverage trends of the year. Spoiler alert: Spice is nice. In 2023, over 53 million items were ordered with added spice, the report on deliveries says.  Classic favorites like Sriracha (a sauce made from chili peppers) were added over 91,000 times, and buffalo chicken wings came in first as the most ordered wing flavor followed by lemon pepper, BBQ, teriyaki and garlic parmesan. The report notes that in 2023 diners enjoyed stepping out of their comfort zones and break…
This Hudson Valley Pizzeria Among 11 Best In NY, Report Says This Hudson Valley Pizzeria Among 11 Best In NY, Report Says
This Hudson Valley Pizzeria Among 11 Best In NY, Report Says Those in search of New York’s best pizza need look no further than these favored restaurants, according to a new report. After seeking out the “crunchiest, cheesiest, and freshest options” from across the state, I Love New York included the following pizzerias in its “11 of the Best Pizza Places in New York State” roundup: Capital Region Albany & Rensselaer counties: DeFazio’s in Albany and Troy I Love New York praised this eatery for its six different dough options, including one made from brown ale. “Add that to the plentiful topping combinations and high-quality cheeses and you’…
This Hudson Valley Eatery Ranks Among NY's Top 11 Pizzerias, Report Says This Hudson Valley Eatery Ranks Among NY's Top 11 Pizzerias, Report Says
This Hudson Valley Eatery Ranks Among NY's Top 11 Pizzerias, Report Says It's no secret that most think of New York City when it comes to the best eateries to find delicious pizza in the Empire State. But new rankings of 11 of the best pizza places in New York State include plenty of places beyond the five boroughs, including the Hudson Valley, Long Island, and Capital Region. Yes, the first pizzeria listed in the story posted on the "I Love NY" blog is in NYC: the original Paulie Gee's, located in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, which was cited for its "chewy, charred crust, tangy sauce, and high-quality cheese." Checking in at No. 2 in the rankings is nestled in N…
Ex-Hudson Valley Resident Gwyneth Paltrow Stops By Eatery, Citing 'Most Perfect Pizza' Ex-Hudson Valley Resident Gwyneth Paltrow Stops By Eatery, Citing 'Most Perfect Pizza'
Ex-Hudson Valley Resident Gwyneth Paltrow Stops By Eatery, Citing 'Most Perfect Pizza' Gwyneth Paltrow showed her appreciation for a longtime Connecticut pizzeria. The actress, who has appeared in films including "Shakespeare in Love" and "Emma," paid a visit to Sally's Apizza in New Haven. The pizzeria, located at 237 Wooster St., shared a photo from Paltrow's visit in a Facebook post, along with a photo of a message she wrote on a pizza box thanking the staff. "For all the amazing people @ Sally's Apizza," the note reads. "Thank you for the most perfect pizza." Paltrow is a former Northern Westchester resident, who lived in Waccabuc.
Popular Pizzeria In Hudson Valley Drawing Diners From Near, Far Popular Pizzeria In Hudson Valley Drawing Diners From Near, Far
Popular Pizzeria In Hudson Valley Drawing Diners From Near, Far A pizza place in the middle of Westchester County is garnering rave reviews from patrons from across the region -- and even the nation -- for its unique pies.  Pizza Domo, located in Hartsdale at 1 South Central Ave. (Route 100), is known for menu items such as a variety of pizzas, pasta, sandwiches, calzones, salads, and more, according to the restaurant's website.  Earlier Report - New Pizzeria Quickly Making A Mark In Westchester One popular pizza made by the restaurant, which opened in early 2022, is the Gran Mama's Pizza, which features fresh mozzarella, marinara s…
Popular Pizzeria Opens New Location In Hudson Valley Popular Pizzeria Opens New Location In Hudson Valley
Popular Pizzeria Opens New Location In Hudson Valley A longtime favorite pizzeria in Northern Westchester has opened a new restaurant nearby offering its much-loved pizza and homemade pasta. Amore Pizzeria, a fixture in Armonk for years, has launched the new location in Katonah, much to the delight of foodies and locals alike.  Known for their "Grandma" pan pizza, and homemade pasta, the new restaurant features all of the above, with new items including a complete pan pizza section featuring all types of selections, gelatos, and a huge array of artisanal salads. The success of the new location has been so huge that the restaurant ran ou…
This NY Restaurant Ranks Among Top 10 In Nation For Best Pizza This NY Restaurant Ranks Among Top 10 In Nation For Best Pizza
This NY Restaurant Ranks Among Top 10 In Nation For Best Pizza It's saying a lot to name a restaurant one of the top pizza locations in the country, but a review of pizzeria nationwide landed a New York hot spot in the top 10. In a survey by Gayot - The Guide to the Good Life, Tavola, located in the Hell's Kitchen section of Manhattan, landed at number 10 with a score of 14 out of a possible top of 20 ratings.  Owned by chef Nicola Accardi, a New Yorker who grew up in Italy, the restaurant pays tribute to his family's roots. Located in the former home of Manganaro Grosseria Italiana, a historic grocery store that was one of the first olive o…
Brand-New Pizzeria Open For Business In Area Brand-New Pizzeria Open For Business In Area
Brand-New Pizzeria Open For Business In Area Pizza lovers in the Hudson Valley just hit the jackpot with the opening of a new pizza restaurant that specializes in brick oven and artisan pies. The new restaurant is Tesoro Ristorante and Pizzeria, located in Orange County at 1795 Route 32 in New Windsor. The artisan pizzas are the real deal with such favorites as the Crema De Carciofi smothered in artichokes, fresh basil, mozzarella, creamy sauce, and red pepper flakes; and the Italiana that includes plenty of cherry tomatoes, arugula, prosciutto, shaved Parmigiano in homemade seasoned pizza sauce. Tesoro Ristorante and Pizzeria of…
Pizza Place In Hudson Valley Praised For 'Good Food, Good People' Pizza Place In Hudson Valley Praised For 'Good Food, Good People'
Pizza Place In Hudson Valley Praised For 'Good Food, Good People' No matter how you slice it, a Northern Westchester pizzeria has seen praise from a number of online reviewers who shouted out its garlic knots and New York-style pies. Frank's Pizzeria, located in Croton Falls, at 2 West Cross St., opened in 2017. Since then, it's seen a variety of positive reviews from customers, who have lauded its pizzas and pasta dishes. "Good food and good people," Tim W., of Putnam Valley, said in a Yelp review. "My wife especially likes their spaghetti with meat sauce. I have never had a bad pizza from there." Pizza from Frank's PizzeriaInstagram/Frank's Pizzer…
This Eatery Is Best Pizza Place In New York State, New Report Says This Eatery Is Best Pizza Place In New York State, New Report Says
This Eatery Is Best Pizza Place In New York State, New Report Says A popular eatery that has been serving thin-crust pizzas for more than 90 years is the best pizzeria in New York State, according to a new ranking from 24/7 Wall St. John's of Bleecker Street, located in lower Manhattan, was ranked the best pizzeria in New York in the website's list of the best pizza places in every state, which was reportedly created based on a variety of ratings, reviews, and lists. The ranking was published on Sunday, June 19. The Greenwich Village eatery is located at 278 Bleecker St. According to 24/7 Wall St., John's sets itself apart from other eateries due to the …
Popular Hudson Valley Pizzeria Sees Praise For 'Spectacular' Sauce, Convenient Location Popular Hudson Valley Pizzeria Sees Praise For 'Spectacular' Sauce, Convenient Location
Popular Hudson Valley Pizzeria Sees Praise For 'Spectacular' Sauce, Convenient Location A Hudson Valley pizzeria has been lauded by online reviewers for its convenient location and quality sauce.  Putnam County restaurant Gaetano Pizza & Cafe is located at 100 Independent Way in Brewster. The eatery offers a wide variety of specialty pies, such as lasagna pizza, baked ziti pizza, marsala pizza, and more. Online reviewers have praised the sauce the restaurant uses and the quality of the pies. "The best pizza in the Carmel area," David E., of Carmel, said in a Yelp review. "Great sauce and cooked as you prefer. Add your own fresh Basil from your garden and it's M…
Popular Pizzeria Dating Back To The 1930s Closing In Hudson Valley Popular Pizzeria Dating Back To The 1930s Closing In Hudson Valley
Popular Pizzeria Dating Back To The 1930s Closing In Hudson Valley A popular pizzeria that has been slinging pies since 1937 when Tony Saccoman introduced pizza to the area is closing its doors. Ulster County staple Tony's Pizzeria, located in Kingston, will close on Saturday, Jan. 29, at the end of the night, according to the current owners, Nealey Farrell and her husband, Dylan Kennedy. The couple, who purchased Tony's 10 years ago, said on Facebook that after finding a buyer for the property, they decided it was time to go. "It was not an easy decision for us to make but in retrospect, it’s quite simple because now, for many reasons it’s what is b…
Area Restaurant Offers A Tasty Burger, Pizza, Pasta Options Area Restaurant Offers A Tasty Burger, Pizza, Pasta Options
Area Restaurant Offers A Tasty Burger, Pizza, Pasta Options For those looking for a true Italian experience with woodburning pizza and homemade pasta dishes, a visit to 901 Wood Burning Kitchen in Northern Westchester is sure to please. Yelpers love 901 and the restaurant, located in Shrub Oak, continually is given four-star reviews for its pizza, wings, yep, wings, the 901 burger, and pasta. One Yelper put it this way: "Hands down the best local pizza place! There are so many fantastic options, and it really stands out against all the other run of the mill pizzerias (and we have DOZENS within a 5 mile radius)." The options are not your run-of-the…
Co-Owner Of Pepe's Pizza, Ranked No. 1 In America, Dies Co-Owner Of Pepe's Pizza, Ranked No. 1 In America, Dies
Co-Owner Of Pepe's Pizza, Ranked No. 1 In America, Dies A co-owner of Frank Pepe's, ranked No. 1 on Daily Meal's list of the 101 best pizzerias in America each of the last three years, has died. Gary Bimonte died on Wednesday, April 7.  Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, which has 12 locations in the Northeast (in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island), announced his death on the Facebook page of its flagship New Haven location and said the New Haven location would be closed Thursday, April 8. Neither the circumstances surrounding his death nor his age have been immediately released. On its website, the company posted a stat…
Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Rockland County Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Rockland County
Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Rockland County Looking to get some pizza tonight? Yelp! users have done the legwork, sniffing out the best pies in Rockland County and leaving detailed reviews so that you don't have to risk getting a sub-par pie.  Franco's Pizza, 249 West Route 59, Nanuet For top-rated pies with vegetarian and gluten-free options for takeout or delivery, visit Franco's Pizza in Nanuet. A second-generation pizza parlor, the family-owned restaurant has been making pizza for over 30 years. Reviewers raved about Franco's baked ziti pizza, their Margherita pies and their deep-dish sausage pizza.  "The restaura…
National Pizza Week: Here Are Five Of Rockland County's Top Pizzerias National Pizza Week: Here Are Five Of Rockland County's Top Pizzerias
National Pizza Week: Here Are Five Of Rockland County's Top Pizzerias National Pizza Week started on Sunday, Jan. 12. Craving a slice of crispy, cheesy New York-style pizza in Rockland County? Check out these five local pizzerias, which are top-rated on Yelp. 1. Bob’s Thin Crust Pizza (83 Old Tappan Road in Tappan) One Rockland County staple lies in Tappan - Bob’s Thin Crust Pizza earned a 4.5/5-star Yelp rating and is known for serving piping hot slices of countless varieties. Popular thin-crust pies include the Cricken Chicken pizza (breaded chicken, bacon, mozzarella cheese and tangy BBQ sauce) and the Salad pizza (romaine lettuce, tomatoes, onions, olive…
Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Rockland Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Rockland
Here Are Five Places For Pizza In Rockland Craving a slice of crispy, cheesy New York-style pizza in Rockland County? Check out these five local pizzerias, which are top-rated on Yelp. 1. Bob’s Thin Crust Pizza (83 Old Tappan Road in Tappan) One Rockland County staple lies in Tappan - Bob’s Thin Crust Pizza earned a 4.5/5-star Yelp rating and is known for serving piping hot slices of countless varieties. Popular thin-crust pies include the Cricken Chicken pizza (breaded chicken, bacon, mozzarella cheese and tangy BBQ sauce) and the Salad pizza (romaine lettuce, tomatoes, onions, olives and dressing). For more information, visit the…
Slice Of History: Posa Posa Of Rockland Chosen For Prestigious Pizza Exhibit Slice Of History: Posa Posa Of Rockland Chosen For Prestigious Pizza Exhibit
Slice Of History: Posa Posa Of Rockland Chosen For Prestigious Pizza Exhibit The owners of a Rockland restaurant will share some of their secrets -- along with their praised pies -- during a special exhibit next week at Ellis Island, “A Slice of History: Pizza in America.” Posa Posa of Nanuet is one of only five pizzerias selected for the special exhibit, scheduled from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. next Wednesday, June 12, at the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration. Free pizza will be served from ovens outside the entrance to the museum. A band will spice up the celebratory mood. Co-sponsoring the event are the National Park Service and Evelyn Hill Inc., the food ser…
Nanuet Restaurant Gets Rave Reviews For Its Pizza Nanuet Restaurant Gets Rave Reviews For Its Pizza
Nanuet Restaurant Gets Rave Reviews For Its Pizza Nanuet Hotel Restaurant, which won our DVlicious contest for best pizza in Rockland with 73 percent of the votes last year, continues to get rave reviews for its thin-crust pizzas at its sister establishment, Nanuet Restaurant. Established in 1962 and located at 211 South Main Street in Nanuet, Nanuet Restaurant has a cozy atmosphere and is open seven days a week. Nanuet Restaurant boasts a 4.7/5 rating on its Facebook page, which has even more positive reviews from satisfied customers. “Came with my family to this restaurant last night and boy, did we have a good experience. Everythi…
This Is The One Pizzeria You Should Visit In Rockland County, Website Says This Is The One Pizzeria You Should Visit In Rockland County, Website Says
This Is The One Pizzeria You Should Visit In Rockland County, Website Says Decisions, decisions. If you had to go to one pizzeria in each of New York's 62 counties, which would be the ones? That's a "Pie in the Sky" question for most, who likely wouldn't be able to name more than a handful of counties. But a website has come out with its answers. In presenting them, newyorkupstate.com says its choices may not be the best in each county, but notes, "We just wanted to give a shout out to 62 wonderful places (out of the thousands to choose from, including hundreds in New York City alone!) and tip our readers off to some "pizza pie palaces" t…
Eat Here Now: New Restaurants South Of I-287 Eat Here Now: New Restaurants South Of I-287
Eat Here Now: New Restaurants South Of I-287 Westchester is a foodie county -- many of us are transplants from Manhattan after all --  and in the dense part of the county south of I-287, that means an ever-expanding repertoire of top-notch restaurants. Over the past few months, there's been a flurry of new openings -- along with the promise of more tasty bites to come.  Read on for where to go. Our Northern Westchester overview can be read by clicking here. Capers Restaurant, Port Chester: This Mediterranean eatery in the spot formerly occupied by Cafe Mirage, opened Sept. 1 and specializes in seafood and a few vegetarian options. T…