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Dave Portnoy Finds Another LI Pizza Place He Loves In ‘One Bite’ Review: ‘Crispy And Very Good’ Dave Portnoy Finds Another LI Pizza Place He Loves In ‘One Bite’ Review: ‘Crispy And Very Good’
Dave Portnoy Finds Another LI Pizza Place He Loves In ‘One Bite’ Review: ‘Crispy And Very Good’ Dave Portnoy’s tour of Long Island pizzerias continued with a trip to Mike’s Underground Pizza in Amityville, which he reviewed in a video shared Tuesday, April 21. Portnoy, the Barstool Sports founder and notorious Long Island pizza hater, had recently been charmed by Nico’s Charred Pizza Pies in Syosset, which he gave an 8.2 in a Wednesday, April 15 video. Despite his skepticism, Portnoy revealed he’d been previously told about Mike’s Underground and drove 30 minutes out of his way to try it. “This is crispy and very good,” Portnoy said. “Little thicker [than Nico’s], but still really, r…
Best Takeout On Long Island In 2025: Phil's Pizzeria & Restaurant Syosset Best Takeout On Long Island In 2025: Phil's Pizzeria & Restaurant Syosset
Best Takeout On Long Island In 2025: Phil's Pizzeria & Restaurant Syosset We are thrilled to announce that Phil's Pizzeria & Restaurant Syosset has been named Best Takeout on Long Island in the 2025 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, the restaurant is family owned and operated, bringing more than 35 years of experience in the restaurant industry to its day-to-day cooking. The site shares that it offers a wide range of pizza and Italian specialties, all made with carefully selected ingredients and prepared fresh each day. The site emphasizes that meals are meant to feel like home-cooked Italian food, staying true to traditional flavo…
Surprise Winner Tops Frozen Pizza Taste Test Surprise Winner Tops Frozen Pizza Taste Test
Surprise Winner Tops Frozen Pizza Taste Test An under-the-radar underdog just knocked off a freezer-aisle heavyweight in new frozen pizza rankings, and the winner may raise eyebrows. The Washington Post published new results Wednesday, Oct. 15, from a blind taste test built on reader recommendations.  Eight Post staffers sampled six cheese pizzas and scored appearance, flavor, and texture on a 1 to 10 scale. DiGiorno Classic Crust Cheese Pizza topped the Post’s earlier test about seven weeks ago. In the new round, DiGiorno scored well again but finished second. Here are the top three. Home Run Inn Cheese Classic Pizza: Th…
Here's Every NY Pizzeria Headed To Dave Portnoy's 'One Bite' Pizza Fest This Weekend Here's Every NY Pizzeria Headed To Dave Portnoy's 'One Bite' Pizza Fest This Weekend
Here's Every NY Pizzeria Headed To Dave Portnoy's 'One Bite' Pizza Fest This Weekend Just One Bite? This weekend, it's all you can eat. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy is turning New York City into the pizza capital of the world this Saturday, Sept. 13, when his One Bite Pizza Festival takes over Randall’s Island Park. With more than 40 of Portnoy’s highest-rated pizzerias dishing out slices from noon until night, expect New York–style, Neapolitan, Sicilian, tomato pies, grandma slices, and bar pies, all in one place. Here’s the full lineup of pizza royalty coming to NYC, organized by state: NEW YORK Di Fara Pizza – Brooklyn (9.4) John’s of Bleecker St. – Manhattan…
Hidden Food Gems: NY Pizzeria Named Among Nation's Best 'Hole-In-The-Wall' Spots Hidden Food Gems: NY Pizzeria Named Among Nation's Best 'Hole-In-The-Wall' Spots
Hidden Food Gems: NY Pizzeria Named Among Nation's Best 'Hole-In-The-Wall' Spots The Northeast is packed with hidden culinary gems and a new report from a food website looks at the best spots in each state. Food Republic released its list of the best "hole-in-the-wall" restaurants in every state on Sunday, Aug. 24. The site used public opinion, food awards, press coverage, and TV features to choose 50 local favorites across the country. Writer Nicole Alexander featured everything from diners tucked inside small towns to family-owned spots that have built decades-long followings. "While we all love a good chain restaurant, some of the country's best food …
NJ's Tommy DeVito Released By Giants: Report NJ's Tommy DeVito Released By Giants: Report
NJ's Tommy DeVito Released By Giants: Report Tommy DeVito, a Don Bosco graduate and Cedar Grove native, was released by the New York Giants on Tuesday, Aug. 26, ESPN.com reported. DeVito a.k.a. "Tommy Cutlets" figured to be the odd man out after the Giants signed quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston and drafted Jaxson Dart. DeVito captured the hearts of the Garden State and Giants fans everywhere when he came out of nowhere to lead the team to three straight wins in 2023. In 2024, he started two games for Big Blue, both losses. Though his time with the Giants was short, DeVito certainly capitalized on his New Jersey fa…
25 Pizza Places Named Best In America: East Coast Spots Dominate List 25 Pizza Places Named Best In America: East Coast Spots Dominate List
25 Pizza Places Named Best In America: East Coast Spots Dominate List The Infatuation has released its list of the 25 best pizza places in America, and the East Coast made a strong showing — from a Jersey City wood-fired favorite to a New Haven icon that’s been serving pies for nearly a century. The 2025 ranking, published Thursday, Aug. 21, spans coast to coast, featuring classics like Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana in New Haven, CT, and newcomers like Miami Slice in Florida.  Pizzerias were judged on crust quality, sauce balance, topping freshness, and overall consistency, with styles ranging from New York slices to Detroit-style pan pies and New Haven…
'She Loved Her Customers': LI Pizzeria Owner Mourned Following Death At Age 64 'She Loved Her Customers': LI Pizzeria Owner Mourned Following Death At Age 64
'She Loved Her Customers': LI Pizzeria Owner Mourned Following Death At Age 64 The Wading River community is mourning the loss of Maria Tranchina, the beloved owner of Pazzo Ristorante and Wood Fired Pizzeria, who died Monday, Aug. 11, at the age of 64. For nearly a decade, Tranchina poured her heart into Pazzo Ristorante, turning the eatery into more than just a place for great pizza. To her, it was a dream come true — a hub for friendship, community, and the joy of sharing food. Pazzo announced her passing in a Facebook post, describing Tranchina as someone who “put her heart into everything she did” and “loved her customers like they were family.” "Pazzo was more…
Hot Slice, Hot Mic: Dave Portnoy Won’t Dish On Fitness Regimen After NY Pizza Review Hot Slice, Hot Mic: Dave Portnoy Won’t Dish On Fitness Regimen After NY Pizza Review
Hot Slice, Hot Mic: Dave Portnoy Won’t Dish On Fitness Regimen After NY Pizza Review Dave Portnoy’s latest New York pizza review was heavy on the flavor but light on the waistline wisdom. The Barstool Sports founder, 48, found himself at Warren County’s Pizza Jerks in Glens Falls for his latest “One Bite” review. It started with Portnoy flipping open the box. “That looks pretty good. That’s really good,” he said, noting the pie was “very hot” with a “decent amount of flop.” When he tried to lift a slice, the heat got the best of him. Portnoy dropped it, picked it up again, and gave it a few quick blows to cool it down. One bite from the tip, another from the crust end, an…
Chuck E. Cheese Opening Adult Arcade Spinoffs: See What's Inside Chuck E. Cheese Opening Adult Arcade Spinoffs: See What's Inside
Chuck E. Cheese Opening Adult Arcade Spinoffs: See What's Inside The place "where a kid can be a kid" is now somewhere a grown-up can also be a kid! Chuck E. Cheese is creating gaming centers that cater to adults called "Chuck's Arcade," the Texas company said in a news release on Monday, June 30. The new concept combines modern gaming and retro classics. The chain has opened 10 arcade-only locations in malls across eight states, including Trumbull, Connecticut; Nashua and Salem, New Hampshire; and Victor, New York. "Chuck E. Cheese has spent decades mastering the arcade experience — it's in our DNA," said CEO David McKillips. "Thanks to the expert…
Pentagon Pizza Orders Skyrocketed Before Israel Attack, X Sleuths Say It’s No Coincidence Pentagon Pizza Orders Skyrocketed Before Israel Attack, X Sleuths Say It’s No Coincidence
Pentagon Pizza Orders Skyrocketed Before Israel Attack, X Sleuths Say It’s No Coincidence An X account that tracks pizza activity may have predicted a major international event. Pentagon Pizza Monitor, which was created to keep track of how busy Arlington pizzerias are, noticed an anomaly on Thursday, June 12 — hours before Israel launched "Operation Rising Lion."  "Pentagon Pizza Report: Open-source tracking of pizza spot activity around the Pentagon (and other places)," the account's bio states. "Frequent-ish updates on where the lines are long." According to the account, things were normal during the day, but shortly before closing, several pizza places in the area clos…
Fries Meet Pizza In New, Bold Combination: How You Can Try It Fries Meet Pizza In New, Bold Combination: How You Can Try It
Fries Meet Pizza In New, Bold Combination: How You Can Try It The newest addition to the frozen food aisle seems like the perfect cure for any type of munchies. Tombstone is releasing its first-ever French Fry Style Crust Pizza, the company said in a news release on Friday, June 13. The pizza will be available with a suggested price of $6.49 at Walmart and select retailers in July. The pizzas on gluten-free, potato-based crust will be sold in two flavors: Loaded Bacon Cheddar and Chili Cheese. "We wear our born-in-a-bar heritage with pride – it's not just where we started, it's who we are," said Tombstone brand manager Terry Klein. "Our fan…
Portnoy’s 9.2 Score Sends NYC Slice Joint Into Full Meltdown: 'You Ruined My Spot' Portnoy’s 9.2 Score Sends NYC Slice Joint Into Full Meltdown: 'You Ruined My Spot'
Portnoy’s 9.2 Score Sends NYC Slice Joint Into Full Meltdown: 'You Ruined My Spot' Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy has reviewed hundreds of slices — but when he walked out of Ceres Pizza in Manhattan this week, he looked stunned. “This is as good of a slice as you could have,” he said outside of the 164 Mott St. shop. “Just about the best single slice I’ve ever had.” And that wasn't even the official review yet. Portnoy gave the shop's cheese pie a 9.2 — one of the highest scores ever handed out in his One Bite series. “I can’t remember the last time I gave out a 9,” he said. Ceres was launched by chefs Jake Serebnick and Julian Geldmacher, both formerly of Eleven…
Pizza Rolls And Ramen? Totino's, Old El Paso Jump On TikTok Trend With Wild Instant Noodles Pizza Rolls And Ramen? Totino's, Old El Paso Jump On TikTok Trend With Wild Instant Noodles
Pizza Rolls And Ramen? Totino's, Old El Paso Jump On TikTok Trend With Wild Instant Noodles It sounds like a fever dream of someone with a severe case of the munchies – pizza rolls and tacos are mixing with ramen. Old El Paso and Totino's will soon sell their own versions of ramen noodles, General Mills said in a news release on Tuesday, Mar. 11. The instant dishes will appear at Walmart stores in April. General Mills said "the internet went wild" in January after hearing rumors about the noodles based on Totino's Pizza Rolls. "We know our fans are constantly looking for exciting new ways to enjoy their favorite flavors," said MC Comings, a business unit director for General…
Best Pizza On Long Island In 2024: Uncle Frank's Best Pizza On Long Island In 2024: Uncle Frank's
Best Pizza On Long Island In 2024: Uncle Frank's We are thrilled to announce that Uncle Frank's in Wantagh has been named Best Pizza on Long Island in the 2024 Daily Voice Readers' Choice Awards! According to its website, at Uncle Frank’s, the menu features a variety of pizzas that highlight both traditional and creative flavors, with each pizza cooked in a wood-fired oven—delivering a signature texture and flavor that sets them apart. The restaurant’s carefully curated selection of ingredients and dedication to fresh, high-quality flavors ensure that every dish is crafted with precision, per its website. The 2024 Daily Voice Read…
Petition Making Waves to Rename Long Island Sound In Connecticut's Honor Petition Making Waves to Rename Long Island Sound In Connecticut's Honor
Petition Making Waves to Rename Long Island Sound In Connecticut's Honor Shortly after President Donald Trump signed an executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico the Gulf of America on US maps, a new petition is calling to rename the Long Island Sound to reflect Connecticut’s contributions to pizza. A Change.org petition asks lawmakers to rename the Long Island Sound as the Gulf of Connecticut. "America has long ignored the greatness of CONNECTICUT! Such as being the pizza capital of the WORLD!!!" the Change.org petition reads. The joke petition had nearly 500 signatures by Thursday evening, Feb. 13. Gov. Ned Lamont also took a shot at Trump’s president…
Best Sourdough Pizza Found At This Nassau County Eatery, Foodie Says Best Sourdough Pizza Found At This Nassau County Eatery, Foodie Says
Best Sourdough Pizza Found At This Nassau County Eatery, Foodie Says This pizza joint is a slice above the rest. A recently opened Long Island pizzeria has earned the distinction of slinging the best sourdough pies around, at least according to one passionate foodie. The restaurant? Via Cuma – located in Valley Stream at 415 Rockaway Avenue. “The best sourdough pizza. A must-have if you are a pizza aficionado, connoisseur, or just love pizza,” Gennaro Marrone captioned his post in the Long Island Restaurant Facebook group on Wednesday, Jan. 1. Marrone also praised the eatery’s Neapolitan pizzas and appetizers, sparking a chorus of approval in the comments:…
Delicious Year: These Restaurants Made Their Long Island Debut In 2024 Delicious Year: These Restaurants Made Their Long Island Debut In 2024
Delicious Year: These Restaurants Made Their Long Island Debut In 2024 Long Island’s dining scene sizzled in 2024 with a delicious mix of new openings, bringing fresh flavors and exciting experiences to foodies across the region. Here’s a look back at Daily Voice’s coverage of the restaurants that opened this year in Nassau and Suffolk counties: Yayoi Ramen In Carle Place Cited For 'Solid Lunch Specials' Yayoi Ramen – located in Carle Place at 19 Old Country Road – opened in late June 2024. Our lead: A new Long Island restaurant that invites diners to “experience the art of ramen” earned high praise weeks into business. Uno Mas Southampton Cited For 'Deligh…
'Thanksgiving Pizza' At Long Island Eatery Has People Talking: ‘Looks Incredible’ 'Thanksgiving Pizza' At Long Island Eatery Has People Talking: ‘Looks Incredible’
'Thanksgiving Pizza' At Long Island Eatery Has People Talking: ‘Looks Incredible’ This ain’t your typical Thanksgiving pie. Forget pumpkin, pecan, and sweet potato: this Long Island pizzeria has people talking with its more savory Thanksgiving pie – pizza pie, that is. At Pino’s Pizza in Deer Park, the “Thanksgiving Specialty Pie” boasts all your festive favorites: turkey gravy, apple sausage stuffing, roasted turkey breast, and cranberry sauce made with dry figs, dates, and pears all piled on a pizza crust and topped with mozzarella. “Now this is a Thanksgiving meal,” owner Pino Barbieri captioned an Instagram post, where reaction to the culinary creation has been ove…
New Pizzeria In Valley Stream Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious’ Offerings New Pizzeria In Valley Stream Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious’ Offerings
New Pizzeria In Valley Stream Cited For 'Fresh, Delicious’ Offerings Not in the mood to cook? This new Long Island pizzeria may be just the answer. Via Cuma Sourdough Pizza & Cucina held its grand opening on Monday, Aug. 19, in Valley Stream at 415 Rockaway Avenue. Under the direction of chef-owner Luca Schiano Di Cola, the eatery serves up nearly a dozen pies, including margherita, Neapolitan, and capricciosa. Diners can also opt for the salsiccia friarielli e provola, made with smoked fior di latte cheese, pork sausage, broccoli rabe, chili pepper, shaved parmigiano reggiano, and olive oil. Via Cuma Sourdough Pizza & Cucina opened in Vall…
Popular Fast Casual Dining Chain Files For Bankruptcy Popular Fast Casual Dining Chain Files For Bankruptcy
Popular Fast Casual Dining Chain Files For Bankruptcy A popular fast casual dining chain has filed for bankruptcy after months of reporting financial distress. BurgerFi International, Inc., announced the Chapter 11 filing on Wednesday, Sept. 11. The Florida-based company is also the parent company of Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza. All 144 locations of the two brands across the the nation will remain open and continue normal operations. BurgerFi makes up 93 of the eateries, and Anthony's the other 51. The Chapter 11 filing includes the 67 corporate-owned locations of both brands. "BurgerFi and Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings are dyn…
Best Breakfast Pizza On Long Island Found At This Nassau County Restaurant, Foodies Say Best Breakfast Pizza On Long Island Found At This Nassau County Restaurant, Foodies Say
Best Breakfast Pizza On Long Island Found At This Nassau County Restaurant, Foodies Say Move over breakfast burritos, the rise of breakfast pizzas is upon us. Picture this: an everything-bagel crust topped with crispy bacon, crumbly sausage, scrambled egg, and melted cheddar, mozzarella, or pepper jack cheese. Throw in some green peppers and mushrooms for good measure and what’s not to love? While decidedly not as compact or travel-friendly as its burrito brethren, breakfast pies are a perfectly acceptable way to break one’s fast – just ask members of the “pizza” subreddit: “Love me some breakfast pizza. Some hash browns on it are a game changer!” one user wrote. …
One Of LI's Top-Rated Pizzerias To Open Massapequa Park Location One Of LI's Top-Rated Pizzerias To Open Massapequa Park Location
One Of LI's Top-Rated Pizzerias To Open Massapequa Park Location A Long Island pizzeria that boasts glowing reviews from visitors and national critics is expanding.  Taglio Pizza, at 85 Mineola Boulevard in Mineola, will open a second location in Massapequa Park later this year.  Related: These Long Island Pizzerias Named Best For Regional Styles Owner Rob Cervoni said the new location at 115 Front St. is being renovated to convert it from a former sushi restaurant to an artisanal Roman pizzeria. He hopes to open the new location in early December.  View this post on Instagram …
New Italian Restaurant On Long Island Cited For 'Top-Notch Service' New Italian Restaurant On Long Island Cited For 'Top-Notch Service'
New Italian Restaurant On Long Island Cited For 'Top-Notch Service' Long Island has a new Italian restaurant, and it’s already delighting diners. Centro 336 – located in Hampton Bays at 336 West Montauk Highway – held its grand opening on Wednesday, June 24. The restaurant’s menu boasts a number of Italian staples like pizza, pasta, and chicken parmigiana. Everything is made in house using many of the East End’s local, in season produce. “Our menu centers around family recipes including fresh homemade pasta, individual pizzas from our wood burning oven and dishes with Mediterranean touches, such as clams oreganata, grilled octopus and zucchini chips,” read…
'Excellent' Pizzeria Opens Sixth Long Island Location 'Excellent' Pizzeria Opens Sixth Long Island Location
'Excellent' Pizzeria Opens Sixth Long Island Location A popular pizzeria has opened yet another location on Long Island — and so far, it seems to be just as popular as its prior eateries. The Pizzeria of Babylon, located at 606 Montauk Highway, officially opened its doors in April, marking the business’ sixth spot. In its first few weeks of operation, it appears that The Pizzeria of Babylon has left hungry customers satisfied. “Summer vibes are on point. [The] menu is extensive and more than just pizza for sure!” wrote Michael Anthony in a Facebook post to the Long Island Restaurant Group. He continued that the bar area of the new buildi…