Here’s a roundup of reader recommendations from Pizzavania, our newsletter highlighting the best in Pa. pizza.
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Readers play an important part in Pizzavania by sharing their recommendations and opinions on the pizzas they love.
Here’s a list of those recommendations, which we’ll be updating regularly.
“Mama Lena’s in McKees Rocks and Ginny’s Neighborhood Pizza Joint in Murrysville. Both are outstanding!”
— Gary Miller
“The grandma pie at Stroud Pizzeria in Stroudsburg is pretty amazing…the slice of pizza you think about 4 days later!”
— Christy Connolly
“Pizzeria Luca in Lancaster. Probably the best I’ve had ANYWHERE, and you’re hearing this from a former South Philly resident who has been on the New Haven pizza tour.lanc
— Gary
“My husband’s family, from Old Forge, favored Ghigiarelli’s pizza. Your review of Trader Joe’s white pizza takes me back to trays of white pizza from there.”
— Wendy
“Bernie’s Pizza in Dallas. Nice thin crust pizza.”
— Stephanie W.
“Rick’s Doughboys in St. Marys.”
— Marilyn Tucker
“My favorite pizza place is Alfredo’s Cafe in the South Side Shopping Center in Scranton. The taste is amazing. Just the right amount of cheese and sauce. Baked not fried. You must give it a try.”
— Ed D’Amico
“Teberio’s Pizza & Pub in Wilkes-Barre. Sweet sauce and plenty of cheese. Great Pizza.”
— Rich Vacula
“Mabel’s Pizza Shop in Clearfield. A totally unique sauce and cheese in a thin, square pizza. You will not find another pizza like it anywhere and I’ve tried! Only open Thursday to Sunday.”
— Eric R.
“Manbroso’s in Aston. Absolutely delicious.”
— Connie W.
“Carlucci’s Express in Yardley. The best pizza anywhere. The best sauce and the freshest mozzarella.”
— Amy Carr
“Sabo’s Pizza in Fairview, Erie County.”
— Daniel S.
“I was so happy to see that you included Santucci’s in your round-up of the best takeout pizza near Philly. I’m a Northeast Philly kid and we used to eat it all the time growing up. Nothing beats it. I love where I live now, but there’s nothing around here like Santucci’s. I always make it a point to get a pie when I’m back home. I can still taste that sweet sauce!”
— Joey M.
“New Haven Pizza in West Chester. My husband and I have been going to this location for over 35 years by my best guess. Their crust is so good and their cheese is also really good.”
— Jo Ann Eller
“I like Grotto’s based out of Delaware. There are two locations in Pa.: Harveys Lake and Scranton. They just announced a location coming to Lancaster near me.”
— Bob K.
“You need to get to Colonial Pizza in Easton. Always great pizza, and plenty of other items too.”
— Sue G., Easton
“Two words: Verona Pizza. It’s in Maple Glen. Consistently unbelievable pies. I dream of their eggplant pie, and their grandma pies are great, too, if that’s your jam.”
— Terry O’Connor
“Augustine’s Club 17 in Old Forge.”
— Robert P.
“Jim and Nena’s in York. The pizza is absolutely delicious!! Our daughter loves the gluten-free pizza too. The sauce is AMAZING, and all the toppings we order are always fresh and wonderful.”
— Annette Coomber
“Venarri’s Pizza and La Casa de Pizza in Lewisburg. Both have been established pizza restaurants in this central Pennsylvania town.”
— Jean G.
“Angelo’s in Wilkes Barre (the original on Hazel Street) is the best pizza for this NEPA family of 50+. Better call early on Friday as there’s a 3 hour wait!”
— Viv & Joe
“John’s of Arthur Avenue in Milford. Combines the best of Pa. and New York pizza. Very community minded and wonderful staff.”
— Will Nichols
“Disalla’s Pizza in Munhall. Family owned since 1954. This pizza is AMAZING. The crust is light and airy, crunchy, the sauce is full-bodied and so tasteful and the cheese—melted everywhere! I’ve been eating it since it was 6 cents a slice, MANY years ago.”
— Ann Marie Scahill
“Palermo’s Pizza in Lansdale. Their Sicilian Pizza is the best.”
— John
“Rosalie’s Grill in Chambersburg for fantastic brick oven thin crust pizza. They also serve the thick crust style which is good.”
— Teresa
“Falbo’s in Latrobe!”
— Lee Ann Smith
“Two favorite pizzerias in Pittsburgh: Vincent’s Pizza Park and Beto’s Pizza. We have been eating Beto’s since we were in high school. Great pizza!”
— Gloria
“Try Berardi Bros. Pizzeria in Feasterville. It’s delicious!”
— D.W.
“Marina’s Pizza in Fishtown (Philadelphia) lives up to the hype. They do big ‘ol, New York-style slices. It’s hard to find great places that serve slices in addition to pies.”
— Joey
“I almost want to keep it a secret, because they’re not open much and they run out of dough sometimes, but, man, Moonlight Pizza in Pen Argyl rivals anything I’ve had in New York or Philly. You definitely need to check it out.”
— Thomas N.
“Affinito in Emmaus is my favorite, and I’ve eaten pizza all over NEPA, the Lehigh Valley, the Philly area, and even some of the really good spots in North Jersey. Affinito beats them all.”
— Bruce
“Jo Jo’s in Hummelstown. Best grandma pie anywhere!”
-Sheila
“My family has loved Vocelli Pizza in Meadville forever. It’s our neighborhood spot!”
— Bryan Harris
“D’Arc’s n Windber. It was worth my trip from Philadelphia!”
— Denis
“Giovanni’s and Sons Pizzeria in Royersford for an Old Forge style pie. Johnny’s Pizza in Bryn Mawr and Wayne for a great round pie.” (Ed. note: Totally with you on Johnny’s.)
— Jeff
“Switchback Pizza Company in Emmaus is a favorite spot for our family. They do a tremendous Neapolitan pie AND they have their own frozen pizza that’s really great!”
— Jayne M.
“Finally made the drive to Old Forge. Sampled a few places with some pizza-loving pals. Consensus: Revello’s was the best of the bunch. I’m still walking off that trip. LOL!”
— Ted Rice
“You need to check out Eda’s Pizzeria in Roxborough. SO good!”
— Tom Harris
“Moonlight Pizza in Pen Argyl has become my favorite. My partner and I make the drive up from Easton a few times a month for the bacon & carmelized onion pie. Their salads are great too!”
— Rebecca
“Joey’s Pizza in Thorndale is like a well-kept secret in Chester County. Strip mall pizza isn’t supposed to be this good. It rivals anything in Philly as far as I’m concerned.”
— Ed G.
“You need to get to Williamsport and check out Leo’s Pizzeria. His Fire Boy pizza is, well, fire!”
— Rick
“My family has been going to Senape’s (the tavern, not the bakery) in Hazleton for years! Love it!”
— Jenni O.
“Hellertown Crossroads Hotel (formerly Matety’s).”
— Pamela R.
“Dom’s Westgate Pizza in Bethlehem is our go-to. Grew up on it. Over 40 years later, it’s still the same!”
— Sue N.
“Hands down, 7-Eleven has amazingly good pizza, either by the slice or the whole pie! We have one here in Johnstown!”
— Pammy (Ed. note: This appears to be in reference to our feature on the pizza offerings at Rutter’s, Sheetz, and Wawa.)
“Tacconelli’s in Port Richmond (Philadelphia) is still my favorite after all these years. Worth the drive in from the ‘burbs.”
— Jeremy F., Bala Cynwyd
“My all-time favorite pizza comes from an Italian market on Main Street in Pittston, Sabatelle’s Market. It’s a small grocery store with a sandwich and pizza kitchen in the back. My favorite pizzas from Sabatelle’s are stuffed pizza with broccoli, fresh tomato pizza, and plain fresh dough pizza with mushrooms and onions.”
— Lisa Sabatini
“Giovanni’s 724 Italian Restaurant in Pottstown is great for pizza or anything else on their menu. The staff is fun, led by the owner, Joey. Several family members work there and all are great. Give it a try. I don’t believe you’ll be disappointed!”
— Bob K.
“If you are visiting State College, be sure to check out Faccia Luna Pizzeria. I love their Salamini Supreme.”
— Hugh
“The Limeport Inn, near Allentown and Quakertown. Known for fine dining BUT killer artisan pizza. I know the gal who makes them and she takes great pride in her craft!”
— Constance M.
“My family has been going to Sabatini’s in Exeter since I was a kid in the 80s. No one in NEPA does it better, IMHO.”
— Johnny T.
“Thank you for turning me on to Affinito in Emmaus. I’ve probably ordered from there five times in the past few weeks. Unbelievable pies, especially for this area.”
— E.J. (Editor’s note: We featured Affinito in our recent roundup of the Lehigh Valley’s best pizza)
“When are you getting out to Pittsburgh? You HAVE TO try Spak Bros. It’s the best pizza I’ve ever had in the city and I’ve tried them all because I’m old A.F.”
— Lenny Quigley (Editor’s note: I’ll get out there one of these days before too long)
“We love going to Mezzaluna in Kennett Square. Their fig and prosciutto pizza is out of this world good.”
— Beth
“Our family swears by Pizzeria Luca in Lancaster. We do a lot of Sunday dinners and it’s got something for everyone. Beautiful space too.”
— Mary Jane Carvelli
“Revello’s in Old Forge. The broccoli white pie is the best white pie anywhere!”
— Eric Johns
“I fell in love with Faccia Luna when I was going to Penn State. Best ‘za in all of State College. I always make a point of eating there each fall when I go back for games. Still my favorite after all these years!”
— Benjamin H.
“Our family loves Napoli Pizza right here in Carlisle. Nothing fancy. Just great pies at great prices.”
— MaryBeth, Carlisle
“Pizzeria Beddia in Philly. Nothing in the Philly area comes close.”
— Evan
“Nono’s Alby’s in West Reading is my go-to. For anyone thinking that the Berks County pizza scene is lacking, you have to check out Nono Alby’s. Wood-fired pies with a crispy crust. Great stuff!”
— Broderick Forrest
“Sabo’s Pizza in downtown Fairview.”
— Dan S.
“You have to get to Ravenisi Pizzeria in Glen Mills. The dough is so fresh. They do a pie with roasted red peppers and arugula that takes my breath away!”
— Laurie
“I have Pizzavania to thank for turning me on to Johnny’s Pizza in Wayne. I’d just moved to the area from north Jersey late last year when I read about them through your newsletter. Johnny’s hangs with some of the best places I’ve tried in and around New York City.”
— Jeremy Q. (Editor’s note: You’re welcome. We’re here to help.)
“Palermo’s Pizza in Hummelstown has the best stuffed pizza I’ve ever had. It’ll fill you up in the best way, and the prices aren’t bad at all.”
— Tony Harris
“The Fridge in Lancaster makes a very nice thin crust pie. Plus you’ve got all those great beers.” — C.J.
“Tommy’s Pizza Corner in Kingston. Family owned. I love the Sicilian style!!!”
— Matthew Engel
“DaVinci Italian Eatery in Mechanicsburg. They do a proper grandma pie, and the Pittsburgh special, with cheddar ranch sauce and fries on top, is great too!”
— John C.
“Our family loves Gio Italian Grill in Macgunie for pizza because you can get a simple margherita for the kids, while mom and dad can get the ‘fancy stuff,’ LOL! I love the goat cheese, pear, and arugula pie the best.”
— Caroline McNaulty
“I’m a NEPA transplant out west and Turco’s in New Castle does an incredible pan-fried Sicilian that keeps me connected to my roots. They also do bangin’ thin crust pies, too. Check it out!”
— S.K.
“Happy to say that Marina’s in Philly lives up to all the hype. Best slice place going right now, IMO. I was a little suspect but it’s legit. Can hang with the best stuff in the city.”
— Eric Cramer (Editor’s note: I agree!)
