Best Pizza in Jersey City (2025)

Dan Richer’s wood-fired pies celebrate New Jersey ingredients, from heirloom tomatoes to local hazelnuts. Featured by The New York Times, Food & Wine, and Grub Street, Razza remains the city’s standard-bearer; book ahead and don’t skip the Jersey Margherita.

Rick Easton’s Roman-spirited bakery turns out ethereal square slices and seasonal toppings; it earned a two-star review from The New York Times and ongoing praise from Eater NY. Grab pizza rossa, then explore the changing board for limited-run pies.

A Heights fixture since 1959, family-run Renato’s balances classic slices with standout pies like the vodka mozzarella. Praised by local food writers and beloved by generations, it’s both a community hub and a dependable destination for group meals.

Family-run and proudly local, Rustique bakes stone-oven pies with house-made mozzarella and bread. Locals swear by the Margherita and the thick-crust Sicilian “Kathy” with vodka sauce; it’s a relaxed downtown standby that keeps quality front and center.

This family-owned trattoria from Lazio brings thin-crust pies and handmade touches to the Newark Avenue pedestrian plaza. Recognized by Visit Hudson and local critics, its quattro formaggi and seasonal pies pair well with aperitivi and house pastas.

Family-owned since 1968, Helen’s is downtown’s classic slice shop—big New York–style pies, Sicilian squares, and late hours right off the pedestrian mall. Frequently cited by local guides, it’s woven into the daily rhythm of the neighborhood.

Serving the Heights since 1976, this family spot draws steady praise for its grandma pie, classic slices, and friendly service. Highlighted by local publications, it’s a reliable go-to when you want straightforward, well-made pizza.

An unpretentious bakery turning out hefty, affordable Sicilian slices alongside fresh breads and pastries. Operating since the 1980s per the bakery, it’s a quick, satisfying stop for square slices with a loyal following in the Heights.

Cash-only, family-run since the early 1980s, Larry & Joe’s is pure Journal Square nostalgia: thin, crisp pies, honest toppings, and a famed chicken parm. Frequently mentioned by local roundups, it’s a no-frills classic that still hits the spot.

A revived West Side favorite under new ownership, Pompei dishes New York–style pies, sesame-edged Sicilians, and house pastries. Recent buzz and steady hours make it a smart detour when exploring the neighborhood beyond downtown and the Heights.

A newer downtown slice shop with late-night hours and pies billed as halal and kosher, spotlighted by Jersey Digs. Expect quick counter service on the pedestrian plaza—handy for post-show bites near City Hall and the Grove Street PATH.