Di Fara Pizza
Pizza restaurant · Midwood
1424 Avenue J, Brooklyn, NY 11230
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Highlights
At this iconic Midwood pizzeria, pizza lovers line up for legendary slices topped with fresh basil and expertly crafted by generations of DeMarco chefs.
At this iconic Midwood pizzeria, pizza lovers line up for legendary slices topped with fresh basil and expertly crafted by generations of DeMarco chefs.
"In 2022, Domenico “Dom” DeMarco, the owner of the Midwood pizza institution Di Fara Pizza, passed away. But his legacy lives on at his restaurant, where slices continue to be churned out with precision. There are other outposts of Di Fara, but the Midwood one is the best shortcut to an understanding of a New York pizza legend." - Emma Orlow, Eater Staff
"Even after the passing of Dom DeMarco, Di Fara still holds up as some of the absolute best pizza in Brooklyn. The sauce is deeply flavorful with a hit of acid, the crust is perfectly crisp and a bit charred, and fresh olive oil and basil tie the whole thing together. Go here if you want to understand the origin stories of other popular spots like Lucali and L’Industrie. Di Fara walked so they could follow in his footsteps. The wait times aren't as brutal as they used to be, especially if you’re just getting a slice. We prefer the round slice to the square, but both are excellent examples of the form." - willa moore, bryan kim, neha talreja, arden shore
"Di Fara opened in 1965, and they’ve been making legendary pies in their tiny South Brooklyn ever since. The late owner Dom DeMarco made the pizzas himself right behind the counter for most of that time, but now the pizza-making torch has been passed on to his family. The pizza here is still being prepared with several different kinds of cheese, olive oil, and plenty fresh basil. It has a crunchy crust that's notably salty, and each slice will offer a satisfying crackle as you fold it. Though the lines have died down, one slice here will still make you incredibly happy, and a second will make you want to get into a sleeping bag and watch a rom-com." - bryan kim, willa moore, kenny yang, carlo mantuano, molly fitzpatrick
"A Brooklyn pizza restaurant that is part of Wonder's offerings, known for its solid pizza though sometimes lacking its signature basil finish." - Bettina Makalintal
"A renowned pizza place located deep in Brooklyn, famous for its Neapolitan pizzas."
