Pizza Jerk - NE

"Cully’s Pizza Jerk captures the nostalgic pizza parlor vibe, with long tables covered by red-and-white-checked tablecloths and stained glass lamps hanging from the tin ceiling—all that’s missing is a tabletop Ms. Pac-Man game. Even the deep-dish pan pizzas conjure up a bygone era, though we prefer the simple perfection of the lighter 18-inch, thin-crust pies adorned with nothing more than pepperoni cups and a shake of parmesan. For more creative pizzas, it’s hard to beat the It’s Always Sunny in Cully, sweet and savory with pepperoni, pineapple, pickled peppers, plus a honey drizzle, or the Clam Jam, a creamy, garlicky ode to New Haven. Bring the whole family or the soccer team—the big back patio is filled with play structures. " - krista garcia

"Cully’s Pizza Jerk captures the nostalgic pizza parlor vibe, with long tables covered by red-and-white-checked tablecloths and stained glass lamps hanging from the tin ceiling—all that’s missing is a tabletop Ms. Pac-Man game. Even the deep-dish pan pizzas conjure up a bygone era, though we prefer the simple perfection of the lighter 18-inch, thin-crust pies adorned with nothing more than pepperoni cups and a shake of parmesan. For more creative pizzas, it’s hard to beat the It’s Always Sunny in Cully, sweet and savory with pepperoni, pineapple, pickled peppers, plus a honey drizzle, or the Clam Jam, a creamy, garlicky ode to New Haven. Bring the whole family or the soccer team—the big back patio is filled with play structures." - Krista Garcia

"This breakout rock ‘n’ roll pizzeria has a sprawling dog-friendly patio at its Northeast 42nd Avenue location complete with picnic tables and plenty of space for devouring pizza and boozy slushies alongside your pup. Pizza is available by the slice as well as excellent pies. There are also regular, non-alcoholic slushies available and a full jungle gym to keep those human kiddos occupied." - Michelle DeVona, Nathan Williams, Eater Staff

"This old-school pizzeria is the ideal place to take kids for pepperoni and slushies, with beer for the booze-friendly grown-ups and Martinelli’s for the kids and non-drinkers. A large backyard with a play structure and area for kids to wander around and explore is a particular hit, especially in the summertime. Finish the day with some of the shop’s soft serve." - Rebecca Roland, Levi Rogers, Jenni Moore

"The famous Northeast Portland pizzeria Pizza Jerk takes major inspiration from the ’80s pizza parlors home to soccer game dinners and birthday parties, complete with plastic checkered tablecloths and peeling leather booths. It’s a great space for big groups with kids, especially if you can take advantage of the large outdoor patio. The pizzas impress with a thin and crispy crust and high-quality toppings — for a good time, be sure to order a boozy slushie and the It’s Always Sunny in Cully pie, topped with pepperoni, hot peppers, basil, pineapple, and hot honey." - Michelle Lopez, Brooke Jackson-Glidden