Square pies, Neapolitan-style pizzas, spicy pepperoni cups, Detroit style

























"The West Hollywood branch of the same pizza brand says it is operationally separate from the New York owners and has publicly denounced racism, discrimination, inequality, and bigotry following the revelations about the New York location. LA operators told Eater and posted a statement asserting that the troubling incidents involved the New York store before the LA shop opened, that those events do not reflect the views or values of the LA team, and that leadership changes in New York will not affect LA operations; they emphasized a belief that good food brings people together and a commitment to serving their community." - Farley Elliott

"A West Coast outpost of a New York pizzeria that has opened in Los Angeles, bringing the brand’s pizza to the region." - Amanda Kludt

"A famous New York transplant known for its pepperoni-cup–topped, pepperoni-heavy square slices has opened a small, takeaway-focused outpost at 9161 Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood. The Morano family and new general manager Wilmer Medina Torres relocated from NYC to launch a location designed to mirror the original’s compact look and menu—primarily slices and sodas—while adding an LA twist: an on-site water-filtration system meant to approximate New York tap water and a collaboration with local lifestyle brand Madhappy that includes merchandise and a unique slice made with a spicy vodka sauce. Expect signature items like the spicy spring loaded with pepperoni as well as thinner, non‑Sicilian NYC-style pies; operations will run daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., with delivery via DoorDash rolling out after opening. Backed by a partnership with restaurateur Lawrence Longo, the high-profile launch (with socially distanced lines on opening day) positions the brand to become a major player in Southern California pizza." - Farley Elliott

"Family-owned and famous for its cheese-heavy square pies and signature pepperoni cups, this New York slice institution is opening a West Hollywood outpost at 9161 Sunset Boulevard in late August or early September. Co-owners Dom and Frank Morano plan to recreate the same slices-and-sodas, takeout-focused concept with a few bar-height counters for dine-in when allowed and robust in-house delivery (previously the only LA delivery option was via Goldbelly). The expansion follows wildly popular LA pop-ups done with Lawrence Longo—who is an investor and has overseen much of the buildout—and Dom intends to move to LA to run the shop while Frank will be present for portions of the opening. Initial hours will be Wednesday–Sunday, 11 a.m.–10 p.m., with more days and late-night service planned down the line." - Farley Elliott

"A legendary pizzeria known for its iconic spicy pepperoni pie, featuring pepperoni that curls into little cups and pools with flavorful oil when baked — a beloved, highly sought-after slice style that commands a premium price." - Lauren Ro