The Sauce Pizzeria

Pizza restaurant · Oceanport

The Sauce Pizzeria

Pizza restaurant · Oceanport

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281 E Main St, Oceanport, NJ 07757

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The Sauce Pizzeria is a stand out fresh take on all the classics! Try the barPi or the upside down Jersey Devil! Life changing  

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281 E Main St, Oceanport, NJ 07757 Get directions

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281 E Main St, Oceanport, NJ 07757 Get directions

+1 732 440 4447
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"In Midtown East, a third location of Sauce Pizzeria has opened at 315 Fifth Ave. with thin-crust and square pies." - Stefanie Tuder

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"Sauce Pizzeria is a counter-service spot in the East Village from the same owner as Sauce, the Italian restaurant on the LES. The pizza here has a chewy, thin crust, and you can get slices, full pies, and individual dipping sauces that come on the side. They get creative with some of the toppings - and although it might sound gimmicky, the al pastor pie with pineapple sauce is actually pretty good. If you’re in the East Village and want a quick sit-down meal that’s not too expensive, it’s worth stopping by here." - Hannah Albertine

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Tatiana Hoover

Google
Really great pepperoni pizza with hot honey! We’re exploring new pizza places and this is our first time here. The restaurant is accessible, but small, with a few tables and some high stools by the window. Everyone who works there is very nice. The menu is extensive, we tried 3 different slices. The pepperoni was the best. Crispy and crunchy on the edges.

M R

Google
I have gotten food a few times now and everything I’ve tried has been DELICIOUS. The sauce on their pizza is some of the best I’ve ever had. Their burger was cooked to perfection and the boardwalk fries are a perfect side. Their Chicken Francaise was a 10/10 for me. Not overly buttery or lemony, just right. Highly recommend!

Max Kelly

Google
Pretty damn good! Got the regular plain style with pepperoni, vodka, and trentonian all bar pi style. All the flavors were great and cooked perfectly well done. My one nit-pick would be there could be a little less cheese. That’s just me. Also the wings were great! But again everything was good and the guys at the shop are super nice and welcoming. This will become a regular spot.

funforsail1067

Google
This was possibly one of best pizzas I have ever had, it's called the Gemini, get well done charred...This pie is sweet and a very flavourful sauce. Dough and cheese are perfect 0 grease, shows the quality of ingredients used...Give these guys a try they wont disappoint, check out their wide variety of pie . .They have earned my business as my new go to pizza place ...Going to have to sample their other foods next visit..

David M. Dwight

Google
After Kit's Medical Monday appointment drove to Oceanport, NJ for Lunch at The Sauce, 281 E. Main Street for some slice's of pizza. This location has been home to 2 other Pizzerias, the the Original Enzo's, after the fire Federico's 2 and now The Sauce!!! Kit had a slice of Sausage and Peppers and I enjoyed a slice of the Rustic and The Jersey Devil (Hot Honey Roni)... All slice's were delicious and the sauces and pepperoni on my 2 slice's were outstanding!!

Mike S

Google
Really enjoyed the Gemini bar pie. The sweet sauce was a nice change of pace. Definitely recommend if you like it sweet. Next time I think I’ll ask for the entire pizza to have the sweet sauce all over. The owner and employees were all very nice. I’ll be back

Michele Blondek

Google
My first time ordering from The Sauce today..picked up a Gemini pie. Was truly incredible!! Best I’ve ever had! Met the owner Jason he was extremely nice and personable . The man that took the order over the phone was very helpful explaining the differences in their pies and suggested I try the GEMINI. Everything I have heard about this place was proven to be true today! Thank you guys! Best of luck to you!

Dean Picc

Google
What can I say? A great pizzeria less then a block away! My wife called in the order and then I went and picked it up. We ordered the Grandma Medium size. The Sauce, Crust and Cheese was just amazing, they put a circle of pesto around the pie and WOW! What flavor!! My Wife had the Chicken Parm. Also amazing. she kept saying how delicious it was wile she was eating it. She also get the Cesear Salad and she just loved it. I saw the Crumcake and just had to get one.also Crazy good. The Sauce is a great new spot in Oceanport and you must give it a try.lk

Tim P.

Yelp
Food was amazing, everything we ordered was fresh and tasted great!! Definitely try the grandma pie and the hot honey with pepperoni.

Thaddeus K.

Yelp
A chef friend recently brought 'Sauce' to my attention. I'll always try a plain slice first and it was pretty good. Stopped in a couple of times doing same and really liking it. Finally got a fresh pie last Friday night. Called it in as I picked up my son from the SeaStreak ferry. 45 minute to an hour wait. It's not a 45 minute drive back to Oakhurst, so I figure I'd check in, knowing that I was early and telling the counter person of same. It really is that busy, and that's for a reason. Decided there was no reason to drive home and then back, so my son and I just talked for the next 20 minutes. Meanwhile there's a constant stream of cars picking up their food. For a good reason too. I will always ask that they not slice it as it's going to be slid into a 450* oven back at the house for 3-4 minutes depending upon crust thickness. This is ONE EXCELLENT PIE! I was in again yesterday, and had a couple of margharita slices that had dollops of burrata on it. So good. I'm a real happy camper. This place is great.

Lea H.

Yelp
After checking reviews, we decided to hit The Sauce. This is clearly a local favorite as people were in and out and being warmly greeted by the staff. They have a few tables inside and a few outdoor tables. They have bottled Pepsi products and we opted to try their popular pizzas. The Gemini and The Jersey Devil. One pie came out a lot faster than the other with no explanation. But (other than the sauce being thinner than I would like), both pies were excellent. Definitely a good spot.

Taj T.

Yelp
I wasn't expecting such attentive and thoughtful service from this ocean side hole in the wall, but by the time I left I'd marked The Sauce Pizzeria as a must stop destination any time I'm hitting up the Jersey shore. For example, the cook could tell that we could handle real spice, so when we ordered a Spicy Diablo he said "If you want I'll make half of it with even more spice than what's on the menu". Boy did that spice deliver. It was the perfect way to warm up after coming in from the chilly beach. On a Detroit style pie, the Spicy Diablo has the perfect blend of sweet and spicy. If you are looking for sweet, get the "Gemini" pie. Don't be alarmed, it's not as sweet as dessert, but like biting into a fresh cherry tomato. It really works! Best part was that the owner says "I made your cheese pizza a little well done, so I'll give you another pie on the house". Just goes to show what an honest business it is, and I'm happy to remain a loyal customer for their kindness and generosity. The margarita was really interesting: the bottom was crusted with sesame seeds, which added a great flavor to the dish overall. I've never experienced this before. It's amazing to see a small pizza shop making some bold choices and redefining what a pizza can be, while still maintaining strong roots in traditional flavors. The magic truly is in "The Sauce"

Keith C.

Yelp
Stopped in after a snow day, two great pies "The Gemini" & " Jersey Devil". Great owner, authentic spot with above average quality - must try ! Big reason why NJ Pizza is as good as it is, Barstool Dave would be all in.

Robert S.

Yelp
First time there. Ordered half onion and bacon, and half sausage. Will go back again and try some specialty pie. On the weekends try to get there before 6pm to avoid long wait time.

Katie H.

Yelp
So disappointed. Finally tried Sauce and two overcooked pizzas were delivered to us. The crust was black and I couldn't even fold the slice in half, it was cooked to a crisp. The cheese was so overcooked and dried out. Our kids wouldn't touch it. Such a waste of money and had to make dinner anyway.

Steve M.

Yelp
Amazing Delicious and the tomato sauce was delicious.Chicken Parmigiana was delicious.Great service and clean

Brandon C.

Yelp
Got the Gemini with pepperoni, this was one of the better pies of pizza I had in a long time! The sauce was the best I've ever had on a pie hands down. Whatever they're doing here, they're doing gods work! Super friendly atmosphere as well, and quick service! I'll be sure to drive out of the way again to try more pies that they have to offer!

Dean P.

Yelp
What can I say? A great pizzeria less then a block away! My wife called in the order and then I went and picked it up. We ordered the Grandma Medium size. The Sauce, Crust and Cheese was just amazing, they put a circle of pesto around the pie and WOW! What flavor!! My Wife had the Chicken Parm. Also amazing. she kept saying how delicious it was wile she was eating it. She also get the Cesear Salad and she just loved it. I saw the Crumcake and just had to get one.also Crazy good. The Sauce is a great new spot in Oceanport and you must give it a try.G

Aileen B.

Yelp
new spot with one of the best pies I've ever had. Dave Portnoy owes them a visit. The grandma pizza was insane but the eggplant parm literally blew my mind. Everyone in our group loved the options and the staff couldn't have been kinder. They even offered an older woman in front of us a free slice. That being said, definitely more of a grab and go spot since there is minimal seating. We will absolutely be back!

Kathy G.

Yelp
The pizza was wonderful! We also ordered a cheesesteak sandwich, needs different Italian bread, Nino's up the street Oceanport Avenue has the best italian bread You can go in there and buy or have them deliver. It would make sandwich so much better!!!!

Mike B.

Yelp
Hands down the BEST pizza anywhere! Had the Gemini slices earlier and some of the BEST pizza I've ever had in my 45 years on earth! Owner is a really cool guy as well. Will drive from Atlantic Highlands for my pizza fix! Thank you The Sauce for making pizza GREAT again!!!

Angelica A.

Yelp
First takeout tonight from The Sauce... we had the jalapeno poppers, a buffalo chicken pie and a margarita pie... excellent! Family was also very pleased and excited... we look forward to sampling the rest of the menu... pizzas are great!

Charles W.

Yelp
I love you guys! So full and happy! Pizza was delicious and delivery driver was cool.

John V.

Yelp
You may not get what you ordered, but at least it tasted good. If there is anything I hate more than getting my order wrong, it would be poor time management! Tell your customers that it will take longer than you think. Ergo, if you're slammed, tell them it will be 30 to 50 minutes. Not 20 to 25 and have them wait 45 minutes to an hour in your shop! A happy customer is a returning one.

Chris H.

Yelp
Best pizza around! There's certainly no shortage of pizza in the area, but if you're looking for the best, look no further. Sandwiches and dinners are also great and everything I've tried on the menu has been incredible. Everything is fresh and they're definitely faster than everything else around. Staff is friendly and place is clean

Marguerite D.

Yelp
After seeing a great story in the Asbury Park Press, we decided to give the Sauce Pizzeria a try. First, and surprisingly, when we called with questions before placing our order, it was so refreshingly nice to be greeted by somebody who was kind, helpful, patient and overall just wonderful! I am sure we drove him crazy but he never let it show. Our pizzas (NJ Devil, Nacho, regular) were AMAZING and we try every new pizza place that comes out...until now anyway because now we are HOOKED on Sauce Pizzeria! It was sooooooo good! I live in Middletown but have no problem making the short trek over to Oceanport if it means coming home with delicious pizza from Sauce! Thank you for an incredible experience!

Kasey W.

Yelp
I ordered the bar pie and shrimp scampi appetizer. Where to begin. First I was told it would take 45- 1 hour which is fine but 2.5 hours later and my bar pie is lukewarm and the beside for having no flavor all I could taste was the how burnt the bottom of the pizza was. This pie should have never made it out the door. The shrimp scampi app had no flavor I didn't even taste any hint of garlic as everyone should taste garlic in a scampi and it had no flavor, was also cold cause again it was 2.5 hours to get the food!!!!

Matt M.

Yelp
I am in a pizza club and have gone to all the "Portnoy" places in NJ. This place easily ranks with the best. I was honestly shocked. As an added bonus, the owner, Jason, is a solid dude.

Jeff S.

Yelp
OUTSTANDING. Got the Gemini...the owner's comment as we left "Wait until you see that crust". 100% spot on. It was phenomenal.

Rich S.

Yelp
The pizza is as good as you'll find in this area. However, what I was really impressed with was when they lost our ticket and didn't have my pie done in a reasonable time they made up for it by refunding my money and having it delivered free of charge. This type of stand up patronage is not often seen these days and will keep me going back.

Gerard S.

Yelp
Pizza is very good but my wife ordered a cold sandwich. the menu say's they serve Boar's Head meat but no no no this was nasty cheap cold cuts.

Thomas B.

Yelp
Went in to grab some dinner an hour before close with my sister. The window had some great choices, but the owner insisted on making us a pie to order so it would be as fresh as possible. Was in and out in 10 minutes and got to sample it straight out of the oven. It was absolutely delicious and I would recommend it to anyone. Not many place have both great service and phenomenal food. The Sauce is definitely a new favorite

Christine C.

Yelp
Pizza and chicken parm sub were delicious! Can't wait to order from here again! Delivery came right on time too!