Contes is a must eat in Princeton. A true local experience. Definitely get there early - seating is limited and they get busy! Always have a game going on the tv at the bar. Full beer selection and the pizza is delicious. The style is more thin crust - almost like a cracker texture but it's so good! The wait staff is super friendly and remember familiar faces. Hometown restaurant vibes. read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Conte's is an institution and a "must try" if you're in Princeton. It's not fancy, there are no frills, it looks the same as it did a decade or more ago... but it's consistent. The service is good and quick, the food is fresh and always hot, and it's not going to break your bank. read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

After working across the street from this place I finally ordered some pizza to go. My only regret is waiting so long to have done so. The place is simply decorated, the staff is friendly and their thin crust pizza is amazing. Parking onsite is a plus in that neighborhood. All I can say is Wow! Now I understand why everyone always speaks so highly of them. Definitely will be back! read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Large cheese pizza - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Ahh... the post graduation exodus when restaurants have tables and Nassau Street is passable. Oh, and the venerable Conte's pizza joint is unhurried, inviting you to sit a spell and enjoy at your leisure (the roasted pepper and sausage thin crust was amazing.) In the Fall we'll be back to thirty deep waiting for a table but Summer's here and the living is easy. Five relaxed stars. read more

After eating lunch at Winberie's we decided to get a pizza from Contee's for the road since we knew we would not be in the area again no time soon. We got our favorite sausage and onion combination since that is what we always get everywhere we go. The pizza reminded me of Pepe's in Yonkers, NY and that was good. However, the sauce was not seasoned or flavorful so that took away from the experience. I love Greek pizza with Greek salad first and foremost and second to that Italian pizza shops. The old pizza Greek Pizza shop we used to patronize when we lived in the area was call Athenians but they closed down. The service was fast and the cashier was very nice but the place looked real dated and I'm glad we didn't dine in. There was no ambiance and you can only access the pizza shop from the parking lot in the back of the building. Long story short the place is a long time staple in the area so that's why we got a pie for the road. Nostalgia. Pure nostalgia. read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Sausage and onion pizza - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

TLDR: great thin pies and the best pepperoni around Contes is my personal standard for a thin crust pie: a bite with slight goey chew that gives way to a crisp burnished bottom. The tart, mild sauce and salty cheese are an addicting duo - add some pepperoni with it and I could eat half a pie in a sitting. I don't know what the do with the pepperoni or where it's from, but those meaty little cups are one if my favorite flavor bombs. I don't even order pepperoni on other pies. I've been getting Contes for all occasions for years, and I will continue to be a regular as long as they keep doing their pizza the same. Contes is ever the reliable option. read more

Conte"s is legendary for a reason. It's not your typical Jersey strip mall pizza....which is epic compared to anything else. Conte's is up there with DeLorenzo's and Papa's in Robbinsville. read more

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We traveled 2 hours on recommendation from Dave Portnoy. First clue we were in trouble: a bottle of hand sanitizer sitting next to a jar of Parmesan and dried hot peppers in the center of the table. 2nd clue- a dirty fork Pizza arrived: mushroom with onion Canned mushrooms- is that even a thing??? Crust was tasteless. A frozen pizza crust is better. Sauce- ok- onions, ok. 2nd pizza- sausage and pepperoni. Sausage was flavorful- pepperoni was pepperoni. Another extremely flavorless crust.. come on- for the price and Dave Portnoy rating- this place is a " Do not return" Extremely disappointed. Service was good. No complaints here. read more

My sister hosted a party at Conte's Pizza, and it turned out to be such a great spot for a celebration. We had the entire place to ourselves, which made it feel cozy and special. As someone who eats gluten-free, I was thrilled that they made me my own gluten-free pizza (half extra cheese, half pepperoni!) and even had gluten-free cupcakes for dessert. It's been a long time since I've been able to fully join in at a pizza party, so that meant a lot. To be honest, it wasn't the best gluten-free pizza I've ever had, but I was just so happy to have options and feel included. The service was wonderful, and one of the owners even came over to chat. She shared a bit of the restaurant's history, talked about the décor, and even told us about the special pepperoni they use. You can tell they care about what they do. Overall, it was a great party and a welcoming experience. Definitely worth checking out especially if you're looking for a spot that takes care of all their guests, gluten-free or not. read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Gluten free pizza - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

So yummy . The crust is super thin with a slight crunch on the edges, and the sauce has a nice tangy flavor that stands out. Cheese is classic mozzarella with a little crisp on top Overall, it's a solid, no-frills pie that hits when you want something simple and nostalgic. Service was great . Old school ambiance read more

As a local in princeton, contes is one of my go to pizza places, great pizza flat out amazing place, cool little spot most locals know of. workers usually very kind i don't believe I've had a bad experience in all 9 years of living here. thanks for your awesome pizza contes! read more

Food : Limited items, we got 3 pizza pies, pepperoni, special which is all toppings minus anchovies and plain pizza. The special was tasty in particular the sausage but too many toppings it just slid off which made hard to eat and very messy. Pepperoni was cooked to crunchy perfection which I like the best. Plain cheese too plain. Bar: blue moon draft is always best with pizza Service: large group and yet bill was confused with bar tab on back and then handwritten total on front very not legible which caused confusion to both front register and us. Ambiance: very low key tables, dark inside and bar feature in front. Very casual home in wall vibe. read more

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So many times wanting to visit as we take in a show at nearby McCarter. Well, this past Friday, solo, I made a point of doing a beeline early to check out this place. I ordered a plain cheese pie as that's always the acid test for me when trying out a new joint. I do a lot of pizza here in NJ. Further, living at the northshore, there's a good handful that are as good as it gets. Contes? Some of the best pie I've had in recent memory. It's worth the accolades, and I will be back once in the area. Oh my! read more

Conte's in Princeton is an iconic thin-crust pizza establishment in an interior that has looked the same since my dad first visited in the 70s. We stopped by for some Dave Portnoy-approved sausage and pepperoni pies (rated an impressive 8.9). Conte's has been a Princeton mainstay for over 80 years for a reason and will continue to be so as long as it keeps serving great pizza read more

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Pizza tastes how it should be- it's thin & crispy. Fresh & hot right out of the oven -Sausage is delicious, pepperoni is just as delish. The meatballs are amazing. Even the gluten free pizza- best hands down! read more

As always terrific! Best pepperoni on the planet. Salad cold crisp and huge. Never disappointed! Thank you! read more

Fun neighborhood bar vibe. Busy. Usually a wait. Decent table service. Can get loud. Known for its bar pie style pizza. I find it a bit greasy but it usually has great thin crispy under carriage. Good place to go with a group of friends after the game and have a few beers with the pizza. Portnoy give this place an 8.9. I think its more like a 7.9. Dont forget a Bucket o' Rocks. Cheers. read more

When you step inside Conte's you feel as if you've transported to 1963. The bar, tables and decor are straight from the days of JFK and the atmosphere is bubbling with conversation in a full dining room. The only other noticeable thing was a musty, basement, odor that hung in the air. Servers were attentive and very quick to take drink and food orders. If you're looking for an extensive menu; you will not find one here. The pizza on the other hand, took over 30 minutes to arrive table side. Conte's menu. Pizza, Salad, and a small selection of Subs. That's what they're known for and that's what they do. Very limited Beer selection and the same for wines. Do not expect any IPA, or craft for that matter, but your usual suspects are available. I know they keep "old school" tradition; however they're missing the mark here for me and I'm sure many others. The Pizza: we ordered a Large Sausage,Pepperoni and Onion pizza. Barstool sports sang praises and scored them high. The verdict... I don't know how this pizza could be rated as highly as it is. Nothing higher than a 6.2 for me. The crust is crispy, thin but has a flavor like Matzoh and is extremely dry. The cheese is very generic, not a very flavorful cheese but not horrible either. The sauce had a very "out of the can" and onto the pie without much more seasoning. It was just there. The saving grace was the toppings. The pepperoni especially was one of the best I've had. The cup style and a good amount. The bottom line here is when you come, don't expect gourmet or a "special" type of pizza. It's a basic bar pie, that definitely isn't deserving of the hype it has received. read more

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Strolled around Princeton University and then made our way to Contis. Ordered a large pie with half everything special plus olives, half whatever my wife wanted. She stole some of my slices which was superior to her slices. But it's all good. Pie was huge and my wife is just lovely. Bartender super cool. Loved his old school energy. Made a mean Manhattan read more

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Amazing consistency & longevity. Attentive servers. Excellent crust. Added a cheesesteak sandwich for first time & well above average. Congratulations on your 75th anniversary & best wishes for many more. Would visit more regularly if lived closer. Cheers! read more

This place is as old school as they come. This was my 3rd time here and by far the best tasting pizza I had of the 3 times here. Pizza was cooked well but not burnt and super flavorful. There was 3 of us and we got a large sausage onion garlic (crumbled sausage for the win) the only thing I might've wanted was a lighter hand on the garlic but that's me just knit picking. We also got a small plain which again was cooked wd but not burnt and was absolutely pleased w how this one came out. We also ordered a side of meatballs which were fine but prob would not order again (a bit too firm for my liking) and a small salad which was simple but w their house Italian dressing complimented the pizzas perfectly. Our server was extremely polite and attentive and quick w their house food and drinks. Oh. Had a proper pour of makers mark as well. The bartender has a generous pour which I can totally appreciate. I look forward to coming back for more pizza,salad, and bourbon. Thank you Contes for the lovely meal (my father in law loves your pizza ) read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Small plain - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Good pizza, can't go wrong with their offerings. Took it to a party which had all kinds of exotic food, people hogged on my pizza and I didn't get my slice. read more

"ONE BITE, EVERYBODY KNOWS THE RULES!"--except, apparently, the rules at Conte Pizza read: serve nostalgia, charge 2025 prices, and pray to the Portnoy algorithm. Dave rolled through town, took one nibble, pronounced it divinely crisp, and half of Princeton promptly lined up like he'd discovered gravity. Fast-forward to my visit: the fabled "ultra-thin" crust was so thin it qualified for the Witness Protection Program, the sauce tasted like it filled out its FAFSA last week, and the cheese slouched off the slice faster than Dave dodges SEC filings. Sure, the place has old-school charm, that time-capsule smell of 1950s pizza ovens--but let's be honest: charm doesn't make up for a pie that folds like a bad poker hand when you lift it. An underwhelming pizza. Seek the best one in NJ - hint: they used to be in Trenton (yeah). read more

Contes is located a few blocks from the center of town. It is definitely a place for locals with a constant stream of people both eating in and taking out. It has a big parking lot. The vibe is like a corner bar/sports bar. The games were on several tvs. While we were waiting to be seated, a waitress took our order. We were hungry so this was appreciated. Within a few minutes we were seated and didn't wait long for the pizza. The pizza was tasty. It had a thin cracker type crust. The sauce was really good. I loved that the cheese was a little toasted! There is a full bar. My hubby was a little disappointed that sodas didn't have refills. read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Enjoyed Conte's very much. No frills about it... just straightforward pizza or drinks. Menu is simple and I love it. My favorite was the sausage pizza. Good crisp on the dough and flavor was there. The plain pizza was good too. I love that Conte's knows what they do well and they just do that. I think Portnoy's score was a little high but it was still good. read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Conte's is a Princeton legend, for good reason. If you want delicious pizza and a taste of real Princeton, Conte's is your place. Patience might be required, because Conte's is not a well-kept secret. Whether you are dining in or getting takeout, wait times can be long (especially on Fri and Sat night). IMHO the excellent pizza and fresh salads are worth it. FYI Conte's pizza is classic East Coast pizza that takes a step toward Thin Crust. You're not eating pizza off a crispy cracker, but if soft, fluffy, foldable crust is your jam, look elsewhere. Conte's crust is sturdy (no folding required, but you can if you must), all the better to hold the delicious toppings. Don't miss their spicy, curly pepperoni. read more

Excellent neighborhood pizza in princeton! Super busy even at 5pm, and prices and taste were both on point. Old school vibe and small menu It had a old style pizza place meets a dive bar ambiance Recommend if looking for a casual dinner read more

Conte's in Princeton has very good coal fired pizza with Billy Batts type atmosphere. Definitely worth a visit.

When the back entrance is the front entrance, things can get interesting. At 4:00 pm sharp on Saturday there was a line. The building is a total dive which can be an indication of some really good grub but the musty smell and Formica tables were off putting. The staff is welcoming friendly even when things get hectic. Now for the good and bad of the pizza: the cheese, sauce and spices are spectacular, seriously awesome. The crust though...total yuk...dried out white bread cracker awfulness which destroyed the entire pizza experience. read more

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Delicious old school thin crust pizza. Always a cold beer to accompany your pizza. And thats what you come for -pizza and a cold one. A family favorite for years read more

Price: sandwhich $10 L pepperoni pizza $24 Rybi take: one thing NJ does right is pizza. We have been trying to try contes for quite some time and finally got the opportunity. Dave Portnoy gave this place a 8.9 and even though he is a piece of shit, he knows a thing or two about pizza. We got the half pepperoni and half sausage pizza, which caused it to be a bit more soggy in the center but I think worth it to have the pepperonis. The crust on this pizza was great, nice thin bar style crust with an amazing crunch. We also got a meatball and sausage sandwich, which were good but you come here for the pizza. Overall an amazing pizza at an amazing price, if you are in Princeton this is a must try. But this was not the best pizza we have had though, B+C pizza in Laguna Nigel, CA still holds onto its crown. read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Sausage Sandwich - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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as someone from ct, i got told this is the pizza restaurant. i wouldn't say the best as its definitely good. i would recommend read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

I loved the old school vibe of this place. However, the pizza was so so. I went based on a review from Dave Portnoy and his One Bite Review. Dave needs to rethink the astronomical score he gave Conte's. Number 8 in the world? Not this world. read more

The food and service were bar non excellent. We had the plain and sausage pies, the crust were thin crusted to perfection, the ambience was set in old work, the parking was plentiful. read more

Heard a lotta hype about the pizza so I tried it out. Was very crispy like I like it but the overall taste was very bland. Sauce was missing a LOT of salt. Dunno if that's the norm or if the Salt shaker was on vacation, but the pie was lacking in overall flavor. With that being said I also ordered a second pie with pepper's and onions. Typically upon making that request I'd expect to get green peppers, but to my surprise got ROASTED RED PEPPERS! A very pleasant surprise which probably saved that pizza since the sauce was bland there as well. The RRP's were absolutely delicious with the onions. Would definitely recommend that pie. ....now they just gotta find that salt read more

Albert Einstein used to eat there and that's all you really need to know. Love the pizza and the honest retro decor, apparently the same since the 1950s. Hope it never changes. read more

True Score: 2.5 Stars This maybe the most disappointing review I've ever written. The Pizza man touted this spot as a bucket list must stop. We were very excited about our visit. The place is like a VFW hall with a big bar. It was COVID closure times so there were several restrictions. We ordered a simple pepperoni pizza well done. I'll have to tell you, we were not only underwhelmed, the pizza wasn't even good. We literally threw most of it out. The pizza has this very strange texture and taste. My wife thought it was better than I did. Portnoy rated this pizza in the 9's, I would barely give it a 6. Sadly, it was not good. Sorry read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

A local classic- I'd recommend to any Princeton resident. If you're a non-resident, I'd prepare to be met with some abrasive customer service. I attempted to call for an order but was met with a blunt response of "we don't do slices of pizza, just whole pies. Please check the menu and then call back when ready." Although unpleasant, the pizza was absolutely delicious and was relatively fast (beware that during dinner hours, an order can take up to 2 hours to become ready). You truly cannot go wrong if you are looking for NE Pizza (in my opinion, the only and best type of pizza there is) read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

First time visiting. Came here on a Sunday night. Super friendly service. Already busy. Very fast service to sit, get menus and get drinks. Full bar with limited options. Fountain soda drinks. Waitress was fantastic (her grandfather was the original Conte and opened up the place in 1947 according to her). Ordered the special pizza (her recommendation) which had all the toppings minus anchovies and olives (pepperoni, homemade sausage, fresh garlic, onions, mushrooms) and a plain pie. Plain pie came out faster. The homemade sausage is phenomenal - that plus the fresh garlic just makes it incredible. I'll admit, the rest of the other toppings is a lot on the pizza. However if you love a pizza loaded up, it's definitely delicious. The plain pie was good. The sauce was excellent and not hidden by cheese. The crust takes some getting used to. I wasn't expecting it. It's a very dry, cracker like crust. Almost like a thick saltine. I don't dislike it but it took some getting used to. It's more noticeable on the plain pie. Had these toppings been on a regular thin crust, this would have been a perfect pizza. It's definitely more unique and you know how passionate NJ gets about it's pizza. This could be a good transition pizza for out of towners that aren't used to super thin crusts. Definitely worth trying. All of the service was good, our regular waitress and others made sure we were okay. The barkeep came to see if we needed a refill on soda, said yes but it's clear she got distracted. Our waitress took care of it immediately. The tables are a little too close together for my liking but it's fine. Super casual place. No outdoor seating. Reasonably priced for the portions. read more

Conte’s Pizza and Bar - Special pizza - everything with no anchovies or olives - Pizza Near Me - Princeton, New Jersey

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Barely ok. For me it did not live up to all of the positive reviews. Sauce was kind of bland and crust was like cardboard and pretty much tasteless. read more