Cristo&#x27;s Pizza &amp; Grill

Ninos is definitely North Brunswick best pizzeria.... The owner is a cool guy , the staff is always…read moreon positive vibes and good spirits which is the best ingredients in any meal.. But don't stop there., they also have the best cheesesteak in the whole Middlesex county... Trust me!!! Highly recommend the buffalo chicken slice !!! Go to Nino's!!!

After being in the area for almost a year, I was so excited to finally try Ninos. With many…read morespectacular reviews both online and through those I've spoken to in person, I had such high hopes that I was going to find my new go-to pizza spot, but I don't think I will ever return after this encounter. We dined in on a snowy evening when there were no other patrons in the restaurant. Very few stopped in to grab to-go orders, but we were the only group to actually sit and eat dinner here. Upon reaching the counter in search of a menu, our first negative encounter occurred. We asked an employee if we could see a menu, and he dismissed us quite quickly in a rude manner, telling us to look on the counter as if we were blind. No menus there, nothing was there actually, leaving us standing confused. Once he realized his mistake, menus were thrown onto the counter without another word spoken. During this time a family did walk into the restaurant to pick up a to-go orders, which was not yet prepared, leaving them to stand and wait. When we decided on our order and approached the counter once again, we were told we had to wait 5 minutes for them to take our order. Understandable if the restaurant was busy and the front of house staff were in the middle of doing something, but no - the person who told us to wait 5 minutes was just standing there, doing nothing. This employee was not actively making the other guest's order (as there was a back kitchen responsible for that), leaving us even more confused as to why we had to stand there waiting, face to face with the employee, who was just standing and staring at us. After a few minutes of standing in confusion, the other employee who we encountered prior began arguing with this one, in front of the guests waiting for food, leaving us in a very awkward position. Only after the employee was scolded by his coworker was our order officially taken down. Once we received our food we sat at the few tables Ninos had to enjoy our meal. Throughout our dinner the two workers remained arguing with each other, outwardly discussing staffing issues and leaving us to feel unwelcome. Upon leaving, we packed up our leftovers and returned to the counter in search of a bag to place our food in. When asking the staff for a bag, we were thrown a stack of paper bags and told to take what we needed. Since the bag looked to be on the smaller end, we asked if this bag would fit the aluminum tray of food that we had leftover, to which the staff replied "I don't know, go figure it out for yourself." The food was decent, the pizza was crispy but nothing to write home about. During the time we dined in the options for pizza were a bit limited (understandably). The penne vodka was just okay, we felt as if it was pretty bland and heavy on the cream. The best thing consumed here was the Philly cheesesteak - messy and cheesy in the best way, but also lacking flavor and could have used a sharper cheese or even some salt. The bread was fresh and soft, which would be great for other hero sandwiches they serve. With the food being mediocre and the service horrific, we definitely did not feel welcome when dining in here. Throwing items at customers seems to be a common activity here, along with dismissive remarks and constant arguing between the staff making you feel as if you've intruded on personal matters. If the service were better my group would have considered returning, but this experience has left a bad taste in our mouths overall.

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Sizzle n' Slice

5.0(3 reviews)

2.5 mi

Came back here for a second time and they hold up. They're SO GOOD…read more Best buffalo chicken pizza. They make the buffalo sauce in house. Staff super friendly. Cute decor.

Oh boy, their pepperoni with hot honey was amazing. The mozzarella sticks were super fresh. The…read morewings were terrific and my husband ate them so darn quickly. Poof! Gone! lol!! There's a great selection here. And service was friendly. I felt like we were welcomed and appreciated.

Supreme pizza and plain

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Francesco's Pizzeria & Restaurant

4.4(275 reviews)

5.9 mi

The food is very good and Eugene is a very polite and professional delivery person who sets up…read moreeverything. He is very thorough and prompt.

Steak pizza Chicken Pizza…read moreChicken Parmesan Sandwich Definitely recommend Francesco's Pizzeria! You'll tell others and be back!

Grilled Vegetable Panini

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Maria's Pizza & Subs

3.8(115 reviews)

1.9 mi

I've been passing this place for years but never had a chance to stop here. My neighbor and I were…read moreout and she suggested coming here. I will say the pizza was amazing! The inside is small and they are hustling with deliveries. I can see why. Great prices, friendly service. Good location. Parking in back. Can't wait to come back.

Another place I went to after seeing a one bite review, and I personally think the pizza is a lot…read morebetter than the score it was given! Always have to get a plain slice as the base to judge off of and their plain slice was amazing. Then also got a pepperoni Margherita slice which was recommended by the guy working the counter and that was a great option. Small old school joint that definitely gets busy on Friday and Saturdays in the fall for Rutgers games! Employees were all super nice and helpful and asked what I thought of the pizza. They chatted with me a lot about the history of the place and all the good specialty slices they have that are a little different than normal pizza places. Definitely recommend stopping in and trying one of their specialty slices!

Honey Roni Pizza

Supposed to be a pepperoni bar pie.. only a few pieces of pepperoni though..

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Buffalo Chicken Pizza

Mancini Pizza

4.0(622 reviews)

3.7 mi

We were looking for pizza that was decent before heading back to DE and chose Mancini's to try. We…read moregot way better than decent, the pizza was amazing! The crust was crisp and light, and the sauce was very fresh and very flavorful. We got the Margherita, a white slice and 2 cheese slices. Our 2 granddaughters ate every bit of their slices. We are hooked! Next trip to South River will include a stop at Mancini's.

My company gets this pizza every saturday. And I do mean every, every single saturday. I dread…read morecoming in on Saturdays if I don't bring my own food because I know I'm going to get soggy, tangy and carelessly made pizza. Frozen buffalo wings from a bag, wraps that you need a gallon of water next to you to wash down and salad dressings straight From - The - Jug. I see the receipt every week so I know the profit must be Nearing 85%. What shitty pizza.

Greek Salad

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Biggie's Slice House

4.0(4 reviews)

2.4 mi

The pizza was okay, but I would not visit again based on the hours of operation. I'm normally in…read morethis area in the morning and early afternoon, and they do not open until 2 pm. One time I was parked out front because I forgot that they only opened after two, and the gentleman walked from across the street and unlocked the doors and turned the lights on at 2:01pm and I did not see any pizza ready. I was already crunched for time, so I did not even bother getting out of the car to ask if they had any slices ready. So it probably would not be best to go when they first open. However, I do think it's great that they stay open for late night eats. I placed my order online about 20 minutes before I arrived, but when I got there, it was not ready. The gentleman only put my slices in the oven after I told him that I placed an online order, which kind of defeated the purpose of me ordering ahead because I did not want to wait. But it did seem like he was there solo, and he very was nice. I ordered a slice of the "SPICY SALT AND PEPPA-RONI" and the "RANCH IT LIKE IT'S HOT." I would have liked more of the toppings on the "RANCH IT LIKE IT'S HOT" slice and a thicker dough. The base sauces also didn't have much of a presence. I tend to prefer my sauce on the sweeter side, or at least savory with a hint of sweet, but I could barely taste it. The crust was also a little too thin. I ordered two slices and still had room for more, whereas I'm usually full or at least more satisfied after two slices. One of the pizzas, I believe the SPICY SALT AND PEPPA-RONI, was spicy, and I was not a fan of that. I honestly just wanted a regular pepperoni slice, but went for whatever pepperoni option they had listed. I love the originality of the pizza names! When I ordered online, plain pepperoni was not listed as an option, so I just assumed they didn't have it. However, when I went in to pick up my order, I saw that they did have regular pepperoni slices available. I probably would have preferred that over the SPICY SALT AND PEPPA-RONI. Personally, I would not revisit, because I think there are better pizza options along Easton Ave.

White pizza slice was ok, def wish it had more garlic. And if shrimp could be added as a topping…read morewould be awesome! Otherwise I liked the thin crust and ricotta on it for very good price. Oh! Also could sides of marinara be offered on delivery? Would be awesome!

Interior with some of the pizza names

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Interior with some of the pizza names

Sal's Pizza

4.1(55 reviews)

2.0 mi

I used the app Slice to order our food. It came promptly and food was warm. They are the local…read morepizza spot at our complex so I had to try it out. Very solid place and I will order from them again. What I ordered: - Buffalo wings - Cheese pizza - Philly cheesesteak The wings aren't my favorite but they had good flavor. They are the typical pizza spot wings that are a little breaded so they get a little soggy. I just prefer my wings more crispy but they were tasty. Pizza was good, I always order a cheese pizza if I'm ordering somewhere for the first time. It is my baseline and they nailed it. The Philly cheesesteak was also good, it hit the spot.

This was our first time getting takeout from Sal's. And I have never eaten 4 slices of pizza so…read morefast in my life!! This pizzeria is a must try. And if you go, you must try their pizza. Plus, their cheesesteak hoagies are excellent, too.

Buffalo chicken pizza

Bench seats on the back side

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Pizza display

Margarita Pizzeria & Restaurant

3.7(36 reviews)

1.9 mi

If you told me this place secretly pipes in water straight from New York City just to make their…read moredough, I would 100% believe you. Because this pizza? It's on that level. I'm from North Jersey, so I don't throw around pizza praise lightly. We take our pizza seriously up there, and this spot is right up there with the best of them. Honestly, it gives NYC a real run for its money. The crust is perfect, the sauce is rich and balanced, and everything just tastes incredibly fresh. Every single item I've tried has been out of this world delicious. And it's not just the pizza. The pasta is just as impressive. You can tell everything is made with care, not rushed, not generic. It actually tastes like someone in the kitchen knows exactly what they're doing. When you find a spot this good, you stick with it. If you're anywhere near North Brunswick, do yourself a favor and go. Just be warned, it might ruin other pizza for you. I dream about Margarita's pizza.

Good food great service. Always very friendly service! Baked ziti taste's homemade! Large plain pie…read morewith extra cheese just right. Excellent job for a Friday night. Most places rush orders on Friday. Not Margarita. Ambiance is that old school pizza shop feel. Sort of dim lighting. Older couple at the counter having conversation. Another gentleman always there with a smile doing a little bit of everything. Moved from Northern NJ some time ago and it's been a struggle to find really good pizza and pasta. Margarita feels close to home. Thank you Margarita!

The Works!

Entrance, plenty of seating

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Plenty of seating

Roberto's Pizza Restaurant

2.8(48 reviews)

1.1 mi

This was some of the worst pizza I've had in a while. They have 2 categories of pizza- gourmet and…read morespecialty. I figured I'd try 1 of each and got 2 medium pies. It's the same pizza, and they are both not good. The crust was chewy, limp, and tasted like nothing. The bbq chicken was also flavorless. The only good thing was that each slice had a good amount of toppings- but that didn't help the flavorless sauce, crust and cheese. Just a no for me.

Great pizza! We love their pizza and look forward to trying their other dishes. They are always so…read morenice when we're picking up a quick dinner.

White with broccoli :)

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Deep dish delights :)

B2 Bistro + Bar

3.7(514 reviews)

1.9 mi

Let me start by saying I've tried to go to B2 Bistro several times, but I can never seem remember…read morethat I need to make a reservation because they are POPPIN on a Friday or Saturday night. I called on a Sunday evening and to my surprise...NO WAIT! We arrived around 7:45 pm and had a table immediately. There are lots of tables indoors and also a pretty large outdoor section as well. I peeped a private room as well for events, which is good to know. The inside gives a rustic vibe, but a bit more elevated. We realized that they have Happy Hour all day on Sunday, so I grabbed one of their many beer options and my girlfriend chose their $7 Margarita. We also ordered their handmade mozzarella sticks to start, which were absolutely amazing. Crisped to perfection and a flavorful sauce on the side. For our main meals, I decided on the B2 Wings with Old Bay and she had the fish tacos. The wings came out nice and crispy, so I will definitely have to try their Mojito wings the next time we stop in. The fish tacos were generously portioned and also very fresh and tasty. I can't wait to stop back and try more food! I'll have to remember to plan ahead with a reservation for a Friday or Saturday, haha

B2's food and drinks have consistently been great, and the atmosphere is relaxed but slightly…read moreelevated - that's why I keep coming back! I've been here around 7 times so far, and it's been great every time. The speed of service does slow down a little bit on very busy nights, but that's expected at a casual eatery. They have great happy hour specials, and everything we've ever tried from the main menu has been spot on. The pizzas are wood-fired to perfection, the sandwiches are delicious, and their salads are super fresh. During our most recent visit, the happy hour mozzarella sticks and Old Bay wings were a hit! Crispy and perfectly flavored. They have ample seating in the indoor dining room, and also have a lovely outdoor seating area with a view of Farrington Lake!

Latitude Roll

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John M.

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11 years ago

By far my favorite pizzeria in the North Brunswick area! Although this is a small place, It's huge on quality and flavor! From the freshness of the ingredients to the smiling and welcoming faces behind the counter, this place is one of my favorites. As mentioned in other reviews, their pizza margherita is to die for. I usually ask for a little extra sauce on the pie because it's just that good. They do a few select sandwiches, salads and entrees as well. This is a small place with minimal indoor seating, but that doesn't stop people from cramming in to grab slices on the go. The other day I went outside the normal margherita pie and was craving a CBR (chicken bacon ranch) pie. My brother wanted a Sicilian style pie so we compromised and Cristo's whipped together a Sicilian crust with CRB toppings. WOW! Check out the pic of this pie! All in all, this is my go to pizza place as they use the freshest ingredients, they have very creative pizzas, and they're very welcoming. read more

Edwardo R.

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6

11 years ago

This is still my favorite pizzeria in and around town. They always have fresh pizza and great dinners. Their rice balls are amazing and they have all different kinds too. Today I had a cheesesteak rice ball and it was to die for. They also had a dessert slice with Nutella, strawberries and bananas. It was out of this world! These guys are doing an excellent job. If you haven't been there yet, I suggest you check them out! read more

Alan A.

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14

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11 years ago

I like this place a lot. Went to get a couple of pizzas and some hot sandwiches for the basketball play off game. I also got a few garlic knots. The garlic knots are probobly the best i have ever had. I usualy like to dip them in sauce, but these are amazing on their own. All the food was super fresh and delicious. My kids and I loved the food and will be going back! read more

Dani C.

69

3

12 years ago

OMG AMAZING!!! Pizza is not only great tasting but each ingredient is so fresh and they do not hold back like other places do. My pie was chuck full of toppings. I also love that they are constantly adding to their menu. The fact that they have free delivery is also great. I love that they have pizza for me and wings for my man..we always agree to get Cristo's read more

Chris P.

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12 years ago

I came here with my kids to grab some lunch and was very impressed. We spoke to Franco, the owner, and he was very knowlegable and professional. I am 100% Italian and it was nice to finally speak some Italian to an Italian restaurant owner. I would definitely recommend this place to my friends and family. If you have any special requests, just ask for Franco! read more

Larry A.

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1

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12 years ago

My company ordered lunch from here and we were really impressed with the sandwiches. They serve a couple of sandwich staples which we found delicious. We will be ordering more sandwiches in the future. Also, the pizza was also really good. read more

Mike K.

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4

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6 years ago

This very well may be the worst Pizza in the state of New Jersey the sauce is very acidy when you attempt to pick up the pizza it just folds in half not a good pizza read more

Marilyn Z.

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1

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10 years ago

Staff is friendly, place is clean, food is super good!

Chuck P.

14

51

68

11 years ago

Like the eggplant parm pizza slice..

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I'm torn on this place. On one hand, the pizza is tasty and there are plenty of seating options. On…read morethe other hand, there are no prices on the menu board and the two older gentlemen working there were not welcoming. Maybe they are happier to serve locals. I'm not really sure...

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