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    Famous Ray's Pizza

    3.7 (379 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    FAMOUS RAY'S PIZZA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Disappointing slice of mushroom and sausage
    Kelly D.

    Ordered a mushroom and sausage slice. Even though I watched them take it out of the oven, it tasted like it hadn't been properly heated-it was barely warm. When I opened the box in the car, I was hit with an odd smell that didn't resemble pizza at all. I almost went back, but instead, I just discarded the slice. The woman who assisted me was kind and friendly, which was the one positive. However, her coworker (who seemed to be the cook) did not display a high level of hygiene. The service was great, but the pizza and kitchen standards were not. I won't be returning.

    Mark C.

    I ordered a sicilian pizza, which is their biggest size, with two toppings. It cost $31.61. There are 16 square slices and 4 slices are enough to get you full. The crust wasn't very good. The overall pizza taste and service was average.

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    Jeff H.

    There is no other place in Phoenix to buy pizza since Casanova Brothers Pizza closed in Mesa. Casanova was always a second choice to Ray's for me. GREAT NEW YORK STYLE PIZZA, in a New York environment. Being a NYer I am totally at home here and I try to bring my out of town guests here. The pizza is traditional NY style with a great taste. If you like Pepsi, their mixture of syrup and carbonated water is perfect.

    Two slices of pepperoni pizza with garlic powder and pepper flakes.

    Rays at 3rd St and Bell is my go to pizza place for slices. It has always been consistent and excellent for years. I'm leaving for a 4 month trip and needed a pizza fix.

    Ham & Onion pizza (my wife's favorite) from Famous Rays on Bell in Phoenix

    Absolutely the best family pizza joint in the neighborhood. Even on a Sunday night with no football, they whip out a delicious Ham & Onion pizza. The crust is the best we've found since NYPD dropped their standards years ago. I highly recommend this family owned business. THANK YOU for another GREAT pizza!

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    10 years ago

    Loved the pizza: the crust especially!! Hot wings were freaking amazing, everything I was looking for in taste and spice!

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    12 years ago

    Ray's Has Some Of The Best Pizza I Have Had In A While. Great Toppings, Not Greasy. I Will Be Returning For More, Also Great Prices!!

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    11 years ago

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    9 years ago

    One of our favorite places to get pizza! Always fast, friendly service, and the food as never disappointed. The white pizza is to die for

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    9 years ago

    I go to another's rays pizza because every time I come here customer service is terrible and the servers and cashier aren't very nice

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    10 years ago

    Ordered 1-2. On the ago. Toppings had fallen to one side, leaving the other without and so expensive. Not worth it.

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    13 years ago

    Love the pizza and the staff. The gravy could use some work. I'm a regular and it's the only place I'll get down home local (to me) pizza.

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    11 years ago

    Pretty awful. Might work if you've never been to New York/ tasted pizza before. canned mushrooms got no place on a pizza in 2015 America

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    8 years ago

    Great New York pizza with a touch of the attitude - but I like that. Kids thought it was just okay. Will definitely be back

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    11 years ago

    Finally, a pizza joint that has good pizza and beef pepperoni! You can't go wrong with that combo.

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    10 years ago

    I really like this place. I'm from New Jersey and it's hard finding an authentic place around here. Great food and people

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    7 years ago

    This has to be be the best PIZZA in Phoenix. Service is stellar. Wings are PERFECT too.

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    16 years ago

    Excellent pizza and fantastic selection of Italian food. Prices are wonderful as well.

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    Update: Recent full remodel bumps this pizza gem to 5 stars. Famous Ray's is THE BEST.

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    10 years ago

    Great tasting pizza! Excellent food. I highly recommend it. New York style pizza. The best pizza in this area by a long shot!

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    11 years ago

    Owner was nice. Pizza was good but not great. Fortunately had a yelp coupon which make it a great deal. Good experience but not a do over.

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    9 years ago

    Coming from Chicago, pizza is like my one thing I'm picky about. Ray's never let me down no matter which location I go to.

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    13 years ago

    I LOVE their pizza! It is lightyears away from the chains and the family owned atmosphere is awesome. Also the slices are HUGE!

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