Fredi has the best pizza in Michigan. The guy is an artist and his pizza is his masterpiece. The crust is firm, crunchy, and flavorful and bready but light. The sauce is tart and a little sweet and there are small chunks of tomatoes here and there which infuse even more flavor with each bite. If you hold up a slice for a little CSI: Pizza action, you're going to see a firm "V" shape on the side profile with a slight bend towards the tip of the slice. As far as I'm concerned, the classics are the way to go. I would say "The Don" is the overall crowd pleaser with a little more cheese than the basic pep but I think I've permanently been converted to the "Moe Greene". It's simple, there's plenty of cheese, and you get to really enjoy the bread and sauce. The "Fredo" is also good if you want something a little different. It has a small dusting of hot sauce and a generous amount of diced chicken and a drizzling of ranch. The chicken and hot sauce are well balanced so you don't feel like you're chugging a bottle of Franks with your pizza. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They've added outdoor seating since opening, the indoor wait area can get a little crowded, the wait times can be a little long during peak hours, and the drive to Melvindale isn't short.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] All those caveats aside, it's absolutely worth the trip and the wait. read more

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My family are big fans of thin crust New York style pizzas. As soon as I saw a pic of the pizza at Fredi the PizzaMan, I knew we had to try it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a small restaurant but runs pretty efficiently.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]There aren't a lot of great seating options, so I think carryout is probably the way to go here.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Or else arrive at opening or go during a non-holiday period. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place, despite the size, has a lot of personality and clearly a lot of repeat customers.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]In my short visit, I saw several people borrow one of the silver sharpies on the counter to write a message on the bricks, walls, counter, etc. The whole restaurant is covered with people's graffiti, which is kind of great because it just shows how much it is loved that people want to be part of it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Staff was very helpful and friendly. I ordered a medium pepperoni pizza, which was big enough to feed three people with light appetites. All three of us were very pleased with the quality and quantity of the pepperoni. The pizza was also served with fresh basil, which is a very nice touch. I personally think the crust and sauce could be a bit more flavorful, but it was still a very good pizza overall. I highly recommend Fredi the PizzaMan but caution that there might be a bit of a wait and/or lines. read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Medium pepperoni pizza - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

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The line is absolutely insane. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This place is dirty and the line just to order is ridiculous.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Cheap ingredients. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The pace is VERY dirty to add insult to injury.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Not impressed at all. read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Dollar store pizza. - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

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Keep hearing about this place from everyone about being one of the best pizza in metro Detroit. Menu is simple. Pizza is thin and crispy, has a good char on the bottom to give additional flavor. Ingredients are fresh, pizza doesn't feel greasy or heavy even with pepperoni Ravioli is good too. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Since it is so popular and the restaurant is small. It does get crowded pretty quick.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Delicious pizza that's made fresh by Fredi himself! Everyone here is so kind and the food comes out really quick. Great pizza, would definitely recommend to anyone. read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

[[HIGHLIGHT]]I love the atmosphere of this place, was excited to try it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Flat out, it's legit.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I've had pizza all over the US, and this ranks ahead of most - including Some well known pizza places. Took a number, ordered, and it came out fairly quick despite being busy. Everyone was super nice, but at the end of the day - the pizza is the real star. read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

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I had the Margherita and the classic cheese. The sauce was very nice, with a fresh, vibrant tomato flavor. The other elements; cheese, basil, were all good. It was certainly high quality pizza, however the crust was too well done. It was crunchy all around, and the char overpowered all of the other flavors. Crust should be crisp, airy, and with a nice chew. I believe the pizza I was served was an outlier, so i will be going back for another review. read more

Magical pizza. So freaking good. Best neopolitan style pie in metro Detroit. Grab a ticket and wait until they call you to order. Just Fredi and his assistant slinging pies and baking them to perfection in an ancient pizza oven. No frills, just good pizza. Expect to wait, but it's worth it on every level. Fredi has a great charity that equips sensory rooms around the state. Top of its class pizza from Fredi, a class act. It doesn't get better than this! read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Fredi and Izzo.....Go Green! - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

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First off let me start by saying this is not my 1st rodeo at this establishment. As an avid fan of Fredi's style of pizza I would have to say these two pies were delicious, but definitely not my go-tos. If you enjoy no cheese pizza (which I sadly found out I did not) then try the New Haven. Despite no cheese it had a nice crunch to it and the sauce was fire so I will give it that. Now where shall I begin on the Johnny Ola. This thing was crafted with care. The white pizza game here went crazy for real and the spinach was top notch quality not that bunk stuff you find at Meijer. [[HIGHLIGHT]]As for the ambiance of the location let's just say it is always packed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They opened at 2pm , and people were already there at 1:45pm so that threw me off. It took almost an hour to order because there was a lot of families ahead of me but if you are willing to wait you will not be disappointed. Definitely a gem in Melvindale because before Fredi The PizzaMan you would never catch me out there doing anything. I will for sure be back, again! read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Johnny Ola - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

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I wanted to like this more. Don't get me wrong. It's good. It's more than good. It was not great though. You better have some spare time because it could take some time to get your food. They have a ticket system and all orders are placed in person. We probably waited 20 or so minutes to order (about 1:00 on a weekday) and another 15-20 for the food. We got two larges. The first was a custom pepperoni, sausage, and mushroom and the second was The Don. The Don was good. Crust had good flavor and toppings were good. The free house ranch was very good. The custom pizza has potential to be great due to the taste of the flavors, but it was so floppy and almost impossible to eat the whole slice with one hand. I'm not sure if this was a fluke or if they are always floppy. Perhaps, I'll ask for it well done next time. Respect to Fredi for all he does (was cool seeing him making the pizzas) and a return visit is currently being looked at. read more

I came here with my sisters a few days ago and I had a good time overall. We came in at 3:30ish and there was a sign that they were low on pizzas already. I got nervous because I know the hype around this place. We go in get a number and then order maybe 2 or 3 minutes later. I ask her what's available and she said everything so I was really confused. I was still confused because online it says I can still order plain slices but you can't anymore. I ordered the hot honey pizza but not the one on the left side of the menu. I dont know, I got the one with pepperoni on it. I also asked for a cheese pizza and she asked me if I wanted to do half cheese and half pepperoni... I thought she meant for the hot honey but it wasn't. I ended up getting two pizzas which was fine. Just confusing. Overall, pizza was good. The crust was really burnt on both honestly but the flavor was good. It burnt all of our mouths. My sister's roof of her mouth was so burnt that it peeled... I'd never seen that before. Just be careful and don't feel bad to ask the person taking your order questions. It can feel really overwhelming. read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Hot honey pizza with pepperoni - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

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Really enjoyed our lunch at Fredi's! The place is busy and we had a short wait. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Once we got in, we were able to sit at a table and eat.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The pizza was great. My only regret was that I didn't order more! Also, special shout out to Fredi for all he does to support people with Autism in our schools and around metro Detroit.0 read more

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What makes this place different from the other places is the quality of the dough and cook of it. They make a good undercarriage and crust that is crispy and has a good bite too it. Fredi also doesn't skimp out on the cheese as the it's loaded with it. I tried "the don" and Clemenza. I preferred the clemenza as it was a lot lighter and balanced pizza compared to the don which felt very heavy for me but was good for only a slice of so. However if you like a meaty filling pizza it's a great choice. read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Clemenza - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

We've been coming for years, and it just gets better with time. Fredi is always present making exceptional pizza. The service is solid, with each person staying on top of their specific tasks. They treat everyone well and keep the pace moving. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Over time the seating has shifted, patios have been added and are continually improved.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Every time we have family or friends in town this is a must stop and what they ask for on every visit. read more

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There's a reason Portnoy said they're the best in Detroit. That's probably because they're the best in Detroit. Being a Philly native I know my pizza. Fredi is the real deal. I've tried a lot of Pizza in Michigan so far nothing that comes close. read more

Looking at the pizza fresh out of the oven I was convinced it'd be a 5 star experience. Well, pretty close. Toppings are good quality, menu is appropriately limited without silly stuff (though I'd love to find an artisan pizza place that hasn't succumbed to hot honey). It's the crust that falls flat for me. They do a great job getting a bubble and char, but the dough itself is bland and cracker-like. I wish it were sourdough, or even a higher hydration % and a longer ferment, with some more salt. In fact, the plain margherita pizza, with its dusting of Parmigiano, was a little better than the pepperoni-sausage-mushroom, because that cheese adds some needed salt and umami. It's still very good pizza, and in Melvindale, of all places. And as an independent restaurant offering good product at a fair price, it deserves your business. read more

I walked in and was immediately greeted and told to take a number. I was told that someone would be with me when my number was called. This is similar to your deli counter at the supermarket. A short time later, I placed an order for a cheese pizza. This is a pro move because you get to see how the crust, sauce, and cheese actually taste versus how they are masked with all the toppings. When I ordered it, the cheese pizza came out blazing hot. If you like light pizza with great cheese and sauce, this is the place to be. The pizza was also thin and crispy. If you like that style of pizza, this is for you. It tasted so good and was so light that I was able to finish it by myself. He came back again at night, when he was not busy but about 15 minutes before he closed. He allowed us to order two pizzas. I ordered the cheese and also the Margaritta Pizza. The cheese was just as fresh, hot, and just as good as my first time. The Margarita Pizza was not my favorite. He for sure has the consistency, which is why I gave it five stars. If you happen to be in the area, stop in; it is worth it! read more

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I learned about Fredi the pizza man a few years ago and have always wanted to try it. I live on the total opposite side of town but decided today was the day to give it a shot. You pull a ticket when you walk in the door and place your order up at the counter. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The tables are large and have benches to sit on.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The walls are covered with pictures of celebrities and sports players that have enjoyed Fredi's pizza over the years.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The menu is on the wall written on a chalkboard and there is graffiti al over that has been written my customers. I got a Apollonia with hot honey, a Joey zaza triple pepperoni and an order of the goulash. Dave "El Presidente Portnoy gave Fredi's pizza an 8.7 and said it was "undoubtedly the best pizza in Detroit" and I couldn't agree more. Everything was delicious and my only regret is that I didn't try it out years ago when I first heard about it. read more

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Pepperoni and Hot Honey Pizza (4/5): There wasn't anything that particularly wowed me, but this was a very solid pizza with good cheese, good sauce, and a good crust. I liked how thin the crust was on the bottom of the pizza, but the actual crust part was too crunchy (probably my fault during the reheat). The hot honey was pretty subtle, but added a nice hint of sweetness. Sausage and Spinach Pizza (3/5): The pizza itself was good, but I wasn't a fan of the sausage and spinach.  *I tried this reheated at home instead of fresh from the restaurant. RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this) read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - 1/2 Reheated Pepperoni+Hot Honey Pizza 1/2 Sausage+Spinach Pizza - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

Check Google maps to make sure they open before you go. No call in orders. Take a number. The pizza is worth the wait. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The dining room is small it has 2 tables and chairs along the walls with seating outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Cheese, Pepperoni, bacon, hamburger, onion, bell pepper, mushrooms & basil leaves . Made my way. Fredi's Special Pizza - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

Hands down the best New York style pizza in Detroit. Slices aren't truly New York size but the taste and texture is the same. Crispy bottom but still just enough dough on top to carry the sauce, cheese, pepperoni, and thin enough to fold. Goulash is tasty and comforting also, but the pizza steals the show, The wait is long due to the # of customers. Space inside is small, so grab a seat if you can get one and be prepared to wait a little, it's worth it. read more

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First time visiting Fredi The PizzaMan but had read the reviews in advance so we somewhat prepared. Take a number when you first walk in and wait to be called. That is when you place your order ... read the chalkboard menu while you wait. They close early too (6PM on the day we went) so plan ahead! We ordered a basic cheese pizza (mix of fresh mozzarella and other cheeses) and a cheese calzone but will try a Margherita pizza (fresh mozzarella) next time. The calzone is very flat as compared to what most are used to but excellent! The pizza is comparable to New York and New Haven style ... thin and crispy. Highly recommend! And of course we left our mark on the wall read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Markers available at the counter - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

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Amazing pizza, i never taste as delicious as this pizza before. They don't orders over the phone. When you go grab a number and wait till they call you. The owner makes certain number of pizza per day and when it's finished, no more pizza available so go early and expect to wait 30 min. It really worth every minute you wait for read more

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This is the perfect definition of hole in the wall. This pizza is so worth the wait! If you plan on going for dinner be sure to go early enough because once they run out of pizza dough for the day that's it's & unfortunately will have to turn people away. The service is extremely fast and the food is so fresh. They are very efficient with serving those who are dining in and to go orders! It's very small inside so if you have a larger group I would recommend to go! You can see them making the pizza right in front of you ensuring freshness!! Every time I'm in Michigan this will be a stop on my visit. I highly recommend Fredi The PizzaMan for some yummy food. We got a large pizza half and half - cheese and pepperoni with hot honey which I highly recommend! read more

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Can't really add much to what's already been said. Thin crust pizza with a fantastic crunch, friendly service, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]will sell out before 6pm.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small inside so expect to get cozy or sit outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Absolutely worth the visit! read more

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One of the best pizza I had in a long time. From Southern California but love pizza from Boston and New York. I would have given this pizza a 8.9. Service was fine and the pizza come out with quick. read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

Nice casual pizza place. I literally had never heard of this place until this week when my coworker highly recommended the joint. I love a good hand tossed pizza so I definitely enjoyed this pizza! I don't have much experience with NY style pizza, but I'd say it's pretty good! Definitely worth a stop by if you are in the area. read more

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This place lives up to the hype!! First of all, I respect Fredi's insistence on not sacrificing quality in order to make more money. The restaurant is only open on certain days so check their hours to make sure they are open. There will be a line, but it doesn't take too long. And the wait is worth it!! Crust is slightly crispy and the sauce is delicious!! The mozzarella is first rate and the toppings were fresh and great quality. There are a few tables inside and a nice outdoor patio. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is an old school, traditional pizza place with friendly staff and patrons.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's a great time!! Go here but get here early as they also close early if they run out of supplies. read more

Stopped in on a whim on the way home from the airport as we're not from this side of town, and wanted something that we wouldn't normally get. Parking is VERY limited, and we ended up on the street a bit down the block. Walking up to the building smelled AMAZING! The interior is very small, but has seating for quite literally just a few people. I've seen pictures with different seating arrangements and I'd say 10-12 people could be accommodated at a time when we were last here. A charming spot for sure. Pick a number and place your order! Picked up two cokes and a large pepperoni and cheese. It wasn't too busy, and our order was ready within 10 minutes or so and we had a few slices in before taking the rest home. Love the addition of fresh basil on the pie. The pizza itself is super thin, crispy and chewy with a little bit of char. PERFECT! Always love the cupping pepperoni, and I could tell the cheese was of good quality as it wasn't overly greasy and had a really nice flavor. This has great texture and great flavor. An excellent pizza! If I'm not getting Detroit Style, THIS is my favorite type of pizza and Fredi the PizzaMan is KILLING it! Also, note that there are signs that clearly state open until 5 OR UNTIL SOLD OUT. I can see them selling out quite often, so get here early. read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Peperoni & Cheese! - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

What can you say about the perfect pie? The place is small and feels like your mommas kitchen with three uncles sitting next to you.. but also feels like home. Dave Portnoy said it best "best pizza in Detroit". Get there early, cause when it's gone the doors shut. read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Hot cheese and crispy crust.. what's not to love? - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

The best pizza in the state of Michigan As it touched my tongue the flavor hit me and I fell in love. read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

Ordered the Santino and Regular margherita pizza and both were fantastic. The pizza dough/crust was just the right amount of crispy. Friendly service too. Definitely recommend. read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Santino, margherita in back - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

Heard about this place from the famous Dave portnoy. Lets be honest... truly amazing crispy pizza. Ive been oddly craving crispy pizza and this place delivers!. Im just a random guy who lives an 1 hr and 20 mins away. Worth the drive. Worth every penny. My only complaint is I myself live far away cuz all I wanna do is eat this pizza. I plan to go here at least 1 - 2 times a year and make it a tradition to enjoy this pizza !!. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small location so of course please give this place benefit of doubt and have patience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] !! 10/10 amazing read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

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Best pizza in Detroit hands down. Get there early , I showed up 7 mins after opening and regretted that. Was worth the wait. An easy 8.8

Amongst our adventures in Detroit, we landed at Fredi The PizzaMan. You know the place is the real deal when the hours are they close when they are sold out. I love it. In the inside of the shop, it's a pure mural of signatures of all the visitors to this restaurant. Service was excellent and efficient. It's a take a number and wait to be called system. To go one step further, the owner makes his rounds and talks to EVERYONE while they are enjoying their meal. That's a rarity these days. We got the Portney Special which was a traditional, round, cheese pie with fresh basil. The crust was amazing. Perfectly done and the crisp was earth shattering. The sauce was very flavorful and the cheese ratio was perfect. Not your traditional Detroit pie but I would put this up against any of the top NY Pizza Spots. Friendly and phenomenal food. Don't snooze on this one! read more

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We got take out. Not easy to get if you live out of town but good new york style pizza is hard to find in these parts. You cannot call. You cannot order online. They do take card. This is a no frills high quality pizza establishment. The pizza had some flop towards the center and more structure with a bubbly crust towards the edge. This is how I like my pizza. The ratios of stuff on top to bread were just right. The sauce was tomato and garlic forward, with a little acidic bite. I don't like when pizza places sweeten their red sauce. Overall, yes, I would return. I can't wait to try it fresh in person without the pizza making the journey home. read more

This pizza was pretty, pretty, pretty good. I have read reviews for this place off and on for a while now, but living in the east side, we don't get over to that side of town often. Decided to stop as we were headed home U of M. Great decision! We ordered two pies, both "Margarita" style (fresh mozzarella instead of shredded). My husbands with pepperoni and mine with black and green olives. Pizza was cooked fast and was smoking hot! This pizza was so hot that I am pretty sure I could have drive all the way home (East side) and it would have still been hot! We ate outside on a picnic table and had to wait for it to cool down. This is a delightfully thin crust - if you're looking for thicker or "normal" crust this ain't it. It was thin, crispy and perfect charred. Burned my darn mouth cause it smelled so mouthwatering and I couldn't even wait for it to cool! Pepperoni seemed to be the "cupping" style on my husband's pizza which he said was great. The green olives on my pizza were not the typical canned olives. I think they were Castelvetrano which I happen to love. The workers were very very nice, and I love that this pizza place really supports autism. I would totally stop at this place again! I can't wait to try the "regular" New York style with shredded cheese. Give it a shot! It was damn delicious! read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - Margarita with black and green olives - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan

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Pretty particular about my pizza. Have been trying to get here for some time. Was not disappointed. At all. Pizza is solid. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place is pretty cool.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] And the service was no-nonsense... but friendly. Will be back read more

Get ready for the best pizza in Michigan. It truly is in my opinion. So how it works is, you go in and take a number. It is so busy that this is the only way they can handle that much business. Take a number and wait until your number is called, then they take your order. After they take your order, it is ready in 15 minutes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The place isn't big, so when a seat opens up take it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This is a true old school pizza place. Pictures all over the place and everyone in there is patiently waiting for their pizza. The staff does a great job of getting people in and out and keeping it clean with that much foot traffic. The pizza itself, is amazing. I ordered the margarita and a pepperoni pizza. Both were fantastic. The crust is thin and crispy, the sauce is a true old school pizza sauce. You just have to try it. Just know you will have to wait, but it's worth the wait. read more

Great pizza and the goulash was great too. Have been wanting to stop in for a while but with the limited hours i had to wait to a off day. The service was great as well very happy to have gone read more

Fredi The PizzaMan - The Portnoy and Goulash. - Italian Near Me - Melvindale, Michigan