I went to New York to search for a NY slice and I tried several items but nothing came close to Fresca. I tried 3 spots in nyc that were recommended in eater, such a disappointment. I even asked a fellow new jersey friend and they also recommended Fresca. Huge tip, if you can wait for a fresh slice please do. It's so worth it. Make sure to drench it out in that delicious green garlicky oil. It's a take out place mostly with a few seats. It's a legendary spot for torontos pizza scene. read more

The saying "Don't judge a book by it's cover" aptly describes Fresca Pizza & Pasta. From the decrepit looking building (both inside and outside) to the expressionless, unfriendly and uncommunicative owner and staff, you will be having second thoughts of entering the restaurant. But don't let these things deter you as Fresca is one of the best New York style pizza in downtown Toronto. At $4 a slice it's also one of the cheapest and largest in size. Fresca's NY style pizza is simple and straightforward. Pizza is not drenched with sauce and just the right cheese proportion. The crust is thin and crispy on the edges yet soft and flexible enough to be folded in half to eat. Tried 3 different pizza slices - Deluxe, Hawaiian and Pepperoni and my fave is the Deluxe. I normally don't like onions on my pizza but surprisingly enjoyed it in Fresca's Deluxe pizza as it lends a salty-sweetness flavour. read more

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Walking into this establishment, there's a short line of customers, busy workers and a glass counter where you can see the pizza slice options. I got the cheese slide topped with a couple leaves of Basil. Ordering was quick and the wait for the slice to heat up in the over was ~5 minutes. We were luck enough to be able to grab a table as the place was packed. There were about 10 or so tables and a washroom in the back. It was pretty hot inside with the oven on and felt like the kind of place to literally grab a slice, quickly eat it and go about your day. After my slice was handed to me, I went over to the condiment section near the entrance to dab on their free haptic butter and drizzle on their hot sauce which tasted very similar to franks red hot (my fav). The slice itself was hot and crispy with was really stretchy cheese pull. The crust was crisp and thin enough for the perfect fold. And the slice was MASSIVE. It was the perfect snack and only $5! I would recommend Fresca over and over again! read more

Fresca Pizza & Pasta - Cheese slice - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I was really looking forward to this pizza. Arrived 5:45pm ish on a Friday before the rush. The pizza slices were ready within a few minutes. The ambiance is hole in the wall. Not much. The pizza wasnt as great as I was expecting...Ive found better at Nostra in Mississauga. read more

Fresca Pizza & Pasta - Margherita slice - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

This place is a gem in Toronto! I suggest visiting during off-peak hours though because it is so popular. When we went for dinner, there was a long line out the door. We waited around 20 minutes before being able to order. We initially planned to get a whole pizza, but were informed it would be an additional 30-40 minute wait. So, we opted for two slices of margherita instead. They were absolutely delicious! read more

Got a slice of pizza and it was quite literally bigger than my head! I don't know if this is more reflective of the size of the slice or the size of my head but delicious nonetheless! The pasta is also equally as delectable so you really can't go wrong! (I have yet to try the calzones though so I can't speak for them) read more

Just came from this restaurant's 5 mins ago. The place closes at 9:30 we were there at 8:45pm. Stood for 5 mins because nobody was acknowledging us only to be told "oh guys we're actually closed. We're done for the night we have no pizza left..." meanwhile there's a whole set of people inside the restaurant and bunch of pizza going into the oven. Fine these people probably got there way earlier but if you're closing at 9:30 you should at least post somewhere and say last call at 8:30 (an hour before close) so people don't bother showing up and not being served. Also from reading reviews you have to wait at least 45 mins for your pizza. Maybe I have to come as soon as they open. Not sure if I'll be back. read more

Best slice in Toronto ... My compilation of their pep and Margarita slices.... Thin.. crispy.. and always consistent...(don't forget to add their famous garlic oil and yes it's free) Best slice in Toronto!! read more

Love their crispy crust. Love everything about their pizza. It's almost reminds me of being in NYC having a NY slice of pizza. read more

Fresca Pizza & Pasta - Plenty of standing room - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

If a place looks ghetto you know damn well the food will be good. My friends from school recommended me this place. Looked grungy at first but the pizza... omg. Amazing. I had to go back in and order a pasta and another slice. They had a basil oil dip and they recommend swiping some on your pizza for added flavour and it was a good recommendation. The owners were sick, they gave me a full run down of this story and basically long story short - they fled the Vietnamese war to come here and open up a pizza shop and it was definitely eye opening to hear their triumphs. If you want to support a small Asian run business and love pizza - go here please if you're in the city! read more

I did a poll once about the best pizza in the city and this was one of the recommendations I received! I never knew how close this was to Chinatown (literally across the street from the new T&T) From the outside it looked pretty grungy and nothing special, but there were was plenty of people both inside and outside munching on pizza or waiting for pizza. I ordered a single slice and for $4 (tax included) which was such a steal and was surprised how huge the slice was. It came fresh and hot out the oven, and they had a table of condiments including this garlic pesto oil (I think) which I swiped all over the pizza, it was DELICIOUS and fragrant and very garlicky . Though it was on the oily and greasier side; the pizza was thin and crispy on the bottom. I recommend eating it quick as the crispiness on the bottom gets a bit soggy from the oils after. Delicious and cheap eats! Glad to have stumbled across this gem! read more

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Best pizza in Toronto there is no contest. None. Perfect pies and slices. I crave this everyday and have to resist read more

It was FINE... Pizza is average/mediocre. Interior is messy, place needs some cleaning and overhaul. read more

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My coworker recommended me this place as it's near work and their slices are sufficient for a single person. I got the pepperoni slice with a Diet Coke and it costed me $5.65. The price is great for a place in downtown and their service is quick! They baked the pizza in front of me so it was absolutely fresh and their pepperoni tasted great. Would definitely recommend this place!! read more

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$5 for slice basically the size of a small pizza. dominos could nevaa. It's good pizza too nice NYC type read more

Fresca Pizza & Pasta - Something about the paper plate w just a little grease seeping through (it's a good thing) - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Can't go wrong with a slice/ box of pizza from This place! Only $4 a slice and it's huge and delicious. They also offer sandwiches and other tasty options! My go to pizza spot! read more

Fresca Pizza & Pasta - Pepperoni slice - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Walked up to order and was impressed with the reasonable prices, long line (which usually is a good sign ) and fresh smell HOWEVER we were told it would take 30 minutes for our XL pizza order to be ready. Fine. happy to wait for a fresh pizza of course except that 30 minutes came and went, then 45 then we were told another 5 minutes and an hour later still DO NOT have a pizza. 2 small children bouncing off of us and crying while we're all starving was not on the menu will NEVER come here again regardless of how it tastes when if we ever get a chance to eat it at this rate. Very disappointed, dissatisfied and inconvenienced if I had known I could have bought all the ingredients at the supermarket across the street and cooked it at home myself from scratch in the same amount of time. read more

As of January 2022, their slices are $4.50, plus a surcharge of .50 cents for non-cash payment. This really makes a decent slice, less decent. Their pies are passable/decent, and they serve a decent panzerotti/calzone (and pasta, which I've never tried), so I'd say visit if you havent tried it in a while, or for immediate feasting. ----- Alternatives for slices nearby include (expect to pay +/- $5.00 per slice): Mare @ 185 Baldwin St (varied hours, decent slice) De Mario @ 253 Augusta Ave (open till 4 AM, slices stop around 11 PM) Gigi @ 189 Harbord (hit and miss) Pizza Nova @ 267 College, near Spadina Alternatives for good pies nearby: Via Mercanti @ 188 Augusta Ave (varied items, highly regarded) North Of Brooklyn @ 650 Queen St W (well regarded, high value) Makers @ 59 Cameron St (uses some organic ingredients, not bad) Wouldnt recommend any spot listed here for slices, unless you are willing to pay $1.00 extra to add extra cheese to your slice at shop's discretion. Would recommend Barocco X Nino (974 College St; $3.90 per Roman-style piece) if a slice is really needed. Or '241' (1055 Bloor St W; hefty & inexpensive slices at about $3.99, worth paying $1 extra for extra cheese). Or Chito's (1308 Bloor St W, $3.00) for best value & cheap eat, and for a more adventurous slice (mediocre but abundant "shawarma" chicken atop the slice. Or Highland Farms (850 Ellesmere Rd., only $2.00 for cheese slice ($1.00 extra and theyll add LOTS of extra cheese!)). read more

In high school I usually would go to this place to get there pizza. The pizza is great but a bit greasy. The slice of pizza is HUGE just for $5. The service is quick and fast and the people are friendly, but the only reason I am not putting this in a five star is the building its in. I sat down and there are boxes and a dark hallway behind me. Usually outside there is some homeless dude giving me the creeps. read more

Don't be like Steve and come here expecting to be BFFs with the staff. Service is no frills and you will not be babied. If you're hungry and on a budget, this is the place. Pizza is cheap and good. For $5 I got a slice of margherita pizza ($4) and a can of pop ($1) which is frankly unheard of in "Inflation City" aka Toronto these days. In looking at past reviews from 2012 it looks like they were only charging $3.50 per slice back then, so I would support this business based on the fact that the owners are honest people not trying to take advantage of the Toronto trend of charging insane prices for subpar quality food. It's an extra $0.50 to pay Debit, as something to be mindful of should you visit. read more

$3.75 Margarita. Great crunch! Especially for how thin it was. Topped well, just the right amount. Not to much or to little. Nice cheese taste. Garlic oil is a nice touch to the slice. And didn't make it greasy. If your in the area it's well worth it. It's a feel good slice that Solid 8.2 read more

Fresca Pizza & Pasta - $3.75 Marg. 8.2/10 - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Fresca Pizza is probably the most underrated pizza joint in the city. The thin and crunchy slice with their signature garlic and basil infused oil brushed on the margherita pizza is to die for. Fresca is actually a Vietnamese family owned business. Mr.Huynh has been making pizzas for over two decades now. My husband has been coming here since he was a kid (his school was right beside it). If you're in the College/Spadina area, stop by and grab a slice, you won't regret it. $4 for a huge slice of deliciousness, can't go wrong with that! read more

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this small mom & pop shop is one of the best pizza spots downtown! $4 slices, or whole pies (s,m,l, xl). you also get calzones and pastas here too! **tip, get that garlic & parsley oil brushed on top!!!** we picked up a small pepperoni pizza to share, its got 4 slices. we absolutely loved the thin crust! the doughs got a good chew and was crispy on the bottom. generously topped w.pepperoni throughout!! service is quick, staff is friendly, and im happy to see they were busy during this covid mess! support this local pizza joint if youre in the area! read more

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The pizza is decent. However, when I went to order the pizza, the guy at the cashier wouldn't let me order a small even though it's on the menu and he just let the guy in front of me order a small pizza a minute ago. He said he was no longer taking orders for a small sized pizza. read more

3.5/5 Grabbed dinner from Fresca one weeknight. We got two margherita slices with their amazing garlic oil on top. I was surprised to see a large crowd in front of the store either waiting for their orders or waiting to order. Flavour was great, that garlic oil really packs a lot of flavour and adds some great oozy garlicky goodness to the pizza. the pizza itself is standard, depending on what you choose but the pizza I had was standard cheese. I would be interested to try some of their other slices. Covid precautions aren't bad here but could be better. There isn't a formal lineup area in front of the store, you sort of line up off to the side or wherever or you go straight inside if max capacity isn't reached. I believe there are only 3/4 people allowed in at once but people tend to linger inside for their orders. There is a communal condiments area available where you can dress your pizza ... not sure if that's covid friendly but again this isn't something you HAVE to use. read more

Margheritta pizza with fresh garlic pesto sauce. You can't go wrong with this thin crust & huge slice for $3.75!! Everytime I walk by this restaurant, it was full of students during lunch hour, I did not want to deal with the crowd. I finally went in like after 8pm, it was worth it!! I definately like thinner crust that this place offers than nearby Mare Pizzeria in Kensington Market. Liked their fresh garlic sauce I can just drop all over on my pizza . read more

Really good pizza!! That green garlic sauce they put on top is to die for! One point deducted for the pizzas being more on the salty side. But definitely try it!! read more

Super delicious pizza joint! Tried the Margherita Pizza and it was absolutely delicious! Super thin crust, and I love the garlic and basil on the pizza too! read more

Fresca Pizza & Pasta - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Service is far from friendly and the food isn't great. Had the margherita and deluxe pizza slice along with a margherita calzone. With a can of pop, the total came to about $16. The pizzas weren't particularly flavourful despite the abundance of garlic, and could've used a touch more salt. The calzone was made to order which I liked. Similar to the pizzas, it lacked flavour. The one bite I had that contained fresh basil was tasty, but it definitely needed more basil. I was directed downstairs for the washroom, but the door was locked. When I told the woman working there, she simply said "no, it isn't". Thinking I somehow couldn't figure out the door, I went to try it again. Yup, locked. A man working there then confirmed to her that it was indeed locked and then proceeded to unlock the door for me. The basement/washroom smelt super moldy. Would not recommend going down there. Overall, this place was nothing special and the cold, borderline rude service is definitely not worth returning for. read more

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Best pizza in the city ever. They have fresh made slices out of the oven every few minutes. $4 per slice. Ironically, it's owned by Vietnamese family so they put their own twist on it. My favourite reason for going there is the spicy tasty green garlic herb oil that you can paint on your pizza, literally with a paintbrush. Please go and support this mom and pop shop as everyone in the city does including yuppies, working professionals, students, and thugs. read more

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margherita really yummy :) it was slightly smaller than my head but still a generous portion. will have to try pasta next time

I really like this spot. Its certainly not fancy but their pizza is really tasty and the sauce that you can put on yourself afterwards, some garlicy pesto sauce was really nice. I enjoyed my slice so much I weakened and had another one... Which I certainly didn't need... read more

Most delicious slice of pizza in Toronto. It reminds me of a NY slice, oozing cheese and really thin. Staff are less than friendly, but o well. I would prefer delicious food over friendly people. I always get the Margherita slice. Perfect. read more

Fresca Pizza & Pasta - Pizza on left is Fresca slices (Right is husband Pizza Gigi pizza) - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I didn't expect for a small pizza shop such as this one to have tasted so good. I've had pizzas from really high end and expensive places but none could compare to Fresca. I walked in and grabbed a slice of their margherita which ran for like $3.50 or something and it was so good to the point where I had to run back and order an entire box. It is not the traditional tomato sauce, buffalo cheese and basil type of margherita - they have this garlic parsley oil that they brush on top - but it unique and delicious. They use huge pepperoni slices as well. The owners were quiet but very nice. It was really busy as well. The pizza is good enough where it requires no additional dipping sauces or anything on top for that matter. They also sell salads, pastas and calzones. The only downfall is that they do not sell chicken wings. This place is a must try! read more

Fresca Pizza & Pasta - Margherita. - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

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Very good pasta, also very good pizza. Not expensive and fresh and yummy. Great for a night around Kensington

I'm sorry, did I just take a bite before a picture? Omg yes. This place is amazing. Thin and crunchy crust; perfect sauce to herbs ratio; tasty and warm cheese; pepperoni slices to top it all off...one word: PERFECTION. I don't think I've had a bite of such tasty goodness in so long. My friends, above all, this slice cost me $3.75. Yes, I want to cry tears of joy. Trust me. When you see the man tossing the pizza dough from the outside window, you will know that this pizzeria is in it for the long haul. There is little indoor seating though, so hopefully you are coming to taste this pizza on a good day. There are some picnic tables on the outside of the place for you to sit. I heard that there's also a spicy oil that you can add to enhance the flavour. So keep posted for the updated review! read more

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Pizza was burnt. Not enough sauce so mozzarella was burnt to the crust. Generally grimy space.

I've heard from multiple sources that this place has great pizza. I'd love to tell you if I agree/disagree, but I can't because when I strolled in here at 9:30pm on a Sunday night, I found myself standing at the counter waiting to be served. The two workers were in sight, and even made eye contact, but they decided to keep doing what they were doing instead of turning their attention to me. A minute later, I was told that they were closed. But wait, it was only 9:30pm, and when I had looked the place up on Google it said they were open till midnight. I pointed this out but I was told nope, they were closing. I asked if it was just today or every Sunday, and I was told they close at 10pm every Sunday. But it was 9:30pm... On the way out, I noticed their posted hours just outside the door said they closed at midnight too, but I didn't bother. Oh, and so does Zomato and their very own website. read more

Late night pizza bites or quick lunch on campus. Will beat those pizza cravings without beating the wallet. 2/5 - Venue 4/5 - Food 3/5 - Overall I've visited multiple times, whether for a study snack while on campus or after a late night and looking to fulfill those munchie cravings. Venue: The venue is nothing spectacular. The inside houses a small ledge and several tables for you to eat at. The front might make you turn away with the broken glass that seems to remain unfixed after many months. The back of the building is a bit messy with open cloests and various mops and junk lying around. The tables are slightly dirty, as you would expect from a late night pizza joint. Food: The pizza is very good for the price of $3.75. I've tried their pepperoni and margherita slices, and both were very good. The cheese is perfectly caramelized, and the pepperoni is at the right amount of crispiness. The margherita had fresh basil, and a rich tomato marinara. Both slices were served on a thin crust, that has the perfect amount of crunch. No bloated puffy dough here. Overall: Service can be lackluster, and seem unfriendly at times. Often the pizza is not reheated enough (maybe 30 seconds in the oven), so ask them to keep it in the oven longer before serving it to you. read more

Fresca Pizza & Pasta - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Came here at precisely 11:06am since I was waiting for them to open. I went in and the owner said that it will be around 10 more minutes for the pizza to be done so I waited in the meantime. This corner store holds around 5 tables (I'd say 15 people?). I ordered the margarita slice right when he was done making the pizza. For $3.50 per slice, this is a great price!! Overall, I enjoyed the slice and liked the garlic oil they put on it. This place is really good for eating in and out as these slices are super thin but can hold the toppings well. I will for sure come back and try their other slices. read more

Fresca Pizza & Pasta - Ripped a piece out even before I thought about taking a photo haha - Pizza Near Me - Toronto, Ontario