Our party of 5 had a fabulous night. We were greeted and seated promptly. Our drinks from the bar were delicious. I ordered the Massive Margarita and the rest of the table ordered Old Fashions. We got the Meatball appetizer and I highly recommend it. Absolutely delicious! We shared a large The Don pizza and still had two pieces left over! The chocolate Mousse dessert capped the night off for us. The service was great, the food was fabulous, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. All in all a must visit if you're in the area. read more

Don't get the pasta!! We got a meatball pasta and it was absolutely terrible. The meat tasted wrong. I will never come back.

Grimaldis Went here for a second time and the experience was good but the pizza could have been good. It was one of the healthier pizzas out there but the taste was a bit off. I remember going to the Brooklyn location and liking it a lot but I think that was also a different time in my life when I would like that kind of pizza. The cheese and sauce were perfect but I can't point out what was missing out. The Coco Tartufo here is amazing. The best one I have had in a long time. The service was really good and the food came out fast, which was essential after a long day of fasting. Location is apt right on Washington street and they also have outdor seating. There are many places in Hoboken that are strictly Italian that have better tasting pizza than this place. read more

So my husband and I did a maternity shoot in Jersey City on a hot day yesterday & we were starving right after. My pizza lovin friend recommended oven brick pizza at Grimaldis and of course who could say no to pizza?? We fell in love with the place!!! As soon as we walked in, we were seated by the AC. The waitress took our drink orders and was very attentive!!! We ended up ordering a large pie with extra fresh mozzarella, chicken, & pepperoni and let me tell you OMG! DELICIOUS! Its not better than the Pizza in Italy but it was close enough! read more

Highly recommend this place for a non-greasy, simple and delicious pizza! Also the medium size pizza is pretty big! read more

Grimaldi's - Seriously the best pizza in NJ! - Pizza Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Good food. Bad service. We had a particular bad experience so I'm not sure it speaks to everyone's experience and the staff was also a server short that day. We made a reservation by phone in the morning and arrived 15 minutes ahead of time. When we arrived, no one was there to greet us. We waited 10 minutes before someone came to the front to ask us if we made a reservation. Then they told us we never made a reservation. We even showed them the phone record. So I guess by accident, no one ever documented the reservation. The manager kindly stepped in and seated us by 7 (the time of our reservation). We ordered our food, just one Signature pizza for 6 of us and some garlic bread. We waited 45 minutes after we ordered for just a single pizza. We noticed that while we were waiting, other tables who were seated after us, had all their food and multiple pizzas served. We were getting extremely hungry and impatient. We pointed out to the waitress and she brought the manager who apologized and said the tickets probably got switched out of order so the others tables three pizzas came before ours. She offered to give the garlic bread on the house which was again very kind. While the food was great, we were just a little disappointed with our luck regarding the service. It was also very cold in the upstairs seating area so bring a jacket. One thing, I wish they served bread and oil on the house in general so we're not starving. read more

Excellent pizza ... right thickness, texture and taste. Pasta and meatballs good. Good value for the money and simple, good homemade food. Fatto bene!! read more

Didn't really enjoy the pizza that much. The sauce was very watery and mild and the toppings were mediocre tasting. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing! Down to try it again but probably the New York location. The crust and cheese were really good but again the sauce was not flavorful enough. Service was great read more

Grimaldi's - Pizza Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

First, let me straighten out some confusion - the Grimaldi's in Hoboken isn't the same as the four Grimaldi's in New York, and it has nothing to do with the chain located throughout various pizza-bereft states. The Hoboken Grimaldi's was started by a former business partner of the original Patsy Grimaldi of Brooklyn. The other Grimaldi's is just a mediocre chain glomming onto a famous (but non-copyrighted) name. The tenuous relationship between the New York and Hoboken Grimaldi's pretty much sums up what you should expect from this place. First of all, the pizza is fantastic. It's a perfect iteration of a classic New York pie, a style that's becoming harder to find on this side of the river. I'd hazard that it's just as good as the original location; after all, the owner had first-hand experience of real Patsy magic. The space, however, feels nothing like the well-worn York locations. The puffy booths and puffy menus and intentionally outdated pale wood paneling feel almost as cold as a freshly-built Olive Garden. That obviously has a lot to do with this being a new location. I guess it's up to clientele like us to breathe some life into this place; it should by all rights be as lively as the New York Grimaldi's. read more

Grimaldi's - Large cheese pie - Pizza Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Love it! I've had so much good pizza and Grimaldi's is right at the top with the best! I got the regular personal pizza which was more than enough for a meal and left overs for later. The sauce and cheese were fantastic and I love the way they season it. Next stop is the Brooklyn one! read more

Grimaldi's - Personal mozzarella pizza - Pizza Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

Woah. This is my kind of pizza! I have always meant to try Grimaldi's and happened to pass by the Hoboken location while hungrily searching for a dinner spot. I am so glad that we popped in to try it! I'll admit I was lured in by the sangria special...though knowing that this was some pretty famous pizza didn't hurt! The pizza really speaks for itself. The crust is just perfect; not too thick and not too thin. The sauce is incredibly zesty and barely needed any further seasoning. Went with sausage for a topping and it was really fantastic. Patsy's doesn't hold a candle to Grimaldi's!! read more

Classic NY pie institution. I've been wanting to try Grimaldi's for years, but I couldn't be bothered to wait for hours in line at their original location in Brooklyn. Lucky me, this place is just blocks away from my current summer abode. Plenty of space, never a wait (maybe for a few minutes during peak weekend dinner hours), and the same great Grimaldi's pizza waiting for you here. We always get a large sausage pizza because we like taking leftovers home. Tasty thin crust, delicious savory sausage crumbles (I hate sausage slices), a coating of sauce, and enough mozzarella to make it cheesy, but not overwhelm everything else, and last but not least, fresh basil to add a little green and lightness. read more

My husband and I moved out of Hoboken for a reason, but sometimes a person has to be there at dinnertime and requires some food for her pie hole. As we passed Grimaldi's we noticed a sign outside advertising a small pie plus a bottle of house wine for $25. My pie hole needed filling, so we headed inside straightaway. The deal is only for sitting at the bar and only on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Luckily for us, the place was pretty dead on a Tuesday evening at 8pm, which is surprising since the restaurant is fairly small and I have waited outside the Brooklyn location for an hour before being seated. There was only one other person at the bar and he seemed to be a regular and was definitely older than we are. I gotta say, I liked the vibe a lot: relaxed and not Hobokeny at all. Hey, that's a plus in my book! We chose the Cabernet Sauvignon. It was not a bad bottle of wine at all. In fact, I'm pretty sure I drank most of it and happily. To start off, we decided to split a salad. The one called "Salad" is rather tasty. It has a light Italian vinaigrette and shredded cabbage on top. We got sausage on our pizza (toppings are extra when you get the deal). There was some fresh basil on top and just the right amount of sausage. The so-called "small" pie is 16 inches, which is 6 big slices. Mind you, this is a very thin crust, so if you are hungry, you'll eat this pie right up, but if you are dainty (like I strive to be), 2 slices is plenty and you'll have leftovers. Pop that sucker in the toaster oven the next morning and you've got a killer breakfast. Oh god, I just said "killer." See?? This is what happens when a person spends any time at all in Hoboken. read more

I had high hopes for Grimaldi's. Having been to their 1st Street location and heading here early on a Saturday night, I figured there was nothing to be concerned about. I was excited to try the new locale - it was brighter, cheerier and had a bar. The quick and dirty: There were two hairs in two different orders, we were over charged on drink specials and the pizza was severely overpriced and soggy. Here are the details: We ordered the tomato and mozz salad that came with compliments of a hair, but no basil. How does an Italian place not have basil? I let the hair go - it happens. Then our pizza came and it was really soggy, not crispy like brick oven should be. While cutting into a slice and telling the waitress, another long stringy hair came out of the slice. She immediately had a new one made for us, but never offered us a round or anything for all the hairs we encountered. A new place should do something for you to make up for that kind of nastiness - even an old place should. The pizza was good, nothing spectacular, but charging me $3 for mushrooms on only half my pie is ridiculous. Every topping is about $3 whether you get it on the whole pie or half. When our bill came, we weren't allotted the special for $3 Coors drafts which were posted outside and relayed to us by the bartender. If we didn't say something, we would've paid full price. They said they didn't change the computers. Scam for all the people who don't know there are specials. I live uptown, so coming down here is a waste for shotty service and shitty, hairy food. I suggest Napoli's over Grimaldi's for a better brick oven pizza. read more

There I was walking around Hoboken looking for a bit to eat when I see Grimaldi's. I've heard of their legacy (and their feud), but never had tried the pizza, so I figured I'd stop in and grab a pie. Wow. Definitely the best "classic style" (what others might call "NYC style", even though it's better on both sides of Manhattan) pizza in Hoboken, perhaps even all of NJ - the jury is still out on that one. The crust was slightly smoky and crunchy, but chewy in the middle. The cheese was perfect, and the sauce was great too. Had meatballs and crushed garlic thrown on, it really melded well with the fresh basil they put on the pie. Bonus: They had $4 sangrias at the bar! I had a sip and instantly knew something was up, it tasted a whole lot more complex than your average sangria - the bartender said they put blackberry brandy & gin in the red sangria. I had a sip of the white (which I'm normally not a fan of), and it was just as good. All in all, Grimaldi's is definitely worth going out of your way for - top notch pizza in a cozy spot, with outdoor seating, too. read more

This is our go to pizza place that we take all of our out of town guests. Whether we are entertaining vegetarians, gluten free or meat eating carb lovers, this place is able to satisfy. The service is friendly and the pizza is really good. After pizza, we walk along the river to show our guests the magnificent skyline. read more

*medium pizza with olives and mushrooms (loved the crust!!!!!!! Chewy and crispy and not too thin nor thick; held up well with the sauce and toppings) *calzone with sausage (omg, amazing!! The creaminess of the ricotta and then chewiness of mozzarella cheese with the dough of the calzone and meat inside ... winning combination! and the SAUCE that comes with this is sooooooooooooooooooo money!!! I can drink that sauce and was close to drinking it straight out of that bowl. I don't know what magic they put into it, but all I know is that I will be thinking about it) Grimaldi's is a great Hoboken establishment. Among all the bars and cheap eats around, this place is a reminder that Hoboken still has good food. Service is great. Food is great. I will definitely be back! read more

Grimaldi's - Medium pizza with mushrooms and olives - Pizza Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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Good times. Great pizza. So, I've been to the "real" Grimaldi's in Brooklyn. I've waited in line for over an hour and gotten a subsequent sunburn as a souvenir. I've watched the authentic neighborhood crew tossing pizza dough to one another and literally having a hard time keeping up with demand. I've seen the walls covered in memorabilia and sat elbow-to-elbow with strangers in order to enjoy my pie. I've doubted their greatness, only to find out how truly scrumptious and worthwhile everything truly is. This place is different. It is definitely good, but it is definitely different. There is no line to be had here and everything is presented in a more upscale fashion than it is in BK. Linens cover the tables, not red gingham plastic tablecloths. Everything is new and nice and has less of a rustic feel than it's parental establishment. The staff is also a bit different... we noticed that a couple people on staff seemed to be Irish (a little odd for an Italian restaurant) and overall, the place wasn't teeming with staff who seemed Italian at all. However, everyone was nice, performed their job well, and the food was excellent. This location also offers a bar with an assortment of beer on tap and a pleasant bartender to go along with your selection. When asked for a suggestion, our waiter didn't hesitate to suggest a white pizza, which comes without sauce, and to add tomatoes. Sold. The pizza was glorious! Also different from BK, but no complaints here. Plus, since we ordered without sauce, it kept really well for lunch the next day. Whoo Hoo, Grimaldi's! I'll be back. read more

My friend and I shared a personal pizza which was more than enough for two people to share or one person if you want leftovers. The crust was perfectly crispy and the cheese was melty. Service was great - no wait, seated quickly and promptly seen to! I'll definitely be coming back! read more

I'm slightly ashamed to admit it, but with the right toppings, I think I could eat a whole pizza myself here. It's thin crust, but not crispy like some places, instead it's chewy. (Which is how I love my pizza). My two friends and I split a large pie with garlic, roasted red peppers, and meatballs... it sounds kind of odd, but it was delicious! We also split a caesar salad... and it was really good, not like some places where they coat it in dressing... I had been to the one on Clinton Street before, and I was pleased to see that it was just as great! One note-- I am a cheese fanatic, so, next time remind me that I want extra cheese! read more

Relaxed cozy and delicious pizza. My wife and I enjoyed a "slice of heaven quote Pizza and it was very good... Fresh mozzarella and one of the few pies that I've had recently that manage to put a lot of vegetables on the pie without making it wet and soggy. Mamosa wasn't too sweet. Get his breath was served properly with a perfect head. Also this pizzeria is on I'm very "touristy" Street but Doesn't feel touristy it'll definitely coming back read more

This place is a lot fancier than I expected. Actually kind of perfect for a casual date. I mean it's got table cloths and silverware and everything. We got there at 6:30pm on a Friday night and found the place pretty empty. As a result we got pretty quick, friendly and straight forward service. We placed our order and within seconds I was watching the guy behind the glass making our pizza. We got a medium half mushroom and half meatball. I have to say that this pizza lived up to all the hype and great reviews. It was baked perfect and had just the right balance of crust, sauce, and cheese. Can't wait to go back and have it again! read more

Grimaldi's - Half mushroom, half meatball - Pizza Near Me - Hoboken, New Jersey

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Shared a large pizza with sausage and mushrooms - classic thin crust pizza with that charred wood-burning oven flavor, light on the sauce. I was impressed with the quality of the sausage they used. At first we weren't sure if we could finish the large and did in fact end up taking two slices home...with a green salad to start and a glass of red wine it was the perfect dinner for a hot summer evening. The ambiance is family-style with a little bit of romance thrown in with white tablecloths and candle light. Most of the guests there were couples enjoying a casual night out. I would say a good spot in Hoboken for that. read more

OK, let's be honest. The pizza is ok, not great. The sauce is very tasteless. Next, it's a little pricey, considering you need toppings to add to get taste and the toppings cost $2.50-3 each, no reduction if for half pizza. Finally, this is the new hangout for moms and kids. They order a pizza, sit there for hours and talk. So if you want to have a pizza dinner for $40, and listen to Yuppie conversations and screaming children, this is the place for you. Best thing is this place has a bar, and I highly recommend having your pizza and beer there. read more

Worst service EVER!! Couldn't give a zero or I would have!! Took two hours to get my cold pizza!! They called me 3 times because they couldn't figure how to get to my address!!! I'm 2.6 miles away!! And all that for my $32.00 pizza!! What a joke this place is!! Never ordering from them again! read more

If you've ever had pizza in Hoboken, jam a pencil in my ear and stab your brain in the hopes of forgetting about that pizza then head to Grimaldi's after your hospital trip. So far, this is the best pizza I've had in Hoboken. The menu is really limited which is fine by me, do the pizza and do it right. The pizza crust had that thin crust crunch and was chewy afterwards. They aren't stingy with the toppings either (Even though they charge an arm and a leg for each topping you get.) Try not to add too many toppings, not just for the fact that you'll go broke but they weigh down the pizza and will make it hard to eat. Also, they add plenty of sauce and cheese. Looking at the restaurant from the outside, it seems like they have limited seating. However, Grimaldi's has a whole back room too so you won't have to wait. The service is pretty standard; nothing to complain about but, nothing to rave about. Since you're gonna pay an arm and a leg to get pizza anywhere in Hoboken, you may as well spend the cash and do it right! read more

Everyone knows how much I absolutely love Grimaldi's, so I wanted to show some love for the Washington Street location as well. And this one is closer to my apartment...score! It does lose a little of the super casual vibe from the Clinton Street location, but they did a great job with this space. It's a little more upscale, with a nice big bar and two dining areas. It's also a little easier for big groups to be seated here. I've been to the Clinton Street location with big groups, and while I was never uncomfortable, this is just another option for people to enjoy this amazing pizza. The pizza and service are just as wonderful as they are at Clinton Street. No matter which location you go to, you're in for a treat! read more

This place has a lot of hype but I'm not buying into it. I came here with a group of friends and we sat upstairs. Our server was horrible. The prices aren't great and I didn't think the pizza was either. One was pretty badly burnt on the bottom. It was okay, but I dont get why everyone raves about this place so much? read more

On New Year's Eve my boyfriend and I came here for dinner on a whim. Inside it wasn't busy at all and the muted lighting was inviting and made the seating area look cozy. When we walked in we were greeted by the hostess and given a table right next to the pizza preparing table and fire brick oven. What a dangerous place to put tubs of fresh mozzarella pieces because I could have tried reaching up to grab a piece (and I wanted to but I have great self control). I also saw close by a tub of the most amazing pepperoni. I had a feeling the pizza was going to blow my mouth's mind. Looking at the menu we both wished there were more options for small appetizers but then again it was probably a good thing because we tend to over do it. We wanted to start off with some drinks and ordered two Bloody Mary's. Our waitress must have misheard because she only brought me one. We were too lazy to do anything about it so we didn't say anything. I had also witnessed the bartender putting the V8 away and would have felt weird making him take everything out again. The Bloody Mary wasn't the best I've ever had but it was enjoyable. It could have used more pepper and spice. It was also a bit too watery for my taste. I like my Bloody Mary's to be slightly thick. We ended up ordering a small spinach and pepperoni pizza. The wait time was maybe 20-30 minutes even though the actual cooking time for our pizza wasn't that long--I saw it being prepared and put into the oven. When the waitress brought our pie over it looked amazing and fresh. The amount of cheese was just right and the pepperoni was so good it almost tasted like hot dogs. Usually I'm underwhelmed by crust and once the cheese and toppings part is gone I leave the rest. But the dough was light and delicious by itself. I ate everything up. One thing that annoyed me service wise was a gentleman who kept arriving at our table assuming I was done eating and almost retrieving the rest of the pizza while I tried to say I wasn't finished with food in my mouth. He did this twice as though the place was busy as a beehive but it never was while we were there. I don't think they were closing any time soon because a party of people were dining on the upper floor. Another thing that got on my nerves was hearing that AWFUL Sister Hazel song while there but that's beside the point. I had never heard of Grimaldi's before but apparently they're well known for having great pizza. Well it's true! The next time I'm in Hoboken and craving pizza this will be the first place I think of hitting up. read more

Great Pizza, loved the crust and ingredients, except pepperoni which didn't seem fresh. Their eggplant parmigiana was good could be better by preparing it fresh with some more cheese. Great customer service read more

Grimaldi's is a good place to go if you wanna split a pie with friends or family in a fancier setting. I came here with my parents for a plain pie and the mozzarella and tomato appetizer. I could do without the appetizer, it wasn't as fresh as I'd hoped, but the pizza was good. It sort of reminds me of a Goodfella's pie, but there is something distinct about Grimaldi's sauce that sets it apart-- I think it carries a more tart bite than most pizzas I've eaten. I was kinda disappointed when I found out they really don't have anything I like to enjoy with pizza, like garlic knots, zeppoles, orange soda... c'mon now! My boyfriend has been wanting to try it out so I'll go back to appease him. read more

Good for your pizza fix without going into Manhattan, but it tastes better in NYC. Ambience: Better than the other Grimaldi's on Clinton Street. You can actually hear yourself think here. I enjoy the open kitchen. Food: I come here to get my pizza fix without crossing bridge and tunnels and waiting an hour in line. While the crust was thin and crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, there was a bit missing from my Marguerite pizza. I felt like it needed some meat on it because it lacked flavor. It wasn't that pure taste of heaven that I remembered from previous Marguerite experiences. Bathrooms: clean, no complaints here read more

My family and I came hungry and left happy. I came with my one year old who, when we first arrived, was SCREAMING CRYING! The waiter was so accommodating and gave my daughter a pen and pad since they didn't have crayons, and it calmed her down completely. Once things settled down for us we ordered a personal Margarita pie, mozzarella & tomato salad, and the spaghetti with meatballs. Everything came out fast and was delicious. We barley left any food.This is one of the better pizzerias in Hoboken, for sure. read more

the pizza was very good as usual. However, the 11 dollar salad that I ordered was disgusting. unacceptable to serve something like that. read more

My favorite pizza place in Hoboken, and one of my favorites anywhere. I say "my favorite" instead of "the best" because pizza is a very personal thing. Some people like thin crust, some people like thick crust, some people like a lot of cheese, some people like a little cheese, etc. Grimaldi's has their own unique style. Their pizza is on the thin side but not too thin. They use chunks of mozzerella (instead of the usual layer of shredded mozzerella you see elsewhere), which gives the pizza its signature red and white blotches that resemble a work of art. They don't load on the toppings like some other places do, rather they add just enough to enhance the overall flavor of the pizza. And they cook their pizza to the perfect level of doneness. When all these factors come together, they make a really incredible pie. As an added bonus, they even have their own IPA, which is delicious and I order it every time. Grimaldi's is great for an inexpensive yet delicious meal. The atmosphere is always warm, cozy, and comforting. And so is the food. read more

This is pizza. Grimaldi's was teasing me during the hurricane. I wanted Grimaldi's so bad, but they were closed. This locations servers up nearly the same pizza as the Brooklyn location, but in a newer and less crowded space. The service could be slightly more attentive. We were looking for a server a bit longer than necessary. The bread or crust of the pizza has so much flavor, the toppings just make it better. The ingredients are top notch. When I picture of pizza, my mouth waters and I think of Grimaldi's. read more

"I can't believe you're at Grimaldi's and trying to order Hawaiian." -Wife In my defense I ordered half pepperoni/sausage half Margherita instead and enjoyed every bit of it. We just don't get this style of pizza in California. Yada yada dough yada yada New York water... Five Stars. read more

High end pizza place a few blocks from my apartment? Yes please! This Grimaldi's is very different than other locations but it's a welcome addition to the neighborhood. Decor is lovely with both an upstairs and downstairs dining area and they have a nice outdoor space as well. There's a lovely bar when you walk in with a nice selection of tap beers. The Grimaldi's IPA that they make in their basement is surprisingly good! We had a large pie (WAY too much for two people...we could only eat half!)...white pizza with fresh sliced tomatoes and mushrooms. Everything was fresh and the crust was perfect. It's not cheap but you get what you pay for, for sure. Service was attentive and friendly...I even had a lively conversation with the bartender about the size of the rats in Boston. Good stuff! read more

Took a trip over to the big apple not too long ago and had to spend some time in Hoboken before going through the tunnel because there was SO much traffic. My friend and I got pretty hungry and Yelped some places in the area, this one came up with pretty good reviews so we gave it a try. It was pretty darn good. The place felt very Italian and authentic and the prices were great. We ordered a small pepperoni and split it between the two of us and still left with leftovers for later, spending much less than we would have spent other places getting our own dinners. The pepperoni was great, not too greasy; the cheese was authentic fresh mozzarella; overall it was great! Don't get me wrong, I loved pizza in NY too but for more authentic Italian pizza, this was great! read more

Food was really tasty and rich yet right after eating it, my boyfriend and I got really awful food poisoning. The meatballs tasted really funky but we thought that was just what it tasted like. Server never asked us how our food was, he was pretty much non-existent after we ordered our food even though there weren't many parties in the restaurant. We still have food poisoning which really sucks because we've been throwing up the food all night/day. We sat right next to the chef who kept sniffing and coughing while making the pizza but I don't think that was what caused the food poisoning. read more