Location across from Elmhurst hospital can be chaotic and parking is tight, but the pizza here is impossibly thin and crispy. Haven't had any pizza like this since Pizza Palace on Bayard Street by Columbus Park closed. Easy to eat half a pie by oneself. Crispy, thin crust, perfect amount of sauce and oil (about 2 drips per plain slice, not drowning, but reminds you that this is true NYC pizza), lightly cheesed, but still has a good stringy mozzarella pull. For a similar, but slightly thicker (100% yum factor) NYC slice, it's Manos in Ridgewood. For, the thinnest and crispiest plain slice in NYC, Louie's is the standard bearer. Parked in front, ordered a whole pie, ran inside, threw down some cash, waited outside for the fresh pie to bake. 10 minutes later the owner (possibly Louie hisself) delivers the fresh pie to my car outside and actually thanks me. True Twilight Zone stuff. I scarf a fresh, hot slice straight from the carton before stowing the balance back to Long Island for additional reheat confirmation. With all the political nonsense ongoing, thank Goodness that a righteous, NYC plain slice is still alive, well and residing in un-hipster, un-gentrified, un-apologetically friendly-neighborhood Spiderman Elmhurst. "Best NYC style pizza" is a term that is minimized and bandied about every time some new $60, limited-run, kraft pizza from Japan is the current darling. We submit that this is not the case here. May Louie's be here after all the LES, deep dish, 3 Michelin star bakers and pizza itamae have exhausted their day in the limelight - and leases. $20 all-in (until the hipster masses beat a path here to make Louie's their pizza crusade ) Thank you Louie for giving us working class masses the best, true, unlimited, unpretentious, no-lines, no soup Nazi, no upsell, satisfyingly NYC pizza a $20 can still buy. PS: please don't renovate or move as your pizzeria is a time-capsule whose prime ingredient is sincerity. read more

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On my way to the Met game I stopped by Louie's a solid neighborhood pizza slice shop. Conveniently located off the 7 train 82nd st stop. Busy, active and definitely for the community given the notes, decorations. I always wanted to stop by here for a slice after watching the owner and father's heroic effort protecting an Asian lady who was being robbed in front of their store. Slice was solid at $3. OK looking undercarriage but limited floop. Only knock is bottom had too much flour remaining. Solid neighborhood spot. People were getting pasta dishes too. Ample seating. Friendly staff. read more

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I came here last week with my friend and a group of foodies to help support this wonderful pizza place in Jackson Heights, Queens. The staff here are amazing and literally help keep criminals off the street and are devoted to their community. Ironically, I didn't get to try the pizza. Just means, I have to come back some day. But I hear the Sicilian is amazing. This place makes way more than just pizza and has house made fresh pasta and more unique dishes that you would never expect in a pizza parlor like ribeye steak. We ended up splitting and sharing entrees: Agnolotti (Kind of ravioli shaped and stuffed with ricotta and spinach in a pesto sauce), Fettuccine Bolognese, Penne in a tomato sauce (not sure if it was vodka or arrabiata), chicken with crabmeat, and the ribeye steak. My favorite easily and very oddly was the chicken slathered in a mustard sauce with crabmeat. This was the most juicy and tantalizingly delicious chicken I've had in a minute. I would also never have ordered this in a million years. So I'm glad someone else thought to include this. The pastas were very good even though I only tried a tiny bit but I'd definitely order the agnolotti. The steak was cooked surprisingly to perfection. The prices are also incredibly reasonable. This entire meal did not break the bank. I think their slices also go for only $3 and a specialty slice is $4.50. Very old school family oriented and classic. read more

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Thank you for going out of your way! I had a birthday party with food and cake scheduled for 11:45 and needed pizza by 11 AM. Louie's was the only one to agree to have pizzas ready for me at 11 AM - the moment they opened. I arrived about 15 minutes early, chatted with the owner for a while, and at 11:01 my pizzas were cut and ready. Huge thank you for making it so seamless, for having the pies ready at 11, and thank you to your staff for doing the extra work before opening. My daughter appreciates it and we loved the pizza! We will be back for more! read more

Ate here today for lunch by myself while walking around my neighborhood. I definitely got two different kinds of slices which are both the Sicilian slice and the grandma pie slice that it was absolutely delicious and amazing. The service there was also attentive and super fast and friendly. This was also a hidden gem near my neighborhood and many thanks to the actual Louie guy for taking my orders. I couldn't agree more about it. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time! :) read more

Louie's Pizza - Italian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Love love love the crispy crust on a cheese slice. I don't usually eat the crust at other pizza joints but I eat it all here. No flop and the crunchy crisp when you take your first bite will make u a fan. The grandma pizza is also my favorite. The staff are great people and that is why I keep coming back. I got to try the ribeye steak next time. Yes, ribeye steak. Way too many ppl have told me the steak is top notch. read more

Louie's Pizza - Italian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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My Brother and I were going to try out as many pizza places as we could on our drive through the city. Louie's was our 2nd stop of the day, and when the day was over, it turned out to be my favorite slice of the day! We went with one of their grandma slices. This slice was so damned good! Huge square of pizza with fresh mozzarella, great sauce and a super crisp crust. Textures and taste were on point. It did have a lingering strong oregano aftertaste, but even with that, it was still an amazing slice and my favorite of the day. I would eat here every day if I lived close by. Haven't had anything close to as good of a square slice as this one at Louie's! read more

Louie's Pizza - Grandma Slice. Favorite slice of the day. So good! - Italian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Louie's is located in a neighborhood that is absolutely bursting with energy and life, so it makes perfect sense that a restaurant so entwined in the neighborhood is so vibrant. The owner greets people from behind the counter and is as interested in asking local kids about how school is as asking new visitors to his place where they're from. That's an old school vibe and I'm here for it. Of course I'm also all about the food, and I'm happy to say that it was exceptional. I brought along my go-to judge of chicken rolls and she was quite impressed. The flavor of the chicken was amazing, the cheese to sauce ratio (enough but not too much sauce, lots of cheese) was perfect, and the size of the sandwich was massive. That last point makes me happy because recently a lot of places are cutting corners and Louie's is definately not. A $10 sandwich should be substantial and delicious, and here it unquestionably is. We also found room to try their legendary Grandma Slice, which was everything that we hoped it would be. Airy, sauced properly, cheesy and crisp, it was a masterclass in (arguably) that third category of NY pizza. Louie's is a short walk from the 74th / Broadway subway hub, even shorter from the 82nd St. 7 train stop, which makes it easy to get to from all of the boroughs that matter, and about 20 minutes from Manhattan. There's really no reason for you not to go. read more

Louie's Pizza - Chicken Roll - Italian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Checked out Louie's after a nice Mets win. Located in the Queens/Jackson Heights neighborhood place is a must try for lovers of homemade Italian cuisine. Perfect spot to grab a NY slice or try any of their homemade pastas. Service was 10/10, folks were passionate about their food I knew I was in for a treat. Place was rockin on a late Sat night, couple tables and booths inside not large. I went with a pepperoni slice as an appetizer, good crisp on the pizza and for sure hit the spot. For entrees my wife opted for the Chicken Parm and I went with the Fettuccine Bolognese which is their meat sauce made with ground beef and veal. Heaping portions that made even better leftovers the next day, I can't wait to return to this place, LOVE Louie's!! read more

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This local pizzeria is a must to patronize each time I come home to Elmhurst. The family who runs this business is so endearing and qualified. The pizzeria is clean and well-kept. It's normal for customers to tell the young man (I forget his name) their order and leave, as I did, to run nearby errands. Upon seeing you return, the young man will loudly declare your order is ready, piping hot to pick up and go. This time, mine was a large cheese pie. Tipping is optional but I always slide in a dollar or two. The pizza is fantastic--thin, cheesy, saucy. I hope Louies is always in business; they are the heartbeat of Baxter Avenue. read more

Louie's Pizza - All at Louie's - Italian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Some of the best pizza in NYC, would highly recommend getting a slice. Lou is always nice to say hi to too.

If pizza is the mana of life, then Louie's is one of the cathedrals to great pizza. Just landing at LaGuardia and having a hankering for some REAL New York pizza, I found Louie's of Elmhurst. The only thing disappointing was parking is the worst, especially on a Saturday night. I ordered a Grandma's pie, a plain cheese pie, and a chicken roll. The sauce at Louie's stands out as one of the best I have ever had on pizza. And each pie's sauce was different enough to differentiate between them. Both very zesty with strong flavors of garlic & oregano. The sauce of legends. The sauce that cradles the cheese perfectly on hand tossed crusts that are baked to perfection and actually reheat the next day tasting, believe it or not, better than fresh out of the box. The Grandma's was a substantial slab of pizza making art; a perfect example of what happens when the sauce brings together all the ingredients into an orgasm of flavor in your mouth. The plain slice was as delicious in a much simpler form. Again, the sauce and the ratio of sauce: cheese: crust was perfect. Magic happened between the cheese and crust leading to a flavor that is pizza nirvana. Oh yeah, the chicken roll was great. Lots of chicken, just the right amount of cheese, not overly breaded with a side of sauce. Really good and substantial. But, the pizza reigns supreme at Louie's. read more

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I stopped in here today to grab a late lunch on my way home. I ordered a slice of regular cheese and a slice of their Grandmas pie. The Grandmas slice was so delicious with overtones of oregano, basil and garlic which I love! The regular slice was good as well with a nice crispy crust. The owner greeted me and asked me where I was from etc. He was awesome! They had ample seating during this time and I took advantage of it. I would come here just for the Grandmas slice! read more

Updating an original review. As usual The grandma pie was perfect as usual. It is wonderful seeing "family" again. read more

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Great good and great value. I will definitely come back! They accept both cash and card btw read more

Louie's Pizza - Italian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

Best slice in JH hands down. I tried because i found on TT and went two days in a row it's so good !!

Louie's has been on my list of places to try in NYC since I heard about the heroics of Louie and his father, and the both of them being upstanding citizens of the community for which they serve. Even the signage outside of their establishment is apropos, which states: "here to serve the community in any way we can." How cool! I had just flown in from California, and this time I knew I had to stop in and be a patron at Louie's. Upon entering, I saw Louie greeting regulars and community members alike with charisma and exceptional hospitality. I would be remiss if I didn't mention the admiration that I have for Louie and his father for doing what they do, and on top of that, the pizza was so good. I had a grandma slice and slice of their hawaiian; both were incredibly tasty. Thanks, Louie, and fam! I hope to back next time I'm in NYC. read more

I ordered delivery and the delivery was about 45 minutes which is pretty reasonable. I ordered a Hawaiian and a grandma pie. Both pies were delicious. The grandma pie had a basil taste, which was different from other pizza spots. I liked that spice flair. I would order again! read more

My co-workers put me up on Louies pizza when they bought a few slices and gave me one. So I was hooked soon after. I didn't even realize Louies was there as many times I walked in the area. The whole pie with extra cheese was a meal itself, and I ate two. I like my pizza crust, not hard, but somewhat soft and louies Pizza is right on point and close to my job. It's definitely worth checking out if you are a pizza lover. The pepperoni slice was for my co-worker. read more

If you ask anyone, I love a good slice of pizza anytime! It doesn't even have to be complicated with tons of toppings. When I am hungry, one regular slice or Sicilian is all it takes. Truly! How would I describe the slice? Delicious crust. Unburned bottom. Tasty! I usually grab my slice to go, but today I was just so tired and needed a place to sit. So good news, now you can have a seat and enjoy your food...yes, I repeat there is indoor seating! Yay! It's good vibes in here! I just feel at home. Not to mention that the owner, Louie, is really warm and kind. It just has that family feel...I don't how else to describe the ambience except simple yet homey/comfy. It's so cool to see the art on the walls...a rendering of Louie's Pizzeria on the walls that you could tell was painted/drawn with love. Plus, I like to see so many different walks of life come through. read more

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If you come to NY, you must come to Louie's Pizza for their grandma slice and their agnolotti pasta! Absolutely amazing! I was in foodie heaven when I tried agnolotti pasta for the 1st time today. Their homemade pasta transported me to a time when homemade was the standard, not the exception. Louie's Pizza is a place where jokes and laughter fill the air, a place where you feel like home. It's incredible how I've never come across this place before today. Louie's Pizza is a hidden gem and definitely gets my Yummylicious stamp of approval! Two thumbs up from me! read more

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Came here because was craving pizza and remembered seeing them promoted on insta. Ordered 2 regular slices and a grandma slice (asked to cut all in half). Both slices were great! Texture flavor were on point. Service was great. It was very busy but as soon as I walked in I was asked what I'd like to order. Who seemed to be the owner was very friendly and upbeat. The place was full (no seats) there was a line to order and the phone was ringing off the hook. This is clearly a favorite spot. The 3 slices came out to $10 cash. They take both cash and card which is good to know and very convenient. This is a reg pizza shop nothing fancy. It the type of place you stop by on your way home. Still clean from what I gathered though a tight space. read more

Louie's Pizza - Two regular slices (cut in half) - Italian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

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Very good pizza. Went with regular slice and a grandma slice. Met Louie and he was great.

Excellent authentic NY pizza! Had a slice of grandma's and a regular slice. Both were wonderful. Highly recommended.

Another heavenly delicious meal at Louie's Pizza.. It just keeps on getting better and better.. Simply spectacular.. Just Go and enjoy the best and freshest ingredients that will have you coming back for more. Thanks again Louie and Charlie for making our meal a memorable one. read more

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Louie's is a gem in the Elmhurst/Jackson Hts community. My family and I usually order delivery or takeout, and we haven't been let down with anything that we've ordered. Most recently got their Chicken Masala (pasta substitute) and a few grandma slices delivered for late lunch, and everything arrived neatly packaged and still piping hot. Kind people to boot! We're looking fwd to going in and trying their ribeye. Forget the many chain restaurants that have popped up in the area, and frequent small businesses like Louie's. read more

Customer service was rude I called for delivery a male picked up and said what's the address first and I told him the address which is around Corona close to 82nd street it's not like it's far I live around junction blvd he said we don't do delivery that fast bye bye not that friendly I ended the call then complaining please have a better customer service next time really upsetting I went to the bank for no reason taking out cash just for this decided to call another pizzeria. read more

I had an amazing time here at Louie's Pizza. The pizza was just DIVINE and super fresh. The service is fast and also very attentive. The ambiance is also very chill and calm. 5 stars. read more

My fiancée and I traveled all the way from Los Angeles just to try Louie's--and let me tell you, it was totally worth it. For a local spot, it's a solid 10/10. This pizza was straight-up slamming. The guy behind the counter took one look at me--sunburned, rocking a 40-pound backpack, clearly not from around here--and still hooked me up with two fat slices. Super cool service. Yeah, some of the locals stared at me like I was some out-of-towner (which I was), but honestly, I didn't care. This place is a true neighborhood gem. Highly, highly recommend--you have to try it! read more

Friendly and patient staff. Quick service. Grandmas style was great! Go here if you're looking to get away from the tourists and experience the local community while enjoying an amazing slice of NY pizza read more

The restaurant's space utilizes its features well. The taste quality is consistent! Great cooking in a pleasant atmosphere. The staff provided good service. This spot has an appealing style. read more

Not the worse but it's not the best. It's edible but I ordered so many plates and slices and everything tasted canned, low quality. My husband got bad heartburn and reflux... I saw some tourist come out of here and they didn't look impressed either. I really hoped to taste some amazing Italian food especially since some Italian dude is greeting you at the entrance. It's ok as a quick slice but nothing else is worth sitting down for if you are expecting a delicious experience. read more

Service was top notch! We were in town visiting from California and Louie made us feel right at home. Pizza was great the slice, the grandma and the pastas. All out of this world!!!! Highly recommend. read more

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This is the absolute best slice you can find in Queens. When I get this pizza, it's like every memory of a good New York slice is amalgamated into one that I could almost cry tears of joy. This pizza has a good bite. It is the perfect balance of doughy and crispy. The sauce is good -- tomatoey and not too sweet like other places. And there's just enough cheese that it's not falling over, but you can still get that nice pull. The staff is nice and attentive. The interior of the pizzeria is very simple and comforting, like you can just plop down a table and eat your slice in peace. I think it's the quintessential New York pizza place. You gotta go! read more

Louie's Pizza - Italian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

I came in to try their a slice of their Grandmas Pie. This place can get busy real quick. And it's really worth any amount of time you have to wait. The guy working the front counter was very a welcoming nice guy. There's about 6 tables inside which is always great to just sit down, relax and enjoy a slice of pizza in New York. I've had Sicilian pizza before, and I'm familiar with squares cut pizza. I was already full from eating at a lot of other places earlier in the day, but when I saw this man get my "square" slice, my eyes popped out. These aren't no damn squares. It's a damn rectangle. I wasn't prepared to eat all that, but I handled it like a champ. The slice itself has a very delicious tasting sauce and thick and delicious crust. It was a lot of pizza, but I really couldn't stop eating it. It was damn good. I will definitely be returning, especially since I feel like Jackson Heights is my favorite neighborhood in all of New York. read more

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Happy Birth Month, Louie! My commute from Bayside to Elmhurst was less than an hour. Louie's Pizza is within walking distance from the 82nd Street-Jackson Heights subway station. In June, China Mac and his They Can't Burn Us All movement hosted a pizza party to honor our heroes Louie & Cazim Suljovic. Thank you for bringing the community together. It was raining cats and dogs today! I stopped by Louie's Pizza for an early lunch. Food: Fettuccine Bolognese (meat sauce) + bread - The pasta dish was hearty and flavorful. Garlic Knots (4) - These garlic knots are very garlicky. I love eating them. Note: There was one restroom located in the back of the restaurant! Bookmark this spot to try! read more

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Great food and great service! Perfect combination in any book. We've tried the pizza and the pasta and everything has been superb.

I been hearing about this place from a friend, who lives in the area. They have the best Grandma's slice she ever had. This is also the father and son duo that are the local heroes, who were injured in the process of helping someone else. This was on that day when the family was giving away free slices, which I missed. I finally got to try the grandma slices my friend has been raving about. In addition, they are Mets fans. No brainer in definitely supporting them. Oh wow! There were 2 grandma slices in the bag to start. Well, on the way to my next destination, I got hungry (it happens frequently) and I ate a slice. These grandma slices were really good. The sauce was just the right amount on top of the dough. Heard from the other patrons that the pasta entrees are good too. I have to go back to try them and get another grandma slice. read more

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Got the pasta primavera. Amazing! They even grilled the veggies! Ordering vegan can be difficult they made it easy and delicious! read more

Louie's Pizza - Pasta primavera - Italian Near Me - Elmhurst, New York

This son and dad pizza place is amazing with wonderful service. Such a delicious pizza place for people working and living in this area. Their grandma pie is the best grandma pie I ever had, and I had many It has a crispy crust, but the inside is nice and fluffy. The tomato sauce is so yummy and not acidic and the cheese and toppings are very generously spread. If you are in the area, this place is a must visit. We will be back soon. read more

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