Kicking my last review up to 5 stars, as this is THE BEST pizza in the Mercer County/Trenton area. Worth the drive to try it. What do I say? - Pizza is great! - Pizza is great to go! - Pizza is great re-heated read more

Best tomato pie in robbinsville :) Tastes like actual pizza and the sauce is amazing. It's definitely more of an old-school vibe inside and very dated, but I love the outdoor seating area! They have tons of menu options. Service wasn't the best, but didn't affect our night. read more

Awesome pizza. Saw the Barstool, Dave Portnoy review on the app, and was in the area. Glad I stopped in! Delicious and very friendly staff! read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

Great pizza and massive amazing salad. Don't miss this place if you are in the area. In fact worth a road trip.

Took me a long time to get here, not sure why, but I'm glad I did. Stopped in for dinner before a meeting. Staff was super nice, had an old school Italian/pizza place vibe. Smelled so good. I ordered a small pie with mushrooms and sausage. Oh my! The sausage was out of this world, crumbled on top, big chunks. I would highly recommend sausage if you're a fan and the mushrooms were so fresh. Place has been there forever, but it was my first time...won't be my last. Go out of your way if you're in the area. read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - Thin, crispy, flavorful, loaded. So good. - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

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We just had an amazing experience at this pizzeria. We ordered a small Caesar salad, and honestly it was more than enough for two people -- incredibly fresh, full of flavor, and they definitely don't hold back on the ingredients. Every bite felt generous and well balanced. We also tried their famous mustard pizza with sausage, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The thin crust is perfectly baked, light, and crispy, making it easy on the palate and the stomach while still delivering bold, delicious flavor. The combination of mustard and sausage is unique and incredibly satisfying. What makes this place even more special is its more than 100 years of experience -- you can truly taste the tradition, craftsmanship, and passion in everything they serve. This is not just pizza; it's history and excellence on a plate. Highly recommended -- we'll definitely be coming back! read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - Cesar Caesar Salad - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

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Visited on a Saturday evening and glad I got a table immediately. We ordered the famous mustard pie and a regular pie with garlic and hot cherry peppers toppings. The mustard pie was a first for me, and it was interesting. I liked it, but I probably wouldn't order next time. It felt like something worth trying once. I liked the crust and taste of pizza here overall. read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - Large Mustard Pie - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

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You hear "mustard pie" and if you're like me you think, "WHAT?!" I'm telling you fam, go get one. We got one with garlic and sausage, and Mama Mia (or Papa Pia?) it was a home run. Service was fantastic - Haley did a great job. You dont need reservations but you may have to wait on a busy night. read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - Pepperoni garlic and mushroom - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

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The hype is real.. I won't sugar coat it. Papa's Tomato pie is one of the best pie's around. Trenton style is my favorite as I grew up in Ewing, NJ until I was 7 and my relatives still live in the Hamilton area. Papa's is located in a small strip mall on Robbinsville Allentown road just off of RT130. As you enter the restaurant you are brought back to the pizza spots of the past. Stained glass chandelier's adorn the ceiling over tables with checkerboard table cloths. Text on the header in the middle of the dining area reads "The oldest tomato pie restaurant in the United States." After my Dad, Son and I sat down our waitress came right over to take our drink order. After a quick look at the menu we ordered a large plain pie and a large 1/2 plain 1/2 mustard. My dad is a huge fan of mustard but wasn't sure how the pie would me. After a short wait out pie's arrived steaming at the table. The plain was crisp with 0 flop, had a fantastic sauce and the perfect amount of cheese. There isn't anything they could have done better. After inhaling two slices of plain it was on to a slice of the Mustard Pie. The mustard slice didn't look much different from the plain but you could see a little difference in the color of the sauce. As I took my first bite It reminded me of a eating a hamburger with ketchup and mustard. The mustard flavor was not overwhelming and I actually enjoyed it. All my dad could say is that its an "acquired tasted." If you like Trenton style Tomato Pie Papa's is one of the best. I only add restaurants to my top 5 pizza list now because they are so close. Papa's has made my top 5 along with Joey's in Hamilton. I drove about 40mins to try Papa's and I will be making the drive again. read more

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Two entrances 1. For Dine-In 2. Take-Out. I did take out. Very small if you have to wait indoors. Ordered the tomato pie w/sausage. The crust thin and crispy how I like it. The tomato sauce is good. Nothing special just good fresh sauce you'd expect. The sausage was good but a bit sparse. This place is legendary because of it history. I thought the pie was just good the crust was the stand out for me. read more

Another check on our pizza pilgrimage checklist and JUST AS GOOD AS ADVERTISED. Papa's is located at a small, quiet strip mall and we arrived on the day after July 4th at around 1PM. Even though there were a few parties inside already dining, there was plenty of space still. The restaurant was as old school as it gets - brown carpeting, tables with red vinyl coverings, ceiling lamps that look right out of the 1970s and nothing inside that screams modern. JUST THE WAY I LIKE IT. We were here for one thing and one thing only - THE TOMATO PIE! OK, we ordered a small house salad too, but we ordered the large 16" plain pie with absolutely no toppings. I wanted the pie as original as it gets and didn't want any toppings "polluting" the flavor of the pie. The pie came out piping hot. It was super thin and it might have been the crispiest pie I had everrrrrrr eaten in my life. The tomato flavor was all over the pie and the tanginess of the tomato was very evident with each crispy, crunchy bite. The first couple of slices had ZERO FLOP (as a certain pizza reviewer says), but as time passed, the slices began flopping a bit more. Nevertheless, I absolutely loved the pizza. For what it's worth, my wife thought it was just OK. Service throughout our meal was OK. It did seem like the waitresses were more friendly to other tables for some reason. Not sure why, but we didn't feel or get as much love as others. As of this writing, I hadn't been to Delucia's yet, but with no comparison and just reviewing Papa's by itself, it's a solid, solid, solid tomato pizza. read more

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- Thin, crispy pizza with tons of sauce. Good flavor, but a bit too crunchy. - Soft drinks aren't watered down but come full of ice and no free refills. - Toddler friendly with plenty of high chairs, booster seats, and take-out cups with lids. read more

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Standard Large Tomato Pie was delicious. Stopped by on our way to NY from Maryland. Not too far off I95 and has dog friendly tables outside the takeout door. read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

Honestly don't get what the hate for Trenton style tomato pies is. I get that this isn't the "traditional" tomato pie. But, it was delicious! I liked that the crushed tomato was spread through the pizza. It gave every bite a different flavor. If you're ever in Trenton please come here and try it for yourself. It's their twist on a classic pizza. read more

Great food, place seems consistently busy but is worth it. Great tomato pie and fair prices, we'll be back sometime soon.

One of the best pizza places in the area! Flavorful and just good tradition pizza tomato pie. Sauce was great. We got a large plain. We enjoy the bottom of the pizza a little well done for a good crisp. Would def order again. read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - Large plain Tomato Pie - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

Bring on that thin crisp hot pizza! Love it. I had their classic mustard pie and it didn't disappoint.

Papa's and nearby DeLorenzo's both serve very good tomato pies, but Papa's are honestly just a little more to my liking than DeLorenzo's pies. To me, the sauce at Papa's stands out a little more, and the importance of the sauce along with the crust, is what the pie is all about. That said, neither place's pies seem to be quite as good as those of my old fave, Mamma Rosa's, but that place is long closed, and I need to move on. Also I like the variety of other offerings at Papa's . DeLorenzos is just pies and salad. At Papa's you can get that plus pasta dishes and appetizers. I like their calamari as an appetizer, and the antipasto salad as well, but I usually pass on the pastas--I can do those at home. I'm there for the pie. Service is friendly, as the room is on the small size and seems crowded until you're seated. It's undeniably loud during a rush, but that's just how a place like that should be. People go there with their friends and families, and they celebrate. That's part of what makes it nice to visit. The vibe there is part of why I prefer Papa's too. It's just a more comfortable atmosphere for me than the one at DeLorenzo's, and the experience just adds to the flavor. read more

Papa's Pizza rocks!! It's a great neighborhood spot with family vibes and a mix of booths and table seating. The thin crust is awesome, light, crisp at the edges, and sturdy without feeling heavy. The mustard pie stands out in a surprising way with its sharp, tangy depth that cuts through the tomato and cheese. We also ordered a cheese pizza that was well executed. read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - PAPA'S ZA - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

Had this on my list of places to try. Didn't realize they were famous for their mustard pie. Was hoping to try a slice but they only offered it as a pie. We did get their traditional pie and their white pizza which both were phenomenal. The waitstaff was great. So happy with this outing and the pizza. Would definitely go back! read more

The place looks, feels, smells 100 yrs old....and it's got charm. Pies are really good. I'd put it just below De Lorenzo's. We weren't brave enough to get the mustard pie rating: 8.4 read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - Papa's tomato pie - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

I was not sold on this place at first mention, a "cracker" pizza, as my husband described it, sounded way too crunchy for my liking. I'm glad that I let my husband have what he wanted to try for a change, as I was very pleasantly surprised. Most delicious pizza I have ever eaten. Switching the order of the cheese and the sauce may be the only way I prefer to eat pizza from here on out. Highly recommend. read more

Service Dogs Not Welcome at Papa's Tomato Pies On July 6 my wife and I stopped at Papa's Tomato Pies in Robbinsville, NJ, with our service dog Lincoln, on our way back from filing paperwork at the NJ Supreme Court in Trenton -- where Lincoln is a familiar, welcomed face, having been there many times. He even knows the courthouse security routine by heart: vest and collar off, wait patiently while everything goes through the metal detector, then wait on the other side to get his gear back on before we head in. At Papa's, the waitress told us we could not come in with a service dog. We explained that under federal law, service dogs are permitted in restaurants. She went to the back, and a man named Mike came out and told us the owner does not want dogs in the establishment. We explained again that Lincoln is a service dog, not a pet, and is legally permitted to accompany me. The irony isn't lost on us: the NJ Supreme Court has never once questioned Lincoln's presence -- a dog who patiently goes through courthouse security like an old pro -- but a pizza restaurant did. Under the ADA, service dogs that are trained to perform tasks for a person with a disability must be allowed in public accommodations, including restaurants. This isn't a matter of restaurant policy or owner preference -- it's federal law. We've always liked Papa's, but from now on we'll be going to De Lorenzo's, where service dogs are welcome. Depending on whether the owner reaches out, we're considering filing a formal complaint. read more

Okay, I know there are a lot of pizza reviews going around, thank you Bar Stool Sports and pizza is very subjective but this is probably the best pizza I have ever eaten. Papa's is in Robbinsville, a quaint but growing town in Mercer County, NJ. It is one of the original pizza restaurants in NJ. The environment is very old school - eat at grandma's kitchen vibe but the pizza is worth the trip. I went across the street to another pizza place that is doing a huge business but their pies are new wave and just okay. Papa's is authentic crispy crust, tangy sauce pizza. If you are in the area, I highly recommend them! read more

Had the regular tomato pie. Got it to go and sat on the deck. The entire staff was super friendly and welcoming. Worth the detour. Easy 5 stars. Excellent pie. read more

4.5. Really good Pizzaria in the area! We tried the mustard pie and it was delicious! We ordered takeout and it was ready within 15 minutes. Service was quick and proactive. read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - Mustard Pie - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

As someone who's a history buff I jumped at the chance to mix two of my favorite things which is history and pizza since this is the oldest family run pizza place in America and the second oldest overall. But sadly I could only do takeout as I had somewhere else to be. I walked up to the takeout counter the clerk took my order and I waited 15mins outside on the porch. You can also call in the order ahead for pickup. The pizza itself was good it's just simple dough and tomato sauce but it was still good read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

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8/23/25 - Pre-gaming took place at a restaurant called Papa's Tomato Pies in Robbinsville, NJ. They market the place as the oldest tomato pie restaurant in the country as it was opened in 1912. Just to remind you, a tomato pie is basically a pizza with cheese on the bottom and sauce on top. This pie is nothing short of amazing. It is in the conversation of the best pizza I have ever eaten. Ever. There's no bad things to report here so on to the good: The sauce is the best I ever tasted. Sorry Mom. It is the star of the show. The words "I want to bath in this sauce" may have come out of my mouth. The pies are what they refer to as thin crust. Those are not normally my favorite but the sauce and cheese are so savory, that they could put it on a cracker and I'd still order it. The crust is crunchy, chewy and baked to perfection. There's not even a hint of dryness. And surprisingly, for a thin pie, it is not limp at all. The cheese is 100% premium whole milk mozzarella. You will taste the difference. There was no wait time at all... we were seated immediately upon arrival. The staff is friendly, attentive and not overbearing. And after some of my recent restaurant visits that were subpar, this turned out to be exactly the pie I have been seeking. Perfection. Overall Rating: A+ read more

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What a place!!! Our server was a sweetie, careful, helpful, and attentive. The pizza was the best in the area! I would gladly return. BUT! They have the worst men's room I've ever seen! - I will never return! read more

Oh my goodness!!! I stopped at a place in this strip mall, and my friend happens to be a tomato pie enthusiast. We pivoted and ate here. What a delightful surprise. The ambiance is non-assuming and decorated similar to my great grandparents Italian home. Lots of family photos, and accolades. Accompanied by the hospitable servers, it was a homey feeling. The tomato pies were more similar to red top - light and sweet sauce. The game changer for me was the crust. It was crunchy and light - my personal favorite style. I easily ate half a pie. I also had a cup of soup, which had amazing flavor but lacked and substantial chicken. I would focus on their pizza. :) read more

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This place is so old school in its aesthetic that it's charming. My 2 year old loves their meatballs & we love love the mustard pie with hot cherry peppers! It's definitely best if eaten there & definitely worth the visit! read more

My apologies in advance for the lack of photographic evidence. My work team and I visited Papa's for a team lunch. This restaurant is a family-owned business that has been around since the early 1900's. When you enter the restaurant, the decor definitely gives you an old-school vibe. Papa's is well known for their mustard pie. When I learned of this, my immediate reaction was...."ew!" However, being the somewhat adventurous and curious person I am, I tried a slice. I'll say that the mustard pie actually wasn't that bad. Was it the greatest thing ever? No. But it wasn't bad and I would eat it again if given the opportunity. Their regular tomato pie was pretty good. Their pizzas have a nice crispy crust to them, but they're not cracker thin. It seemed to be just the right amount of crust, not too thick and not too thin. The service was friendly, quick and efficient. Overall, we had a pretty good experience here. read more

Classico is my favorite in the area and I grew up on DeLorenzo's. But don't sleep on Papa's. When Mike is making the pie, it is absolutely delicious. Stands up to anybody's in the area. Waitress was attentive and service was top notch. read more

Love this place. Best pie in the area. My friend and I also ordered the small antipasto which is perfect for 2 people. We brought our own wine. Go early because it gets crowded. Great prices. read more

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A solid thin crust pie with fresh salad and tasty meatballs! April was a great server. My dining companions said it is usually loaded, but we came for a late lunch and food was quick and delicious. Cannolis are filled fresh and tiramisu was not made in house but tasty. The front door is around the corner to prevent a cold breeze. And I love to support a family-owned place that has been around since 1946 or maybe longer. read more

Papa's Tomato Pies - Tomato Pie - Pizza Near Me - Robbinsville, New Jersey

For those of us that are suckers for 'Best Pizza in NJ' lists (guilty as charged!) - Robbinsville almost always has two joints that make their way into the conversation. With the fam finally in the area (visiting the BAPS temple/campus - another review for another time) I had to drag them here so we could give our two cents on the subject. Do they really deserve to be rubbing elbows with the likes of Razza and Kinchley's Tavern or are they a bit overrated (looking directly at you, Star Tavern)? Is it worth an hour-plus drive (for a Yankee, like myself?) just to see what the fuss was about adding mustard (never a condiment I much cared for, to be honest) to pizza was all about? I'd seen more than a few reviews that downplay the mustard-factor, like you might not even notice it. Ahhhh... you can smell it as they're bringing the pie to your table, you can see a line of it 'tracing' the entire inner circumference of the crust and you can most definitely taste it in the sauce. (The rest of my family actually preferred the regular/standard pie over the mustard one.) The irrefragable (whoa - someone's dusty diploma is proud right about now) truth of the matter is... Papa's makes a damn fine pie. I'm happy we stopped by. I'd definitely come again if I was ever in this part of Jersey again, for sure. (But I don't think they'd make my 'Top 10 Pizza List'.) In a bit of happenstance - on the way out I decided to snap a few pictures outside of Papa's when a lady struck up a conversation with me. It turns out that it was her (late) husband that had done all of the signs for the restaurant. Our chat lasted two minutes (tops) but it was a lovely little moment that had me cherishing the visit here just a wee bit more. Good varied menu (seafood, chicken, pasta, etc.). Simple, clean restaurant. Decent pricing. BYOB. Cool staff. Parking lot (shared with a few other businesses). read more

Ordered take-out at the restaurant. Friendly staff. Quick turn-around. Wings were huge - most importantly, they weren't raw! Antipasto was awesome!! read more

We were here for dinner. This place is located inside a strip mall. Plenty of parking. Place were pretty busy but we didn't have to wait for long. The mustard pie were unique. The tomato pie were delicious. Can't complain about the service. Highly recommended! read more

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Another tomato pie spot that you can't order by the slice but let me start by saying this place blows the other pizza place in town out of the water. The crust is so much better than the other place in town and not dry and crackery. Sauce had great taste and the garlic & oil on the pie is just the extra touch of flavor that you truly need. Awesome spot with such a cool, old school feel. It has the same feel as a Pizza Hut from the 90s. Old stained glass light fixtures, big red plastic cups and red and white checkered table cloth. It's been around for ever and you can tell why. Service was great and the waitress made some great suggestions. I went with a half plain pie because you always have to try out the plain pie when visiting a pizza spot for the first time and the other half was meatball and ricotta which was amazing too. The meatball was packed with flavor and the ricotta was so light and just the perfect amount of sweet. Desserts were amazing as well! I got the mini cannoli and the tiramisu, both were superb. Great spot with an awesome vibe, definitely worth the trip here and best pizza in the local area! read more

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Hard to believe it took us so long to get over to Papa's and try their tomato pie but we finally made it and I'm so glad we did. Inside is cozy with a homey feel. Unassuming. Feels like eating at my family's house. Our server, Paige, was fantastic. We ordered bruschetta and meatballs to start. Tomato pies and vodka rigs for meals. Finished with tiramisu, cannolis, and coffee. I'm stuffed. The pizza was amazing and it's clear why they received an 8.9 from Barstool's pizza review. Meatballs were delicious. The crust on the pie has the perfect crispy crunch and the sauce is perfect. We'll be back soon!!! read more

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