The service & food was perfect! We had a good time and really enjoyed our meal. We are vegetarian & didn't realize that the rice balls would have meat in them, but that's my mistake. The dining room looks like it has the original furniture & decor. Our server was very sweet & made us laugh a couple times. They could get rid of the single use plastic cups & straws but I don't hold that against them. Their pizza is between regular & deep dish. They put plenty of sauce & cheese. It's the best pizza around and the old school vibe and decor make for a great experience. read more

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Old school vibes. Loved it. I sat at the bar and must've had about 5 ICE COLD beer. Went with 2 friends and we split everything. Meatballs- Very good Rice balls- Good Clams Oreganata- Good Long Hots with sausage and potato- Excellent The pizzas are the star of the show. It's legit. I can't wait to come here again. This should be your go to pizza spot in Passaic County. The food is also very food. Come with some friends or fam or solo at the bar. You will leave satisfied read more

Patsy's Tavern & Restaurant - Half pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

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Delicious pizza with a unique crust, really cool atmosphere. We also got the rice ball and it was really good. Old school service and vibe inside. read more

First time customer although my friends have been raving about Patsy's for years. Residential area of Paterson, so on the street parking can be a challenge (get there early). Ambiance was old school corner bar, wooded decor, dim lights and large seating area in the back. First we had the calamari in a tasty mild sauce which was excellent. Mozzarella stick were standard bar fare. Now the pizza, very well prepared, generous with the toppings and tasty sauce and Decent crust. The staff was friendly, and remember CASH ONLY. Glad I finally made then scene and look forward to another visit. read more

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Lives up to the hype. We sat at the bar and waited for our table. Forgot his name but our bartender was great. Big personality and let us know what we needed to try. Once we sat out waitress who had and even bigger personal was also fantastic. Pizza was great and the sausage long hot platter hit the spot. If it were a little closer and better area would be regulars. read more

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Great pizza. Super crispy and thin. A little heavy on the sauce too and I love that. My daughter and I love this place. Fast service and a great old school tavern atmosphere. And it's a great price for a large pie at around 18 total including tax. read more

The service was great but really is the only redeeming quality. The restaurant ambiance hasn't been touched in 100 years and has some historic value, but could definitely use some TLC. The salad was ok, but the pizza had the crust of Chuck E. Cheese. Was not greasy and was plain. The penne vodka was good but not great. The chicken parm sandwich was very good and was the highlight, but I do wish the bread was a bit crispier, but the flavors were delicious! read more

Finally made it to this legendary spot! We were the first ones there on a Saturday evening as soon as they opened and grabbed seats at the bar. The bartender was super nice and took care of us with no issues and i felt the food came out relatively fast. For food we got a large plain pie, rice balls, and penne vodka.. I LOVED the food. This place is not just legendary for their pizza, the other food holds its own, no question. The rice balls and pasta were both so delicious and i was pleasantly surprised. The pizza without a doubt was unique, crispy, and amazing. I would absolutely come back here, i really really thought it was great. Only reason I'm giving it 4 stars is that the inside is SO old. I know its part of the experience and there's something great about keeping a place old and original but its not my thing. Totally understand it though. Also I'm sure when this place opened the area was fine - now you got to drive through the hood to get here, not somewhere I'd like to be when the sun goes down. read more

What a place.....Gotta go, gotta bring your family and friends. Patsys forces you to be happy, feel good, and love food. Great prices and legit martinis read more

Found this neighborhood gem during COVID while doing a recommended pizza crawl. At the time there was no indoor dining because of COVID. While we had been twice during COVID this was our first time dining in. Quaint no frills ambience steeped in a lot of history. Don't think much has changed in many years other than the prices. Staff there is warm and inviting. What makes the pizza so good is the crispy flaky crust...yes flaky. So good. Ordered an appetizer of mussels that was so good we dug into it before we could take a good photo. App came with homemade Italian bread which was so yummy. Bring cash or your ATM card as cash is King here...they do have an onsite ATM to withdraw money for dinner. Reservations are a must if coming on a Friday or Saturday night as the place is packed. Parking can be a challenge as this is clearly a neighborhood Tavern and Pizzeria. Highly recommend!!! read more

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Pizza is very greasy if you like that then you'll be fine. The salad was not fresh and still served. Not really sure what all the craze is about read more

Absolutely rock-solid classic bar pie. Been trying to get to this legendary tavern forever and it was worth the wait. It is an absolute institution for a good reason. The crust is super crispy and stands straight out when holding it up which is always a great sign. Very good bake on the bottom. The sauce does not stand out but they avoid the new habit of a lot of places to add sugar. Regardless, it is plenty good. The cheese is very good as well but the crust is definitely the star of the show. A bonus is they actually have seating, unlike several of the other top NJ pizza places that have either none or just a few tables. Great ambiance and very fun old photos on the walls. I have been on a quest to find the absolute best pizza in the northern half of Jersey and this place definitely ranks up there. I have had two slightly better pizzas in my travels but top 3 in the state with the greatest pizza on the planet ain't too shabby. Anyone from another state that claims they have better pizza than NJ is delusional. So, excellent pizza. Top shelf. Can't go wrong. read more

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Came here after a friend recommended it. Was very pleased with the pizza. Its in a very random location. I'd read some reviews about parking being tough, but there seemed to be plenty of spots available when I visited (weekday early dinner). I'm usually not the fan of thin crust pizza, but I really liked this. Crust wasn't super thin. And the pizza, while simple (half sausage, half pep) was delicious. Warning: it does come out super hot. I'd rate this as one of my top thin crust pizza places in NJ along with Star. Cash only read more

Patsy's Tavern & Restaurant - Pizza Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

Classic New Jersey bar pie. It is a must visit for pizza aficionados. Located just inside Paterson.

A must go to make. Have reservations at any time tues-Saturday even the bar a must go place to go great food severice and all read more

Patsy's Tavern & Restaurant - Broccoli robe - Pizza Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

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I've been wanting to try this spot for a long time. It's been hard trying to order from them given their working hours, but I'm glad I finally had it. I discovered this spot from Dave Portnoy's review, giving it a very high score. Rugged looking from the outside but the inside is a nice family dinner type of ambiance. Everyone was friendly and welcoming. We ordered a large pie. It was piping hot, thin, saucy and crispy. My favorite part of their pizza is the crust and their sauce. The sauce has a different flavor than what I'm used to. I give this pie an 8.2...and 5 stars on Yelp! read more

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This place is unbelievable it is so amazing. The pizza the salad the mozzarella sticks. Everything is amazing I get it at least once a month for a treat and it never disappoints. I have dined in before and it is just so much better I always go with my grandparents they have been going there for years and it is still amazing and don't even get me started on the meatballs on the pizza probably the best meatball I have ever had. Service was amazing our waitress was amazing she was very nice. And the ambiance was great overall and I love restaurants that are kind of dark on the inside and the e feeling on the inside just felt at home . So overall this place is amazing and so good to bring anyone to if they love pizza. read more

Pizza was good our server screwed up our order land gave us our pie with the wrong topping . Honestly food was good but service is terrible in every way read more

Excellent old style Italian cooking in an atmosphere that makes you feel at home. The servers were all happy to help make your dinning experience memorable. Try the broccoli rabe and the eggplant rollatini I promise you won't be disappointed. Just make sure you have a reservation (call Jill) when dining at peak times because Patsy's is no longer a secret treasure. read more

You have to get here, period. It's a classic. The ambiance and the service is top notch. This place is out of a dream if you like hidden holes in the wall that are famous in an age and a time where they don't even fit! I couldn't detect that anything in this place didn't exist when it was first opened. You have a beautiful wooden bar, dining room, and even a phone booth! And now, the pizza. Easily on the NJ Mount Rushmore of pizza. This place is phenomenal. It is hard to add to what has already been said, but if you can make it here, please do. What a trip down memory lane, and what a fantastic pizza. The crust is a perfect thin, the cheese to sauce ratio is wonderful, and the sauce itself is top notch. I don't usually keep eating when I'm full, but I definitely did here. read more

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Nasty owner. Just nasty. Stay away. The hospitality business is about taking care of people. It's about feeding their stomachs and their souls. Drove my father 35 minutes because he was in the mood for pizza, and this place has great reviews. The owner's wife was so rude and disgusting that I decided to leave and drive home instead of wait or eat in the bar area. Just because you are blessed enough to have loyal customers and a reputation that sustains your business, does not mean that you can be rude. As somebody who has "worked the door" in many, many busy situations, poise and manners are paramount. There is no food worth sacrificing my dignity for. I wish everybody would suddenly stop going, and this teach this lady a lesson. Sucess has made her ungrateful and unappreciative of those coming to eat at her restaurant. It is possible to tell people there will be a long wait, or explain the options, with compassion and gratitude. Her attitude was disgusting. STAY AWAY. Eat pizza elsewhere. read more

It is with great joy that I get to relax... Finally! I can now check off finding my favorite pizza in New Jersey from the to-do list. I cannot believe it has taken so long. So long to find out about and finally try the pizza from this historic place! And this is in no way a knock on any of the other well-made pizzas I have reviewed that this state has to offer. This is different... A different kind of pie. So different from my favorite slice in my native New York, but so good for some of the same reasons. Incredibly crispy crust with a thin layer of airiness... Perfect ratio of sauce to cheese... Some might consider it a saucy pie, but this is the perfect amount of both flavors to thrive in harmony. The place has an old-world charm, the other dishes (in pictures) were all enjoyable -- BUT THE PIZZA!!! (O... M... G...!!!) read more

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We came , we tried, we wont be back. We really wanted to like them! Unfortunately The place is pretty much all hype for people that dont know any better. The pizza was ok at best. The sauce is uneventful, same goes for all their other sauces. Their meatballs were dry and chicken parm was meh. Also, I get the whole nostalgia thing, keeping the place looking old school but some things need a facelift. There are way better places for pizza and italian food, this one though was not for me. Best of luck read more

Went on a Thursday at 5:30 (had to make reservations) Place was pretty empty when we arrived but it was still very early. We ordered the broccoli rabe with oil and garlic, garlic bread, and a plain cheese pie. My father and I each had a house wine to go with our meal. The broccoli rabe and garlic bread as an appetizer were delicious. The pizza was also delicious and exactly like it should taste not too much sauce just the right amount of cheese. The atmosphere was definitely old school Italian and I loved our waitress. I don't remember her name but she was delightful. Telling us the specials, asking us if everything was good, did we need anything else and just talking about everything with my husband and my father made us feel like we were at home with a relative on a Sunday (If your Italian you know). Only thing I didn't like was the parking on the street. We parked pretty close but couldn't imagine on a weekend. By the time we left the place was packed. I also ordered to go a Chicken Parmesan Sandwich for my son after he ate it he said it was the best chicken parm he's had in a very long time. Now I want to go back and try some other dishes to see how they are. All in all a great place for pizza. read more

Been going to Patsys my whole life except the last 5 years or so but now for about a year I have been going back at least monthly because the food is beyond amazing. The chicken parm sandwich OMGGGG yummy!!! Def recommend paper thin delicious chicken and sauce!! Great food and people who all work there. read more

Pizza is very good but different taste like there's Bisquick in the Crust it is thin, but crisp and flaky didn't love the meatballs, but everybody else seems to guess it's me waitresses are sassy and fun. Great experience all around. read more

I heard about this place after watching Dave Portnoy's pizza review. I've never tried any of the places that Dave rated so I wasn't sure if I could rely on his opinion. I took a chance because I knew from watching his reviews, it sounded like he and I like similar pizza. I decided to get pick up. First bite, not going to lie, it was so fresh out of the oven that I burned the roof of my mouth and thought the pizza wasn't that great. It was good but not great. Sure, the crust was crunchy but I thought it wasn't that great. Disappointed, I took it home (a 20 min ride) and it was still hot! But more surprising than that was the pizza has totally transformed and tasted wayy better than when I first tried it and the crust was still crunchy! The hype is real! It's an amazing pie. Thanks Patsy's and thanks Dave! read more

Patsy's Tavern & Restaurant - Garbage Pie Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

The food is very good. Family style servings. The only thing is you need to make a reservation prior to going... luckily we were able to get seating at the bar since we went as soon as it opened. read more

Patsy's Tavern & Restaurant - Cheese pizza - Pizza Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

4 1/2 stars Saw post on another website about great pizza places in NJ, so we had to give it try. Patsy's is an old bar / restaurant that you might not even go into if you didn't know about it. Love the welcoming feeling you get when you walk in. Service was excellent. Was still full from last nights dinner so we only ordered one appetizer. Long hots with potatoes and crumbled sausage. The potatoes and sausage were perfect... nice and crispy. The overall flavor was excellent!! One of the best I've had. We ordered a pie with onions and sausage. Crust was thin and perfectly crispy. Wasn't doughy which I really like. Will definitely go back when we are not still stuffed!! Would like to try other items. read more

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I've been going to Patsy's for almost 70 years. Been to most of the places in NY and NJ, but Patsy's blows them all away. The absolute best in texture, taste, and price. My parents went there, my sisters & I went there, now my kids go there. I hope this place remains in business forever. read more

Patsy's Tavern & Restaurant - Pizza Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

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The food was soo good that I forgot to take a photo! Old school charming place , amazing customer service and the Sauce is The Best ! The menu is limited but the best food , huge quantity and moderately priced. read more

When a colleague of mine spoke highly of this place and then Dave Portnoy gave it a 9.1, we HAD to try it. The place has that old-fashioned aura to it. Nestled in a neighborhood that looks like it hasn't been touched since the 1930s in Paterson, Patsy's is another one in a line of legendary Jersey pizzerias that you have to check out. I've eaten a lot of pizza in my life and this one definitely stands out. My wife ordered a well-done plain pizza (she LOVED it) and I selected half sausage and onion and the other half plain. Upon first glance at the pizza, the raised crust is distinctive. The sauce was very tasty with the perfect amount of cheese. The sausage and onion did not overpower the pizza and complemented it well. One bite into a slice and you can see what makes it different. The bottom is very crispy - almost like chewing into a well cooked apple pie. For those who love thin crust, this could be your ideal haven. I'm more of a doughy thick slice pizza person but it was still very good. The waitress was extremely friendly and Jill, one of the co-owners accommodated our reservation perfectly. We also ordered garlic bread and we're glad we chose it as an appetizer. It was very buttery with just the right amount of garlic. Give Patsy's a shot and enjoy your pie! read more

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Open the door and you step back in time. The place is charming and the service was good. Started off with a dirty martini, it was fair - could've used more olive brine. We ordered mussels which were served with the top shell off, easier for eating but made the portion of 12 look small. The sauce was good, but not great. We enjoyed the appetizer special of long hot peppers with sausage and potatoes. We split a sausage pie and was looking forward to the flaky crust described by others. I am not sure if it was an off night, but the crust while thin was not flaky but instead seemed hard and difficult to chew. I'm glad we tried it, curiosity has been satisfied, but I wouldn't go out of my way to go again. read more

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Some things never change, and in Patsy's case, that's a good thing. I've been coming here for decades with my dad, who has been coming here since the 1960s. Walking inside is like taking a step back in time. Still the best crust out there! read more

From the outside looks like your typical old school urban tavern. Inside very simple but all the memorabilia gives it character. Owners are so nice & friendly. Although we had reservations for 8pm on a Saturday night we were pretty much told they were done serving at exactly 9. However, The owners did extend the time for us to finish our drinks, dessert & coffee and wait for our uber. I would definitely go back! My pictures say it all! Pizza crust was pastry-like. The sauce and toppings were delish. CASH ONLY read more

Patsy's Tavern & Restaurant - Pizza Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

I've been going to Patsy's for 67 years and NEVER had a bad meal. I make sure now when I visit My family we all go at least once during my visits. My favorite are the hot mussels and Meat Ball Pizza. We are in our 4th generation in our family eating and enjoying at Patsy's!! read more

So I had been hearing I about this place for awhile so I decided to make the trip. They opened at 4:30pm the day I wanted to order so I called right as the clock hit 4:30pm. Very nice person answered, took my order and told me it would be ready at 6:30pm. Fast forward to 6:15pm, I arrived a bit early due to the roads being empty and checked in at the back entrance, as instructed when I placed my order. PLEASE NOTE THAT THEY ARE CASH ONLY. I didn't know this was the case but they have an ATM on site. I paid and was told they would bring out the pizza when it was ready, which only took about 10 mins, which isn't bad for a Saturday night. Now to the pizza. The crust has a different taste and texture than other places I have been to. The dough reminded me of pizza dough with a bit of a cracker texture. It's not thin enough that it cracked when you bite into it but it was surprising. And absolutely delicious. It was cooked perfectly and the flavor was amazing. Now I know why I've been hearing nothing but great things. A+ read more

Patsy's Tavern & Restaurant - Large Pepperoni Pie - Pizza Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

Going to Patsys is like going to see your grandma and having dinner with your cousins. Everything is old and the food is great. I like to sit at the bar and talk to Carlos. I'm not a pizza lover but I order it here. It's crispy and full of flavor. Order a small pie because its a large size pizza at other pizzerias. read more

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I read about Patsy's being the best pizza around. Personally, I would say it was decent. The customer service wasn't the best. The pizza itself, however, is what I was really looking forward to. The crust was amazing! Super thin and crunchy. Cooked to perfection. What I didn't enjoy very much was the sauce. It tasted a little too sweet for my licking. 3 stars is what I would give it. read more

Patsy's Tavern & Restaurant - Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Paterson, New Jersey

Patsy's has been around since 1931; from the looks of it not much has changed since then. I had never heard of Patsy's prior to the day of my visit, but apparently my dad read about them on a list of NJ's best pizza. As many other reviews state, it's not in the best part of Paterson but it doesn't feel unsafe. We were told that it was a 40+ minute wait for a party of 4; a little disheartening, but we were already there. The waiting area doesn't have much in the way of seats. The bar was already full and there was a small table with a random assortment of chairs there. Once those were freed up my family I sat and waited...and waited. Finally we were seated and by that time we'd built up quite an appetite. So to start we ordered a rice ball and antipasto. They were both solid; not the greatest, certainly not the worst. Just plain good. We ordered a garbage pie and a pepperoni/mushroom pie. The pies took another 40ish minutes to come out. The garbage pie had a lot going on, and not in a good way. I wasn't really able to discern all of the toppings, they kind of all just melted together. The pepperoni/mushroom pie was a lot better. This was surprising to me as I typically like pizzas with all the topping. It seemed that the 2 toppings played well with the crust and allowed it to keep a better form; the garbage pie had a lot of spillage. All that said, the pizzas were just okay. They were unique in that they were like a thin crust pizza but the edges were raised. They certainly weren't bad but I don't think I'd wait again. Carry-out might be an option if I lived closer, but alas, I don't. If you're REALLY into thin crust pizza I guess you should give Patsy's a shot. Patsy's isn't bad but it really isn't a 'must-visit' in my opinion. read more

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