I thought I'd previously found the closest thing to NY pizza I could find in central Florida, then I visited Sal's and was proven wrong. THIS is everything a NY slice should be. Everything from the cheese, the thickness of the crust, the cook of the crust, to the oily drips on my plate. I'm tired of "NY style" pizza in FL. It's great to have found a true NY slice here! That said, I left with 4 or five slices and forgot to get pics of them all because I was being greedy. I got a pepperoni, plain cheese, vodka, the vodka w the penne on it, a BBQ chicken slice and another one that was mostly sauce with two drops of like ricotta or something. They were all good! The BBQ sauce might've been a little on the sweeter side for my taste, but otherwise great pizza! read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Pepperoni Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Wish I had grabbed some pictures, but this was a quick stop on our way out of Orlando on the way to Tampa, and so glad we did! If you could transport a traditional pizza parlor out of Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Queens and drop it in Orlando, this would be the spot. I can't be sure, but it felt family-owned by multiple generations of guys working behind the counter, taking pride and care in the pies they were making. It almost was like a pizza ice cream parlor in this fact that their slices were on display behind a glass counter and were impossible to choose. The dining area was larger than it looked in this strip mall setting, and the bathrooms were clean, as were all the tables, making it feel more like a restaurant than a quick slice shop. The sliced portions were generous, and the selection ranged from traditional slices, such as meat lovers, veggie, to more exotic Neapolitan and a vodka sauce-inspired slice that they were proud to have me try. We also ordered a Caesar salad that had a great taste and crisp lettuce, which is a must! At the end of the day, Sal's Pizza Bar was a great find. I appreciated the pride and love put into these pies and the service that we received. read more

Was recommended this place by multiple friends and as my husband is a big pizza lover, we decided to check it out. Location is good, easy to access from I-4. Very small interior so we decided to take our order to go. Probably took about 15-20 minutes to get our pizza and garlic knots. Got the Sweet Thai Chili pizza as we are lovers of this flavor and it was so fun & different. Lots of chicken and tons of sauce. Tbh I think I'd prefer the sauce as the base and could ditch the marinara completely since it doesn't add anything. But's a great pizza! The garlic knots were nothing to write home about. Very standard garlic knots and marinara. Pretty pricy for a full pizza, though the slices are large. Overall we would stop here again but I wouldn't say I'd rave about it. read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Garlic Knots (6) - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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The atmosphere was cute, I ordered a pepperoni pizza with the honey hot on it, it honestly just tasted like honey that was sitting on top of pizza crust that was so thin I could use it to write a letter, I was told such good things about this place and sadly my experience was more than subpar. read more

In town for universal and looked at reviews and choose this place. Pizza was good, vodka sauce is my favorite. The place was packed on a Sunday night which was a sign I knew it would be good. I got a plain cheese, but other pizzas at the tables looked better. I'd live to come back and try some fresh mozzarella and the other pies. read more

Food was just amazing. Service was that of a diner and very upbeat. Ambience made me feel like i was back up north, lol but in a good way. read more

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There's always talk about WHERE IN FLORIDA can you find actual NEW YORK style PIZZA! And let me just say Sal's pizza is 10/10 Everything looked so good I ordered the Vodka pizza which is literally my fav. It was EVERYTHING, fresh, hot, cheesepull , saucey, crisp bottom & crust. 100000% just SOOOO good! I will definitely return !!!! read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Vodka Sauce Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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My old favorite New York style pizza restaurant from the time I was a kid--Pisa Pizza--recently closed, and my family was devastated. Coming "back home" to visit my family this month, I searched for the best NY pizza in Orlando and up came Sal's Pizza Bar. We decided to stop in yesterday for lunch, and opened the doors to a casual, comfortable ambiance. We approached the counter where we were met by a sweet staff member and ordered a few things to share. We got a house salad with Italian dressing, a penne alla vodka pasta, and a NY cheese pizza (18" round). The salad was crisp and refreshing, perfect for a warm summer late afternoon. The pasta was creamy and tasty, and was super saucy which I love. The main attraction, our classic pizza, affectionately known in NY as an "orange slice" was absolutely perfect. The crust held up so nicely and didn't flop... the cheese was salty and delicious... the sauce was light and savory... and the oil dripping off made it feel that much more authentic. We loved everything, and felt our already high expectations were somehow exceeded. We will definitely be back to try more! read more

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Stopped in for dinner after visiting Walt Disney World. Ordered the 6 garlic knots to start since they said it would be about 30 minutes for the pizza. The knots had plenty of garlic, but could have been warmer. Ordered the meat lovers pizza, which is a medium. The pizza has bacon, pepperoni and sausage slices (lengthwise). The flavor was good and the pepperoni has some spice. I would have liked it cooked a little longer. But, since it was my first time dining, did not know to ask. The dining area was packed. They have one long table and a few other smaller ones. If you sit at the long table, you will be dining with others. There is a tv in the bar area. read more

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Probably the best pizza I've had! PERIOD!!! The folks at the restaurant are amazing. Very friendly and so humble. Sal is actually working be hind the former and we spoke for a minute. The food is so good. If you are in the area, YOU HAVE TO STOP BY AND EAT!!!! read more

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I think we found one of our new pizza spots in Orlando! Sal's is in a new-feeling plaza, a smaller building but still a good amount of seating, both indoor and outdoor. We wanted to try a few things, so we started with the garlic knots and a slice of vodka pizza! The garlic knots had a lot of garlic on them (the best way to be) and were cute and small! The vodka slice was a big hit - I'm not normally a huge vodka slice gal, but it was really great! The cheese was so fresh and the crust was a perfect texture. The 2 full size pizzas we got were great as well; the pepperoni and hot honey was classic and the prosciutto and arugula pizza had a good mix of ingredients without being all arugula. Again, the crust and cheese are standouts here! The slices are thin without being too floppy. Service was prompt and polite, and I can't wait to come back! read more

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Friends told me about this place. After 4 days of mega con . Me and my buddy were HUNGRY. Came here and got the 18 inch vodka sauce and buratta pizza. Absolutely amazing. Definitely coming back here read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

So I stroll into Sal's Pizza Bar in Orlando because apparently every local within a 10-mile radius has decided it is their personal mission to tell me, "YOU HAVE TO TRY THE UPSIDE-DOWN SICILIAN." When strangers start giving you pizza instructions with the intensity of a flight attendant during turbulence, you go. Right away, the staff is super friendly--like, "if you need anything, even emotional support, we got you" friendly. The menu is enormous. I'm convinced Sal printed it on a scroll somewhere in the back and they just keep adding items like it's a medieval prophecy. The atmosphere screams Brooklyn comes to Orlando in a pizza place. Nice. The food: First up: the classic cheese slice. Thin crust, nice flop, enough oil sliding down my arm to moisturize me for the next three days. This is the kind of slice where you instinctively fold it even if you're not from New York. The only issue? It wasn't hot. It was the temperature of pizza that's been sitting in a conversation too long. Tasty--but it had "warming tray trust issues." Then the upside-down Sicilian arrives. Cheese on the bottom, sauce on top. Basically a Sicilian slice that wanted to cosplay as Chicago deep dish but didn't want to fully commit. Thick, bready, saucy, the kind of slice that could double as a self-defense weapon if needed. Flavor? Really good. Hotness level? Eh... more "warm hug" than "fresh out of the oven." Overall, Sal's is a cool spot. Tons of options, great people, solid pizza. But the hype had me expecting a spiritual awakening. I was ready for a slice to float down from the ceiling while an Italian grandmother whispered blessings in the background. Instead, I got "very good, slightly lukewarm pizza," which drops my rating from a celestial five to a practical four. Still worth checking out--just ask them to serve it hot enough that you briefly question whether touching it was a mistake. read more

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I've heard too many good things about this place that I had to make the 45 minute drive to check it out for myself. We walk in and the place is poppin', the case is filled with deliciousness and I felt like a kid in a candy shop... but even better, a pizza shop! I wished they would've had labels for each of their pizzas but the person helping us was kind enough to quickly go through everything with us. You can also order pastas, whole pizzas, etc. We decided to grab a few slices, garlic knots, a spinach pin wheel and everything was so so good! Honestly you can't go wrong with anything, I would literally try a new pizza every time I came because I love that they offer unique slices. read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Came here for the first time last week, got the cheese pizza, and it was a good New York style pie. Pizza was thin, large slices, and tasted pretty close to New York pizza. The inside of the place was really cool. They had a brick oven that you can see how they make the pizza. Staff was nice, but the weight was pretty long. read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Cheese pizza - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

In town for a quick get away and decided it's pizza night for the big UM v/s Notre Dame 2025 College Season (go CANES!!!). We ordered a 18" meat lovers pizza, 12 garlic rolls and mozzarella sticks. The food was fresh, tasted great and was ready on time. The restaurant was packed and the foods was being cranked out. Nice place to eat and do a take out orders. The prices were fair and worth it. read more

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This place is amazing! I tries two different pizzas: the pepperoni and the upside down scilian, which were both were equally as good. The pepperoni has a thin but crisp crust with a good amount of cheese and toppings on it! The crust is delightful. The upside down scilian is a must try! Think focaccia bread but in pizza form. Very light and tasty. All ingredients were fresh and tastes even better the next day! read more

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I've been back a few times and service has improved greatly. Never have a complaint about the pizza. Recently stopped in for a vodka and marg slice, and they were great. They did have live music that day, but in my opinion, the space is too small for this so we opted to sit outside. read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I was driving around starving and in the mood for something cheesy. We came across Sal's Pizza bar as one of the restaurants with best yelp reviews in the area. We decided to stop by for a quick bite & refreshing drink while spending a fun day of shopping. We got our order started with a nice cold San Pellegrino sparkling water & a nice cold draft Peroni. We ordered a slice of cheese pizza and another dish, which I'm not sure of the name, but it kind of looked like a croissant stuffed with cheese and Parmesan chicken. The chicken dish was the best one. It came with a side sauce of marinara which we were told was made in house daily. There are some nice looking boxes with assortment of cookies you can purchase to go! Plenty of indoor space, and a nice sunny/shadded outdoor seating area. Sal himself was at the pizza place wishing all patrons happy holidays and checking to make sure that everybody's order was satisfactory if in the area we would definitely stop by again. read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Great NY style pizza! Friendly staff and numerous pizza options. Dough was nice and chewy and tomato sauce was on point! Loved it here. read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Sicilian Eggplant Pie Pizza and White pizza - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Came here after it was recommended and while visiting over Thanksgiving. They sell whole pies or by the slice and have an expansive menu. We got the garlic knots which were good. My spouse got the cheese slice with added sausage. It was crispy and had the no dip tip. The pizza had good flavor and all staff were super nice. They also have beer on tap and a selection of wine. read more

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This places does pizza so well! I love the atmosphere and the customer service but this time around I am giving them a 3 star. I went to try their entrees. I had the chicken parm and the sauce, this hurts me to say, was watery. The sauce didn't even stick to the pasta. The sauce didn't have much flavor. The portion was big and I will say the chicken was crusted well and had great taste. My husband got the chicken parm hero he also mentioned the sauce was watery and didn't have any flavor. I will stick to the pizza from now on. read more

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Loved the pizza here the first time we tried it and came back for more. Staff is always friendly. It's a small space and always busy but staff always keeps a smile on. This time just went for one slice and the garlic knots which were both delicious! read more

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My absolute favorite Pizzeria in Central Florida. When I go to Sal's, I feel back in NY, the service is super friendly and you can feel that from the moment you walk in. The vibes are always great here. Definitely love the pepperoni pinwheels and grandma slices. read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Nonna (Grandma Square Pie) - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Ordered for pickup. Nice welcome but it's too warm inside. Pizza and calzones were fine. Nothing to write home about though. Folks are friendly. read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Nice ambiance - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Being born and raised in Brooklyn it's hard to find good pizza in Florida. We live in Tampa but come to Orlando often and I kept hearing about sals .so today we decided to hit Sals on the way to the hotel. Wow I felt like I was in Brooklyn eating pizza . The pizza was delicious all z4 slices. The sauce on the slices is good the pizza had no flop if you know you know . The chicken roll was so good and the garlic knots were great. We also enjoyed the rice ball. I really enjoyed the penne vodka slice a lot . Me and my husband felt like we were home eating at Sals .Now we know when we want good pizza we will definitely come here. The staff were great and they were fast. read more

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This is the best pizza I've ever had in Florida, as a Floridian I've gone to New York and trust me when I say, this is the closest to NY you'll ever get! In the last 3 weeks, we've been here twice. We're in Polk county so that tells you how much we love it. This last time we went we got an upside down pizza, a penne alla vodka pizza & a spinach roll & chicken roll. Everything delicious as always. The service is always very fast and easy going. It feels very homey in there, they asked us how everything was and it was nice to see family coming to visit and everyone speaking Italian. It took me back to a place I've been to in New York. Highly recommend and wishing this place the absolute most success! read more

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First time. The atmosphere is fairly basic with limited indoor seating but seemed adequate (for when I a late Sunday afternoon). There is a good bit of outdoor seating as well. This is some really good authentic pizza cooked in a traditional or brick lined oven. Pizza has crispy crust and fresh toppings. You can either get a whole pie or by the slice, mostly a traditional thin with limited thick crust options. They also have pastas and deserts too. Beverages include a few beers, wine, sodas, and various others. Being value oriented, I thought it a tad pricey, but worth it for the good quality and fresh ingredients. The service here was courteous and friendly. Highly recommend if you want some really good pizza. read more

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I got the pepperoni pizza and three garlic knots. The pizza was fantastic. It brought me back to the feeling when I was in New York when I had amazing pizza for the first time the pizza had a really great crust as well as the great flavor with the sauce and cheese and the garlic knots are great. They came with the dipping marinara sauce. The owner salad was here. He was very nice and talked to us and asked how everything was going. We'll definitely be back at this location or their other location in Dr. Phillips for some great amazing pizza. read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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When I tell you I took a bite of the pepperoni pizza and felt like I was back home.. I'm not lying. The cheese and pepperoni was spot on. The crust didn't give me the NY feel but other than that it could've fooled me. Even the grease was dripping from the pizza! The white pizza was delicious I really enjoyed it. They also sell the NY Italian cookies with the filling and chocolate with sprinkles. I really enjoyed their pizza and will be back again! read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

This is my new favorite pizza spot in Orlando. Stopped in on a whim while driving home. Reminds me of boardwalk slice shops with slices of all kinds behind some glass for you to pick from, and a big pizza oven behind the counter. We walked in town old Italian man talking with guests sitting at the bar area. The small dining room was crowded, but in a good way. The type of place you know is going to be good as soon as you walk in. We got a square slice, a few specialty slices, a chicken parm sub and a while pie to go. It smelled so good and fresh we literally ate in the car on the ride back. Extremely crispy crust. Not too much sauce or cheese but both seemed high quality. This isn't Portnoy's go to style but it's the best around! And that chicken parm was perfection. Crispy chicken cutlet, perfect amount of sauce and mozz, and the roll felt like it was fresh baked in house. read more

Nice folks, great pizza and very reasonable prices. Try the Sicilian slice!! It is delicious!!!

First time at Sal's and it hit the spot! The slice was fresh, cheesy, and had that perfect fold. The place was busy but service was quick. I like how you can also order by the slice instead of ordering a whole pie. Tried the bbq wings and the sauce was just how I like a bbq to be- smoky and slightly sweet. Garlic knots are also a must! They warm and garlicky! It's pretty small inside but they work fast enough to get people in and out. Solid first impression, can't wait to come back and try more! read more

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This spot is small so it can get pretty cramped fairly quickly. I walked in to live piano music and a busy pizza counter. I ordered a cheese pizza online but when I got inside and looked at the fresh pizzas behind the counter, I had to try a slice of margherita. The garlic knots looked amazing but I had to exercise some restraint. The line moved quickly and staff were pleasant but it was a bit loud and chaotic, and I felt like there was no good spot to stand to wait for my order. The margherita slice had a nicely done crust with a little crunch and was delicious; much tastier than the plain cheese. I'd definitely return to try other slices - after all pizza by the slice is always better than the pie for some odd reason . read more

The best pizza I've ever had in orlando! True authentic New York style pizza. Super friendly staff and quick service. You walk up and order and sit at a table and wait for your name to be called. While dining you can see the guys making the pizza. I loved that they had so many different options of slices to choose from. My favorite was the sausage and peppers and the vodka burrata. read more

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Great pizza! Felt like I was in NY. Love that they have pizza by the slice as well. Lots of variety of options and have indoor and outdoor seating. Service was prompt as well. Definitely will be back. Clean location read more

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Anytime I'm in town Sal's is one of my go to's for pizza. It's easily the best New York style in Orlando, and I don't think there's a particularly close second place. The Nonna Style and New York style are my two favorites. They do a great job crisping them up. If you get the Nonna, make sure you got breath mints after cause they load up the garlic (which is always a plus, In my opinion). read more

First timers here! Went in on a whim after seeing some videos on Instagram about this place. We were greeted right away when we walked in even though it was busy inside! We were so impressed by the flavors and the food! We saw Sal tossing the pizza dough while we waited for our food and his son and employees were all accommodating and friendly. We tried a meatball calzone, a chicken parm hero, a veggie slice, and a spinach pinwheel. All were outstanding, including the fresh sides of tomato sauce! They even have a nice patio and a small bar inside. It even looks like there is a piano for live music sometimes. We loved the artwork and the bathrooms were nice and clean too. My son gave it a 10/10 and he's a pizza lover! We WILL be back and are so glad we tried. Get here!! read more

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This pizza was huge. It was recommended to us by someone from Brooklyn as the best New York City style pizza in the area. I was not impressed. The pizza overall seemed undercooked, and the pasta sauce was a raw sauce. The mushrooms were also raw I think and tasted funny. It wasn't bad after we cooked it more, but I wouldn't want to order it at the restaurant. read more

Sal’s Pizza Bar - 18" Meat Lover Pizza with mushrooms and jalapeños - Pizza Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I had seen great reviews for Sal's so stopped by when I was in the area. I will never turn down pizza, but this one far surpassed my expectations, even having lived in NYC. They were all good and had plenty of creative options, but all were so flavorful regardless of toppings that you could tell they used high quality ingredients well worth the cost. The sauces each had robust flavors and toppings were plentiful and with great texture. Crust was perfect- foldable, yet not floppy, and with a nice crunch on the outside while still soft and warm. Staff was friendly, and though we took ours to go, there was a good space both inside and on the patio to eat there if you chose. It's a fun shop with great food, efficient service, and eat in or take out options for some delicious NY style pizza. read more

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