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    Taormina Pizzeria

    4.5 (40 reviews)
    InexpensivePizza
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Marcela L.

    I'm have been getting pizza here since my childhood. Hadn't been in a while so decided to stop in for a slice. Still decently priced considering the economy. Got one plain slice and took it to go. Good service has always been my experience even when they are busy. There is space to sit inside. Has a small parking lot and there is street parking.

    Patrick M.

    Since its National Pizza Day 2024 friends Adam Ginnotti, Dave Cavaliere, and I headed to Paterson to one of those bucket list, iconic pizza places, that I always say you have to visit before they're gone. Taormina Pizzeria & Restaurant was established in 1981, and is still owned and operated by the same family, who emigrated here from Italy. It has been rated as one of the 3 best Pizzeria/Italian Restaurants in Paterson. Old school, small, red-sauce, unpretentious, store front joint serving New York style pizza and other Italian favorites. Portnoy gave them a visit a couple of years ago and admitted he liked the pie despite it not being his style. We were welcomed with warmth and hospitality by the busy counter staff, and had the opportunity to discuss the eatery's history with the son of the original owners, 2nd generation Pizzaiolo. The pie was excellent. Unique in its own way. Heavier, chewier, doughier, and slightly thicker than most, but it all came together to create a delicious pizza. Nice, tasty sauce, with just the right amount if cheese, and perfectly seasoned. I always prefer a plain-Jane cheese pie over one with all those toppings, which I think can ruin a well made pie. We had a great time celebrating "National Pizza Day" at Taormina's, 43 years and still going strong.

    We finally gotta pizza the pie. #Badumtsss
    Marquis C.

    Many things make me nostalgic: Old Barney episodes... Men In Black... Trips to Dutch Country, PA... And OLD pizzerias from childhood that are still standing... Well like an old hip-hop duo (MORE nostalgia), I'm gonna channel their famous single to tell how many stars I'm giving: I got 5 on it! I grew up eating the pizza from this joint, from the time I was about 4 and lived across the street from them. Their pizza hasn't changed, and I still feel like a measly kindy-gartener when I bite into a slice. It's so thick and chewy. #Pause. Between the thick, soft layer of cheese, and the crust that's thin enough to still be called NY-style, but thick enough to be chewy and not overly crispy? Yeah this slice is a winner. They've got some dope combos on their pizzas that are pretty modern, but have still maintained the amazing food of yesteryear that have kept many people coming here for decades now. No frills. Just good pizza. Some say it's too thick. But those are the same people who find models with 2-inch waists to be sexy. Nope. Gimme my thick'ums... Well, PIE that is... Oh, wait... Ummmm... #PhrasingBoom #ArcherVoice #DoubleEntendre #Innuendo #idc

    Pasta Special. Grilled chicken and broccoli. Lots of garlic. About $9. My favorite.

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    Amazing food y'all should stop and try it .. good customer service ...... love it goo try it

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    Best pizza in town, i have been going to this place since my grammar school years and i never get tire. Love their food.

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    If you want pizza just go to patsys or anywhere else pizza here mid af.........................................

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    3 years ago

    A hidden treasure in Northern Jersey. It's been a business for over 40 years their food is spectacular and pizza family owned great place

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    2 years ago

    been going here since i was a kid, still the best!!!!!!!, the taste is very distinct, i love coming here

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    4 years ago

    Best pizza ever. Best wings also. The way this place has such a family vibe to it makes the food so much better.

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    5 years ago

    monster morzetta best pizza of all time. lets f'ing go! this is da spawt! never fail and will always be the greatest eve!

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    Been coming for over 20 years. Best pizza , Pasta , Sandwiches etc. in Jersey!!!!!

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