Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana
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Customer Reviews (39 reviews)
Josh Ozersky
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2009Some say it's the best pizzeria in the country; others say it's not even the best in New Haven, but no one doubts that this clam pie is worth driving miles for. (more)
al121
on Citysearch Jul 03, 2009This is not fresh mozzarella and San Marzano tomatoes. This is a neighborhood pizza charred up in a brick oven. If you've had Lombardi's you'll be very disappointed. If you're not spoiled already it's a decent pie,... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 28, 2008Pizza is very oily and mediocre at best. It's not bad tasting, but not spectacular, and nothing I'd ever wait in line for. The pizza was cut very sloppily instead of in even, triangular slices.... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Nov 09, 2008We waited forEVER , had a rude waitress and for what? oily pizza that tasted like cardboard?? We did not have a good time here at all. The best part was when the staff wished us good night.... (more)
timmikols
on Citysearch Sep 23, 2008Went there on a Sunday afternoon in the fall and the place was packed, we were lucky to get a parking place on the street. Over a hour and a half wait so we went next door to "The Spot". The same pizza we were told just not the... (more)
nothappyeck
on Citysearch Sep 14, 2008I have had pizza all over the U.S. and around the world. This is without a doubt one of the best pizza experiences of my life. My daughter goes to school in R.I. and my son in Conn. I look forward to making the trip now that I... (more)
TWizard
on Citysearch Sep 10, 2008Connecticut has the best Pizza and Pepe's in New Haven is right up there, if not at the top. Get there early, or expect to wait for a while in line- for a while. Over an hour at times, but the line is more manageable than... (more)
yankeegirl46
on Citysearch Jul 14, 2008I love Pepe's SO much that while dating my boyfriend, now husband, prposed to me there!!! This pizza is amazing. It is my fav of ALL the New Haven County pizza restaurants!!! Your next visit to New Haven, DON'T miss... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jan 29, 2008So, all these people told us that we HAVE to go to Pepe's pizza becuase it's the best EVER, that you'll never eat another pizza, ect. So one night after a tryout, I went there with a friends family and we ordered a pizza. I... (more)
milo65
on Citysearch Jan 19, 2008Pepe's is better than any pizza anywhere. New Haven style pizza is extra thin and black on the bottom. Different than New York style pizza and of course Chicago style. I've tried pizza all around the U.S. Nothing... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 22, 2007Pepe's is without a doubt the best pizza around. The bacon pizza is the best! Although there's almost always a line outside (come prepared for that!), it's definitely worth it. (more)
foody1977
on Citysearch Nov 09, 2007I don't get what they hype is. People said it's what put New Haven on the map. Personally, I don't like my pizza crust to be soggy and thin. I like a good thick crust that can withstand all of my toppings and not flop when I... (more)
joeyvigg
on Citysearch Jul 22, 2007As a die hard New Yorker and pizza lover, I must say I have tried them all. From The Bronx, Westchester, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, LI, Staten Island and NJ, I have had the best. Over the years I have encountered many... (more)
joeymast
on Citysearch Jul 21, 2007As a die hard New Yorker and pizza lover, I must say I have tried them all. From The Bronx, Westchester, Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, LI, Staten Island and NJ, I have had the best. Over the years I have encountered many... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Nov 22, 2006What can I say about New Haven Pizza, It is among the best in the world! Unlike Sally's, Pepe's is open for lunch and the line is usually out the door! Sometimes up to a half hour to get a seat, but well worth the wait! This... (more)
Katy K.
on Judys Book Apr 07, 2006i have been ordering pizzas from pepe's on wooster st. for years and they are the best pizza i have ever had.they get very crowded on friday nights & weekends because people come from all around to visit wooster st. so if... (more)
bastet
on Citysearch Mar 19, 2006My family has gone to Pepe's for over 50 years now and will continue to do so as long as I live. Its tradition to wait in line and talk to each other and the other patrons. Its funny to watch the 'rookies' in line complaining... (more)
vince_a
on Citysearch Mar 13, 2006The Best Napoletana Pizza in the World. This pizza is infamous for being the best brick oven pizza on the East Coast, possibly the world. Made from the best and most authentic of fresh ingrediants, the way a pizza... (more)
tikane
on Citysearch Feb 28, 2006No contest, Pepe's is the best pizzeria in New England. The service is fast, the pizza comes fast, and the wait is definately worth it. (more)
chubbiebilly
on Citysearch Feb 16, 2006The FRESH and I mean Fresh Clam pie is absolutely the best one I've ever had. I've searched every other noteworthy pizza joint in the state and let me tell you Pepe's wins hands down. The reason... They shuck the fresh... (more)
Jason B.
on Judys Book Sep 28, 2005According to common belief, Pepe's is believed to be the first real "pizza place" in the world; granted pizza has been around for alot longer than a few decades, but Pepe's is attributed with being the first to lay down... (more)
H M.
on Judys Book Sep 17, 2005You may have heard of Pepe's for several reasons, it has been mentioned in Doonesbury comic, it was a favorite of President Clinton in his Yale days, and it is the pizza place that actually has a line going out the... (more)
Niko S.
on Judys Book Aug 19, 2005On Wooster Street in New Haven, two pizzerias have been competing for ages. My personal favorite among the two, and some of the best pizza that I have tasted in this country, is Pepe's. The dough is crusty and thin, very... (more)
angus576
on Citysearch Jul 11, 2005One can argue that Frank Pepe invented Pizza or at least made it what it is today. Pepe's set the standard to which all others must follow. What most people refer to as New York style pizza is in fact Pepe's style. This is... (more)
eddiebosox
on Citysearch Jun 28, 2005Pepe's is pthe one pizza plaxe that lives up to its incredible hype. Its quite simply the best Pizza I've ever had. Last time I was there I was in line with a woman ho had literealluy just gotten off the placne from CA, and... (more)
bblhed
on Citysearch Jun 06, 2005Why do you think just about every pizza place in the state of CT has the words Woster street, Frank, Pepe, or Brick Oven in their name? It is worth every second of a 3 hour wait in below frezeing weather to eat a pizza at the... (more)
varanelli
on Citysearch May 18, 2005Take it from an Italian, this is the best pizza in the U.S....period. (more)
bill_guthrie
on Citysearch Apr 05, 2005This is the real thing. Frank Pepe's is amazing !! A cold windy Saturday in March produced a 30 minute wait outside to get in, and I usually would not want to wait but this was worth every minute of it. The place has the old... (more)
prgrssvntn
on Citysearch Nov 19, 2004You find yourself standing in a long line on a cold day while there are plenty of empty seats inside. God help you if you want a refill because your server seems to have died in the back. And if you look at it honestly, it's... (more)
bassplayer2204
on Citysearch May 21, 2004Pepes pizza is the best around. Dont forget about Spot next door they own that to. I love the people that work there they are so friendly and the pizza is great. (more)
isabean
on Citysearch May 12, 2004Going to Pepe's is like a tradition for my family. Every time we go we always eat the best pizza and leave happy and full. Being Italian, my family knows what the best pizza is and their pizza even beats my dad's pizza!!... (more)
vacbeer
on Citysearch May 12, 2004The best pizza I have ever had!!! Love the people that work there. They are happy to see you, remember you each time you come in!!!! Clean, cheerful, friendly!!! (more)
princess123d
on Citysearch Mar 28, 2004Pepe's for short is rated best in CT you will find their certificates that say so. I am only 12 year old girl, I can eat a whole large clam pizza about 30 minutes or less I usually only eat 2 pieces anywhere else but here its... (more)
hannavh428
on Citysearch Jul 23, 2003I grew up on Pepe's and as an adult every time I go visit I go eat pizza! Still the best. The wait Is always worth It! (more)
rabu58
on Citysearch May 27, 2003This is simply put, the best pizza in the world, i've eaten pizza all over, and of all kinds, but this one tops them all, without a single doubt, Pepe's knows what good tasting pizza is all about, nobody comes closer.... (more)
bobcurren
on Citysearch Jan 07, 2003Pepe's is the STANDARD by which all other pies are judged.We travel 18 miles each way which just teases our anticipation(every 2 weeks).Whether Pepes main or thier annex(the spot) once tasted,all others just... (more)
shortyjp242
on Citysearch Nov 02, 2002I live in new haven and have all my life and it's definately the best!!! if u ever come here, everyone will tell u the same thing! in new haven, u have never had pizza until u have had Pepe's...(or Sally's, try that too!)... (more)
splake25
on Citysearch Jul 15, 2002I was in New Haven once, 8 years ago and I ate at pepe's. I am usually a light eater, I ate an entire pie. And even 8 years later, I talk about it with zeal. It is exceptional! (more)
steve04386
on Citysearch Jun 09, 2002I had lunch at Pepe's this weekend and it was the best pizza I've ever had! It's hands-down better than anywhere I've ever eaten in NYC. There was a little wait, but it was well worth it!... (more)