Grimaldi's
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| MONDAY | : | 11:30AM | - | 11:00PM |
| TUESDAY | : | 11:30AM | - | 11:00PM |
| WEDNESDAY | : | 11:30AM | - | 11:00PM |
| THURSDAY | : | 11:30AM | - | 11:00PM |
| FRIDAY | : | 11:30AM | - | 11:00PM |
| SATURDAY | : | 12:00PM | - | 12:00AM |
| SUNDAY | : | 12:00PM | - | 11:00PM |
Customer Reviews (204 reviews)
atman22
on Citysearch Sep 02, 2009I can confirm that the owner is a mean, bitter old man. Surprising, considering his success. I've been to Grimaldi's many times before and had always enjoyed the experience. So when I tried to take a friend there the... (more)
chamberdoorzzz
on Citysearch Aug 22, 2009This place is so cute...so cozy...a little tight and sometimes noisey but that is the beauty of it. Everyone in there sits next to each other, somewhat like a family style dining and you end up peeking over to see what... (more)
matt26
on Citysearch Aug 20, 2009grimaldis is homophobic after waiting in line for about 40 minutes, the guy told me and my friends we could not go in because we had tank tops on, even though there were other patrons in the restaurant. We believe it was... (more)
benchiaramonte
on Citysearch Jul 20, 2009For me pizza is all about the crust and Grimaldi's knows how to do it right. (more)
CSMobileUser3
on Citysearch Jul 06, 2009I waited in a line for an hour and fifteen minutes just to order takeout. The pizza crust is wonderful, but the cheese ruined the whole pie. It was too salty to eat. I was very dissapointed. They don't answer phone calls... (more)
CSMobileUser
on Citysearch Apr 05, 2009There is a reason why people would stand in line for an hour on a weekend afternoon. Without a doubt the best brick oven pizza in New York City... (more)
olivier77ny
on Citysearch Mar 23, 2009Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed! Indeed!... (more)
Activist16
on Citysearch Mar 07, 2009Reason why my friends and I didn't like the pizza was because we didn't get to stay long enough to eat it. We were treated extremely disrespectfully. Some old man who was in charge of the line outside began using... (more)
MattW
on Citysearch Jan 21, 2009Grimaldi's is truly the best pizza I've ever had. Walk across the brooklyn bridge, leave 30min to stand in line and grab ice cream at brooklyn ice cream shop when it's done. (more)
jules28
on Citysearch Jan 08, 2009pizza's great. i like their fresh ingredients. although my only complaint about the pizza is that the bottom and edges are seriously burnt many times i've been there. i believe people use cornmeal in the bottom of the... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jan 02, 2009Take a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge from Manhattan for the best pizza in NYC!! Go around 11:30 if you want to miss the long lines, or call ahead and eat on the pier. Thin crust, fresh mozzarella and toppings, all... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 28, 2008Pizza is okay, fresh mozzarella is used so it isn't greasy. Pepperoni is above average good. Pizza is thin crust but not spectacular overall. Nothing I'd wait in line for again. And after waiting in line, I get into a... (more)
gwaltney53
on Citysearch Dec 23, 2008We did not experience the rude service people have described and did not feel particularly rushed. Lines were long but moved surprisingly fast. The place itself was cramped and a bit noisy. Apart from the long lines I... (more)
jeters4me
on Citysearch Dec 14, 2008Complete dump dont waste your money I have never in my life stiffed a waiter until I came into this joint! Bunch of Russian guys who acted like thugs running the joint! Didnt see one woman working there.Im definantly... (more)
sergey
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mi2tricky
on Citysearch Dec 10, 2008Crust is crispy and flavourful from the oven. Sauce with fresh chopped tomatos. Fresh mozarella. Hot and fresh every time. Light in weight, but not in taste. The best pie without treking too far.... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 10, 2008I have had a lot of pizza and Grimaldi's is the best pizza I have ever had! I would go back to New York just to eat this pizza. It's right under the brooklyn bridge in brooklyn..with a green and red sign, can't miss it. Must... (more)
Guzunder
on Citysearch Dec 09, 2008I've lived in Brooklyn for a while and I've had MUCH better pizza both here and in the city. This place relies completely on hype and the "emperor's new clothes" factor. The pizza itself is VERY average (the base is... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Nov 07, 2008Gramadi's not only offers great pizza for an affordable price, but the experience of walking the interesting area of BUMBO in Brooklyn. They are right by the water so the experience at night is beautiful. Expect to... (more)
customer1105
on Citysearch Oct 31, 2008While Grimaldis has great pizza the service is horrible. You are packed in like sardines. When you are seated you are met with rude waiters who have no personality whatsoever. One waiter told a group of women that... (more)
mizpink
on Citysearch Sep 20, 2008Rule #1 when in NYC, walk the Brooklyn Bridge!! Rule #1 when you get to Brooklyn, GO TO GRIMALDI'S PIZZERIA!!!!! When we were walking on Fulton Street, we didn't even realized that we were passing Grimaldi's,... (more)
Mike M.
on Judys Book Sep 04, 2008Love the pizza and the atmosphere. Makes the long wait to get in all worth it. They try to cram people in the small space, so great way to talk to other people there. I like how they use fresh cheese and thin crust. So thin... (more)
bergdorfbombshell
on Citysearch Sep 04, 2008Grimaldi's pizza is awesome! Be prepared to wait on line, especially on Friday and Saturday nights. Although the wait is a drag and the place is small and cramped it is well worth it.... (more)
klw2000
on Citysearch Aug 06, 2008I would NOT recommend Grimaldi's. First, the pizza was gross. The sauce was flavorless and watery, thus making the crust soggy and cold right away. There was nothing to make it special...there are way better pizza... (more)
shanefnd
on Citysearch Jul 28, 2008I have been living in NY for a while and this is by far the bext pizza I have had. I have been to Grimaldis several times with visitors from out of town. The service is fast......maybe not as accomodating and friendly as... (more)
SusieEpstein
on Citysearch Jul 26, 2008THE STAFF NEEDS TO BE NICER!!!!!! VICTOR NEEDS HIS ATTITUDE TO BE CORRECTED ASAP THE LINE IS OUTRAGES!!!!!LETS START DOING DELIVERY FOR US LOCALS PLEASE!!!!!LOVE YOUR PLACE, BUT LETS ALL GET ALONG AND ENJOY! I AM... (more)
msroom
on Citysearch Jul 19, 2008The guy who was seating people was totaly rude. He literally told us to leave because he had 100 people waiting outside. He even obnoxiously stared us while we were finishing our drink, and he came back again and said he... (more)
LoriSalz1971
on Citysearch Jul 11, 2008My husband and I were there a few weeks ago. We just happen to walking in the area and decided to drop in for a slice. One of the best pizzas we ever had! Very highly recommended. (more)
thefoodbully
on Citysearch Jul 07, 2008Classic NYC, smoky flavored, thin crust pizza, baked in a coal fired brick oven. Pizza is made with their own sauce, as well as fresh mozzarella and basil. Grimaldi?s is in DUMBO, just over the Brooklyn Bridge, and can... (more)
chiway
on Citysearch Jul 02, 2008On a nice summer day, I can think of few other places I'd rather have lunch. I stroll through Brooklyn Heights with my buddies, get on what is always a long, but fun line for conversation and horsing around, take turns... (more)
foodaholic88
on Citysearch Jun 19, 2008I went to the Brooklyn location and got discouraged by the long line. Went to to Hoboken branch and guess what- NO WAIT! We were seated immediately Friday at noon. Ordered the White Pizza with garlic and spinach...... (more)
kukuridza
on Citysearch Jun 17, 2008Great pizza and calzones. I've been eating Brooklyn and NYC pizza since I've been able to chew (25 years) and this is good pizza. I don't understand the reviews from dissatisfied tourists...it isn't Domino's or... (more)
snprwolf
on Citysearch Jun 05, 2008After reading so much about Grimaldi's, I decided to try it. My family and I even went as early as 10:50 am (even though the place opens at 11:30) just to be sure we were first in line and assured of a table. But boy were we... (more)
SuzieFoodie
on Citysearch May 03, 2008Total tourist trap! The pizza crust was blackened, tasted charred, and was not crisp!? The center of each slice sagged from the moisture but not because there were too many toppings~this pizza had one... (more)
MARYMARK
on Citysearch Apr 19, 2008Went to visit son in NYC and were doing the walk across the Brooklyn Bridge when where we were going to eat lunch came up. Son mentioned he heard about a pizza place in Brooklyn that was suppose to be really good, So we hoof... (more)
dub123
on Citysearch Apr 16, 2008Not really thrilled with the pizza or the service. After standing on line to get a table, waited fifteen minutes just to get our drinks. The pizza crust was burnt, and our waiter could have cared less--like customers... (more)
joekayone
on Citysearch Mar 21, 2008I didn't have much expectation when I went to Grimaldi's, but once the pizza arrived at the table and I took the first bite, I was convinced that it was, and is, and probably will be, the best pizza anywhere ever. EVER.... (more)
brunch247
on Citysearch Jan 02, 2008Well, of course having lived in New York for sometime, I'd heard of Grimaldi's, however I'd never been! So my girlfriend and I decided to give it a try. Well, we went and didn't have to wait long. It was in the summer, so... (more)
johndoe999
on Citysearch Dec 29, 2007TERRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE! PIZZA NOT GOOD! RUDE WAITER. HIGHLY NOT RECOMMENDED. FIRST AND LAST TIME! (more)
chatnoir77
on Citysearch Dec 27, 2007This is the best pizza I've ever had in NYC. Yes, there are long lines but I was fortunate enough not to have to wait in one because I visited on a whim on a lazy Sunday afternoon. The service was prompt and pizza knocked my... (more)
usctim
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2007Sometimes I really have to scratch my head at some of the negative reviews on here, in particular for this establishment. First of all, the flavor of the pizza is outstanding, the ingredients fresh and of... (more)
brooklynmommy
on Citysearch Nov 11, 2007Ok, so I too bought the hype and prepared myself to stand in line. Fortunately, I went in the middle of the week at a time when my girlfriend, our children and I could just walk in a get a seat. The waiters were not at all... (more)
kiamhj
on Citysearch Oct 26, 2007The Pros: Fabulous Pizza! The crust is thin and crisply, cheese is delicous - by far the best pizza I've had. The Cons: Lines can be long - very long! Service is pretty crappy, but welcome to New York! Tables are very... (more)
lisalynch73
on Citysearch Oct 20, 2007Line line is too long on weekends!!!! Better off going during the day on weekdays. Staff needs to be a little more friendly. I wish they had a lady's room!!!! But besides that it's great pizza.... (more)
sam70124
on Citysearch Sep 18, 2007GREAT pizza...Crowded atmosphere. Would be nice if you could order half a pie and not an entire one....or use credit cards like 99% of businesses in this city! (more)
pricecheck1
on Citysearch Sep 03, 2007I went to Grimalid's for the first time on Sunday. The line was already pretty long and was expected. We waited in line for about 40 minutes so needless to say we were starving. We got sat next to another party of 2 and a... (more)
comesaround
on Citysearch Aug 17, 2007We all know that it does not matter how good your product is if your service hits rock bottom....bye, bye Grimaldi's. Today I was amazingly disappointed and totally turned off to this once admired and once consider... (more)
catsmailbox
on Citysearch Aug 09, 2007I have been going to Grimaldi's for 10 years. Anyone who whines or complains about the line/ service/personality of the manager etc. needs to get some perspective. This place is a historical NYC landmark. You go for... (more)
kamaniny
on Citysearch Aug 08, 2007I have had this pizza once before, and I will admit, the pizza was good! My boyfriend and I decided to dine for the first time at the Brooklyn location which is known for it's extended line and wait time to be seated. We... (more)
nonik
on Citysearch Jul 24, 2007fast service, crowded specially during weekend. no spice on the tomato sauce, only plain. not crisp eventhough you ask for crispy. if you order with sun dried tomato, they'll burn it. for white pizza they use... (more)
davidmoser7
on Citysearch Jun 10, 2007I was on vacation in NYC from out of town last week. I had heard so much about how Grimaldi's is the best pizza in NYC, so I decided I had to try it. We got there and were greeted- very cheerfully I might add- by the... (more)
rosaflava
on Citysearch Jun 09, 2007My husband & I took the A train over to Brooklyn on a lark to try out Grimaldi's Pizza. When we got there, we found a line maybe 50 people deep. One of the people in line behind us asked the proprietor how long it would take,... (more)
jfores
on Citysearch Apr 03, 2007Grimaldi's is just another dime a dozen brick oven place. There, I've said it! Their pies are dry, frequently bland and in desperate need of topping in order to save them. Toss in that this place is by no means cheap for a... (more)
eaton_a_lott
on Citysearch Apr 01, 2007I heard all the hype about this place and felt, as a lifelong Brooklyn resident, sort of an obligation to taste "THE BEST PIZZA IN NEW YORK." When my girlfriend and I got there, there was a line half way down the block. I... (more)
food_girl
on Citysearch Mar 04, 2007This was great pizza and the staff was very nice. Overall I recommend geting a pie without all the extra toppings - but you should consider adding extra cheese. This pizza is just as great as Lombardis but at a cheaper... (more)
dingus1
on Citysearch Mar 01, 2007It may not be your traditional NYC pizza, but i believe it is the best pizza in New York. I was born and raised in this city and have eaten more pizza than I care to admit. I wish more of it was from Grimaldi's.... (more)
jcat12
on Citysearch Feb 26, 2007if you want ny style pizza, you shouldn't go anywhere else. this is it. authentic ny-italian spot in brooklyn provides a real experience. (more)
pauldellovo
on Citysearch Jan 12, 2007Went on a Thursday night after a Rangers Game, ordered a plain pizza with fresh mozarella and basil. What a great pizza, the crust was perfect and thin cooked to perfection. The tomatoes were flavorful, the cheese and... (more)
aracka
on Citysearch Jan 08, 2007by far the best place for pizza. i consistently make the trip out there from the city to grab a pie. great pizza, great food, nice people. period. very authentic pizza, made from the freshest ingredients, so different... (more)
babyk
on Citysearch Nov 18, 2006No nonsense straight up the best pizza. Limited wine selection but the service is quick and the pizza is consistently great. Only draw back is that the word gets out over how good it is and now you have to endure tourist... (more)
bbaigorri
on Citysearch Nov 15, 2006The inside is cramped, the wait is long, and the service is rushed. However this is all forgotten when you taste the pizza. The crust is thin with just the right amount of 'crisp' to it. The sauce does not fall short of... (more)
maureenuw
on Citysearch Nov 15, 2006Definitely worth the trip to Brooklyn - this pizza is amazing. You might have to wait in line, but do it at least once or you'll regret it! (more)
cansplace
on Citysearch Nov 02, 2006A new york landmark. Great brick oven pizza and great service. They actually walked my order out to my car! Don't look for a large variety on the menu though you will be disappointed.... (more)
citychic06
on Citysearch Oct 26, 2006i've tried to sit down and eat here so many times and there's always a wait, so finally, i ordered a pie to go. i knew it was busy so i wasn't expecting to get help right away, but the only guy behind the counter who seemed... (more)
latinjewel98
on Citysearch Oct 26, 2006For all the hype, is because you choose your pizza, ingredients and see being made in front of you. Other than that, be ready to wait. I waited almost 2 hours to go into this place, eat the pizza in 10 mins and leave. You... (more)
doogie123
on Citysearch Oct 14, 2006Like many NYC restaurants, Grimaldi's is a local legend that wasn't conceived for tourists. If you are a fan of ultra fresh brick oven thin crust pizza you will LOVE this place. It always amuses me to hear complaints... (more)
pcsii
on Citysearch Sep 28, 2006The pizza is excellent, but if you plan to go on a weekend, go early. The line usually starts at 12:15, and from then on, you're bound to have to wait. Unfortunately over the years it's really become a tourist... (more)
buffalochef
on Citysearch Sep 18, 2006I dont wait in line ...... for food. Had there been a line on a Thursday at 3pm, I would have missed this place. Four of us, (from Colorado pizza country) and I was the only one that really enjoyed this different style... (more)
jvw
on Citysearch Sep 04, 2006The long line moved fast, Pizza was bland and the house red was awful. Wait staff seemed disinterested and totally unprofessional. If you want good Pizza, go to Fornino on Bedford ave in Williamsburg.... (more)
kpet
on Citysearch Aug 24, 2006The guy who greets you at the door is fabulous. Friendly and curtious and quite entertaining. He made our short wait very pleasurable. We went about 6PM so perhaps we beat the crowd?? Once seated our waitstaff was... (more)
scooter11
on Citysearch Aug 23, 2006I understand this place has a lot of history, but I can't understand why there's a long line at this place every night. The pizza's ok. I think Nick's in Forest Hills, Queens and Denino's on Staten Island is much better.... (more)
nycjackofhearts
on Citysearch Aug 15, 2006I went to Grimaldi's with my family for my birthday and I wasn't disappointed in the least. It's a nice, comfortable place. The pizza is crisp, flavorful and you can get a varied selection of ingredients, like fresh... (more)
linda_40
on Citysearch Aug 10, 2006The wait was long, the pizza was terrible, not worthed the Hype at all. I am sorry I tried it. The 2 best pizza places in NYC are Vinnies on Amsterdam Ave and 73rd Street or the Full Moon on E. 187th Street and Arthur... (more)
parkslopepat
on Citysearch Aug 04, 2006I am always amazed at the looong line outside this place. Although this is probably why it stays so popular. (Hey, it must be great. Why else would all these people stand on line for so long - unless they're idiots?) I... (more)
gn11230
on Citysearch Jul 22, 2006The place is overrated. Try Di Fara on E15 & Ave J and will see the difference Thats the best pizza in Brooklyn (more)
Marlene M.
on Judys Book Jul 01, 2006There is always a wait here so don't go there hungry or when it is raining! People have heard about how great the thin crisp pizza is and everyone wants to try it. Service is good once you get in.They don't sell slices -... (more)
eau
on Citysearch Jun 30, 2006I can't say whether this is the best pizza in town, since I haven't tried it all. I also can't say whether it is worth the wait, since we arrived early just before the line formed. What I can say is that it was definitely... (more)
onejolly
on Citysearch Jun 17, 2006It was my first time at this pizza joint last night, and I was impressed with both the service (we got seated within 1 minute and they had taken our order within 3 minutes of sitting down. Our pizza was on our table within 5... (more)
danidani
on Citysearch Jun 15, 2006Ive been reading some of these reviews...and to all you haters of this pizza..you definitely most be out of towners that eat dominos...or some other nasty fake pizza...this pizza is the real deal...not a typical ny... (more)
elisadipa
on Citysearch Jun 12, 2006Don't go there! What they dish you is very far from the taste of the "real pizza" and is even one of the worst pizza I've ever eaten in NYC. The ingredients are crummy and not so fresh. Honestly I can not understand who... (more)
ebehan
on Citysearch Jun 07, 2006Definitely worth checking out if you haven't. I like the super-thin crust and charred edges from the coal-fired oven, but sometimes the under-crust feels a touch too thin. If you don't eat it right away, the sauce... (more)
Nicole F.
on Judys Book May 17, 2006Yes, this pizza is worth waiting in line for...but how long of a line are you willing to put up with to satisfy your pizza cravings?The scene is homey. Red checked table clothes and no fuss. Also no credit cards and no... (more)
bambam77
on Citysearch Feb 04, 2006Best brick coal brick oven pizza in NYC. We walked over the Brooklyn Bridge and on down to Grimaldi's...makes a great afternoon excursion. The pizza was great, but very different then west coast pizza. Don't expect... (more)
jmh100
on Citysearch Jan 24, 2006For years I have trusted citysearch.com reviewers opinions when making decisions on which of the many appealing NYC restaurants I should patronage. After last nights "dinner" at Grimaldi's I was finally inclined... (more)
Denise S.
on Judys Book Jan 12, 2006This is the place to go when you want the best brick oven pizza around. The thin crust and savory sauce makes you long for more. You may have to wait on line for a table and to get your order but the pizza is always fresh and... (more)
Monica E.
on Judys Book Jan 06, 2006There are endless debates about NY's best pizza (I personally give my vote to DiFara), but Grimaldi's is definitely in my top five. It's a very tasty pie, expertly made. They use top quality ingredients so this is a... (more)
zpops
on Citysearch Oct 21, 2005I honestly do not understand how anyone can not love this place, unless they don't like real pizza. Pizza is supposed to have an extremely thin crust, and a sauce which is actually made of crushed tomatoes instead of... (more)
melissa_nyc
on Citysearch Oct 03, 2005We made the trek out to Brooklyn to try Grimaldi's and we weren't disappointed ... the pizza is amazing! (more)
rschuebel
on Citysearch Sep 19, 2005The hype surrounding Grimaldi's is about just that, hype. I was willing to stand in line at 10:00 p.m. for an hour to try this pie, which is what I did. I have no complaints about the wait or the service but the pizza was not... (more)
utexas200
on Citysearch Sep 04, 2005All of the reviews were so promising, but it is the worst of the worst. The pizza is so greasy that the pizza crust sags and drips. The outer crust is burnt, the ingredients are not that fresh and the service is even... (more)
Grace L.
on Judys Book Sep 01, 2005There's really is the best. It was the first pizzeria I went to in NYC. I loved it, but didn't want to give them the title of "best" just yet. So I shopped around. John's, Lombardi's, Patsy's, etc. were good, but just not... (more)
Harriet G.
on Judys Book Aug 20, 2005The pizza from Grimaldi's is worth going to Brooklyn. The coal oven is what makes the thin crust taste so great. The pizzas cook up quickly, so once you are seated, you are served pretty quickly. Sometimes there is a... (more)
Richie E.
on Judys Book Aug 16, 2005Brooklyn's famous brick oven pizzeria lives up to its fame. Their pizzas are thin and crispy, and toppings are great as well. They also serve these cute local sodas, which I do recommend trying. Their dessert menu is... (more)
Mer W.
on Judys Book Aug 16, 2005Patsy Grimaldi's brick oven pizzeria by the Brooklyn Bridge is well worth the trip, The pizzas are thin and crispy, the sauce is delicious, especially with the big leaves of basil they put on it. The atmosphere is... (more)
sammynap
on Citysearch Aug 09, 2005went with family from italy they loved it~ cooked perfect~ service great~ owner and host frank is a great guy and very nice~ pizza with olives was perfect also desert was very good will go agian very soon... (more)
Jessica M.
on Judys Book Jul 29, 2005Oh god, Grimaldi's (Patsy's) is absolutely phenominal. Their pies come piping hot from the oven with fresh mozzarella, a delicious pizza sauce, and the finest ingredients. They also carry really good old... (more)
faracimail
on Citysearch Jul 28, 2005There is no doubt about it - and I have been to them all.... This is the best brick oven pizza around. The sauce, the cheese, the toppings - all sure to please. Just the right amount of evrything. No component overpowers... (more)
Kelly O.
on Judys Book Jun 28, 2005Good, thin pizza has been served at Grimaldi's for years. There's no way ot make reservations, so be prepared to wait for a table there. They only do pizza by the pie, not the slice. However, being on gorgeous Brooklyn... (more)
whitmor
on Citysearch Jun 14, 2005I am a pizza addict. I have been to pretty much every top notch pizza place in the city. Grimaldi's (Patsy for some of us still) is the best in the city. Hands down! Lombardi's is good, but not quite as good as Grimaldis.... (more)
tidnocm
on Citysearch Jun 02, 2005There is some tradition to waiting in line, but if you come by 5:00 on a week day you get seated right away and don't feel rushed. (more)
moonborne
on Citysearch May 29, 2005I went to Grimaldi's on a Monday afternoon around 4:45 and waited outside the restaurant for almost an hour before being seated. It's true that the pizza comes fast because it cooks so quickly. I had a sausage pizza and... (more)
johannap72
on Citysearch May 28, 2005I wish I had listened to the few people that have said the truth about this place. I was born and raised in NYC and finally decided to visit this pizzeria with such wonderful recommendations. I was disappointed. The... (more)
paul_saur
on Citysearch May 18, 2005Not only the best pizza in NY, but also the best skyline view of Manhattan right down the street. The service is also fast, like New York is, and it takes only about 4 minutes to cook a pie.... (more)
jonnyho
on Citysearch May 18, 2005My wife and I are from New York and recently moved to Kentucky. We made a 12 hour trip up north just to go to Gramaldi's. What an awesome place!! (more)
nevlee2000
on Citysearch May 05, 2005This is definitely the best pizza in NYC. I take all of my out of town friends here for pizza and they all love it. I just can't eat one pie when I get there. I need at least one just for myself. I can't see how anyone can even... (more)
kingugoji
on Citysearch Apr 26, 2005Now residing in Chicago, the only quality pies are the deep dishes, which I do like. But the best pies belong to Brooklyn, especially Grimaldi's! I wish these guys can FedEx their pizzas nationwide.... (more)
slbklyn
on Citysearch Mar 14, 2005I love this place. Anytime I have family or friends in town I have to take them here for a real taste of NYC pizza. My boyfriend will even ask me to stop on my way home to pick up a pie. I'll call and order as I get on the Brooklyn... (more)
buddhachick
on Citysearch Mar 07, 2005Listen, the pizza is all right. Not all that it's cracked up to be. Most of the time it is soggy, and it's not becasue of the wet ingredients. It's becasue the crust is sooo thin and all the toppings are weighing it down.... (more)
algold1968
on Citysearch Mar 01, 2005This was the best pizza I have ever tasted. We also tried Original Ray's in Manhattan and there was no comparison. (more)
elimove
on Citysearch Oct 29, 2004I tried all the so called "best" pizza places in New York. Grimaldi's is the best. Take one home and reheat it, it's even better when the crust get's crispier. The pepperoni and onion is the best combo.... (more)
msmissislippi
on Citysearch Oct 19, 2004Grimaldi's is the best pizza my husband and I have ever eaten. Took advice and stayed away from "wet" toppings - it was incredible. Charming atmosphere, quick service, excellent food, great value - the perfect... (more)
anthonypeluso
on Citysearch Oct 10, 2004I read some of the reviews and must laugh. This pizza is the best. I have almost never got a burnt or soggy pie. Its coal people expect so black on the bottom. If you don't want soggy then be smart and don't order mushrooms... (more)
mile01
on Citysearch Sep 26, 2004This is the best pizza in town, the ingredients are so fresh, and even if you don't like anything on your pizza try the sausage, garlic or peppers. There is a reason this place is so good and its freshness... (more)
rinotornelli
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2004I have never been so disappointed in NYC! The pizza is really bad here, maybe it used to be the best, but now it is not different at all from the average Manhattan pizza... which for italian standards is bad. Nice... (more)
johnrizzardi
on Citysearch Aug 04, 2004Our two families walked from Manhattan over the Brooklyn Bridge on a sultry evening on the promise that this would be the best pizza we ever had. Well, it wasn't the best, as my vermont cheddar/mussell pizza is the... (more)
wpbeardsley
on Citysearch Jul 04, 2004The people on here who knocked Grimaldi's have no idea what they're talking about. You definitely shouldn't try to go at a peak time -- between 5:30 and 8 PM most days of the week, esp. during the summer. And toppings are... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Jun 24, 2004Checkerboard-print tablecloths drape the tables, pictures of Pavarotti, Sinatra and Brando cover the walls and, nine times out of 10, it's either the voice of Old Blue Eyes or the Italian tenor that emanates from... (more)
mskr
on Citysearch Apr 29, 2004At it's best, it's amazing; you just have to know what to order. Best choices: pepperoni, olives, sundried tomatoes. Worst: mushrooms (too soggy). Stick with the drier toppings and you can't go wrong!... (more)
jrmarton
on Citysearch Apr 19, 2004In my humble opinion this is great pizza, and worth the trip to Brooklyn. Great sauce and the perfect crust. Take a stroll across the Brooklyn Bridge when you are done, since you will eat more then you should.... (more)
darkerimage
on Citysearch Apr 01, 2004But it couldn't be the best pizza in New York, because that's an impossible statement...it's quite close though. The pizza is made the traditional way...the sauce is sweet and delicious - the crust has a hint of burnt... (more)
bianco_della_neve
on Citysearch Apr 01, 2004The pizza here is totally overrated. Sure its in a cool location, but its not worth the price you pay. The sauce is unremarkable in every way, and no amount of toppings is going to make it better. It will just make you... (more)
solardildo
on Citysearch Jan 24, 2004You may have heard of this place as "the place to go for pizza in Brooklyn". Nothing can be further from the truth. This place is awful. The atmosphere is poor. The place is packed to the rafters with poor tourists who... (more)
eylb92201
on Citysearch Dec 11, 2003Lived in Brooklyn my whole life. Finally tried Grimaldi's. Do not go ont he weekends it is jammed and you have to wait outside, which is not too nice on a cold night especially since it is right near the water. I did take... (more)
mackpappy
on Citysearch Nov 06, 2003Bottom line- Below average. I have heard the glowing reviews and I wanted to love it. Service was great. Ordered basil, garlic, mushrooms, half olive half onion. Pizza showed up hot and looked great. After the first... (more)
maksimka
on Citysearch Oct 23, 2003The best Pizza in New York!!! My mouth waters just thinking about it again. (more)
mikeu
on Citysearch Oct 18, 2003After reading about Grimaldi's I took a 45 minute ride to check out their pizza,it was over priced over cooked and their cheese must have been made of gold because the pizza had very little of it,the next time I want... (more)
wheezl
on Citysearch Sep 23, 2003This may be the most boring pizza in New York. It seems like they use good ingredients and and cook the pie well.. but every combination I try is bland and boring. I live just down the street so believe me when I tell you I... (more)
rudee
on Citysearch Sep 01, 2003After a brief subway Subway ride from Manhattan I arrived at Grimaldi's. I was wet from the heavy rain and mighty hungry. It was about 4:30PM and I was the only person there. Seeing as though I was the only person there, I... (more)
jeffrey_varasano
on Citysearch Aug 27, 2003Grimaldi's get's a 9.5 for atmosphere, just below Lombardi's. But seriously guys, all these 10's for the pizza??? I don't get it. Grimaldi's, Lombardi's & John's get high reviews because they have cool atmosphere... (more)
carlucci
on Citysearch Aug 23, 2003Take it from native New Yorker; 2 criteria determine a great pie over an average one!! CRISPY CRUST, and tasty, mildly spicy sauce; and a rule in New York style pizza is that the sauce should meld nicely with the... (more)
ginamog
on Citysearch Aug 10, 2003A little line out front, but definitely worth the wait. Try the garlic and pepperoni pizza. Amazing! Really loved every minute of it! Good place to go with a group. (more)
juliashakespeare
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2003I have walked across the Brooklyn Bridge more than once for a taste of Grimaldi's. As an NYU student it is the best place I know to relieve the stress and hunger of studying. Easily the best pizza I have ever tasted... (more)
mongo
on Citysearch Aug 07, 2003Eat at Grimaldi's now. It's like my old grandpappy said after the Great War, "if everyone ate Pizza together, there'd be no war." Well, Grimaldi's pizza is good enough to bring peace to the world.... (more)
gon69porsche
on Citysearch Jul 01, 2003Been here numerous times and have not been disappointed once.When you want the best brick oven pizza anywhere this is the place to go. (more)
sfsun
on Citysearch Jun 30, 2003I read the high reviews for Lombardi's and John's, and disliked the pizza I got at both places, so Grimaldi's was my last try at finding the perfect pie in NYC. Grimaldi's lived up to its great reputation. This was... (more)
evezangel
on Citysearch Jun 06, 2003having been a new yorker all my life (mind its only been 22 yrs!) i'm fnally starting to discover the the charm and beauty across the river. grimaldi's was a perfect inception into this whole new unventured territory!... (more)
Christiana01
on Citysearch May 10, 2003They truly have amazing pizza. Good prices, decent service, and great food... but I go at off-times, which means I don't wait in line forever. Be warned that dining here can mean waiting out front in line before... (more)
wompedy
on Citysearch Apr 12, 2003I know there's supposed to be like this big debate over who has the best pizza (john's, lombardi's, or grimaldi's) but it really isn't too big a debate to me. john's CLEARLY loses. their pizza is horrible. and... (more)
aniutek
on Citysearch Mar 30, 2003superb pies, brooklyn atmosphere, good music. This is the true, old fashioned pizza place... don't expect to be kissed, be fun ::)))))) (more)
jdhutchins
on Citysearch Mar 21, 2003After a LONG walk across the bridge, we settled down for an authentic Brooklyn pie. We were not disappointed. The pizza was simply fantastic...maybe a bit too fantastic. We took the subway back into Manhattan. The... (more)
babyrichie
on Citysearch Mar 06, 2003Without doubt, THE most overrated pizza joint around. Morons stand in line waiting up to 45 minutes just to get in! I WAS ONE OF THOSE MORONS! I thought I was in for a treat. But the pizza was bland and unmemorable. I was... (more)
pavloosh
on Citysearch Feb 09, 2003Unfortunately the best part of the pizza is the crust. Topping sauce is watered down. Place is noisy and tables are placed too close to one another. No Italian atmosphere whatsoever. Prices are outrageous. Give me... (more)
jmp202
on Citysearch Feb 04, 2003The best pizza in new york, hands down. I've tried them all: John's, Patsy's, Lombardi's, Angelo's, etc.; none of them compare. (more)
juiceguy101
on Citysearch Jan 01, 2003The mozzarella is so fresh and the crust is chewy, crunchy, and light. While this place is outta the way for most, you have to go there. As a long-time Manhattan resident, I say Grimaldi's makes the best pizza in NYC.... (more)
ok123
on Citysearch Dec 23, 2002this place sucked! my neighborhood pizzeria is better. Servers are rude as hell and the pizza is tough, bland and burnt, would not recommend it and don't know what the hype is all about. Go to john's or lombardi's much,... (more)
BoloJungle
on Citysearch Dec 05, 2002absolutely the BEST pizza in NYC - or anywhere. The original (no matter what anyone else tells you). Definitely worth the trip over the Brooklyn Bridge. (more)
bnewts1
on Citysearch Nov 30, 2002If I had to choose a last meal, it would be a Grimaldi Pie. You can't beat it - even in NYC! Of course, they use ONLY FRESH ingrediants, and you can totally taste it. Here's how they do it...it's simple - now pay... (more)
las827
on Citysearch Nov 19, 2002This is by far the best pizza I have ever had.The crust was thin and crunchy,the toppings were fresh and plentiful.The service was outstanding!! The atmosphere was fabulous. (more)
lilybird
on Citysearch Nov 10, 2002Simply the BEST. I have lived in NY and Italy for most of my life, and I have to say this is my favorite pizza. The only people who complain about it seem to prefer thick-crust. In my opinion, it beats out Lombardis and all... (more)
jenack
on Citysearch Nov 06, 2002Heard all about it & went last week. What a disappointment! The pizza was fair--Lombardi's is much better as, of course, is John's. Ben's in Soho is first-rate, although not thin-crust.... (more)
seast194
on Citysearch Nov 05, 2002We consider ourselves pizza lovers in NYC and we have found that Grimaldi's is by far the best in the city - Years ago we liked John's but we have found their pizza to be just average since our discovery of Grimaldi's... (more)
dee247
on Citysearch Nov 05, 2002The pizza is awesome - but try the calzone. Delicious and big anough to feed a family. The ATM is now located right inside the front door. (more)
actnan
on Citysearch Oct 31, 2002The freshest ingredients for pizza on the planet. No one could speak once the pies were served. Highly recommend the garlic onion pie. The crust is sheer heaven...so thin and perfect. There is nothing like... (more)
powerbuckets
on Citysearch Oct 31, 2002As a life long New yorker, I have tried pizza all over the city and Grimaldies is the best. I live in bayside, Queens and have been going to eat there for 15 yrs. (more)
lenn
on Citysearch Oct 31, 2002PIZZA......... BROOKLYN....UNDER THE BRIDGE...... THHHHHHEEEEE BBBBEEEEEESSSSSSTTT!!!!!!! WORDS CAN'T DESCRIBE THE PIZZA (more)
chats72
on Citysearch Oct 30, 2002Worth the trip over the bridge, worth the search for parking, worth the wait for a table at dinner time and worthy of a ten rating. (more)
PIDDLY
on Citysearch Oct 29, 2002IF YOU HAVEN'T BEEN, THEN YOU OBVIOUSLY DON'T LIVE IN NEW YORK. THE BEST PIZZA ANYWHERE AT ANY PRICE. (more)
Chamizon
on Citysearch Oct 29, 2002Is a must place for New York visitors or inhabitants, nice colors all over the place, relaxed people only enjoying the food, it was worth the wait (long as usual). The service a little slow, but what could the waiters do... (more)
mbfinger
on Citysearch Oct 29, 2002This is a great to find the perfect pizza pie. Lots of cheese and sauce, a match made in heaven. Toppings are always a plus. A great reason to leave Manhattan and let all your worries disappear when biting into a slice.... (more)
jjargenti
on Citysearch Oct 22, 2002I have been going to Grimaldi's for many years, and in that time have never come across a better slice. In case anyone who lives in Jersey cares, they have a place, by the same name in Hoboken as well. Also, the best... (more)
kal102374
on Citysearch Oct 13, 2002The pizza here is so good that this place only takes cash! My husband and I split a whole pie! The wait is well worth it, but the wait is outside on the sidewalks of Brooklyn. The neighborhood is safe and you get a great view... (more)
doug98uf
on Citysearch Oct 02, 2002This is a great place, and was also a great experience. If you are in Manhattan and it's a nice clear day, take a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge. The city is beautiful from this unique perspective. Once on the Brooklyn... (more)
delicado
on Citysearch Sep 26, 2002This a good place. The setting is nice, right by the waterfront. The restaurant has a cosy, unpretentious atmosphere. The pizza is extremely good. Personally I don't think it's quite the best in the city, but it's... (more)
antny2017
on Citysearch Sep 23, 2002There are two types of pizza: fresh mozzarella pizzas and aged mozzarella pizzas. I am more a fan of the latter, but Grimaldi's has, by far, the best freh mozarella pizza I've ever had. It's worth the line... (more)
skuang
on Citysearch Sep 23, 2002This is the BEST pizza place I've ever been too. The ambience resembles ones in the movies and I love the music. The ingredients are super fresh and great for sharing with a small group.... (more)
akmp
on Citysearch Sep 10, 2002The food is cheap and good. Who could ask for more. A scenic walk from Manhattan over the historic Brooklyn Bridge. The pizza is baked in a wood burning oven and the flavor is fantastic.... (more)
mspiegel
on Citysearch Sep 08, 2002Combine your visit to Grimaldi's with a short walk over the Brooklyn Bridge, from Manhattan to Brooklyn. There's also a nice view on downtown Manhattan from this location. (more)
grashop88
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2002Mouth-watering pizza. Delicious tomato sauce. You should try it, at least once in a lifetime. (more)
lealoff
on Citysearch Sep 04, 2002Run, do not walk to Grimaldi's. It is the best pizza in town! (more)
IIII
on Citysearch Sep 02, 2002Grimaldi's is the best pizza I have ever had. We approached the building and the block was empty, but once inside the place was full and bustling. The crust was a crispy tan dream come true with those little blackened... (more)
dbercovici
on Citysearch Aug 28, 2002Any fool that thought John's or especially Three of Cups is better than Grimaldi's obviously knows nothing about pizza. The fresh sliced mozzerella, the sweet roasted peppers, the hint of garlic and oil, are just... (more)
cbronxny
on Citysearch Aug 27, 2002My very first pizza experience in New York City was @ Grimaldi's. This is the best stuff in the world. On thin, bubbly crust rests the most delicious sauce. Being a basil fanitac, the fresh leaves that come on the pizza... (more)
misswiss
on Citysearch Aug 26, 2002i love lombardi's and patsy's but grimaldi's has the indefinable something that makes it the best. never had a bad pizza, the staff has always been friendly, if not overly solicitous, and the only downside is the... (more)
jakvitis
on Citysearch Aug 26, 2002There's no question that the Best Pizza in all of NY comes from Grimaldi's...If I lived in Brooklyn I would eat it for every meal 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year (for life)...I can't get enough of that perfectly cooked... (more)
onom
on Citysearch Aug 25, 2002Despite all the raves I have had truly miserable pizzas here on several occasions. The last time I went, the pizza had practically no cheese on it at all! The dough was mediocre, the service curt - what were they... (more)
an2n
on Citysearch Aug 24, 2002Great pizza and atmosphere and perfect after/before a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge. (more)
amarak2
on Citysearch Aug 22, 2002Grimaldi's has the best pizza in the USA. If you think you've had good pizza think again, if you haven't been to Grimaldi's you don't know what good pizza is. It is worth the truip to Brooklyn, so the next time you go into... (more)
dontaz
on Citysearch Aug 21, 2002great sauce and light crust and decent elbow room at tables (more)
one_good_egg
on Citysearch Aug 20, 2002Don't even try to argue. There is nothing better in the tri-state area. Get it with olives. It is better than John's (although I still like their pizza too). Friendly staff but enough with the Sinatra already.... (more)
rafeeley
on Citysearch Aug 13, 2002The great thing about Grimaldi's is that its affordable when so many things in NYC are not. Its even better when the food is served fast and hot. And, its simply the best pizza I have ever had in my life.... (more)
eblski
on Citysearch Aug 12, 2002A Brooklyn institution. No trip to the borough is complete without a trip to Patsy's (oops I mean Grimaldi's). Fresh ingredients and delicious flavor can't be beat. It's the only pizza that truly makes me happy... (more)
kelsca
on Citysearch Aug 12, 2002There pizza is unique and unbelievably tasty, as a native New Yorker that grew up in the Brooklyn Heights area it is by far my favorite place to get a slice of pizza and dine amongst Frank Sinatra memorabilia!... (more)
briant
on Citysearch Aug 08, 2002Nothing beats Grimaldi's in New York!! GREAT PIZZA, that is the only comment needed. (more)
kimnyc72
on Citysearch Aug 01, 2002Grimaldi's has the best brick oven pizza in New York City. (more)
Daarcherrose
on Citysearch Jul 31, 2002Red and white tablecloths, Frank Sinatra on repeat, and a prime location below the Brooklyn Bridge, Grimaldi's is as good as it gets. The brick oven pizza is thin crust at its best. The service is fast and the pizza is... (more)
lauramwalters
on Citysearch Jul 29, 2002I wish I could eat here every day. It is, without a doubt, the best pizza I have ever had. (more)
raldape
on Citysearch Jul 29, 2002Classic coal oven pies, Sinatra on the juke and steps away from an amazing view of the city... what's not to love? (more)
ditash
on Citysearch Jul 29, 2002Possibly the best pizza in the country. A great coal fired crust provides a backyard BBQ taste. The ingredients are fresh, the sauce tangy and the cheese goopy. A must taste. Minor downsides are the short list of... (more)
missychococat
on Citysearch Jul 24, 2002This is definitely the best pizza in the city. Great service as well! (more)
vicb979
on Citysearch Jul 24, 2002Grimaldi's is absolutely delicious and it is difficult to go back to regular old slices. (more)
JMEats
on Citysearch Jul 24, 2002Grimaldi's is great- they use fresh ingredients for the pizza, and the restaurant has a nice family kind of feel to it. If you like deep dish, you may be disappointed, as Grimaldi's only does thin crust, but if you want... (more)
nishka_c
on Citysearch Jul 23, 2002I used to think Lombardi's served the best pizza in the city, but then I happened in on Grimaldi's en route to the Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory one day. Absolutely delicious pizza. We must have just missed the rush... (more)
dhue22
on Citysearch Jul 22, 2002The best, bar none (with apologies to Lombardi's in Little Italy and Dennino's on Shao Lin) (more)
rhubarbbs
on Citysearch Jul 21, 2002"Gimmie a red and white!" The only sentence you need utter a Grimaldi's in order to experience the best that this pizzaria. Whether you prefer yours with or whithout sauce, or like a little of both, this is New York thin... (more)
Ridley68
on Citysearch Jul 18, 2002If you like pizza, you have to try Grimaldi's. The menu is pretty much only pizza however I think it could benefit from a simple mixed salad. The location is great too because you are right under the Blkyn Bridge and can... (more)
hurley1607
on Citysearch Jul 14, 2002I cant believe this was top rated. And I cant believe this got so many 10's. I am maybe assuming Grimaldi's just had a bad day on the day I went. The servers were snobby and got mad at me when I asked if they serve by the slice.... (more)
digital_buffalo
on Citysearch Jun 20, 2002Heard about the place for years, finally made my way to the base of the Brooklyn Bridge to try it. The pizza really is excellent. Is it the "best" - who can really say. It's better than average, very tasty and a nice... (more)
jubilee
on Citysearch Jun 20, 2002I bumped into this restaurant by accident after being ejected from a wedding reception at the restaurant down the street. Their loss! The sauce is amazing, the crust is tasty and the service is so sweet. Just remember... (more)
peterbehle_citysearch
on Citysearch Jun 06, 2002It was a voyage getting here (subway, then a short hike) and a bit of a wait to get in, but well worth it. The pies here are crisp and not overloaded with toppings. Just a nice crust, a subtle (but fresh-tasting) tomato... (more)
justinhartung_citysearch
on Citysearch May 19, 2002Only been here one time, but it was truly worth all the hype I'd heard. The superflavorful sauce makes it, and the crust is crust without losing flavor. Great toppings and a sweet neighborhood.... (more)
susanchenelle_citysearch
on Citysearch May 13, 2002I prefer Grimaldi's over John's, personally. And none of John's locations has the great Brooklyn vibe that Grimaldi's has. The ingredients are fresh, which especially comes through in the tangy tomato sauce. Cap... (more)
jessicabranch_citysearch
on Citysearch May 12, 2002just not the best. Which doesn't mean it's not worth a trek over the Brooklyn Bridge. The ingredients are fabulously fresh and the pizza's well-prepared -- but the crust doesn't match up to John's. Nonetheless, it's... (more)
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