Grimaldi's
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Pizza, RestaurantsItalian
| 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)
Recent Comments
Best margherita pizza I've ever had. They do nothing but pizza and they excel at it....
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