Tino's Artisan Pizza Co. — Restaurant in Jersey City

We decided to try two pies during our visit: the Margarita and the Antonio. Starting with the Antonio, it was quite impressive. The pizza was generously packed with a variety of flavorful toppings, each complementing the others really well. The combination of ingredients was thoughtfully chosen, and every bite was enjoyable, offering a satisfying mix of textures and tastes. It felt like a well-crafted pizza where attention was given to every detail.

Unfortunately, the Margarita didn’t live up to the same standard. It was rather underwhelming compared to the Antonio. The cheese had a strange, somewhat stale taste, as though it wasn’t as fresh as it should have been. This affected the overall flavor, making the pizza less enjoyable. The mint leaves, which should have added a fresh, vibrant touch to the dish, were also disappointing—they weren’t fresh, and this detracted from the lightness that you typically expect from a Margarita pizza. The pizza ended up tasting a bit bland and uninspired, which was a letdown considering it’s such a classic option.

To add to the frustration, we noticed that we were charged extra for a small hot sauce. It’s a small detail, but it leaves a bad impression when customers are charged for what feels like an insignificant extra.

On the positive side, the service was great. Our server was highly professional and efficient, and the pizzas were prepared and brought to our table promptly, which we definitely appreciated. The speed of service ensured that the pizzas arrived hot and ready to enjoy, which is always a plus...

Now THIS is a PIZZERIA!!

Ladies and gentleman, from the time we entered which let me just say they had our seats ready because I called in advance and the waitress made sure that within 10 minutes the table was ready for 8! The location was a good sized space and the decor was very cute to say the least.

We had 4 children with us whom are all picky & 4 adults, 2 with specific dietary restrictions. (Vegan) When I tell you that from the youngest to the oldest we were all IMPRESSED!! To use the term IMPRESSED is an understatement.

This felt like pizza straight out of ITALY. Literally. The quality was TOP TIER, the flavor, the colors, the freshness of the vegetables, & everything else that you can think of was absolutely immaculate. We ordered about 5-6 pies with a variety of toppings including vegan pepperoni which to our surprise was not spicy at all! The drinks were sweetened to perfection. Sweet enough for the children, but not too sweet for the adult pallet. Not to mention, the peach iced tea, which comes in a glass bottle was to die for.

The server was top notch as she was not overwhelming with her service, however, did not allow us to feel forgotten.

If you are reading this, this is a sign!! Do...

Edit: They offer dairy-free/vegan pizza options! This truly is my fave place in Jersey City!! ♥

WHAT a lovely hidden gem! Most of the ingredients are high quality, and you can literally taste and feel the difference.

Pizzas can easily feed 2 people, maybe 3 if appetites aren't huge and you get an antipasto to share. They also use real mozzarella on the pizza here! I can't even eat cheese, but I can appreciate the efforts in putting the real stuff on their pizzas. (If only they had a dairy-free option! Then they'd really be my fave spot ever!)

You know why you get the "itis", a.k.a. food coma after you eat heavy foods? Your body is inflamed, trying to metabolize the junk you just put in you.

But this place? Nah, no food coma here. You'll be full afterwards, don't get me wrong, but it's a pleasant, post-meal feeling—the kind you should be expecting.

Table service is available, but they also have a pickup window around the side of the building (the restaurant's on a corner) if you want something for takeout. The dining area is quiet even on the weekends, but I LOVE this place. Truly. Will...