P & M Classic Pizza and Restaurant — Restaurant in New York

As a creature of habit, when I find something I like, I keep ordering it forever and ever. And as an ex-pat, born-and-raised Italian, pizza is akin to religion and a great tasting pizza is akin to experiencing the Beatific Vision! But enough with the Catholic references! Let’s talk about P&M’s pizza! I have been ordering my usual extra-large pie (half “margherita” and the other half “salsiccia”) since 2008! Over the years, I got to know the owner (who personally makes the pies) and he goes to great lengths to find the best quality ingredients for his pizzas. And you can taste the difference in the flavor of the tomato sauce, the mozzarella cheese, the olive oil, the herbs. As all Italians know, a good pizza begins with the the base—the dough or crust—that must be a perfect balance of crispy-and-chewy, and P&M’s nails it each and every time!

The pie I ordered yesterday was $23 plus tax, (unheard of!!!) which was delivered to my doorstep in less than 20 minutes (please tip your delivery guy) together with a coupon. After you collect 9 coupons, your 10th extra-large, “margherita” pizza is free!!! In 16 years of ordering from P&M, I’ve enjoyed quite a number of free pizzas too!

P&M Classic Pizza and Restaurant is THE place if you want to experience the best pizza in Hamilton Heights!

PS. I didn’t give a star-review for the category “atmosphere” because in 16 years, I’ve only ordered for delivery (I told you I’m a creature of habit).

PPS. When I order from P&M, I order...

What a big surprise to see the pizza shop still in business after 2 decades and the owner is STILL working his culinary magic 🪄. My crew + I would frequent this spot when it first opened in 2001. It was our go btw to get a cost effective bite to eat to fill our bellies prior to drinking + partying the night away listening to the cool chords 🎶 at the St. Nick's Jazz Pub(gone 4evain the 2018 fire that took the life of a fireman 😥) Kindly note, the pizza is still the same, fresh hot + Delicious!! The crunchy crust with the herbed marinara sauce and REAL mozzarella cheese, topped off with loads of pepperoni 🍕 is 😋. They've expanded their menu, with dinners,etc. I took home a 3 pc BBQ chicken dinner with a salad for 11 bucks. It was very good. The owner happened to be there and I was shocked and very pleased. Check out this neighborhood pizza joint. You will not be disappointed. 👨‍🍳 After 21 years, he still smiles as he prepare+ service...

In a neighborhood filled with great, affordable food of several types, P&M Pizza still stands out. The owners are old-school guys who genuinely care about the quality of their work, and are always kind and conversational. The pizza is terrific, but my son and I both love the meatball subs, and my wife goes for the lasagna. This was the first place we ate when we moved into the neighborhood about 10 months ago, and it's now a good, comforting part of our lives. Always a treat. (I just got back from picking up a pizza a year after initially writing this review, and it all still holds true! A great neighborhood staple. Always very good, and...