Pizza Wagon — Restaurant in New York

This pizzeria has been around for over 50 years. It has been my favorite place to grab a slice for about 36 years and my wife's for longer, since she was in high school. When we eat at the pizzeria it's usually great. I like to go when my favorite guy is in charge of making the pizza, the other dudes are not bad either. I just feel that one particular guy achieves the perfect combination of cheese, sauce and crust. It bothers me that there is no consistency. There's not much on the menu other than pizza and rolls (sausage, meatball and spinach). They usually have ran out of the rolls when I try to order them. As I mentioned before, this is our favorite pizzeria, but there are several things that I must point out. The place is small and it can get loud inside when it gets busy. There is a guy behind the counter that loves to slam down loudly the big cans of tomato sauce when he's about to open them. He does the same with the metal canisters that contain the dough when he's taking them out of the refrigerator. The tables are not wiped clean between customers, so they can be sticky and full of crumbs. Same goes for the floor, it is not swept during the day. They are pretty much the only place where you must provide your address and phone number when you order take out, every where else is automated. Their main delivery guy doesn't seem to like using the warming bags that every other pizzeria sends their pies in, even in the coldest days of winter. So by the time he walks to his car, drives to your place and walks up the stairs at best the pizza is just warm when it is delivered. Nothing much has changed in the location since I've been going there, and that's fine. I just wish they could modernize the phone ordering system and for there to be more consistency between the...

Just straight rude honestly. This has been my 3rd time going (in most recent months) because I was convinced it was "in my head". Well, it wasn't. Requested a 'nice cheesy slice' from the pan and the guy says "that pie is reserved", asked for a slice from the other pan and he said "everything is reserved for pick up or delivery" so.... Does that mean no more slices for the night, it was only 6:12 on a Friday??? Another time I requested a sheet of "tissue paper" referring to the wax paper (simple fumble in my head) After a 3rd time requesting the guy yells and responds with an attitude saying "you don't see the words right here, it's not tissue paper it's WAX... WAX". Third time I asked several times for parmesan and oregano waiting around thinking maybe it's on the table, maybe I overlooked it, and then I get a response from 1 of the guys "you're in the way move move, go over there". I mean, how many more chances can I give them to talk to me like I'm still a student walking there after school? I'm damn near 30 and you talk to your customers like this!?!!?!? I know most people love pizza wagon but it's about time that I PERSONALLY stop going. And just to be clear, if it were just the service I would have indicated such, but in the 14 years I have been going to pizza wagon, I have never felt like it was the most "bestest" ever. It was truly just OK pizza. So definitely not worth the poor service. And definitely worth the 1 star in combination with taste quality...

Deep in Brooklyn, far from the usual tourist paths, lies Pizza Wagon, a remarkable discovery on 86th Street. This quaint, hole-in-the-wall pizza joint is the epitome of old-school Brooklyn charm, offering an authentic, family-oriented experience that feels increasingly rare in a city of ever-changing trends and commercial eateries.

Before visiting Pizza Wagon, I researched its history and was fascinated to find that it has maintained its original character for generations. Its unchanged ambiance provides a nostalgic escape, a true slice of New York's culinary history.

The pizza itself? Simply sublime. It's clear that Pizza Wagon has honed its craft over the years, delivering pizzas that balance flavor, crust, and toppings to near perfection. Each bite was a reminder of why classic, no-frills pizzerias like this are cherished.

Despite its somewhat remote location in Brooklyn, a visit to Pizza Wagon is well worth the journey. It's a hidden gem that stands out in New York's vast pizza landscape, showcasing the timeless appeal of traditional pizza-making.

While part of me hesitates to share this treasure widely – wanting to preserve its low-profile charm – Pizza Wagon deserves recognition. It's not just a pizzeria; it's a culinary landmark. For anyone seeking a genuine taste of Brooklyn's pizza heritage, Pizza Wagon on 86th Street is an essential destination. This isn't just pizza; it's a piece of New...