ZipPicks Awards
Best Italian in Williamsburg
Best Family Friendly Italian in Williamsburg
Best Family Friendly Pizza in Williamsburg
Master Critic Review
Carmine and Son's Pizzeria
7.7
This 40-year family institution merges sports bar energy with serious wood-fired pizza. The Gangone family has perfected Sicilian squares and creative specialty pies, while the split-personality space offers bar dining upfront and family tables in back.
Must-Try Dishes:
Baby Pepperoni Sicilian, Grandma Vodka Pizza, Carmines Favorite Pie
Scores:
Value: 8.5
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 8.5
What makes it special: 40 years of family ownership with wood-fired pizza and sports bar in one
Who should go: Game-day crowds and late-night pizza seekers
When to visit: Any game day; open until midnight daily
What to order: Baby pepperoni Sicilian, grandma vodka
Insider tip: The pizza window operates independently for quick slices
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only on Graham Ave - easier before 6pm. L train to Graham Ave or G to Metropolitan brings you within a block
Dress code: Come as you are - neighborhood pizzeria vibe, jeans and a jersey fit right in on game days
Noise level: Loud when games are on - multiple TVs blaring in the sports bar side. Pizzeria counter is quick in-and-out; back dining area slightly calmer
Weekend wait: Crazy busy Friday-Sunday nights; expect 15-20 min for a table. Slices are immediate at the counter
Weekday lunch: No wait - walk up to counter and grab a fresh slice within minutes
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - strong selection including veggie pizza, eggplant parm slice, spinach-artichoke Sicilian, and white pizza with ricotta
Vegan options: Very limited - marinara-only pizza possible, some salads. This is a cheese-heavy Italian menu
Gluten-free options: Check website for updated information
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Only if you're both into casual sports bar vibes. The pizzeria side is counter service with limited seating; the restaurant side has TVs everywhere. Great for a 'let's grab slices and see where the night goes' date, not a 'make an impression' dinner.
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations taken - it's walk-in only. The pizzeria counter is first-come for slices. For the restaurant/sports bar side, just grab an open table. Weekend game days get packed, so arrive early or expect to hover.
Is it kid-friendly? Absolutely - this is a 40-year neighborhood family spot. Back dining area is calmer than the bar up front. Kids love watching pizza come out of the wood-fired oven, and the slice variety means even picky eaters find something. Just know it's loud during games.
Best For
Better for: Combining game-watching with legitimately good pizza at unbeatable prices. The specialty Sicilian slices (baby pepperoni, grandma vodka) compete with Brooklyn's best, and you can eat well for under $15. The slice window means you're never waiting when you just need a quick hit.
Skip if: You want artisanal Neapolitan-style or a quiet Italian dinner. This is proudly old-school NYC pizza with a sports bar attached - Yankees decor and all. For upscale Italian, head to Lilia; for a quieter slice, try the window only.