Andrew Bellucci’s Pizzeria
50 Top Pizza USA #36
Our verdict
resta uno degli indirizzi più significativi per capire l’evoluzione della pizza newyorkese contemporanea. Dopo la scomparsa di Andrew Bellucci nel 2023, il locale ha continuato il suo percorso sotto la guida dell’ex socio Matthew Katakis, mantenendo viva l’eredità del fondatore senza trasformarla in semplice nostalgia. Qui il lavoro sull’impasto e sulla slice resta centrale: la classica fetta New York style è il prodotto più richiesto, con una base flessibile, sottile e capace di offrire il giusto morso. Molto riusciti anche i tranci Grandma, ariosi, ben fermentati e con bordi piacevolmente caramellati. Il servizio è rapido, sorridente e informale. La maggior parte dei clienti sceglie l’asporto o il delivery, però la sala interna, luminosa e moderna, rende piacevole anche una sosta più lunga. Il menu comprende inoltre sandwich e paste, confermando l’anima di un locale di quartiere solido e accogliente. La pizza più sorprendente resta la clam pie, da ordinare in anticipo: vongole fresche di Little Neck Bay, aperte al momento, distribuite su una base ben fermentata e completate da spicchi di limone. Il risultato è una pizza marina, sapida, intensa, capace di rendere omaggio a Bellucci attraverso qualità, misura e ambizione. Andrew Bellucci's Pizzeria remains one of the most significant addresses to understand the evolution of contemporary New York-style pizza. After the passing of Andrew Bellucci in 2023, the establishment continued its journey under the guidance of former partner Matthew Katakis, keeping the founder's legacy alive without turning it into mere nostalgia. Here, the work on the dough and the slice remains central: the classic New York-style slice is the most requested product, with a flexible, thin base capable of offering the right bite. The Grandma slices are also very successful, airy, well-fermented, and with pleasantly caramelized edges. The service is quick, friendly, and informal. Most customers choose takeout or delivery, but the bright and modern indoor dining area also makes a longer stop enjoyable. The menu also includes sandwiches and pastas, confirming the soul of a solid and welcoming neighborhood establishment. The most surprising pizza remains the clam pie, which must be ordered in advance: fresh Little Neck Bay clams, shucked on the spot, distributed on a well-fermented base and finished with lemon wedges. The result is a savory, intense, marine pizza that pays homage to Bellucci through quality, moderation, and ambition.
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The menu
What to order
- “Life-Changing” Fresh Shucked Clam Pie
- $3 Classic NYC Slice
- Vodka-Roni Slice
- Spicy Vodka Rigatoni
- Traditional pasta dishes and parms
resta uno degli indirizzi più significativi per capire l’evoluzione della pizza newyorkese contemporanea. Dopo la scomparsa di Andrew Bellucci nel 2023, il locale ha continuato il suo percorso sotto la guida dell’ex socio Matthew Katakis, mantenendo viva l’eredità del fondatore senza trasformarla in semplice nostalgia. Qui il lavoro sull’impasto e sulla slice resta centrale: la classica fetta New York style è il prodotto più richiesto, con una base flessibile, sottile e capace di offrire il giusto morso.
Molto riusciti anche i tranci Grandma, ariosi, ben fermentati e con bordi piacevolmente caramellati. Il servizio è rapido, sorridente e informale. La maggior parte dei clienti sceglie l’asporto o il delivery, però la sala interna, luminosa e moderna, rende piacevole anche una sosta più lunga.
Il menu comprende inoltre sandwich e paste, confermando l’anima di un locale di quartiere solido e accogliente. La pizza più sorprendente resta la clam pie, da ordinare in anticipo: vongole fresche di Little Neck Bay, aperte al momento, distribuite su una base ben fermentata e completate da spicchi di limone. Il risultato è una pizza marina, sapida, intensa, capace di rendere omaggio a Bellucci attraverso qualità, misura e ambizione.
Andrew Bellucci’s Pizzeria, in Astoria, is a casual, walk-in-friendly restaurant serving Classic NYC Pizza & Italian-American Comfort Food at about $15 per person. After the passing of Andrew Bellucci in 2023, the establishment continued its journey under the guidance of former partner Matthew Katakis, keeping the founder's legacy alive without turning it into mere nostalgia. Here, the work on the dough and the slice remains central: the classic New York-style slice is the most requested product, with a flexible, thin base capable of offering the right bite.
The Grandma slices are also very successful, airy, well-fermented, and with pleasantly caramelized edges. The service is quick, friendly, and informal. Most customers choose takeout or delivery, but the bright and modern indoor dining area also makes a longer stop enjoyable.
The menu also includes sandwiches and pastas, confirming the soul of a solid and welcoming neighborhood establishment. The most surprising pizza remains the clam pie, which must be ordered in advance: fresh Little Neck Bay clams, shucked on the spot, distributed on a well-fermented base and finished with lemon wedges. The result is a savory, intense, marine pizza that pays homage to Bellucci through quality, moderation, and ambition.
Comparable Venues Nearby
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| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Bellucci’s PizzeriaThis venue (the venue you are viewing) | Classic NYC Pizza & Italian-American Comfort Food | $10–20 | 50 Top Pizza USA #36 | Not listed |
| Cello’s Pizza | New York-Style Pizza | Not listed | 50 Top Pizza USA Slice #14 | East Village |
| Mozzarella & Vino | Authentic Italian Enoteca | Not listed | Not listed | Midtown-Times Square |
| Pomodoro Rosso | Authentic Neighborhood Italian | $30–50 | Not listed | Upper West Side-Lincoln Square |
| Valentine’s Pizza | New York-Style Pizza | Not listed | Not listed | Bedford-Stuyvesant (West) |
| L'Arte del Gelato | Authentic Sicilian Gelato | $10–20 | Not listed | Chelsea-Hudson Yards |
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- Classic
- Cozy
- Well Known
- Casual Hangout
- Late Night
- Solo
- Family
- After Work
- Group Dining
- Standalone
- Beer Program
- A La Carte
- Counter Dining
- Beer
- Vegetarian Friendly
- Vegan Options
- Gluten Free Options
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 12–10 PM
- Tuesday
- 12–10 PM
- Wednesday
- 12–10 PM
- Thursday
- 12–10 PM
- Friday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Saturday
- 12 PM–12 AM
- Sunday
- 12–10 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Hours as of .
Casual neighborhood slice joint with a lively, high-energy feel, bright counter-service atmosphere, and a focus on the pizza rather than elaborate décor.




















