By Nicole Rosenthal
Contributing Writer
Whether you’re out in town with friends or taking a break between study sessions, there is no better option for a cheap, quick, and delicious meal than pizza. However, after the local spot Lontza’s Pizza permanently shut its doors over the summer, some students were left in search of a similar location that will be sure to satisfy taste buds and wallets alike.
Listed below are just a few local spots that are sure to please even the most refined pizza aficionado. The only question is, which will be your new go-to spot?
Abeetza Pizza
Featuring over a dozen types of pizzas and rolls, this cozy restaurant is a dietary staple for the student pizza lover. Just a mere six minutes from campus and offering a student discount on dine-in or take-out, it is no wonder why Abeetza is already a fan favorite.
Address: 82 Glen Cove Rd, Greenvale, NY 11548
Phone: (516) 484-3123
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Miles from Campus: 2.o miles
Delivery: Yes
Price Range: $11-30
Yelp Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Sergio’s Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant
The baked ziti, salad and chicken caesar salad slices are unique to Sergio’s, incorporating a healthy addition to the mix. And, with hot heros under $10 and soup under $5, Sergio’s Pizzeria would be the perfect complement to the coming winter months.
Address: 3-7 Park Plaza, Glen Head, NY 11545
Phone: (516) 674-9480
Hours: Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 12-9 p.m.
Miles from Campus: 2.6 miles Delivery: Yes
Price Range: $11-30
Yelp Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Gennaro’s Pizzeria & Restaurant
Nothing says classic Italian eating like Gennaro’s. The owners pride themselves on making everything from scratch, from classic pies to their signature chicken rolls. Although this mom-and-pop shop doesn’t deliver, Gennaro’s quality old-world Italian cuisine and meals for under $10 have kept locals coming back for over 25 years.
Address: 689 Glen Cove Ave, Glen Head, NY 11545
Phone: (516) 671-8982
Hours: 11 a.m.-9 p.m., closed on Sundays
Miles from Campus: 3.2 miles
Delivery: No
Price Range: $10 and below
Yelp Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Pezzi Pizza
Pezzi uniquely describes itself as “a little slice of Italy in Sea Cliff,” which couldn’t be any more true. This cozy spot delivers authentic pies with a modern twist, featuring the steak, onion & mushroom and grilled vegetable pizzas.
Address: 500 Glen Cove Ave, Sea Cliff, NY 11579
Phone: (516) 671-7222
Hours: 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Sunday
Miles from Campus: 3.7 miles Delivery: Yes
Price Range: $11-30
Yelp Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Centro Cucina
Serving as both a cafe and brick oven pizzeria, Centro Cucina includes a full espresso bar on top of over a dozen varieties of pies. From the meat lovers’ prosciutto pizza to one-of-a-kind specials such as the Greenvale and Nutella pizzas, Centro Cucina is sure to delight even the most unique tastes.
Address: 43C Glen Cove Rd, Greenvale, NY 11548
Phone: (516) 484-3880
Hours: 12 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Monday-Tuesday, 12 p.m.-10 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday, 12 p.m.-11 p.m.
Friday-Saturday, and 3 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday
Miles from Campus: 2.0 miles
Delivery: No
Price Range: $11-30
Yelp Rating: 3.5 out of 5 stars
Saggio Pizzeria
In the mood for a handcrafted, classic Italian hero? Saggio Pizzeria of East Norwich offers various hearty sandwiches, including meat, sausage, shrimp and eggplant parms, as well as Italian subs and chicken cutlets.
Address: 1029 Oyster Bay Rd, East Norwich, NY 11732
Phone: (516) 922-7964
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Daily
Miles from Campus: 4.3 miles
Delivery: Yes
Price Range: $11-30
Yelp Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Villa Meci
Watch out for Villa Meci’s special offer Monday-Thursday, which includes one cheese pie, 12 garlic knots, one order of zeppoles and a two-liter soda, all for just $19.95 and free delivery. Specialties include chicken bacon ranch, bacon mac & cheese and Drunk Grandma pies, all of which are both a rarity and delicacy.
Address: 214 Glen Cove Ave, Glen Cove, NY 11542
Phone: (516) 801-4400
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday
Miles from Campus: 4.5 miles
Delivery: Yes
Price Range: $10 and below
Yelp Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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