Carlo’s Pizza
“If you are from the city, from another borough or from Queens you haven't had real good pizza until you try one of their slices.”
“Overall, this is my pizza parlor of choice because of proximity and familiarity.”
“When I lived in Middle Village, this is the pizza joint I ate at most often.”
Carlo’s Pizza
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$ Price range Under $10
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It's been years since I've been in Middle Village, so I don't know any of the local places. Out with friends for the night and we were still hungry even though we had gone to Meatball shop in Bk. So yeah we stopped in here for a few slices. It's a nice shop, the slices are hot and fresh, my friends had good ol plain cheese slices while I opted for the eggplant and broccoli rolls. Damn I can't lie they were good plus my people gobbled up the slices like a pack of rabid dogs. I should take something to go just in case I get hungry in the morning but I don't want to look greedy. You can tell they're serious about their food and the love they put in it.
I come from NJ to come here, end of review.
This place has been here forever though I never had a chance to try it until recently. Wish I did sooner cause it was that good. I had the Chicken Parmesan Hero and it was awesome. The sauce was incredibly tasty and they laid a great amount of mozzarella cheese over the chicken as well. The chicken was so fresh and it just made this simple hero perfect. I would definitely come back here for a hero in the future. I didn't try any pizza yet but from what I saw coming in and going out, the Grandma Slice was the way to go. Everything looked so appetizing and fresh there. They don't have delivery but how can they when they are on Metropolitan Avenue and it's impossible to park anyway.
Stopped in here today after living in Middle Village for a few years now and hearing all of the positive things that people had to say about this place. I loved the old school feeling when I went inside. From the decor, table settings and fountain drink station to the workers speaking Italian. Loved it. Very spacious to go with friends/family and have a nice, relaxing time while eating good food. Friendly service. Fair prices. The garlic knots were great. Not hard and crunchy. Fairly soft, like I prefer, with a good garlicky taste. The Sicilian pie is great. Huge squares. Very, very good sauce. To me, that is key! Not greasy at all! Crust had a good give to it. The white slice is to die for. Perfect amount of mozzarella and ricotta. I just wish the would have heated up the order a bit more. Wasn't really hot by the time I walked a few blocks home. Other than that, I will definitely be coming back. They must do enough pick-up/walk-in business since they don't deliver. Sucks. I'd definitely give them more business if they delivered. Pretty please start delivering? 🙂
Great pizza square was fantastic. Slice very good garlic knots in great shape… We need this and to the guy behind the counter Lets Go Rangers!!!
Average, middle of the road, unremarkable pizza. I wasn't sure if that deserved three stars, but since it wasn't bad I didn't feel right giving it two. It was served to me molten hot, I had to wait like five minutes before attempting a bite and by the time I was finished the crust was still steaming. I didn't try anything else but I saw signs mentioning desserts and that they serve beer and wine.
This pizza is pretty good. I was told that they don't deliver by my friend who lives in the neighborhood. I'm wondering if maybe the delivery service is new.. I only gave it 3 stars because I haven't had much beyond the pizza so I can't rate any of the other dishes, but as far as pizza goes it really is good. I had grandmas slices and they were good as well as the Sicilian and regular.. I'm pretty much just into original type pizza, not into toppings too much. The staff who work here are very nice as well.
** 3.5 stars **
A stop on the tour of long-standing neighborhood pizza joints, characterized by counter self-serve, cafeteria-style dining areas, and pizza by the slice.
Carlo's is located on commercial Metropolitan Avenue in Middle Village, in business since 1966. The front of the restaurant has a large dining area with plenty of seating. The back counter shows off ready-made pizzas behind glass. Besides the classic pizza choices of cheese slices and Sicilians, there are brick oven, deep dish, and even stuffed pizza. Toppings include classic pepperoni, sausage, anchovies, and meatballs, but still more dressed up versions topped with pasta (baked ziti, lasagna), ricotta, and chicken with broccoli. But Carlo's is not just a typical pizzeria; besides pizza, rolls, and heroes, there's also a full menu of Italian appetizers, pasta dishes, and meat and seafood entrees.
But this visit is for a New York slice. The very friendly staff slide the ordered slices into the oven to heat up. All the classic condiments you'd expect, like garlic powder, dry oregano, and chili flakes, are by the soda dispenser near the counter.
Hot out of the oven, their plain slice had a bonafide thin and crisp crust, keeping that crispiness for as long as 10 minutes. Not too oily nor overtopped, there's a good balance between cheese and tomato sauce. Flavor not exceptional, but perfectly fine and satisfying.
A solid 3-star slice, with bonuses in seating and service that is better than most pizza joints.