Gino’s Pizzeria

Was in the mood for pizza and was driving down central avenue so decided on trying their margherita pizza, mozzarella sticks and my friend tried their calamari. I enjoyed the pizza because it wasn’t doughy or thick, the sauce and other ingredients were just right too. The mozzarella sticks were also very good with the sauce provided and my friend enjoyed the fried calamari as well which came with two different sauces, one spicy and one mild.
I’d definitely go back to try out other items on the menu and have a sit down dinner instead of taking my food to go.

Welp, if you are craving pizza this is not the place for you. The first time I ordered from here the pizza was just okay, today I ordered a pizza and it was clearly old. Cheese was separating from the sauce, it was cold and not edible. I called to complain and the manager/​owner tells me «well I suggest you don’t order pizza anymore bc it was fresh». He wouldn’t even send out a new pizza, which I wanted, not a credit that I will never use. Stay far away.

Gino’s has been around for a long time! for 30 years that I have been going there
(they are there much longer), I and my extended family have never been disappointed! I have become disabled a while back and they go out of their way to take care of me!
When I say everything they make is great, I mean everything! tried different pizzarias/​restaurants within their range through the years to compare, and always go right back to Gino’s! they are definitely more than a pizzaria! they have a great restaurant in back with ample seating! service is great! most of all, for all hoboken residents like myself, their pricing is about 15% lower than most these crappy hoboken pizzarias!

So I dislocated my knee a few days ago and have been surviving on take out. I just recently moved to the JC Heights area and I hadn’t found my go-​to pizzeria… UNTIL NOW! This place is the best pizza I’ve had since moving from NYC. I ordered a regular large pie with extra cheese (because extra cheese is always a must). I let them know I was on crutches and going down two flights wasn’t an option for me just so they could give the delivery guy a heads-​up. The order arrived quickly and the delivery guy was so so sweet! He offered to bring it in for me and wished me well. Really really appreciated that. Now for the pizza itself (emoji heart eyes everywhere) the sauce is so yummy not too salty not too sweet (**and not too much), the crust is perfect for what I like not too crispy not too soft, the CHEEEEESEEEE ugh the CHEEEEEESE!!! So yummy! Great amount of extra cheese (this is where most places lose me)! Biggest pizzeria pet peeve is cheap helpings of extra cheese, GINO’S GETS IT RIGHT!

You know the saying «pizza is like sex, when it’s good, it’s good — when it’s bad, it’s still good.» When talking about Gino’s I think we can adjust the saying to «when it’s good, it’s good — and it’s always good.» Not only does this place pump out great food, but they do it consistently. You always know what you’re going to get and you’re not disappointed. And it’s not just the pizza either. It’s the rice balls, the chicken rolls, the garlic knots, the pasta, and even the chicken Caesar salad. It’s a neighborhood joint that feels like a neighborhood joint, where people know one another and if you’re lucky enough, you can come in and order «the usual». My usual is a brooklyn slice and a buffalo chicken slice with ranch dressing. It always hits the spot and makes me feel like home.

This is a gray place to get some pizza. The Brooklyn Slice is awesome if you want something different from your normal NYC style thin crust.

We ordered delivery pizza from here after hearing it was the best in the Heights. It was OK, but I’m reallllllyy picky about pizza and I preferred Pizza Masters. (Sorry)

I will admit, I was a bit on the tipsy side when I ordered my margarita pizza. Everyone talks about Gino’s, so I was ready for some of the best pizza ever while dru… in a *happy state of being*.
I took a bit.Eh. It was okay. Suddenly, it just did not taste good at all… I got tired of chewing and put it in the fridge to enjoy in the morning.
This morning, I put some slices on a plate and took a huge, honkin bite of a ice, cold and perfect looking slice.
Awwuuurrrbhbuu…
I got a mouthful of burnt flavors.
Now… I am from Illinois and spent a huge chunk of my life in Chicago. this is my second east coast pie and I am not that thrilled guys. My pies have been thrown together, burnt or both… all over priced.
Yes. I will post a picture
Again… not worth the hype

I’ve ordered from here twice and have quickly become a fan of the baked ziti pizza. An important factor for me is that the crust is able to support the weight of the pasta and doesn’t collapse as soon as you pick it up, which I think a lot of places fail to do. Another good option is the buffalo chicken pie, although I will say that I don’t think I could several normal slices. I just order a personal and share that with my girlfriend. I think more than that would be too much for me. The only pie, that I’ve ordered, that I would not recommend is the Grandma pie as I felt it was very greasy and oily and after only two slices, left my stomach feeling not-​so-​great.
Delivery is on the slower side; they tell you it’ll be 45 – 60 minutes but it usually tiptoes on just over the 60-​minute mark. They also forgot part of our order the last time we called, but they were decent enough to refund what was forgotten.

Large portions, good flavor and fair prices. Whether I get chicken and pasta or fish and salad, I always get a good meal. Can’t go wrong with this neighborhood eatery. You can also BYOB!

Nothing else was open that late so we ate here. Aah the memories of great jersey city pizza came back. Excellent service. Eggplant parm was ok not stellar.

Gino’s impressed me with their commitment to customer service from the very start. After an inquisitive phone call to ensure availability of the penne pie, Gino (probably not) called me back to offer to pop it in the oven now. Kudos!
The actual restaurant, located in The Heights section of JC, had ample seating and a real convivial, neighborhood feel. Oh and they serve beer too!
The penne was delivered on an extra crispy, thin crust. Although the sauce was enjoyable, with a hint of sweetness, the pizza itself didn’t stand out much, relegated to being a pasta receptacle, overshadowed by the penne. It was also quite messy with many an escaped noodle. Bring your fork! Can’t blame Gino’s too much though — pasta pizza is a rough one, pretty much overkill no matter how you slice it.
Oh, but we also tried the white slice and that was delicious! WHITE PIZZA SAVES THE DAY!

These guys have a damn good pizza, definitely one of the best in the heights! From standard pepperoni, to buffalo chicken, to the unusual chicken bacon ranch.
Delivery is usually about 30 minutes, they keep track of your address based on your phone number, also keep your credit card on file should you wish to use it for the order. This makes ordering after the first time a breeze, prices are reasonable too!

Great pizza and pasta. The veggie pasta is to die for. The salad was also great.
On another occasion we ordered home some pizzas. They were great. But the chicken in the pizzas was too dried out and good.

I’m so grateful to live near Gino’s so I can go on a food rampage every time I order. I have been coming here for a few months now and I have to admit these guys do it right. One of the best pizza joints in the heights. These guys are committed to giving you a quality product in the shortness time possible and they have all those years under their belt to prove it.
Most of the time I order pickup and the person on the phone ALWAYS has gotten my order right. A very important aspect in the pizza industry. Their timing is great and the pizza is always ready to devour in 5 minutes as I arrive home. My favorite is the margarita the right balance of mozzarella and tomato sauce. Get the 16-​inch you’ll definitely want some more after your first round. Pizza is such an amazing creation and add a bottle of red wine and boom your wife will appreciate it.
The other day I came in to Gino’s where they have the pizza oven and ordered a couple of slices of deep dish mozzarella and diced tomatoes. Incredibly delicious. Don’t be fooled by the look of the slices just sitting on the counter. The flavor is there and that’s all it matters.
I’ll keep coming to Gino’s one because It has the essence of a family restaurant and they hustle the right way when it comes to pizza.
By the way they have Gino’s restaurant next door for a more restaurant-​like experience. I have read from other Unilocalers that is a fun experience. Maybe I’ll take my wife next time.

Okay, hold the phone.
I’ve been ordering delivery from Gino’s for years and had no idea that they had such a lovely dine in area. Central ave has got a ton of restaurants and Gino’s is not one to overlook. There are two separate store fronts– one for their take out pizza delivery gig and another for the sit down restaurant.
The sit down space is enormous and had plenty of available booths on a Thursday night around dinner time. I was craving a classic Italian meal and the menu did not fail to disappoint. SO. MUCH. PASTA.
The portions were delicious and filling and I’m still in shock about how low our bill was. Oh, and bottles of wine are 15 dollars here. It was Canyon Road but wutevs, I’m not picky about what I wash down a bowl of pasta with.
We started off with a «small» Caesar salad which was more then enough for two people and was tossed with creamy dressing and crunchy garlic croutons. I was a bit disappointed about the lack of parm cheese on the salad, but it’s okay, that came later in in the meal. I love when restaurants serve a unique bread basket, and the mini slices of tomato pie that they brought out were adorable and tasty.
Next up was a sausage, pepper and onion roll with mozzarella cheese. I’m not sure if this is a valid complaint, but there was actually too much sausage. Not a bad thing, but I would have preferred some more peppers and onions mixed in. Lack of veggies aside, this was a serious roll. I was into it.
And finally, the piece de resistance– a steaming bowl of penne vodka with grilled chicken. This was perfect. Lots of vodka sauce (just the way I like it), hearty pieces of chicken and perfectly al dente pasta.
This meal was under 40 dollars.
Wine– 15.00
Salad– 5.00
Sausage Roll– 4.50
Penne Vodka w/​chicken– 12.00
Even when I’m a bit of a ways away on Grove Street I’ll be making appearances at Gino’s every now and then. It’s too good to stay away.

This is a great family pizzeria that i have been going to since i was 6 years old, im 28 years old now! My father used to take me here for a slice of pizza after school, i used to just get a slice or order their freshly cut fries… they have booth seating, the food still remains the same and its why i keep coming back. awesome place, one of those eaterys that i hope is open forever

I grew up in The Heights, and this is a solid place for pizza, garlic knots, chicken rolls, rice balls, etc. The people who work there are good, solid employees. They’re attentive and have excellent memories!
1. The pizza is stellar! Hands down. If you’re looking for a classic cheese slice, you found it. They also have an awesome buffalo pizza that you can get with ranch or blue cheese. My husband likes the Brooklyn ($ 1.50) and I’m a fan of the Grandma pizza too. The Sicilian is not as heavy as at other pizzerias, which I prefer. If you’re new to the area, try a variety and figure out what you like. Once you figure it out and come in regularly, they’ll know your order every time you come in.
2. Chicken rolls, rice balls and garlic knots, oh my! These are all really delicious. They don’t skimp on the chicken in their chicken roll. Be sure to ask for extra sauce, you won’t regret it because all three of these are mighty tasty when dipped or smothered in that red gravy. They always keep a warm container right on top of the pizza oven.
3. Pasta and salad! My husband is a sucker for stuffed shells. It came with plenty of cheese and sauce and a roll for dipping. It’s pretty unmemorable but the portions are huge. Their grilled chicken Caesar salad on the other hand is top notch. The lettuce is fresh and crisp, the croutons are crunchy and the dressing is like CRACK. Since they don’t skimp on the chicken on the salad, either it can easily turn into two meals. If you’re on a diet, this might not be the salad for you. The salad is perfect for sharing though!
I’ve been going to Gino’s since I was a kid, and they’ve always had great service and excellent food. If you like sweets, they have a nice tiramisu and a good selection of smooth and creamy Italian ice (available year round). Best of all, they’re willing to mix flavors too! Gino’s will always be a staple for me in the Heights! And if you like local sports teams, they’ve always got a game on on one of their 2 tvs. (No worries, they’ll play both Yankees AND Mets games!)

Gino’s is by far one of the greatest if not the best Pizza in JC. Food on the other hand is better in the Pizza masters, and they have parking which is very high commodity in the heights.
They are broken up into a regular pizzeria and a restaurant next door.
Delivery is always 30 – 45 minutes, and the food arrives hot.
I normally freeze the leftover pizza and reheat it later on and it still tastes like it did upon delivery.
Pepperoni pie is $ 17 delivered. Not a bad deal around here.

About last night…
There are not many good Italian Restaurants in the Heights. Well this is one of them. I never like comparing restaurants but let’s just say I will put it up there with another Italian favorite in the area.
Gino’s is really two locations, pizzeria on the right and a nice sized restaurant on the left. Finally got a chance to dine in with the Mrs. and have some pasta.
They have daily specials of which my wife ordered from. She ordered the smoked mozzarella and asparagus ravioli. It was served with a tomato basil sauce and broccoli rabe. It was still very good this afternoon when I heated up the leftovers. I went off the regular menu and had the Cavatelli Verde. Lots of Cavatelli served with their homemade sausage (couldn’t resist) and broccoli rabe. The sauce also had a good amount of garlic which I like.
Also of some note they have a pretty good wine menu. The tables are decorated with a map of the Chianti region of Italy (Tuscany) so you can get a little history lesson on the different types of Chiantis.
Mangia Bene! I am still a fan.