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Pronto Pizza
$ · Italian

139 Court St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
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Best Lasagna in Brooklyn Heights & Downtown Brooklyn

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Pronto Pizza 7.7
Downtown Brooklyn-DUMBO-Boerum Hill
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Pronto Pizza on Court Street is a straightforward slice shop where classic baked lasagna and lasagna pan pizza satisfy budget-minded cravings. It’s more about speed and portions than atmosphere, making it useful for takeout dinners and office orders that still want red-sauce comfort.
Must-Try Dishes: Homemade Lasagna, Lasagna Pan Pizza, Penne alla Vodka
Scores:
Value: 8.5 Service: 7.2 Consistency: 7.6 Food Quality: 7.8 Atmosphere: 6.3 Cultural Relevance: 6.5
What makes it special: Counter-service slice shop where lasagna and pan pizza stay reliably hearty.
Who should go: Anyone needing fast, inexpensive red-sauce comfort food.
When to visit: Lunch and early dinner for the freshest pies and trays.
What to order: Lasagna dinner, lasagna pan pizza slice, penne alla vodka.
Insider tip: Large catering trays of lasagna are a solid move for game days.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Court Street is limited during peak hours; meters turnover more reliably before 5pm. No dedicated lot.
Dress code: Completely casual—come as you are, including gym clothes or work-from-home attire.
Noise level: Moderate during peak slice rush; still easy to hold a quick conversation.
Weekend wait: Typically no true wait—orders move quickly, though you may queue briefly at the counter.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait aside from a short line during the office lunch rush.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—classic baked lasagna, cheese slices, penne vodka, and several red-sauce pastas accommodate vegetarians.
Vegan options: Limited—most dishes rely on cheese; vegan eaters may find only simple sides or plain pasta workable.
Gluten-free options: No dedicated gluten-free menu; standard pasta and pizza dominate, and cross-contact is unavoidable.
Best For
Better for: Quick, inexpensive lasagna portions and lasagna pan pizza slices that satisfy comfort cravings without overthinking dinner.
Consider Alternatives If: You want a sit-down Italian experience, atmosphere-driven dining, or vegan/gluten-free options.