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Best Family Friendly Favorites Pizza Restaurants in Ridgewood

3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

Our Top Pick
Joe & John's Pizzeria
Old-school slice-shop execution that stays dependable and fast.

Notable Picks

$ Ridgewood Italian, Pizza
A classic Ridgewood slice counter where the best experience is simple: fresh pies moving fast, a steady neighborhood rhythm, and a focus on the fundamentals. Come hungry, order at the counter, and keep it tight with one round of slices and one side.
Must-Try Dishes: Plain slice, Sicilian square slice, Garlic knots
What makes it special: Old-school slice-shop execution that stays dependable and fast.

Worthy Picks

$$ Ridgewood Pizza, Italian
A casual neighborhood Italian spot where pizza is part of a broader comfort-food lineup, including vegan options, making it useful for mixed groups. Keep the order practical—one slice style that shows their sauce lane, plus one classic pie for the table.
Must-Try Dishes: Vodka sauce slice, Grandma's Sicilian pizza, Vegan cheese slice
What makes it special: A Myrtle Ave staple with both classic and vegan slice options.
$ Ridgewood Pizza, Italian
A neighborhood pizzeria-restaurant hybrid that’s strongest as a reliable, everything-under-one-roof takeout and casual dine-in option. Treat it like a classic local Italian-American menu: one slice or pie plus a baked pasta or hero if you’re feeding multiple appetites.
Must-Try Dishes: Sausage and pepperoni pizza, BBQ chicken pizza, Calzone
What makes it special: Classic neighborhood pizzeria range with pizza, calzones, and big-menu comfort.