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Pizza Secret

72 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
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Pizza, Italian
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ZipPicks Awards

Best Family Friendly Italian in Boerum Hill Best Late Night Pizza in Boerum Hill

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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

Pizza Secret 8.7
Park Slope
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Pizza Secret is a wood-burning Neapolitan pizzeria from pizzaiolo-owner Rosario Granieri, turning out blistered pies and Italian plates a short walk from Barclays. With a 50 Top Pizza USA listing and strong Google and Yelp ratings, it’s the polished late-night choice when you still want serious pizza and a real sit-down experience after games or concerts.
Must-Try Dishes: Montanara double-cooked pizza, Americana pepperoni pie with hot honey, Tartufo truffle pizza
Scores:
Value: 7.2 Service: 8.6 Consistency: 8.8 Food Quality: 9.2 Atmosphere: 8.4 Cultural Relevance: 8.9
What makes it special: Award-noted Neapolitan pies from a third-generation Naples-trained pizzaiolo.
Who should go: Pizza obsessives wanting sit-down Neapolitan near Barclays.
When to visit: 9–11pm Friday and Saturday after shows or games.
What to order: Montanara, Americana with hot honey, a seasonal special.
Insider tip: Ask about 50 Top Pizza–highlighted pies and off-menu combos.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is possible but tight after 6pm; meters run late on nearby avenues and spots can be scarce on event nights near Barclays.
Dress code: Smart casual; jeans and sneakers are fine, but the room leans slightly dressy for dates and post-event dinners.
Noise level: Moderate — energetic dining room where you can hold a conversation without shouting, though peak hours get lively.
Weekend wait: 30–60 minutes without a reservation, longer after Barclays events.
Weekday lunch: Not applicable — the restaurant focuses on dinner and evening service; early-evening weeknights usually seat quickly.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Strong options — multiple veggie pies and salads built around Neapolitan toppings.
Vegan options: Limited — you’ll find shareable sides and salads, but cheese-forward pies dominate.
Gluten-free options: Partial — gluten-free crust availability can vary; call ahead to confirm before planning.
Best For
Better for: Neapolitan authenticity, blistered crusts, and sit-down atmosphere outperform nearby slice and grab-and-go spots for late-night quality.
Skip if: You want NY-style slices, vegan-focused menus, fast takeout, or ultra-quiet dining — other pizza formats nearby will fit better.