Russell Pzutto
As someone who’s spent a lifetime exploring nearly every renowned pizza spot across Long Island and New York City, I can confidently say that Cugini’s ranks among the very best. If I had to choose a standout item from their menu, it’s without a doubt the marinara slice—pure perfection in every bite. The crust strikes the perfect balance between crunchy and light, while the sauce is rich, garlicky, and never overly acidic. I can easily polish off three slices whenever I visit this outstanding pizzeria. If you’re craving that classic, old-school pizza flavor, Cugini’s is the place to go. I believe there’s also a location in Bayside, Queens.
… moreM D
We stopped by this pizzeria for a casual family meal, as it used to be one of my husband’s favorite pizza places. My husband and daughter ordered pizza, while I decided to try something different and ordered the chicken marsala with penne alla vodka.
Unfortunately, my experience was extremely disappointing. On my very first bite of the chicken, I immediately spit it out after discovering three small pieces of metal that appeared to resemble fragments from a Brillo sponge or cleaning material. Needless to say, I stopped eating right away.
I informed the staff about what happened, and they offered to replace my dish, but after an experience like that, it was impossible to continue eating. What made the situation even more upsetting was the lack of an apology or genuine concern from the waiter.
Because of this experience and the lack of accountability, we won’t be returning. It’s unfortunate, especially since we try to support small businesses, but this incident left us questioning whether we would have been better off dining elsewhere.
… moreEric Go
Update Sept 2023: Cuginis is open again with signs saying under new management. Had the same thing I’ve had here for the past 15 years and it’s just as good as it was before the place changed hands. Long live Cuginis
Been going to this place for over half my life, starting from when I went to high school across the street. The quality over the years has stayed the same, and they make a great deep-dish style buffalo slice. I challenge you to find a better buffalo slice on Long Island, as I have yet to do so.
Other slices are great too, with plenty of variety if you don’t feel like getting the same buffalo slice for 15+ years like I do.
The guys who work the counter are super cool too!
Tip: try the buffalo slice, rice ball, meat pinwheel. The chicken bacon ranch slices are tasty as well!
… moreBetsy Andromidas
Just reminded how great Cugini’s grandma pizza is. Thin crust, lots of flavor, perfect distribution of sauce and cheese. The regular is great too but the grandma is
… moreAndre Vialet
I was out with my grands and looking for a place to have lunch. Cugini is a moderate size Pizzeria with a restaurant dining room attached. I had the Pasta E Pagioli soup as a starter. I told the server that it was years since I had this soup with such great flavor. The portions were generous. I will will have to return to try their pizza.
… moreprimo iglesias
Real nice family style more restaurant than pizzeria (floor space sq ft). The big surprise is the food! OMG! I haven’t had Italian like this, what i mean is a really nice neighborhood restaurant that serves superb creatio ns at the most reasonable prices. I did say family style! A great value. The bread, HFS! Out of.this world. The veal parmigan, marinara penned, the ala vodka sauce. I need to go back and try the entire menu. Can’t wait.
… moreAnnie Pisapia
The pizza is delicious. Definitely one of my favorite slices lately. Perfect crust. Crispy. Not burnt. And thin. But sturdy to fold in half and eat. Loved the regular slice. And Grandma slice. Dynamite
… moreE Z
Decent pizza slices but no price menu. I felt I overpaid for 3 cheese slices! Won’t return anytime soon.
… moreJoe L
Just ate here with my family and I really can’t say anything good about it. There were flies around the dining room table and not great food or service
… moreAlexander Molina Nenger
Pizza was decent, on the smaller end of slices. Service was a bit rude for no reason, maybe the person over the counter had a bad day.
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