It seems like everyone has food allergies or dietary restrictions these days. But for the lucky few who have escaped that crucible, pizza is a cherished go-to. Filled with gluten and topped with melty cheese, this is the ultimate indulgence, while also being quick, delicious, and usually cheap.
Of course, New York City has the best pizza, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get gooey greatness elsewhere. We polled readers and coworkers to find out the best places to order a slice of pizza in the Hudson Valley. And although you probably won't roadtrip for a slice, if you find yourself in any of these neighborhoods you'll be glad to know where to go.
Takeout in Your PJs
You want to stay in, binge watch something on Netflix, and not have to see anyone you might know. We know the deal. Here are the best places to order from.
Di Bella's
405 Lucas Ave Ext, Kingston, NY 12401
Phone: (845) 339-9900
Notes: Also a sit-down place, rumored to have good food.
Prima Pizza
Address: 252 Main St, Cornwall, NY 12518
Phone: (845) 534-7003
Gourmet pizza. Eat in or order overnight delivery to anywhere in the US.
Address: 332 Main St, Beacon, NY 12508
Phone: (845) 838-2222
215 Quassaick Ave #105, New Windsor, NY 12553
(845) 563-0280
Notes: Despite the uninspiring name, the pizza is good. Scarf a slice before a movie at Destinta Theatres next door, or order delivery.
Slices Pizza
Address: Partition St, Saugerties, NY 12477
Phone: (845) 247-3966
Sal’s II Pizza
Address: 43 Quaker Ridge Rd, New Rochelle, NY 10804
Phone: (914) 632-1248
Quick Lunch Slice
You could sit and eat at these places, but let’s just say you don’t go for the ambience. Quick, affordable, and delicious these pizza powerhouses are as reliable for a Thursday lunch as for a quick slice on your way out of town.
Vincenzo's
305 Wall St, Kingston, NY 12401
Phone: (845) 331-0600
Address: 2 Market St, Ellenville, NY 12428
Phone: (845) 647-2244
Emiliano's
Address: 111 Main St # 1, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
Phone: (845) 473-1414
Pizza Heaven
Address: 357 Old Forge Hill Rd #600, New Windsor, NY 12553
Phone: (845) 569-8888
Notes: GIANT slices!
Four Brothers Pizza
9 locations in Columbia, Dutchess, and Putnam Counties and Great Barrington, MA
Joe’s Pizza
Address: 198 S Plank Rd, Newburgh, NY 12550
Phone: (845) 564-0645
Notes: A deli and a pizzeria, Joe's is the ultimate no-fuss lunch spot.
Villa Italia
Address: 1663 NY-300, Newburgh, NY 12550
Phone: (845) 564-6670
Notes: Thin Crust
Eat-Out Fancy
You’re going out with the family and not everyone shares your undying love for pizza. So you go to a sit-down restaurant. Pick one of these to ensure you don’t compromise on pizza, while everyone else orders fettuccine alfredo and eggplant parm.
Address: 109 Mill Hill Rd, Woodstock, NY 12498
Phone: (845) 679-9800
Notes: Brick oven in an upscale setting.
Baba Louie's
Address: 517 Warren St, Hudson, NY 12534 (and Great Barrington)
Phone: (518) 751-2155
Notes: Mainly a wood-fired pizza place, but they also serve paninis and an evening pasta that changes daily.
Address: 19 W Market Street, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Phone: (845) 876-7200
Notes: Brick oven pizza.
Fratello
Address: 22 Spring Street, Warwick, NY 10990
Phone: (845) 986-7898
Notes: Brick oven pizza.
Address: 43 East Market Street, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Phone: (845) 876-3500
Notes: Everyone agrees, Posto is hands down the best place to go for a gourmet slice. The yeast is imported from Naples—a strain that has been in family for generations. And, fun fact, the owner looks like Johnny Depp.
Phone: (518) 671-6300
Notes: Wood-fired oven & Southern Italian cuisine.
Westwind Orchard
Address: 215 Lower Whitfield Road, Accord, NY 12404
Phone: (845) 626-0659
Notes: An apple orchard with a tasting room, farm store, and outdoor wood-fired pizza made by real Italians. Find out more here.