La Villa pizzeria

A Stuffed Pie Is the Standout at One of NYC’s Best Pizzerias BrooklynBrooklyn is the true homeland of pizza. It offers the broadest range of styles, fuels, and toppings, and in Brooklyn,... read moreBrooklynBrooklyn is the true homeland of pizza. It offers the broadest range of styles, fuels, and toppings, and in Brooklyn, one can still be astonished by a pizza, as I recently was at the rather grand-looking, but little known, La Villa Pizzeria in Park Slope, where I encountered a stuffed-crust pie from Abruzzo. Founded in 2003 on Fifth Avenue, the place boasts an interior clad in smoky marble and deeply stained woods. Lush banquettes run along austere white walls, while what looks like table lamps with great round shades hang from the ceiling.
Despite a menu that manages to cover all the bases of Italian-American cooking, from baked clams to baked pastas, pizzas remain the throbbing heart of the restaurant. Gleaming ovens run along the left side of the room as you enter, where pizzaioli massage balls of dough, poke their peels into the gaping maws of the wood-burning ovens, and bend this way and that as they wrangle the pies.
La Villa’s pizza menu is expansive; in fact, it tries to recreate nearly every type of Brooklyn pizza imaginable. The menu offers three styles of crust: Neapolitan (referring to the NYC’s original round pies), Sicilian (thick-crusted and rectangular), and Metro (round pies with a super-thin crust, as seen in modern Rome’s pizza tonda). These pies come with a host of optional toppings.
Then there are 18 specialty pies, with idiosyncratic crusts and toppings. Naturally, there’s a Naples-style margherita, a focaccia with broccoli rabe and sausage, and an upside-down Sicilian, the kind of Brooklyn pie favored at L&B Spumoni Gardens, in which the mozzarella goes on the bottom and the sauce on top, to keep the crust from getting soggy. But running my eye down this list, I was arrested by the pizza called Romana (“Roman”).
It was a stuffed crust pie but not like the ones at Domino’s. When it arrived at the table, it was rectangular and had achieved a beautiful shade of brown on the top crust, with a bottom crust twice as thick, nicely charred underneath here and there. The pie was sealed on the sides, boxing the ingredients, and when cut into 10 square pieces, the cheese seductively oozed out.
The pie was further stuffed with fennel sausage, pepperoni, and sliced, well-oiled potatoes. Wielding a giant spatula, a waiter ceremoniously served one slice each to my guest and me, as we sat at one of the breezy sidewalk tables, as tendrils of cheese stretched from pie to plate. This Romana was one of the best pizzas I’d ever tasted, creamy, gooey, meaty, and smoky, with the top crust crunchy and the bottom crust chewy. But where did this wonderful pie (small $16, large $27) come from, I wondered, since I’d never encountered anything quite like it. read less

La Villa is probably my favorite restaurant in my neighborhood! I used to eat from La Villa in Park Slope... read moreLa Villa is probably my favorite restaurant in my neighborhood! I used to eat from La Villa in Park Slope and sometimes even Marine Park! When Dyker Heights opened I almost died I was so so excited! Service, cleanliness is always on point! Portions are great, everything is always delicious. My favorite item on the menu has got to be the chicken caesar wrap with fresh mozzarella! I have been eating this wrap since 2010! I love their entire menu! As for the pizza, margarita and vegetale are my go to! La Villa doesn't disappoint! The quality is there hence the higher price points. read less

Guys, hubby and I wanted some good Italian...therefore we decided to stay in the neighborhood and went out to try... read moreGuys, hubby and I wanted some good Italian...therefore we decided to stay in the neighborhood and went out to try this place. Let me tell you ... it was beyond delicious .. everything was fresh .. we had calamari in marinara sauce as an appetizer then I had shrimp pasta with mussels, my husband got some good skirt steak with roasted potatoes and salad...then we had some yummy dessert vanilla ice cream with an espresso shot and whipped cream.. we loved everything, service was good, the place is nice, big and clean, they also have a outside sitting area. We Definitely recommend this restaurant, it is as of now, one of our fav places to go. read less

They have the best Mac and cheese! It's probably the best I ever ate actually. It's just that good, it's... read moreThey have the best Mac and cheese! It's probably the best I ever ate actually. It's just that good, it's a must try dish here.

For appetizers, we got their meatball which I should have saved to eat with the pasta. Their meatball is so soft and juicy.

They have good customer service, since my party was a table of 10 we had to wait 30 mins if we all wanted to seat next to each other or we can get two tables close together. Since we waited more than 30 mins they offered us two slices of pizza to share it was sliced in small pieces.

They do have a mini parking lot so you don't have to worry about parking.

I'm coming back with friends to try more food here :) read less

This place is beautifully, clean and modern. I love the how it's laid out and still reminds me of Italy.... read moreThis place is beautifully, clean and modern. I love the how it's laid out and still reminds me of Italy. The service was great, extra patient with me as my eyes were wide and I couldn't make a decision! I throughly enjoyed the taste of every thing, authentic and delicious. Glad I came here, so will you! read less

My favorite Italian restaurant in parkslope because delicious pasta and pizza. My favorite meal is spaghetti garlic and oil.... read moreMy favorite Italian restaurant in parkslope because delicious pasta and pizza. My favorite meal is spaghetti garlic and oil. Comfortable ambiance and good staff. I highly recommend read less

I am beyond impressed with La Villa's pizza and the house salad I had yesterday. I know, a house salad... read moreI am beyond impressed with La Villa's pizza and the house salad I had yesterday. I know, a house salad some would inquire? Yes!! The salad was a lovely mix of greens and vegetables with roasted peppers, mozzarella and provolone, with crispy cucumbers and garlic bruschetta. The dressing that accompanied the salad was a balsamic vinaigrette as well as a lemon dressing and my secretary and I were beyond pleased! The pizza is delicious and very high quality ingredients, crispy and thin...just the way I like it. I will definitely be ordering again very soon and look l forward to trying more things. read less

Come to La Villa if you're looking for a high quality slice made fresh daily with high quality ingredients! You... read moreCome to La Villa if you're looking for a high quality slice made fresh daily with high quality ingredients! You can taste the difference between a slice you get here and a slice you get at your normal pizza joint around Brooklyn. It is definitely worth a stop in! Check it out! read less

The place is so good

The tomato sauce is so good

Can't stop eating this food

Eggplant Parm delicious

Balsamic... read moreThe place is so good

The tomato sauce is so good

Can't stop eating this food

Eggplant Parm delicious

Balsamic chicken delicious

Pizza delicious

Bread delicious

Olive oil delicious

Caesar salad delicious

Did I mention the food is delicious ? read less

While visiting family in Brooklyn, my family and I couldn't pass up a slice of world famous Brooklyn pizza. ... read moreWhile visiting family in Brooklyn, my family and I couldn't pass up a slice of world famous Brooklyn pizza. La Villa had great reviews and was within range... Why not I thought.

Pulling up it looked fancier than what I expected, thinking a hole in the wall probably has the most authentic experience. We chose to sit at the bar instead of doing the whole waiter thing.

I ordered a slice of pepperoni, cheese slice for my 5yr old and a chicken salad for my wife. The staff was really friendly and made us feel very relaxed and welcome.

No complaints. The pizza was fantastic. Just the right amount of grease, giving it that delicious taste without giving up on the crunch of the crust.

My wife's salad was great too. The balsamic flavor was just right... Complimentary, not overpowering.

Place is nicely decorated with bright colors giving it a happy feel, while outside weather was grey winter.

Very nice experience. read less

Have been coming to La VIlla for quite a while now - mostly the one in park slope... but this... read moreHave been coming to La VIlla for quite a while now - mostly the one in park slope... but this one here is even bigger and better.

This is my to go place for pIzza, salad and beer. We also come for their chicken sandwich at times. The side onion bread sticks OH MY! So delicious (complementary). Pizza is always superb and their salads are very fresh and giant servings - enough for two or three people.

This location is spacious and very clean - (a bit "stale"- different look from the cozy-family feel spot in park slope but it still manages to have great service. read less

What a nice surprise! This place is tucked away in a mini strip of stores. The ambiance is amazing. The... read moreWhat a nice surprise! This place is tucked away in a mini strip of stores. The ambiance is amazing. The decor is very nice and up scale. The place was very busy BUT we were seated within 15minutes. Our waitress was amazing even though it was so busy. The bus boys were continually filling glasses. The food was superb! The meatballs drenched in sauce was so flavorful. The mini white pizza was so good. They started us off with warm delicious bread... I almost ate the whole basket because it was so tasty! When the food came, it was hot and by then, I was basically stuffed. That didn't stop me though! I ate almost half of the food. It was so delicious I needed to save some for later so I could really savor it. I will definitely be back! read less

So good. Even bigger portions than the Howard Beach location. Same great flavors. Love all the La Villa locations. Service... read moreSo good. Even bigger portions than the Howard Beach location. Same great flavors. Love all the La Villa locations. Service is always fast. No complaints! read less

This is a hidden gem with an amazing grandma slice and delicious baked clams. This pizza has the one of... read moreThis is a hidden gem with an amazing grandma slice and delicious baked clams. This pizza has the one of the best if not the best sauce in all of new york and beats out the most popular joints. The dough is extremely light and fluffy yet so crispy at the same time. Absolute BEST! read less

Great Italian food. The love is clean. The staff is nice. Please see the video for food.

Solid Italian meal every time. Staff is friendly. Clean environment. Fresh food that tastes great every time I'm here.

This place is so delicious! The pizza is amazing with its fresh, authentic ingredients! It's PERFECT!! Also, the bread they... read moreThis place is so delicious! The pizza is amazing with its fresh, authentic ingredients! It's PERFECT!! Also, the bread they give you prior to your meal is the most fresh yummy bread ever! Literally it tastes like fresh out of the oven. After eating pizza here, you will not want to eat any other pizza!! Highly recommended!! read less

Food was amazing. Everything from salad to pasta to desert. No complaints at all. Only negative is the service was... read moreFood was amazing. Everything from salad to pasta to desert. No complaints at all. Only negative is the service was bad but I'll take it for the food. read less

The best! I love them. I just ordered tonight, got a buffalo mozzarella pie. It was so good. Get from... read moreThe best! I love them. I just ordered tonight, got a buffalo mozzarella pie. It was so good. Get from them you won't regret it. They sent prosciutto balls free they were the bomb. read less

I had the pleasure of meeting the owner and she extended the invitation to visit the restaurant
I picked the... read moreI had the pleasure of meeting the owner and she extended the invitation to visit the restaurant
I picked the perfect night to visit. Upon entering, we were greeted and we picked our own seats.
Decor is warm and friendly. Comfortable seating and perfect lighting.
Orders were placed and it wasnt long before we were digging in .

The food was AMAZING!! We had the cheese ravioli, Italian Mac and cheese , brocolli , zucchini pizza and fried eggplant ! The eggplant was delicious . Didn't think eggplant could Taste this good ! The zucchini pizza was also delicious . We were stuffed and whatever leftovers we had was definitely going home with us!

We had an excellent time at LA VILLA!! It was definitely 5 stars , maybe more. Staff was excellent, service is top notch , food was very very good and flavorful ! One of the best thus far ! Thanks to all at LA VILLA and I will be back ! Excellent service ! Can't wait to visit again ! read less

i come here every time for my birthday and they always serve with full quality. all of their food tastes... read morei come here every time for my birthday and they always serve with full quality. all of their food tastes absolutely delicious and give hefty servings. the wait usually takes a while though read less

Love this place!! There pasta is sooo good! You walk in & the atmosphere feels like your in Italy! Live... read moreLove this place!! There pasta is sooo good! You walk in & the atmosphere feels like your in Italy! Live around the corner for 18yrs & this is my little secret! A little Gem in Lindenhood read less

Our favorite neighborhood pizza joint. Been coming for years, and the margarita pizza never disappoints. The crust is delicious, crispy... read moreOur favorite neighborhood pizza joint. Been coming for years, and the margarita pizza never disappoints. The crust is delicious, crispy and chewy with a smokey flavor from their wood fired ovens. Highly recommend all items that are wood-fires here, including the tasty morsels of onion bread that come warm and fresh to every table when you dine in. We also love the pasta with clams, the la villa salad with lemon vinaigrette, and their soups are delicious too. read less

Best pizza place in the area. I order here all the time. I always get the bufala margherita and it... read moreBest pizza place in the area. I order here all the time. I always get the bufala margherita and it blows me away every time. Crust is crispy and pizza is thin. The sauce is tangy and the the cheese is amazing. My dad who's a huge pizza lover ate half the pie last time I ordered. He usually eats 2 slices at most. He went on to tell me this is the best thing he's ever eaten in his entire life. I wouldn't go that far but that speaks volume I guess hahaha. read less