I decided to take the advice of a local to skip the tourist cheese steak spots and try a local pizzeria for authentic cheese steak. I am glad I did. The cheese steak meat was chopped up which i found to be better than long strips of meat. The bread was fresh and not soggy. I was born and raised in NY so I know pizza. These slices were huge. The crust cheese and sauce were even from top to bottom and the taste was superb. I ordered our food to go so cannot comment on the bathroom but the inside of the pizzeria was very clean. The person behind the counter was helpful and very friendly.
(5)
Andrew R.
I am catching up on some of my reviews and will say that I had Randazzo's Pizza the other day. Order the Lamb gyro, Large Chicken Pesto Pizza and some Mozzarella fries..... My over thoughts? Gyro was good. Pizza was okay. Mozzarella fries was definitely anything from special. It tasted like cooked frozen fries with some mozzarella fries melted over it..... Delivery was fast. Food overall was eh... alright. Will I order from there again? Depends on the hour of the day, if i'm drunk feeling like some quick pizza.... and well, if I don't want to break the bank to feed myself.
(2)
Alyssa R.
Pretty decent pizza delivery shop. I ordered a medium cheese pizza this past weekend. Delivery was pretty fast and the delivery guy was nice. Pizza was good as well. Definitely one of the better delivery options in center city. I would order again. They only take orders by phone though, FYI. But they also have free delivery.
(4)
Tim S.
I usually go to Lazaro's but I didn't have any cash on me & this place takes credit cards. I ordered a cheesesteak & fries (separately, not as a platter). The cheesesteak @ $6.25 was average- would give it a better rating but I feel there just wasn't enough meat. If they charged $6.75 & put more meat then I would probably bump up my rating. The fries @ $2.50 on the other hand were very good in both quality & quantity. i've never had a cheesesteak @Lazaro's but EVERYTHING else I've ever had has been very good, so I guess I'll need to get a cheesesteak there soon for comparison.
(3)
Frank L.
Small nice deli with one of the best Philly Cheese Steak. Good serving size. Juicy and tasty. I would recommend trying out if you come to Philadelphia and want a taste of local food.
(5)
Laura R.
I love this place-never actually had the pizza, but it does look and smell amazing- but I've had their salads and they're awesome. They are huge, cheap and being someone that has salad at just about every place in Philly, I can honestly say you get the most bang for your buck here. Comes with black olives, roasted red peppers, onions and a whole bunch of other stuff! Tuna salad is amazing, too! Also- the staff, especially the girls that work the counter are really nice!
(5)
John H.
Solid tasting pizza! Always consistently delish with fast friendly service....and it's a clean place! Nice!!
(4)
Debbie A.
I love the pizza here. I am a big fan of thin crust and Sicilian, and Randazzo's does both really well. The crust could be crispier but the flavor is excellent. Also, it reheats well. I prefer here to Lazarro.
(5)
Tom H.
Pizza is very good and sauce is savory (not sweet like a lot of Philly pizza sauce). I like the ziti too (with extra sauce). Staff (in person and on phone) very friendly and delivery is quick.
(4)
Emma J.
Best cheesestake. Really good caeser salad. The pizza is amazing, stringy cheese, not sweet sauce.
(5)
Jeff H.
Pizza is good, cheese steaks are great, wings are mediocre. I don't like their wing sauce but besides that this is my go to place near me for a pie.
(4)
Shanika B.
Love this place, I was relocated to this area and I literally ate here every day for the last three weeks. I was wondering how long it would take before I was tired of it, never did! They do a great job on everything from salads to the wraps to the steaks to the Pizza. The slices are great ! and the varieties !! The tip jar stays full because of the great service !!!I am relocating again but will definitely be back!!!!!
(5)
Moe E.
Two stars for prompt delivery. But this pizza was tepid by the time I got it and tasted like frozen pizza.
(2)
Neelam P.
Slices are HUGE, but unfortunately very soggy. Would have preferred a nice crispy crust.
(3)
Mary M.
This review is for the garlic knots only. We visited 2 other spots for garlic knots that day (writing a garlic knot related food column). While we didn't wait too long at either Little Italy (as you recall, was still baking their knots) or Lazaro's (who reheated pre-made knots), they both seemed to take an eternity compared to Randazzo's wait, which was less than 2 minutes. This time "saved" would not bode well. While on the slightly smaller side of most knots we've seen so far, any sort of scent was non-existent. The quick arrival time turned out to be because the knots were not heated at all, and actually on the side of cold in the middle. The taste was once again a resounding "ok;" really no garlic flavor but with a hint of cheese. The marinara was also "ok" but really just added a slight tomato flavor to an otherwise bland garlic knot.
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Richee R.
If I had to choose between Lazarros and Randazzos which are the two busiest pizzerias on my block , Randazzos would win every time ! Great service and food ! Pizza is one of the best I have had in philly, for the type of pizza shop it competes with. You can't compare philly and New York pizzas either they are totally different!
(5)
Natalee F.
Yay! I'm a fan. Randazzo's has fast delivery of tasty pizza. What I liked best is that they were able to do a half and half pizza with no complaints. Not just half with peperoni or something easy like that - they did a half regular pizza with mushrooms and sausage and the other half was their specialty pizza with eggplant parmesean. Most pizza places will not do that. The prices are reasonable too.
(4)
Vivian T.
Yummy pizza and very cheap. Crunchy crust and hot toppings, perfect quick lunch takeout or sit down. 1 plain, 1 margarita, 1 sausage , and large bottle water =$11.
(5)
Andrea V.
I grew up under the mystical shroud of New York pizza. The pizza places I frequented were cheap and humble, but so freaking delicious it was unreal. Perhaps the glow of childhood memory is a lot to overcome, but since moving to Philly I've been consistently disappointed with the corner pizzeria joints. There is good "gourmet" pizza to be found, but who wants to pay $5 a slice? Enter Randazzo's. I work extra shifts across the street sometimes. 7 am Saturday morning doesn't seem so daunting when I know I can get lunch at Randazzo's. Every kind of pizza I've tried has been amazing, but especially the chicken parm pizza. The garlic knots are garlicky and knotty - which is harder to find than you think. Calzones and strombolis are the size of your head and impossible to stop eating. Hoagies are bomb. The fact that it has that friendly neighborhood pizza joint feel, with nice staff and prompt service, makes it that much closer to matching the unattainable pizza perfection of my youth. They even agreed to cater my birthday party in spite of the fact that I live outside their delivery zone. Awesome people all around. If I had to bring someone from home to get a slice of pizza, and thus bring all their NY pizza expectations with them, I'd opt for Randazzo's. It's now in my pizza pantheon.
(5)
M. E.
The worst pizza I've ever had. The crust was leathery and tasteless. We used to order frequently from them last year when it used to be really good. Tonight we ordered again, and I'm sorry we didn't buy a frozen pizza from Trader Joe's.
(2)
Shakera G.
Not bad. They were courteous on the phone and did not take long for delivery. Three stars since the pizza was average and the prices weren't so cheap.
(3)
Debbie F.
I have been very happy with Lazaro's delivery, but after reading Randazzo's reviews here, I decided to give them a try. I ordered a large thin crust mushroom pizza, which is my standard order from Lazaro's. The pizza arrived quickly. However, I was to put it mildly extremely disappointed. To me, thin crust means crisp. This crust was soggy, even after reheating in a very hot oven and not what I consider to be thin. The sauce was meh. Needless to say, it's back to Lazaro's for me
(2)
Chris B.
How is it that I didn't write a review of this place?! I stopped in here while visiting a friend in Philly last year. It's a small, unassuming lunch-counter style place, but simply put, it's some of the best pizza I've had. I still remember it; I had a pizza with spinach on it, and it was so perfect and fresh...mmmm. If/when I'm in Philly again I'll definitely be back.
(5)
Jess D.
Everyone has a different style of pizza that they prefer. When I want a greasy NYC style slice, sometimes I want a fresh brick oven slice from Nomad Pizza or Zavino. The night I walked into Randazzo, I was just looking for a good neighborhood spot to call my own. We were the only ones in the place so we walked right up to the counter and ordered 3 different slices for variety. In 2 minutes our pizzas were pipping hot and ready to be devoured. And devoured they were. The plain was actually my favorite which is surprising because I am a toppings addict. The slice of plain has the perfect amount of all of the ingredients and was just thick enough. The veggie slice was my second favorite with the buffalo chicken slice coming in last place. While we did enjoy our slices, I think my boyfriend is easier to please on the pizza front than I am. I would definitely return to Randazzo's but I'm not ready to call it my pizza spot quite yet. It takes a pretty damn good slice of pizza to earn my 4 stars and it's nearly impossible to get 5 stars unless you are Pizzeria Regina in Boston's North End.
(3)
David C.
I came here a couple of times when I was living with a friend on 24th street. The pizza is very good and the wait staff is prompt and courteous. I would venture to say that this is the best pizza place west of Broad in Center City.
(4)
Vuthy O.
Consumer Notice: I am friends with the owner - so yes, I am biased as hell. When I lived at 17th and Naudain, this was my go to pizza place. Delicious crispy and chewy crust. Good cheese. Good sauce. Great sausage. I haven't tried much else. Tom (owner) does solid pizza and has untold thousands of dollars of my money.
(4)
Ryan D.
Closest thing to a "Boardwalk slice". This is the pizza I've been looking for in Philly. I've ordered from so many places and just came across this. My baseline is a plain and this was tremendous. Thin crust, perfect cheese to sauce ratio. 5 stars for sure.
(5)
Jessica M.
When there's a pizza place on every block, it can be hard to stand out. The constant flow of people in and out of Randazzo's is a sign of its popularity. I've never been when it wasn't busy. A good portion of the patrons are coming from the hospital across the street, and I guess that's how I found it, too -- my husband has eaten there for years and found it because his mom worked at Graduate. I usually stick to the plain pizza, ordering a whole one to share in the restaurant, and it's really very good. The crust is thin, the sauce is slightly sweet, and the cheese is salty and gooey without being too greasy. I've also tried the veggie stromboli, which was stuffed with tasty veggies and cheese, and it was also good. But somehow, recently Randazzo's just doesn't seem quite as exceptional as it used to be.
(4)
M J.
This is by far my husbands and I's fav , go to pizza place !! Neighborhood gem & must try for locals
(4)
Aaron B.
Randazzo's: Like many who had written reviews of Randazzo's, I too was a loyal Lazarro's customer. Nothing against Lazarro's but I probably won't be going back. Randazzo's just makes a better pizza. The crust has some depth to it but is in no way thick and the sauce actually tastes like tomatoes. I am pretty open minded when it comes to pizza, unlike those who think there is no such thing as good pizza outside of NYC and I think Randazzo's is a good place for people who have the same philosophy. If you are looking for a greasy thin crust, then this is not the place for you. The wings are pretty good as well but I did expect more of a buffalo flavor from the sauce.
(4)
Steve S.
I wound up having some of their pizza at a late night gathering in a Rittenhouse Square apartment last night. I will start off by saying that I won't call myself an expert on their food by any means after one pizza delivery. But, I tried their chicken parmigiana pizza, which is breaded chicken on regular pizza with some ricotta cheese thrown in for good measure. Good God almighty! It was good enough that I decided to give them 4 stars just for making me so happy last night. Well played, Randazzo Pizza!
(4)
Tim R.
A decent slice joint, easily superior to nearby Lazaro's. The pizza ain't special but it's a hot slice of alright. The sandwiches are similarly 'okay'.
(3)
A F.
Very tasty plain slice at $3. Nice cheese and sauce; crust is just right too. A good NY style taste.
(5)
Schuyler L.
Pizza was great, try the cheese steak pizza. It's top notch, but the service was terrible. How often do pizza places take orders? Every time they do business? This place was hopping and they had to screw up my order on the last piece of BBQ chicken. I was told 6 minutes for a new pie to come out, it was actually 20 minutes, that seems like eternity on a 45 minute lunch break. Everyone was friendly, but I saw the mistake happen. I wouldn't be surprised if this happens all the time, the problem wasn't fixed. Poor communication before and after the mistake.
(2)
Iprince A.
Don't like there pizza taste like cheap government cheese and bread yuck but I do go there often for everything else burger , salads , pasta dishes etc .A because it's good and location is perfect
(3)
Ed M.
Randazzos has the best cheese steak pizza ever. All the food is great quick delivery.
(5)
Rita C.
I went here yesterday for lunch on a tip from a passerby that they had delicious milkshakes (but only if "the girl" was making them). Turns out that "the girl" was not there that day, but I decided to give it a shot anyway. I ordered the black & white milkshake and it was delicious - just the right amount of milk and an incredible amount of ice cream, which made it thick and awesome. . . . oh, I had a slice of buffalo chicken pizza, too. It was definitely not the best I've ever had, but I wouldn't say it was terrible either. It was just okay.
(3)
Eric W.
After a year of trial and error, I've finally found my go-to pizza place! Delicious plain pizza. My girlfriend even threw out the 'Mac & Manko's' comparison, and for her to say that is a huge compliment. Pretty cheap compared to the competition too, which is always a plus. By far the best Buffalo Chicken Pizza I've had in Philly: cooked just right, and not a holy mess of floppy pizza slathered in hot sauce. Just had a Buffalo Chicken stromboli the other day, and it was by far the best stromboli I've ever had! Dough was cooked perfectly, and it wasn't a heavy, greasy, food-coma-inducing mess. If you're searching for a great pizza place in the area, look no further. Randazzo's is the real deal.
(5)
Shannon M.
Best Pizza in Philly. Their white with garlic is my go to for pizza night. The one thing I would recommend is if you are going to get something with a lot of toppings on it (like buffalo chicken pizza) order it well done. The thin crust can get a bit soggy.
(5)
John Q.
So being new to the neighborhood, I am in search of a place I can rely on for some good pizza. I've heard through the yelp rumor-mill that Lazaro's Pizza and Randazzo's Pizza are pretty much arch rivals which obviously makes me want to try both of them and set the record straight here on Yelp. I picked Randazzo's to try first because it was closer to home and who really wants to walk and extra block unless your convinced it's for better cheesy-tomatoey goodness? The place was empty and I was waited on right away at the counter. We chose 3 slices: a Buffalo Chicken Pizza (per our fellow Yelp recommendations), a plain (you have to try the classic), and a Tomato-Spinach-Ricotta pizza (for my girlfriend who thinks that vegetables on a pizza makes it healthy). They were ready in 2 minutes fresh from the oven. All 3 were spot on and exactly what we were hoping for. The slices were huge (but thin) so I only recommend getting 2 or more slices if you are really hungry. They had just the right amount of cheese, sauce, and toppings. The Buffalo Chicken was my favorite but the plain was really good too. These aren't the best slices of pizza we've had in the city but they were definitely well above average and it's going to be hard for Lazaro's to top this place in my book. Review on Lazaro's coming soon....
(4)
Kelly V.
Good cheesy and specialty pizzas here! The crust is not too doughy and slices are thin. Perfect local spot.
(4)
Andrew D.
It's high time that I write a review for Randazzo's. I was a Lazaro's man. Until one night I was hungry and didn't have any cash. I rolled the dice on Randazzo's so I could use my plastic. Glad I did. Lazaro's is great and all but Randazzo's is my daily driver. Consistently perfect pizza, great steaks (beef and chicken), great hoagies and great wings. Munchies - fries, mozz sticks, etc are all above average. Every time I order they say 45 minutes, every time it shows up in 20. Here is the reason I am finally writing a review - last night I ordered my usual and the delivery dude showed up with regular soda instead of diet. I was ready to say no biggie but he went to the bodega on the next block and bought me the right soda. After I had already tipped my usual. That's service. Keep it up Randazzo's!
(5)
Jenn V.
I'm actually mad at myself for walking by Randazzo's so often (usually, to pickup Lazarro's) and never going inside...until recently. Their wings were delicious - although the "hot" wasn't that spicy at all. Pizza was very good. Lots of variety you can get by the slice! Definitely will be going back
(4)
Victoria L.
One day I was too lazy to cook and went to Randazzo to get the chicken caesar salad that my roommate raves about. Pretty much an amazing salad for under $10. I add lemon juice to the dressing (that's not the overly creamy caesar dressing) and it's perfect. The portion is big, the chicken is so good (compared to some I've eaten at other pizzerias) ... and the BEST part is that it comes with garlic knots! I also decided to get a slice (since it'd been a rough day) and that was worth the calories. Amazing cheese pizza.... Let's just say I ordered a whole pie the next time. And for under $10 a pie, who could possibly complain!?
(4)
Andrea T.
I have now had Randazzo's twice sober. I have my roommate and I hooked. I know the perfect timing to call when I'm walking home from work and by the time I walk in the door its coming out of the oven and by the time I walk it home its the perfect edible temperature without burning the roof of your mouth! This is the pizza that poets write sonnets of. It is perfect in its cheese factor, sauce is perfect not to sweet not spice-ladden, the crust. Oh The crust! The crust is thin and perfectly crispy. We have pizza once a week now. Supposedly they have milkshakes as well, but I'm scared to try them for fear they will be the end of me.
(5)
Paul D.
Wow, I expected more from a place voted 4 stars by philadelphians. Pizza tasted like Papa Johns and had a layer of grease on it like I haven't seen since the gulf oil spill. Wings were awful, and didn't have any sauce on them. Caesar salad was actually the highlight of the meal, unfortunately. Meh... is about right.
(2)
Chris W.
It finally came to the point where I had to cheat on Lazarros. Every other week I feel like they have a new menu with higher prices so enter Randazzos across the street. Thanks to the positive reviews on yelp, the transition between take-out places went smoothly. I ordered some hot wings and they actually were covered in hot sauce (I know crazy concept!). They were crispy meaty and delicious, probably a new Sunday football staple. I also got the chicken cutlet italiano sandwich on a long roll. The chicken was slightly overcooked but arrived hot with melted provolone, spinach and red peppers. I also sampled the turkey club which had crispy bacon and a good amount of meat. Its $1 for delivery and the menupages menu is accurate. I can't wait to try their pizza, peace Lazarros!
(4)
Ben P.
For take-out pizza and pizza-related food items, Randazzo's is awesome. And....and...we just discovered, they have absolutely bad to the ASS wings! Seriously. So good. Not greasey and gross. They are crispy and tastyy! Awesome discovery after years of just ordering their pizza and buffalo chicken cheesesteaks. People are friendly, delivery is usually pretty quick.
(5)
Michael N.
I ordered delivery from this place for a couple years. Their sandwiches are great. I actually miss them. You'd think it's easy to make a decent sandwich, but I still have trouble finding a basic sandwich made as well as Randazzo's does it. Their grilled chicken caesar salad is also great. Lettuce is not cheap iceberg, but hearty romaine, and the chicken is seasoned and still warm. Their real killer order is the soup. I love every soup they make. It's a shame they only have it in the winter, and that their downsized the container by half... but it's still a really good soup (just a bit pricey now). This place isn't the lap of luxury, but if you are looking for simple food done right, this place won't disappoint.
(5)
Michael P.
I ordered a cheesesteak pizza and cheese fries, for myself, one night while I was starving. I ate it all in about a half hour. So must be good? Not sure I tasted it I was so hungry. ... I need a less starving moment to make a real judgement, but as of now Randazzo's is 1 for 1.
(4)
Nicholas L.
When people say that pizza in Philly sucks, they're right in that there is a lot of really bad pizza throughout the city. Randazzo's is not one of the culprits and offers really good pizza (maybe too strong of an oregano flavor), sandwiches (eggplant parm was perhaps a tad too greasy, but I liked it) and calzones. Everyone who works here has been exceptionally friendly, no matter how indecisive I am when it's time to order. My only real complaint is that they close so early! Come on, we're not in the suburbs...
(4)
Bret K.
Solid food. Pizza is very good and sandwiches are always delicious. As far as the Randazzo's vs Lazaro's debate goes, I am still torn and give them each 50% of my business.
(5)
Bobby P.
Reasons to hit up Randazzo's as opposed to the 'other' place down the street: 1) your wallet is paperless 2) you prefer a sweeter tomato sauce, and more of it 3) you're ordering a full pie, not by the slice You may be better off with the other place if one of the above is not true, but these guys do a good job with their pies as well.
(3)
Sara R.
I used to be a Lazaros follower but Randazzos is taking over for pizza in my hood!!! I love the philly cheesesteak pizza! The stromboli's are delicious and huge. Prices are good too.
(4)
Lakara B.
Totally last minute, "what are you doing? come grab a bite" type of situation last night. It's small, seemingly impersonal, but totally comfy. I've stopped in to grab a soda a million times before, but never had the food. Last night was just one of those nights where I wanted junk food & not chinese food, and it had to be within walking distance. I planned to go alone, but got a phone call as I was walking up the street, so I invited him along. I had the turkey hoagie (super fresh everything from bread to all the toppings) and mozzarella fries (one of my dirty little secret obsessions), date had the steak stromboli. Food was good, more than enough of everything (we both had take out boxes - and he's a BIG dude), and the staff was super accommodating/eager to help/please. He was pleased, I was pleased, I'll be a regular from here on out.
(4)
Ethan T.
The multiple shops on this side of south street all kinda blend in to me. I decided to randomly walk in and it's your typical south Philly pizza joint. I opted for the cheesesteak and mushroom slices. The slices were nice and hot. Cheesesteak slice was one of the best I've had and wished I had another. Mushroom sucked. And for 3.50 a slice it should wow the shit out of me. Slices were large but lacked thickness. I'd go again
(3)
Erin W.
Sometimes you are lazy and don't want to cook anything, or even get off the couch. I call these instances "every Sunday night" and when these occur, I call Randazzo's. I've only ever had their pizza (without toppings), but it always hits the spot without being as overwhelmingly large or sweet as Lazaro's across the street. That's not a knock to Lazaro's, who make a damn good pizza in their own right, but recently I've preferred Randazzo's sauce. It's not gourmet, obviously, but it's nice to have a stand-by pizza shop when you need it.
(4)
Christine B.
Forget about the Genos/Pats rivalry, it's all about Lazaro's v. Randazzo's in my hood. So the other day I was coming home from my second work out and I was starving. When I first moved to the area I was informed by a neighbor that Lazaro's was superior, so that has been my spot for greasy delicious pizza. But I decided to take a risk and check out Randazzo. I got a slice of tomato pie that was pretty solid. I really liked the flavor of their sauce. FYI, the tomato pie is Sicilian crust with the tomato sauce they use for pizza poured on top. The girl at the counter was very helpful and they seem to move a little quicker than their rival across the street. Also, the 10 or so delivery men waiting around are not present at this spot. Bonus, Randazzo's is a block closer to my house. Downgrade, the slices looked smaller than Lazaros. Only a head to head competition will determine who reigns supreme. To be continued...
(3)
Mrs G.
Randazzo's will be the cause of my inevitable type II diabetes. The stromboli are out of this world, and the veggie pizza is invariably tasty and satisfying. Careful, though, this food is perhaps too good and way too close to my apartment. To add insult to injury, they also have delicious ice cream.
(5)
William B.
Good Chicken Parm? DONE DEAL! A solid chicken parm is my kryptonite when it comes to a pizza restaurant. Luckily for me, this place is right around the corner from where I live and I couldn't be more happy. At 5.50 for a hearty/big parm, its a steal. Great balance of sauce and cheese. The bread was also perfectly cooked. Haven't tried the pizza here yet, but look forward to eating it, perhaps drunk, perhaps not. Can't go wrong here.
(4)
Derek K.
Randazzo's Pizzeria is a great pizzeria for the G. Ho. area. When I lived around Graduate Hospital Randazzo's was always our go-to place when we were too lazy to cook. Delivery was quick and easy and the staff is friendly. The cheesesteaks are surprisingly good. We stopped in during one of the recent blizzards to enjoy a cheesesteak after wandering in the snow for hours and it was a life-saver.
(5)
Eric H.
Awesome Italian hoagies. Huge delicious slices. Great service.
(4)
Chrissy R.
I really like the pizza here. On two different occasions though I had two different experiences that's why it's -1 star. First time I went, the crust was floppy and the pizza very very cheesy. This is how I like it. The second time I went the crust was a bit too crunchy for me, but it still tasted pretty good. I don't like crust breaking when I fold it in half. Also, I paid .25 less than I did the first time. I like that. The gravy isn't as sweet as it is at Lazaros so that's a definite plus. Overall, I wish it was open later, but I would definitely go again. Aaron O will leave another comment about how I don't know pizza because I like it very cheesy and floppy. I've had what people call "good pizza". I don't like it. I like floppy cheesy overly sauced Philly pizza. That's why there's chocolate and vanilla.
(4)
Eric D.
Fast delivery, reasonable prices, and consistently good pizza, wings, and sandwiches.
(4)
Michael G.
Randazzo's is hands down my favorite pizza place in the Rittenhouse / Graduate Hospital area. They do a great thin crust and the sauce has a really nice flavor... not too sweet or salty. They have several other solid offerings too, including strombolis, cheese steaks, and sides. The owner and employees are all good people, and always friendly and talkative if you stop in. If you opt for delivery, they're prompt and the food arrives hot and fresh.
(4)
Jeffrey D.
Food is decent. I've been going here for the past 5 years or so. I'd give it more stars, but the girl that works here has an attitude problem. She's always unpleasant on the phone and in person. Definitely worth checking out though.
(3)
Chris W.
Probably my favorite pizza place that delivers to my apartment. As other have explained, the crust is great. The sauce isn't too sweet, I think they have it down perfectly. The Sicilian pizza from Randazzo's.... its amazing. After a few drinks at happy hour, there is nothing else that hits the spot like this pizza does. As soon as you pick it up you will notice a difference from other pizza places that have it all wrong. They're too skimpy with Sicilian pizza. The thick crust and layer of cheeses and sauce is heart warming. On that note, I think its time to give Randazzo's a booty call before they close.
(5)
Keysha T.
For the longest time I couldn't find a good, inexpensive pizza spot in walking distance to my job. This little pizzeria sits on South St near Graduate Hospital. I had a fish sandwich there that was bigger than my head and reasonably priced. They serve steak fries that my boss is a big fan of. The pizza is delicious and they have good hoagies. Cheese steak is passable. I only use that adjective because this is Philly and I would get murdered if I said otherwise. The service is sooo friendly too! I like going in there to pick up my order to simply hear the comradery among coworkers.
(4)
David G.
You can always rely on a good slice at Randazzo's. And I prefer them to the place across the street who also make a good pizza. Their cheesesteaks are top notch too. The only issue I can really call them out on is that the takeout pizza quality is inconsistent--most times it's good though.
(4)
Diana C.
I love Randazzo's pizza and stromboli... hot wings aren't that good... and they accept credit cards which is a big plus (I never carry cash). Overall, I highly recommend this place.
(4)
Kevin J.
Moved into the Grad Hosptial area a few months ago. I canvassed the area searching for my go to pizza shop. Randazzo is by FAR the best in this area. Perfect thin crust pizza ( had their thicker pan pizza which was also good). I have yet to be disapointed (cheesesteaks, calzones, hoagies, and even salads). Consistent and tiemly service. THANK YOU
(5)
Deann M.
Update: The Mixed cheese salad is the best salad you can get in take out form. Romaine lettuce, sliced olives, onion, carrot, hard-boiled egg, roasted peppers, tomatoes, and cheeses. It is a huge salad and tasty!
(5)
Mac D.
one of the better pizzas ive tasted ..nice crispy crust ..but soft on the inside ..great overall flavor but the sauce is alil too sweet which im not a fan of.. an at just under 3 bucks a slice its not all that expensive ...solid pizza that hits the spot in my book
(4)
Chris P.
My neighborhood stop for all things pizza and cheesesteak. Buffalo chicken cheesesteak is quite tasty.
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Gabrielle B.
Awesome slice of pizza here! Gooey cheese, perfect amount of sauce, and the crust is perfect. The girl behind the counter isn't very friendly but hey, it's worth it.
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Beth M.
AWESOME WINGS! I love this place! It's pretty cheap, they deliver fast, and they take cards. The white garlic pizza is my favorite so far. I've ordered caesar salad based on ealier reviews, and it's fine, but not that great. Like, California Pizza Kitchen has far superior ceasar salad. But seriously, who relies on a pizza place for their salads? Go to Pure Fare for that.
(5)
Jim T.
After moving to Center City from Manayunk I thought it was going to be easy to find a great pizza place in the G-Ho section. We tried several and Randazzo's has won out. the pizza is really good and tasty. It is almost a good boardwalk pizza. There delivery is quick and never outrageous delivery times.
(4)
Kelly P.
my favorite pizza place outside of the nys border. pizza is dankkkkk
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Cathy K.
Pretty standard pizzeria fare, but their pizza is pretty great. The dough and sauce are homemade and made fresh daily. Chicken cutlets are as good as you'd get in any south philly kitchen. Everything is hot and fresh and you can't beat the cheap prices.
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Rachel C.
yummmm one of my favorite pizza places in philly! reminds me of boardwalk pizza...yummy thin delicious greasy wonderfulness. have only ordered delivery, usually takes about 40 minutes or so. I haven't tried anything besides their pizza, don't want to jinx it!
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Kathryn M.
One of the better pizza delivery in the grad hospital/fitler/rittenhous area. Pizza can be a little greasy sometimes but the crust is always perfect. Great sauce and toppings too! Oh and any place that DELIVERS mint chocolate chip milkshakes holds a special place in my heart. :)
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Alex O.
Last night my friend, who is visiting from out of town, and I were craving late night pizza. I was hesitant because I have had lots of bad luck with pizza delivery since I moved to Philly. Read some reviews on here and decided to give it a try. Overall, it was pretty good for delivery pizza, not too greasy, thin slice, plenty of pepperoni, and the crust tasted pretty good. Also, the cheese stayed on the pizza and did not slide off after the first bite. I will order here again upon the next craving.
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Daniel K.
pizza during the week is top notch, tom is the man
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LaDale W.
Not a particularly upscale place, this just delivered a good, thin-crust take-out pizza fairly quickly and affordably. As a few people have noted, the sauce was a bit on the sweet side.
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Gloria M.
I decided to take the advice of a local to skip the tourist cheese steak spots and try a local pizzeria for authentic cheese steak. I am glad I did. The cheese steak meat was chopped up which i found to be better than long strips of meat. The bread was fresh and not soggy. I was born and raised in NY so I know pizza. These slices were huge. The crust cheese and sauce were even from top to bottom and the taste was superb. I ordered our food to go so cannot comment on the bathroom but the inside of the pizzeria was very clean. The person behind the counter was helpful and very friendly.
(5)Andrew R.
I am catching up on some of my reviews and will say that I had Randazzo's Pizza the other day. Order the Lamb gyro, Large Chicken Pesto Pizza and some Mozzarella fries..... My over thoughts? Gyro was good. Pizza was okay. Mozzarella fries was definitely anything from special. It tasted like cooked frozen fries with some mozzarella fries melted over it..... Delivery was fast. Food overall was eh... alright. Will I order from there again? Depends on the hour of the day, if i'm drunk feeling like some quick pizza.... and well, if I don't want to break the bank to feed myself.
(2)Alyssa R.
Pretty decent pizza delivery shop. I ordered a medium cheese pizza this past weekend. Delivery was pretty fast and the delivery guy was nice. Pizza was good as well. Definitely one of the better delivery options in center city. I would order again. They only take orders by phone though, FYI. But they also have free delivery.
(4)Tim S.
I usually go to Lazaro's but I didn't have any cash on me & this place takes credit cards. I ordered a cheesesteak & fries (separately, not as a platter). The cheesesteak @ $6.25 was average- would give it a better rating but I feel there just wasn't enough meat. If they charged $6.75 & put more meat then I would probably bump up my rating. The fries @ $2.50 on the other hand were very good in both quality & quantity. i've never had a cheesesteak @Lazaro's but EVERYTHING else I've ever had has been very good, so I guess I'll need to get a cheesesteak there soon for comparison.
(3)Frank L.
Small nice deli with one of the best Philly Cheese Steak. Good serving size. Juicy and tasty. I would recommend trying out if you come to Philadelphia and want a taste of local food.
(5)Laura R.
I love this place-never actually had the pizza, but it does look and smell amazing- but I've had their salads and they're awesome. They are huge, cheap and being someone that has salad at just about every place in Philly, I can honestly say you get the most bang for your buck here. Comes with black olives, roasted red peppers, onions and a whole bunch of other stuff! Tuna salad is amazing, too! Also- the staff, especially the girls that work the counter are really nice!
(5)John H.
Solid tasting pizza! Always consistently delish with fast friendly service....and it's a clean place! Nice!!
(4)Debbie A.
I love the pizza here. I am a big fan of thin crust and Sicilian, and Randazzo's does both really well. The crust could be crispier but the flavor is excellent. Also, it reheats well. I prefer here to Lazarro.
(5)Tom H.
Pizza is very good and sauce is savory (not sweet like a lot of Philly pizza sauce). I like the ziti too (with extra sauce). Staff (in person and on phone) very friendly and delivery is quick.
(4)Emma J.
Best cheesestake. Really good caeser salad. The pizza is amazing, stringy cheese, not sweet sauce.
(5)Jeff H.
Pizza is good, cheese steaks are great, wings are mediocre. I don't like their wing sauce but besides that this is my go to place near me for a pie.
(4)Shanika B.
Love this place, I was relocated to this area and I literally ate here every day for the last three weeks. I was wondering how long it would take before I was tired of it, never did! They do a great job on everything from salads to the wraps to the steaks to the Pizza. The slices are great ! and the varieties !! The tip jar stays full because of the great service !!!I am relocating again but will definitely be back!!!!!
(5)Moe E.
Two stars for prompt delivery. But this pizza was tepid by the time I got it and tasted like frozen pizza.
(2)Neelam P.
Slices are HUGE, but unfortunately very soggy. Would have preferred a nice crispy crust.
(3)Mary M.
This review is for the garlic knots only. We visited 2 other spots for garlic knots that day (writing a garlic knot related food column). While we didn't wait too long at either Little Italy (as you recall, was still baking their knots) or Lazaro's (who reheated pre-made knots), they both seemed to take an eternity compared to Randazzo's wait, which was less than 2 minutes. This time "saved" would not bode well. While on the slightly smaller side of most knots we've seen so far, any sort of scent was non-existent. The quick arrival time turned out to be because the knots were not heated at all, and actually on the side of cold in the middle. The taste was once again a resounding "ok;" really no garlic flavor but with a hint of cheese. The marinara was also "ok" but really just added a slight tomato flavor to an otherwise bland garlic knot.
(2)Richee R.
If I had to choose between Lazarros and Randazzos which are the two busiest pizzerias on my block , Randazzos would win every time ! Great service and food ! Pizza is one of the best I have had in philly, for the type of pizza shop it competes with. You can't compare philly and New York pizzas either they are totally different!
(5)Natalee F.
Yay! I'm a fan. Randazzo's has fast delivery of tasty pizza. What I liked best is that they were able to do a half and half pizza with no complaints. Not just half with peperoni or something easy like that - they did a half regular pizza with mushrooms and sausage and the other half was their specialty pizza with eggplant parmesean. Most pizza places will not do that. The prices are reasonable too.
(4)Vivian T.
Yummy pizza and very cheap. Crunchy crust and hot toppings, perfect quick lunch takeout or sit down. 1 plain, 1 margarita, 1 sausage , and large bottle water =$11.
(5)Andrea V.
I grew up under the mystical shroud of New York pizza. The pizza places I frequented were cheap and humble, but so freaking delicious it was unreal. Perhaps the glow of childhood memory is a lot to overcome, but since moving to Philly I've been consistently disappointed with the corner pizzeria joints. There is good "gourmet" pizza to be found, but who wants to pay $5 a slice? Enter Randazzo's. I work extra shifts across the street sometimes. 7 am Saturday morning doesn't seem so daunting when I know I can get lunch at Randazzo's. Every kind of pizza I've tried has been amazing, but especially the chicken parm pizza. The garlic knots are garlicky and knotty - which is harder to find than you think. Calzones and strombolis are the size of your head and impossible to stop eating. Hoagies are bomb. The fact that it has that friendly neighborhood pizza joint feel, with nice staff and prompt service, makes it that much closer to matching the unattainable pizza perfection of my youth. They even agreed to cater my birthday party in spite of the fact that I live outside their delivery zone. Awesome people all around. If I had to bring someone from home to get a slice of pizza, and thus bring all their NY pizza expectations with them, I'd opt for Randazzo's. It's now in my pizza pantheon.
(5)M. E.
The worst pizza I've ever had. The crust was leathery and tasteless. We used to order frequently from them last year when it used to be really good. Tonight we ordered again, and I'm sorry we didn't buy a frozen pizza from Trader Joe's.
(2)Shakera G.
Not bad. They were courteous on the phone and did not take long for delivery. Three stars since the pizza was average and the prices weren't so cheap.
(3)Debbie F.
I have been very happy with Lazaro's delivery, but after reading Randazzo's reviews here, I decided to give them a try. I ordered a large thin crust mushroom pizza, which is my standard order from Lazaro's. The pizza arrived quickly. However, I was to put it mildly extremely disappointed. To me, thin crust means crisp. This crust was soggy, even after reheating in a very hot oven and not what I consider to be thin. The sauce was meh. Needless to say, it's back to Lazaro's for me
(2)Chris B.
How is it that I didn't write a review of this place?! I stopped in here while visiting a friend in Philly last year. It's a small, unassuming lunch-counter style place, but simply put, it's some of the best pizza I've had. I still remember it; I had a pizza with spinach on it, and it was so perfect and fresh...mmmm. If/when I'm in Philly again I'll definitely be back.
(5)Jess D.
Everyone has a different style of pizza that they prefer. When I want a greasy NYC style slice, sometimes I want a fresh brick oven slice from Nomad Pizza or Zavino. The night I walked into Randazzo, I was just looking for a good neighborhood spot to call my own. We were the only ones in the place so we walked right up to the counter and ordered 3 different slices for variety. In 2 minutes our pizzas were pipping hot and ready to be devoured. And devoured they were. The plain was actually my favorite which is surprising because I am a toppings addict. The slice of plain has the perfect amount of all of the ingredients and was just thick enough. The veggie slice was my second favorite with the buffalo chicken slice coming in last place. While we did enjoy our slices, I think my boyfriend is easier to please on the pizza front than I am. I would definitely return to Randazzo's but I'm not ready to call it my pizza spot quite yet. It takes a pretty damn good slice of pizza to earn my 4 stars and it's nearly impossible to get 5 stars unless you are Pizzeria Regina in Boston's North End.
(3)David C.
I came here a couple of times when I was living with a friend on 24th street. The pizza is very good and the wait staff is prompt and courteous. I would venture to say that this is the best pizza place west of Broad in Center City.
(4)Vuthy O.
Consumer Notice: I am friends with the owner - so yes, I am biased as hell. When I lived at 17th and Naudain, this was my go to pizza place. Delicious crispy and chewy crust. Good cheese. Good sauce. Great sausage. I haven't tried much else. Tom (owner) does solid pizza and has untold thousands of dollars of my money.
(4)Ryan D.
Closest thing to a "Boardwalk slice". This is the pizza I've been looking for in Philly. I've ordered from so many places and just came across this. My baseline is a plain and this was tremendous. Thin crust, perfect cheese to sauce ratio. 5 stars for sure.
(5)Jessica M.
When there's a pizza place on every block, it can be hard to stand out. The constant flow of people in and out of Randazzo's is a sign of its popularity. I've never been when it wasn't busy. A good portion of the patrons are coming from the hospital across the street, and I guess that's how I found it, too -- my husband has eaten there for years and found it because his mom worked at Graduate. I usually stick to the plain pizza, ordering a whole one to share in the restaurant, and it's really very good. The crust is thin, the sauce is slightly sweet, and the cheese is salty and gooey without being too greasy. I've also tried the veggie stromboli, which was stuffed with tasty veggies and cheese, and it was also good. But somehow, recently Randazzo's just doesn't seem quite as exceptional as it used to be.
(4)M J.
This is by far my husbands and I's fav , go to pizza place !! Neighborhood gem & must try for locals
(4)Aaron B.
Randazzo's: Like many who had written reviews of Randazzo's, I too was a loyal Lazarro's customer. Nothing against Lazarro's but I probably won't be going back. Randazzo's just makes a better pizza. The crust has some depth to it but is in no way thick and the sauce actually tastes like tomatoes. I am pretty open minded when it comes to pizza, unlike those who think there is no such thing as good pizza outside of NYC and I think Randazzo's is a good place for people who have the same philosophy. If you are looking for a greasy thin crust, then this is not the place for you. The wings are pretty good as well but I did expect more of a buffalo flavor from the sauce.
(4)Steve S.
I wound up having some of their pizza at a late night gathering in a Rittenhouse Square apartment last night. I will start off by saying that I won't call myself an expert on their food by any means after one pizza delivery. But, I tried their chicken parmigiana pizza, which is breaded chicken on regular pizza with some ricotta cheese thrown in for good measure. Good God almighty! It was good enough that I decided to give them 4 stars just for making me so happy last night. Well played, Randazzo Pizza!
(4)Tim R.
A decent slice joint, easily superior to nearby Lazaro's. The pizza ain't special but it's a hot slice of alright. The sandwiches are similarly 'okay'.
(3)A F.
Very tasty plain slice at $3. Nice cheese and sauce; crust is just right too. A good NY style taste.
(5)Schuyler L.
Pizza was great, try the cheese steak pizza. It's top notch, but the service was terrible. How often do pizza places take orders? Every time they do business? This place was hopping and they had to screw up my order on the last piece of BBQ chicken. I was told 6 minutes for a new pie to come out, it was actually 20 minutes, that seems like eternity on a 45 minute lunch break. Everyone was friendly, but I saw the mistake happen. I wouldn't be surprised if this happens all the time, the problem wasn't fixed. Poor communication before and after the mistake.
(2)Iprince A.
Don't like there pizza taste like cheap government cheese and bread yuck but I do go there often for everything else burger , salads , pasta dishes etc .A because it's good and location is perfect
(3)Ed M.
Randazzos has the best cheese steak pizza ever. All the food is great quick delivery.
(5)Rita C.
I went here yesterday for lunch on a tip from a passerby that they had delicious milkshakes (but only if "the girl" was making them). Turns out that "the girl" was not there that day, but I decided to give it a shot anyway. I ordered the black & white milkshake and it was delicious - just the right amount of milk and an incredible amount of ice cream, which made it thick and awesome. . . . oh, I had a slice of buffalo chicken pizza, too. It was definitely not the best I've ever had, but I wouldn't say it was terrible either. It was just okay.
(3)Eric W.
After a year of trial and error, I've finally found my go-to pizza place! Delicious plain pizza. My girlfriend even threw out the 'Mac & Manko's' comparison, and for her to say that is a huge compliment. Pretty cheap compared to the competition too, which is always a plus. By far the best Buffalo Chicken Pizza I've had in Philly: cooked just right, and not a holy mess of floppy pizza slathered in hot sauce. Just had a Buffalo Chicken stromboli the other day, and it was by far the best stromboli I've ever had! Dough was cooked perfectly, and it wasn't a heavy, greasy, food-coma-inducing mess. If you're searching for a great pizza place in the area, look no further. Randazzo's is the real deal.
(5)Shannon M.
Best Pizza in Philly. Their white with garlic is my go to for pizza night. The one thing I would recommend is if you are going to get something with a lot of toppings on it (like buffalo chicken pizza) order it well done. The thin crust can get a bit soggy.
(5)John Q.
So being new to the neighborhood, I am in search of a place I can rely on for some good pizza. I've heard through the yelp rumor-mill that Lazaro's Pizza and Randazzo's Pizza are pretty much arch rivals which obviously makes me want to try both of them and set the record straight here on Yelp. I picked Randazzo's to try first because it was closer to home and who really wants to walk and extra block unless your convinced it's for better cheesy-tomatoey goodness? The place was empty and I was waited on right away at the counter. We chose 3 slices: a Buffalo Chicken Pizza (per our fellow Yelp recommendations), a plain (you have to try the classic), and a Tomato-Spinach-Ricotta pizza (for my girlfriend who thinks that vegetables on a pizza makes it healthy). They were ready in 2 minutes fresh from the oven. All 3 were spot on and exactly what we were hoping for. The slices were huge (but thin) so I only recommend getting 2 or more slices if you are really hungry. They had just the right amount of cheese, sauce, and toppings. The Buffalo Chicken was my favorite but the plain was really good too. These aren't the best slices of pizza we've had in the city but they were definitely well above average and it's going to be hard for Lazaro's to top this place in my book. Review on Lazaro's coming soon....
(4)Kelly V.
Good cheesy and specialty pizzas here! The crust is not too doughy and slices are thin. Perfect local spot.
(4)Andrew D.
It's high time that I write a review for Randazzo's. I was a Lazaro's man. Until one night I was hungry and didn't have any cash. I rolled the dice on Randazzo's so I could use my plastic. Glad I did. Lazaro's is great and all but Randazzo's is my daily driver. Consistently perfect pizza, great steaks (beef and chicken), great hoagies and great wings. Munchies - fries, mozz sticks, etc are all above average. Every time I order they say 45 minutes, every time it shows up in 20. Here is the reason I am finally writing a review - last night I ordered my usual and the delivery dude showed up with regular soda instead of diet. I was ready to say no biggie but he went to the bodega on the next block and bought me the right soda. After I had already tipped my usual. That's service. Keep it up Randazzo's!
(5)Jenn V.
I'm actually mad at myself for walking by Randazzo's so often (usually, to pickup Lazarro's) and never going inside...until recently. Their wings were delicious - although the "hot" wasn't that spicy at all. Pizza was very good. Lots of variety you can get by the slice! Definitely will be going back
(4)Victoria L.
One day I was too lazy to cook and went to Randazzo to get the chicken caesar salad that my roommate raves about. Pretty much an amazing salad for under $10. I add lemon juice to the dressing (that's not the overly creamy caesar dressing) and it's perfect. The portion is big, the chicken is so good (compared to some I've eaten at other pizzerias) ... and the BEST part is that it comes with garlic knots! I also decided to get a slice (since it'd been a rough day) and that was worth the calories. Amazing cheese pizza.... Let's just say I ordered a whole pie the next time. And for under $10 a pie, who could possibly complain!?
(4)Andrea T.
I have now had Randazzo's twice sober. I have my roommate and I hooked. I know the perfect timing to call when I'm walking home from work and by the time I walk in the door its coming out of the oven and by the time I walk it home its the perfect edible temperature without burning the roof of your mouth! This is the pizza that poets write sonnets of. It is perfect in its cheese factor, sauce is perfect not to sweet not spice-ladden, the crust. Oh The crust! The crust is thin and perfectly crispy. We have pizza once a week now. Supposedly they have milkshakes as well, but I'm scared to try them for fear they will be the end of me.
(5)Paul D.
Wow, I expected more from a place voted 4 stars by philadelphians. Pizza tasted like Papa Johns and had a layer of grease on it like I haven't seen since the gulf oil spill. Wings were awful, and didn't have any sauce on them. Caesar salad was actually the highlight of the meal, unfortunately. Meh... is about right.
(2)Chris W.
It finally came to the point where I had to cheat on Lazarros. Every other week I feel like they have a new menu with higher prices so enter Randazzos across the street. Thanks to the positive reviews on yelp, the transition between take-out places went smoothly. I ordered some hot wings and they actually were covered in hot sauce (I know crazy concept!). They were crispy meaty and delicious, probably a new Sunday football staple. I also got the chicken cutlet italiano sandwich on a long roll. The chicken was slightly overcooked but arrived hot with melted provolone, spinach and red peppers. I also sampled the turkey club which had crispy bacon and a good amount of meat. Its $1 for delivery and the menupages menu is accurate. I can't wait to try their pizza, peace Lazarros!
(4)Ben P.
For take-out pizza and pizza-related food items, Randazzo's is awesome. And....and...we just discovered, they have absolutely bad to the ASS wings! Seriously. So good. Not greasey and gross. They are crispy and tastyy! Awesome discovery after years of just ordering their pizza and buffalo chicken cheesesteaks. People are friendly, delivery is usually pretty quick.
(5)Michael N.
I ordered delivery from this place for a couple years. Their sandwiches are great. I actually miss them. You'd think it's easy to make a decent sandwich, but I still have trouble finding a basic sandwich made as well as Randazzo's does it. Their grilled chicken caesar salad is also great. Lettuce is not cheap iceberg, but hearty romaine, and the chicken is seasoned and still warm. Their real killer order is the soup. I love every soup they make. It's a shame they only have it in the winter, and that their downsized the container by half... but it's still a really good soup (just a bit pricey now). This place isn't the lap of luxury, but if you are looking for simple food done right, this place won't disappoint.
(5)Michael P.
I ordered a cheesesteak pizza and cheese fries, for myself, one night while I was starving. I ate it all in about a half hour. So must be good? Not sure I tasted it I was so hungry. ... I need a less starving moment to make a real judgement, but as of now Randazzo's is 1 for 1.
(4)Nicholas L.
When people say that pizza in Philly sucks, they're right in that there is a lot of really bad pizza throughout the city. Randazzo's is not one of the culprits and offers really good pizza (maybe too strong of an oregano flavor), sandwiches (eggplant parm was perhaps a tad too greasy, but I liked it) and calzones. Everyone who works here has been exceptionally friendly, no matter how indecisive I am when it's time to order. My only real complaint is that they close so early! Come on, we're not in the suburbs...
(4)Bret K.
Solid food. Pizza is very good and sandwiches are always delicious. As far as the Randazzo's vs Lazaro's debate goes, I am still torn and give them each 50% of my business.
(5)Bobby P.
Reasons to hit up Randazzo's as opposed to the 'other' place down the street: 1) your wallet is paperless 2) you prefer a sweeter tomato sauce, and more of it 3) you're ordering a full pie, not by the slice You may be better off with the other place if one of the above is not true, but these guys do a good job with their pies as well.
(3)Sara R.
I used to be a Lazaros follower but Randazzos is taking over for pizza in my hood!!! I love the philly cheesesteak pizza! The stromboli's are delicious and huge. Prices are good too.
(4)Lakara B.
Totally last minute, "what are you doing? come grab a bite" type of situation last night. It's small, seemingly impersonal, but totally comfy. I've stopped in to grab a soda a million times before, but never had the food. Last night was just one of those nights where I wanted junk food & not chinese food, and it had to be within walking distance. I planned to go alone, but got a phone call as I was walking up the street, so I invited him along. I had the turkey hoagie (super fresh everything from bread to all the toppings) and mozzarella fries (one of my dirty little secret obsessions), date had the steak stromboli. Food was good, more than enough of everything (we both had take out boxes - and he's a BIG dude), and the staff was super accommodating/eager to help/please. He was pleased, I was pleased, I'll be a regular from here on out.
(4)Ethan T.
The multiple shops on this side of south street all kinda blend in to me. I decided to randomly walk in and it's your typical south Philly pizza joint. I opted for the cheesesteak and mushroom slices. The slices were nice and hot. Cheesesteak slice was one of the best I've had and wished I had another. Mushroom sucked. And for 3.50 a slice it should wow the shit out of me. Slices were large but lacked thickness. I'd go again
(3)Erin W.
Sometimes you are lazy and don't want to cook anything, or even get off the couch. I call these instances "every Sunday night" and when these occur, I call Randazzo's. I've only ever had their pizza (without toppings), but it always hits the spot without being as overwhelmingly large or sweet as Lazaro's across the street. That's not a knock to Lazaro's, who make a damn good pizza in their own right, but recently I've preferred Randazzo's sauce. It's not gourmet, obviously, but it's nice to have a stand-by pizza shop when you need it.
(4)Christine B.
Forget about the Genos/Pats rivalry, it's all about Lazaro's v. Randazzo's in my hood. So the other day I was coming home from my second work out and I was starving. When I first moved to the area I was informed by a neighbor that Lazaro's was superior, so that has been my spot for greasy delicious pizza. But I decided to take a risk and check out Randazzo. I got a slice of tomato pie that was pretty solid. I really liked the flavor of their sauce. FYI, the tomato pie is Sicilian crust with the tomato sauce they use for pizza poured on top. The girl at the counter was very helpful and they seem to move a little quicker than their rival across the street. Also, the 10 or so delivery men waiting around are not present at this spot. Bonus, Randazzo's is a block closer to my house. Downgrade, the slices looked smaller than Lazaros. Only a head to head competition will determine who reigns supreme. To be continued...
(3)Mrs G.
Randazzo's will be the cause of my inevitable type II diabetes. The stromboli are out of this world, and the veggie pizza is invariably tasty and satisfying. Careful, though, this food is perhaps too good and way too close to my apartment. To add insult to injury, they also have delicious ice cream.
(5)William B.
Good Chicken Parm? DONE DEAL! A solid chicken parm is my kryptonite when it comes to a pizza restaurant. Luckily for me, this place is right around the corner from where I live and I couldn't be more happy. At 5.50 for a hearty/big parm, its a steal. Great balance of sauce and cheese. The bread was also perfectly cooked. Haven't tried the pizza here yet, but look forward to eating it, perhaps drunk, perhaps not. Can't go wrong here.
(4)Derek K.
Randazzo's Pizzeria is a great pizzeria for the G. Ho. area. When I lived around Graduate Hospital Randazzo's was always our go-to place when we were too lazy to cook. Delivery was quick and easy and the staff is friendly. The cheesesteaks are surprisingly good. We stopped in during one of the recent blizzards to enjoy a cheesesteak after wandering in the snow for hours and it was a life-saver.
(5)Eric H.
Awesome Italian hoagies. Huge delicious slices. Great service.
(4)Chrissy R.
I really like the pizza here. On two different occasions though I had two different experiences that's why it's -1 star. First time I went, the crust was floppy and the pizza very very cheesy. This is how I like it. The second time I went the crust was a bit too crunchy for me, but it still tasted pretty good. I don't like crust breaking when I fold it in half. Also, I paid .25 less than I did the first time. I like that. The gravy isn't as sweet as it is at Lazaros so that's a definite plus. Overall, I wish it was open later, but I would definitely go again. Aaron O will leave another comment about how I don't know pizza because I like it very cheesy and floppy. I've had what people call "good pizza". I don't like it. I like floppy cheesy overly sauced Philly pizza. That's why there's chocolate and vanilla.
(4)Eric D.
Fast delivery, reasonable prices, and consistently good pizza, wings, and sandwiches.
(4)Michael G.
Randazzo's is hands down my favorite pizza place in the Rittenhouse / Graduate Hospital area. They do a great thin crust and the sauce has a really nice flavor... not too sweet or salty. They have several other solid offerings too, including strombolis, cheese steaks, and sides. The owner and employees are all good people, and always friendly and talkative if you stop in. If you opt for delivery, they're prompt and the food arrives hot and fresh.
(4)Jeffrey D.
Food is decent. I've been going here for the past 5 years or so. I'd give it more stars, but the girl that works here has an attitude problem. She's always unpleasant on the phone and in person. Definitely worth checking out though.
(3)Chris W.
Probably my favorite pizza place that delivers to my apartment. As other have explained, the crust is great. The sauce isn't too sweet, I think they have it down perfectly. The Sicilian pizza from Randazzo's.... its amazing. After a few drinks at happy hour, there is nothing else that hits the spot like this pizza does. As soon as you pick it up you will notice a difference from other pizza places that have it all wrong. They're too skimpy with Sicilian pizza. The thick crust and layer of cheeses and sauce is heart warming. On that note, I think its time to give Randazzo's a booty call before they close.
(5)Keysha T.
For the longest time I couldn't find a good, inexpensive pizza spot in walking distance to my job. This little pizzeria sits on South St near Graduate Hospital. I had a fish sandwich there that was bigger than my head and reasonably priced. They serve steak fries that my boss is a big fan of. The pizza is delicious and they have good hoagies. Cheese steak is passable. I only use that adjective because this is Philly and I would get murdered if I said otherwise. The service is sooo friendly too! I like going in there to pick up my order to simply hear the comradery among coworkers.
(4)David G.
You can always rely on a good slice at Randazzo's. And I prefer them to the place across the street who also make a good pizza. Their cheesesteaks are top notch too. The only issue I can really call them out on is that the takeout pizza quality is inconsistent--most times it's good though.
(4)Diana C.
I love Randazzo's pizza and stromboli... hot wings aren't that good... and they accept credit cards which is a big plus (I never carry cash). Overall, I highly recommend this place.
(4)Kevin J.
Moved into the Grad Hosptial area a few months ago. I canvassed the area searching for my go to pizza shop. Randazzo is by FAR the best in this area. Perfect thin crust pizza ( had their thicker pan pizza which was also good). I have yet to be disapointed (cheesesteaks, calzones, hoagies, and even salads). Consistent and tiemly service. THANK YOU
(5)Deann M.
Update: The Mixed cheese salad is the best salad you can get in take out form. Romaine lettuce, sliced olives, onion, carrot, hard-boiled egg, roasted peppers, tomatoes, and cheeses. It is a huge salad and tasty!
(5)Mac D.
one of the better pizzas ive tasted ..nice crispy crust ..but soft on the inside ..great overall flavor but the sauce is alil too sweet which im not a fan of.. an at just under 3 bucks a slice its not all that expensive ...solid pizza that hits the spot in my book
(4)Chris P.
My neighborhood stop for all things pizza and cheesesteak. Buffalo chicken cheesesteak is quite tasty.
(4)Gabrielle B.
Awesome slice of pizza here! Gooey cheese, perfect amount of sauce, and the crust is perfect. The girl behind the counter isn't very friendly but hey, it's worth it.
(5)Beth M.
AWESOME WINGS! I love this place! It's pretty cheap, they deliver fast, and they take cards. The white garlic pizza is my favorite so far. I've ordered caesar salad based on ealier reviews, and it's fine, but not that great. Like, California Pizza Kitchen has far superior ceasar salad. But seriously, who relies on a pizza place for their salads? Go to Pure Fare for that.
(5)Jim T.
After moving to Center City from Manayunk I thought it was going to be easy to find a great pizza place in the G-Ho section. We tried several and Randazzo's has won out. the pizza is really good and tasty. It is almost a good boardwalk pizza. There delivery is quick and never outrageous delivery times.
(4)Kelly P.
my favorite pizza place outside of the nys border. pizza is dankkkkk
(4)Cathy K.
Pretty standard pizzeria fare, but their pizza is pretty great. The dough and sauce are homemade and made fresh daily. Chicken cutlets are as good as you'd get in any south philly kitchen. Everything is hot and fresh and you can't beat the cheap prices.
(4)Rachel C.
yummmm one of my favorite pizza places in philly! reminds me of boardwalk pizza...yummy thin delicious greasy wonderfulness. have only ordered delivery, usually takes about 40 minutes or so. I haven't tried anything besides their pizza, don't want to jinx it!
(5)Kathryn M.
One of the better pizza delivery in the grad hospital/fitler/rittenhous area. Pizza can be a little greasy sometimes but the crust is always perfect. Great sauce and toppings too! Oh and any place that DELIVERS mint chocolate chip milkshakes holds a special place in my heart. :)
(4)Alex O.
Last night my friend, who is visiting from out of town, and I were craving late night pizza. I was hesitant because I have had lots of bad luck with pizza delivery since I moved to Philly. Read some reviews on here and decided to give it a try. Overall, it was pretty good for delivery pizza, not too greasy, thin slice, plenty of pepperoni, and the crust tasted pretty good. Also, the cheese stayed on the pizza and did not slide off after the first bite. I will order here again upon the next craving.
(4)Daniel K.
pizza during the week is top notch, tom is the man
(4)LaDale W.
Not a particularly upscale place, this just delivered a good, thin-crust take-out pizza fairly quickly and affordably. As a few people have noted, the sauce was a bit on the sweet side.
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