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Sachem Patch Pizza Guide

A taste of old Italy right here on Long Island.

Patch presents a comprehensive guide of the Italian restaurants in the Sachem area. With a focus on pizza, you'll be able to find out just where to get the best slices and garlic twists around. There's no judging here. To us, all pizza is great! 

Here's a look at where to grab a slice ...

Aegean Pizza & Italian Restaurant 5801 Sunrise Hwy, Holbrook, NY 11741 (631) 567-6066

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Established in 1974, Aegean Pizza specializes in Italian and Greek cuisine; from Italian heros and traditional entrees to gyros and souvlakis. They cater parties both big and small and offer an $8.95 Pasta Night every Monday and Tuesday.   

Albert's Pizza 601 Portion Rd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (631) 467-4674

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Albert's of Ronkonkoma is just one of their five fine locations. With pizza by the slice or pie Albert's provides a taste of Italy conveniently located on Portion Road. Pizza isn't your thing? Albert's has got you covered with a wide variety of calzones, heros, pasta, burgers, and wraps.

Carlo's Pizza Oven 480 Patchogue Holbrook Rd, Holbrook, NY 11741 (631) 589-7777

Carlo's promises something different at its restaurant. In addition to traditional pizza and familiar Italian fare, Carlo's cooks up hamburgers, Philly cheese steaks, soups, and spicy buffalo wings.  They also have fine desserts such as gourmet cheesecake, specialty cakes and homemade zeppoles and cannolis.

Cristiano's Pizza 1100 Waverly Ave Ste 10, Holtsville, NY 11742 (631) 654-2121

Cristiano's is an old school shop that bakes its pies in a brick oven for that unmistakable flavor. In addition to pizzas and pastas Cristiano's also serves extra large calzones and sandwiches on freshly baked buns. Their appetizers include interesting combinations like mozzarella garlic bread and cheesy tomato bread.

Domino's Pizza 967 Main St # 10, Holbrook, NY 11741 (631) 585-0990

Not just pizza anymore! The second-largest pizza chain in the United States, behind only Pizza Hut, operates more than 9,000 locations. Besides their newly improved pizza recipe, Domino's sells buffalo wings, oven baked sandwiches (try the Chicken Bacon Ranch), breadbowl pasta, cheesy bread and Chocolate Lava Crunch Cakes. Their American Legends specialty pizzas include Memphis BBQ Chicken, Philly Cheese Steak, Pacific Veggie and Honolulu Hawaiian. Great for dining in, carry out or delivery. 

Eddie's Pizza Inc 163 Ronkonkoma Ave, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (631) 981-2557

Located in the Kohl's shopping center, Eddie's sells good food at reasonable prices. Eddie's is known for its popular Sicilian slices, and unlike many pizza joints it's the same price as regular.  Also know for their Grandma slices and pasta dishes. Catering is available.

Gaudino's Brooklyn Pizza 1021 Portion Rd, Ronkonkoma,NY  (11779631) 736-3957

Gaudino's offers its patrons a little taste of the city with its Brooklyn style pizza and Italian dishes. Providing carry-out, dine-in, delivery and catering, Gaudino's offers a free third hero when you buy two, via pick-up only.

Gino's Pizza 214 Portion Rd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (631) 588-9874

Looking for some specialty pies? Gino's of Ronkonkoma is your place. With such diverse concoctions as chicken parmesan pizza, buffalo chicken, ziti, stuffed (with sausage, meatball, pepperoni, ham, and mozzarella) and the always popular Grandma, you could get a different pie every week and never get bored. Gino's also features an array of hot and cold heros from chicken and veal cutlet to sausage and peppers and shrimp parmigianna.

Joe's Restaurant & Pizzeria 346 Union Ave, Holbrook, NY 11741 (631) 981-3029

Joe's is well known for its famous specialty pizzas; including Rigatoni Ziti Pizza, Eggplant & Ricotta Pizza, and Buffalo Chicken Pizza. Joe's also features pasta dishes, an extensive seafood menu and even a low-carb pizza.

La Roma Pizza 401 Horseblock Rd, Farmingville, NY 11738 (631) 736-2600

One of the most successful and popular pizza places in Farmingville, La Roma Pizza & Restaurant, offers carry-out, in-store dining, catering and even a vegetarian menu. They serve up some of the best Italian food around from a variety of gourmet pizzas and pastas to casseroles and other Italian favorites. Open every day except Sunday.

Little Caesar's Pizza 2280 N Ocean Ave, Farmingville, NY 11738 (631) 732-2048

This Little Caesar's location can be found inside of the K-Mart in Stop & Shop Plaza off Portion Road and North Ocean Avenue. The store sells buffalo wings, Crazy Bread, pepperoni cheesy bread and of course "Pizza! Pizza!" Founded in May of 1959, in Garden City Michigan, Little Caesar's has grown into one of the largest pizza franchises with over 2,000 locations in the U.S. alone. That number used to be closer to 5,000 but the popular chain suffered financial troubles in the late 1990s. However, in the past few years the company has come back to life and is opening new stores not just in the states but around the globe.

Little Vincent's Pizza Restaurant 324 Smithtown Blvd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (631) 467-9633

If you don't know Little Vinny's then you don't know Ronkonkoma. Famous for its late-night eats, this Brookhaven landmark is open until 2 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 4 a.m. Friday and Saturday. A great place to grab a quick bite before calling it a night, Little Vincent's offers a selection of many Italian favorites including lasagna, manicotti, veal, eggplant, and of course pizza. Bon Appetit!

Luchese's Pizzeria 1075 Portion Rd, Farmingville, NY 11738 (631) 698-0192

A great place for cheap and appetizing food. Luchese's has several locations on the Island, including in Farmingville and Patchogue. The pies are under $10, which makes them perfect for big parties or simply an inexpensive way to treat your family. Luchese's is not just your run of the mill pizza joint, it's dough is unique to many of its mom and pop counterparts. They also offer customary Italian dishes, but they are best known for their pizza as it is one of the better places to grab a slice outside of the city.

Mama's Pizza Pasta & Seafood 1057 Main St, Holbrook, NY 11741 (631) 981-6262

Serving the community since 1970, Mama's features an extensive menu of Italian favorites. They have a Family Rewards Program where regulars can earn points good for special family discounts. They also feature off premises catering with Italian mainstays like lasagna, stuffed shells, stuffed eggplant and mussels marinara. 

Mamma Cucinas 600 Portion Rd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (631) 981-9090

Mamma Cucina's has only been in existence since 2004 but it has quickly developed a large following as one of the top Italian establishments in the community. Whether its eggplant rolatine with rigatoni, baked ziti or one of their specialty pies such as Florentine or Chicken Marsala Pizza, this mamma keeps her customers satisfied. Mamma Cucina's also features a party room large enough for 40 guests.

Mamma Lombardi's Restaurant 877 Main St, Holbrook, NY 11741 (631) 471-6609

Well known throughout the Island, Mamma Lombardi's is not just another pizza place. Before you even walk in the restaurant you pass a scenic garden, where opera music leads you to the entrance. Once inside patrons are greeted by the beautiful décor of their catering hall. The menu is a mile long with every Italian antipasti and cuisine one could hope for, including pasta specialties, seafood, veal, chicken and beef. Originally opened in 1976, Mama Lombardi's offers a small bar and a private room in the wine cellar for special occasions.

Nikki Jo's Hero Pizza 27 Railroad Ave, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (631) 467-8080

Located just a hop, skip and a jump from the Ronkonkoma train station, Nikki Jo's serves up Brooklyn style pizza, calzones, hot and cold heros and pasta dishes. Great for a quick bite before or after a trip, or if you just happen to be in the neighborhood. 

Papa John's Pizza 411 Furrows Rd, Holbrook, NY 11741 (631) 471-7272

"Papa's in the House!" The third-largest pizza franchise in the U.S. has boasted "Better Ingredients, Better Pizza" since 1984. With convenient locations in Holbrook, Patchogue, Selden and Mount Sinai Papa John's has more than just pizza; including wings, chicken strips, garlic parmesean and cheese breadsticks, and Cinnapies. Their second to none specialty pies which include Spinach Alfredo, Tuscan Six Cheese, BBQ Chicken & Bacon and Spicy Italian are enough to make your mouth water.

Pauly's Pizza and Pasta 1100 Portion Rd, Farmingville, NY 11738 (631) 736-8130

Pauly's has a wide menu of many Italian favorites. One of their most popular items is veal marsala. They also have an appetizing Sicilian slice and a delicious bolognese sauce. Their antipasti includes fried calamari and mozzarella sticks.

Pennica's Pizza and Pasta 708 Portion Rd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (631) 648-9362

Pennica's likes to start its guest off with something known as the "Leaning Tower of Appetizers," which is a combo plate with three types of wings, fried ravioli and mozzarella sticks. Be sure to save room for the main course which could be anything from a hot hero sandwich to a deep dish or stuffed crust pizza. Pennica's also offers its pasta night special every Tuesday.

Pizza Hut 189 Portion Rd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (631) 737-1122

The largest pizza chain in the country, Pizza Hut has locations in Ronkonkoma, Centereach, and Coram just to name a few. Pizza Hut, famous for its personal pan pizzas recently expanded upon its menu, which already featured a full salad bar, to include a variety of pastas such as Tuscani Lasagna and Creamy Chicken Alfredo. The Hut also boasts chicken wings, cinnamon sticks, stuffed pizza rollers and several desserts.

Pizza Stop 1020 Portion Rd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (631) 732-8673

Conveniently located in Lake Plaza, Pizza Stop is rather popular within the Sachem area. They sell specialty pizzas, heros, and dozens of pasta dishes. Open late every day, closing at 11pm Sunday through Thursday and midnight Friday and Saturday, Pizza Stop is a great place to dine in or carry out.

Primo Pizza 2312 N Ocean Ave, Farmingville, NY 11738 (631) 732-4000

Another fine Farmingville establishment that is worth a gander. One of the few non-franchise places to offer stuffed crust pizza. Although the place has a homey feel to it Primo's has seating for up to 30, and sells New York and deep-dish pies plus pasta, appetizers, and desserts. Open seven days for your convenience

Sachem Pizza 15 Knickerbocker Ave, Holbrook, NY 11741 (631) 588-3911

Located near the Ronkonkoma train station, Sachem Pizza is well known within the community for its walls being decorated with Sachem High School paraphernalia. Sachem focuses on Sicilian and Neapolitan pizza specialties.

Sonoma Grill 5745 Sunrise Hwy, Holbrook, NY  11741(631)-218-3888

Sonoma's of Holbrook is more than just a pizza place; they also offer steaks, burgers and some of the biggest pies you've ever seen. They also provide homemade pastas, salads, wraps, appetizers and a kid's menu. Their friendly staff welcomes you and your friends to catch your favorite sporting events on their 58 inch plasma screen.

Uncle Nicky's Pizza & Heros 1020 Portion Rd, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 (631) 732-8673

Uncle Nicky's prides itself on only using the freshest ingredients, so frozen or prepackaged foods will not be found in this kitchen. A laid back atmosphere and cozy interior make Nicky's a fine place to dine-in with the family. Nicky's also provides delivery and catering and is known to create custom theme pies for special occasions. 

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