Bivio Pizza Napoletana - Montclair

Over the past 15 years, of all the pizza places I have been to in NJ and NYC, this is by far the best. This is precision pizza making from every aspect. Not only is the pizza great, but Tomaso (the owner) is so personable and always has a smile on his face. Try to make a reservation 1 week ahead as it is usually booked up. Also it is BYOB!

The salumi and cheese plate, along with the arugula salad, felt like something straight from Costco—not necessarily a bad thing, just an observation. The pizza, however, was undercooked; the center was soggy and collapsed when picked up. The menu mentioned garlic, but I couldn't taste any. This restaurant seems to be riding on its past reputation. I ended up having a better pizza at my local, no-frills pizza joint. Don't waste your time here.

I stopped by the new Bivio in Montclair to grab some bread. I used to be a regular at their Little Falls location and have always loved their food. The bread I got was fantastic—crusty on the outside and soft and fluffy on the inside. It’s perfect for making sandwiches or just dipping in salted olive oil, which is exactly what I did. I can't wait for the pizza to come back later this year!

The crust is to die for! I'm so glad to have this gem nearby. Tomasso is a true master of pizza.

The best restaurant in the area! Every evening is a special occasion with Tommaso leading the pizza-making. It has been one of our favorites since it was located in Little Falls.