Some friends recommended this pizzeria while we were visiting Brooklyn. Having been raised in Italy, I am normally very skeptical of so-called authentic Italian restaurants. I almost did not go. I am so happy I gave it a try. This was the real deal. Wonderful crust, easy to digest because they let the dough rise slowly (I asked!). Wood-fired brick oven. My pizza was with stracchino/crescenza cheese (a rare find in the US) and radicchio. Fantastic.
This is the way pizza is in Italy, very fresh ingredients. After being unable to visit Italy because of Covid, I felt I was in Italy while I was eating and chatting with the friendly owner. Grazie davvero!

Sottocassa pizzeria. A Michelin’s Bib Gourmand restaurant in my neighborhood, I had to try it. Google map on and I am on my way. Missed it twice… 🤷‍♂️. Pretty unassuming, on a lower level. Stepping down from the pavement, was a little little piece of Italy with, a wood burning oven and the music to match. I went for the Tartufata Pizza: Mozzarella, home-made Truffle Spread, Mushrooms, Prosciutto di Parma and Basil. Staring with a watermelon salad while waiting for it to bake. The Watermelon salad with Feta, basil and balsamic was nice and refreshing. The pizza had an interesting wood burned thin soft crust. “Eat it with a knife and a fork” I was told. “It’s not an American pizza…”. At the end I thought it was pretty interesting, somewhat different, though I had better 🤷‍♂️.

There are only a few outside tables but they called me as one freed up and we had a drink down the street. We felt very welcomed by the front staff and they were extremely helpful with the menu. The pizza has great crust and ingredients. We had a fab red and white pizza with ricotta. I can’t say enough. They were very sweet and put out a great product outside!

Great little Italian place close to the Barclays Center. Stopped here before a concert hoping to get a table and were greeted with warmth and friendliness. They managed to squeeze us in even though it was super busy! Great authentic pizza and nice wines too!

We have visited twice already over the last two weeks and both times our experience was fantastic. The gluten free pizza shines as one of the best I’ve had in the States. Cozy ambiance and casual atmosphere are huge plus. I’m a big fan of this place after just to visits. Must do if you are gluten intolerant.