Restaurants & Bars

Try These Ocean County Spots For National Pizza Party Day

May 19 is National Pizza Party Day. Here are five of the best spots for pizza in Ocean County that you need to try this weekend.

What's your favorite Ocean County pizzeria?
What's your favorite Ocean County pizzeria? (Peter Senzamici/Patch)

OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Pizza is everything here in New Jersey. May 19 is National Pizza Party Day, and there's no better way to honor this by grabbing a slice or two from your favorite spot.

There's tons of great places to choose from here in Ocean County, and everyone has their own favorite. But reviewers like these ones the most. Here are five of the best spots for pizza in Ocean County, according to Google reviews.

Anthony's Restaurant and Pizzeria (857 Mill Creek Road, Beach Haven West)

Find out what's happening in Berkeleyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

With a 4.6 star rating, reviewers say that this is the best pizza in the Long Beach Island area. One said that their pies are comparable to those found in New York City. Fans love the consistency of their meals there and say it's better than anything found on the island.

Marie's Pizza (376 Dover Road, Toms River)

Find out what's happening in Berkeleyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

"Best pizza by far," one reviewer wrote of this 4.7 star-rated spot. This family-owned spot has been around for nearly 40 years and diners love that mom and pop feel. It's old-fashioned and cash only, but the food is delicious.

Serpico's Pizza (2030 NJ-88, Brick Township)

Multiple reviewers say that this 4.7 star spot has the best pizza in Brick, and some say the best in the state. Diners love their white pie, Sicilian pie and more. They have gluten free pizza, too, for those with special dietary needs.

Espo's Pizzeria and Italian Grille (629 N Main St, Lanoka Harbor)

With a 4.8 star rating, reviews say this place has the best Italian food in the entire county. Everyone raves about how kind the owner, Anthony, is, and how delicious his food is. "If I could give more stars I would," one diner wrote. Try their signature Pizza Bianca and you'll see why.

Pizza RIA (1900 NJ-70 #4, Manchester Township)

The newest spot on this, this pizzeria has already made an impact with its 4.9 star rating. Reviewers from North Jersey, Staten Island and Brooklyn rave about this pizza. Their Grandma pie is a favorite, but they have tons of options to choose from.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.