Looking for a mouthwatering Italian meal near you?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Italian spots around Jersey City, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best eateries to fill the bill.
1. Rizzo's Bakery
Topping the list is Rizzo's Bakery. Located at 208 Central Ave. in the Heights, the Italian bakery and cafe is the highest-rated inexpensive Italian spot in Jersey City, boasting 4.5 stars out of 97 reviews on Yelp.
Stop in for salads, pasta dishes and pizza by the slice, followed by fresh-made Italian cookies and cannoli.
2. Salumeria Ercolano
Next up is Journal Square's Salumeria Ercolano, situated at 1072 West Side Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 81 reviews on Yelp, this casual, cafeteria-style eatery has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an affordable option.
Order sandwiches and panini at the deli counter, or check out the daily hot specials. Salumeria Ercolano also offers catering services and specialty Italian groceries.
3. Gino's Pizzeria
The Heights' Gino's Pizzeria, located at 380 Central Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the pizza shop four stars out of 205 reviews.
Gino's Pizzeria offers up thin-crust pizza for dine-in, takeaway and delivery. The menu also features salads, sandwiches, garlic knots and more.
4. Larry & Joe's Pizzeria
And then there's Larry & Joe's Pizzeria, another affordable go-to, with four stars out of 115 Yelp reviews. In addition to pizza, this spot serves up sandwiches and pasta dishes. Head over to 533 Newark Ave. to see for yourself.
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