Brooklyn's Greenpoint neighborhood is set to welcome a new player in its thriving pizza scene. Diamond Slice, a venture that began as a pop-up named After Hours Pizza, is opening a brick-and-mortar location on Diamond Street. The new spot, which is expected to launch in February, will take up residence at 70 Diamond Street, the former home of the longstanding Park Deli that closed its doors last summer after more than 80 years.
The establishment is the brainchild of Peter Chrostowski, a local entrepreneur who also runs the Calyer cafe in Clinton Hill. Chrostowski started selling pizzas out of Calyer after hours, cultivating a following with his unique offerings, according to Greenpointers. Diamond Slice is poised to stand out, featuring a slice-based service model that contrasts with nearby pizzerias like Chrissy's Pizza, which focuses solely on whole pies. This latest addition joins a recent wave of pizza ventures in the area, broadening the choices for local residents and visitors alike.
The menu at Diamond Slice will boast an array of flavor combinations – think pizzas topped with Caesar salad, burrata and pepperoni, spinach and ricotta, and even Buffalo chicken. Chrostowski is also planning to serve up focaccia sandwiches and salads, enhancing the culinary lineup. The intimate 18-seat restaurant will showcase a welcoming interior with hardwood floors and red vinyl banquettes; plans for added seating are on the horizon. Features to look forward to include beer and wine options, which are said to be available later on.
Greenpoint's pizza aficionados will note that Park Deli's former space at 70 Diamond Street has been vacant since its closure, marked by a "commercial space for rent" sign spotted by Chrostowski while visiting his grandmother in the neighborhood. His desire to transition from pop-up status to a more permanent setup was the catalyst for the upcoming eatery, as detailed by Eater New York.
