Vesuvio Pizzza & Subs

I returned to Vesuvio in Bayridge after many years, having moved from Brooklyn years ago. The occasion was a small party of 16 to celebrate the christening of my granddaughter. What a pleasant surprise as they went beyond our expectations! First and foremost the food was plenty and very good!!!! We had several shared family style appetizers and pasta with each of us ordering individual dinners from a choice of 4 entrees. The food was perfectly timed coming out in intervals allowing everyone to enjoy and digest and chat in between courses. Ryan, our server, was excellent handling our crowd (ranging from 1 year to 72 years and everything in between) with ease and interest. He made himself available and present the entire time. Everyone enjoyed their chosen entree and the appy’s were all delicious. To our surprise the cannoli filled cake was beyond good…..it was bakery quality great! We requested to be seated in a small open spaced private area away from the main seating if it was available that day and they were able to set that up for us! It was like a private party. The cost for all we had worked out well and was very fair. I am happy to say although many things have closed or changed since I left Brooklyn, Vesuvio is still there and still rocking it. I highly recommend it if you are thinking of a party or get together or just a dinner. I will certainly be back the next time I am in the area.

This place is absolutely amazing. Been coming here for years. This is authentic Italian artisanal pizza. They have many other great items but the pizza is the main event. Great customer service, consistently wonderful quality food, and such a cute atmosphere with the indoor funny Italian signs and outdoor wooden tables and small dangling lights and outdoor music. Great spot for a friend hangout, family night out or date spot. Hope you guys come ! It’s honestly so worth it!

Today I was transported to another planet. I tried the Contadina specialty pizza. The sadest moment was when I picked up the last slice. I walked in and order the Contadina at the counter. I was created by beautifully kind girl. She was patient with my indecisiveness and then I finally concluded that this was my pizza. WOW what a decision the Contadina is made with a garlic sauce instead of tomato. They put Italian sausage , fresh basil , artichokes and not sure what else. I enjoyed every last bite by my chubby self of a 12” 6 slice pizza. If you can’t tell I highly recommend this specialty pizza. The crust was perfectly toasted and crunchy. I’m sure their other menu items are just as spectacular. They have been there for many years.