Anthony L

Fantastic pizza always consistent. The best Margherita slice in NYC and you can wash it down with an ice cold Manhattan Special.

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Michael Cholowicz

Excellent place! The pizza is great. They made a slight mistake and immediately apologized, the customer service was stellar! I can only recommend this

Chase

Louie & Ernie’s in the Bronx is a true hidden gem, nestled in a neighborhood where change creeps in slower than a New York cab stuck making it's way through rush hour (and that’s a good thing!). For every bustling block in Manhattan to North Brooklyn, there are places like this, where the only constant is the familiar faces of its dedicated patrons. For over 65 years, locals have made their way here in search of pies that remind them why they fell in love with pizza in the first place. This is pizza perfection. The margherita slices are simply unforgettable, and the sausage pies are unique to this spot. Situated on a quiet corner of the Country Club neighborhood, it’s easily overlooked—no flashy signs, no bright lights, and no one begging for your attention. Louie & Ernie’s doesn’t set out to impress, yet it manages to leave a lasting impression. Louie & Ernie’s embodies the spirit of old New York, where the pies have character, the sauce has perfect balance of flavor, and the cheese has just the right “sheen" and nuttiness. This establishment isn’t about reinventing the wheel; it celebrates the beauty of tradition and the pleasure of savoring a slice that takes its time. Hands down, one of the best pizzas I’ve ever had. With many options to choose from, a classic cheese or sausage hits just right. *Cash only establishment*

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Mario Na

Best pizza simple as that. Lived over 20 years in the BX and this is the spot. The sausage is chunky and perfectly cooked. Not dried out. The Sicilian is the best one I ever had. Not overly thick and super crunchy bottom. The regular slice doesn’t get any better. Great service and they sell the Louie and Ernie’s t shirts for 15 bux. A must try for all pizza lovers. Cash only.

Roger Baldanza

Louie & Ernie’s a local Bronx NYC institution located in the Country Club neighborhood of the Bronx with a fabled history going back to 1947 when it originally opened, dishing out some of the best award winning pizza across the country. Their sausage pizza in particular is hands down the best sausage pizza in the NYC/NJ/CT tristate area if not the entire country. You will not find a better sausage pizza. Thin and crispy crust, top notch sauce and high quality cheese. A mix made in heaven. My wife first introduced me to this amazing pizza shop when we first started dating. She grew up and lived right down the street from them. They have been in the same residential neighborhood since 1959 & not much has changed from its decor, the ingredients and recipes they follow to make their fabled and award winning pizzas.

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Andrew Schaefer

I consider myself a big pizza connoisseur, and Louie & Ernie’s is amongst the best I’ve ever had, in NYC or anywhere! Definitely worth the trip. Incredible crust, sauce and cheese. This place is cash only but there is an ATM on site. Shout out to Benny for making bomb pizzas.

Kevin Sam

Nice slice shop. Owner recommended i try their sausage topping so I ordered sausage and mushroom slice $5.50. Restaurant has character: many locals come in for a quick bite. Saw lots of take out orders, and the turn over on pizza is frequent so everything is fresh. Warning for those parking, cars tend to double park around lunch time around the restaursnt. My car was boxed in for a bit when some customers double parked outside waiting to grab their food. They have a nice open backyard seating area as well for customers to dine in. Good place for no frills decent pizza. Definitely try the sausage.

Joseph Lanzarotta

Finally got to try this pizza place out after hearing about all the great things and it definitely lived up to the hype! The pizza was crispy and light yet a nice chew to it and very thin right up my ally of pizza! Good amount of cheese sauce was good definitely will ask for some extra sauce next time and part of the pizza for folded over somehow but it was still great non the less . Also loved the pieces of sausage on the pizza instead of slices not many places do this and it’s great I love and I love the unsual set up kinda like a downstairs basement vibe almost like walking down in to Italian grandparents basement cooking up the best food can’t wait to come back!

Dylan G

Legendary neighborhood pizza. I’ve eaten pizza all over the world and I’d say this about as classic New York thin slice as you can get. Staff was authentic and real, no fake personalities here, and the eating area was filled with neighborhood Italians. They also were giving out free booze since it was the New Year holiday. Dinner, free drinks, and complimentary Italian drama…what more could ja ask for? I felt right at home - great pizza, great people, and no snobby radish decorations on top of the pie like you see dancing around in tights in Brooklyn now. Unbuckle the belt and roll up your sleeves - this pizza is the real deal my friends. I heard the tales and made the stop while visiting someone in the neighborhood. After the first bite, I was moved….I took a seat, reflected on what just happened, and ordered a few more slices to see if this what I’ve been missing in my life. It was. The sausage was homemade by Italian Americans and it had perfect grease-to-cheese ratio with just the right amount of sauce. I put this spot in my top 5 here in New York. Outside a New York?! Forgidaboudit. Best slices I’ve had in the Bronx, period.

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Best pizza Ive eaten yet. The cheese and sauce is so good with a thin crust scrumptous.

Best pizza Ive eaten yet. The cheese and sauce is so good with a thin crust scrumptous.

Best pizza Ive eaten yet. The cheese and sauce is so good with a thin crust scrumptous.

Some of the best pizza I've never had. Service was fast. It is cash only so keep that in mind. Plenty of inside seating. Will definitely be back!

Some of the best pizza I've never had. Service was fast. It is cash only so keep that in mind. Plenty of inside seating. Will definitely be back!

Some of the best pizza I've never had. service was fast. It is cash only so keep that in mind. Plenty of inside seating. Will definitely be back!

so yummy and the service is amazing! very quiet and cozy. thank you for the amazing experience, will be back

pizza is good new york pizza. \n\nSmall home like pizzeria \n\nCash only. \n\nGood wait time.

Pizza is good New York pizza. \n\nSmall home like pizzeria \n\nCash only. \n\nGood wait time.

Great pizza & service! 10 outta 10! Always tastes authentic and their friendly...not to mention location is great!

I love Louie & Ernie's pizza. The Sicilian is the best. Everything is always fresh and the service exceptional. Sometimes it gets packed but the wait is so worth it.

Great pizza. I could eat a whole pie with ease.\nWorth the detour, if traveling though

Incredible pizza in the Bronx! The fresh Tomato and mozzarella pie was incredible. The sauce had such a deep and incredibly rich flavor. The godfather pizza was also good, but if I had to choose ag…

Great thin slice pizza. Great service. Old school ambiance. We come here every Sunday. It's becoming a family tradition.

Delicious sauce, delicious add ons, sausage is the #1 on anything in there, I love the Anchovies, great pies, large assortment of beverages, including wine, outdoor garden for warm weather, great s…

Really good tasty pizza, reminds me of my favorite childhood wood oven baked pizza. Indoor and outdoor seating. I like the cozy environment. Seems they've been there forever.

Amazing pizza, great atmosphere! One of the best pizza shops in the city. On my menus at least once a week!

WOW! The best pizza on our pizza tour of the east coast! Light and airy crumb with a slight crunch on the outside. Eat this pie!

WOW! The best pizza on our pizza tour of the east coast! Light and airy crumb with a slight crunch on the outside. Eat this pie!

WOW! The best pizza on our pizza tour of the east coast! Light and airy crumb with a slight crunch on the outside. Eat this pie!

WOW! The best pizza on our pizza tour of the east coast! Light and airy crumb with a slight crunch on the outside. Eat this pie!

One of the best pizzas I have ever had. The crust was amazing. Kids all said the same thing. We might be stopping back by before we leave NYC

Great pizza! Have been before-worth the drive into the neighborhood to have some real pizza. Local place serving locals… Awesome crust!

I forgot to add that a large pie, (topped with onions & mushrooms) and a meatball calzone came to 53$!! So pricey !

I forgot to add that a large pie, (topped with onions & mushrooms) and a meatball calzone came to 53$!! So pricey !

Great service\nThey bring food to table so you don't have to stand waiting for order \nDelicious thin sliced pizza

I come here for my fix of margherita slice.... with extra cheese. Place is neat. Service was quick. Great pizza!

Ordered a cheese pie...to go. Small box, not a big pie, VERY small for a large pie. Stingy with ingredients. Got home, sat to eat, wondering...is this mozzarella? Honestly? I've had better. Went her…

Ordered a cheese pie...to go. Small box, not a big pie, VERY small for a large pie. Stingy with ingredients. Got home, sat to eat, wondering...is this mozzarella? Honestly? I've had better. …

As a farewell to a family member (former Bronxite) who wanted a slice ny pizza before heading home. I figured to go somewhere with a nice dining area to grab a bite to eat with good pizza. The …

Wish I can rate this pizza. I did not get to try it because it’s cash only. I understand businesses like this don’t like to report all earnings to the IRS. But it’s 2026. We live in a time where almost no one carries cash. I was offered to use the ATM there but I shouldn’t have to be forced to pay an ATM fee and a foreign fee from my bank. I think it’s time for all businesses to not discriminate against people who don’t like to carry cash and get a machine to accept card payments

Ehhh it's ok. Slice is super thin. The flavor is ok. The service is nice though the people working there are happy. And they sell beer! That's a plus.

Antonio Your favorite Electrician

Was told by so many people that this was the spot to go visit. I finally went ahead and listened and pay them a visit, I went with the family and ordered 2 large pies one just cheese that was for my kids and one cheese and sausage that was my wife and I. I must say we got our first pizza which was the cheese pizza large (the kids pizza ) and I was so disappointed in how burned the underneath was I mean my kids started eating and immediately started making weird faces there mom and I asked what’s wrong they replied this thing is super burned at first we were like no way it’s fine just eat it but then we decided to try it and were absolutely stunned on how charred it was underneath I mean I had coal fire pizza before but this was definitely left unattended for a while then served it was super burned. We were very angry that the kids had to go through that but we’re also not the type of people to complain at the moment just to avoid any animosity nor any smart remarks on behalf of the staff. We then received our second pie and that was much better I even had to stop eating my portion which was half the pie that had cheese to offer it to my kids cause they were very hungry there mom had her side which was the sausage side and finished hers. All I’m saying is that if you’re going to visit this location tell then from the very beginning not to burn the pizza or leave it too long cause you will not enjoy it. This fits as a learning lesson through our process it sucks cause we were really looking forward to this but hey it’s ok maybe next time. Take care folks and enjoy just be sure to mention not to burn the pie and you should be good.

N Ro

I’ve had their famous sausage pie before and it was great. However, it totally failed to live up to the hype today. Ordered a sausage slice and it literally looked like sausage there’s thrown on the slice. No care in presentation whatsoever.

Authentically Alyson

I drove over 30 minutes to Louie & Ernie’s Pizza in the Bronx after reading tons of glowing reviews—and I truly wish I hadn’t wasted my time or money. I ordered an extra-large pizza with extra sauce, extra cheese, and half garlic, sausage, and pepperoni. The smell in my car on the ride home had me hopeful, but that’s where the excitement ended. For a whopping $46.00, I expected something special. That’s well above the average price for even a loaded XL pizza in the city, and honestly? I can’t imagine how bland and dry it would’ve been without the “extra” sauce and cheese I paid for—probably like eating a matzo cracker with toppings. And even with the extras, it was still dry, the cheese was sparse, and parts of the crust were burnt to a crisp. The sauce lacked any depth—no basil, no salt, just a plain, uninspired tomato base that brought nothing to the table. Totally underwhelming. Oh, and be aware—cash only, which just adds another layer of hassle in this day and age. Deluso decisamente. Save your money and your gas—this one’s all hype, no heart

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