Pete’s Pizza Joint
215 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
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Address :
215 Chestnut St
Philadelphia, PA, 19106 - Phone (215) 629-0150
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 2:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : Yes
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : No
Good For : Late Night
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : No
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Caters : No
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Pizza
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Irrespective of your locality, you will find a variety of different restaurants in your cities offering pizzas of all different types. Pizza is hot favorite among people of all ages in the United States. A large size pizza is enough to feed a family of 3 or 4 at large. Pizza is also the most preferred food whenever a group of friends is hanging out together. Pizza gained popularity in the United States after the American soldiers stationed in Italy returned from World War II.
Over the years, different pizzerias in the United States have developed their own respective regional variations. Pizza gained popularity as the iconic dish in the United States in the second half of the 20th century. Whether you prefer thin or thick crust pizza, you can find a pizza of your preference at the best pizza restaurants in your city.
Italian Cuisine
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Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
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Dana B.
Stopped in with a good friend (and a friend of his from home) while in the neighborhood and in need of a bite; Pete's was the first place we came across that proved to have a decent, fairly priced menu and was a respite from the sweltering heat. Unfortunately Pete had run out of whiz for the fries, so he offered to put mozzarella on them instead. I wasn't exactly in the mood for a cheesesteak or pizza, but the mozzarella fries hit the spot. The atmosphere itself is pretty low-key; the walls are adorned with old boxing photos, but it seems to be the classic corner pizza joint, granted we were the only customers there (in addition to one who I assumed to be one of Pete's friends). Definitely works if you're in Old City and looking for a small, laid-back place to grab food. Important thing to remember, though, it's cash only, so make sure you bring cash.
(3)Stephanie P.
#56 Starving, we wandered in around 1 in the morning after an adventurous night out. It was the only place open in all of Olde City, as well. There were 3 other people inside and Pete had 2 pizzas out when we got in. We ordered 2 slices of cheese pizza and they were delicious. =) For a late-night joint, the pizza wasn't greasy as could be expected and the crust was super doughy. The cheese and tomato sauce were in perfect proportions. It was $5 for 2 slices and we actually got ourselves 2 more slices as we walked out the door. Though, the iced tea that we bought for $2 was way too sweet. Sticking with the pizza next time.
(4)Jim C.
Super Tasty Pizza! Huge slices and very friendly staff. This is my go to place for late night food after the Old City bars.
(4)Wallspro S.
Pete's is the ish! Huge slices, cool staff. Pete, while being totally fucking unintelligible, tosses a mean pie. I work around the corner and will go here over Soho, Gianfrancos and Margherita (the spot next to the Khyber) any day of the week. In fact, I actually go almost every day of the week. Plus the more you go and they recognize you, the bigger the slice you get. And a word to the wise. The bathroom is for CUSTOMERS only.
(5)JACKIE G.
Pete's has my favorite pizza in the whole city. That's all I have to say about that.
(5)Lene P.
I don't know why but I like the crude interior. I'll come to this pizza joint when Margarita's is closed and I'm too lazy to walk up to Soho. Also, I love their tiny size small fountain soda cups. Just the right size! Ditto the pizza slices. HUGE!
(4)Coco D.
Eh. As I sit here snacking on my first east coast slice of pizza after being in NoDecentPizzaVille, CA for four and a half years, all I can think is....this is what I was bummed about missing? I mean, yeah the slice is really super dupe huge and cheap. But like, where's the flavor? There's totally not enough cheese, sauce or pepperoni on this bitch. It totally lacks the oomphness that makes pizza the magical food that it is. I'm seriously regretting my decision to not indulge in cheesesteak #2. Eff it, maybe I'll go get one now and be twice the fatty!
(3)Russ C.
The pizza itself gets an average 3 stars, but every time I go in there the guys are cool and friendly so overall the place gets 4 stars. Like I said, the food is average, but Pete's has prices to match. The pizza is a little doughy and undercooked for my liking, but every once in awhile I like to give Pete my business. The pies are large and toppings are always fresh. Typically one pie feeds myself and my roommate for two meals. Pete is a good guy, skip Domino's and give his pizza a try.
(4)Noah W.
Lived here for 13 years, but just got to Pete's last night. What a treat! The owner is such a nice guy, and the pizza easily beat the late night competition. Thin crispy crust, big slices, and decent pepperoni. Now I'm debating about going for lunch today!
(4)DeAnna P.
Maybe it's better on a busier day. I came in for a slice of cheese on a Sunday afternoon. The pizza was dry and flavorless. The cheese didn't go to the edge of the crust by an inch or more. The guy behind the counter wasn't exactly unfriendly, but the service definitely left me underwhelmed.
(2)Bob R.
It is a joint. But the pizza is very good! I would certainly recommend it for a quick bite in the Olde City.
(4)Matt P.
Great pizza crust.
(4)Siobhán H.
Being in a more business area, I didn't have high hopes for this place but my boyfriend urged me to try it since we had a meeting across the street. Excellent New York style pizza - Perfectly crispy thin crust with a not too sweet sauce. We even went back for seconds! Pete chatted with us for a few minutes and we found out he's a Queens native. I do think that the myth about the water in New York is what makes New York pizza so legendary but nonetheless, Pete makes a great slice. Super impressed by such an unassuming shop.
(4)Sandy K.
It's not as fancy as Soho, but the pizza tastes much better and that's all that matters to me. Underrated.
(4)Stephanie B.
We have found our neighborhood pizza place! They have the most authentic New York pie in the area and the best deal for an 18".
(5)Pablo R.
Went to Philly for a week from California and found the Best pizza in philly, ate there 4 days in a row..
(5)Antonio C.
Good NY style thin pizza. No frills here but good quality pizza for about $2.50 a slice. Great spot to stop by for a quick bite.
(4)Jody P.
It was late, it was cold, cabs were full... a perfect time to stop for pizza. Was it good? Everything is tasty after last call, but I have faith that it was decent. Two choices at that hour, cheese or "pep". The hard working man behind the counter was greeted by name by many of the patrons, and gave speedy polite service. It's cleanliness was somewhere above what I would expect of a typical hole in the wall place.
(3)Lakara B.
Easily the best pizza in Old City. Lunch time or late night. The "by the slice" selection is limited, but who cares. $3 for a sausage slice, cash only.
(5)noelle m.
I freaking love this place. Aside from the fact that it's right around the corner from my job and some of my most patronized watering holes, it's some damn tasty pizza. Pete's one of the nicest dudes and I usually end up just sitting there and chatting with him. It reminds me of the pizza I grew up with and Pete really just rocks.
(5)Christina S.
Love the pizza. It doesn't wilt toward the plate and drip with grease when you try to take a bite. Sure, there are usually only cheese slices and the occasional one topped with canned mushrooms late night, but I'm pretty sure I don't remember a sign previous to walking in boasting about never heard combinations that really shouldn't exist. The service is swift and no nonsense. Enough said.
(4)Brad P.
I'll keep the review brief and to the point- just like this shop. Its just a few tables and some pizza- GREAT pizza. The owner is very friendly, remembers peoples names, and runs a simple, old school pizza parlor. If you're looking for gluten free Apricot chicken pizza- go somewhere else. If you're looking for classic, tasty pizza like you had when you were a kid- stop in here..
(4)Java L.
A decent slice of the real deal, in Old City.
(3)Cesar M.
This pizza is great. The place is small and not the St Regis, but the pizza is great. I can eat a whole pizza from there.
(5)Jae S.
Great pizza place for late night grab!
(5)Nancy Z.
Great pizza! Great owner! Totally worth walking to it instead of delivery! This is NOT your greasy American pizza. The Fantasia salad is yummy too.
(5)Tara L.
Pretty decent pizza slices late at night.
(3)Danielle F.
I'm staying at the hotel Club Quarters, and have ordered from them twice today. Positive: Open late, serves breakfast, quick service Cons: Don't listen to you, not friendly late night service, difference between small & large Oj is 7oz & 8oz. I asked for extra ketchup & bbq sauce & no I didn't get either. Cheeseburger had no cheese & fell apart midway. Place to eat late night, but don't expect the workers to care.
(3)Dave H.
Pete owns the plain pizzeria bearing his name. Nights, you can see him talking animatedly with customers in the front while preparing pizzas. He freaking rocks! Last I was here, I ordered a slice of pepperoni pizza for $3 (cash only). Super thin, super crispy, and appetizing to boot, it was a perfectly appropriate end of a night of drinking and partying. While I prefer the taste of some other pizzerias, Pete's saves me a walk every so often, especially if I'm a little out of it. It's still a great place, so give Pete's a try!
(4)Shane F.
Respectable crust. Questionable cheese (might have been a little moldy). Cheap, weak sauce. Quite a disappointment. I only have so many meals on this trip and I wasted half of one on this place.
(2)Ashlee C.
Pete is the man. This place is the best hands down for a slice, pie, or a tasty pasta dish. All of the dough and sauces Pete uses are homemade and his ingredients are the freshest around. Try his penne dish with tomato sauce and lots of mozzarella cheese, it is simple but you will not be disappointed. Another plus about Pete's is that it is open late night if you need a quick bite after the bar or a concert. I have also tried the salads here which are of generous portions and can have grilled chicken added upon request. The store is small but the staff is friendly and Pete is a great guy, give his place a try!
(5)Michelle A.
Went to blurr and had a good time. Came to Pete's slightly drunk and ordered a bunch of pizza slices. Guys were great and really friendly. Accidentally handed them a twenty and they were honest enough to give it back. Great pizza huge slices. Great place to go when slightly tipsy and trying to get your late night food. Will def come back again.
(5)Mikey I.
This is one of very few pizza places that have a readily available bottle of hot sauce with your typical pizza garnishes. Also, I once saw Pete get into a fist fight with a guy over the counter.
(4)Christopher S.
Best pizza in old city (if not the whole city) for the right price. Good people behind the counter serving up individual slices. They offer a few basic options for slices (plain, pepperoni, sausage, etc.). Pete's also delivers on foot, which sadly limits them to only a few blocks, but they're open pretty late and serve up slices rather fast. Seating is available and the staff is generally friendly.
(4)Michelle A.
After these rave reviews, we made sure to include Pete's on our tour of Philly. What a disappointment. Perhaps it was because it was a rainy Monday night. Perhaps the employee was new and didn't understand the need for toppings and cheese on a slice of pizza. Whatever it was, it needs to be fixed. There were three options for slices--cheese (a thin bit scattered over the flavorless sauce), mushroom (a lump of canned mushrooms on top of the crummy cheese slice), and pepperoni (six greasy slices atop same generic cheese slice). We were told that we could not order other toppings nor could we order off of the menu. Even with that beginning, I trusted my yelpsters and shouldered on with a cheese slice and my parents ordered a pepperoni. Take a saltine, coat it with canned tomato paste, and add a sprinkle of imitation mozzarella cheese. Now, eat twenty of those. (At least the slice was big!) I hope just went on an off night. I reallllly hope so.
(1)E B.
Bottom Line: Great Pizza! I first wandered in here to use an ATM while bar-hopping during a night on the town. Ten minutes later, I found myself walking down the street while munching a slice of delicious pizza and getting laughed at by my friends. "Don't judge! This is delicious and I'm from New Jersey!" I shouted, or at least I like to think I did. Pete's Pizza is everything a standard pizza should be: Thin and crispy crust, large slices, slightly sweet-yet-spiced tomato sauce with an appropriate amount of cheese. Too often, Philly pizzas are dripping with grease, loaded with cheese yet lacking in sauce, have a huge and bread-y (not doughy) crust and appear to be deep-fried. Pete's is everything but that and worth stopping in for a slice.
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