Joey's Pizza

Tucked away in Maspeth, the kitchen builds its pies from hand-tossed dough and house-made tomato sauce. The draw is strong enough that some customers bus in from Bushwick for a meal in the quiet, polite dining area. However, the experience comes with a caveat: while the specialty pizza is a favorite, the broader homestyle Italian fare can be inconsistent, with some diners noting disappointing garlic knots and paper-thin cutlets. For the most reliable visit, stick to the slices.