The biggest debate when it comes to pizza is whether New York, Chicago, or Detroit-style reigns supreme. Most people land squarely in one camp and can seldom be swayed - until they experience New York Pizza & Wings in Arizona, that is. This gas station pizza joint may not look like much on the outside, but it turns even the most diehard deep-dish lovers into thin-crust fanatics.
Some of the best pizza in Arizona is hiding where you'd least expect to find it: a gas station.
New York Pizza & Wings is located inside the Chevron on East Brown Road in Mesa, churning out dozens of thin-crust pies each day for hungry locals and travelers alike. The best part? It has a drive-thru!
Co-owner Jimmy Recchia is actually from Chicago, so it comes as a surprise that he prefers New York-style pizza.
The switch happened while he was living in California and went into business with a Brooklyn native.
A convert for life, Recchia has owned exclusively NY-style pizzerias since his California days.
This is his newest venture, which he owns along with business partner Herman Ludwig.
Although it's technically gas station pizza, the taste would have even full-blooded Italians fooled.
That's because everything is made fresh daily, from the sauce to the meatballs to the dough itself.
Whether you prefer a classic like pepperoni or cheese or a more unique specialty pie such as Hawaiian or Meat Lover's, rest assured there's something to please every palate.
Calzones and Stromboli are also available, as well as garlic knots with marinara for dipping.
Pizza and wings are a match made in heaven, and the menu features both boneless and bone-in with a variety of different sauces.
Other sides include fried zucchini, mozzarella sticks, and fried ravioli.
Address: 5965 East Brown Road, Mesa, AZ 85205.
Hours:
Monday - Wednesday: 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Thursday - Saturday: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Delivery and pickup hours are different, so be sure to check the website if you're interested in either of those options.
Visit the restaurant’s website to learn more.
Have you ever been to New York Pizza & Wings? If so, what did you order and how was it? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section below, and check out our previous article for another gas station restaurant in Arizona with surprisingly delicious food.
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