Nicky’s Pizzeria

I love the look of this place as soon as I approach it. Directly on top of the train station it even has a wooden stick out sign to compliment its train locale. Its a close quarters place but there are plenty of seats. Lots of hustle and bustle over classic black and white tiles that I love to see. Feels like a real New York City pizzeria with the pin up letters menu, lots of red accents, and Coca-Cola advertisements. I almost forget that I’m here for the food… almost.

Most unique neon sign I’ve seen for a pizzeria ^

Gum ball machine? total win… the place even still has a pay phone.^

Cheese 2/5- melty and sweet but not too savory.

Sauce 4/5- this medium to dark sauce has a slight sprinkle of seasoning to it and has a rich and unique taste compared to most slices I taste

Under-crust 5/5- I didn’t think anybody would rival Mamaroneck’s Joe’s pizza under-crust, but this oven fresh, grainy texture, incredible tasting piece of pie perfection gives it a run for the money

Crust 4/5- only the first bite is crispy but the crust is densely chewy almost like cheese which only fresh dough can achieve

Price 1/5- $2.75 … ugh. They coulda been a contenda

Leonardo’s Pizza and Pasta

Located in a small strip mall the place has a lot of space for seating and has a wide open kitchen. Classic Italian music plays on the speakers pieces such as Godfather theme, Italian folk and even a personal favorite in Luciano Pavarotti. I almost think it gimmicky until I see one of them singing along. Ok you pass my B.S. meter. So, I settle down, waste no time and take my first bite before I even take my first picture!

Cheese 2/5- salty and savory

Sauce 5/5- full flavor yet light feeling in your mouth. Great life to the length and depth of flavor.

Under-crust 3/5- crispy beginning turns chewy as I go along light flour flavor. no oven bake

Crust 3/5- large and chewy with a little crisp on the outside.

Price 2/5- $2.70 this still qualifies as a terrible price. Its better by default

The Verdict
Larchmont is a curious town to me. Similar appearance to Rye with the mom and pop stores (some really nice food spots too) but the town seems to be separated into two parts; one downtown by the train station and another part is a long walk down Chatsworth Avenue. I have to say I was freezing cold walking around all over for this mission so readers, please feel sorry for me. The result of my struggle is Nicky’s pizza (16/25) beating Leonardo’s (15/25) by a single point although in terms of an experience, Nicky’s is far better than Leonardo’s.  Centered in the downtown area and the only reason it was a close call was a default win on the price category. Nicky’s wins anyway but it should be a no-doubter in my mind.

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