Sicilian Roots and Jersey Flair Come Together at Ferrari Pizza & Italian Kitchen
If you thought you had to cross a bridge or tunnel to get a perfect Brooklyn-style slice, think again. Nestled in the heart of Flemington, New Jersey, Ferrari Pizza & Italian Kitchen is proving that world-class pizza can thrive outside the five boroughs. With its golden, breadcrumb-dusted Sicilian slices, saucy meatballs, and house-baked semolina bread, this family-run gem is quickly becoming a local legend.
A Family Legacy Meets Culinary Craft
At the heart of Ferrari Pizza is Chef Joe, whose lively spirit and deep Sicilian roots drive everything that comes out of the kitchen. His menu reads like a love letter to both his heritage and his adopted home state—New Jersey. Classic red-sauce favorites sit side-by-side with authentic Sicilian specialties, creating a dining experience that bridges generations and geography.
From stretching dough behind the counter to serving up his latest creation with a grin, Chef Joe brings energy and expertise to every plate. His career in the culinary arts—and his family’s pizzeria lineage—culminate in a menu that’s as soulful as it is satisfying.
A Slice Case That Commands Attention
Step inside Ferrari and you’re immediately drawn to the slice case—a showcase of New Jersey’s favorite food in all its glory. There’s something for everyone: plain cheese, pepperoni cups, chicken Francaise, buffalo chicken, garlic knots, and more.
But the true standout? The sfincione, a rare Sicilian-style square slice with an airy crust, bright plum tomato sauce, and a delicate layer of toasted breadcrumbs. It’s a pizza lover’s dream—light, crunchy, and impossibly flavorful. Few places outside of Brooklyn get this right, but Ferrari nails it.
Meatballs, Chicken Parm & Other Must-Trys
While the pizza shines, Ferrari’s full menu is where Chef Joe’s creativity truly takes off. The house-baked semolina bread—served with dinners and sandwiches—sets the stage for Italian classics like chicken parm and meatball parm. The latter, surprisingly, steals the show with perfectly seasoned meatballs, rich tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella that hits all the right notes.
Those same meatballs also appear as a standalone dish, paired with creamy ricotta and enough nostalgia to transport you straight to Nonna’s Sunday table.
Then there are the fried cauliflower bites, crisp on the outside and tender within, generously sprinkled with grated Parmigiano—a vegetarian-friendly snack that rivals the best bar bites in Jersey.
Old-World Flavor, New Jersey Soul
Beyond pizza and parm, the menu pays homage to Italian tradition with dishes like veal piccata, baked clams, chicken Florentine, and fried calamari. Each one feels both comforting and elevated—a reminder that Ferrari isn’t just a pizza place; it’s a full-fledged Italian kitchen.
And just when you think you’re done, Chef Joe surprises you again. Before you leave, you might find a plate of freshly fried zeppole sliding across your table—light, golden, and dusted with powdered sugar. One bite, and you’re a kid at the carnival again. They also carry an assortment of old school drinks like the Manhattan Special and even Mello Yellow soda pop! This place will bring you back to when you loved to go the pizza parlor with your family and now parents can now provide the same opportunity for their families!
A Taste of Brooklyn, Born in Jersey
Though Ferrari Pizza & Italian Kitchen is new to Flemington, it already feels like a neighborhood institution. Its blend of old-world Sicilian roots and unmistakable Jersey flair makes it one of those rare places worth traveling for. So, if you’re craving authentic pizza that rivals the best Brooklyn has to offer, skip the trip to the city. You’ll find it right here in Flemington, at Ferrari Pizza & Italian Kitchen—where every slice tells a story.
