The Citiblog
100-Year-Old Totonno’s Pizzeria Seeks Buyer to Keep Legacy Going
June 4, 2024, 12:56.09 am ET
Photo: Cititour.com
Totonno’s is considered the royalty of New York City coal-fired pizza. Operating from a neatly kept storefront at 1524 Neptune Avenue in Coney Island, it is one of a few shops left on what has become a stretch known more for car repair and tire shops.
Anthony (Totonno) Pero and his family immigrated from Naples more than a hundred years ago and began making pizzas in Lombardi’s grocery store in SoHo. Totonno went on to become America’s first pizzaiolo and Totonno’s was born in Coney Island in 1924, according to the family’s website. It is also the oldest, continuously run family-owned pizzeria in America.
Over the years, Totonno’s dealt with two major fires, and was left badly damaged by Hurricane Sandy. Later, it remained closed during the pandemic. Now the family is hoping to sell the business to someone who will love it as much as they do and carry the Totonno name into the future.
For more information, visit totonnosconeyisland.com
OUR LATEST BLOG POSTS
Review: Should You Turn Left on Tenth?
October 24, 2024, 2:18 am ET
By Brian Scott Lipton There’s a major aphorism that is often told to us: “A little knowledge is a dangerous thing.” And sadly, that warning has proven true for those of us who wat... READ MORE
Nightly’s Brings Bistro Fare to the Upper East Side
October 23, 2024, 5:51 pm ET
Nightly’s, a fresh take on the classic New York bistro, has opened on corner of 78th Street and Second Avenue. Featuring craft cocktails, an expansive wine list, and dishes that include a mix ... READ MORE
Twin Tails Brings Southeast Asian Flavors to Midtown
October 22, 2024, 7:30 pm ET
Twin Tails, the latest restaurant from Quality Branded—the group behind popular NYC spots like Zou Zou’s and Don Angie—has officially opened its doors at 10 Columbus Circle. With a... READ MORE