Roberta’s Pizza: Iconic Wood-Fired Pizza in Bushwick
Roberta’s is synonymous with Bushwick’s culinary scene — a neighborhood institution turned global empire that started on Moore Street and became one of the most influential pizzerias in the country. The draw is the wood-fired, Neapolitan-inspired pizza: seasonal, with ingredients sourced as locally as possible, from the classic Margherita to the inventive, ever-changing specials.
But it’s more than pizza — house-cured meats and salumi, fresh in-house pasta, wood-oven-roasted meats and seafood, and ambitious in-house desserts, alongside inventive cocktails, craft brews on tap, and a growing, wallet-friendly wine list. The room is lively, bohemian, and music-forward — a rustic, cool, classic-Bushwick spot with strong vibes — and there’s a genuinely great weekday lunch deal on the Margherita.
The Pizza & Food
Roberta’s built its name on wood-fired, Neapolitan-style pizzas — seasonal and locally sourced, from a perfect Margherita to inventive specials that change with the menu. Beyond the pies, the kitchen is ambitious across the board: house-cured meats and salumi (cured by Chef Carlo and his father Ezio using heritage animals), fresh pasta made in-house, dry-aged grass-fed beef, wood-oven-roasted meats and seafood, a standout bib salad, and in-house pastries and custards. Craft brews on tap and an affordable, growing wine list round it out.
The Room
The vibe is the other half of the draw: lively, bohemian, and music-forward, a rustic and cool classic-Bushwick room with strong vibes and welcoming staff. It can get noisy and a little chaotic during busy service or seasonal pop-ups, but that energy is part of the charm if you’re after a spirited, convivial meal rather than a quiet dinner. There’s outdoor seating for patio season, it’s good for groups, and it takes reservations.
The Room
Roberta’s original sits at 261 Moore Street in Bushwick (on the East Williamsburg border) — a rustic, music-forward room with a wood oven at its heart and outdoor seating for warmer months. It’s open daily from around noon (11am on weekends) to 10 or 11pm, and the $12 Margherita lunch deal runs weekday middays. The L at Morgan Ave is the closest stop, a short walk away.
Who Roberta’s Pizza Is For
| Occasion | Why It Works |
|---|---|
| The $12 Margherita | One of Brooklyn’s best pizzas at a weekday-lunch steal — Mon–Fri 11am–4pm |
| Wood-fired pizza | Seasonal, locally sourced Neapolitan-inspired pies from an iconic kitchen |
| More than pizza | House-cured salumi, fresh pasta, wood-roasted meats, and ambitious desserts |
| A lively Bushwick night | A bohemian, music-forward room with craft beer and affordable wine |
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Roberta’s Pizza FAQ
Does Roberta’s have a happy hour or deal?
Yes — a weekday lunch deal: a classic wood-fired Margherita for $12, Monday through Friday from 11am to 4pm, at the Bushwick original. It’s a genuine steal for one of the borough’s best pizzas; deals can change, so confirm the current special.
Where is Roberta’s?
The original is at 261 Moore Street in Bushwick, on the East Williamsburg border. The L at Morgan Avenue is the closest stop, a short walk away. It’s open daily from around noon to 10 or 11pm.
What should I order?
The wood-fired pizza is the headline — the Margherita is the deal and a benchmark — but the menu runs deep: house-cured salumi, fresh pasta, the bib salad, and in-house desserts, with craft beer and an affordable wine list.
What’s the vibe?
Lively, bohemian, and music-forward — a rustic, cool, classic-Bushwick room with strong vibes and outdoor seating. It can get noisy during busy service, but the energy is part of the charm; it’s good for groups and takes reservations.
Roberta’s $12 Margherita lunch deal (Mon–Fri 11am–4pm) is from HHNYC’s Bushwick guide and can change; details last checked June 2026. Confirm the current special with the restaurant before visiting.