Pizzaiolo

Pizzaiolo is a Pizza Place in Portland, ME. The restaurant serves authentic New York‑style pizza with hand‑tossed thin crust and classic toppings, alongside pasta dishes, salads, and appetizers. It offers catering for birthdays, holiday parties, corporate events, weddings and other occasions. With more than three decades of experience and a 4.5‑star rating from diners, Pizzaiolo welcomes locals and visitors throughout the Portland area, staying open late each day.

The menu highlights include garlic knots, cheese breadsticks, a selection of house salads made fresh to order, and specialty pastas such as zit, spaghetti or cheese tortellini with marinara or meat sauce. Signature items feature Mama’s Meatball Sub, prepared with hand‑rolled meatballs simmered in the restaurant’s own sauce, and a range of specialty pizzas baked on a New York‑style white dough, with a gluten‑free option available for an additional charge. The restaurant emphasizes fresh, abundant toppings and offers full‑service catering, allowing customers to order online for pickup or delivery through major platforms.

Pizzaiolo is located on Cumberland Avenue, about 0.1 mile from historic Mechanics Hall, the Brown Research Library, the Maine Historical Society museum, and the Wadsworth‑Longfellow Gardens, and just a short walk from Preble Street. These landmarks place the eatery in the heart of Portland’s cultural district.

With over 30 years of delivering authentic New York‑style pizza and a strong customer rating, Pizzaiolo remains a well‑known pizza destination for Portland residents seeking reliable, flavorful pizza and reliable event catering.