DeFazio's Pizza – Italian
The air at DeFazio’s is thick with the irresistible scent of bubbling mozzarella and slow-simmered sauce, drawing guests into a space where the craft of the perfect crust is treated with reverence. Artisanal pies emerge from the heat with charred, golden edges, ranging from the fiery kick of a Fra Diavolo to the Mediterranean brightness of The Greek and the classic comfort of hand-stretched pepperoni. Every slice captures the soul of a neighborhood institution where the timeless harmony of fresh dough and premium toppings creates an unforgettable communal feast.
Livingston Avenue https://defaziospizza.com/albany-menuRating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, tlc, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at DeFazio's Pizza
Dairy-Free at DeFazio's Pizza
DeFazio's Pizza in New York has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6), Italian Hangover Cake and Vegan Florentine Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at DeFazio's Pizza
DeFazio's Pizza in New York has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6), Vegan Mozzarella Sticks and House Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at DeFazio's Pizza
DeFazio's Pizza in New York has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Greek Salad, Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6) and Lemon Ricotta Gennettes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at DeFazio's Pizza
DeFazio's Pizza in New York has 10 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6), Italian Hangover Cake and Vegan Florentine Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at DeFazio's Pizza
DeFazio's Pizza in New York has 26 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Greek Salad, Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6) and Lemon Ricotta Gennettes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at DeFazio's Pizza
DeFazio's Pizza in New York has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6), Vegan Margarite and Cacio E Pepe Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at DeFazio's Pizza
DeFazio's Pizza in New York has 15 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6), Lemon Ricotta Gennettes and Italian Hangover Cake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Mediterranean at DeFazio's Pizza
DeFazio's Pizza in New York has 5 mediterranean-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Greek Salad, Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6) and Vegan Margarite. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at DeFazio's Pizza
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| The Greek Pizza | 29.1 g | 79.8 g |
| Capriccio Pizza | 43.9 g | 60.9 g |
| Italian Antipasto | 23.6 g | 60.5 g |
| Meatball Parm Pizza | 21.7 g | 50.5 g |
| Sausage, Peppers, & Onions Pizza | 23.7 g | 41.3 g |
| Chicken Pineapple Fra Pizza | 22.5 g | 39.9 g |
| Fresh Mozzarella Pizza | 20 g | 38.6 g |
| The Veggie Veggie Pizza | 24 g | 35.4 g |
| Four Cheese Pizza | 4.4 g | 32.9 g |
| Eggplant Florentine Pizza | 23.2 g | 29.7 g |
| Buffalo Chicken Pizza | 18.1 g | 29.3 g |
| Greek Salad | 5.7 g | 24.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the impressive food quality and consistently fresh flavors, noting that every dish is prepared with care. Guests love the accommodating service and the inviting ambiance, frequently highlighting the warm atmosphere as a wonderful addition to the neighborhood. Praised for its welcoming environment, reviewers highlight the attentive staff and high-quality ingredients that make for a memorable dining experience.
Menu
Specialty Pizzas
- Traditional Cheese Pizza - $11.41: Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Italian Spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fresh Mozzarella Pizza - $13.49: Tomato sauce, Fresh Mozzarella, Fresh Basil, Pecorino Romano, Italian Spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Pizza - $13.49: Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, & Pepperoni, Italian Spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fra Diavolo Pizza - $15.57: Italian Sausage, Mozzarella Cheese, Hot Chopped Peppers, Tomato Sauce, Italian Spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach & Mushroom Pizza - $15.57: White pizza with Sautéed Spinach, Fresh Mushrooms, Kalamata Olives, Mozzarella, Romano Cheese, Italian Spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sausage, Peppers, & Onions Pizza - $16.61: Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Italian Sausage, Green Peppers, & Onions, Italian Spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Greek Pizza - $16.61: White pizza with feta Cheese, Mozzarella, Red Roasted Peppers, Red Onions, Olives, Fresh Tomato, Pecorino Romano, Italian Spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Capriccio Pizza - $16.61: Prosciutto, Fresh Mushrooms, Kalamata Olives, Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, Italian Spices Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pineapple Fra Pizza - $16.61: Grilled Chicken, Pineapple, Hot Chopped Peppers, Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce, Pecorino Romano, Italian Spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Roman Pizza - $15.57: White pizza with mozzarella, Cherry tomatoes, garlic, ricotta & balsamic glaze, Italian spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cacio E Pepe Pizza - $15.57: White pizza with ricotta, fontina, & mozzarella with cracked black pepper on top Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza - $15.57: Mozzarella, Grilled Chicken, Franks Red Hot Wing Sauce, Gorgonzola, Italian Spices Available at: dinner, lunch
- Eggplant Florentine Pizza - $15.58: Sliced Breaded Eggplant, Sautéed Spinach, Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella Cheese, Italian Spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken Pizza - $15.57: BBQ Sauce, Grilled Chicken, Mushrooms, Red Onions, Mozzarella, Italian Spices Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Veggie Veggie Pizza - $15.57: Mushrooms, red roasted peppers, green peppers, mozzarella, tomato sauce, Italian spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Four Cheese Pizza - $16.61: Gorgonzola, Mozzarella, Fontinella, Pecorino Romano, & Fresh Garlic, Italian Spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Mozzarella Pizza - $16.61: White Pizza with Fresh Tomato, Red Roasted Peppers, Onions, Smoked & Traditional Mozzarella, Italian Spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Broccoli & Spinach Pizza - $16.61: White pizza with Broccoli, sautéed spinach, tomatoes, mozzarella, Italian spices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arugula & Prosciutto Pizza - $16.61: White pizza with mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, prosciutto topped with EVOO, fresh arugula, & pecorino romano Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball Parm Pizza - $16.61: Mozzarella, tomato sauce, sliced meatballs, ricotta, pecorino romano, Italian spices Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegan Pizzas
- Vegan Fra Diavolo - $16.61: Seitan Chorizo, Vegan Mozzarella, Hot Chopped Peppers, Tomato Sauce, Homemade Vegan Parm Cheese Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Florentine Pizza - $16.61: Seitan Pepperoni, Vegan Mozzarella, Sautéed Spinach, Tomato Sauce, Homemade Vegan Parm Cheese Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Margarite - $15.57: Vegan Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce, Fresh Basil, Corto EVOO Homemade Vegan Parm Cheese (contains nuts) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Supreme Pizza - $17.66: Seitan Chorizo, Vegan Mozzarella, Red Onions, Bell Peppers, Tomato Sauce, Homemade Vegan Parm Cheese Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads & Appetizers
- Italian Antipasto - $15.57: Field Greens, Iceberg Lettuce, Red Onions, Fontinella, Black Olives, Fresh Tomatoes, Capicola, Salami, Pepperoni with Olive Oil & Vinegar Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $12.45: Field Greens, Iceberg Lettuce, Red Onions, Bell Peppers, Black Olives, Fresh Tomatoes with Olive Oil & Vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $15.57: Feta Cheese, Field Greens, Iceberg Lettuce, Red Onions, Red Roasted Peppers, Olives, Fresh Tomatoes, with Olive Oil & Vinegar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Italian Meatballs (4) - $8.29: with our homemade marinara sauce! Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Mozzarella Sticks - $12.5: from Imposter Foods, with our vegan marinara sauce! Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6) - $12.5: Delicious vegan jalapeno bites by Imposter Food, served with their vegan ranch! Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Arancinis (4) - $12.5: Delicious rice & cheese balls coated with bread crumbs deep fried that comes with our homemade marinara sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Italian Hangover Cake - $16: Moist cake with Disaronno, Gran Marnier, Vodka & Orange Juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Olive You - $12: Vanilla Bean Gelato drizzled with EVOO & sprinkled with Pink Himalayan Sea Salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Tiramisu - $12: Layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers between mascarpone cheese & dusted with cocoa powder Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Mousse Cake - $12: with Raspberry Coulis Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Lemon Ricotta Gennettes - $12: Cookies with rich ricotta cheese and a vibrant touch of lemon zest, topped with a lemon frosting Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Cocktails
- Apple Cider Spritz - $16: ALB Vodka, Apple Cider, Cinnamon Syrup, Prosecco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Aperol Spritz - $13: Aperol, Prosecco, Seltzer
- Limoncello Margarita - $13: Curamia Tequila, Limoncello, Orange, Lime, Agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about DeFazio's Pizza
- Is DeFazio's Pizza dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. DeFazio's Pizza has 8 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6), Italian Hangover Cake and Vegan Florentine Pizza.
- What can I eat at DeFazio's Pizza on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6), Italian Hangover Cake and Vegan Florentine Pizza carry the dairy-free tag, out of 8 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does DeFazio's Pizza have vegan options?
- Yes. 10 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Jalapeño Bites (6) and Italian Hangover Cake.
- Is DeFazio's Pizza gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at DeFazio's Pizza?
- The Greek Pizza, at roughly 79.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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