Handover By The Slice – Italian
The air at Handover By The Slice is thick with the irresistible scent of bubbling mozzarella and toasted flour, drawing in passersby with the promise of a perfect, golden-brown crust. Whether you’re grabbing a zesty Buffalo chicken slice on the move or sharing a loaded veggie pie, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch and a symphony of classic, savory flavors. It is a vibrant neighborhood staple where the rhythmic sliding of pizza peels and the sight of molten cheese create a quintessential urban dining ritual.
728 King Street, Alexandria VA 22314 https://handoveralx.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, plant-based, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone
Currently closed
Hours
- Friday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 11:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its authentic New York-style thin crust and flavorful tomato sauce, diners rave about the variety of slices like the hearty meat-lover's and classic cheese. Guests love the attentive service where hosts helpfully describe the rotating pies, ensuring each slice is heated to the perfect temperature before being paired with a local lager. Reviewers highlight the vibrant, budget-friendly atmosphere perfect for a quick bite or a date night, often noting the hidden speakeasy upstairs as a standout feature for those seeking a unique Old Town experience.
Menu
Specialty Pizzas by the Slice
Individual slices of our specialty pizzas.
- Cheese Pizza Slice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pepperoni Pizza Slice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Pizza Slice - $4.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Pizza Slice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza Slice - $4.5 Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken Pizza Slice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Daily Special Pizza Slice - $4.5
Specialty Pizzas (Full 18" Pie)
- Cheese Pizza (Full Pie) - $25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pepperoni Pizza (Full Pie) - $25
- Veggie Pizza (Full Pie) - $25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Pizza (Full Pie) - $25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza (Full Pie) - $25
- BBQ Chicken Pizza (Full Pie) - $25
- Daily Special Pizza (Full Pie) - $25
Build Your Own (Full 18" Pie Only)
- Build Your Own Pizza (Up to 3 Toppings) - $25: Choice of toppings: Pepperoni, Sausage, BBQ Fried Chix, Buffalo Fried Chix, Onion, Green Pepper, Mushrooms, Banana Pepper, Olives, Fresh Garlic, Feta, Parmesan, Spinach, Fresh Basil, Artichoke Hearts
- Build Your Own Pizza (4+ Toppings) - $27: Choice of toppings: Pepperoni, Sausage, BBQ Fried Chix, Buffalo Fried Chix, Onion, Green Pepper, Mushrooms, Banana Pepper, Olives, Fresh Garlic, Feta, Parmesan, Spinach, Fresh Basil, Artichoke Hearts
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $9.5: Choice of dressing: Ranch, Blue Cheese, Italian, Honey Mustard Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Garden Salad - $9.5: Choice of dressing: Ranch, Blue Cheese, Italian, Honey Mustard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Appetizers
- Garlic Knots - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Onion Rings - $7.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Mozzarella Sticks - $9.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Jalapeno Poppers - $10.25 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Chicken Tenders - $7.5: Choice of BBQ or Buffalo sauce
- French Fries - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
- Hummus - $10
- Whipped Feta - $10 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Soda / Iced Tea / Lemonade - $3.5: Coke, Diet Coke, Coke Zero, Sprite, Rootbeer, Iced Tea, Lemonade Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Rotating Beer Selection
- Wine Selection
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