What is this restaurant's overall rating?

Potiwa Pizza has an overall average rating of 3.6/5 based on mixed but passionate reactions from its diners.

Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?

This budget-friendly ($) restaurant has a 3.6/5 rating, offering a unique fusion concept despite mixed reviews regarding inconsistent service and seasoning.

What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?

Guests rave about the Pitiwo seafood pizza for its flavorful toppings, while the Oxtail pizza is another frequently mentioned menu item.

What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?

Potiwa Pizza specializes in Haitian-inspired Italian fusion, featuring unique pizzas topped with traditional ingredients like griyo, herring, and oxtail.

Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?

High-protein, nut-free, and pescatarian options include seafood pizzas, while the veggie pizza supports vegetarian and plant-based diets.

Is this restaurant suitable for families?

This budget-friendly ($) pizzeria offers a warmly traditional atmosphere and a menu featuring pizza slices and small pizzas for guests.

Is this restaurant good value for money?

Potiwa Pizza is budget-friendly ($) with a 3.6/5 rating, though reviews show mixed reactions to the food and service quality.

Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?

Potiwa Pizza is a casual, budget-friendly ($) restaurant with a 3.6/5 rating and an atmosphere resembling a classic Italian kitchen.

How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?

Rated 3.6/5, this budget-friendly pizzeria offers a unique Haitian-inspired fusion featuring naan-like crusts and oxtail toppings, unlike traditional Italian restaurants.

What's the best way to experience this restaurant?

Experience the unique Haitian-Italian fusion by lingering over hand-stretched pizzas while enjoying warm, educational interactions with the chef.

Potiwa Pizza – Italian

At Potiwa Pizza, the intoxicating aroma of blistered dough and sweet San Marzano tomatoes wafts through a sun-drenched space that hums with the energy of a classic Italian kitchen. Artisanal pies emerge from the glowing embers of the oven with perfectly charred crusts and molten cheese, inviting guests to linger over hand-stretched creations and vibrant seasonal toppings in an atmosphere that feels both effortlessly modern and warmly traditional.

1456 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210 +1-347-240-1762 https://potiwapizzahaiti.com/

Rating: 3.6/5 (89 reviews)

Cuisine: Italian

Price range: $

Dietary options: high-protein, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb

Currently open

Hours

Monday - Thursday: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

What diners are saying

Diners have mixed but passionate reactions to this Haitian-inspired pizzeria, with many celebrating the unique fusion concept and supporting a Black-owned business. While some guests rave about the flavorful toppings and distinct, naan-like crust found on the Pitiwo seafood pizza, others find the heavy cheese overwhelming and the seasoning inconsistent, particularly on the Oxtail pizza. Service experiences vary significantly, ranging from warm, educational interactions with the chef to frustration with front-of-house staff, though the pikliz remains a standout flavor enhancer for many.

Herring/Aranso Pizza (Small) - $13.99: Herring pizza Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Fried Pork/Griyo Pizza (Small) - $13.99: Fried pork pizza Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Conch/Lanbi Pizza (Small) - $22.99: Conch pizza Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Shrimp/Ekrevis Pizza (Small) - $17.99: Shrimp pizza Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Lobster/Oma Pizza (Small) - $27.99: Lobster pizza Dietary tags: Pescatarian
Cod Fish/Mori Pizza (Small) - $13.99: Cod fish pizza Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Chicken/Poul Pizza (Small) - $13.99: Chicken pizza Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
Pepperoni Pizza (Small) - $11.99: Pepperoni pizza
Ham Pizza (Small) - $12.99: Ham pizza
Oxtail/Kebef Pizza (Large) - $31.99: Oxtail pizza
Veggie Pizza (Small) - $11.99: Vegetable pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber
Cheese/Fromaj Pizza (Small) - $11.99: Cheese pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
SeaFood Combo Pizza (Small) - $23.99: Mixed seafood pizza Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Pizza Chiktay (Small) - $16.99: Chiktay pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Potiwa Mix Pizza (Small) - $25: Signature mix pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian

Tacos

3 Per Order. Served w. Bell Pepper, Lettuce, Onion

Tacos Chiktay/Herring - $13.99: Herring, bell pepper, lettuce, onion Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Tacos Fried Pork/Griyo - $13.99: Fried pork, bell pepper, lettuce, onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal
Tacos Cod Fish/Mori - $13.99: Cod fish, bell pepper, lettuce, onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
Tacos Conch/Lanbi - $19.99: Conch, bell pepper, lettuce, onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Tacos Oxtail/Kebef - $21.99: Oxtail, bell pepper, lettuce, onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
Tacos Lobster/Oma - $25.99: Lobster, bell pepper, lettuce, onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
Tacos Shrimp - $18.99: Shrimp, bell pepper, lettuce, onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC

Side Orders

Wings, fries, and snacks

6 Wings - $11.99: Original, Buffalo, or BBQ Dietary tags: High-Fiber
10 Wings - $19.99: Original, Buffalo, or BBQ Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal
Fries (Medium) - $5.99: French fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
Fries (Large) - $7.99: French fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb
Potiwa Garden Salad - $7.99: Fresh garden salad Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Pikliz - $0.99: Spicy Haitian pickled vegetable relish
1 Pate Kode (Chiktay Poul Miri) - $5.99: Haitian patty with chicken
1 Pate Kode (Oxtail Lanbi) - $7.99: Haitian patty with oxtail and conch
Add Egg - $1: Extra egg Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free

Frequently Asked Questions about Potiwa Pizza

What is this restaurant's overall rating?: Potiwa Pizza has an overall average rating of 3.6/5 based on mixed but passionate reactions from its diners.
Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?: This budget-friendly ($) restaurant has a 3.6/5 rating, offering a unique fusion concept despite mixed reviews regarding inconsistent service and seasoning.
What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?: Guests rave about the Pitiwo seafood pizza for its flavorful toppings, while the Oxtail pizza is another frequently mentioned menu item.
What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?: Potiwa Pizza specializes in Haitian-inspired Italian fusion, featuring unique pizzas topped with traditional ingredients like griyo, herring, and oxtail.
Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?: High-protein, nut-free, and pescatarian options include seafood pizzas, while the veggie pizza supports vegetarian and plant-based diets.
Is this restaurant suitable for families?: This budget-friendly ($) pizzeria offers a warmly traditional atmosphere and a menu featuring pizza slices and small pizzas for guests.
Is this restaurant good value for money?: Potiwa Pizza is budget-friendly ($) with a 3.6/5 rating, though reviews show mixed reactions to the food and service quality.
Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?: Potiwa Pizza is a casual, budget-friendly ($) restaurant with a 3.6/5 rating and an atmosphere resembling a classic Italian kitchen.
How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?: Rated 3.6/5, this budget-friendly pizzeria offers a unique Haitian-inspired fusion featuring naan-like crusts and oxtail toppings, unlike traditional Italian restaurants.
What's the best way to experience this restaurant?: Experience the unique Haitian-Italian fusion by lingering over hand-stretched pizzas while enjoying warm, educational interactions with the chef.

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