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.

What can I eat at Potiwa Pizza on a dairy-free diet?

Potiwa Garden Salad, Fries (Large) and Pikliz carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.

Does Potiwa Pizza have vegan options?

Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Potiwa Garden Salad and Fries (Large).

Is Potiwa 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 Potiwa Pizza?

6 Wings, at roughly 57.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).

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: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free

Diet fit at Potiwa Pizza

Dairy-Free at Potiwa Pizza

Potiwa Pizza in Brooklyn has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potiwa Garden Salad, Fries (Large) and Pikliz. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.

Gluten-Free at Potiwa Pizza

Potiwa Pizza in Brooklyn has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potiwa Garden Salad, Pikliz and Add Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.

Halal at Potiwa Pizza

Potiwa Pizza in Brooklyn has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potiwa Garden Salad, Conch/Lanbi Pizza (Small) and Cheese Pizza Slice. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.

High-Protein at Potiwa Pizza

Potiwa Pizza in Brooklyn has 7 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Tacos Fried Pork/Griyo, Fried Pork/Griyo Pizza (Small) and Tacos Conch/Lanbi. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.

Keto at Potiwa Pizza

Potiwa Pizza in Brooklyn has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pikliz and Add Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.

Low-Carb at Potiwa Pizza

Potiwa Pizza in Brooklyn has 3 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries (Large), Pikliz and Add Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.

Nut-Free at Potiwa Pizza

Potiwa Pizza in Brooklyn has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Add Egg. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.

Vegan at Potiwa Pizza

Potiwa Pizza in Brooklyn has 4 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potiwa Garden Salad, Fries (Large) and Pikliz. 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 Potiwa Pizza

Dish	Net carbs	Protein
6 Wings	84.3 g	57.4 g
Pepperoni Pizza Slice	3 g	27.6 g
Tacos Shrimp	7.2 g	25.6 g
Tacos Oxtail/Kebef	7.2 g	24.5 g
Tacos Conch/Lanbi	8.3 g	21.3 g
Tacos Fried Pork/Griyo	7.3 g	19.9 g
Fried Pork/Griyo Pizza (Small)	0.2 g	18.3 g
Pepperoni Pizza (Small)	20.9 g	17.9 g
Tacos Lobster/Oma	7 g	15.7 g
Tacos Cod Fish/Mori	7.2 g	13 g
Chicken/Poul Pizza (Small)	21.5 g	10.1 g
Tacos Chiktay/Herring	9.5 g	10.1 g

Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.

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

Tacos

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

Tacos Chiktay/Herring - $13.99: Herring, bell pepper, lettuce, onion Dietary tags: Halal, 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, Renal
Tacos Cod Fish/Mori - $13.99: Cod fish, bell pepper, lettuce, onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, 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, Halal, 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
Tacos Lobster/Oma - $25.99: Lobster, bell pepper, lettuce, onion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, 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, Halal, 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
10 Wings - $19.99: Original, Buffalo, or BBQ Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal
Fries (Medium) - $5.99: French fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium
Fries (Large) - $7.99: French fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal, Slow-Carb
Potiwa Garden Salad - $7.99: Fresh garden salad 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, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Pikliz - $0.99: Spicy Haitian pickled vegetable relish Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, 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, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free
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: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame 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.
Is Potiwa Pizza dairy-free-friendly?: Yes. Potiwa Pizza has 5 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Potiwa Garden Salad, Fries (Large) and Pikliz.
What can I eat at Potiwa Pizza on a dairy-free diet?: Potiwa Garden Salad, Fries (Large) and Pikliz carry the dairy-free tag, out of 5 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
Does Potiwa Pizza have vegan options?: Yes. 4 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Potiwa Garden Salad and Fries (Large).
Is Potiwa 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 Potiwa Pizza?: 6 Wings, at roughly 57.4g of protein (estimated from ingredients).

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