Queen Pizza II – Italian
Queen Pizza II welcomes guests with the nostalgic aroma of hand-tossed dough and simmering garlic, creating a warm neighborhood hub where the clatter of plates and lively conversation set a cheerful rhythm. Molten cheese stretches over perfectly charred crusts while hearty, sauce-drenched pastas provide a soulful anchor to an experience rooted in the comforting flavors of an Italian home kitchen. Every visit feels like a return to a cherished local secret, where the simple joy of a well-made pie brings a touch of old-world charm to the table.
48 Commerce Street, Newark, NJ 07102 +1-973-242-1829 https://www.queenpizzaii.com/?utm_source=organic_bing&utm_medium=bing_pwRating: 4.6/5 (325 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, high-protein, keto, low-carb, plant-based, sugar-free, pescatarian, diabetic, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, clean-eating, dash-sodium-reduced, weight-watchers, gerd, low-fodmap, zone, volumetrics, tlc, detox, raw-food, alkaline, aip, renal, carnivore, mayo-clinic, candida, pegan, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 10:00 AM - 6:45 PM
- Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners consistently rave about the authentic NY/NJ style pizza, highlighting the perfectly crispy, foldable slices and quick preparation times. Standout menu items include the massive, fist-sized garlic knots, a delicious meatball parm on a toasted roll, and soft, meaty lasagna with excellent sauce. Guests also praise the clean, well-lit atmosphere and friendly service, noting the reasonable prices and convenient location near NJ Penn Station make it a must-visit spot.
Menu
Pizza Pies
- Traditional Pizza - $18.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- White Pizza Pie - $20.45 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sicilian Pizza - $25.45: Traditional Sicilian Square Pizza Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Grandma Pizza Pie - $25.45: Marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Grandpa Pizza - $25.45: Vodka sauce, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Pizza by The Slice
- Regular Pizza Slice - $3.75 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sicilian Pizza Slice - $4.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Grandma Pizza Slice - $4.75: Marinara sauce, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Grandpa Pizza Slice - $4.75: Vodka sauce, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Appetizers & Extra Sides
- Mozzarella Sticks - $8.5: With marinara sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Garlic Knots - $5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Fingers - $11 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Chicken Wings - $11 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- French Fries - $5.25 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
Soups
- Tortellini Soup - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Pomodoro Soup - $6.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Fresh Salads
- Tossed Salad - $7.5: Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, olives, and peppers. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan, Candida
- Grilled Chicken Salad - $14 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Tuna Salad - $12: Served over tossed salad. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Zone, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Turkey Salad - $12 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Chef's Salad - $12: Served over tossed salad. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Antipasto Salad - $12: Ham, salami, capicola, and provolone. Served over tossed salad. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, High-Fiber
Rolls
- Chicken Roll - $9.5: Served with mozzarella and marinara sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sausage Roll - $9.5: Sausage, peppers, onions, and mozzarella. Served with mozzarella and marinara sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Veggie Roll - $9.5: Broccoli, spinach, and mozzarella. Served with mozzarella and marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Pepperoni Roll - $9.5: Served with mozzarella and marinara sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Stromboli - $9.5: Ham, roni, sausage, and mozzarella. Served with mozzarella and marinara sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Calzone - $9.5: Ham, ricotta, and mozzarella. Served with mozzarella and marinara sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Hot Subs
- Chicken Parmesan Hot Sub - $12: Fried chicken breast, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Veal Parmesan Hot Sub - $12 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- MTB Parmesan Hot Sub - $12: Topped with homemade meatballs and parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sausage Parmesan Hot Sub - $12 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Parmesan Hot Sub - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Plant-Based
- Sausage, Peppers & Onions Parmesan Hot Sub - $12 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Philly Cheesesteak Hot Sub - $12 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Cheese Steak Hot Sub - $13 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Chicken with Roasted Peppers Hot Sub - $13 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Cold Subs
- Italian Combo Sub - $12: Ham, salami, and provolone. Served with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Napoli Special Sub - $13: Turkey, ham, salami, and pepperoni. Served with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Turkey Sub - $12: Served with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Ham & Turkey Sub - $12: Served with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Tuna Sub - $12: Served with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Caprese Sub - $12: Eggplant, fresh mozzarella, balsamic vinaigrette, and roasted peppers. Served with lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
Wraps
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap - $12: Grilled chicken breast, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and a mix of hot sauce and blue cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Tuna Wrap - $12: Tuna, lettuce, and tomatoes. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Philly Steak Wrap - $12: Steak, onions, mozzarella, lettuce, and tomatoes. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Burgers & Hot Dogs
- Beef Burger - $8.5: Served with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, mayonnaise, and ketchup. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cheese Burger - $9.5: Served with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, mayonnaise, and ketchup. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Italian Burger - $10: Served with peppers, onions, mayonnaise, ketchup, and fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Italian Cheese Burger - $11: Served with peppers, onions, mayonnaise, ketchup, and fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Burger Deluxe - $10: Served with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, mayonnaise, and ketchup. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Cheese Burger Deluxe - $11: Served with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, mayonnaise, and ketchup. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Italian Hot Dog - $9: Served with onions, peppers, mustard, ketchup, and fries. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Pasta
Served with Italian bread. Choice of marinara sauce or vodka sauce.
- Lasagna - $14.5: Lasagna topped with classic cheese, tomato sauce, and ground beef Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Stuffed Shells Pasta - $13.5: Classic ricotta stuffed shells with flavorful three cheese ricotta filling and delicious marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Ravioli Pasta - $13.5: Plain. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Manicotti Pasta - $13.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Baked Ziti Pasta - $13.5: Ziti with mozzarella and tomato sauce baked to perfection in our oven. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Spaghetti Pasta - $11.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Penne Pasta - $11.5 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Dinner Specials
Served with salad, choice of dressing, & bread.
- Baked Ziti Dinner - $38: Classic Italian baked ziti. Ziti pasta baked in with cheese and tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Spaghetti & Meatballs Dinner - $38: Spaghetti and Meatballs in a tomato sauce. Served with Salad, choice of dressing and bread. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Eggplant Parmigiana Dinner - $38: Breaded eggplant covered in tomato sauce and mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Lasagna Dinner - $38 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Parmigiana Dinner - $48: Breaded chicken breast covered in tomato sauce and mozzarella. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Marsala Dinner - $48: Golden pan-fried chicken and mushrooms in a rich Marsala wine sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
Drinks
- Soda - $2.35
- Snapple - $3.35
- Juices - $3.65: Specify your drink.
- Poland Spring - $2.15
- Dasani - $2.85
- Fountain Sodas - $3: Specify your drink.
Catering Menu
- Tossed Salad Catering - $40: Lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cucumbers, olives, and peppers. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Renal, Mayo-Clinic, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Caesar Salad Catering - $40 Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Grilled Chicken Salad Catering - $55 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida
- Chef Salad Catering - $50: Served over tossed salad. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Zone, Volumetrics
- Antipasto Salad Catering - $50 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Zone
- Eggplant Parmigiana Catering - $50 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Chicken Parmigiana Catering - $50 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Sausage & Peppers Catering - $50 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Zone
- Baked Ziti Catering - $50 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Penne Vodka Catering - $50 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free
- Homemade Lasagna Catering - $50 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sub Catering - $60 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sandwich Tray - $50: MIx and match. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Queen Pizza II
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided data for Queen Pizza II does not contain specific information regarding the restaurant's daily hours of operation.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Queen Pizza II is family-friendly, featuring a clean, well-lit atmosphere, friendly service, and budget-friendly options like chicken fingers and fries.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This 4.6/5 rated Italian restaurant stands out for its authentic NY/NJ style pizza, massive garlic knots, and budget-friendly pricing.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Queen Pizza II specializes in Italian cuisine, featuring authentic NY/NJ style pizza, lasagna, meatball parm, and traditional pasta dishes.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Queen Pizza II accommodates mixed needs with 43 dietary tags, offering vegan, keto, gluten-free, and vegetarian options like Traditional Pizza and Chicken Fingers.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Queen Pizza II is unique for its authentic NY/NJ style pizza, massive fist-sized garlic knots, and convenient location near NJ Penn Station.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Queen Pizza II has an overall rating of 4.6/5, with customers consistently praising the quality of its authentic Italian dishes.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include NY/NJ style pizza slices, massive garlic knots, meatball parm on toasted rolls, and soft, meaty lasagna.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided data does not include specific operating hours, though the description and reviews indicate the restaurant is an active business.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- The restaurant features a clean, well-lit, and warm neighborhood hub atmosphere with friendly service and a nostalgic Italian home kitchen style.
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