A tiny spot on Spring Street in the Little Italy neighborhood, Lombardi's became a food staple of the city and a testament to the rich culture of pizza making.
A tiny spot on Spring Street in the Little Italy neighborhood, Lombardi's became a food staple of the city and a testament to the rich culture of pizza making.
Totonno’s Pizzeria closure is only temporary, owners confirm
Legendary Coney Island pizzeria Totonno’s will not be closing after all. The restaurant’s owners confirmed in a Facebook post this week that the closure is a “temporary” measure to protect staff and customers, despite rumors that the business had permanently shuttered due to the pandemic. “We remain committed to our customers and the Coney Island community and look forward to seeing you all soon,” the business shared in a statement circulated by local business group the Alliance for Coney Island.
It’s a sign of relief for longtime fans of the pizzeria, which has been serving thin-crust slices from its coal oven slices for close to a century. The restaurant’s ingredients, imported from founder Anthony “Totonno” Pero’s home country of Italy, have helped earn it a place as one of the city’s best pizzerias and most iconic restaurants. “This place is simply the best pizzeria in the world, and well