Lorenzo's Pizzeria
16721 Orchard Stone Run, Charlotte, NC 28277
704-544-1414
Category: Food
Award: Best Imported Restaurant
Year Won: 2012
Pick: Editor's Pick
Sure, you’ve seen dozens of restaurants around town advertising “New Yorkstyle” pizza, but this family-owned spot from transplanted New Yorkers is the only real deal. The staff at Lorenzo’s Pizzeria knows great New York pizza is all about three things: fresh ingredients, great sauce, and a thin, foldable crust. Besides the best cheese pie in Charlotte, standouts include Grandma’s, with mozzarella, crushed tomatoes, fresh basil, and garlic; and White, with mozzarella, ricotta, fresh garlic, and olive oil. Lorenzo’s also excels at entrées. The Chicken Parmigiana, Veal Sorrentino, and Sausage & Peppers are as good as you’ll find at the Feast of San Gennaro in New York’s Little Italy.