Walking into New York Pizza at 117 Maryport Drive, you see the pizza rotating display cases alongside others containing ready-made food. In contrast, pizza makers in the open kitchen area are busy shuttling pies in and out of the 500-degree gas oven. With minimal flop and a crispy crust upon first bite, the eatery serves many different slices and pies, as well as garlic gnots, gyros, calzones, Jamaican beef patties and other items. Whether you order the Sophia Loren pizza— named after the famous actress and topped with fresh mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, garlic and extra virgin olive oil —the pie is prepped, cooked, cut and boxed within 10 minutes of ordering.
New York Pizza opened in December 2023. Ben Roku (owner and manager of the eatery) started working in pizza in 1997 and previously had two pizzerias in Staten Island and Brooklyn, N.Y., before moving to Myrtle Beach.
“I had a different job before I started this, but it wasn’t me,” he added. “I wanted to build a pizzeria restaurant.”
Everything in the pizza-making process is homemade and if it’s not crispy, it’s not New York Style.” Roku said, “The dough, it’s authentic (to the) New York style.”
Our mission is to bring the authentic taste of New York-style pizza to Myrtle Beach, crafting every pie with the freshest ingredients, bold flavors, and a passion for quality. We’re dedicated to creating a welcoming space where friends and families can gather to share great food, great times, and unforgettable memories.
Delivering the true taste of New York-style pizza with fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Ensuring exceptional service, whether dining in, taking out, or ordering delivery.
Providing a welcoming space for friends and families to gather and enjoy great food together.
Combining bold flavors and perfect techniques for an unforgettable experience.
