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Mano's Pizzeria
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Every neighborhood needs a slice shop with paper plates, fluorescent lights, and, preferably, a big awning that pays homage to the Italian flag. Ridgewood has a few, but our top pick is Mano’s, where you can get a thin-crust pizza that holds its own against the city’s best. At this counter-service spot on Forest Ave., the few tables inside are covered in red checkered tablecloths (with matching napkin dispensers), and the walls are decorated with photos of the owner’s family members, who lend their names to several of the pies. Try the Fulgieri with caramelized onions, or the Minucci with sausage, pepperoni, and calabrian chilis. The toppings are great, but the magic is in the chewy crust with charred bubbles that crackle and flake.
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