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This Detroit-style pizza was seriously impressive. The crust was perfectly crisp around the edges with that caramelized cheese crunch everyone loves, and the inside stayed soft and airy. The tomato sauce had a rich, tangy flavour that worked beautifully with the melted cheese, and the fresh basil on top added a nice hit of freshness. I wasn’t a big fan of the roasted black toppings, but everything else was spot on. Cheesy, saucy, and full of flavour.
Zain QadirThis Detroit-style pizza was seriously impressive.
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First time at AJ’s and it’s hands down the best Brooklyn-style pizza in town. It’s a bit of a hidden gem or say a hole in the wall. It was hard to find, with more of a beer pub vibe than your typical pizza place with pop of colours and posters. Service was attentive.
We tried the vegetarian, cheese, pepperoni, and Sicilian slices—all had a crispy crust with that perfect char my kids and I love. Toppings amounted to be not too much or less, and flavours came in perfect. It’s not soggy or skimpy.
I’d seen some reviews here saying the pizza was overcooked or the tomato sauce cold, but that wasn’t our experience at all—everything was hot, fresh, and delicious. Overcooked was probably for the Neapolitan pizza fans but this one’s different and it’s got burnt crisp crust and toppings and we love it. The Sicilian with pepperoni was a standout, and the hot honey dip took it to another level.
I’ve had pizza all over the world, and AJ’s is now one of our favorite. Can’t wait to come back and try the Detroit-style, next time!
Philip Raymond LimThe best Brooklyn-style pizza in town
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Not only delicious but also visually stunning – you start craving just by looking at their pizzas!
They offer a variety of styles including Detroit-style, Sicilian, and Neapolitan, and so much more.
The service was excellent – our server was super friendly and respectful, and we absolutely loved him.
🔻 The only downside? The food was a bit too greasy for my taste.
My recommendation: order by slice so you can try different kinds
niloofar tavasoli (Nillicious)Not only delicious but also visually stunning
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After an evening of sipping and shopping, it was great to find AJ's open later and the pizza did not disappoint. Not quite a hole in the wall, but it's a cute little restaurant. Staff are amazing (thanks for the suggestions and banter), great atmosphere (awesome music) and last but not lest; the pizza ~ it's good! They had a vegan option on the menu, no processed vegan cheese, so cheeseless but it was still very good, focusing on the crust, sauce and toppings instead. I loved how there was no sag, slices stayed poker straight, meaning the toppings weren't eating out water and making it soggy so they maintain their crisp, yessss!. My friends did half and half pizzas, a favourite of theirs was the cheese, which had the sauce on top. Will definitely return to AJ's!
Marcella Di SantoGreat to find AJ's open later and Tasty Pizza
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We stumbled upon this pizza joint via tiktok and it did not disappoint! We got one cheese slice and a Detroit style pie and they were both delicious. Probably the best pizza I’ve had in Vancouver (from Toronto visitors). The hot honey and ceaser dressing was delicious too
Rajvi ChavadaThe best pizza I’ve had in Vancouver
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Super great Detroit-style pizza! Picked up the red top for takeout and I didn’t know that they wouldn’t send a message when it was ready so I waited for a while and therefore the pizza was slightly cold. But as that was a personal error, I give them the benefit of doubt, and the pizza was still nonetheless really great! I can only imagine how good it would have been hot and fresh. The dough is perfection — super fluffy and spongy, and the crispy cheese crust is complimentary in both flavor and texture. I do wish there was a bit more sauce, however again it was great nonetheless.
Take out does take about an hour so plan a bit in advance! It was quite busy so service was a bit slow, but that is to be expected especially on a Friday. They also have a good amount of bar seating + tables so it’s a great place to be. Definitely recommend, and I am excited to return and maybe try some more menu items.
Natalia ReszkaSuper great Detroit-style pizza!
