Quick answer
Beach vacation and pizza go together. Most of the famous slices are a few minutes north in Wildwood, but you have options in the Crest too. Here is an honest guide.
Mack's Pizza (Wildwood Boardwalk)
Mack's has been making pizza on the Wildwood Boardwalk since 1953, and it is the slice a lot of people remember from childhood trips. Thin, foldable, and easy to eat while you walk. There are two Mack's locations on the Boardwalk.
- Where: Wildwood Boardwalk, not in Wildwood Crest.
- Order: Start with a plain slice.
- Hours: Usually open into the evening in summer; check current hours.
Sam's Pizza Palace (Wildwood Boardwalk)
Sam's is a family-run Boardwalk spot at 26th Ave that dates back to the 1950s. It is a longtime local favorite, and many people say it is better than Mack's. Try both and decide for yourself.
- Where: Wildwood Boardwalk at 26th Ave, not in Wildwood Crest.
- Order: A plain slice is the classic choice.
- Hours: Seasonal; check current hours.
Carini Ristorante and Pizzeria (Wildwood Crest)
At 9854 Pacific Ave in Wildwood Crest. An Italian restaurant and pizzeria right in the Crest, handy when you do not want to drive to the Boardwalk.
- Delivery: Call to ask whether they deliver to your address.
- Hours: Check current hours.
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Not pizza, but worth knowing
- Primo Hoagies (6105 New Jersey Ave, Wildwood Crest) if you would rather have hoagies for a beach lunch or an easy dinner.
- Curley's Fries on the Wildwood Boardwalk, a classic side to a Boardwalk slice.
A few tips
- Not every pizzeria uses delivery apps. Calling the restaurant directly is often the easiest way to order.
- Many rentals keep local menus in a kitchen drawer or on the fridge. It is worth a look.
- Hours change a lot between summer and the off-season, so check before you go.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best pizza near Wildwood Crest?+
Mack’s Pizza and Sam’s Pizza Palace on the Wildwood Boardwalk are the best known, and both are a short drive from the Crest. In Wildwood Crest itself, Carini Ristorante and Pizzeria on Pacific Ave is a convenient sit-down option.
Is there pizza in Wildwood Crest itself?+
Yes. Carini Ristorante and Pizzeria is at 9854 Pacific Ave in Wildwood Crest. The famous Boardwalk pizzerias are a few minutes north in Wildwood.
Can I get pizza delivered to my rental in Wildwood Crest?+
Some local pizzerias deliver, but areas and hours vary. Call the restaurant directly to check whether they deliver to your address.
Mack’s or Sam’s?+
Both are Boardwalk classics with loyal fans. Mack’s has been on the Boardwalk since 1953, and Sam’s dates to the 1950s too. Try a slice from each and pick your favorite.
What time do pizza places close?+
It depends on the place and the season. Boardwalk spots tend to stay open later in summer. Check current hours before you go.