Burlington County has a pizza story that runs deeper than most people realize. Some of its best pies come from places that have been serving the same towns for 30, 50, even 70 years.
This list covers five pizzerias spread from Columbus to Marlton, including a flea market stall, a family Italian restaurant near the Pinelands, and a lake town favorite with gluten-free pies. You will find tomato pie, Sicilian slices, Detroit-style squares, panzarotti, and cheap lunch deals along the way.
Each stop earns its spot for a different reason, so you can pick one based on your mood or your route. Save it for the next time someone in the car asks where to grab a slice.
1. Kate & Al’s Pizza, Columbus, NJ
Few pizza counters in South Jersey can claim roots going back to the 1950s, and fewer still sit inside a flea market. Kate & Al’s Pizza operates from the Columbus market complex on Route 206 in Springfield Township.
The signature here is tomato pie, along with Sicilian-style slices. The crust bakes up light and crispy, the sauce leans rustic, and the cheese and homemade sauce blend right into the dough.
Families have been making this a regular stop for generations, often pairing a slice with a stroll through the market. It is counter service only, with some seating, outdoor seating, and takeout available.
Timing matters with this one. The stall is closed Monday through Wednesday, opens Thursday and Saturday at 8 AM, Friday at 10 AM, and closes early on Sunday at 5 PM.
Weekend crowds can back up the line, especially Sunday morning into the afternoon. If you want a calmer visit, Thursday evening or Friday tend to be quieter, and the free parking lot usually has plenty of room.
2. Riccardo’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant, Browns Mills, NJ
A pizza named after its own town is a pretty bold move. Riccardo’s backs it up with the Browns Mills Tomato Pie, a house specialty at this family Italian restaurant on Lakehurst Road.
The place has served Browns Mills for more than five decades, and it still runs with that traditional Italian family spirit. Owners and staff are known for being helpful and especially welcoming to military families, which fits a town so close to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.
The menu goes well beyond one pie. Detroit-style pizza, lasagna, cheesesteaks, mozzarella sticks, and a vegetarian Tour of Italy all show up, and the cannoli strawberries make a fun dessert pick.
I would save this one for a sit-down family dinner. There is table service, a spacious dining area, high chairs, and a kids’ menu, plus reservations are accepted.
Hours run 11 AM to 10 PM most days, stretching to 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. Friday evening is the busiest time, so plan ahead if your crew is large.
3. Riviera Pizza, Medford Lakes, NJ
Gluten-free diners often get stuck with one sad option, but Riviera Pizza treats gluten-free pies as a real part of the menu. That alone makes it a smart stop for mixed groups in Medford Lakes.
The shop sits on Stokes Road in this small lake community, and it has fed local families for at least 30 years. Many longtime customers grew up on it.
Traditional pies headline the menu, joined by cheesesteaks and hoagies. Portions run generous, and the staff has a reputation for being exceptionally friendly.
Dine-in, takeout, and delivery are all available, with high chairs and a kids’ menu for younger eaters. Reservations are accepted too, which is handy for group dinners.
It opens at 11 AM daily and stays open until 9 PM, or 10 PM on Fridays and Saturdays.
4. Sal’s Pizzaworks, Marlton, NJ
Panzarotti are the reason to pay attention here. These fried turnovers stuffed with cheese and sauce are not on every pizza menu, and Sal’s Pizzaworks makes them a headline item, including the loaded Works Panzarotti.
The Marlton shop on West Main Street has been around for more than 30 years. It runs as a neighborhood pizza and hoagie joint with a big menu and friendly, welcoming owners.
Beyond panzarotti, the lineup includes a ricotta and mozzarella calzone, a hot honey stromboli, grilled buffalo chicken pizza, half white pizza, and a hefty pie called the Meatnormous. The plain slice has a soft, well-baked crust and real pepperoni flavor when you add it on.
Budget eaters, take note. Sal’s has been known for eat-in specials like two slices and a drink or a cheesesteak and a drink at low prices, so ask what is running when you stop in.
Hours are 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Thursday, until 10 PM on weekends, and noon to 8 PM Sunday. No reservations, but parking is easy.
5. Pizza Village, Burlington, NJ
Tuesday and Wednesday are the days regulars keep an eye on at Pizza Village. This family owned and operated spot on Mount Holly Road is known for midweek specials, so ask about them when you call.
The tomato pie gets plenty of attention, and the white pizza with broccoli and tomatoes is a strong pick if you want something different. There is also a Brooklyn Round Pie, buffalo chicken pizza, garlic knots, and pizza turnovers.
Families will appreciate the kids’ menu, including a kid-sized vodka rigatoni, plus high chairs. Hoagies, big salads, pasta, and desserts round things out.
The atmosphere is casual and on the quieter side, which makes it easy for groups. Hours run 10 AM to 10 PM Monday through Thursday, 11 PM on Friday and Saturday, and 11 AM to 10 PM Sunday.
Taken together, these five pizzerias show how much range Burlington County packs into one simple food. Pick a town, grab a pie, and see which one becomes your regular.
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