111 N Washington HWY, Ashland, VA 23005

3129 W Cary St, Richmond, VA, United States, 23221

First opened by Frank Maninno in 1977. One of the first Carini natives to come to Richmond and open a pizzeria, and an originator of the Cute Style.

700 N Sheppard St, Richmond, VA 23221

The garlicky sautéed spinach on top of the Florentine Pizza at Arianna’s is killer. It combines with feta, mozzarella, and tomato over a white pizza for a flavorful take. This one is for cheese lovers. Low moisture mozzarella, and chunks of briney feta atop a generous schmear of creamy sweet ricotta and bejeweled with clumps of seasoned sautéed spinach and tart strips of tender sun-dried tomato shining like rubies and emeralds on top a golden brown crust. This spot was originally opened in 2008 by the Altadonna Family but since 2018 it has been owned by Fabrizio and Lucia Gallina from Carini.

9127 W Broad St, Henrico, VA 23294

Capriccios pizza opened in Richmond, VA in October 2008. The restaurant was opened by co-owners Frank Sgroi and Antonio Carollo, who wanted to bring authentic New York-style pizza and other Italian dishes to Richmond. This is one of the city’s most beloved pizzerias known for hand-tossed and Sicilian pizza.

3718 Williamsburg Rd, Richmond, VA 23231

After arriving in America in 1976 and working in restaurants, Giosue Sanzone and his wife, Rosalia started their dream of owning their own business. The restaurant was founded in 1978 by Giosue and Rosalia and Carini is their hometown. They’re known for their rustic decor and romantic ambiance and fantastic pizza. Rosalia is still hands on along with their youngest daughter Maria.

8801 Three Chopt Rd B, Richmond, VA 23229

Opened by Carinesi Filippo and Annalisa Volo-Genova, Kristi Ritchey, and Filippo’s brother, chef Gaetano Genova. Casa Italiana (Vecchio e Nuovo) in Richmond, VA, opened in September 2016. The Italian restaurant is located in the Westbury Shopping Center and is known for its family-style Italian meals and pizza.

Frank’s: 3054 Stony Point Rd, Richmond, VA 23235

Frank’s West : 11238 Patterson Ave, Richmond, VA 23238

Born in Villagrazia Di Carini - a small town outside of Palermo, Sicily - Frank Carollo came to America and started working in Midtown Manhattan where he learned the art of pizza. In 1978, Frank and is wife, Elizabeth, moved to Richmond, Virginia and bought Brother’s Pizza in Willow Lawn. They also opened Conca D’Oro and D’Agostino’s, to name a few. In 1991, they opened Frank’s Ristorante & Pizzeria in Stony Point, where they have been ever since. Frank's West in Richmond, VA opened in 1999. Frank and Elizabeth’s son, Giuseppe, now manages the restaurant and creates phenomenal hand-tossed pizza. They are also known to feature international and regional styles like Detroit-style pizza every Thursday.

2723 Buford Rd, Bon Air, VA 23235

“Filippo and Gaetano Genova were born in Carini, Sicily where they first fell in love with the food of their home country. When they moved to the United States as teenagers their passion for authentic Italian cuisine continued to grow. This love ultimately culminated into two restaurants - Pizza Express Westend in 2007 and Casa Italiana in 2016. Genova's Pizza Station & Take Out Kitchen is their most recent project fueled by their passion to bring authentic Italian to the Richmond area.

Mike Jafari joins Filippo and Gaetano in this latest endeavor. Mike came to the United States as a refugee from Turkey in 2012 and in 2015 found himself meeting Filippo as a delivery driver for Pizza Express. His incredible work ethic and passion for food found him quickly moving to a position in the kitchen where he began to learn the ins and outs of Italian cuisine.

Filippo, Gaetano and Mike are excited to bring the food they love to the Bon Air area!”

7500 Jackson Arch Drive, Suite H
Mechanicsville, VA 23111

“Meet Filippo Giambanco, the heart and soul behind The Giambancos Italian Grill. Fil as he’s fondly known, learned the secrets of Italian cuisine from the best in the business. His father, a respected figure in the restaurant industry since 1976, passed down recipes and techniques that would come to define Fil’s culinary style.

In 2015, Filippo and his wife Cristina embarked on a journey to create their own brand. Drawing from Fil’s cherished childhood memories and years of hands-on experience, they established The Giambancos Italian Grill. This venture is a testament to the Giambanco legacy, carrying forward the family’s rich tradition while adding a fresh, modern twist.”

5742 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown, VA 23692

“Joe & Mimma’s restaurant has been owned and run by the Buffa family since November 1972. Girolamo & Rosaria Buffa renovated the former Western Auto Store after moving from Carini, Sicily to New York in 1968 then to Virginia in 1970.  Their four children, Joe, Mimma, Anna & Mario grew up watching the restaurant grow with them.  Rosaria, who everyone knows as Mama Buffa retired in 2003. Hung “Harold” Quan Bui, a long time employee of over 50 years, now runs the restaurant with the help of his children Rosaria and Girolamo. 

3336 Riverside Dr, Danville, VA 24541

Different Joe and different Mimma.
Siblings, Gaetano, “Joe” and “Mimma” Buffa ran this legendary Danville location which opened in 1976. They had worked with their cousins at the original Joe and Mimma’s and set out with their own pizzeria and buffet miles away in Danville. Gaetano took the Buffa family pizza recipe to Sergio’s Midlothian in 1985. Joe Opened Anna’s Pizza in West Point and Girolama “Mimma” Buffa Brooks took on the restaurant in Danville. Mimma said she loved working with seafood and was inspired by the culinary traditions of her ocean-side home town of Carini. One of her specialties was a pasta dish featuring shrimp, scallops, jumbo lump crab meat, and a pink (tomato and cream) sauce. As for the pizza, Mimma recalled Grande brand low-moisture mozzarella was their preferred cheese. It was ground using an attachment for the mixer. Mimma retired and sold the restaurant in 2018. It is now managed by the Badalamenti family.

4811 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA 23225

Rick Lo Presti was a founding partner at Maldini’s in 2005, but sold the business to manager Marcello Armetta, from Carini, in 2009. Maldini’s was named for Paolo Maldini of A.C. Milan. His jersey hangs over the bar just past the speed boat-shaped salad bar. “Rick Lo Presti came up with the name,” said Armetta. “He was first calling it Del Piero’s for Juventus, which I hated with all my heart. I said, ‘No. If you want me working in that place, you don't put any Juventus names on it.’ He said, ‘Why don’t we call it Maldini.’ I said ‘Perfect! That's great, I’ll be there tomorrow.’” He reveals an A.C. Milan tattoo on his forearm. “Maybe one day Maldini (will come to our) restaurant, and that will be another dream come true.” 

3345 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221

Mary Angela’s opened in 1986. It was opened by Joe Lo Presti, who named for his daughter. Joe returned to Carini two years later, and his brother, Mario took the helm. Mario says he was one of the first to bring the calzone to Richmond. “When we came to Richmond, there were not many pizza shops. I worked with two different chefs in New Jersey, making calzones, and I did not see that here,” he explains. “I created my own and introduced it to the customers at Mary Angela’s.” 

1100 W Main St, Richmond, VA 23220

Rick Lo Presti, introduced Piccola Italy Pizza & Subs. The Virginia Commonwealth University campus stalwart debuted in 1987 at the corner of Harrison and Main streets. Since then it has been a go-to for generations of graduates and fans from all over the city serving great pizza by the slice or whole and noteworthy subs over the counter an out of their adorable walk-up window. The eggplant parmesan pizza and Piccola Special pizza are popular choices.

8936 Quioccasin Rd, Richmond, VA 23229

Annalisa Volo came from a large Sicilian restaurant family in Richmond, VA. In 2007, Annalisa opened Pizza Express Westend with Filippo Genova and the couple was married the following year.

4112 Meadowdale Blvd, Richmond, VA 23234

Richmond, Family-owned and operated since 1984, by true Sicilians, from Carini. New owners since January 01, 2018; Rosario and Nan Mazzamuto have been part of the Pino's Pizza scene since 1995.

8801 Three Chopt Rd. Suite A, Henrico, VA 23229

Opened by Carinesi Filippo and Annalisa Volo-Genova, Kristi Ritchey, and Filippo’s brother, chef Gaetano Genova AKA “La Famiglia.” RVA's home of the square pizza and stuffed focaccia! Sfincione style pizza.

8330 Staples Mill Rd, Henrico, VA 23228

Anthony Giambanco and his family opened the Roma Ristorante Italiano on Staples Mill Road in Richmond, Virginia, in 1993. Giuseppe Giambanco has been working there since he was 12-years-old and is now the manager. They are well known for catering and private parties in their adorably decorated dining room.

7240 Bell Creek Road Mechanicsville, VA 23111

325 East Williamsburg Road Sandston, VA 23150

"For over forty years, owners Anna & Angelo Maninno have been serving great authentic Italian food to families in the Richmond area. The original location in Richmond on Nine Mile Road had been a family favorite since it opened in 1979. In 2013, after making many friends, great customers, and priceless memories, Anna & Angelo decided to move the original location to Mechanicsville on Bell Creek Road. Anna & Angelo’s sons; Sal, Philip, and Antonio, have grown up in the family business. “

12902 Old Stage Rd, Chester, VA 23836

4098 Oaklawn Blvd, Hopewell, VA 23860

The Leone famlily have been serving pizza, subs and other Italian fare at Rosa’s since 1976. It is tied with Sal’s for the oldest pizzeria in the Tri-cities area. Their hand-tossed crust seasoned with little evoo and magic sprinkles. Lots of nice low-moisture mozz. Located inside mid-century modern bank in Chester, dine in the old vault or pick up a pizza at the drive-through window. Deposit your money there and invest in a pizza today.

7116 Hull Street Rd, North Chesterfield, VA 23235

Opened by Bernard “Joe” Oliveri at Sal’s Pizza, which has been tossing dough in the 360 West Shopping Center since 1976. Mario Lo Presti of Mary Angela’s worked here as a young man honing his pizza-making skills before marrying Joe’s daughter, Rosalia. It is one of the oldest pizzerias in the area. A South Side favorite offering classic Italian-American comfort food with generous portions and excellent pizza.

4824 Market Square Ln, Midlothian, VA 23112

Sergio’s is a heavy hitter in the local pizza and pasta, and craft beer scene, serving up authentic Italian-American fare based on Sicilian roots and family recipes.  Originally opened in 1985 by Antonio and Gaetano Buffa, it was named after Gaetano’s son.  They used the same Buffa Family pizza recipe as Joe and Mimma’s, Danville. The pizzeria was passed to Vito Conigliaro and his son, Joe, in 1991 after they emigrated from Carini.  Joe met his wife, Cynthia, there, and they have raised their three daughters behind the counter.  Joe and Cynthia’s eldest daughter, Jessica Conigliaro, 27, is now the General Manager. The restaurant offers a variety of pizza styles, including Detroit-style and Grandma-style, among others. Joe is truly committed to the craft of pizza making,