Monty's Pizza

I have to thank Yelpers for finding this place, as I had never heard about it before.Monty's is definitely a classic, old-school, red sauce Italian joint that has been around since 1982.So I decided to finally try them and get a large take-out "The Nancy" pizza with pepperoni and onion.My order when ready when I arrived and the service was fast and friendly. They also gave me a small discount for paying with cash.The pizza was good with an excellent, crispy crust, and tasty sauce, but it had less cheese than I would have preferred.It was priced a bit less than other pizzas in the area, but it was just for a 16-inch. I guess I am used to regularly paying more for 18-inch pizzas elsewhere.The dining area is almost a snapshot in time, giving off pizza joint vibes of many extinct places I enjoyed when I was younger.For me, the pizza was just a 3.5. The slices were too small to be the floppy, foldable true NY style that is so very rare here.BUT, after 42 years in business? They must be doing things right and just maybe I caught them on an "off" night? So I'll bump them up a half of a star.Very good, but not great or a pizza to remember, I will definitely try them again in the future...

I am yet to find a good pizza in Clearwater, FLPizza from Monty's was eh. Eating NYC style pizza I'm spoiled.Monty's pizza, the sauce tasted like tomato paste, not sweet and too much on the pie. Crust was hard not crispy outside and soft in the inside.Tasted like a frozen pizza. I was disappointed.It's all about a good crust and light fresh tasting tomato

This was our first visit to this wonderful family owned restaurant. Stephanie was a fantastic staff member that took our order and carefully filled us with the details of the specials. She described other food items as well. The pizza special with 3 items was excellent. Crispy crust, just right.The restaurant has many tables to pick from. Pizza stands stacked high on the counter gives this place the perfect ambiance.Pay with cash and save.We will be back for salad and other food.

It's my first time here and I came in during a rush after work. This place has been here 40 years and earned its reputation! I'm very impressed about everything!!!! The service kept up with my every request and I'm thankful for everything that they have done! My pizza was not thick, it was "NY"Style and flexible. The toppings were abundant and my beer never hit bottom! I will be back and they deserve a try!

Quaint place for pizza and delicious Italian food lots of tables and delicious options you will have enough choices for everyone. Fresh ingredients and delicious! Nice staff and fast service!

Never been a huge fan of the pizza at Montys's but the other choices in the menu are great. It's a busy shop, along the side of a strip center; off the beaten path. It's a busy place, filled with locals whom the service team know by name. Orders taken quickly. Service is fast - even with fresh prep of the entrees, service in less than 15 minutes from order.Tried one of the daily specials, spinach ravioli. 8 ravioli to the order, these are boiled perfectly... Not crunchy and not mushy. Filled is a beautiful blend of chopped spinach and cheese. Topped with a ladle of gorgeous tomato sauce. The sauce is slightly sweet, the spinach tart and earthy and the cheese creamy. An excellent combination. Pro tip: reserve a little of that sauce to dip the bread in... You won't be disappointed.

Great neighborhood family restaurant. Good food and atmosphere. Support your local restaurant!

I have been going to Monty's for over 30 years and I hate to give a bad review .I ordered takeout last night 2/8/25 for a calzone when I got it it was the wrong order so I called and spoke to someone who then said they would send another correct calzone out to me.the one i got was correct except it was half the size of their usual calzonethus, I called again , I spoke with the owner ( I guess) and told him. he said that it was the same. that they all are the same even when I tried to explain it was not he just did not seem to care. I don't know this person and maybe they are new owners but I don't think I'll go back.I've had good memories of the restaurant when my son was alive and they really cared when he passed away at age 21. Rob

Great food at a reasonable price Staff very friendly and efficient Cozy atmosphere enough seats for maybe 40 people

Ordered a small Sicilian pizza w/ onions & black olive. The pizza was smaller than expected. Crust was heavy, almost as if the yeast didn't rise. The crust was not what this New Yorker would expect when ordering a Sicilian. Sauce seemed to be standard canned, onion was scant, so predominantly it was an olive pizza. All this for $30. When I went to pick UT up. Ended up standing in a line with a comparatively long wait (I arrived at the ready time). Probably won't go back.​​​​