Ops Pizza
Pizzeria · Bushwick, Brooklyn
Restaurant in Brooklyn, United States
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Price
$30–50per person
Chef
Mike Fadem
Dress
Casual
Why go
Mike Fadem's Bushwick pizzeria delivers light, digestible crust and a wine-focused beverage program that outpaces most Brooklyn pizza counters. The Margherita balances flavor without heavy oil, and the veranda setting works best in warm weather. Recognized on the 2026 OAD Cheap Eats Recommended list, Ops sits between value-tier slice shops and premium Manhattan imports — worth booking if crust lightness matters more than char.
About Ops Pizza
Ops Pizza is a pizzeria in Brooklyn from chef/owner Mike Fadem. The cuisine is pizzeria, the dress code is casual, and the venue belongs in a pizza conversation rather than a formal fine-dining one. For diners comparing it with familiar names such as Motorino, Ops Pizza is best approached as a casual Brooklyn pizza stop.
What the Kitchen Does Better
Ops Pizza is best understood simply as a pizzeria. Go expecting pizza in a casual Brooklyn setting. If you are deciding whether it fits a particular craving, check the current menu through the venue's official channels, especially if you are looking for a specific pie, starter, beverage, or dietary accommodation.
Room, Service, and the Visit
The dress code is casual, so Ops Pizza is best framed as an easygoing visit rather than a formal occasion. Plan accordingly: treat the venue as a casual Brooklyn pizzeria, and confirm practical details directly before you go if timing, accessibility, reservations, or a particular service format matters to your visit.
Where It Sits Among Pizza Peers
Ops Pizza sits within a broader group of notable pizza options that Pearl readers may compare across style and mood. In that peer set, Grimaldi's, L'industrie pizzeria, Scarr's Pizza, and Motorino are useful reference points, while Ops Pizza remains its own Brooklyn pizzeria from Mike Fadem. Choose based on the kind of pizza outing you want, and confirm current menus and logistics before making plans.
Explore more Brooklyn dining in our full Brooklyn restaurants guide, and if you're planning a broader trip, check our Brooklyn hotels guide and our Brooklyn bars guide for pairing options around Brooklyn.
Planning details
- Location
- 346 Himrod St, Brooklyn, New York, United States
- Reservations
- Book on Resy
- Website
- opsbk.com
- Phone
- 718-386-4009
Venue details
Ambiance
Cozy, intimate Bushwick room on a quiet industrial street, with a warm, lively atmosphere that feels like a low-key neighborhood wine bar built around a wood-fired pizza oven.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Sourcing
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Wine Program
- Exceptional
- Drinks Focus
- Wine, Natural wine
- Dietary
- Vegetarian friendly
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
- Opened
- 2016
Signature Dishes
- Margherita pizza
- Square sourdough pie
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 346 Himrod St, Brooklyn, New York, United States
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- L'industrie pizzeria, Pizzeria, Pizzeria
- Pizza Loves Emily, Pizzeria, Pizzeria
- Motorino, Pizzeria, Pizzeria
- Grimaldi’s, Pizzeria, Pizzeria
- Scarr's Pizza, Pizzeria, Pizzeria
Restaurant context
Ops Pizza occupies the middle ground between Brooklyn's casual slice counters and the reservation-heavy Neapolitan specialists. L'industrie pizzeria draws longer lines for its Roman-style al taglio format and rock-bottom pricing, but Ops offers a quieter room and a wine list that justifies sitting down rather than grabbing a slice to go. Motorino delivers more aggressive char and a thicker crust, appealing to diners who want blistered edges and heavier toppings; Ops counters with lighter fermentation and easier digestibility. Pizza Loves Emily leans into Detroit-style thickness and inventive toppings, making it the better choice for groups who want variety and indulgence; Ops stays closer to classic Margherita territory and suits regulars chasing crust technique over novelty.
Grimaldi's pulls the tourist crowd with coal-oven pedigree and DUMBO waterfront views, but the experience skews more transactional and less focused on beverage pairing. Scarr's Pizza shares Ops' value-tier positioning and OAD Cheap Eats recognition, though Scarr's leans harder into New York slice nostalgia and omits the wine-forward approach. For diners prioritizing ambiance and a curated beverage program, Ops wins; for those chasing maximum cheese pull or coal-oven char, Motorino or Grimaldi's deliver more dramatic results.
Book Ops if you're a regular who's already cycled through Brooklyn's thicker, heavier pies and want a lighter alternative with better wine options. Choose L'industrie for budget-conscious volume, Motorino for char and crust drama, or Pizza Loves Emily for Detroit-style indulgence and group-friendly variety.
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Compare Ops Pizza
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ops Pizza | Brooklyn | Pizzeria | 2026 50 Top Pizza USA · #17 |
| L'industrie pizzeria | New York City | Pizzeria | 2026 50 Top Pizza USA Slice · #12026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #232026 Eater NY 38 Best Restaurants in New York City · #332026 50 Top Pizza World · #712025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #162025 50 Top Pizza World Best Pizza · #742024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #50Pearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Pizza Loves Emily | New York City | Pizzeria | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #532025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #202024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #242023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended |
| Motorino | New York City | Pizzeria | 2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #2652024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #2272023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended |
| Grimaldi’s | New York City | Pizzeria | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #1272024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #2622023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended |
| Scarr's Pizza | New York City | Pizzeria | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #1072025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #342024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #332023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Ranked · #20 |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ops Pizza good for solo dining?
Ops Pizza may work for a solo diner looking for a casual pizzeria in Brooklyn.
What should a first-timer know about Ops Pizza?
Ops Pizza is a Brooklyn pizzeria from chef/owner Mike Fadem, and the dress code is casual. First-timers should confirm the current menu and logistics before visiting.
Is Ops Pizza good for a special occasion?
Ops Pizza is a casual Brooklyn pizzeria, so it may fit an easygoing occasion rather than a formal one. For a different pizza comparison, consider L'industrie pizzeria or Pizza Loves Emily instead.
What are alternatives to Ops Pizza?
L'industrie pizzeria offers a different pizza rhythm. Pizza Loves Emily brings another option to compare. Motorino is also worth comparing, while Scarr's Pizza and Grimaldi's round out the peer set.
