Best Dishes at Lucky Charlie
Pepperoni Pizza
PizzaThe classic preparation using Chef Coniglio's expertise. Dough is topped with premium imported Italian pepperoni that cups and chars in the coal oven, and fresh mozzarella that melts slightly. The crust is thin with charred edges and a soft center. The coal oven imparts a subtle smokiness to the crust.
Sicilian Wine Flight
WineLucky Charlie's exclusively Sicilian wine list is a strength. The restaurant offers flights to help you explore—typically one white and two reds, varying by availability. The sommelier is knowledgeable about regional styles.
Oven-Baked Pasta
PastaThe kitchen rotates pasta dishes to match seasonal ingredients. These are tossed and finished in the coal oven, which adds light char and smoky flavor. The oven cooking method is unusual and adds complexity.
Red Pizza with Sicilian Anchovies
PizzaA simpler presentation that lets the quality of ingredients shine. Sicilian anchovies—saltier and more intense than other varieties—are scattered over red sauce and herbs. The coal fire creates a smoky backdrop to the salty, briny anchovies. A more challenging pizza that rewards adventurous eaters.
Seasonal Meat Preparation
MainsThe menu rotates based on what's available. These might be grilled chops, roasted chicken, or other preparations that showcase fire and Italian tradition.
Seasonal Seafood
MainsChef Coniglio sources seafood daily and creates dishes that highlight freshness. These might be grilled, pan-seared, or finished in the coal oven depending on the ingredient and season.
About Lucky Charlie
Lucky Charlie is a new-but-historic pizza restaurant from Chef Nino Coniglio in Bushwick. The centerpiece is a coal oven built in 1890—the oldest known coal-burning oven in America. The kitchen uses Italian-imported ingredients and fires pizzas to char the edges while keeping the center soft. The wine list is exclusively Sicilian, and there's an extensive menu of seasonally-rotating meat, seafood, and oven-baked pasta dishes. The vibe channels old-school Sinatra-era cool—wood, fire, and no pretense.
Top 5 dishes at Lucky Charlie:
- Pepperoni Pizza – 90% recommended(Signature)
- Sicilian Wine Flight – 85% recommended
- Oven-Baked Pasta – 78% recommended
- Red Pizza with Sicilian Anchovies – 82% recommended
- Seasonal Meat Preparation – 79% recommended
Details
- Cuisine:
- Pizza
- Price Range:
- $$$
- Phone:
- +1 718-473-9797
- Website:
- Visit Website
- Services:
- Dine-in, Bar, Wine List, Takeaway, Full Bar
Hours
- Friday:
- 5:00 PM - 4:00 AM(Open Now)
- Sunday:
- 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Monday:
- 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
- Tuesday:
- 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM
- Wednesday:
- 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM
- Thursday:
- 5:00 PM - 4:00 AM
- Saturday:
- 5:00 PM - 4:00 AM
The coal oven dates to 1890—that's a real piece of pizza history. Ask the staff about it. Chef Coniglio went to great lengths to source and install it properly.
Skip the generic wine options and go exclusively Sicilian. The wine list is all from Sicily—ask for a flight to taste different regions within the island.
The pasta and seafood dishes change seasonally. Ask your server what's available beyond pizza. Chef Coniglio experiments with the coal oven in creative ways.
Lucky Charlie stays open until 4 AM Wednesday-Friday, making it a destination for late-night eating. The bar is excellent and the crowd is fun.
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