Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Authentic Italian Pizza & Comfort Food in Jacksonville
Josephs Pizza is a family-owned institution that has been passionately serving Jacksonville, Florida since 1956. We specialize in freshly baked pizzas, homemade Italian-American comfort food, and handcrafted breads, rooted in traditional recipes perfected over generations. Our commitment to quality ingredients and scratch-made meals reflects our belief that cooking should come from the soul. As the oldest pizzeria in Jacksonville, we take pride in creating a welcoming environment where neighbors gather to share meals and memories. Our legacy continues through the dedication of Josephs family, including his wife Mama Rose, who ensures every dish honors his original vision.We offer catering services for events of all sizes, allowing guests to enjoy our signature flavors beyond our dining rooms. With two locations, we remain deeply connected to our community, supporting local initiatives and fostering a sense of belonging. Our daily specials and happy hour promotions provide accessible ways to experience our full-flavored cuisine. From our kitchen to your table, we prioritize generous portions and authentic flavors that celebrate Italian heritage. Our team takes pride in maintaining the same standards of excellence that earned us recognition as Best Italian in 2016 by Jacksonville Magazine.
Services
Homemade Pizza
Italian Dishes
Catering Services
Lunch Menu
Brunch Menu
Beer and Wine
Loyalty Program
Delivery
Togo and Curbside
Happy Hour Specials
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We've served Jacksonville with homemade Italian cuisine since 1956.
- Our recipes are perfected over generations by Josephs family.
- We offer catering services for events of all sizes.
- Mama Rose personally oversees quality at both locations.
- Recognized as Best Italian in 2016 by Jacksonville Magazine.
What people say
Best Italian 2016
Homemade crust
Fresh ingredients
Family atmosphere
Consistent quality
Services
Homemade Pizza
Crafted with 14" hand-tossed crusts and quality toppings, our pizzas feature traditional Italian flavors. Available with classic combinations or customizable options, each pizza is baked to perfection in-house. Perfect for sharing or enjoying as a hearty meal, our pizza remains a customer favorite since 1956.
Italian Dishes
Serving authentic Italian-American meals made from scratch daily. Signature dishes include spaghetti, lasagna, and baked ziti with house-made sauces. Portions emphasize family-style sharing while maintaining individual satisfaction. Recipes passed through generations preserve Josephs original culinary vision.
Catering Services
Full-service catering for events of all sizes featuring our popular menu items. Options include custom pizza stations, pasta platters, and antipasto spreads. Delivery and setup available for Jacksonville-area events. Ideal for corporate functions, weddings, and family gatherings.
Daily Specials
Rotating daily specials including $7 kids' meals, $10 spaghetti Tuesdays, and $12 lasagna Wednesdays. Happy hour features discounted pizza slices and drinks. Brunch service available on weekends with extended hours.
Loyalty Program
Earn points toward free meals through our customer loyalty program. Available for dine-in, takeout, and catering orders. Program members receive exclusive offers and early access to special promotions.
People
Joseph
Founder
Joseph established the restaurant in 1956, bringing San Francisco Italian kitchen traditions to Jacksonville. He developed the original recipes and maintained nightly bread-making routines until passing leadership to his family.
Mama Rose
Family Matriarch
Joseph's wife Mama Rose has overseen operations for 50 years, preserving recipe authenticity. She continues daily involvement at both locations, sharing stories and ensuring quality standards remain consistent with Josephs original vision.
Questions
Does Josephs Pizza offer catering services?
Yes, we provide full-service catering for events of all sizes with customizable menus featuring our signature dishes.
What are Josephs Pizza's daily specials?
We feature rotating daily specials including $10 spaghetti on Tuesdays, $12 lasagna on Wednesdays, and $12 baked ziti on Thursdays.
Are both locations open the same hours?
No, the Atlantic Beach location opens at 10am on weekends while the Northside location opens at 11am daily.
Who founded Josephs Pizza?
Joseph established the restaurant in 1956, bringing traditional Italian cooking methods from San Francisco to Jacksonville.
Does Josephs Pizza have a loyalty program?
Yes, our loyalty program lets customers earn points toward free meals with every purchase through our app.
Reviews (7)
Marin A.
Jun 20, 2022
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We love Joseph's, mainly because it's walking distance for us and has a huge menu. Most of the time there's not a wait, but sometimes on a pretty day you might have to wait a few minutes. There's about 4 or 5 tables outside (dog friendly) and probably 15ish inside. There's also a small bar inside that is first come first serve. The service can be good or bad, but they really are trying their hardest.
The menu is awesome: pizza, pasta, flatbreads, sandwiches (hot & cold), calzones, salads, desserts. I LOVE the muffuletta sandwich (so hard to find around here), love the pepperoni & cheese stuffed roll, and love the buffalo chicken stuffed roll. All portions are huge and shareable. Would not order the calamari appetizer again as the squid is very rubbery. Pizza is great. Parking can be a pain in the butt so I recommend walking or biking if possible.
The menu is awesome: pizza, pasta, flatbreads, sandwiches (hot & cold), calzones, salads, desserts. I LOVE the muffuletta sandwich (so hard to find around here), love the pepperoni & cheese stuffed roll, and love the buffalo chicken stuffed roll. All portions are huge and shareable. Would not order the calamari appetizer again as the squid is very rubbery. Pizza is great. Parking can be a pain in the butt so I recommend walking or biking if possible.
Brittney Breeden
Jun 17, 2022
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The staff was great! Greeted us like old friends. The salads were massive and loaded like they should be. The muffaletta was the star of the show. The bread was so soft yet firm and perfectly crispy. The olive spread was phenomenal and not chunky like others I've had that just fall out and the layering of meat and cheese was perfection. I'm going to be dreaming of this sandwich for years to come! My only feedback is the baklava cheesecake, which is such a unique idea and I love it, could benefit from a drizzle of honey but still it was delicious!
Gus Bock
May 08, 2022
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Finally found a restaurant that has a true Muffeletta sandwich. It was delicious. Their fries are really good. The antipasto salad was huge and filling. Great service in one of Jacksonville's historic restaurants. You can also get pizza by the slice which is a plus when you have multiple diners in your group.
MaryScott T.
May 08, 2022
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Joseph's was highly recommended and it was spot on correct, if you are looking for a good (non chain) pizza place with a lot of local flavor. Our server was Chloe, she knew the menu and made some wonderful recommendations. I would recommend this if you are looking for a really good pizza place.
Charity Fitten
Apr 24, 2022
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Not our typical Friday night Pizza night. Trying out Jacksonville's oldest pizzeria and an excellent Italian restaurant Update. My son had the kid's pizza. They gave him his toppings and crust and let him build it by his self. Then they took it back and baked it. Lucky him he has 6 months left to do this the kids menu cuts off at 12 years old. Overall great pizza and very filling. We had a medium build yourself pizza.
We were there I wanna say less than an hour and maybe 15 mins. Service was excellent. The place was busy but not loud at all. I didn't catch the hostess' name but the way she was of service had me thinking she was definitely a member of the family that runs it. Our waitress was very accommodating. She kept checking in on us making sure we were doing ok. We also ordered dessert to go: a red velvet cake slice and my absolute favorite oatmeal cookies. Caleb reviewed as soon as we walked out.
He prefers to order and pick up for next time my two toddlers are busy little people and not the easiest to eat out with We've been passing this place not far from our house and he's been begging me to try it. I'm so glad he loves it and got to experience it.
We were there I wanna say less than an hour and maybe 15 mins. Service was excellent. The place was busy but not loud at all. I didn't catch the hostess' name but the way she was of service had me thinking she was definitely a member of the family that runs it. Our waitress was very accommodating. She kept checking in on us making sure we were doing ok. We also ordered dessert to go: a red velvet cake slice and my absolute favorite oatmeal cookies. Caleb reviewed as soon as we walked out.
He prefers to order and pick up for next time my two toddlers are busy little people and not the easiest to eat out with We've been passing this place not far from our house and he's been begging me to try it. I'm so glad he loves it and got to experience it.
Marvin G.
Apr 15, 2022
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Joseph's is a family favorite. My girls especially love coming here. They enjoy the diy/make your own pizza kits for kids. My youngest always loads up on the cheese while my oldest adds pepperoni. The server brings out the kit to the table and the kids put their own sauce and toppings. Once they are ready, the server takes it back to put in the pizza oven. My girls love to tell people that they know how to make pizza now.
We also ordered the Joseph's special and sauteed mussels. The pizza has pretty much everything on it but doesn't feel heavy. The mussels were cooked perfectly and had lots of flavor. The sauce is great for dipping your pizza crust in. Love this family owned business and highly recommend. It's across the street from the beach too. Perfect if you like to take walks after eating.
We also ordered the Joseph's special and sauteed mussels. The pizza has pretty much everything on it but doesn't feel heavy. The mussels were cooked perfectly and had lots of flavor. The sauce is great for dipping your pizza crust in. Love this family owned business and highly recommend. It's across the street from the beach too. Perfect if you like to take walks after eating.
DeDe Yego
Apr 14, 2022
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Walked in on a Saturday night, got seated quickly. Very nice waitress took super good care of us & delicious food arrived quickly. Everything our party of 4 ordered was "over the top" good. The garlic knots, with alfredo sauce were the stars of the show! Oh, my! So good! Just a fun, delicious place to eat.
