{"id":580,"date":"2025-05-02T19:20:00","date_gmt":"2025-05-03T00:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/talent24h.okdiario.com\/united-states\/?p=580"},"modified":"2025-04-29T07:54:21","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T12:54:21","slug":"the-historic-delorenzos-pizza-of-hamilton-is-back-in-business","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/talent24h.okdiario.com\/united-states\/the-historic-delorenzos-pizza-of-hamilton-is-back-in-business\/","title":{"rendered":"The historic DeLorenzo\u2019s Pizza of Hamilton is back in business"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Legendary New Jersey pizzeria returns after tax shutdown, but uncertainty looms.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

DeLorenzo\u2019s Pizza of Hamilton, an 86-year-old institution in the Garden State, reopened its doors on April 1 after being shuttered by state officials for unpaid taxes on March 11. The beloved pizzeria, known for its roots stretching back to 1938 in Trenton, faced a dramatic pause when the building at 147 Sloan Ave. was seized for \u201cfailure to comply with New Jersey tax laws.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Owner Rick DeLorenzo Jr. managed to gather roughly $20,000\u2014thanks to more than $14,000 from a GoFundMe and additional loans from friends\u2014to pay off critical debts. \u201cI have customers all over the country, and when they saw I was in trouble, they stepped in to help,\u201d DeLorenzo shared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why this long-standing local icon nearly shut down for good this spring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s no secret that taxes can bring surprises. But who would have guessed this pizzeria\u2019s lengthy history could be momentarily sidelined by unpaid bills? DeLorenzo\u2019s had to halt operations while Rick rushed to secure the necessary funds. Although he\u2019s now thrilled to resume tossing dough, lingering financial concerns remain. The pizzeria\u2019s overhead costs are currently too high, and Rick is exploring options to ensure that the doors stay open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have you ever wondered what would happen to your favorite neighborhood spot if a sudden state intervention took place? In DeLorenzo\u2019s case, local customers and faraway fans alike rallied to its rescue, highlighting the deep affection people hold for these legendary pies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below is a brief timeline of key events:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Date<\/strong><\/th>Event<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
March 11<\/td>State seizes building for unpaid taxes<\/td><\/tr>
March 28<\/td>Reopening plan announced on Facebook<\/td><\/tr>
April 1<\/td>DeLorenzo\u2019s Pizza reopens after fundraising<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The shop\u2019s legacy resonates beyond Hamilton. Patrons fondly remember the original location in Trenton, and many credit the restaurant\u2019s old-school recipes for making it a cornerstone of New Jersey\u2019s pizza culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How joint-use with a cannabis dispensary could shape this pizzeria\u2019s future in Hamilton<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A cannabis dispensary application was approved before the tax issue unfolded, proposing a shared building with DeLorenzo\u2019s. \u201cI can\u2019t afford to stay there,\u201d Rick admitted, underscoring the steep overhead. By potentially splitting operational costs with Vision Cannabis, the pizzeria hopes to remain at its current location. Otherwise, it may move elsewhere in Hamilton Township. Could this partnership be the lifeline that preserves this historic spot?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the meantime, the pizzeria continues to serve its iconic thin-crust pies. DeLorenzo\u2019s loyal clientele appreciates the return of a family-run place that has been perfecting pizza for nearly nine decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some key points to remember:<\/p>\n\n\n\n