While the first pizzas to hit the streets of Troy may have been the traditional thick crust kind, it wasn't long before the new fashion for thin crust floated up the Hudson and took over. Troy is now known for New York-style pizza and it's pretty much the main one you'll find on most pizzeria menus. That said though there are some pizzerias in Troy who prefer to bake other styles and you can get a great Chicago-style pie as well as Sicilian deep dish and even a Philly-style on occasion. What's so great about a New York-style pizza that makes it so popular? The secret is in the base. New York-style pizza is made with super-thin dough that's been stretched out to a larger size than most traditional pies would be. While it is thinner, it doesn't crisp up when cooked but stays soft which makes it perfect for folding.

Best delivery pizza in Troy, New York

To make sure you get the best delivery pizza in Troy, call Dante's Pizzeria. Dante's love to diversify when making their pies so make sure you're specific about which type of pie you want or you might receive a surprise. It'll be a pleasant one though as all of Dante's pizzas are good no matter what shape they take or how they're cut. Dante's Pizzeria sits on the corner of Spring Avenue in a homely premises that could well have been occupied by the Addams family at some time or another. It's fronted by a concrete patio and backed by gardens where the chefs kindly leave spare food to feed the local wildlife. While there might be a raccoon or two out back, there are no beasties hiding in the kitchen, so all you'll get delivered is a pie in tip-top condition whatever style you choose to try.

Best takeout pizza in Troy, New York

Getting a slice of pie to take out is not difficult, but to get the best takeout pizza in Troy you need to stop off at I Love New York Pizza. The name says it all and these guys love their pies so much they even decorate them with flowers made from fresh basil leaves. That's definitely dedication to the art of pizza making if ever there was any. You'll find I Love New York Pizza on the city's North Greenbush Road. The pizzeria is located in premises that are not particularly eye-catching from outside and appear to be somewhat swamped by the beauty salons either side. Inside is nothing to write home about either until you reach the pie counter which will leave you with eyes opened wide. If you're not dropping in during the rush hour and they need to cook your pizza to order, you can always pop next door for a quick haircut while you wait.

Best pizza near Troy, New York

Waterford

Head just six miles north of Troy and you'll discover the town of Waterford. Waterford is situated just above the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers where they flow around the Peebles Island State Park. Summer or winter it's a super scenic spot with canals, locks, and hiking trails running through wooded areas and by waterfalls. After stretching your legs, drop in at Bella Pizza and Pasta on Broad Street for a slice of pie.

Latham

Land at Albany International Airport hungry and you can make a quick detour to Latham, a hamlet five miles west of Troy, for a pizza before continuing your journey. Paesan's Pizza is on Louden Road and as you arrive there, you'll more or less have seen most of what there is to see of the village. If you need some retail therapy after your flight, head over to Latham Farms. It's a large shopping mall and nothing to do with agriculture so you won't need your rubber boots.

Albany

Troy just head south for eight miles to Albany. In Albany, you can visit the New York State Museum, the Albany Institute of History and Art, catch a performance at The Egg, browse artworks at the Albany Center Gallery, or go shopping down Wolf Road. If all that culture and retail gives you an appetite drop in at PizzaRoni on Madison Avenue for a lunchtime pie.