About Jet's Pizza — New York's Handcrafted Pizza Since 2010
Jet's pizza was born from a passion for bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and the belief that every slice should tell a story. From a small Chelsea kitchen to one of New York's most beloved jets pizza destinations, we've been crafting memories one pie at a time.
Our Roots
From a Single Oven to a New York Institution
It all started with founder Marco Jimenez and a wood-fired oven in the back of a tiny Chelsea space. Marco's grandmother had passed down her Neapolitan dough recipe — one that called for patience, heritage flour, and a 48-hour cold fermentation. That recipe became the foundation of what would become Jet's pizza.
Word spread quickly. Lines formed before we even opened. New Yorkers recognized something real — a jets pizza experience that didn't cut corners, didn't freeze dough, and didn't compromise on quality. Today, we serve hundreds of pies daily from our flagship location at 120 9th Ave, and we're prouder than ever of every single one.
- 48-hour cold-fermented dough, every single day
- San Marzano tomatoes imported directly from Italy
- Fresh mozzarella sourced from local NY dairies
- Wood-fired ovens at 850°F for the perfect char
Why We Exist
Our Mission
Every decision we make — from sourcing to baking to delivery — is guided by three simple pillars.
Real Ingredients
We never compromise on what goes into our pies. Every topping is sourced fresh, every sauce is made in-house, and every crust is crafted from scratch. No shortcuts, no fillers.
Community First
We're a New York restaurant, through and through. We hire locally, source locally where possible, and give back to the Chelsea neighborhood that gave us our start.
Consistent Excellence
Whether it's your first slice or your five hundredth, every Jet's pizza pie should be the best one you've ever had. That standard never wavers, no matter how busy we get.
Our Journey
14 Years of Jet's Pizza History
From a humble oven to a New York landmark — here's how we grew.
2010
The First Oven Is Lit
Marco Jimenez opens Jet's pizza at 120 9th Ave, Chelsea. Armed with his grandmother's Neapolitan dough recipe and a secondhand wood-fired oven, he serves his first pies to a line stretching half a block.
2012
Best Pizza in Chelsea — NY Eater
Just two years in, Jet's pizza earns "Best Pizza in Chelsea" from NY Eater. The recognition puts us on the map and draws food lovers from across all five boroughs.
2015
Delivery Launch & Online Ordering
We launch our first delivery service, bringing jets pizza straight to New Yorkers' doors. Our online ordering platform goes live, and within the first week we process over 500 delivery orders.
2018
Team Expansion & Chef Partnership
We partner with James Beard Award nominee Chef Elena Russo to expand our seasonal specials menu. Our team grows to 35 staff, all committed to the same obsessive quality standards Marco started with.
2021
Sustainability Initiative
Jet's pizza launches its zero-waste initiative — compostable packaging, sourcing from regenerative farms, and eliminating single-use plastics across all operations. We reduce our carbon footprint by 40% in year one.
2024
200,000 Pies & Beyond
We celebrate serving our 200,000th pizza pie. With catering services now reaching across the tri-state area and a 4.9-star average rating, Jet's pizza shows no signs of slowing down.
The People Behind the Pies
Meet Our Team
Every great pizza starts with a passionate person. Here are the faces who make Jet's pizza what it is.
Marco Jimenez
Founder & Head Pizzaiolo
Marco's grandmother's Neapolitan recipe started it all. With 20+ years of dough craft, he's the heart and soul of every Jet's pizza pie.
Elena Russo
Executive Chef
James Beard nominee and seasonal specials architect. Elena brings Italian culinary school training and a fearless creative instinct to every new menu.
David Park
Operations Manager
David keeps every moving part of Jet's pizza running like clockwork — from supply chain to delivery logistics. If a pie arrives on time, it's probably David's doing.
Sofia Chen
Head of Catering & Events
Sofia has brought Jet's pizza to over 300 corporate and private events across the tri-state area. No event is too big or too small for her meticulous planning.
What We Stand For
The Values That Drive Every Slice
Ingredient Integrity
We read every label, visit every farm, and hold every supplier to the same standard we hold ourselves. What goes in always comes out in the taste.
Craftsmanship Over Speed
We proof our dough for 48 hours. We hand-stretch every crust. We never rush a pizza because we know you'll taste the difference when we do.
Sustainable Practices
From compostable packaging to regenerative farm partnerships, we're committed to serving great food without costing the planet more than it can afford.
New York Proud
This city made us who we are. We hire from the community, give back through local initiatives, and make pizza that's worthy of the greatest city in the world.
