Over 40 Pizzerias Gather for One Bite Pizza Fest in New York

Dave Portnoy's One Bite Pizza Festival is set to return for its third annual event on September 13, 2025, at Randall's Island Park in New York City, featuring over 40 top pizzerias from across the United States, including a strong presence from New Jersey and Connecticut. The festival offers two sessions with all-you-can-eat pizza tickets starting at $179.99, and VIP experiences available for $649.99, which include perks like open bars and early access. Attendees can enjoy a wide variety of pizza styles and an Italian Dessert Village with treats from notable bakeries. New features this year include branded experiences such as "Pizza Deserves Pepsi" and a showcase of Ninja's new 5-in-1 pizza oven. Portnoy highlights that the pizza is served authentically, just as it would be in the pizzerias' home kitchens, enhancing the festival experience for true pizza lovers. Additionally, Portnoy expressed a desire to invite Charles Barkley to the event, offering him a free VIP ticket, underscoring the festival's blend of culinary celebration and celebrity appeal.