Genova's Pizza & Pasta

40 Years of Sicilian Heritage & NY Style Pizza

Genova's Pizza & Pasta was born not only from ovens and recipes, but from a family's devotion to one another. For over 40 years, we have carried forward the flavors of our Sicilian heritage. Family traditions & recipes passed down by our Nonna. Flavors seasoned with laughter, memories, sacrifice and love.

From New York to South Carolina

From the bustling streets of New York to our new home in South Carolina, each Genova's table has been a gathering place where strangers become friends & friends become family! Our journey spans over 40 years of carrying forward the flavors of our Sicilian heritage. Our pizzas, entrees & specialties are not just meals, they are memories of generations of the past, living symbols of tradition, hope & belonging. At Genova's, every slice is a story, & every bite is a reminder that the greatest ingredient of all is family!

Our Timeline

🔴1980s Family recipes perfected in Sicily, passed down by Nonna 🔴1990s Started serving authentic Sicilian flavors in New York 🔴2000s Moved to South Carolina, bringing family traditions 🔴Today Over 40 years of family devotion and authentic flavors

Our Values

Family Devotion
Born from a family's devotion to one another. Every slice is a story, every bite is a reminder that the greatest ingredient of all is family!
Sicilian Heritage
For over 40 years, we have carried forward the flavors of our Sicilian heritage. Family traditions & recipes passed down by our Nonna.
Gathering Place
Each Genova's table has been a gathering place where strangers become friends & friends become family! Our specialties are memories of generations past.

Nikko Genova: NY-Style Pizza Expert

Born and raised in New York, Nikko grew up in his father's pizzerias throughout the New York, Long Island area. From a young age, he could be found by his dad's side learning how to stretch dough, stir sauces, and craft authentic New York-style pizza. What started as helping around the shop turned into a lifelong passion, and today Nikko proudly carries on his family's tradition. Experience & Dedication With years of hands-on experience and a true love for NY style pizza, Nikko brings that same dedication and flavor to every pie served at Genova's Pizza Myrtle Beach.

Stella Genova: The Glue That Keeps It Together

Stella joined the Genova family business in 1996, and from day one she has worn just about every hat there is to wear in a pizzeria. Today, Stella continues to bring her dedication and family spirit to every part of Genova's Pizza Family! She's the glue that keeps it together! The Heart of the Business From answering phones and greeting customers, to serving on the front line and keeping the business organized behind the scenes, Stella has always been at the heart of making each pizzeria feel like home.

Anthony Genova: Family Legacy Builder

Anthony's love for pizza began when he was just 12 years old, working in pizzerias across the Queens, Brooklyn and New York areas. By 1996, his hard work and dedication paid off and led him to open his first shop in West Hempstead, Long Island. Family Philosophy "Once he meets you, you are no longer just a friend…You become part of his FAMILY!" His passion, talent and leadership continue to inspire the entire family and every guest who walks through the door.

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