Barstool Pizza Review - Lillo's Tomato Pies (Hainesport, NJ) Bonus Cheesesteak Review

[@jjns3991624]

Thanking the staff is a baller move. Wish more owners acted like this.

[@PorkRolSanwich]

What a guy! Way to represent Hainesport. The staff has always been amazing at Lillo’s and when you meet the owner you understand why. One of the last times I was there, he helped me carry my food to my car. Continued success!

[@bmagaziner]

Thank the staff is a bump huzzah

[@skankhunt434]

People tend to do things like that whenever they're on camera

[@Sprite_525]

@@skankhunt434 I’ve never seen that happen in this channel tho, that’s probably why OP is mentioning it. Usually the owner just says “thanks” then gives a tour of the place & gives the backstory.

[@kirkdavis2881]

Dave hates his staff

[@MIgardener]

This pizza review will change their business forever. What a humble deserving guy.

[@arnisbole7821]

Did you even watch the review they already said they been packed b4 Dave even tried it it’s not like the place was dead and it will change his life by bringing in customers

[@JackTorrance333]

@@arnisbole7821 stop. Just stop.

[@ahhason]

Hey man!! Let me get some kelp plz! PLZ!!!

[@itisnotmeMARCO]

You know a lot about well-run small businesses, Luke

[@arnisbole7821]

@@JackTorrance333 stop about what he literally said in the review the place has been packed

[@TheOnlyMcCloy]

What a lovely owner, genuinely so appreciative and even though he was there for the score, didn't intimidate one bit. Glad for the good score, the cheese steak looked amazing!

[@Smokesteve]

Agreed good dude

[@-KYUSS-]

Agree. The only reason he was there for the score was because Dave called for him. Great family.

[@wizcorn9958]

My buddies and I were just wondering if you still thought the cheese steak looked amazing?

[@Geno2733]

There's actually STEAK on that sandwich

[@JustSomeRandomGuyOnYouTube]

The cheesesteak is the the truth!!!

[@hefudgedafrog]

Dave is the most lovable d-bag in the world. Impossible to hate the guy. Growing up I had parents who ran a small business like this, you could see how much it meant to them because owners like this guy have that exact same passion - Prez doing the rounds and keeping these places in business and promoting them for free is such a great thing to do.

[@Geno2733]

He redeemed himself when he started the barstool fund for the little mom and pop joints. I can't forgive him for the score he gave Beto's, though.

[@SonGokuuuuuuu]

Anti union btw

[@danmack8456]

He makes $

[@puppystaffordshire2123]

100% Dave's the coolest fuckin guy for doing these reviews 👌🏼

[@lloydchapman5392]

@@SonGokuuuuuuu Barstool could not exist with a union. Not to say they're a bad employer but union culture would not allow the growth to happen.

[@rkid727]

One of the best and most humble owners I’ve seen on these reviews. Class family.

[@whitelight6621]

Yea ok that pizza is disgusting I just literally bought one and got in car it was soggy floppy greasy and the sauce 🤢🤮🤮🤮

[@mattz5275]

@white light you're capping 🤣 Pizza is bomb, and the cheese steaks are legit AF. The cheese they use is top quality, meaning it's not greasy. Yes I'm a huge fan of Lilos

[@whitelight6621]

@@mattz5275 well maybe someone else made mine it. Was full of grease couldn't even pick it up and why in the world would I lie?!! It's a pizza

[@mikepacitti524]

I went in there today and the owner and staff were amazing! They kept thanking us for Coming in and we’re all just super thankful to Anyone who Came in❤

[@ebitdareadthebook1535]

Dave just changed their lives. This moment right here has effected that family more than any other event will.

[@teej626]

They are mad busy now as it is. They usually sell out of everything by 6pm. Love this place.

[@mackl5035]

Hahaha either that’s really funny or you are out of your gourd…

[@michaelbrewer3814]

lmao you all gas this up too much. Have you never seen someone have a child? A good pizza season is great but the bar you guys have for life changing events is goofy.

[@kubrickedup405]

are you for real lol

[@briannickel6813]

Looks like they were on the map already.

[@thescand]

Oh man, these guys are about to get SWAMPED. Excellent scores and loveliest owners. They deserve what's coming their way!

[@teej626]

They are already swamped. Now it will be close to impossible. Amazing place.

[@BRG64]

Might have to open another one eh?

[@Just_Pele]

@@BRG64 Yep, that's what you do.

[@whitelight6621]

Don't waste your money I just did it's disgusting and looks NOTHING like the pizza he has

[@PAWGmoth]

@@whitelight6621 wait ur literally took the time to shit talk this place in multiple different comment replies. ur a psycho istg 🤣

[@Astrohhh]

I love that owner so frickin much. Dude deserves every ounce of success he's about to get.. and I hope he gets a lot of it. What a humble and genuine guy. Dave is out here changing people's lives and I love it.

[@IanGacek]

"It isn't about the owner, it's everybody you surround yourself with, and without them we are nothing" What a great owner, seriously. 10/10.

[@mattz5275]

Even better in person

[@judasx78]

Been here a bunch of times, the owner is always like that. Comes around, says hello to everyone, asks how everything is. He’s a humble guy who loves what he does and does absolutely value his staff.

[@TheMindfulHomestead]

One huge score tomato pie and a great story to boot. Lillo’s is about to get real busy.

[@dougismakis4828]

ya gonna regret getting these huge scores...lol. Or maybe not. Gonna be insane busy either way.

[@chrism992]

@@dougismakis4828 place was jammin already, she said they were selling out, gonna have to up those numbers now.

[@dougismakis4828]

@@chrism992 Id imagine.

[@christopherranieriranieri9870]

Already insane busy before the score

[@dougismakis4828]

@@christopherranieriranieri9870 Glad to see good things happen to deserving ppl. Warms my cold heart.

[@toyman70]

We've eaten here quite often and the pizza and cheesesteaks are nothing but top notch exceptional. It did look like they went extra meat on Dave's steak though.

[@bawcesauce8071]

You can't help but love these people. Their passion and authenticity are beyond dispute. Thanks for giving them a hell of a score they deserve it. Cheers to you Dave.

[@Banshee409]

If the score wasn’t enough, this owner’s humility and reverence for the craft makes him a must see. Next time I’m in Jersey, they’ll be getting my business.

[@saunterrrr]

Not only is the video gonna make business go up. But this guy is so humble, smart and kind. That's really gonna draw the crowd

[@teej626]

They're already packed every day, selling out of food before closing time. It's an amazing place.

[@AmazingChinaToday]

That bread on the cheesesteak looks ridiculously good. Fresh bakery stuff, never touched a plastic bag.

[@WhiskeyMyersour]

First thing I noticed. That bread is bakery fresh legitimate.

[@josephseeger3331]

​@WhiskeyMyersour whats crazy is i just had a cheesesteak tonight and it literally doesnt compare to what im witnessing right now, that bread is a5 right there

[@lowstaar]

You see the chef and you already know its going to be a good pizza

[@wizcorn9958]

I’m blind so I can’t see the chef…..I’m offended

[@keanurives8724]

@@wizcorn9958 hes a very tall big man

[@BBCBOY919]

White socks black crocs equals fantastic chef, everyone knows the rules

[@keanurives8724]

@RED FACED He uses text to speech

[@strobelightgaming1559]

Crocs means he’s here to bust out some food 😂

[@aprev039]

They didn’t need Portnoy. They were already busy when they sold out of dough and cheesesteaks almost everyday. But this just takes them to the moon. Great review.

[@blessingdanjuma6857]

☝️Congratulations!!! Acknowledge your prize 🏅.

[@mikeskulsky]

Live by here now. I've had almost all of the big name cheesesteak places. This place is my #1. Their pizza is incredible too. Sad that this review is going to make it tougher to get, but very happy for them. The owners are the nicest people you'll ever meet.

[@whitelight6621]

Well I just got one I'm local and. It SUCKED I wish I could post the picture it's greasy soggy floppy awful I had my hopes up and was let down

[@emailitzs641]

Stop writing comments trying to burn their business you’re probably a rival business that makes dirty pizza lol

[@PAWGmoth]

@@whitelight6621 another one! white light why did you go through every comment and spend like 2 hours of ur life talking shit about this pizza place? this is what serial killers do before they go all in and murder 10 ppl lmfao

[@saltylad6513]

This is an all time review. Loved seeing the chef get emotional when the story was being told, shows how amazing these people are. 8.4 and a 9.1 will bring them well deserved success

[@SchnoogansMcDuff]

Salt of the earth. Seem like really nice genuine people. I really enjoy the longer episodes where Dave shoots the breeze with people. Good pizza or bad it's always fun to see the interactions.

[@Bumblebee7113]

9 minute review? You know it's gonna be solid

[@srsieg1155]

Missed these

[@pepeboy234]

I love Dave's extended reviews and extra interactions with the peopel. Reviews like this, solidifies Dave's significance and value.

[@gbone2636]

Makes total sense that guy is baked. So genuinely happy and grateful. Suspiciously positive.

[@-KYUSS-]

Always a good day when the review is 9 minutes. Plus how can you not love this family.

[@Speculite]

The staff seem very kind and appreciative. Always love to see a hard working establishment get recognition. 🙌

[@reviewforthetube6485]

Lillo didn't realize what an 8.4 is lol. He seemed dissappinted at first but 8.4 is amazing.

[@AudiS8]

8.4 is a massive score, let's go NJ!!!

[@reviewforthetube6485]

@@danielhollingsworth3701 probably thought it would be a 9 haha but yeah only a fee places get into that shouldn't be betting on 9s lol if he knew anything about Dave he should know that ain't a safe bet haha

[@TheOriginalArchie]

I kind of thought the same thing at first, but then the dude knew about Dave and the Punch Bar lore, which is something only fans would know. He even said the score didn't matter, he just wanted Dave to like it. So he definitely knew, he's just a humble dude that doesn't gloat. If Dave scored it a 7 or a 9, they would have had the same reaction.

[@Eskey__]

How is everything ranked? I know 8.4 is a really high score but I just don’t know how he scores stuff.

[@westnblu]

@@Eskey__ well.. its not science trust me. haha

[@TheMillennialGardener]

2:40 he isn’t saying “odds.” He is saying, “I got agita.” “Agita” is what Italians say when we’re stressed out so much that it is giving us heartburn or an upset stomach. He’s saying he’s so nervous about the score you’re giving him heartburn. My grandma used to say this every single day for something 😂

[@leafster1337]

lol

[@RobbisTV]

Dave's clearly never seen The Sopranos

[@Movetheproduct]

you are wrong gardener, lol

[@rustyshackleford2934]

@@Movetheproduct he's not. agita is exactly what the guy said and means indigestion.

[@Movetheproduct]

@@rustyshackleford2934 So, according to you he is saying "I got Agita (indigestion) with a buddy". LOL, you must be kidding me lil bro

[@jtmck9811]

As a local.. so happy for the owners they’re very deserving of the recognition. Also as a local… damn you Dave now my favorite spot is gonna sell out even earlier everyday

[@whitelight6621]

As a local like me you know the truth that pizza is awful and does not look like that one they showed

[@PAWGmoth]

@@whitelight6621 i found another one! this white light guy has been replying to a ton of comments just to talk shit about this place. do not trust his judgment. he's displaying the behaviour of a crazy person lmao

[@tekepenguin1981]

The more of these I watch the more I'm convinced Dave does People reviews, not just pizza reviews. I really enjoy the reviews of places that have good food and even better people/owners. This dude made me want to work for him, seem like a solid guy with an incredible pie.

[@RonnieJamesOsbourne]

One, loveable owner, with monster scores, everyone knows they deserve it 💯

[@jesuschrist194]

Yo this guy is legit, he looks like a real humble good man with a bomb ass pizza and I don't even like tomato pies too much but that looked incredible, love the people and the story, also best friend Mike made me chuckle with his heavy handed affection to the owner haha, great review great tshirt, keep it up Dave!

[@4309chris]

you're back?

[@teej626]

So happy this place is only 10 minutes from me. Excellent pizza and the best cheesesteak I've ever had - and I've had a lot lol.

[@FuryForged]

lol, At 2:40 he said, "I got agita, buddy" not "I got odds with a buddy." xD Agita is American Italian slang for upset stomach.

[@MrKevin486]

They got cheese steak too? I'd be there 2 or 3 times a week if I lived near it. You can tell this place is legit. And the owner is super humble nice guy. Great place.

[@rabblerouser7982]

I love people like these folks. They genuinely want to bring their tradition to others, and fine tune every detail.

[@Matthew36959]

Love this owner. Salt of the earth type of people. 🙏

[@chrisderossett5389]

when it comes to pure, true Prez style spots reviews ... 10/10 . dude is all about the history, quality, etc.

[@matt-lang]

Ultimate thanksgiving episode, those owners thanked everyone possible that's a humble pair of owners right there. Mad respect!

[@blessingdanjuma6857]

☝️Congratulations!!! Acknowledge your prize 🏅

[@Lakhaj90]

Now this was one of my all time favourite reviews. What an amazing owner! They deserve every success

[@derpking356]

I've worked front of the house, back of the house,line,grill,etc. The owner is a FUCKING CLASS ACT! for giving his employees props Without good help even Johns the Bleecker would be a 2.7 I will definitely try this guys joint if I'm within 50 miles! Congratulations on the score!

[@kokotxa]

this has gotta be one of my favorite reviews so far. the owners seem so humble. I'm flying to Boston next month, but might have to take the 4 hour drive down to try those pizzas and cheese steaks!

[@vicvinegar1194]

I live in the area of this place. The owners and staff are nothing short of fantastic. I’ve been pushing for him to come here for a while . Regardless so glad you received such a respectable score. Couldn’t think of more deserving people. Thank you elpres for putting them on the 🗺️. These are some of the nicest people I’ve ever met. Especially in a restaurant setting.

[@freedomstar3814]

That is one cool owner , you can tell he respects all of his workers like they are family !

[@tjshat5635]

Love a wholesome review, that guy deserves all the success, 10x.

[@kevinhayes1975]

One of the best reviews ever. Love it… Brilliant back story and provenance with Dave at his absolute best. Best of luck to this family from Ireland.

[@supegdaking]

Hope this business blows up hard, good to see a family working together and being happy doing so.

[@wizcorn9958]

You want it to blow up? Are you making a threat to call in a bomb scare?

[@johnevans8553]

Now that's one of the best reviews Prez has done in a long time. Mad props to the owner even though he was outside for the review he and his wife didn't put any intimidating influence on the overall score. I was born in Trenton and will always remember as a little kid the corner bakery and pizza joints....it was very different 50+ yrs ago

[@CRAAZYpants2]

These are the reviews that keep us tuning in

[@dougr1629]

It is truly unbelievable what this does for peoples lives when Dave happens to pop in. The pure joy you see in these peoples faces. 🍕

[@campblood87]

I ate there back in August the north jersey version of the tomato pie was okay, the cheesesteak was awesome and the staff was amazing giving little cups of complimentary ice cream to all the kids in the restaurant it’s very important to have service like that.. it keeps the customers coming and long relationships down the road.

[@DrRynsta]

Genuinely humble owner, thanking his staff and his customers, class act. I hope he's ready for his business to quadruple.

[@thatanimalblundetto7010]

I'm local to this pizzeria, since this review has gone up, the restaurant has been busy non stop! They've been shutting down the kitchen for hours at a time to give the staff a break and give the kitchen a clean. Happy a quality pizzeria is getting the business it deserves!

[@sts3884]

Great new he deserves it. So humble and genuine.

[@scottgollahon3681]

I'm VERY happy for that man. He seems to be kind and genuine glad to see him succeed

[@ryanboutr7756]

This was a great pizza review, all around. I give it a 8.7 all day. Solid

[@winstonzeb2842]

As a guy that grew up in Philly and tried all the spots, Curly’s in Levittown, PA (15min from Trenton) makes the best cheesesteak hands down! Their mac and cheese is life changing too! Go on a work day (not during lunch) they’re always packed and crazy backed up with orders.

[@da60586]

The owner deserves everything good that's coming his way.

[@whitelight6621]

Not t

[@Gmind23]

One of my favorite reviews. I'm sure it was a breath of fresh air for Dave to run into these humble down to earth human beings. Really warms my heart.

[@quarterbackin3262]

That pizza looks delicious and that cheese steak look fire!

[@travisbruno1988]

This was the best review ive seen so far. The people are a very important part of the whole thing and they were just all respect and sweet as pie. Thanks Dave we appreciate you bud

[@ariea3860]

9 minutes, it’s gonna be a good one, you know the deal

[@brendanevans4225]

This owner is an incredible guy. Got amazing reviews and proceeded to thank his staff, then shouted out 3 other local businesses that sold the same thing he does. Makes you smile to see that in your community

[@masonmcconnell9375]

that pie and cheesesteak both looked amazing and got the scores they deserved everybody knows the rules

[@trevormarcray]

Great review Dave. Sometimes you just get these wonderful people who can also cook like it's no one's business... What a combo.

[@chrisphallheatlover9848]

This is what a true 8,4 looks like, And great owners and history 👏

[@blessingdanjuma6857]

☝️Congratulations!!! Acknowledge your prize 🏅

[@Elisa-mi7mt]

Just left there. I drove an hour to go. Omg so worth the drive. All I say is 👌🏻 outstanding. I had their mustard pie, meatball sandwich and cheesesteak all were delicious, but the best part is the owners and their staff. I am so happy I took the drive.

[@sportsfan101990]

Cheesesteaks are phenomenal love this place!

[@Rounddaclock44]

The Trenton shout outs make my heart shout🤗🤗🤗I grew up with this pizza, and the Italians of Chambersburg were always friendly and the food was stupendous 🤗🤗

[@TisBoiGoTSkiLLz]

I love when you can call the scores before Dave does lmao.

[@roklucaj]

I love to see these family-owned businesses thrive. Especially pizza shops! Big props to Dave for supporting and bringing notoriety to these small businesses!

[@gino423]

Sad but the female owner passed away last week..RIP

[@cmz5847]

The registered nurse lady? Wtf

[@gino423]

@@cmz5847 yep

[@briannickel6813]

This was the best review start to finish I have seen, none of the bs, good people, Dave wasn't overly negative for once....

[@blessingdanjuma6857]

☝️Congratulations!!! Acknowledge your prize 🏅

[@gmc8550]

Sadly the wife just passed away

[@williammahon520]

My wife is from Hainesport, I am from Willingboro, which is basically the next town over. Lived in Rancocas Woods (about 100 yards from this new joint) before moving to Florida 15 years ago. Today is the first time I have ever considered moving back. As soon as you held up that slice I knew I was missing out on heaven. That is one good looking pie!!! You will be my first stop off the plane next time I visit home.

[@margotrobinson943]

I live in a log can in RW. Bought it two years ago and absolutely love living here. Great location.

[@dwcc789]

Love the dude did like a full acceptance speech

[@aaroncoles2433]

Solid Pizza review. That cheesesteak score blew me away. I’m happy for this guy. This review really changed the game for him. God Bless.🙏🏾

[@claykemper7193]

Yes, El Presidente said "this is great cheescake."(7:13) So, we will simply consider this as his first cheescake review.

[@johncampbell9107]

Wow best review in a long time. Wishing that family all the success in the world and hope to stop by there myself someday

[@123rwnp]

Love the shot at Angelo’s, always remain humble. Never know when it’ll come back to you.

[@twistedtiger9657]

Thank you Dave, for what you do for us regular folks. Everywhere you go to, it makes the business much better. 🍀✌️👍👍👍

[@basedgod8636]

When he started thanking everyone I got so happy you can tell hes a good dude

[@NicholasSantangeloDrummer]

The owner is the best. Knows his stuff. Thanking his workers & staff, dropping Italian phrases like agita & minca, & shouting out Philips. 23rd & Passyunk. GOATed

[@johnh5960]

Love his friend in the back always pumping him up, that's love

[@80sruler]

You enjoyed it and thats what warms my heart - that says it all

[@theojanzon]

Amazing, one of the best reviews I’ve seen

[@blxxdwxrk]

going to philly in april, 100% gonna stop here and give this man my buisness. what a stand up dude

[@doosworld1901]

We need more types of food reviews on the future when you are finished pizza. This is also a great way to encourage restaurants to up their game. Keep it up.

[@meitomiyazaki9848]

every time dave does another review it makes me crave more pizza lol love the content

[@christiansullivan94]

Loved this review! Awesome owners/staff.. I’m really happy for them, especially considering Dave wasn’t even planning on stopping by their spot.. The pizza & cheese steak looked amazing as well 🔥

[@bfordLA]

This is basically the only remaining use for the internet best review ever

[@ajmack82]

Been going there since right after they opened. One of my top two spots in South Jersey.

[@ljpace1]

What humble people. Going thru NJ, I would love to stop in visit these people anytime

[@uniquename82]

I've been to this place after it got shown by JL Jupiter, and it's a great spot. I like the pizza a lot, but it's definitely the cheesesteak that is to die for! Both are great though, and the owner really is just like this, goes around, greeting people, asking how their food was, and just radiates good guy vibes.

[@ronford1086]

That owner is a solid dude!! Respectful honest and appreciative I’m glad this review is going to elevate his business and his people.

[@johnnyt316]

Between the pizza and the cheesesteak, holy s***, both of those looked absolutely beautiful. Damn

[@Hellboy700]

Love these kind of reviews where the owners/proprietors are cool, down-to-earth people making food they love to share. Great score on the pizza and the cheesesteak El Prez.

[@blueeyedcowboy8291]

Favorite owner of all-time! Such an amazing guy. Thanks, Dave, for giving him time. Great review.

[@phillipl2267]

Damn it Dave, bless you and these good folks. Good food and good people are truly things to be grateful for.

[@thomascatification]

When I head for Philadelphia this spring, I'm going to eat several cheesesteaks. My "must-haves" are (already tried JRP and loved it...): - Angelo's - Curly's - Lillo's There are others I would like to try, like Mama's Meatballs and Oh Brother!, but if my girlfriend gets sick of them and puts the kabosh on my cheesesteak exploits prematurely, I will try those three. And a Schmitter. I really, really want to try the Schmitter at McNally's (right?).

[@MrYutbe57]

might be one of the first times the great score wont be the thing that bumps their business this guys humility and professional pride and passion comes through so much. I hope his success lasts for decades!