Ray Santiago: Sally's Apizza Quality Control

Meet Ray Santiago, Sally's Quality Control and Head Trainer. Ray has been making pizza at Sally's in New Haven, CT since 1973, and plays a pivotal role in passing on the Sally's way to perpetuate the legacy of our founders, Sal and Flo Consiglio.

[@DMG118]

I went to America on a holiday and took an almost 3 hour train from New York to New Haven just to visit Sally's. It was well worth it! Much love from Ireland!

[@space1104]

Legendary story, I worked at a dominos as a dayshift manager riding the make line solo everyday 5-6 days a week for 4 years in college. No where near the experience these guys at Sally's have but I had to live by Ray's saying "making it right the first time takes less time than having to remake it." I probably prepared/cut tens of thousands of pizzas in those four years but nowhere the probably millions of pies that Ray's seen. from a past pizzaiolo to a legend still in the game my respect for Ray is over the charts. Pizza is pizza but good pizza is an entirely different story and great pizza is a master craft, thanks for everything you've done and continue to do Ray.

[@aspjake123]

Thinking about flying from Seattle to New Haven to get a slice or ten of Sally's. God bless you Ray for keeping the passion alive.

[@sallysapizza]

We’ll be waiting for you 😁👍

[@user-dd8xn9wm7u]

Thank you Ray and the rest of the staff at Sally’s. You all take good care of us. I’ll see you Friday.

[@Marco-fn6kg]

love the respect he had for his old boss nothing but wonderful words

[@Tain950]

From my experience Italians love Puerto Ricans. They’re 2 nationalities that you wouldn’t expect to have such incredible chemistry and similar sense of humor. That’s probably what we’re seeing here with a guy as loyal as Ray Santiago.

[@cjaquilino]

I’m Puerto Rican and Italian, specifically Napoletan. I make pizza. Nice to see the camaraderie between Ray, Sally, and the Consiglio family.

[@cardbored_]

Such a heartwarming story. It really does contribute to the overall experience and quality of product and it shows! ❤🍕

[@jamescooke4847]

drove 2hrs,waited 1 hr outside,1 hour inside to get a pie....was worth it....god bless you people.

[@jpbanksnj]

Ray rocks! From starting at the very bottom to making sure the legacy is continued. Priceless individual.

[@dannyski173]

Drove from West Virginia to eat here. Was blessed with conversation from Ray too! I experienced this 17 years ago and yesterday I gave my wife that opportunity. Amazing as always! Thanks Sally’s and thank you Ray!

[@MiningBlock]

Incredible view into the back end of Sallys, never saw something like this like I have for some places like Modern - Sallys is always too busy to dine in at haha. Ray seems like an amazing pizza artist and at the end of the day is what makes New Haven pizza the best in the world! If there's one thing that makes New Haven pizza spots great it's always the experienced chefs in the kitchen. I've seen interviews with chefs from Modern, Zupps, Pepe's, and now Sally's and every single one of them seem like stand up people just out there making incredible pizza - and yes, lets hope you do go another 40 years Ray, best of luck!

[@bigvito69]

I'll give ya a view of my back end

[@heatison11]

Love his quality assurance with the clam chowder

[@phyton-on140fps8]

Wow! You can say I’m exaggerating but couple of tears came down my cheek.. the words that ray had for sally are something else. Real proof that good bosses and most importan good people live forever.. keep it up Santiago! I’m sure sally is watching all from above proud of what you have become.! Cheers from South America.. Imma be there sooner or later trying that amazing looking pizza 🍕

[@mikepalmieri3375]

He is so on point having worked pizza places and been involved in a family restaurant business it is hard LABOR VERY HARD LABOR. BUT SOMETHING YOU LOVE TO DO AND YOU HAVE TOO TO DOIT. Great guy great pizza. It is also very hard to maintain his up beat spirit and sense of humor.

[@SAMZIRRA]

If more Men were like this at their jobs and at home, the World would be a better place.❤

[@davidpalmer7175]

Yesterday, Got there when it opened... got the plain tomato pie with a Foxon Park Kola(local soda company). The sauce was natural with ample coverage... no dough peeking through it. Grated cheese at the table (the real parmesan, not the cheap powdered crap you buy by the truck load)... I was in heaven. The most basic form of Apizza you can get.

[@nobodynobody6546]

Awesome story! Great history!

[@Robert-yx5nm]

How has this not blown up yet? Nice work guys!

[@Seegie16]

What do you mean? Everyone knows about sallys and new haven pizza in general. Its blown the fuck up! So much that pepes has chains in malls now, which sucks btw and cheapens it

[@user-vy4xx2qp3d]

It's just pizza

[@TheBreaksFB]

Well done Ray!!! Pride will always win in the long run!! You are changing those boys lives!!

[@boating_on_a_budget6026]

I drive sometimes 3 hours just to get this pizza at the original location. It’s worth it every single time. Very rarely do you go to a restaurant for the “experience” but Sallys is the exception. The pizza is unbelievable, the atmosphere is incredible. Sallys will forever be the best damn pizza joint in the USA. I also recommend you try their cannoli pie… it is to die for.

[@spsmonktoo]

You, Sir, are a national treasure!

[@ZachJenkins]

Dave d’Portni: a good Italian boy. Taking a trip from Philly to Bar Harbor at the end of the month. Can’t wait to stop here on the way. Looks great!

[@williamtaylor5193]

Pride and passion. Well done Ray!

[@sunwolf6228]

Thank you RAY!!

[@JeewanthaBandara]

It's among the three best pizza I had in my life. The other two are De Lorenzo's in Robbinsville, NJ and Angelo's Pizzeria in Philadelphia, PA. I love them all the same.

[@tenshyun]

71 subs, 4.3k views.. this channel deserves more than that to be honest. love from Netherlands.

[@gleamtarrest6310]

There is nothing better than a good Pizza joint, Hotdog joint or a BBQ joint! Madd Respect for the tradition!

[@sandyvalentin3072]

What a great video .. I’m from Chicago and I’ve had a lot of pizza from different places but if I’m ever in New Haven I’m definitely going there 👍👍

[@ramencurry6672]

I love Chicago hotdog

[@nuce79]

Great f!@#$%g video. Sally's Apizza f!@#$%g legendary.

[@Kariakas]

it's amazing the impact One Bite Reviews has done for these places.

[@Pia-til.]

Great respect for you Mr Santiago. Keep it traditional. Old school. Teach those kids so they can inspire the next generation.

[@rdcruick]

Fantastic video

[@MrKillerakos]

I would travel all the way from Greece to try Sally's Apizza! Beautiful New Haven and spectacular pizza! Dave Portnoy sent me

[@greg2142]

Great mini doc!

[@jingleton89]

This video deserves way more love. Amazing watch

[@sim-motion1228]

Ray should be so proud! I want to be like Ray.

[@MistaZipps]

discovered you through Dave portnoy and his review. just need you to know that that 9.2 is about as 10 as you can get. there are a couple tens out there but often the only apprehension from Dave going higher is that he's not sure if he's setting the bar too high so that no one else can compete. you are doing a fantastic job and the public loves what you're doing. can't wait to try it someday!

[@sallysapizza]

Appreciate it. He revised his rankings in February 2022. We were his #1 of all time.

[@rons5059]

@@sallysapizza and deserved. Made the pilgrimage from Mich last month and it was incredible. This stupid video made me beyond hungry despite just having dinner

[@chrisbarr9990]

Really amazing video and story! Can’t wait to visit

[@user-hd2yx7bv3m]

If you every get an employee like Ray, never allow him to leave. Stand in the doorway if you have to. Compensate him and make him family.

[@cmsense8193]

I’m glad I had Sally’s back in the early 90’s. Can’t wait to try it now and see the difference

[@HunterMAdamsOfficial]

Fantastic video, I live in CT and have yet to get myself over to Sally's. Gonna have to do it very soon after watching this video.

[@apollovizsla]

I am ashamed to admit that I have never been to Sally's, even though I live 28 miles north of New Haven! I hardly ever go anywhere in that direction, but I am definitely going to go now! I have been to Pepe's twice with two different people who were set on going there but when we stopped to ask a construction guy for directions to Pepe's, he told us that he preferred Sally's, but my friend was already set on Pepe's. My first job was making pizza and setting up a salad bar in Pennsylvania and I loved it! I am still working as a cook, but it is taking a toll on my body. I have worked in restaurants, factories, offices and nursing home kitchens and the only coworkers that I have kept in contact with are the ones from my food service jobs! There is a strong bond and it's a lot of hard work, but the people who you work with are like family and there is a connection like no other! I would love to work with Ray! We need more of the old school employees who take pride in their work!

[@jorgeb4963]

Love it! Thats dedication and passion for your craft! Im gonna be in Connecticut this summer, definitely gonna stop here.. cant wait!

[@lilaznballaz1022]

This is art and deserves more views

[@user-du7sy5sd7j]

I worked For Lucas Pizza in Mcallen Texas as a kid. I made the Stromboli and calzone. Also worked for Dominoes, and Papa John's delivery. Now. 8 year pizziolo. My own recipes and place. Make it Great. And Be The Great. As you can be. 😅❤

[@Jose-sf7es]

that's a work of art indeed

[@HBeretta]

Ray you're the man...much respect! God bless Sally's.

[@jonaspundzius4995]

Sending love all the way from London 🇬🇧 big up, hope to come to states and try it myself

[@thebigmoo]

Great video! Thanks man

[@joshuasingh2449]

Dope video

[@synatrabeatz5437]

amazing video!

[@donnydelatte5180]

So cool! From port Neches tx (1.5 hours from Houston) and got the pleasure of going to this national treasure in feb 2022. Great place

[@FireQueBBQ]

Great story, can't wait to try it some day

[@warchortle6892]

I’m from D.C. and we already have a trip planned to visit you all later this year!

[@nicholaslandolina]

Dudes a beast

[@scbc4838]

Was there today. Saw Ray. Tomato pie with garlic and anchovies! Superb!

[@katharinebuckman2815]

Excellent!

[@jimmy2thymes916]

Sally's is a bucket list food for me. I live in MN and have been planning out a food tour of Rhode Island down to New Haven.

[@puredistancegolf]

Great video. I gotta get here.

[@lbcoach2295]

I got a lot of respect for Ray. Earning his way. Love it. I'm on long island....im embarrassed to say I've never driven to Connecticut to grab Sally's Apizza

[@xctkillaprodigyx2586]

Come on down my friend. I'm in West haven and I enjoy Sally's once a week. You won't be disappointed

[@lbcoach2295]

@@xctkillaprodigyx2586 that good huh? I'm dying to try it

[@rranni]

​@@lbcoach2295 I drove from LI to New Haven today, sadly it wasn't worth it for me. The pizza was bland :( I was so disappointed. Sauce was good, it was Savory. Crust was thin and had a great char. But it had no flavor. Definitely go and try it and see for yourself though. I'll be back in New Haven to try Zup's, Frank Pepe, Bar, all the others.....

[@lbcoach2295]

@@rranni no kidding that sucks. I'm in Mt. Sinai. Id have to just hop on the port jeff ferry but I'll pass nos

[@rranni]

@@lbcoach2295 well everyone's tastes are different. Maybe you'd like it. My fave is Lucalis or DiFara in Brooklyn, for comparison? I still think it's worth trying it for yourself. You'd also have a chance to try all the other New Haven joints too! I'm gonna go and try Frank Pepe's next 😇

[@kevinh3979]

Excellent.

[@mikemooch7719]

I was hoping to meet Ray today. Hopefully next time.

[@LeadMunitions]

I live in North Carolina but I’m fortunate to still have family in Connecticut and i make yearly trips to go fishing and eat pizza😂😂

[@grifftech]

God!! I live in Illinois and I need to find a way to someday try this

[@AndrewAzurdia]

I’ll make my way into Sally’s apizza one day, ❤️ from California. ✌️

[@hectoraserrano]

Yeah. I will put money on Sr. Ray Santiago is Boricua. Did I win? Orgulloso - Éxito.

[@tommysoprano1441]

That pizza looks so damn good!!!!

[@davidmay7434]

I could of guessed that guys named before he said it. He embodies Ray Santiago.

[@CraigFarangBa]

The best. Period.

[@jaykay6387]

Best pizza ever. Nothing can touch it.

[@okierazor-wx1cw]

Get em Ray

[@MrBINGEBOY]

yo that looks so good oh my lord

[@Hillers62]

Dammit...I had to watch this video...Now I want to take a flight to New Haven...

[@tthams73]

You don’t see pride like that these days! Apizza Craftsman!

[@Shoegazer333]

Glad i came across this Video,i fucking loved it.

[@thechef19791]

The master!

[@ThisCreaturesFeatures]

A most simple word for this is community, gold diamond incrusted community.

[@jongee4626]

I'm from Massachusetts. My parents moved to Connecticut an next time I visit I'm ganna try sallys.

[@sallysapizza]

We’ll be here for you

[@rayanderson7074]

Ray & Sallys!!!!!!!

[@aaronjones818]

KING

[@bradleypham]

I'm so glad David De Portney gave it a 9.2.

[@lukecomstock144]

Love that they have Freddie King’s hideaway as the background music

[@sallysapizza]

Great tune

[@lukecomstock144]

@@sallysapizza Looking forward to stopping by Memorial Day weekend for my first New Haven Apizza

[@sallysapizza]

Amazing, we’ll see you then!

[@m4r7]

love this video, intro of ray walking in is bad ass. What is the name of the song, its killing me.

[@sallysapizza]

Every1's a Winner by Ty Segall

[@sharonhall4780]

ray, has my respect. do it right !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@aaronbickford8725]

Kids pay attention…this is what taking pride in what you do looks like.

[@dupekis]

great job great work good pizza

[@gibememoni]

people talk about sally's all the way down here in florida

[@scabootie]

I'm coming from Australia, 2022.

[@jasoncapecod]

last month i went to Sally's in Stamford. Then had Sally's in New Haven the next day..Yeah crazy... Different pizzas, Stamford was basically not edible.. New Haven was amazing..This is what happens when you get greedy and over expand..You can only have so many Ray's...

[@bb57365]

Hands down the best pizza on the planet. 🌏

[@ricksundberg5659]

I'd have ate that reject pizza...

[@originalfiremancancelled7303]

Everybody knows the rules🍕🍕🍕🍕🍕

[@mikeallen5907]

The best pizza in the world love the pizza guy running the show there Dave, Mr. President, you Donald, Trump, and Sally’s could make this country go round and round🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 We love you, Dave 9 2 incredible score that’s a 10 if you don’t know there’s never gonna be at 10 but that’s at 10❤

[@equigflightgaracia8240]

Yep.

[@JohnSmith-nf8bi]

Ain’t this the best bagel guy

[@johndemartino4068]

Anyway to buy some merch? At T-shirt would be my dream I’m in Atlanta but I’m from the 203 in CT

[@mikeallen5907]

Ray is🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@lukesharp2197]

Hey team, what’s the song at the end of the video? Thanks

[@tamedshrew235]

In Connecticut we call it abeets.

[@joem13yearsago73]

Thank you for telling me this

[@vladimirvaynkhadler8726]

I appreciate the quality control most cooks dont give a shit about nothing