New Jersey Pizza Shop Debuts Chicken Parm Sliders

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Carlo's Gourmet Pizza & Restaurant, a family-run Italian eatery in Englishtown, New Jersey that has been serving up classic pizzas and Italian dishes since 1983, has added a new menu item - chicken parm sliders. The sliders feature breaded and fried chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese, served between garlic knots.

Why it matters

Carlo's Gourmet Pizza & Restaurant is a local institution in Central Jersey, known for its wide variety of classic Italian dishes and signature pizzas. The addition of the unexpected chicken parm slider shows the restaurant's willingness to innovate and cater to changing customer tastes, while still maintaining its reputation for authentic, comfort-food style Italian cuisine.

The details

Carlo's Gourmet Pizza & Restaurant has been family-owned and operated since opening its doors in 1983. In addition to its signature pizzas like the Carlo's Special and Bianca Neve, the restaurant also offers a full menu of Italian favorites like Rigatoni Vodka, Baked Ziti, and massive calzones and subs. The new chicken parm sliders feature breaded and fried chicken cutlets topped with marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese, served between soft, garlicky knots.

• Carlo's Gourmet Pizza & Restaurant opened in 1983.
• The chicken parm sliders were recently added to the menu.

What’s next

Carlo's Gourmet Pizza & Restaurant is participating in the Jersey Pizza Playoffs to crown the best slice in New Jersey. The winning pizzeria will receive a $10,000 advertising package on 94.3 The Point.