[6][7][8] What makes New Haven-style pizza distinct is its thin, often oblong crust, characteristic charring,[9] chewy texture, and limited use of melting cheeses.

[10] In a New Haven-style pizzeria, a classic or "plain" pizza is a crust, oregano, tomato sauce, and a little bit of grated pecorino romano cheese.

[9] As of 2024[update], New Haven-style pizza is widely available in New Haven and the surrounding area, especially Bridgeport and other nearby coastal cities and towns.

[14] New Haven-style pizza has also gained significant popularity internationally in the United Kingdom in recent years, particularly in the capital, London, where several establishments have emerged as prominent purveyors of this distinctive style.

"[18] On the show, Mark Iacono takes the train from New York City to New Haven to try tomato pie and white clam pizza at Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana.