★★★★★
Best slice in Jacksonville, hands down. The crust is perfectly thin and crispy, and the prices are unbeatable. Murray Hill specialty is a must-try.
Pizza · Murray Hill · Jacksonville
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River Pizza
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The place
Moon River Pizza is a thin-crust pizzeria in the Murray Hill neighborhood of Jacksonville, Florida, located at 1176 Edgewood Ave S. The restaurant serves New York–style thin-crust pies sold by the slice or as whole pies, with build-your-own and specialty options. Beer and wine are available, including local Florida drafts. The dining room features colorful, eclectic décor with mismatched chairs and local artwork. Moon River is counter-service only and does not take reservations. Takeout is available, and a second location operates in Fernandina Beach. The restaurant is family-friendly, with outdoor seating on a covered patio. Parking is free on-site and on the surrounding streets of Edgewood Avenue.
Tucked into the heart of Murray Hill on Edgewood Avenue, Moon River Pizza has been the neighborhood's go-to pizzeria since 2003. The funky dining room — packed with mismatched furniture, vintage signs, and rotating local art — is a reflection of the neighborhood itself: creative, unpretentious, and fiercely independent. This is the kind of place regulars treat as a second living room.
The pizza is New York–style thin crust, hand-tossed, and sold by the slice or as whole pies. Build your own from a long list of toppings, or go straight to one of the specialty pies the regulars swear by. The Murray Hill — pepperoni, Italian sausage, mushroom, green pepper, and onion — is the house classic, layered thick and crisped at the edges. The white pizza with ricotta, garlic, and fresh basil is a close rival. The BBQ Chicken is a crowd favorite for newcomers. Garlic knots land on nearly every table.
Slices are generous — one slice of the Murray Hill is a full meal for most people, and prices are low enough that ordering two is still a good call. The sauce is bright and tangy, the cheese pulls properly, and the crust blisters at the right temperature. Nothing trendy, nothing fussy — just consistently good pizza made the same way it has been since day one.
The drink list includes beer and wine, with rotating local Florida craft drafts on tap. Expect to see Jacksonville-area breweries alongside the usual suspects. It's the kind of place where you order a pint, get your slice, and stay longer than you planned.
Ordering is counter-service — walk up, tell them what you want, and find a seat. Inside, mismatched chairs and checkered tablecloths give the space a lived-in warmth. The covered patio out back is dog-friendly and kids are welcome throughout. The line moves fast even when the place is packed, which it often is on weekend evenings.
Moon River sits in the middle of Murray Hill's most walkable stretch of Edgewood Ave, steps from the Murray Hill Theatre and several of the neighborhood's best bars and coffee shops. Free parking is available in the small on-site lot and along Edgewood Ave S. A second location operates in Fernandina Beach for anyone heading north toward Amelia Island.
With 4.7 stars across more than 3,500 Google reviews, Moon River Pizza is one of Jacksonville's most-reviewed local restaurants — a consistent neighborhood institution in a community that takes its independent businesses seriously. If you haven't been, you're overdue.
New York–style thin crust
Slices and whole pies
Counter service — no reservations
Takeout available
What to expect
Walk in, order at the counter, and seat yourself — no reservations, no apps, no fuss. The Murray Hill specialty pie with a side of garlic knots is the right move for first-timers. Solo or as a couple, two slices and a beer comes in well under $20. The covered patio is dog-friendly. Lines build fast on Friday and Saturday nights around 6–7 PM but clear within 10–15 minutes. Takeout is easy — call ahead on (904) 389-4442. No delivery service from the restaurant directly; check DoorDash or Uber Eats for current coverage.
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The shop, in frames
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What people are saying
★★★★★
Funky vibe, super friendly staff, and the pizza lives up to the hype. We grabbed slices and a couple of local beers — out the door for under $20.
★★★★★
Been coming here for years and it never disappoints. Order at the counter, grab a table, and enjoy some of the best thin-crust pizza in town.
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Frequently asked
Does Moon River Pizza take reservations?
No — Moon River Pizza is counter-service and walk-in only. Lines move quickly even at peak dinner hours.
Is Moon River Pizza dog friendly?
Yes — the covered outdoor patio is dog-friendly. Pets are not permitted in the indoor dining room.
Where do I park near Moon River Pizza?
Free parking is available in the small on-site lot at 1176 Edgewood Ave S and along the surrounding Murray Hill streets.
What are the most popular dishes at Moon River Pizza?
The Murray Hill specialty pizza, the white pizza with ricotta and garlic, the BBQ Chicken pie, and the garlic knots are the most-ordered items.
What are Moon River Pizza's hours?
Monday–Saturday 11 AM–10 PM. Closed Sundays. Hours may vary on holidays.
Does Moon River Pizza offer takeout or delivery?
Takeout is available by phone at (904) 389-4442. Moon River Pizza does not partner directly with a delivery service; check DoorDash or Uber Eats for current Murray Hill coverage.
What's the best pizza to order at Moon River Pizza?
The Murray Hill specialty (pepperoni, sausage, mushroom, green pepper, onion) is the house classic. The white pizza with ricotta and garlic and the BBQ Chicken are close rivals. First-timers should add garlic knots.
How long does the wait take at Moon River Pizza?
Counter ordering is quick. On busy Friday and Saturday nights (6–8 PM), expect a 10–15 minute wait at peak times, but the line clears fast.
Does Moon River Pizza have vegetarian options?
Yes — build-your-own pies and several specialty options work well for vegetarians, including the white pizza and a full range of veggie toppings. There is no vegan cheese option.
Is there a Moon River Pizza near Jacksonville Beach or Fernandina?
A second Moon River Pizza location operates in Fernandina Beach, about 30 miles north of Murray Hill near Amelia Island.
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Closest spots by distance
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