Miami’s Peppi’s Pizza is the kind of spot that turns a “quick bite” into a full-on obsession, thanks to New York-style pies, Philly-inspired hoagies, and a buzzing Design District crowd that treats cheesesteaks like a sport. 🍕🔥
From Philly Roots to Miami Fame: How This Pizza Spot Blew Up
When chef Ryan McKeown, a Philly native known from Below Deck Down Under, opened Peppi’s Pizza in the Miami Design District, locals suddenly had a place doing NY-style pizza with serious Philly soul.
Curiosity surged when people learned it had taken over the former Old Greg’s space and would be a pizza-and-hoagie counter by day and full-service Italian spot by night, complete with 72-hour fermented dough and seeded rolls baked in-house. 😍
Soon, buzz leapt from neighborhood chatter to national pizza-nerd territory after a Barstool One Bite review clocked Peppi’s at a strong score and declared the cheesesteak an authentic slice of South Philly in Miami.
Add glowing praise on from happy diners, plus posts calling it “the best cheesesteak in Miami,” and suddenly this modest counter on NE 2nd Avenue was drawing lines of fans chasing that perfect combo of crispy crust, gooey cheese, and overstuffed sandwiches. 🧀😋
For many visitors, the obsession really clicks when they see the classic pies and loaded hoagies, riding that sweet spot between a neighborhood slice shop and a full-on dinner destination.
Others discover Peppi’s on social media through drool-worthy shots on Instagram or stumble upon rave write-ups on Postcard and pizza-focused sites that flag it as a true “slice of Philly in Miami.”
By the time a cheesesteak or upside-down pie hits the table, most guests are already planning who they’re bringing back with them next time. 🤤
Food Highlights
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Upside Down Pizza: A signature favorite described on Yelp as an upside down pepperoni pie, with cheese laid down first and the tomato sauce blanketing the top, finished with shaved garlic and basil that’s renowned for its crispy base, rich cheese layer, and bright, tangy sauce. 🍕
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Red Pizza: Their classic red pie built on 72-hour fermented dough, highlighted in local coverage as a New York-style crust with a “sourdough-like” twist, topped with a well-balanced tomato sauce and cheese and is praised as a true New York-style slice done right in the heart of Miami.
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White Pizza: A sauce-less option featured on the online ordering menu that leans into creamy cheeses, garlic, and herbs for a rich, indulgent bite that makes it a favorite for those who prefer decadence over tomato-forward pies. 🧄.
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Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich: Thinly sliced steak packed into a freshly baked seeded hoagie roll, finished with onions and a choice of Cheez Whiz or Cooper Sharp, described as “authentic Philly” on Barstool’s bonus cheesesteak review and praised by many foodies online.
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Chicken Cutlet Sandwich: Highlighted in Yelp reviews as “phenomenal,” this sandwich stacks a crispy chicken cutlet on a sesame hoagie roll with a Caesar-esque or peppercorn-style sauce, pickled peppers, and plenty of crunch that’s a top pick for guests who want a non-steak option that still delivers that salty, tangy, perfectly textured hoagie experience. 🍗
Atmosphere
Peppi’s keeps the vibe casual, lively, and buzzy, with lines often noted on review sites as stretching out the door and guests happily waiting for a shot at their favorite sandwich or slice.
Inside, the space feels like a mash-up of a Philly hoagie shop and a modern Miami pizza bar, a shift that outlets like Eater Miami point out as part of its charm.
People linger at the bar over pies, spicy rigatoni, and hoagies while phones come out for photos, fueled by shots they’ve already seen on Instagram and food blogs. It’s the kind of place where you arrive hungry, leave full, and still start plotting your next visit on the walk out. 😄
Bottom Line
Visit for NY-style pies with character, one of Miami’s most hyped cheesesteaks, and house-baked seeded rolls. Enjoy a fun, high-energy Design District hangout with serious pizza and sandwich cred. Lines move, flavors hit hard, and every bite feels trip-worthy. 🍕🥖
Address:
3620 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137
📞 +1-786-391-2624
🕔 Open Tue–Sat, 12 PM–10 PM; Closed Sun, Mon