<div class="tldr">Mario’s Pizzeria on Myrtle Avenue in Ridgewood introduced a breakfast pizza slice starting June 10, 2024. The change responds to higher morning demand from commuters and local workers.</div>

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<li>Breakfast slice available from 7:30 a.m. daily.</li>

<li>Mario’s Pizzeria has operated in Ridgewood since 1993.</li>

<li>Menu addition follows increase in morning sales by 20% over the past year.</li>

</ul>

Mario’s Pizzeria has served Ridgewood residents for over three decades. Owner Mario Russo reported a noticeable uptick in early foot traffic since spring 2023, largely from commuters using the nearby Myrtle-Wyckoff subway station. Russo stated that the decision to add a breakfast slice was based on repeated customer requests and observed demand for morning options.

The breakfast slice features scrambled eggs, mozzarella, and a choice of bacon or vegetables on the shop’s standard thin crust. The slice is available from 7:30 a.m., when Mario’s Pizzeria opens, until noon. Pricing is set at $4 per slice, aligning with other specialty offerings on the current menu.

Staff at Mario’s Pizzeria have adjusted prep routines to accommodate the new slice. Russo noted that initial customer response has been positive, with most breakfast slices selling out before 10:00 a.m. on the first two days of service. The pizzeria will evaluate whether to expand breakfast offerings based on demand throughout June.

<h2>Frequently Asked Questions</h2>

<h2>What are the ingredients in Mario’s breakfast pizza slice?</h2>

<p>The breakfast slice includes scrambled eggs, mozzarella cheese, and a choice of bacon or sautéed mixed vegetables, all served on Mario’s traditional thin pizza crust. It is prepared fresh daily and sold by the slice.</p>

<h2>What hours is the breakfast slice available at Mario’s Pizzeria?</h2>

<p>The breakfast slice is offered from 7:30 a.m., when Mario’s Pizzeria opens, until noon each day. It is available for dine-in and takeout, while supplies last during the morning hours.</p>

<h2>Why did Mario’s Pizzeria introduce a breakfast slice?</h2>

<p>Owner Mario Russo observed a 20% increase in morning sales and frequent customer requests for breakfast options. The early morning crowd, including local workers and commuters, led the pizzeria to launch the breakfast slice on June 10, 2024.</p>