Tomato Jakes has been selling their interestingly named pizzas in Durham since 2005. Started by two friends with a dream, this pizza shop has become a beloved establishment for college students, families and more in the Bull City. Order a “Mafia Meats” or a “Mobster Mushroom” or create your own by choosing from their extensive list of toppings. Tomato Jake’s offers calzones, pasta, wings and more as well.
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Hours:
Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM
First time trying their pizza and hooked already. Had them make me a cheesesteak pizza with grilled shrimp and BAM! Crust is just how I like it! I will be back!
Mark SULLIVAN
Mar 28, 2025
4
Tried the Abe Froman specialty pizza - surprisingly good! Crust was just right / lightly charred and tasty - the meats of the Abe Froman and the abundant cheese baked to perfection - satisfied my hunger - only downsides were fake flowers out front and .,. / definitely going to visit here again!
Matthew Trn
Nov 15, 2024
5
Some of the best pizza and wings in the area. Prices are generally slightly higher than a usual chain, but the food is leagues ahead in quality. They sell both by the pie and slice. Toppings run the gambit from your usual to things I uncommon (grilled chicken and hamburger style are both particularly tasty).
Staff have always been polite and efficient. They work quickly in an open kitchen, for me always a good sign of confidence in their quality.
The interior is just a sort of basic pizza joint. Nothing to write home about, but nothing to detract from the experience.
Parking lot is very accessible and one can go in and out with the light to save on fighting traffic -- great for swinging by for takeout on the way home from work.
Highly recommend if you are looking for pizza outside the usual big chains!
丽莎
Nov 12, 2024
5
Love their pizza by the slice options! I enjoy their key lime pie and garlic bread rolls (“garlic knuckles”) as well. Consistently good quality and service. The only thing is I’d prefer not to use playing cards as my order assignment since the cards begin to feel a little grimy after having been through so many other customer’ and staff hands without being wiped down. Minor complaint, though.
Kyle Johnson
Oct 13, 2024
5
Been coming here since 2019. Service has always been prompt, courteous, and friendly.
Their prices are reasonable and their pizza is always consistent. I have never tried any of their specialty pizzas, or anything else on the menu yet as I am a creature of habit. . . but anytime I am in the area, I always make a little detour to knock back a slice of their cheese and pepperoni. Always hits the spot!
Archie Lane
Sep 22, 2024
5
Decided for some lazy night takeout and went with pizza. It was delicious! And the girl who waited on me at the checkout counter was very nice and helpful! Will definitely eat here again when I’m back in town!
Lloyd Favors
Aug 25, 2024
5
Some of the best Pizza I have ever had. I go every time in in the Raleigh area. They use really good cheese and fresh toppings. The sauce is balanced and the crust is almost a masterpiece.
Chris W
Jun 29, 2024
3
Not my cup of tea. It may be a NC thing. There were humongous pepperoni on the pizza and shredded sausage. The sauce wasn't bad but presentation made me not want to eat it. Still tried it, while it was hot it was delicious but didn't warm up well. Paid $76 for a cheese pizza, a pepperoni and sausage pizza with wings. I could've done better at a franchise joint but when you're on vacation you try something you don't have back home. It wasn't bad but I think for the price I paid a franchise would been better.
