County of Monmouth

For Immediate Release:
February 5, 2026

County Commissioners proclaim Monmouth County as the Pizza Capital of New Jersey

FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone, on behalf of the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, proclaimed Monmouth County as the Pizza Capital of New Jersey during the State of the County address on Feb. 5.

“We are incredibly proud of our pizzerias and our small business community and we believe that our pizzerias are truly the best in New Jersey,” said Commissioner Director Arnone. “So, we have officially proclaimed Monmouth County as the Pizza Capital of New Jersey! National Pizza Day is February 9th, so make sure to visit your favorite shop!”

In addition, Commissioner Director Arnone shared details about a free social media video program through the Slice in Monmouth program.

“My fellow Commissioners and I are thrilled to announce that we are offering our Slice in Monmouth members a free social media video to help promote their businesses,” said Commissioner Director Arnone. “If you know any pizzerias that may be interested, go to sliceinmonmouth.com and fill out our online form.”

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FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone, on behalf of the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, proclaimed Monmouth County as the Pizza Capital of New Jersey during the State of the County address on Feb. 5. Commissioner Director Arnone presented the proclamation to Federici's Family Restaurant, where the first social media video for Slice in Monmouth was recorded. Photo by Monmouth County Government.