Riverview In Cold Spring A Finalist In DVlicious Pizza Contest

PUTNAM COUNTY, N.Y. -- We asked. You answered. In our hunt for the best pizza in Putnam, Riverview in Cold Spring was selected by you -- our readers -- among the top five.

Natalie Ely, daughter of Riverview owner Jim Ely, in one of the dining rooms with scenic views of the Hudson.
Photo Credit: *Skip Pearlman*

Riverview Restaurant in Cold Spring offers scenic views of the Hudson.
Photo Credit: *Skip Pearlman*

The Diablo features spicy Italian sausage and bell peppers.
Photo Credit: *Skip Pearlman*

The popular Diablo pizza from Cold Spring's Riverview Restaurant.
Photo Credit: *Skip Pearlman*

One of the dining rooms at Riverview Restaurant.
Photo Credit: *Skip Pearlman*

Daily Voice

05/21/2015 4:00 a.m.

We still need your vote to crown the winner but in the meantime, here's a "slice" of what makes this Putnam pizzeria so DVlicious.

Voting is open until May 22 so go here to cast your ballot. The other candidates will be featured daily with another profile Friday.

Riverview Restaurant, 45 Fair St., Cold Spring, (845) 265-4778

How Long in Business: 26 years.

Known For: Personal-size pizzas and thick slices.

Most Popular Slice Sold: Diablo, with spicy Italian sausage and bell peppers.

Key to Success: A strong loyal following. "We treat our customers like one big family," said Natalie Ely, whose dad, Jim, has owned the place since the beginning. "We also give a good proportion of sauce to toppings."

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