Patsy's Pizzeria - Roosevelt Field first opened its doors in New York City 1933, having been the dream of immigrant newlyweds Pasquale 'Patsy' or Carmella Lancieri. Patsy's Pizzeria - Roosevelt Field quickly established itself as the family style, old-fashioned neighborhood restaurant. Patsy's Pizzeria - Roosevelt Field catered to the growing population of Italian immigrants who longed for the cuisine of their homeland in the casual family style atmosphere. Since then, Patsy’s Pizzeria has established itself as the originator or leader of the family style pizza restaurant or over the years the East Harlem landmark has been the favorite of countless notable dignitaries. Now, Patsy’s Pizzeria will bring the same quality food or service to the new location at The Shops at Nanuet.