In honor of the first three digits of pi, the following pizzerias on Arthur Avenue will offer special $3.14 discounts to customers on Friday, March 14:
- Ivana’s Pizzeria (2373 Arthur Ave) – Family owned and operated since 1977, Ivana’s Pizzeria has been crafting authentic Italian recipes passed down through generations. The business was founded by Antonio Ferri and is now managed by his two sons, Frank and Corrardo. This Pi Day, customers can enjoy $3.14 any pie, both plain and with toppings.
- Famosa Pizza (621 E 187th St) – Opened in March 2018, Famosa Pizza has quickly become a neighborhood favorite with its wide variety of offerings, including pizza, pasta, salads, sandwiches, fried oreos, and more. On Friday, March 14, Famosa will offer $3.14 off any of their pies, from classics like cheese and pepperoni to specialty flavors like chicken bacon ranch and Philly Cheesesteak pizza.

Also as a fun fact – March 14 is also the birthday of renowned scientist Albert Einstein, who holds a strong connection to the Bronx community. The day after his 74th birthday, Einstein formally agreed to attach his name to the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, which officially opened in Morris Park in 1955. It was the first medical college to open in New York City since 1897.
Pi Day is an annual celebration of the mathematical constant pi, also known by the Greek letter “π,” that represents the circumference of a circle to its diameter (approximately 3.14159). Many people nationwide will mark the day by indulging in a slice of pie, whether it be a fruit pie, chicken pot pie, or even a pizza pie.