About Sal

Sal Cenicola opened Sal’s Neighborhood Pizzeria on Saint Simons Island, GA in 2008.

The son of Italian immigrants and a New Jersey native, Sal was a former professional boxer who earned the nickname “Rocky” from none other than boxing-great Rocky Graziano himself.

Sal was very passionate about holding to that Italian tradition and strives to see a smile on everyone that crossed his path. We believe that family and friends’ food helps us get through the good times and the bad.

“Comfort food” is just what Sal brought to his neighborhood pizzeria.  His pizzas and Italian dinners reflected heritage and recipes passed down from generations.  Sal believed that Italians truly live a romance with food. Come join us at the table and begin a story of romance and good food Sal's Neighborhood Pizzeria.

Fun Fact:

In 2013, after 30 years as a financial adviser, Sal returned to the ring at a match in Fernandina Beach, Florida- emerging victorious against Nathan Petty.