About | Mangia Pizza & Restaurant

Where Mangia's Pizza Story Begins

Decades of dough-tossing experience, family-style hospitality, and a shared passion for perfect New York slices—discover how Mangia Pizza grew from a neighborhood dream into your new go-to pizzeria.

Chef Tom Doran

Founder & Executive Chef: Chef Tom Doran Tom Doran’s journey to Mangia Pizza began right here in Rockland County. A proud graduate of Clarkstown South and Rockland BOCES in 1994, he sharpened his culinary skills at the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, graduating in 1996. After gaining experience in local kitchens, Tom expanded his horizons, traveling through Europe as a chef in 2003 and absorbing the flavors, techniques, and traditions that continue to inspire his cooking today.

Hon. Scott B. Ugell (Ret.)

Co-Owner & Community Partner: Hon. Scott B. Ugell (Ret.) Born and raised in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn — where pizza is more than just food, it’s a way of life — Scott Ugell has always had a deep connection to great cuisine. A lifelong foodie, Scott spent 32 years serving as a Clarkstown Town Justice, where his warm and approachable demeanor often included courtroom conversations about food that helped put people at ease.