WKMG News 6 recently visited the NYPD Pizza Metro West location in Orlando’s MetroWest neighborhood to film an in-depth segment on the restaurant’s upcoming closure. The news team spoke with staff and customers, capturing the emotional impact of the decision on the local community. After 25 years of serving New York–style pizza, the restaurant is closing its doors due to rising operational costs, including significant rent increases and other inflationary pressures that have made it increasingly difficult to maintain profitability. The segment highlights the challenges faced by small businesses in today’s economic climate while celebrating the long-standing presence and loyal customer base of NYPD Pizza Metro West. WKMG News 6’s coverage provides viewers with a detailed look at both the practical and personal factors that led to the difficult decision to close this beloved local pizzeria. (clickorlando.com
The segment can be viewed here:
https://www.clickorlando.com/video/news/2025/10/23/orlando-nypd-pizza-restaurant-to-shut-down-over-rising-costs/