What’s a trip to the Big Apple without enjoying a delicious slice of New York City style pizza? Below are our recommendations for the best pizza joints in the city!
22. Totonno’s
1524 Neptune Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11224
b/t 16th St & 15th St
Coney Island
You will find Totonno’s at Coney Island. This famous pizzeria has been in operation since 1921, and has been rated by Food Network as offering the #1 Pizza in America. It’s a small space with only ten tables and one Neapolitan-style pie with eight topping options. It can get busy, but the wait is more than worth it.
21. Prince Street Pizza
27 Prince St
New York, NY 10012
b/t Mott St & Elizabeth St
Nolita
Located right near the Basilica of St. Patrick’s Old Cathedral, this popular pizza restaurant often has a line out the door. Like many of NYC’s other pizza hot spots, it’s a small restaurant. In this case, there are no tables, so you’ll need to take your slice to go. You can be sure you’ll enjoy every bite.
20. Joe’s Pizza
7 Carmine St
New York, NY 10014
b/t Avenue Of The Americas & Minetta Ln
West Village
You will find this delicious establishment in West Village right near the subway. Joe’s Pizza was founded by a chef right from Naples, Italy, and has been serving huge slices since 1975. This is the place to come if you want to get a basic slice of cheese pizza for just a few dollars which will blow your mind with perfect crispy crust and delicious sauce.
19. Bleecker Street Pizza
69 7th Ave S
New York, NY 10014
b/t Commerce St & S 7 Ave
West Village
There are a number of great options for a great slice in Greenwich Village, but one of the best is undoubtedly Bleecker Street Pizza. You can get both regular and gluten-free pizza here, and you will even find a few tables if you want to sit down for a meal.
18. Artichoke Basille’s Pizza
111 MacDougal St
New York, NY 10012
Greenwich Village
While a lot of pizzerias in New York specialize in the basic NYC cheese slice which the city is so famous for, Artichoke Basille’s offers a wide variety of pizzas to try—everything from artichoke pizza to crab pizza. Seating is limited, and it’s important to know you cannot spend cash here. Bring a credit or debit card—but don’t worry about a minimum, as there isn’t one.
17. B Side Pizza & Wine Bar
370 W 51st St
New York, NY 10019
b/t 9th Ave & 8th Ave
Theater District, Hell’s Kitchen
This cozy pizza spot includes some larger and smaller tables, so it can accommodate different parties. You can get much more than a basic cheese slice here. With a wide variety of ingredients to choose from, you’ll find a lot of pizzas on the menu here that will expand your taste horizons.
16. Pizzarte
69 W 55th St
New York, NY 10019
b/t Avenue Of The Americas & 5th Ave
Midtown West
The pizza here is a little more expensive than it is at some other area restaurants, but you’ll find that the pizzeria itself has a classy atmosphere and that the food is amazing.
15. Roberta’s
261 Moore St
Brooklyn, NY 11206
b/t White St & Bogart St
Bushwick
This atmospheric location is renowned both for its eclectic vibes and for its delicious food. Admire the unique art adorning the walls or watch as your pizza is cooked while you await your meal. Then, delight in delectable and unexpected recipes that you won’t soon forget.
14. Rubirosa
235 Mulberry St
New York, NY 10012
b/t Spring St & Prince St
Nolita
If you are interested not just in pizza, but in other Italian cuisine, you may want to stop by Rubirosa while you are on your NYC vacation. Here you can grab a slice, or try a specialty dish like spaghetti. Just be aware that the wait times here can be long, but that is typical at popular New York pizzerias.
13. Patsy’s Pizzeria
61 W 74th St
New York, NY 10023
b/t Columbus Ave & W Central Park
Upper West Side
This restaurant is known not only for its tasty pies, but also for its delicious complimentary bread rolls, which come with olive oil, chili flakes and parmesan sauce to dip them in.
12. Lombardi’s Pizza
32 Spring St
New York, NY 10012
b/t Mulberry St & Mott St
Nolita
If you are in search of a pizza place in Lower Manhattan, Lombardi’s may offer you just the slice you are after. Prices here are a little more upscale than they are at many other pizzerias, so be prepared for that, but they make a delicious pie.
11. Angelo’s Coal Oven Pizzeria
117 W 57th St
New York, NY 10019
b/t Avenue Of The Americas & 7th Ave
Midtown West
In search of good pizza near Central Park? Head to Angelo’s Coal Oven Pizzeria. A lot of people make this an impromptu stop, so the lines here are not necessarily as crazy as they are at some of the more famous spots. But you can be sure that the pizza is something special.
10. Lucali Pizza
The Plaza Food Hall
1 W 58th St
New York, NY 10019
b/t Avenue Of The Americas & Grand Army Plz
Midtown West
Lucali Pizza, located in Brooklyn’s Carroll Gardens neighborhood, is a celebrated pizzeria renowned for its classic, no-frills approach to pizza making. Established in 2006 by Mark Iacono, Lucali quickly garnered a reputation for serving some of the best pizza in New York City, if not the world.
9. L & B Spumoni Gardens
2725 86th St
Brooklyn, NY 11223
b/t 11th St & 10th St
Gravesend
At this restaurant, you can order square pizza. This pizza has a thicker crust than the thin NY-style pizza that most other local restaurants serve. It’s a great choice if you are looking for something a little bit different.
8. Angelo’s Pizza
1697 Broadway
New York, NY 10019
b/t 53rd St & 54th St
Theater District
If you’re walking out of the Ed Sullivan Theater, you’ll find Angelo’s Pizza right next to it. While this tends to be a busy location, you’ll find that it is larger inside than it appears. Most of the time, you can expect the pizza to be ready fast. Every time, it will arrive fresh, hot, and delicious.
7. John’s of Times Square
260 W 44th St
New York, NY 10036
b/t Shubert Aly & 8th Ave
Theater District
At this restaurant, you can order a full pie, but not individual slices of pizza. The ambiance is very different from most local pizzerias, which tend to be on the cramped wide. John’s of Times Square is open and spacious, so it offers a very different experience.
6. Grimaldi’s
1 Front St
Brooklyn, NY 11201
b/t Dock St & York St
DUMBO
A lot of people (locals as well as tourists) consider this to be the best destination for pizza anywhere in Brooklyn. While it can be crowded, it has a reputation for fast service and yummy food.
5. Juliana’s Pizza
19 Old Fulton St
Brooklyn, NY 11201
DUMBO
For scrumptious pizza right near the Brooklyn Bridge, head to Juliana’s. There is generally a wait, but you can ask for the time in advance, and generally you will find that the time you are given should be fairly close to on the mark. With a selection of basic and specialty pies, there is something here to appeal to every pizza fan.
4. Sottocasa Pizzeria
298 Atlantic Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11201
b/t Hoyt St & Smith St
Boerum Hill
A cozy, homey, inviting vibe defines this pizzeria together with a menu full of unforgettable pies. You can sit indoors or outdoors, choosing the atmosphere which best suits your preferences for a wonderful meal.
3. L’industrie Pizzeria
254 S 2nd St
Brooklyn, NY 11211
b/t Roebling St & Havemeyer St
Williamsburg
This little pizza restaurant is not as well known as some of the other local favorites in Brooklyn, but it is a rising star. It’s a small restaurant which can only seat a few people, so you may wish to take your pizza to go. Expect surprising gourmet recipes like parmesan pizza with prosciutto and truffle.
2. Di Fara
1424 Ave J
Brooklyn, NY 11230
Midwood
There tends to be a wait at Di Fara. As of the time of this writing, a slice is around $5, which is a little pricier than you will find elsewhere in the area, but it is well worth the extra expense for pizza this good.
1. La Pizza & La Pasta @ Eataly
Eataly
200 5th Ave
New York, NY 10010
Flatiron
Located in Eataly, this restaurant serves both pizza and pasta. While it can be crowded (it is right in the middle of a bustling marketplace which itself is worth a visit), you can rely on it for delicious cuisine and great service.
You now have numerous fantastic options for enjoying the perfect slice of pizza on your trip to New York City. Give one or more of these spots a try, and you will probably have some of the best pizza of your life!
Many those pizzerias located near Central Park. So grab a pie and enjoy Central Park pedicab tour.