While we understand the pizza traditionalists of this world might disagree, NYC is arguably a close second when it comes to the humble slice of fresh hot pizza. Whether you’re dreaming of deep dish pies, or classic fluffy Sicilian squares with delightful seasonal produce done well, the city never sleeps has it all in our books.
Here's the best pizza spots in New York City to add to your list in 2024.
John's Of Bleecker Street
278 Bleecker Street, West Village, Manhattan
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Established in 1929, is one of the city’s oldest (& most iconic) pizzeria. They only sell pizzas strictly by the pie, but unlike most New York pizzerias, John’s is an actual sit-down restaurant where you can devour your pie of choice in leisure. They’re known for their classic New York-style cheese pizza, with topping add on options like pepperoni, sausage, meatballs, ricotta, etc.
Lucali
575 Henry Street, Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn
Tucked away in Carroll Gardens, is a cozy neighborhood gem serving up mouthwatering thin-crust pizzas to some of NYC's biggest Hollywood stars and hard-hitters. Their specialty pie features a three cheese blend of buffalo mozzarella, low-moisture mozzarella, and shaved Grana Padano topped with fresh basil that is simply to die for. Reservations are nearly impossible, so your best bet is to line up before it opens and pop down your name for a chance to get on the waitlist. It is cash and BYOB so plan ahead before you go.
L’Industrie
254 S 2nd Street, Williamsburg, Brooklyn
104 Christopher St, West Village, Manhattan
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With two locations in Williamsburg and West Village, offers a modern twist on the traditional Neapolitan-style pizza. From their inventive toppings like burrata and hot honey to their perfectly charred crust, L’Industrie’s slices are not one to miss when you visit the Big Apple. Their West Village branch just recently opened so there is likely a longer line, so we’d recommend checking out their original one in Brooklyn for a shorter wait.
Prince St Pizza
27 Prince Street A, Nolita, Manhattan
Nestled in the bustling Soho neighborhood, is famous for its Sicilian-style square slices. The “Spicy Spring” pizza featuring spicy pepperoni cups is a must order, and their vodka slide is also not one to miss. It’s the perfect spot to grab a slice after shopping!
Mama's Too!
2750 Broadway, Upper West Side, Manhattan
325 Bleecker St, West Village, Manhattan
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Known for their square-shaped grandma slices, elevates the humble slice into gourmet heights. They have fun creative toppings like poached pear and hot honey that elevate the humble slice into gourmet heights. They just opened a new location in West Village and the lines are already insane, so you know it’s one to add to the list!
Roberta's
263 Moore Street, Bushwick, Brooklyn
is a pizzeria in Bushwick, Brooklyn that pretty much ushered in a new era of New York-style pizza when it was first established in 2008. Today, with so many other offerings on the market, they remain a standard for exceptional pizza. They also serve other dishes on their menu like pasta and salumi but the star of the show is their pizzas, our favourites include their Famous Original and Bee Sting.
Rubirosa
235 Mulberry Street, Nolita, Manhattan
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Located in Nolita, is a neighborhood family operated Italian-American pizzeria. They are known for their Staten Island-style pizza as well as Italian-American classics including a wide selection of pastas made fresh in-house daily. You won’t want to miss their iconic “Tie-Dye Pizza” if you dine here, a creative mix of vodka, tomato, pesto, and mozzarella.
Scarr's Pizza
35 Orchard Street, Lower East Side, Manhattan
is a Lower East Side institution that specializes in nostalgic slices reminiscent of old-school New York pizza parlors. Whether you’re a round, Sicilian, or Grandma style lover, you’ll find all types of pies at Scarr’s. They also have a pretty large space for seating, so you can opt to dine in and enjoy a pie if you’d like.
Lucia Pizza
136-55B, Roosevelt Avenue, Flushing, Queens
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With two locations in Brooklyn and Soho, is a family owned Italian-American eatery specializing in New York style pizza. Their Soho menu is pretty straightforward, serving strictly pies, but their Brooklyn location offers more extensive options like chicken/eggplant parm and fun pie toppings like clams and shrimp.
Patsy's Pizzeria
2287 1st Avenue, East Harlem, Manhattan
A true New York City classic, has been serving up some of the city's finest coal-fired, thin-crust pizzas since 1933. Located in East Harlem, this historic pizzeria is beloved for its old-school charm and perfectly charred pies. Known for its simplicity and tradition, Patsy’s uses fresh, high-quality ingredients like house-made mozzarella and San Marzano tomatoes to craft pizzas that are crispy, light, and packed with flavor. Whether you're a purist who loves a classic Margherita or you prefer a pie loaded with toppings, Patsy’s is a must-visit for anyone looking to experience a slice of authentic NYC pizza history.
Joe's Pizza
Various Locations
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With five locations in NYC, is a classic New York institution beloved for its no-frills approach to classic New York slices. It’s been the go-to by both visitors and local New Yorkers because the slice never disappoints. Don’t be scared of the line, it usually moves fast.
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