Pizza in NYC
It’s official. By our reckoning, New York City is the pizza capital of the world.
Want to know where to find the best versions of NYC's signature dish, where old-school classics live on and who’s in the new guard? How about what pizza tours will fill you in on the different styles and show you real-deal spots? You’ve come to the right place for your slice of the pie.
THE LOCAL PIZZA SCENE
Find stories and personal picks celebrating NYC's beloved food.
Best Pizza Slices
Who makes the best slice of pizza in the five boroughs? Read an expert’s roundup of New York City pizzerias to find out.
Meet the Woman Behind This Brooklyn Bar & Pizza Spot
The owner of Greenpoint's the Esters talks pizza science, her bar's evolution and her philosophy on life.
Staff Picks: Pizza Places in NYC
Our team recommends its top spots—from local classics to wine bars turning out serious pies—as well as their preferred orders.
CLASSIC NYC PIZZERIAS
Some of the oldest pizza spots in the States are sprinkled across the five boroughs.
Lombardi’s Pizza
New York is nothing without its pizza, and pizza in New York started at Lombardi's.
Denino's Pizzeria & Tavern
One of Staten Island's most popular pizza spots consistently makes "best of" lists.
Patsy’s Pizzeria
Patsy Lancieri opened the City’s first pizzeria restaurant up in East Harlem in 1933. The old-world pies, baked in coal ovens, have kept people coming ever since.
Pugsley Pizza
This casual pizzeria is perfect for groups and late-night food.
J & V Pizzeria
Founded in 1950, this Bensonhurst pizza joint is literally a neighborhood institution, and the first place in the area to sell pizza by the slice.
Joe & Pat's
A thin, crispy slice is the signature of this beloved Staten Island pizza institution, known for its vodka pie.
Sam’s Restaurant
A Brooklyn red sauce restaurant famed for its old-school style and pizza too.
John's of Bleecker Street
John's Pizzeria opened in 1929 and still maintains its original location.
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NYC PIZZA TOURS
Looking for guidance? Join the experts to find your next slice.
Bob's Pizza Tour
Bob's Pizza Tour is the perfect way to experience the best of New York City's pizza scene.
FROM OUR PIZZA ARCHIVES
Learn what makes a New York–style pizza, and much more.
What Is New York City Pizza?
Everything you ever wanted to know about the semi-official food of New York City.





