The best pizzas in New York
New York is pizza country! The city is home to some of the world's finest pizzerias, with recipes ranging from classic to creative. With around 2,000 pizzerias across all neighborhoods, you'll find affordable slices and upscale dining options alike.
New York is the city of pizza!
- Pizza might not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of New York. Yet the city has an enormous selection of pizzerias and pizza styles. This abundance traces back to the large wave of Italian immigration that arrived in the early 20th century.
- New York is home to roughly 2,000 pizzerias. You’ll find them in every neighborhood, and most offer affordable prices. Many places sell individual slices to go.
- Other pizzerias take a more upscale approach, with creative and refined recipes. Any visit to New York should include trying a local pizza.
The 4 best pizzas in New York
Lombardi's Pizza
Founded in 1905, Lombardi’s Pizza is simply America’s first pizzeria. More than a century later, the restaurant is still going strong. The recipe has never changed: thin crust with tomato sauce and mozzarella. You then choose your toppings to build your pizza. We recommend the homemade meatballs.
Sorry—I ate a slice before taking the photo! (Photo Didier Forray) Address: 32 Spring Street and 290 8th Avenue, between 24th and 25th Streets.
Neighborhood: Little Italy.
Metro: Spring St.
Fornino
Founded in 2004, Fornino invites you to choose from three generations of wood-fired pizzas: traditional recipes alongside new flavors featuring black truffle or chicken sausage. Chef Michael Ayoub earned recognition in the New York Times. He is also an artist who designed the hanging lamps in his restaurants himself. Fornino has two locations, including one in Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Address: Pier 6 in Brooklyn Bridge Park and 849 Manhattan Avenue, Greenpoint.
Neighborhood: Brooklyn.
Metro: Clark St.
Lazzara's Pizza and Café
Open since 1985 in the Garment District, the fashion quarter, Lazzara’s Pizza and Café reflects that energy. Many customers work for fashion designers, and Calvin Klein himself is a regular. Sebastian and Tony Lazzara offer a wide selection of square-format pizzas. Or try the pasta, especially the new Ravioli Pesce—lobster and ricotta ravioli with shrimp sauce.
Address: 221 West 38th Street, between 7th and 8th Avenues.
Neighborhood: Midtown.
Metro: 42 St.
Napoli's
Frank Volpe opened his pizzeria in 2007 on Washington Avenue, Hoboken’s liveliest street in New Jersey. He serves Neapolitan pizzas, fresh pasta, paninis and wraps. Feel free to customize your pizza by choosing your own toppings. Italian flavors extend to dessert, with tiramisu and Nutella tart on the menu.
Address: 1118 Washington Avenue, Hoboken.
Neighborhood: Hoboken.
Metro: Hoboken.