The 8 Best Pizza Places in New York City

L'Industrie Pizzeria is a bustling spot in Williamsburg, known for serving some of the best pizza slices in NYC. The pizzeria stands out for its blend of classic and creative pies, with a special mention for its mastery in crafting paper-thin crusts using natural fermentation and high-hydration techniques. Don't miss out on their signature burrata slice, a delightful balance of cool burrata and tangy tomato sauce, which can be enjoyed at the bar or on their spacious sidewalk patio.

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Oliver Jansson

Food Enthusiast – Stockholm, Sweden

This renowned pizza joint delivers a delightful blend of classic and creative pies.When it comes to pizza in New York City, L’Industrie reigns supreme. Nestled in the vibrant Williamsburg area, this renowned joint delivers a delightful blend of classic and creative pies. What sets them apart is their mastery in crafting paper-thin crusts using natural fermentation and high-hydration techniques.Don't miss out on the burrata slice. A beautiful interplay of temperatures as the cool burrata perfectly balances the tangy tomato sauce. If you're not able to score a seat at the bar, you can enjoy your slice in the bustling ambiance of the spacious sidewalk patio.

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Zero Otto Nove is a restaurant specializing in Neapolitan wood-fired-oven pizza and housemade pasta, masterfully prepared by Chef Roberto Paciullo. The menu features a variety of dishes, from the classic Margherita pizza to unique creations such as “La Riccardo”, made with butternut squash puree, smoked mozzarella, spicy pancetta, and basil. The restaurant also offers a wide selection of pasta dishes, including the casserole-like pasta al forno, and the tenderized veal scaloppini with grilled zucchini ribbons and fontina.

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Pauliina Siniauer

Journalist – Helsinki, Finland

The true Little Italy of New York is in the Bronx. Take a stroll down Arthur Ave, visit over 100 years old Madonia Bakery, have pizza in Zero Otto Nove, shop grocery in the Arthur Avenue Retail Market and have a beer in the Bronx Beer Hall that is located inside. Cin Cin!

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"Mama's TOO!" is renowned for its top-notch pizza pies, often considered among the best in New York. Customers highly recommend the Hot Soppressata with honey pizza, noting its almost caramelized, super crunchy texture, and abundant flavor. Visit "Mama's TOO!" for an unforgettable pizza experience, where each slice is crafted to perfection.

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David P. Leja

@thegastrojourney – Palma, Spain

This was the best slice of pizza we've ever had (of that style of pizza, we don't want to offend any Italians!)Almost caramelized, super crunchy, lots of flavor!This one was a Hot Soppressata with honey pizza.

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Bellucci Pizza offers a world-class slice pizza, a perfect blend of New York–style and 'New York–Neapolitan'. Known for its thin, crisp, and flavorful slices, the pizza is crafted by Andrew Bellucci, a pizza maker with a history of creating iconic pizzas. The restaurant is family-owned and takes pride in using fresh, high-quality ingredients, with a special focus on achieving crust excellence.

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Adam Kuban

Pizza Aficionado – Queens, United States

Bellucci is making consistently excellent thin, crisp, and flavorful slices in this tiny shop.World-class slice pizza somewhere between New York–style and “New York–Neapolitan” (aka coal-oven pizza) made by pizza obsessive Andrew Bellucci, the pizza maker who helped resurrect NYC icon Lombardi’s in the 1990s. Bellucci is making consistently excellent thin, crisp, and flavorful slices in this tiny shop off the beaten path in Queens.

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Louie's is an old-school pizzeria in Queens, renowned for its "grandma" slice or pie. The restaurant is known to serve an array of dishes, with the ribeye steak being a popular choice among non-pizza options. Despite its location in an area famous for Thai food, Louie's pizzeria stands out for its unique square pizza, which is a favorite among locals and visitors alike.

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Adam Kuban

Pizza Aficionado – Queens, United States

This might be my favorite square in Queens. My favorite pizza here is the “grandma” slice or pie.If Louie’s were in Manhattan, it would have press out the wazoo and lines down the block, but it’s in a part of Queens better known for amazing Thai food, so it flies somewhat under the radar. My favorite pizza here is the “grandma” slice or pie. Get a pie, so you have some to take home with you (it freezes well and reheats even better). This might be my favorite square in Queens. Louie also serves an array of non-pizza dishes, which admittedly I haven’t explored that much, but I’ve heard the ribeye steak is a sleeper hit here.

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Artichoke Basille's Pizza is known for serving enormous pizza slices, with their famous artichoke pizza being a crowd favorite. The artichoke pizza is described as creamy, hearty, and indulgent, offering a substantial portion that is perfect for sharing. With options for online ordering and nationwide shipping, Artichoke Basille's Pizza ensures that their delicious offerings are accessible to pizza lovers everywhere.

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Zoe Bowker

Food Consultant – Dubai, UAE

Stop by for a (ridiculously) enormous slice of their famous artichoke pizza…it’s creamy, hearty, indulgent and really, just rather delicious (and cheap). Take a friend and share the ginormous portion!

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L&B Spumoni Gardens is a traditional Italian eatery that has been serving remarkable Sicilian pies and ice cream since 1939. Known for its unbeatable pizza with pillowy dough, sweet tomato sauce, and mozzarella, it's a go-to spot for comfort food in any season. In the summer, guests can enjoy their food outdoors, while in the colder months, the recently renovated dining room provides a warm and inviting atmosphere.

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Joshua David Stein

Writer – Brooklyn, United States

A Brooklyn institution for good reason with tremendous Sicilian pies.When it's the summer and you're fresh from a dip in Coney Island, when it's the winter and you need comfort, the pies at L&B are unbeatable. We're a pizza city but I haven't found anything that beats the pillowy dough, the sweet tomato sauce and the mozz of a classic Sicilian square at L&B. (During the summer, the move is to sit outside with your pizza then order the Italian ice. During the colder months, the newly remodeled dining room is plenty welcoming.)

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Fini Pizza is a down-to-earth slice shop located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, known for its delicious New York style pizzas. The restaurant, owned by Sean Feeney, prides itself on classic, yet distinctive pizzas, with the tomato pie being a crowd favorite. With a simple and welcoming atmosphere, Fini Pizza is a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic New York pizza experience.

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Will Guidara

Restaurateur – New York City, USA

My favorite tomato pie in the city. A NYC slice joint with a twist.Fini Pizza in Williamsburg is owned by Sean Feeney and is just awesome in many ways. It’s your NYC slice joint, but with a twist. They’re not trying to be fancy or innovative, just delicious and New York proud. Their tomato pie is the best in the city.

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