The best pizza on either side of Italy can be found in New York City, and while opinionated New Yorkers are quite particular about their pies we offer you a number of top selections to choose from.
Amorina(718) 230-3030
624 Vanderbilt Ave,
Brooklyn, NY, 11238
Casual neighborhood restaurant in Prospect Heights, specializing in thin crust, Roman-style pizza and hearty homemade pasta.
Bleecker Street Pizza(212) 924-4466
69 7th Ave,
New York, NY, 10011
Considered by many to be the best pizza in the city, the plain slices may be just that.
Co. (Jim Lahey's Pizzeria)(212) 243-1105
230 Ninth Avenue,
New York, NY, 10011
Relative newcomer, this Jim Lahey joint took the city by storm and has near-perfect pies.
Denino's Pizzeria Tavern(718) 442-9401
524 Port Richmond Ave,
Staten Island, NY, 10302
Consistently rated among the city's best pizzeria's, Denino's makes a thin crust pie with fresh ingredients to die for. Family run since… forever!
Di Fara Pizzeria(718) 258-1367
1424 Avenue J,
Brooklyn, NY, 11230
Midwood—and perhaps Brooklyn's—best pizza, with a diabolically crisp crust and sumptuous cheese and toppings.
Franny's(718) 230-0221
295 Flatbush Ave,
Brooklyn, NY, 11217
One of the most fun things about this wonderful establishment (in addition to the superb artisanal wood-oven pizzas) is ordering their homemade sodas, created with seltzer and infused syrups. A great throwback to old New York.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria(718) 858-4300
1 Front St,
Brooklyn, NY, 11201
Coal-oven pizza truly meets its maker at this seriously popular pizzeria.
John's Pizzeria(212) 243-1680
278 Bleecker St,
New York, NY, 10014
One of New York's most beloved pizza joints, John's does not serve slices, so wait in line, get a table, and enjoy one of the best pies this side of heaven.
Keste Pizzeria(212) 366-0635
271 Bleecker St,
New York, NY, 10014
A painstakingly faithful Neapolitan pizzeria, complete with a certified, authentic Italian oven, that creates glorious pizzas. From your standard cheese pizza to one laden with cheese-infused zucchini, it's exactly the ki
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L'asso(212) 219-2353
41 Kenmare St,
New York, NY, 10012
A definite contender in the ever-escalating pizza wars in New York, L'asso features a wood-burning brick oven and a selection of gourmet toppings and other Italian fare.
Lombardi's Pizza(212) 941-7994
32 Spring St,
New York, NY, 10012
Opened in 1897 just down the street from its present location, Lombardi's is one of the city's oldest eateries. Now, since taking over the space next door, the restaurant has almost doubled its former size. And while the original half--with its well-worn booths and open kitchen--easily out-charms the new dining room, the famously long wait has been cut in half, and thanks to the addition of a bar, it's almost a pleasure.
Lucali(718) 858-4086
575 Henry St,
Brooklyn, NY, 11231
An unassuming and brilliantly postured pizza place in Carroll Gardens that offers hand-crafted pizza of the freshest and tastiest order. Rated among the best in the city as well as the country.
Maffei Pizza(212) 929-0949
688 Ave of the Americas,
New York, NY, 10010
Maffei's consistently turns out an excellent pie, whether regular or Sicilian, and is worth a special trip. Also check out the daily specials, as well as the legendary lunchtime Italian seafood dishes.
Motorino CLOSED(718) 599-8899
319 Graham Ave,
Brooklyn, NY, 11211
The original Williamsburg location was shuttered in the summer of 2011 owing to their building's structural instability (through no fault of the restaurant). Owner Mathieu Palombino addressed the problem as being tha more... 
Patsy's Pizzeria(646) 486-7400
318 W 23rd St,
New York, NY, 10011
Now with several branches, legendary Patsy's has an extraordinary crust, delicate toppings, and a terrific bite. One of the best pies you'll find anywhere.
Pomodora Pizzeria(212) 343-8596
51 Spring St,
New York, NY, 10012
An excellent pizza place on the corner of Spring and Mulberry (an AMAZING place for people watching as it's just down the street from the building where John Mayer, Tyra Banks, and Kirsten Dunst stay). They're famous for their Vodka Pizza slice, with slightly spicy vodka sauce, fresh tomatoes, and fresh mozzarella.
Posto212-716-1200
310 2nd Ave,
New York, NY, 10003
Outpost of the popular thin-crust joint Gruppo.
Roberta's Pizza(718) 417-1118
261 Moore St,
Brooklyn, NY, 11206
Artisanal pizza on the borders of Williamsburg and Bushwick.
Serafina On Lafayette(212) 995-9595
393 Lafayette St,
New York, NY, 10003
Serafina is a famous NYC restaurant and has several locations, but the first and most delicious is the Fabulous Pizza branch on Madison Ave. between 78th and 79th. Any kind of their thin crust pizza is the best thin crust pizza you'll ever find in this city. But at $16 for a personal pie, you better not check your appetite at the door.
Totonno Pizzeria Napolitano(718) 372-8606
1524 Neptune Ave,
Brooklyn, NY, 11224
Along with Lombardi's of Spring Street, Totonno's vies for being the best and among the oldest pizzerias in New York. Many purists swear this is the best pie you'll ever find.
Two Boots Pizza(212) 254-1919
42 Avenue A,
New York, NY, 10009
Some of New York's most wonderful pizza in a hip East Village location. Two Boots pies feature a tangy sauce with plenty of zip, lots of delightful and creative toppings to choose from along with a fine cornmeal crust. Think Italy meets New Orleans.
Zero Otto Nove(718) 220-1887
2357 Arthur Ave,
Bronx, NY, 10458
Roberto Paciullo's Salerno-centric Italian restaurant. A relative newcomer, Roberto has had the restaurant off Arthur Avenue for about ten years, and has no plans to leave the neighborhood, which he likens to a small town
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