There is absolutely no chance at all that you might come down to New York the ‘Capital of the World’ and not try one of America’s all time favorite foods? The pizza is originally an Italian dish but it has taken a life of its own here. From regional varieties to vending machines at gas stations that heat up a frozen slice of pizza and serve it as you pop in money! One of the most distinctively famous styled pizzas is the New York pizza which large international chains like Pizza Hut, Dominoes, Papa Jones’s etc. offer as a separate entity. Popularized in the early 1900’s this type of pizza is known for its thin, large, wide and foldable shape. The traditional toppings are simply light tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese with any additional topping hand tossed on top. Usually considered a street snack but if you’re a visitor then we have several recommendations for you. Book your cheap flights to New York while we list out the top spots with the most authentic New York pizza.
Lombardi’s Pizza: Known for being America’s first ‘Pizzeria’ this place first introduced to America the Napoletana staple food over a 100 years ago. Also known as the birthplace of the New York Pizza this spot is iconic and a must visit for every pizza lover. The front wall is adorned by a picture of Mona Lisa holding a large pizza in her hands. They are also known for their amazing deli sandwiches and bagels but the reason they were so famous was because of their brick walled coal oven styled authentic pizzas. Located at 32 Spring St. SoHo neighborhood.
Grimaldi’s Pizzeria: Once you cross Brooklyn bridge and go down pier 1 at the Brooklyn Bridge Park to observe the Manhattan skyline, a heavenly scent will fill up your nostrils; that is of a coal oven fresh pizza being served at the Grimaldi’s Pizzeria. This place offers a one-of-a-kind experience that you don’t want to miss out on. Situated at 19 Old Fulton St. Brooklyn.
Di Fara Pizza: All the best deals can be found in Brooklyn and if you want to get the best live action try the Di Fara’s where Dom DeMarco will personally make each pizza pie for you by hand right in front of you. It is quite an experience watching this pizza master at work as he flips the dough high in the air. The pizza is then served piping hot. Be careful not to burn your tongue! The setting is Spartan and it’s known for both their Sicilian square and traditional pies. Situated at 1424 Avenue J, Brooklyn.
L&B Spumoni Gardens: If you don’t mind a subway ride to the best outdoor family joint with the best pizza then you will love the Bensonhurst neighborhood style outdoor pizzeria. Their menu is full of red-sauce Italian cuisine, Sicilian pie and spumoni. Located at 2757 86th Street, Brooklyn.
Joe’s Pizza: Last but not the least is Joe’s Pizza at 7 Carmine Street, Greenwich Village, NYC. This tiny little pizza spot has attracted quite a few celebrities out on the hunt for the perfect New York pizza Founded in 1975 by Pino ‘Joe’ Pozzuoli, the service still hasn’t changed because even at 73 years of age Joe Pozzuoli still owns and operates the restaurant himself. The experience is to be celebrated so hurry up or it might be too late.
Other honorable mentions include, John’s Pizzeria on Times Square, Totonno’s on Coney Island, Patsy’s Pizzeria in East Harlem and Nick’s Pizza in Forest Hills, Queens. New York is full of pizza places around every corner stone but these places pull their weight in authenticity and experience and are worth the visit if you are looking for a true New Yorker experience.
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