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EXPLORE NYC | | | | | | | 117 W 57th St
New York,
NY
10019
212-333-4333 | | | | | Description: MIDTOWN WEST. Folks who frequent this West 50s joint claim the brick-oven fired pizzas are the real thing.
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| 217 Eldridge St
New York,
NY
10012
212-253-9199 | | | | | Description: LOWER EAST SIDE. One block below Houston and just a short walk from Little Italy, ápizz (pronounced "ah-beet") is housed in an assuming storefront that, inside, belies the restaurant's urban environs. Indeed, the intimate dining area is centered around a wood-burning brick oven, and the food ... well, the food is the stuff that makes for an unforgettable evening. Take one bite into their homemade gnocchi with honey-braised prime beef short ribs, and you'll easily see this is so. TRAIN: F, V to 2nd Ave
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| 1424 Ave J
Brooklyn,
NY
11230
718-258-1367 | | | | | Description: BROOKLYN. Bring your green to this Brooklyn pizzeria (they don't do plastic) ... Bring a strong appetite, too, as you'll want to sit down and eat one of owner Dominick DeMarco's hand-made pies all by your lonesome self. And why not? From the imported ingredients he uses (even the dough is from Italy) down to the special attention he pays each pie, it's easy to see why this casual little shop stays as busy as it does six days a week. TRAIN: Q to Ave J
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| 295 Flatbush Ave
Brooklyn,
NY
11217
718-230-0221 | | | | | Description: BROOKLYN. Looking for the best pizza in Prospect Heights? Thanks to several stops along the way to restaurateurship, Andrew and Francine Feinberg certainly know their stuff (they both worked at the Savoy, he in the kitchen and she as a server). These days, they deliver dishes and artisan pizzas prepared using organic, locally-grown ingredients. The results, of course, are absolutely magnificent how about a pie topped with tomato, mozzarella and house-made fennel sausage? TRAIN: 2, 3 to Bergen St; Q to 7th Ave; 4, 5, N, R to Pacific St-Atlantic Ave
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| 408 E 64th St
New York,
NY
10021
212-935-2895 | | | | | Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. This 64th Street pizzeria (there are also locations in the West Village and Theatre District) serves authentic brick-oven pizzas known for their crisp crusts and savory sauces. Choose from tantalizing toppings such as fresh garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, pork sausage, basil, anchovies and ricotta. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 59th St; 6 to 68th St-Hunter College
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| 32 Spring St
New York,
NY
10012
212-941-7994 | | | | | Description: NOLITA. If this is your first time in New York, then you are obligated to sample some "real" New York pizza before you leave. Just so you know, this place, the first licensed pizzeria in the Big Apple, serves up just about the best there is. Poll the neighborhood folks, and you'll find nothing but raves for their Lombardi's coal-oven pies. All their toppings are fresh, all the sauces tangy and all the cheeses sublime Fuggetaboutit! TRAIN: 6 to Spring St
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| 1814 2nd Ave
New York,
NY
10128
212-987-5700 | | | | | Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. Nick's is the type of joint that comes to mind whenever somebody says "New York pizzeria." This popular lunch destination boasts cozy 1950s-style black booths and an inviting open kitchen. Here, pizza is king, and this is thin-crust pizza at its best. For dessert, don't pass up their cannoli you'd never live with yourself if you did. No slices, whole pies only! Cash only. TRAIN: E, F, G, R to 71st Ave
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| 186 Ave B
New York,
NY
10009
212-995-2100 | | | | | Description: EAST VILLAGE. The brick-oven pies served up at this Alphabet City standout are certainly worth all the attention they garnered in recent years. There's nothing fancy or kicky about the decor it's just a NYC pizzeria with a few tables and really consistent roster of regulars. What more do you need? Here, the crispy rusts are paper-thin and the toppings are always fresh a delicious combination that explains why the place's popularity extends far past the confines of the Village. Great salads, too. TRAIN: L to 1st Ave-14th St
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| 1476 Hylan Blvd
Staten Island,
NY
10305
718-980-3113 | | | | | Description: STATEN ISLAND. One of Staten Island's most well kept secrets (well, almost!), this authentic Southern Italian restaurant specializes in traditional Old Country entrées prepared just the way your mother would prefer. The restaurant, which can get lively at times, offers just what you'd expect from a Staten joint colorful but excellent service and tremendous food. Indeed, the pasta portions are plentiful, the homemade meatballs magnificent and the pizza pies positively perfect. Dinner reservations suggested. SIRT to Dongan Hills or Old Town
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| 349 E 12th St
New York,
NY
10003
212-477-9950 | | | | | Description: EAST VILLAGE. San Marzano tomatoes, fresh basil and garlic, oregano, and extra virgin oil If that list doesn't get your taste buds ready for "pizze," then nothing will. Specializing in four types of wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, Una has little trouble drawing crowds when they throw open their doors on Thursday nights. Indeed, it seems folks anxiously wait all week to sink their teeth into the bianca, filetti, margherita or marinara specialty pies. A handful of Italian beer and wine selections are available as well. TRAIN: L to 1st Ave
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