Whether you stop by for a slice, or order whole pies for your party, here are some suggestions for super-pizzas uptown, downtown and all around the town in NYC.
Rizzos (Upper East and Lower East Side) What started in Astoria in 1959 is still going strong in Queens and also has locations in Manhattan. Visit Rizzo's for the original square pie that made them famous. Web address: www.rizzosfinepizza.com.
Pizza Italia (Chelsea) They are home to the famous "Grandma Pizza" using a special family sauce recipe. This popular spot has been a favorite of New Yorkers since since 1992 and is newly relocated to the Chelsea neighborhood from the Financial District. Try their Sausage and Broccoli Rabe, Chicken Marsala or choose one of your own favorites. Web address: www.pizaitalianyc.com
Tavola (Hell's Kitchen) This wood-oven trattoria is the home of perfectly presented pizzas that include classic styles like their Greek pizza, Greco and specialties that include great taste combinations like their Brussel Sprouts & Smoked Pancetta pie. Web address: www.tavolahellskitchen.com
Pizzetteria Brunetti (West Village) Pizzaiola, Jason Brunnetti has a great menu of distinctive pies that includes house specialties like Vongole with fresh shucked and chopped Long Island clams, Mary's Meatball Pizza and Tea's Pizza with burrata and gorgonzola cheese, truffle oil, cherry tomatoes, proscuitto and arugula. Web address: www.pizzetteriabrunetti.com.
Artichoke Basile (3 NYC Locations) This well-known spot makes our list with their signature pie that combines thick crust, tender artichokes, spinach, rich cream sauce and cheeses. One slice is a whole meal. Web address: www.artichokepizza.
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