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Pizza Restaurants in NYC: What Makes a Great New York Pizzeria?
If you're searching for the best pizza restaurants in NYC, you'll quickly discover there are thousands of places claiming to serve authentic New York pizza. From neighborhood slice shops to historic pizzerias, New York City's pizza scene is unlike anywhere else in the world. So what separates a truly great pizza restaurant from the rest? At East Village Pizza, we believe it comes down to quality ingredients, consistency, craftsmanship, and the kind of neighborhood experience
F. Kabatas
1 day ago4 min read


Best Pizza in Manhattan (2026 Local Guide)
New York City has thousands of pizza spots, but when people search for the best pizza in Manhattan, they’re usually looking for something specific: an authentic New York slice, late-night energy, crispy crust, quality ingredients, and the kind of neighborhood spot locals actually return to. From classic thin-crust slices to Sicilian squares and viral NYC pizza moments, Manhattan continues to be one of the best places in the world to grab a slice. Here’s our local guide to som
F. Kabatas
Jun 154 min read


East Village Pizza’s Viral 11-Cent Slice Deal Took Over NYC During the Knicks’ NBA Finals Run
New York Knicks Game 4 Offer: $0.11 A Slice New York pizza and Knicks basketball might be the most NYC combination possible. After the New York Knicks won Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals and took a 3-1 lead, East Village Pizza launched a viral promotion that quickly spread across Instagram, Google, and local NYC food pages. 11-Cent Pizza Slices for Knicks Fans Inspired by Knicks superstar Jalen Brunson (#11), East Village Pizza offered 11-cent cheese slices after the Game 4 win
F. Kabatas
Jun 142 min read


Pizza in Manhattan: Why Locals Still Search for the Perfect NYC Slice
If you search for “pizza NYC,” “pizza in Manhattan,” or even “pizza near me,” you’ll quickly realize one thing: New York takes pizza seriously. From late-night slices after concerts to quick lunch breaks in the East Village, pizza is part of everyday life in Manhattan. But not every slice is created equal. At East Village Pizza, we’ve spent years focused on what makes a true New York slice stand out: long-fermented dough, quality ingredients, balanced sauce, crispy crust, and
F. Kabatas
May 213 min read


Discover NYC Late-Night Pizza: Your Guide to the Best Late-Night Food Spots in New York City
When the city that never sleeps calls your name at midnight, you need more than just any food - you want the food. New York City’s late-night food scene is legendary, and nothing captures that vibe better than authentic New York-style pizza. Imagine oversized slices with crispy crusts, cheese pulls that stretch for days, and the warm glow of ovens baking fresh dough in the heart of the East Village. This is where the real late-night magic happens. Whether you’re wandering the
F. Kabatas
May 74 min read


I'm Open Until 5 in the Morning on Weekends
East Village Pizza is open until 3AM Sunday–Thursday and 4:30AM Friday–Saturday. Same 72-hour dough. Same Baker's Pride oven. Real New York pizza after midnight at 145 1st Avenue.
F. Kabatas
Apr 101 min read


The Corner of 1st and 9th - Best Slice Near You
East Village Pizza has been at the corner of 1st Avenue and 9th Street since 1997. Frank Kabatas on 27 years at the same address, the same neighborhood, and why that matters.
F. Kabatas
Apr 101 min read


My Dough Takes 72 Hours
Frank Kabatas on the 72-hour fermentation process, the Baker's Pride oven, and why the specific decisions behind East Village Pizza's dough haven't changed since 2003.
F. Kabatas
Apr 102 min read


I Spent Six Months Getting the Double Stacked Pizza Right
The Double Stack wasn't a concept. It was six months of daily experiments, live on camera. Frank Kabatas on how East Village Pizza's signature dish was actually built.
F. Kabatas
Apr 101 min read
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