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$1.50 Fresh Pizza
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$1.50 Fresh Pizza
7.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Late Night Legends
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A no-frills Canal Street slice counter that wins on price-to-satisfaction when the pies are moving fast. The best play is to keep it classic, eat immediately, and treat it like an efficient fuel stop rather than a destination sit-down.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese Slice, Pepperoni Slice, Buffalo Chicken Slice
Scores:
Value: 9
Service: 7.1
Consistency: 7.4
Food Quality: 7.6
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 7.1
What makes it special: Ultra-low-cost slices that hit best fresh from the oven.
Who should go: Budget eaters who still want a real NY slice
When to visit: Busy hours when slices turn over quickly
What to order: Cheese, pepperoni, buffalo chicken
Insider tip: Buy what you’ll eat right away—freshness matters more than variety here.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is very limited and competitive; plan to walk, bike, or use public transit.
Dress code: Anything goes—casual, streetwear, work clothes, or late-night attire all fit.
Noise level: Moderate to loud during busy hours; quick conversations are fine, lingering chats less so.
Weekend wait: 5–10 minutes during peak rushes, mostly line-based rather than seated waits.
Weekday lunch: Little to no wait outside of brief lunchtime spikes.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—cheese slices and occasional vegetable toppings are available.
Vegan options: Very limited—no vegan cheese; sauce-only slices may be possible but not guaranteed.
Gluten-free options: No—standard wheat crust only, with no gluten-free alternatives.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal for a traditional first date—it’s more of a quick bite than a place to linger, but it can work as a casual, late-night slice stop.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There’s no reservation system and limited seating—expect to stand, grab, and go.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids who like simple pizza; no high chairs or kid-specific amenities.
Best For
Better for: Beating almost anywhere in the neighborhood on price and speed when you want a hot slice fast.
Skip if: You’re looking for high-quality ingredients, specialty pies, or a sit-down pizza experience.
$1.50 Fresh Pizza
7.5
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Late Night Legends
A pure budget slice counter where the value is the point—fast turnaround, hot slices, and a no-frills rhythm on Canal Street. Best for a quick refuel when you care more about cost and speed than nuance.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese slice, Pepperoni slice, Sicilian slice
Scores:
Value: 9.2
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7
Food Quality: 7.1
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 6.9
What makes it special: Ultra-budget slices that still land hot and filling.
Who should go: Budget-first eaters who want pizza immediately
When to visit: Late afternoon or late night for fastest service
What to order: Cheese slice, pepperoni slice, Sicilian slice
Insider tip: Ask what just came out and take that slice first.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is very limited and unpredictable; plan on walking, biking, or using the subway.
Dress code: Anything goes — casual streetwear, work clothes, or post-night-out attire all fit.
Noise level: Low to moderate — mostly counter noise and street sounds, not designed for lingering conversations.
Weekend wait: 5–10 minutes depending on foot traffic; usually just a short line.
Weekday lunch: No wait or 2–5 minutes max.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — cheese and basic veggie slices are always available.
Vegan options: Limited — occasionally sauce-only slices; no dedicated vegan cheese.
Gluten-free options: No — standard wheat crust only.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal — it’s purely functional with no seating vibe, better as a quick bite than a social stop.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There’s no real table service — expect counter ordering and minimal or no seating.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids who can eat standing or quickly; not stroller-friendly or designed for families lingering.
Best For
Better for: Beating almost any nearby option on raw price, speed, and late-night reliability.
Skip if: You want quality-driven slices, seating, or a place to hang — choose a sit-down or artisan slice shop instead.
$1.50 Fresh Pizza
7.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Late Night Legends
Family Friendly Favorites
A pure value slice counter for families who need fast calories and minimal decision time. It’s not a destination pie, but it’s a strong tactical play for a quick reset between plans—especially when kids just want straightforward cheese and you want to spend your money elsewhere. Go in with the right expectations and it delivers.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese slice, Pepperoni slice, Sicilian slice
Scores:
Value: 9
Service: 7.2
Consistency: 7.5
Food Quality: 7.4
Atmosphere: 6
Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Ultra-budget slices that solve hunger fast in a busy area.
Who should go: Families on a tight budget or tight schedule
When to visit: Late afternoon to avoid the biggest rush
What to order: Cheese, pepperoni, sicilian
Insider tip: Buy a few slices first—add more only if you still need it.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: No on-site parking; street parking is extremely limited in SoHo and not recommended. Public transit or walking is the easiest option.
Dress code: Very casual — streetwear, jeans, anything goes.
Noise level: Loud — constant foot traffic and quick in-and-out ordering; not built for conversation.
Weekend wait: 5–15 minutes depending on line; turnover is fast.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait or a very short line.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — cheese slices and plain Sicilian are standard.
Vegan options: No — no vegan cheese or dedicated vegan options.
Gluten-free options: No — all slices are standard wheat crust with no gluten-free alternatives.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? No — it’s purely functional. Great for grabbing food fast, but not a place to linger or connect.
Can I get a table without a reservation? There’s no real table service. Expect to stand, eat quickly, or take slices to go.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes for older kids who just want pizza fast. No high chairs or seating, so it’s best for quick stops rather than sit-down meals.
Best For
Better for: Ultra-cheap, fast slices when price and speed matter more than quality or atmosphere.
Skip if: You want seating, higher-quality pizza, dietary flexibility, or a relaxed family meal experience.