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Famous Original Ray's Pizza
$ · Pizza

462 Columbus Ave, New York, NY 10024
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Best Pizza in Upper West Side

Vibe Check this spot

Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Famous Original Ray's Pizza 8.3
Upper West Side (Central)
Vibes: Late Night Legends Comfort Food Classics Quick Bites Champions Group Dining Gatherings
The Upper West Side outpost of Famous Original Ray's is a big, old-school counter with 1980s-era decor, a long line of pies, and late-night hours. It’s a dependable stop for oversized New York slices, garlic knots, and whole pies when you want classic flavors and lots of seating.
Must-Try Dishes: Regular cheese slice, MVP specialty pizza, Sicilian square slice
Scores:
Value: 8.2 Service: 7.2 Consistency: 8.6 Food Quality: 8.3 Atmosphere: 6.3 Cultural Relevance: 8.4
What makes it special: Long-running, late-night slice institution with classic NYC counter energy.
Who should go: Visitors and locals craving big, old-school New York slices.
When to visit: Late nights after bars, movies, or Central Park walks.
What to order: Regular cheese slice, MVP pizza, garlic knots.
Insider tip: Grab a booth inside; turnover is fast even when lines look long.