ZipPicks Awards
Best Pizza in Harlem
Master Critic Review
Fresh Hot Pizza
7.7
Fresh Hot Pizza is a straightforward 125th Street slice shop used by locals for fast, filling cheese and pepperoni slices, heroes, and late-night delivery at lower prices. It leans on New York–style basics rather than specialty pies, but consistency on the classics has made it a regular stop for nearby residents and workers.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese slice, Pepperoni slice, Chicken parm hero
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 7
Consistency: 7.4
Food Quality: 7.8
Atmosphere: 6.2
Cultural Relevance: 7.1
What makes it special: Low-frills Harlem slice counter focused on quick, inexpensive classic pies and heroes right on 125th.
Who should go: Budget-minded locals grabbing fast slices or takeout.
When to visit: Lunch rush or early evening when pies are turning over quickly.
What to order: Regular or pepperoni slice plus a chicken parm hero if you’re hungry.
Insider tip: Timing your visit just after a fresh pie comes out pays off with hotter, crisper slices at the same low price.