Best Cheap Pizza Restaurants in East Village (10009)
5 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
GRUPPO NYC Thin Crust Pizza
Ultra-thin crust that stays crisp and toppings that stay balanced.
Notable Picks
8.4
A long-running Avenue B thin-crust specialist that’s best treated like a fast, shareable sit-down pie with a crisp snap and clean toppings. The room is casual but lively, so it works for both a quick date or a low-drama group dinner when you want pizza that eats lighter than the average slice shop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Thin-crust Margherita, Arugula-topped thin-crust pie, Sausage and pepper thin-crust pie
What makes it special: Ultra-thin crust that stays crisp and toppings that stay balanced.
8.4
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Late Night Legends
A square-slice-first neighborhood shop that leans on crisp edges, a balanced red sauce, and a steady rotation of pies that hold up for grab-and-go. It’s best when you treat it like a slice bar: pick one classic, one topping-forward option, and keep the pace quick.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sicilian square slice, Vodka slice, Pepperoni square slice
What makes it special: Crisp, satisfying square slices built for fast, reliable slice decisions.
Worthy Picks
A longtime East Village counter spot built around a playful topping lineup and fast, dependable slices. This is for cravings and convenience—pick one signature slice with a heavier topping profile and one simple red-sauce slice to keep the meal from getting too rich.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy topping signature slice, Pepperoni slice, Mushroom slice
What makes it special: Fast slices with a distinctly playful topping style and a true neighborhood cadence.
7.7
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
A small Avenue B slice shop that prioritizes straightforward pies and a quick in-and-out experience. It shines as a neighborhood fallback when you want a hot slice with minimal friction—keep it classic and don’t overcomplicate the order.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese slice, Pepperoni slice, Margherita-style pie
What makes it special: A simple, reliable slice shop that stays focused on speed and basics.
#5
Unik Pizza
7.7
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A late-hours slice counter that prioritizes speed and convenience over destination energy, making it a solid ‘need pizza now’ option on the east side. Stick to the straightforward pies and eat immediately—this is best as functional, hot-from-the-oven comfort rather than a sit-down moment.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese slice, Pepperoni slice, Garlic knots
What makes it special: Late hours on E 14th for no-drama pizza runs.