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Best Family Friendly Pizza Restaurants in Long Island City (11101)

4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: January 2026

Our Top Pick
Manetta's Ristorante
Wood-fired pizza and classic pastas in a true LIC local standby.

Notable Picks

$$ Hunters Point
Manetta’s is a Long Island City staple with decades of serving traditional Italian dishes. It's a great spot for family-friendly meals, offering generous portions of classic pasta and pizza.
Must-Try Dishes: Margherita pizza, Eggplant parmigiana, Gnocchi
What makes it special: Wood-fired pizza and classic pastas in a true LIC local standby.
$ Hunters Point
Centro Pizza Bar offers a casual, family-friendly dining experience with budget-friendly pizza options. The straightforward menu and cozy atmosphere make it ideal for quick family meals.
Must-Try Dishes: Plain cheese slice/pie, Pepperoni pie, Caesar salad
What makes it special: Reliable neighborhood pizza with an easy bar-and-slice setup.
8.4
$$$ Long Island City
A classic-leaning Italian dining room with a menu that does its best work on nightly specials and old-school favorites. The vibe is date-friendly without being formal, and the kitchen’s strengths show up in seafood pastas, veal, and desserts that feel made for lingering.
Must-Try Dishes: Branzino, Burrata, Tiramisu
What makes it special: Specials-driven Italian cooking with a patio and a classic LIC feel.
8.2
$$ Long Island City
A pizza-forward Italian spot with big ceilings, a full bar, and a backyard that makes it feel like a neighborhood hangout with room to breathe. The move is to treat it as a pizza-and-a-few-plates night, leaning into the pies and letting the bar carry the pacing.
Must-Try Dishes: Neapolitan-style pizza, Pesto pasta, Panna cotta
What makes it special: Pizza-first Italian with a big bar and a standout backyard space.