Best Late Night Pizza Restaurants in East Village (10009)
7 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: January 2026
Our Top Pick
Village Square Pizza
Crisp, satisfying square slices built for fast, reliable slice decisions.
Notable Picks
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.
8.1
A slice counter that leans into rich toppings—especially burrata—making it a strong late-night choice when you want something creamy, filling, and a bit more composed than a standard cheese slice. Best used as a two-slice move: one signature burrata slice plus one classic to balance the richness.
Must-Try Dishes:
Burrata basil slice, Sicilian slice, Eggplant-and-burrata slice
What makes it special: Burrata-forward slices that feel like a late-night upgrade.
8.0
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A neighborhood slice shop that’s most useful after hours: reliable slices, quick turnaround, and a straightforward menu that works when you just need pizza without debate. Strongest as a grab-and-go play—one specialty slice plus one classic—so you get flavor without slowing down the counter.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grandma slice, Buffalo chicken slice, Classic cheese slice
What makes it special: Dependable late-night slices with a strong grandma-and-specialty lineup.
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.
7.8
A true late-night utility shop on Avenue A—open deep into the night—where the pizza is the practical move when you need something hot and filling without a sit-down. Best when you keep it simple: one or two slices and you’re out, before the order turns into a long wait.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese slice, Vodka sauce slice, Pepperoni slice
What makes it special: Avenue A late-night hours with hot slices when most places close.
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.
#7
Unik Pizza
7.5
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A late-hours option on E 14th that’s positioned for pure convenience—when you want pizza after midnight and care more about speed than ceremony. Treat it as a simple, functional stop: a classic slice plus one topping, eaten fresh, so the experience stays crisp and straightforward.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese slice, Pepperoni slice, Garlic knots
What makes it special: Late hours on E 14th for no-drama pizza runs.