Best Pizza Restaurants in East Village (10009)
8 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.
8.3
A sit-down pizzeria that favors a thin, crackly crust and a more dinner-ready rhythm than a pure slice joint. The move is a full pie plus one pasta or starter—enough variety to feel like a meal without losing the pizza as the main event.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic thin-crust pie, Tri-pie (three-style pie), Penne alla vodka
What makes it special: Thin, crisp pies in a true sit-down pizzeria format.
8.2
A thin-crust specialist where the appeal is crisp structure, clean toppings, and a dining-room pace that still feels casual. It’s strongest when you order two contrasting pies—one classic red-sauce, one topping-driven—and let the thin crust do the heavy lifting.
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.
8.1
A culture-mashup pizzeria that leans into bold flavor combinations while keeping the base pizza fundamentals intact. The best play is one signature, spice-leaning pie plus a simpler second option so the table stays balanced.
Must-Try Dishes:
Tandoori-style chicken pizza, Paneer-topped pizza, Classic cheese pie
What makes it special: Indian-leaning flavors applied thoughtfully to pizza format.
8.0
A Tokyo-Neapolitan-leaning pizza room with a tighter, more curated menu and a pairing-friendly drink program. The best experience is to treat it like a tasting: start with a classic pie for baseline, then add one seasonal or house specialty.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, Seasonal specialty pizza, Beer pairing flight
What makes it special: Neapolitan-leaning pies designed for thoughtful pairings and a curated night out.
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
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
A no-frills slice counter that hits when you want classic New York texture—thin crust, solid reheating, and a fast rhythm. It’s best as a late-night or quick solo stop: one slice that’s topping-forward and one simple cheese for balance.
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.
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.