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Motorino Pizza
ZipPicks Awards
Best Italian in Williamsburg
Best Family Friendly Italian in Williamsburg
Best Family Friendly Pizza in Williamsburg
Master Critic Review
Motorino Pizza
8.0
Chef Mathieu Palombino's acclaimed Neapolitan pizzeria features wood-fired pies in an airy space near the Williamsburg Bridge. The brussels sprouts pizza originated here, and the careful attention to quality ingredients distinguishes each charred, blistered pie.
Must-Try Dishes:
Brussels Sprouts Pizza, Margherita DOC, Soppressata Piccante
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 8
Food Quality: 8.5
Atmosphere: 7.8
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: The original brussels sprouts pizza and authentic Neapolitan technique since 2006
Who should go: Neapolitan purists and outdoor diners
When to visit: Weekday lunch for $16 prix-fixe with salad and pizza
What to order: Brussels sprouts pizza, soppressata, roasted peppers
Insider tip: Family-style prix-fixe includes unlimited pizza for groups of 6+
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Broadway and side streets; located on pedestrian plaza near Williamsburg Bridge makes access easy but parking competitive evenings
Dress code: Casual - laid-back neighborhood pizzeria vibe; jeans and sneakers fine
Noise level: Moderate - music can get loud but layout keeps it manageable; good for conversation at most tables
Weekend wait: 20-40 min without reservation; book via Resy for guaranteed seating
Weekday lunch: No wait typically; walk right in for the $20 prix fixe
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - multiple options including margherita, stracciatella, cremini mushroom (can omit sausage), and marinara pizzas plus salads
Vegan options: Yes - dedicated vegan pizzas: La Vegana (tomato, Blackbird plant sausage, broccoli rabe) and Vegan Cremini with NUMU vegan mozzarella
Gluten-free options: No - traditional Neapolitan dough only; no GF crust available
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Excellent choice - candlelit ambiance, airy space with open wood-fired oven view, and affordable all-$40 bottle wine list make it romantic without being stuffy. Reviews specifically praise it for dates and conversation.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Usually yes for parties under 6. Larger groups should book via Resy or email info@motorinopizza.com. Weekend dinners can have waits; weekday lunch walks right in.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes - Yelp marks it 'Good for kids' and Time Out recommends for families. Simple margherita appeals to picky eaters. The weekday lunch prix fixe ($20 for salad + pizza) is particularly family-friendly.
Best For
Better for: Authentic Neapolitan technique with 72-hour fermented dough; the original brussels sprouts pizza you've seen copied everywhere; serious vegan options with dedicated plant-based pies; value-driven group dining with unlimited pizza prix fixe
Skip if: You need gluten-free pizza (no GF crust available); you want NY-style slices (this is whole-pie Neapolitan only); you hate charred crusts with leopard spotting