Best Group Dining Gatherings Pizza Restaurants in Dumbo
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Juliana's
Coal-oven pies from Patsy Grimaldi at his original bridge-side address.
Notable Picks
#1
Juliana's
8.9
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Trendy Table Hotspots
Juliana's, founded by coal-oven legend Patsy Grimaldi in 2012, serves thin, blistered New York-style pies baked in an 800°F coal oven under the Brooklyn Bridge. Lines form for classics like the Margherita and white pie, which locals and visitors treat as a benchmark for Dumbo pizza.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, White pie with mozzarella and garlic, Pepperoni and sausage Special No. 1
What makes it special: Coal-oven pies from Patsy Grimaldi at his original bridge-side address.
8.6
Vibes:
Comfort Food Classics
Group Dining Gatherings
Family Friendly Favorites
Birthday & Celebration Central
Grimaldi's flagship under the bridge remains a classic New York stop for coal-fired pies with a crackling crust and tangy sauce. Tourists and longtime regulars pack the multi-level space for big family-style pizzas and old-school New York ambiance.
Must-Try Dishes:
Traditional coal-fired Margherita pizza, Pepperoni pizza, Calzone with ricotta and mozzarella
What makes it special: Long-running coal-oven institution that helped put DUMBO pizza on the map.
8.1
Ignazio's sits just off the waterfront near the Brooklyn Bridge, serving gas-fired brick-oven pies with both classic and creative topping combinations. It draws a mix of locals and visitors who want sit-down service, big salads, and specialty pies without the coal-oven crowds next door.
Must-Try Dishes:
Siciliana pizza, Shrimp pizza with bacon and roasted peppers, Tex Mex specialty pizza
What makes it special: Brick-oven pies with creative toppings a short stroll from the bridge.