Best Quick Bites Champions Italian Restaurants in Garment District
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Upside Pizza
Naturally leavened sourdough crust with daily house-made mozzarella
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Upside Pizza
7.9
This 90s-throwback slice joint near Port Authority elevates the NYC pizza experience with naturally leavened sourdough crusts and homemade mozzarella pulled daily. Creative specialty slices like the Falcowitz with lemon-cream sauce and the Fuzzy Dunlop with pickled peppers have earned Grub Street recognition.
Must-Try Dishes:
Falcowitz Slice, Pepperoni Papi, Detroit Square Slice
What makes it special: Naturally leavened sourdough crust with daily house-made mozzarella
7.8
This authentic Italian pasticceria brings bomboloni culture to Midtown with giant cream-filled donuts, flaky croissants, and fresh focaccia sandwiches baked throughout the day. The pistachio cream creations and signature Zeppola with Nutella have built a loyal following among locals and commuters.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pistachio Bomboloni, Zeppola with Nutella, Prosciutto Focaccia
What makes it special: Authentic Italian bomboloni and pastries baked fresh all day
7.6
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A practical slice-and-pie stop for families navigating Midtown logistics—quick ordering, easy sharing, and minimal planning required. Use it as a reset meal: grab a couple of slices or a plain pie, eat fast, and move on.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese slice, Pepperoni slice, Garlic knots
What makes it special: Fast slice-shop utility in the Times Square orbit.