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Best Trendy Table Hotspots Pizza Restaurants in Long Island City-Hunters Point

3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

Our Top Pick
Levante
Pizza-first Italian with a big bar and a standout backyard space.

Notable Picks

8.2
$$ Long Island City-Hunters Point Italian, Pizza
A pizza-forward Italian spot with big ceilings, a full bar, and a backyard that makes it feel like a neighborhood hangout with room to breathe. The move is to treat it as a pizza-and-a-few-plates night, leaning into the pies and letting the bar carry the pacing.
Must-Try Dishes: Neapolitan-style pizza, Pesto pasta, Panna cotta
What makes it special: Pizza-first Italian with a big bar and a standout backyard space.
8.1
$$$ Long Island City-Hunters Point Pizza
A hotel-lobby pizzeria that works because the pies stay crisp and reliable, and the room is built for a low-friction hang. Treat it like a repeatable play: one red-sauce classic, one “topping” pie, and a small plate so the table has rhythm beyond slices.
Must-Try Dishes: Pepperoni pizza, Margherita pizza, Brussels sprouts (shareable side)
What makes it special: Consistently crisp pies in an easy, group-friendly space.

Worthy Picks

$$ Long Island City-Hunters Point Pizza
A smaller, modern Italian-leaning spot where pizza works best as a focused order rather than a sprawling feast. Keep it disciplined: one pie with a clean flavor profile and one bright side so the meal stays sharp instead of heavy.
Must-Try Dishes: Margherita pizza, Spicy salami pizza, Arugula salad
What makes it special: Modern Italian energy with a tight, focused pizza menu.