Best Pizza Restaurants in Midtown-Times Square
8 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Heritage Grand Bakery
Ancient-grain breads and Mediterranean-inspired pizzas served in a stylish Bryant Park dining room.
Notable Picks
8.8
Heritage Grand Restaurant & Pizza Bar brings a polished, Mediterranean-leaning menu of ancient-grain breads, wood-fired pizzas, and mezze to a handsome dining room just off Bryant Park. Opened in 2023 by restaurateur Lou Ramirez, it draws theatergoers, office diners, and locals for everything from happy hour to late-night olive oil cake.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mediterranean Mezze Platter, Ancient Grain Margherita Pizza, Olive Oil Cake
What makes it special: Ancient-grain breads and Mediterranean-inspired pizzas served in a stylish Bryant Park dining room.
A high-volume Times Square slice counter that still delivers the fundamentals: thin, well-browned crust, clean tomato-sweet sauce, and fast handoffs even when the line wraps. It’s built for late-night utility—grab a classic slice, eat immediately, and keep moving.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese slice, Pepperoni slice, White slice
What makes it special: A classic NYC slice built to hold up under massive late-night volume.
8.4
Old-school coal-oven institution near Carnegie Hall turning out char-kissed, thin-crust pies with a crisp snap. It’s dependable for families who want a sit-down Midtown meal with classic Italian sides.
Must-Try Dishes:
Coal Oven Margherita, Pepperoni Pie, Chicken Parmigiana
What makes it special: Coal-oven technique delivers that smoky Midtown classic.
8.1
Classic New York‑style pies with generous slices and take‑out friendly service, favored by locals and theater‑goers alike. It delivers consistent, affordable pizza without the frills — a dependable staple for casual family meals downtown.
Must-Try Dishes:
Large cheese slice, Pepperoni pie, Stromboli
What makes it special: Old‑school NY‑style slices and pies at consistent quality and low price.
8.1
Uncle Paul’s Pizza is a busy corner operation by Grand Central offering by-the-slice pies, full pizzas, wings, pastas, and cold beer. It’s a step up from bare-bones slice counters, with plenty of indoor seating and a menu that works for casual lunches, game-watching, or informal group dinners. Regulars value it for hearty portions, reliable delivery, and broad topping options.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese or pepperoni pizza by the slice, Specialty pies like BBQ chicken or white pizza, Uncle Paul’s Buffalo wings
What makes it special: Lively Grand Central–area pizzeria with a full menu and beer-friendly atmosphere.
Worthy Picks
7.8
A no‑frills slice shop known for cheap, quick pizza slices — ideal for a budget‑friendly, casual family meal near 48th Street. It’s not fancy, but consistent for straightforward pizza when you want convenience and value.
Must-Try Dishes:
Plain cheese slice, Pepperoni slice, Veggie slice
What makes it special: Budget‑priced slices for quick meals near Times Square.
7.6
A broad-menu Midtown pizzeria that’s strongest when you treat it as a classic pie-and-slice shop with a few crowd-pleaser styles. The win here is convenience and range—pick one signature slice style, add one square option, and avoid over-ordering from the huge menu.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pie, Grandma pie, Spicy chicken vodka slice
What makes it special: A late-hours Midtown pizza shop with lots of styles to choose from.
7.6
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Food Hall Frenzy
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
A compact Midtown slice counter steps from Rockefeller Center, popular for fast, no-frills pies. The Sicilian options and hearty topping combos make it an easy family stop between sightseeing.
Must-Try Dishes:
Buffalo Chicken Slice, Sicilian Pepperoni Slice, Regular Cheese Slice
What makes it special: Reliable Midtown slices with strong Sicilian tray lineup.