Best Quick Bites Pizza Restaurants in Midtown-Times Square
6 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Joe's Pizza (Broadway/Times Square)
A classic NYC slice built to hold up under massive late-night volume.
Notable Picks
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.
8.1
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.