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NYC Pizza Kitchen

390 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016
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Best Pizza in Murray Hill & Kips Bay Best Late Night Pizza in Murray Hill & Kips Bay Best Family Friendly Pizza in Murray Hill & Kips Bay

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

NYC Pizza Kitchen 7.8
Murray Hill
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NYC Pizza Kitchen in Kips Bay is a sit-down and takeout shop with a broad New York–style pizza menu plus slices, stromboli, and pastas. It fills the role of a reliable neighborhood option where you can order a straightforward pie, try thicker Sicilian squares, or tack on a salad and wings.
Must-Try Dishes: Margherita pie, Sicilian square pizza, BBQ chicken pizza
Scores:
Value: 8.3 Service: 7.4 Consistency: 7.7 Food Quality: 7.9 Atmosphere: 6.2 Cultural Relevance: 7
What makes it special: Neighborhood pizza shop balancing classic pies, Sicilian slices, and a fuller Italian menu.
Who should go: Kips Bay locals wanting dependable delivery or casual dine-in pizza.
When to visit: Weeknights for quieter dine-in or game-night takeout runs.
What to order: Margherita pie, Sicilian square, garlic knots.
Insider tip: Check combo deals; pie-and-wings or pie-and-salad specials improve value.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; metered spots nearby and harder to find after 6pm on weekdays.
Dress code: Casual — jeans, sneakers, and relaxed everyday wear are perfectly fine.
Noise level: Moderate — lively during dinner but still easy to hold normal conversations.
Weekend wait: 15–25 minutes during peak hours without a reservation
Weekday lunch: Little to no wait most days
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes — multiple veggie pies, salads, and meat-free pasta options.
Vegan options: Limited — possible with modified pies (no cheese) and select salads.
Gluten-free options: Limited — gluten-free pizza crust usually available but prepared in a shared kitchen.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for low-pressure casual dates than romantic ones — it’s relaxed, affordable, and easygoing but not intimate or moody.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Yes — walk-ins are the norm here, especially for small groups and earlier dinners.
Is it kid-friendly? Very kid-friendly — roomy tables, simple menu options, and fast service work well for younger diners.
Best For
Better for: Reliable neighborhood sit-down pizza, combo meals, family dinners, and mixed-order groups that want pizza plus wings, pasta, or salad.
Skip if: Looking for elite thin-crust pizza, late-night slice culture, or trend-driven specialty pies — there are stronger specialist options nearby.