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Patsy’s Pizzeria
ZipPicks Awards
Best Late Night Pizza in Midtown East
Master Critic Review
Patsy’s Pizzeria
8.6
Patsy’s Pizzeria on 60th brings the brand’s historic coal-oven style to Lenox Hill, serving thin-crust pies and classic Italian starters in a full-service setting. It isn’t a 3am slice joint, but for later dinners and lingering pizza-focused nights, it’s one of the most established options in 10022.
Must-Try Dishes:
Old Fashioned Margherita Pizza, White Pie, Baked Clams
Scores:
Value: 7
Service: 8.6
Consistency: 8.7
Food Quality: 9
Atmosphere: 8.8
Cultural Relevance: 9.1
What makes it special: Coal-oven style pies from a long-running New York pizzeria group in a comfortable sit-down space.
Who should go: Groups or dates wanting a real dinner built around pizza.
When to visit: Prime-time dinner hours before or after a night out nearby.
What to order: Old Fashioned Margherita Pizza, White Pie, Baked Clams to share.
Insider tip: Sit downstairs or request a window table for a quieter, more date-friendly feel than the busier bar area.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking is limited in Lenox Hill, especially after 6pm; nearby garages on 2nd Ave typically run $25–$35 for the evening.
Dress code: Smart casual; jeans are fine, but most diners lean slightly polished for date nights.
Noise level: Moderate — conversational for two-tops, with livelier energy near the bar and upstairs.
Weekend wait: 20–40 minutes without a reservation, slightly longer for larger groups.
Weekday lunch: Usually no wait; walk-ins seated quickly.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Good coverage — multiple pizzas, salads, and appetizers suitable for vegetarians.
Vegan options: Limited — you can order a cheeseless pie and some salads, but dedicated vegan items are minimal.
Gluten-free options: No gluten-free dough; salads and select starters can work for gluten-free diners, but pizza options are not available.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes — the downstairs seating and window tables offer a quieter, more intimate setting, and the coal-oven pies make for an easy, low-pressure shared meal.
Can I get a table without a reservation? Usually, yes. Weekdays are easy for walk-ins, and even on weekends the wait is manageable unless you’re a group of six or more.
Is it kid-friendly? Yes — families are common during earlier dinner hours. High chairs are available, and the pizza-centric menu works well for kids ages 4+.
Best For
Better for: A fuller, sit-down pizza dinner with classic Italian starters and more comfortable seating than most slice shops or counter-service options in the area.
Skip if: You need very late-night food, gluten-free pizza, or a fast, in-and-out slice experience.