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Best Pizza in East Village

Updated July 28, 2026 · Ranked by combined rating and review volume

Where to find the best pizza in East Village

Pop’s Pizza of East Village
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Pop’s Pizza of East Village

223 Avenue B, New York, NY 10009, USA
★★★★★5.0(1,204 reviews)

Pop’s Pizza of East Village consistently ranks among the top slices in the city, celebrated for its perfectly prepared pies and exceptional service. This small, modern grab-n-go spot on Avenue B draws a steady stream of locals for its flavorful offerings. Don't miss the burrata slice with hot honey and fresh Parmesan, lauded for its perfect balance of sauce and a delightfully crispy crust.

Top 3 slices of all timeperfectly prepared, amazing experience
Nuovo York Pizza
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Nuovo York Pizza

105 E 9th St, New York, NY 10003, USA
$$
★★★★★4.8(1,676 reviews)

Nuovo York Pizza in the East Village is renowned for its incredibly crisp crusts and generously loaded pizzas, offering a truly satisfying meal. Patrons rave about unique options like the spinach mushroom pizza, the pepperoni with pesto, and a new burrata and arugula creation. Despite being a popular spot with tables and chairs, it maintains a clean and pleasant dining atmosphere.

Really crisp crust, loadedspinach mushroom in its own league
Cello's Pizzeria
3

Cello's Pizzeria

36 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10003, USA
$
★★★★★4.7(968 reviews)

Cello's Pizzeria offers a delightful blend of high-quality pizza and a welcoming, retro-ish classic pizzeria ambiance. Guests frequently praise the solid, flavorful slices such as the Vodka Sauce and Pepperoni, Burrata, and Chicory, alongside their impressively crunchy dough. With friendly staff, beer and wine options, and a chill dining area, it's a happy place to socialize over great food.

High quality and solidbest and crunchiest dough ever
Pizza Studio Tamaki
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Pizza Studio Tamaki

123 St Marks Pl, New York, NY 10009, USA
★★★★★4.8(460 reviews)

Pizza Studio Tamaki delivers an unbelievable and highly-hyped dining experience, celebrated for its stunning, perfectly crafted pizzas. The dough is a standout, remarkably soft on the inside yet wonderfully crispy on the outside, making each bite a revelation. With a focus on exquisite flavors like the Arrabbiata and a great drink menu, it's a culinary destination well worth the visit.

Unbelievable experience, stunning pizzasdough so soft yet crispy
East Village Pizza
5

East Village Pizza

145 1st Ave, New York, NY 10003, USA
$
★★★★★4.5(2,452 reviews)

East Village Pizza is a beloved neighborhood institution, serving up classic, generously sized New York-style slices with a thin, crispy, and foldable crust since 1997. Patrons consistently praise the fresh, flavorful options like the Margherita and the standout Pepperoni Jalapeño, available for late-night cravings. With ample indoor and outdoor seating, it's a reliable spot for a true NYC pizza experience.

huge, fresh, and flavorful slicesclassic New York-style pizza

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How we ranked the best pizza in East Village

Every place on this list is scored by a Bayesian weighted formula combined with a volume bonus. It rewards consistent positive feedback at scale, not just a high average rating — a 4.9-star place with 12 reviews ranks below a 4.6-star place with 800.

score = (v / (v + m)) × R + (m / (v + m)) × C + γ × log₁₀(v)

The prior m adapts to each neighborhood: it's the median review count among local candidates. So 200 reviews counts as “small sample” in dense markets like the West Village, but “solid” in quieter neighborhoods. Places with extreme review volume that clearly dominate their peers are promoted to #1. No paid placements — every spot earns its position via the public data.

Frequently asked about East Village pizza

What is the highest-rated pizza in East Village?

Pop’s Pizza of East Village has the highest Google rating in our list of the best pizza in East Village, with 5.0 stars across 1,204 reviews.

Which pizza in East Village has the most reviews?

East Village Pizza has the most reviews of any pizza on this list — 2,452 ratings averaging 4.5 stars on Google.

How are the best pizza in East Village ranked?

Each place is scored using a Bayesian weighted formula that combines its average Google rating with its review count. This pulls small-sample places toward the local mean — so a 4.9-star spot with 12 reviews is ranked below a 4.6-star spot with 800 reviews. Volume and consistency matter, not just an inflated average.

When was this ranking last updated?

This ranking of the best pizza in East Village was last refreshed in July 2026 using the latest Google ratings and review counts. Restaurants and bars change constantly — always verify hours and current status before visiting.

Why isn't my favorite pizza on the list of best pizza in East Village?

To be considered, a place needs enough Google reviews for the rating to be statistically meaningful (at least 5 reviews, ideally 25+). Newer or hyper-local spots can be excellent but score lower until enough people review them. Boundaries also matter — a spot just outside the East Village area may show up on a neighboring ranking instead.

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