The following iconic establishments — some old, some new — have helped shape New Yorker’s adoration of pizza. From old-timers like John’s of Bleecker Street to hip, neighborhood-defining spots like Roberta’s, here’s a collection of 25 restaurants spanning all five boroughs that every pizza-loving New Yorker should visit at least once.
For a look at the top sit-down pizzerias in NYC, check out this map, and for the best slice shops, see this comprehensive map from critic Robert Sietsema.