Old-school NYC charm meets killer coal-fired pizza & live jazz. A true classic with fantastic pies & red sauce faves.
Step back in time at this beloved Italian-American institution, a true slice of old-school New York. Since 1957, it's been serving up fantastic coal-fired pizzas with perfectly crisp crusts and flavorful sauces. Beyond pizza, explore classic Italian-American dishes and enjoy the lively atmosphere, often enhanced by live jazz music.
This restaurant is highly acclaimed for its coal-fired pizzas, with specific praise for the sausage, crust, and sauce. Some found one pizza slightly overloaded, but overall, the pizza is considered great, with a preference for minimal toppings. The baked clams and classic Italian-American dishes are also recommended. One reviewer found the pizza too doughy and heavy for their taste.
"Customers highly recommend the coal-fired pizzas, especially those with sausage, and also suggest trying the baked clams oreganata. Classic Italian-American pasta dishes are also a good choice."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant for its authentic old-school New York atmosphere and its delicious coal-fired pizzas. Many consider it an underrated gem and a nostalgic favorite.
Important Note
The restaurant is not open for lunch. One reviewer found the pizza too doughy and heavy for their personal preference.
"Arturo's on Houston is recommended for its old-school feel and live music, making it a good choice for out-of-town guests."
Positive"This user recommended Arturo's on Houston St."
Positive"This user recommended Arturos on Houston St."
Positive"This is a single-word recommendation for the restaurant."
Positive"Arturo's is preferred over several other mentioned pizza restaurants."
Positive"Arturo's was listed as a potential pizza restaurant for a large group dinner in the West/Greenwich Village area."
Neutral"Arturo's on Houston Street is mentioned as a definitely good option for red sauce Italian."
Positive"Arturo's was recommended as a red sauce Italian option."
Positive"Arturo's on Houston Street was recommended as a red sauce Italian option."
Positive"This user mentions Arturo's as a solid coal oven option in NYC."
Positive"Arturo's is presented as the ideal answer for the user's request for a pizza place that can accommodate a large group."
Positive"Arturo's on Houston Street is a recommended go-to spot for out-of-towners and accepts reservations, making it suitable for groups."
Positive"Arturo's receives praise for its excellent pizza and solid red sauce pasta, embodying an old-school vibe."
Positive"Arturo's on Houston is described as classic, fun, with live jazz, amazing food, and an old-school vibe."
Positive"Arturo's Coal Oven Pizza is recommended for both kids and its overall quality."
Positive"Arturo's on Houston St. is recommended as a great option."
Positive"Arturo's on Houston is recommended for its old-school vibe."
Positive"Arturo's is listed among original Neapolitan institutions that make their own sauce, use double zero flour, real mozzarella, and basil, and are cooked in coal-burning ovens."
Positive"Arturo's Pizza on the Upper East Side is noted as being very similar to the classic NYC pizza remembered from childhood visits to relatives in Flushing."
Positive"Arturo's in Yorkville/UES (85th) is considered a satisfying relic of old-school NYC pizza, still Italian-American owned and operated."
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