Iconic NYC slice joint, OG West Village spot. Classic, no-frills pizza experience.
A true classic in the heart of the West Village, this beloved pizzeria has been serving up quintessential New York slices for years. While opinions are divided on whether it's overrated or a consistent performer, many agree that the original Carmine Street location offers an authentic taste of the city's pizza heritage. It's a go-to spot for a no-frills, satisfying slice that evokes nostalgia for many.
This pizzeria is renowned for its New York-style pizza by the slice. While many praise its classic taste and the quality of its sauce and crust, some find it inconsistent, too thin, or even burnt. The pepperoni cheese slice and the plain cheese slice are frequently mentioned positively, though a few have criticized the Margherita pizza for being too sweet.
"The plain cheese slice and the pepperoni cheese slice are frequently recommended. Some users specifically praise the fresh mozzarella slice."
Customer opinions are divided, with some calling it a classic and others feeling it's overrated or has declined in quality. However, many agree the Carmine Street location is the definitive experience.
Important Note
Some users report inconsistencies in quality across different locations and over time, with some finding the crust too thin or floppy, and the sauce too sweet. There's also debate about whether certain locations are more 'touristy' or have longer lines than others.
"Joe's Pizza is the top recommendation, advising against considering other options."
Positive"Suggests Joe's Pizza as a top choice, especially since the Sbarro in Times Square closed."
Neutral"Advises to avoid the Times Square location of Joe's Pizza as that's where the lines are."
Negative"Joe's Pizza is considered a good backup option."
Neutral"Responds to criticism of Joe's Pizza, stating it's still good and consistently recommended, despite a potentially better version existing in the past."
Positive"The fresh mozzarella slice at Joe's Pizza is highly recommended."
Positive"Joe's Pizza on Carmine St is recommended for a good old-school NY slice."
Negative"Joe's Pizza is a go-to, especially the OG location, and is recommended over Luigi's."
Positive"States that Joe's Pizza now accepts cards."
Positive"Claims Joe's Pizza declined after changing its flour mix in the 90s."
Negative"Joe's Pizza is a classic NYC slice option that is a good choice for a first-timer. The walk from Chinatown to the West Village is enjoyable."
Positive"Decided to go to Joe's Pizza, with Lucia's and Jonny's as backups. Also planning to get cookies from Levain's and is interested in good fries."
Positive"Joe's Pizza is a good option in the West Village, and is close enough to try with other spots."
Positive"The line at Joe's OG location is not long, and service is fast. They now accept cards."
Positive"Asking if the wait time at Joe's OG location is long."
Neutral"Joe's Pizza is recommended as an option in the West Village area."
Positive"Joe's Pizza is mentioned as a good backup option."
Positive"Joe's Pizza is recommended."
Negative"Joe's Pizza is arguably the quintessential NYC slice, with many locations. The original on Carmine St in Greenwich Village is recommended, and lines are usually short."
Positive"Joe's Pizza is mentioned as being a significant pizzeria located not far from the main cluster in the West Village."
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