Details
This Times Square pizza joint, situated in a converted church, offers a classic New York experience with its coal-fired pies [1]. It's a popular choice for families and groups, praised for its spacious interior and unique ambiance [2], [3]. While considered a solid option in the area, some suggest that better pizza may be found elsewhere in Manhattan with a short trip [4].
Highlights / Recommended
"The primary recommendation is for their pizza, especially the coal-fired pies [1]."
Caveats
Some users suggest that while John's is a good option in Times Square, better pizza can be found with a short travel time within Manhattan [4]. It's also advised to time visits for after theater show curtains [11], [12].
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From post: Looking For Pizza Tonight For Family Of 5 Would
"John's Pizzeria Times Square was directly recommended as what the user was seeking for pizza."
PositiveFrom post: Group Of 10 In Midtown Manhattantheater District
"This user recommended John's Pizza of Times Square and Carmines as options conveniently located near the theaters in Times Square."
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"This user corroborated the positive experience at John's of Times Square, stating it was a big hit for a group lunch and the food was better than expected."
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"This user recommended John's of Times Square for its architecture and mass appeal, suggesting a balcony table for people-watching. They noted that even after living in NYC their whole life, they tried it recently and it was a big hit with a group from the suburbs."
PositiveFrom post: Need Help With Good Dinner Places
"This user recommended John's Pizzeria as a good pizza option."
PositiveFrom post: Pizza With Ambience Around Midtown East
"John's of Times Square was recommended for pizza."
PositiveFrom post: Have A Conference In Times Square
"John's Pizza in Times Square is described as a solid sit-down pizza spot that uses brick ovens for cooking."
PositiveFrom post: Times Square Food Suggestions
"John's on 44th street is mentioned as a fine dining option in the Times Square area, comparable to other established restaurants."
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"This user mentioned John's of Times Square as a place with very good pizza."
PositiveFrom post: Great Eats For A Picky Teen
"John's of Times Square is a sit-down restaurant known for full pies, and it's always busy."
PositiveFrom post: Best Iconic Times Squaretouristycant Miss
"John's Pizzeria on 44th street is suggested, with a note to time the visit for after show curtains."
PositiveFrom post: Best Iconic Times Squaretouristycant Miss
"John's of Times Square is suggested for pizza, with a note to time the visit after show curtains."
PositiveFrom post: Best Iconic Times Squaretouristycant Miss
"John's of Times Square is described as great for kids due to its size and being easy to manage with out-of-towners, with the food also being not bad."
PositiveFrom post: Best Iconic Times Squaretouristycant Miss
"This user recommended John's of Times Square, noting it serves similar pizza to John's of Bleecker Street and has a cool interior that would appeal to kids."
PositiveFrom post: Any Current Conversationfriendly Quieter
"John's of Times Square is noted as a restaurant with a price range from low to high, and it's possible to have a conversation there if seated away from the bar and entrance."
PositiveFrom post: Recommendations For Daughters 13th Birthday Dinner
"John's of Times Square is mentioned as a good pizza option, noted for being located in an old church which gives the space an elevated feel."
PositiveFrom post: Visiting For A Day Between Xmas And Nye Looking
"The commenter recommends "Johns pizza in times square" specifically mentioning its location in an old church."
PositiveFrom post: Recommendations For Kidfriendly Dinner Options
"John's of Times Square is suggested as a kid-friendly option with a large dining room, suitable for families."
PositiveFrom post: Dinner For 10 After A Matinee
"This user suggested John's Pizza on West 44th Street as a possible dining option."
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