Last Updated: ~2 months ago
Phone: (212) 966-4494
Address: 177 SPRING STREET 10012
Unique Sicilian slices piled high w/ veggie toppings. Go for the Palermo or tomato-onion-garlic slices, or a giant chicken sandwich.
This classic SoHo pizza joint is a must-visit for its unique Sicilian-style slices loaded with generous toppings. While it might not win any awards for traditional pies, it shines with distinctive options like the 'Palermo' slice and a flavorful tomato-onion-garlic variety. Don't miss out on their well-regarded lasagna and massive chicken sandwiches.
The restaurant is celebrated for its Sicilian-style pizza slices, particularly those featuring abundant vegetable toppings such as zucchini, broccoli, and mushrooms, as well as a notable tomato-onion-garlic slice. The 'Palermo' slice is frequently mentioned as a unique and recommended item. Beyond pizza, lasagna and large chicken sandwiches have also received positive mentions.
"The Palermo slice and Sicilian slices with generous vegetable toppings like tomato, onion, garlic, zucchini, broccoli, and mushroom are highly recommended. Lasagna and giant chicken sandwiches are also mentioned positively."
Customers appreciate the unique and generously topped Sicilian slices, with specific praise for the Palermo and tomato-onion-garlic options. While not aiming for award-winning traditional pizza, it's recognized for its distinct offerings.
Important Note
While some posts mention zeppole, there is conflicting information about their availability, with one user stating they are no longer served as of 2018 and the website menu may be outdated.
"This commenter confirmed that Famous Ben's Pizza on Spring Street does not have zeppole, and believes the website menu is outdated."
Negative"This commenter confirmed zeppole availability at Famous Ben's Pizza on Spring Street, providing an online ordering link and clarifying it's distinct from another Ben's Pizza location."
Neutral"This commenter stated that zeppole are no longer served at Famous Ben's Pizza as of 2018, despite their website suggesting otherwise."
Negative"This commenter suggested Famous Ben's Pizza in SoHo as a place to get zeppole, also recommending their Palermo slice."
Neutral"This user suggests Famous Ben's Pizza of SoHo, noting it's not in the LES."
Neutral"The author recommends Famous Ben's in SoHo, acknowledging it won't win 'best pizza' awards but praising its unique 'Palermo' slice and veggie-loaded slices (Tomato, onion, garlic; Broccoli, mushroom, zucchini). They also mention enjoying their lasagna and giant chicken sandwiches."
Positive"Lists Famous Ben's as a place with good cheese."
Positive"The user likes this older SoHo spot for its Sicilian-style slices, especially appreciating the generous veggie toppings like on the zucchini/broccoli/mushroom slice and the unique tomato-onion-garlic one. They also mention a unique Palermo slice."
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