Puffy-crusted Neapolitan pies w/ bright tomato sauce. Casual vibes & great takeout deals.
Will Hartman reviews Motorino, an East Village Neapolitan pizza spot that offers a reliable pie with a puffy crust and bright tomato sauce, perfect for casual dinners or takeout.
This East Village gem has been serving up Neapolitan-style pizzas since 2009. While it might not be the absolute pinnacle of Neapolitan pizza in the city, it consistently delivers a satisfying pie with a puffy crust and vibrant tomato sauce. It's a great spot for casual dinners, and their takeout operation is strong, especially with a buy-two-get-one-free deal that travels well.
This restaurant specializes in Neapolitan-style pizza, with customers frequently recommending the classic Margherita and the unique Brussels sprouts and pancetta white pizza. The meatball pizza and kale salad also receive positive mentions. There are also options for vegan pizzas.
"The Margherita pizza is a classic and well-executed choice, while the Brussels Sprouts pizza, with its savory combination of ingredients and hint of garlic, is also highly recommended. The meatball pizza and kale salad are other popular options."
Customers largely recommend this spot for its authentic Neapolitan pizza, with specific praise for unique toppings like Brussels sprouts and meatballs. The lunch special is also highlighted as a great value.
Important Note
One reviewer suggested that a thinner dough might better complement the bright, acidic tomato sauce.
"Commenter suggested Potenza Centrale (likely meant to be Pizzeria Potenza) in the East Village, noting the pizza is light with delicious sauce and the owner is passionate about pizza."
Positive"Motorino is suggested as an alternative to L'Industrie if the line is too long, with a specific recommendation for their pancetta and brussels sprouts white pizza."
Positive"Motorino's pancetta and brussels sprouts white pizza is recommended as a really good option."
Positive"Recommends Motorino for Valentine's Day, specifically for their heart-shaped pizzas, calling it 'the best'."
Positive"Motorino, a Neapolitan style pizza place, is mentioned for having three vegan pies and a clam pie, with a signature brussel sprout and pancetta white pizza."
Neutral"The commenter states that Motorino has some of their favorite pizza in NYC and is rarely crowded."
Positive"Motorino is recommended as the user's favorite Neapolitan-style pizza place in the city."
Positive"Motorino offers an excellent lunch special that includes any pizza and a salad, costing less than a single pizza from the menu."
Positive"This user recommends Motorino for its great meatball pizza."
Positive"Motorino is listed as one of the commenter's top ten most frequented spots in the area."
Positive"Motorino is recommended for pizza."
Positive"This comment suggests Motorino with white anchovies on top as an option."
Positive"Recommended for Neapolitan pizza and kale salad."
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