Authentic Neapolitan pizza w/ puffy crust & bright tomato sauce. Great casual spot or takeout option. Try the Brussels Sprouts!
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.
Motorino, a Neapolitan pizza institution since 2009, offers a reliably delicious pie with a satisfyingly puffy crust and vibrant tomato sauce. While not always the city's absolute best, it consistently hits the spot for a well-crafted pizza, especially for casual dinners or a robust takeout experience. The restaurant also provides a good selection of affordable wines and features a notable 'buy two, get one free' pizza deal for home enjoyment.
Motorino is celebrated for its Neapolitan pizzas, featuring a signature puffy crust and bright, often acidic, tomato sauce. Highly recommended dishes include the classic Margherita, the unique Brussels sprouts and pancetta white pizza, and the meatball pizza. Some reviews suggest a thinner crust might further enhance the flavors.
"Highly recommended are the classic Margherita, the unique Brussels sprouts and pancetta white pizza, and the meatball pizza. The kale salad is also noted as a good accompaniment."
Customers consistently praise Motorino for its excellent Neapolitan-style pizza, highlighting specific pies like the Brussels sprouts and meatball pizzas. The lunch special is also frequently recommended for its value.
Important Note
One review suggests that a thinner dough might better complement the sauce, and another notes that while very good, it may not be the absolute pinnacle of Neapolitan pizza in the city.
"This user simply agreed with the previous comment about Motorino."
Positive"This user suggests not overlooking Motorino in the East Village, calling it 'very very good'."
Positive"The commenter agrees about Motorino but prefers their soppressata super picante pizza over the Brussels sprouts option."
Neutral"The commenter agrees that Motorino is a great spot, specifically praising their Brussels sprouts pizza as one of the best Neapolitan pies they've had."
Positive"The commenter suggested Motorino, possibly needing to add Mike's Hot Honey separately."
Neutral"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."
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