Iconic NYC pizza w/ ultra-creamy, decadent artichoke slices & a great vodka option. Perfect for late-night cravings!
This iconic pizza spot is a New York City staple, celebrated for its unique and exceptionally rich artichoke pizza slice. While some find it a bit too decadent for regular consumption, many consider it a must-try, especially for a late-night craving. Beyond the signature slice, they also offer other popular options like the margherita and a decadent vodka slice.
The standout dish is the incredibly rich and creamy artichoke pizza slice, which garners both strong praise and criticism for its intensity. The vodka slice is also frequently recommended and enjoyed, though noted for its decadence. While some consider the artichoke slice a gimmick, others enjoy it, especially late at night. The margherita slice is also mentioned positively.
"The artichoke slice is highly recommended, though noted for its richness. The vodka slice is also frequently praised and suggested as a strong alternative."
Customer sentiment is divided; while many praise the unique and rich artichoke slice, some find it overly decadent. Others highlight the vodka slice as a strong contender.
Important Note
Some find the signature artichoke slice to be excessively rich and decadent, potentially too much for some palates or for frequent consumption. The restaurant is also described as a "nemesis spot" by some, indicating a divisive reputation.
"This user suggested Artichoke as a potential option, describing their experience as initially great but ultimately too rich to finish."
Negative"This user speculated that the restaurant might be Artichoke Basile, noting that while it doesn't have a round sign, it does feature a round artichoke graphic on its sign."
Neutral"This commenter listed Artichoke as a place serving thick crust pizza, particularly noting their huge slices and thick crust."
Positive"This commenter suggested Artichoke, especially late at night, for serving huge slices with a pretty thick crust."
Positive"This user enjoys Artichoke's namesake slice, comparing it to artichoke dip on crusty bread."
Positive"This commenter offered a nuanced opinion on Artichoke Basille's, noting that while the artichoke slice is a gimmick, their vodka Sicilian slice is legitimately good, though messy."
Negative"The commenter defended choosing Artichoke Basille's Pizza, suggesting it was for memory and uniqueness, rather than seeking the best slice. They recalled having it on a previous visit to the city."
Negative"This commenter strongly criticized Artichoke Basille's Pizza, calling it the 'worst "notable" pizza spot by a wide margin'."
Negative"The user enjoys Artichoke's slice, describing it as soupy but with a very good crust."
Positive"This commenter expressed surprise at Artichoke Basille's Pizza being chosen for a farewell meal, implying it might not be the best choice."
Negative"This user playfully asks if the pizza is served at 500 degrees."
Neutral"The author included an Artichoke slice from Artichoke Basille's Pizza as part of their farewell tour, noting it was ultra-creamy and one of their favorite pizza slices in the city."
Positive"This user humorously states they would still eat the pizza described as 'Alfredo but on mushy bread'."
Positive"This user humorously likens Artichoke pizza to 'Alfredo but on mushy bread'."
Neutral"This user sarcastically describes Artichoke pizza as 'a slab of goop on a thick slice of cardboard'."
Negative"This user admits to enjoying Artichoke's namesake slice when drunk, despite potential criticism."
Positive"After six years, this user tried Artichoke's margherita pizza again and found it to be solid."
Positive"This user lists Artichoke as a 'nemesis spot'."
Negative"Suggests Artichoke Basille's Pizza as another good pizza option, besides Rubirosa."
Positive"Suggests Artichoke Basille's Pizza as another good pizza option."
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