NYC pizza spot w/ standout pepperoni squares & a divisive reputation. Worth a detour for slice aficionados.
This spot serves up classic New York-style pizza, with a particular shout-out for their pepperoni square slices which are noted for their quality. While some find the pizza to be mediocre overall, others believe it deserves a higher rating than given. It's a place that sparks debate, with some even organizing pizza tours that include it as a must-visit destination.
Primarily serving New York-style pizza, Uncle Sam's Pizza receives a range of feedback. The pepperoni square slices are often highlighted as a positive, with one user specifically recommending them. However, other reviews describe the pizza as mediocre, and one commenter went as far as to call it 'trash'. There are also mentions of the restaurant addressing accusations of fake reviews.
"The pepperoni square slices are specifically recommended for their quality."
Customer sentiment is mixed, with some recommending the pepperoni square slices and believing the pizzeria is underrated, while others consider the pizza mediocre or even 'trash'.
Important Note
The restaurant has faced accusations of fake reviews, and customer opinions on the pizza quality are sharply divided, ranging from high praise for specific slices to strong negative sentiments.
"A direct statement calling Uncle Sam's 'trash'."
Negative"Uncle Sam's has a sign addressing accusations of fake reviews, and the user finds their pizza to be mediocre, even when sober."
Negative"The user claims Uncle Sam's is a 'fucking joke' and used to offer free slices for 5.0 reviews."
Negative"Uncle Sam's is described as having mediocre pizza, though the user notes they do have some good square slices. It's not recommended to go out of the way for."
Negative"For a square pepperoni slice, Uncle Sam's on the LES is recommended for its very good pepperoni, despite the odd name. A photo was linked."
Positive"The post author is organizing a pizza tour across Manhattan and lists Uncle Sam omenclature's Pizza as one of the pizzerias to visit."
Neutral"This user recommends Uncle Sam's."
Positive"The commenter believes Uncle Sam's deserves higher recognition, implying it was unfairly rated low by a reviewer."
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