NOLA-inspired pizza w/ famous Hot Knots & unique slices. Underrated or overrated? You decide.
This pizza joint offers a unique take on pies with a New Orleans-inspired twist. While some lament its past struggles and the closure of various locations, many still find a reason to return. The Hot Knots are a popular choice, often lauded for their affordability and taste, though opinions on their value vary. Some specific slices, like the Buckminster and Cleopatra Jones, have garnered dedicated fans, while others find the overall experience to be just passable.
The restaurant is known for its New Orleans-inspired pizza and a signature item called 'Hot Knots,' which are often praised for their affordability and taste, though some debate their value. Certain pizza slices, like the Buckminster and Cleopatra Jones, have a dedicated following, while others find the pizza to be merely passable. There are also mentions of gluten-free options and disappointment with the cornmeal crust.
"The Hot Knots are frequently recommended as an affordable and tasty option, with specific praise for the homemade jalapeno sauce. The Buckminster slice and Cleopatra Jones slice are also highlighted by fans."
Customer sentiment is mixed, with some lamenting past issues and closures, while others remain loyal fans, particularly praising specific items like the Hot Knots.
Important Note
Multiple comments indicate that many Two Boots locations have closed due to financial mismanagement, including unpaid taxes and rent. There's also a mention of the pizza having a cornmeal crust, which some dislike.
"The commenter suggests a 'Buckminster slice' from Two Boots as a last meal option."
Neutral"Disagrees with the notion that recipes can be taken, stating the owners developed them and the food is identical, attributing differing perceptions to nostalgia."
Positive"Believes a main chef left Two Boots in the past with recipes and plans to return due to nostalgia, even if the food isn't identical."
Negative"Asserts that the owners and food at Two Boots remain the same."
Positive"Refers to the original Two Boots crew from the late 1990s and expresses intent to revisit NYC locations."
Positive"Lists seven locations for Two Boots, including those on the Upper East Side, Upper West Side, and East Village."
Positive"States that Two Boots has multiple locations and shares that the owner discussed the restaurant's history of overexpansion and subsequent renewal."
Positive"Inquires about the current location of Two Boots, reminiscing about its past presence near a theater on the Lower East Side."
Neutral"Confirms that Two Boots is back and operating with multiple locations."
Positive"The commenter fondly remembers a previous iteration of Two Boots as a Friday night hangout for food before partying."
Positive"While acknowledging Two Boots is solid, this commenter suggests trying other pizza places like 'industry's' for a potentially better experience."
Neutral"Two Boots is recommended as a go-to spot."
Positive"This user recommends trying Two Boots pizza."
Neutral"The commenter would rather eat at Two Boots than Boucherie."
Positive"This commenter mentioned Two Boots as not bad and criminally underrated, in addition to Lucia."
Neutral"The commenter mentioned 'The Meg' from Two Boots."
Neutral"This user enthusiastically agrees, stating that Cleopatra Jones pizza from Two Boots was a favorite."
Positive"The commenter criticizes Two Boots' pizza, specifically disliking its cornmeal crust."
Negative"The commenter acknowledges the general negative perception of Two Boots but expresses strong personal affection for the restaurant."
Positive"The user expresses strong enjoyment for Two Boots' meatball sliders."
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