Took my niece and her family visiting from the Philippines for an "introduction" to NY pizza and known for being the "first" pizzeria in NYC ...ordered their famous margherita pizza..BIG MISTAKE! Pizza was mediocre and their "large" is a typical small size from other NY pizzerias for the price. Very disappointing :/ Will never come back nor recommend this to anyone ever.
Delicious pizza. Very fast. And very well attended. I went alone Maybe it's faster than for a group!
A famous New York pizza restaurant. Quite lined up.
There are two types of pizza: Margherita and White. White is mozzarella with garlic. One piece is huge as it is, so if you want to eat both types, it is recommended to go with more than three people.
Since the dishes and cups are disposable, I couldn't feel a sense of luxury, and it was a delicate feeling.
4.1 rating? Really? We payed over $60 for two paper thin large pizzas and one of the two was just plain cheese! The sauce, what there was of it, was delicious but I ve had better frozen pizzas. It s a tourist trap.
The place is very picturesque, typical Italian. We did not eat because it was very early.
There's usually a wait - but it's well worth it!! Just ate there again last week and it was everything I remembered and then some!
Very happy with our experience! We showed up with a party of 12 on a busy Saturday (2/15/2020) night. The wait was reasonable 30 minutes, the host and waiter (Luis) were very attentive and friendly. The pizza was reasonably priced and taste 9/10. We ordered the rustic pepperoni and veggie pizza and my friends ordered others. Crust was thin and toasty and ingredients tasted good. Would definitely return and highly recommend if in the area.
Classic, unavoidable not to go if you go to NY City.
This place man...lemme tell ya. It claims to be the first pizza place in the states. So you would expect it to be pretty good. Bruh! Papa John's Is way better. The pizza was small and too expensive for a the size. It was the size of a cheese cake. I couldn't take it. The service was okay tho. The one thing good tho I do admit was the bruschetta and asparagus pizza . Was pretty tasty. Not enough fo me to go back
We stopped here for lunch while down in the SOHO area. We were told it d be about a 20 minute wait however it was much quicker. Our waiter quickly took our order and the food arrived fast. The pizza was phenomenal! Located near many shops and a subway for easy transit. Would definitely stop here again!
This place is supposed to be historic but they don't sell slices and are super upscale.
We arrived with high expectations once we heard that this should be the oldest pizza place in New York. Starting with the positive thing: the taste of the pizza was really good. But at no time we had the feeling to be in a restaurant with an authentic Italian atmosphere. Regarding interior decoration and service there is much room for improvement. We ordered a Ceasar Salad which was out at that day. No problem, but they have not even offered bread to the alternative salad. Desert was only offered as take away. Cash only. My point of view: the really high prices don t come along with an appropriate performance. Next time - next try in another pizza place.
They claim to be the first pizza place in the US, and the one that brought pizza culture to the mainland. They have been there since 1901 (if I'm not mistaken). It is very worth knowing! The pizza is very tasty, friendly and reasonably priced. worth it
The best pizzaa in town, and the staff provides a wonderful service.
Pizza is ok.. but not special ($35 not worth it)..paper plates & plastic glasses are a shame.. no recommendation.
When people say NYC pizza is the best pizza, they are not talking for the 99cent pizza joints! They talking exactly about Lombardi's pizza! It's not one of the best, it's the best pizza in the town! The service is excellent, the taste of pizza even better! Everytime i get there, they have fresh pizza full of flavor!
Very delicious pizza. A very old, traditional NYC pizza place that brings you to the roots of cuisine in NYC.
The seating area is fairly small and tucked out of the way so walking to your table is slightly awkward. But the pizza is definitely worth it.
Authentic Italian food!! MUST visit!!! , amazing service amazing food amazing prices would go again and again
Kind of disappointing. They used paper plates and plastic cups. The pizza was fairly expensive but didn t have much sauce, cheese, or toppings on it. The crust was quite hard to chew.
Great pizza and calzone. Cash only. Historical place.
Was not what people say it was. I have had better pizza than Lombardis.
The first pizzeria in the US provides the same quality as it first did when it opened. Simply delicious!
Great place, awesome pizza! A must if you are visiting NYC. It's the 1st Pizza place in NYC.
Very good pizza, not great. Historical significance and the pics on the walls are cool.
Amazing pie without a doubt. One of my top 10 favorites in the city. Thin crust, brick oven made. Love it.
By far this is the place to tell NYC visitors about. Consistently the most authentic especially the pizza margarita. yum.
Very good NY-style pizza, but I have had better. The service was good. They only accept cash, which is archaic.
I really like pizza so I came to check out this place. It was decent but I'm not sure if I would come back. It wasn't worth the wait.
A+ experience! Quick service for a NYC pizza favorite, great Italian style ambiance, and good customer service. This is by far my favorite NYC pizza place. It is always busy with a wait but this is NYC. Pizzas are what make this my favorite NYC.
Pizza was delicious and service was good. They only take cash so just come prepared. It's a bit pricey but a good experience.
The pizza is good. It may even be very good, but not quite the stuff dreams are made of.
The pizzas handle it. Cash only. But there is an ATM in the shop
Delicious pizza. I love the melted mozzarella on top.
fantastic selection of pizzas. new york's institution. must visit.
The pizza was absolutely amazing! The only down is the price, but I was aware it would be a little more than normal.
We waited an hour for the so called best pizza in the world. If this is what you are expecting you will be sadly disappointed. Any corner pizza shop in NYC has comparable pizza without the wait.
It's good pizza. If you have Grimaldi's in your town, it's very similar. It is not the classic NY slice type of pie (pizza). If you have never had brick oven pizza, then you should definitely try it. CASH ONLY.
Plan ahead, because there is always a wait and its well worth it. The pizza is pretty good
This pizza pizza is one of my favorites! Here pizza is like in Italy.The inside of the restaurant is very cozy and friendly.I like to come here because the staff is always very kind and attentive!Most importantly, the pizza is always very tasty!
Lived in ny all my life and never had a pizza from this place until tonight . I came in 10 min before closing . The staff was so friendly and the pizza was Fu****g Awesome !!! Since 1905 and now I know why ! Can t wait to go back !
Very good pizzas and definitely on of the larger ones I've seen so far.
The pizza was the best I've ever had but way way over priced
One of my favorite pizzas in a historic spot. Cash only, and a bit expensive, but I love coming here and bringing people here.
A very Italian place in addition to having excellent prices and unparalleled atmosphere, a must stop on your visit to New York eye only accept cash but there are ATMs inside the restaurant.
Cash only place but they have an atm onsite. The pie was good but the crust was a little wet, yet still a tasty eat.
Good pizza at this New York landmark. A bit pricey for a pizza bit great place for tourists to get a reliably good pizza.
It's a good place to bring tourists and does have good pizza, although there are plenty of better options in the area.
One of the best pies in the city ... The recommended had been the Margarita and White pizza... so we got a half and half but with pepperoni on the Margarita side. Think the White has too much Ricotta cheese stuffed, so may skip that the next time.
Paper through away plates even when ordering a salad to share. What a pity they didn't replace the dishwasher when it broke some time back. At least that's what we were told. Pizza was okish. Won't return.
Very good pizza that they say is the first to open in the US. Fine and tasty dough The attention of the waiters impeccable.
Lombardi's is a NYC staple. My husband and I went here last night with high expectations. The pizza is good but not great, and is VERY overpriced. We got a large margarita, and a small pepperoni with extra cheese, two soft drinks and our bill was $70. Each "topping" is $5. When we received the pepperoni pie, there was hardly any pepperoni on it! CASH ONLY!!!
If you want the best pizza, go to Frank Pepe's in New Haven, CT. You will NOT be disappointed!
Interesting place and cool photos on the wall. Their claim to fame is that they are America's first pizzeria. The food was good but not necessarily great and the beer was overpriced.
I was very excited to meet the famous Lombardis but it was a sad disappointment.
Guys, let's be honest, for God's sake.
The place lives only on history. The pizza is definitely not the best.
I recommend Prince St Pizza.
Italian Pizzeria in Nolita. Known for being the first pizzeria in the United States. Good pizzas although high price (you pay for fame)
Nice and cozy. Get a feel for real old style pizza.
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