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    Potenza Centrale Pizza

    4.7 (16 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Alyson W.

    Stopped in for a couple slices of crisp crust, fairly deep pizza. I really enjoyed my oyster mushroom pizza- the savory, tender mushrooms pared well with the cheesy, crispy base. It's a no frills establishment that's extremely tiny but they have oregano, red pepper, and extra cheese by the door. Service was quick and efficient.

    Blair P.

    Bummer!" That's what I said to my sister as I walked into her apartment with a pizza box containing two unfinished slices from Potenza. I was so excited about this place, as their core values align closely with food businesses that stand out to me (a history, an owner who truly cares, quality ingredients, labor of love, etc.). The passion is there, that's without a doubt, but what's lacking is a mouthwatering slice of pizza. The dough was tough, too crunchy, and not reheated enough, but any more heat would have exacerbated the crunch issue. Perhaps I need to give them another try, but if that's the case, they don't have consistency down!

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    Ruwan J.

    Avenue B is back on the rise--recent additions have been a welcome breath of quality...case in point: Potenza Centrale Pizza squeezing into a small spot on the avenue. what makes for great pizza is quality ingredients, a personal touch (hard work), and luck. i daresay Potenza had all three when i stopped by yesterday night and ordered a couple of slices for dinner. spoke to the pizza man aka the owner, i believe...he makes his own pizza dough and mozzarella from scratch. he described his pizza as an homage to pizza to "his hometown / province of Potenza which is in the Basilicata region of Italy." i'd liken the pizza to being similar Roman-style. ordered two slices-- a sausage slice and a cheese slice, both rectangular...no 360° pies here...only squares! the crust is interesting--the underside has a nice char and crunch (so you get the slight bitter of the char plus a crispness which works for me) to it while the inner crust is soft with a good chewy (but not wet or mushy), so it makes for a pleasant bite texture, blobs of melted homemade mozzarella, and the zing of salty sweet sauce on the plain cheese slice makes for giving you an artisan pizza experience within a simple classic style of pizza. i typically opt for a plain cheese slice because the simplest version of pizza is the best, imo. however this Basilicata-n style pizza crust is built for a toppings-heavy pizza which is why the sausage slice at Potenza Centrale is pretty excellent--ample amounts of sausage that tastes like actual sausage that's been seasoned and has balanced fat/meat ratio (not the stuff that you get at a chain supermarket which is often over-salted and greasy/oily). anyway the sausage is piled upon yellow tomatoes and mozzarella...and those flavors really sink into that crust, so every bite has this savory, cheesy, carb-y chew and crunch. to repeat myself as a plain cheese slice purist and enthusiast, the topped slices are the way to go and i sorta regret ordering the plain cheese square as opposed to getting a Purple Potato and Onion slice or the gorgonzola and pear slice. the perimeter of the crust aka cornicione is big and airy so there is a consistent lightness to crust from the outside edge to inside. the pizza shop itself is very, very small--no tables just an order counter, the pizzas for sale, and refrigerators full of ingredients. there is a solo table for two outside and that's it. the best way to enjoy the pizza here is to eat it on the spot right after its been heated up as artisan pizza never travels well. so be a savage, lean against a building, and eat! service is super-friendly and warm. while pizza is often about personal preference, i'd say it's near impossible to not see the effort that is being made or finding a slice here that you wouldn't enjoy. caveat: while the pizza at Potenza isn't "heavy" on your stomach. it is pretty filling so a single slice goes a long way...two slices might induce a nap or an early night...just saying.

    Most authentic Italian pizza there is and one of my favorites, if not my favorite in NYC. Truly a trip to Italy every time I stop in with fresh, high quality ingredients that go into each slice. Owner Luigi is the best as well!

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    Quality pizza with excellent service. This cozy little pizzeria is so unique, so original, so welcoming, but super down-to-earth. I tried cheese, pepperoni, eggplant, mushroom (with roasted garlic chunks) and the one with squash blossoms. They look so simple, but each has a twist and is super flavorful. I can tell everyone Potenza Central has become my new go-to. I don't find a need to explain too long since all other reviewers wrote what I wanted to say. Their pizza is a work of art where passion and love meet expertise.

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    Don Antonio

    Don Antonio

    4.1
    (1.9k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    Best gluten-free pizza I have ever had. [Full Stop]…read more I've had a lot of GF pizza. I've tried to come here in the past -- but it didn't work out. I ordered via Uber Eats this time, and MAN -- I was blown away. I honestly thought that they had screwed up and sent me a gluten version. I checked the order and receipt. It was so good -- the crust so chewy with bite -- but light and airy and tight -- the cheese and toppings all great and fresh and delicious. It tasted like an awesome piece of NYC pizza. I was so happy. I did some Claude sleuthing -- and think I'm onto their magic with the crust -- and am excitedly going to experiment in my home kitchen in the coming weeks (Neapolitan oven, be damned!).

    Food.... For the Best Neapolitan Style Pizza in New York, Visit Don Antonio on West 50 Street in…read moreManhattan. The crust on the pizza was also perfect. As traditional Neapolitan-style pizza is known for its soft, thin dough, puffy, charred crust, the Don Antonio version is well executed. The Regina Margherita with the grape tomatoes melted in my mouth the flavor was sensational. You must try the Pere & Noci salad along with your pizza, it peas, exquisite‼ Giorgia Caporuscio, an acclaimed and world champion pizzaiola who has earned international recognition for her authentic Neapolitan pizza, is behind the beloved Don Antonio restaurant. Located at 309 West 50th Street in New York City's Hell's Kitchen neighborhood, the casual eatery has an extensive list of pizzas. Don Antonio has over 30 types of Neapolitan pizzas, and the menu is a little bit daunting at first due to so many options, but even the pickiest eater will find something they'll want to eat. To top that off, Caporuscio recently debuted a brand new pizza tasting menu that features a curated lineup of never-before-seen pizza napoletana, and seven varieties of pizza fritta (fried pizza). Lastly, the entire pizza menu is now available gluten-free. With vast offerings, they are ambitious, and every dish is outstanding.

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    B Side Pizza & Wine Bar

    B Side Pizza & Wine Bar

    4.5
    (1.4k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    Returned to one of my favorite pizza eateries and had to share the exact same meal that made me…read morefeel that way. We started with two fabulous drinks: An Espresso Martini and their signature Limoncello Margarita. We shared the Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad and it was fabulous. The bits of bacon, combined with the spiciness of the pepper spices, made this a perfect starter. The entree was also shared and it was the Spicoli 2.0 Pizza. I cannot recommend this pie, enough. You will taste flavors that you've probably never experienced before with a pizza. Also, the different textures of the arugula, creaminess of the cheese, and the perfect crust will make it a memorable selection. For dessert, we shared the Buttermilk Panna Cotta. Each spoonful of those strawberries, dancing with the firm custard and glaze, made this a stupendous cap to the meal.

    Vile, disgusting pizza. The pies are aggressively salty, overpriced, and really have very little…read moreflavor and character. It also did not help that I was seated at the bar... RIGHT BY THE DOOR. Do people not realize that putting a bar near a door on a freezing cold night benefits no one? Good thing I did not order alcohol or I would have froze to death. Seriously, none of the pies stood out in grand memory. All I can think of is, well, nothing. Nothing positive anyway. The names of the pies are funny, and the staff is friendly, but besides that, the quality of the food for lack of a better word, dare I say it, sucks. Hoping to salvage the meal, I ordered their Chicken Parmesan. It was the Hail Mary pass that unfortunately did not connect. The cutlets are overcooked and dry, and the red sauce cooked with it has minimal tomato flavor. At least the spaghetti is cooked to a nice al dente and mellow garlic butter flavor, but like the sauce cooked in, it is also minimal. Part of the problem I feel is they are trying to go for a vibe that has a New York and modern feel. It does not work. Stay true to one or the other. Or at least look at other business models. I will use another pizzeria in Bushwick that exemplifies it perfectly. It is a hipster pizzeria in a hipster neighborhood. Through balance, it creates an ambiance both welcoming and warm without losing any of its Bushwick character. It does this by not beating you over the head with hipster vibes, just enough to let you know that you are in Bushwick. The band Franz Ferdinand was playing as I was wrapping up. Rather than take the pizza out, I suggest you throw it out. Overall pizza rating: 1.7/5

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    Carbonara pizza! Be sure to break the egg yolk in the center for some crust dipping goodness.
    Carbonara pizza! Be sure to break the egg yolk in the center for some crust dipping goodness.
    Carbonara Pizza ($17)
    Carbonara Pizza ($17)
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    BarDough

    BarDough

    4.5
    (431 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    Bardough NYC is such a fun spot! The atmosphere is lively and energetic, making it perfect for a…read morenight out with friends or even a casual date. The bar is a great bonus--well-stocked and a great place to hang while you wait for a table. The staff really stood out to me--super friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. And the pizza? Absolutely amazing. Fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. If you're looking for a go-to pizzeria with great vibes and even better food, I highly recommend Bardough NYC!

    Walking into Bardough will make you want to kill your phone the second you hit the bottom step…read morebecause the ambiance here is dialed in perfectly. The first thing you notice is the main bar wall, with its exposed centuries-old brick that has survived every bit of chaos this city could throw at it. It's subtly backlit from with a warm, amber glow that highlights every single historic groove and imperfection, making the whole room look like it's breathing. I have to say the centerpiece of the entire narrow room is the bar itself, and let me tell you, it is an absolute stunner of a contrast. Instead of the usual dark, sticky tavern wood, they've dropped in a long, continuous slab of pristine, elegantly smooth white stone. It glows under the soft lighting like a block of polished marble. There are no strobe lights and no obnoxious, skull-rattling bass in this joint. Instead, the room is wrapped in a blanket of incredibly chill music that matches the pulse of the room perfectly. It's just loud enough to drown out the noise in your own head, but quiet enough that you don't have to scream over the smooth white counter to be heard. People aren't here to be seen on TikTok; they're here to disappear for an hour or three. You slide into a chair, order a proper Old Fashioned from a bartender who doesn't rush the pour, and watch the ice melt against the amber-lit brick. It's the ultimate underground exhale--a perfect, narrow slice of peace in a city that never shuts up. Cheers!

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    Fresh spaghetti tossed in rich house-made meat sauce, finished with basil and parmesan a BarDough favorite for pasta lovers.
    Fresh spaghetti tossed in rich house-made meat sauce, finished with basil and parmesan a BarDough favorite for pasta lovers.
    A lineup of BarDough's signature cocktails handcrafted classics and modern twists made with fresh ingredients and bold flavors.

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    A lineup of BarDough's signature cocktails handcrafted classics and modern twists made with fresh ingredients and bold flavors.
    Tony's Di Napoli

    Tony's Di Napoli

    4.2
    (3.1k reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$$

    Big shout out to best waiter Rob and his GM Dreni!!!…read more I came here in my birthday, July 2nd. We had trouble navigating and were late, and they still seated us and were so kind. First of all, Rob is so much fun, an excellent waiter, and very willing to go the extra mile for you. When Rob spoke to Dreni, he was kind enough to make a special accommodation for my and his serious diet restriction (since it's difficult to split a meal with him.) we appreciated this so much, especially in a busy restaurant. Not only were these men awesome, but they food was amazing!!!! And the ambience is beautiful and fun. There was also a photographer walking around, which will be framed in my home and made a great gift for my mom. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough.

    We sat at the bar for dinner before a Broadway show, and the bartender was attentive, putting in…read moreour food order quickly and giving us water though he did rush us to leave before we finished our drinks. I got eggplant rollatini, an appetizer but a hearty dish. My mother got the rigatoni with mozzarella and eggplant and my other friend got the seafood pasta. Overall, pretty standard fare Italian American food for an average price point in the neighborhood. The calamari in the seafood was slightly overcooked but it was plentiful with clams, mussels, and shrimp as well. Overall, the restaurant was busy at 5:30pm on a Tuesday and we were glad to be able to grab seats at the bar. I would go again if I were seeing a show in the neighborhood but not for the food itself.

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    Seafood Linguini in Luciano (white wine garlic sauce)
    Seafood Linguini in Luciano (white wine garlic sauce)
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