Ceres

Pizza restaurant · Little Italy

Ceres

Pizza restaurant · Little Italy

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164 Mott St, Manhattan, NY 10013

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Thin sourdough crust pizza with quality ingredients.  

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164 Mott St, Manhattan, NY 10013 Get directions

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The 20 Best Pizza Places In NYC - New York - The Infatuation

"A $40 price tag for plain cheese pizza is pushing it. Especially when you can’t currently order it by the slice. But if you value innovation in the field of pizza science, put Ceres on your to-do list. At this Little Italy shop from a pair of Eleven Madison Park vets, slices are cracker-crisp and inconceivably thin, with minimal flop and puffy, baguette-like crusts that will wear out every muscle in your jaw. The plain one’s great, and the tomato variety has a sauce that’s tart as a granny smith apple. But the obvious winners are a white pie with pancetta, chives, and crème fraîche—think fancy Lays dip—and one with aged balsamic, puddles of ‘njuda with a roasted chili flavor, and globs of creamy burrata." - bryan kim, willa moore, kenny yang, carlo mantuano, molly fitzpatrick

https://www.theinfatuation.com/new-york/guides/best-pizza-nyc
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The thinnest, chewiest slices are at Ceres Pizza - Review - New York - The Infatuation

"When it opened in early 2025, Ceres Pizza raised some eyebrows selling plain cheese slices that, at $6 a pop, were some of the priciest in the city. But those slices—cracker-crisp and inconceivably thin—were remarkable. Drizzled with Tuscan olive oil that tastes like summer, and topped with Parmigiano Reggiano made from the milk of the reggiana red cow, the slices had minimal flop and elegant peaks of charred mozzarella. From our very first visit it was obvious: Ceres was necessary eating for anyone who values innovation in the field of pizza science. Then mogul/pizza critic Dave Portnoy showed up, awarded the place a 9.2 out of 10, and poof. The slices were gone. photo credit: Bryan Kim Ceres got so busy, they couldn’t keep up with the demand. Their oven can only fit six pizzas at a time, so they only do whole pies now—around 165 of them a day. Getting your hands on one is a hassle. You need to stop by the store and sign up for a time slot. When we showed up at around 3pm on a Wednesday, the next slot available was 6pm. By 6:30pm, they were sold out. photo credit: Bryan Kim Unfortunately, the 'nduja pie with burrata and balsamic is worth the inconvenience. It costs $63, yes, but factor in that each pie has at least $7 worth of nine-year-aged balsamic on it, as well as burrata and heaps of ‘nduja. The tomato pizza, with a sauce that's tart as granny smith apple, is also very good—as is the white pie topped with pancetta, chives, and crème fraîche. Sure, the puffy sourdough crust could use some more flavor, and it would be nice if Ceres had straightforward options like a pepperoni pie. But if you want to taste some of the thinnest, fussiest pizza in New York City, Ceres should be on your list. Food Rundown Cheese Pizza Every cheese pie gets a big ladle of sauce made from two types of San Marzano tomatoes, in addition to around one-and-a-half fistfuls of shredded mozzarella, and a few cubes of scamorza. Nothing too elaborate, just quality ingredients on an razor-thin crust. photo credit: Bryan Kim 'Nduja Pizza Seems like a gimmick, but it isn't. This pizza is topped with aged balsamic, little puddles of 'nduja with a roasted chili flavor, and globs of creamy burrata. It's a touch sweet, a little spicy, and overall fantastic. photo credit: Bryan Kim" - Bryan Kim

https://www.theinfatuation.com/new-york/reviews/ceres-pizza
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New NYC Restaurant Openings in New York City: January 2025 | Eater NY

"A downtown slice shop from a duo who both worked at Eleven Madison Park; the sleek storefront space (with several tables) serves plain, tomato-ricotta, and mushroom slices." - Emma Orlow

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Albert K

Google
Great pizza with thin crust. Tried the tomato and the cheese! $40 a pizza and $2 per box to go. You need to wait 30 minutes before it opens and then 20 minutes. Was it worth the wait? The pizza is tasty and good cheese. It’s a big pizza so it will fill up 3 people or so. It’s worth trying if you get there early. If you arrive late it will take 2 hours for pizza! I’d wait for hype to slow down a bit first for winter.

Olivier JOSEPH

Google
The sourdough pizza here is fantastic, you can really taste the difference in the quality ingredients. Service was quick and friendly, which made the whole experience smooth and enjoyable. The only thing that felt off was being charged extra for a to-go box after spending over $40. Great food overall, but that detail takes away a little from the experience.

Reagan Bossolina

Google
Absolutely worth the wait! This pizza is next-level—perfectly crisp crust, rich, flavorful sauce, and fresh toppings that taste like they were made just for you. You can tell they put real care into every pie. It’s not the kind of pizza you grab in a hurry, so plan ahead, because once you take that first bite, you’ll know it was time well spent. Hands down one of the best pizza experiences I’ve ever had!

Spencer Lincoln

Google
Ceres is as good as it gets for NYC pizza. Originally had the cheese upon first visit then had to go back for the mushroom. Both were incredible. They put a lot of effort in to their dough and it shows; super thin, crispy and packed with flavor. It’s cool how their pizzas are all elevated in terms of the ingredients, preparation and flavor but they are not overwhelming by any means. You can enjoy multiple slices with ease. Best pizza in NYC. Get there early and expect to wait; reserve a time slot, go do some stuff, then come back and enjoy.

Nicholas J

Google
Ordered at 1:45pm and picked up at 5:15pm — the wait was absolutely worth it. The pizza was cooked to perfection: paper thin, light, and full of flavor. We had the cheese and the tomato, and both were outstanding in their own way. Simple, high-quality ingredients that let the crust and sauce shine. Easily one of the best pizzas I’ve had and also in NYC.

jon

Google
This place was definitely legit. We walked in at around 12 o’clock on a Sunday. Nice young lady and she basically told us you know you could order right now And come back around 2 PM and exactly 2 PM. The food is ready. The two chefs were in the back. We’re awesome. They were really nice to talk to. They even told me to have a slice right now cause it’s perfect before you take it to go and gave me a slice of each one before I took the pies to go incredible Service the pizza was phenomenal. You could tell they use top level ingredients. You get what you pay for the slices were paper thin like a cracker. The ingredients were top level. You could tell you’re eating quality. It was worth the wait. If you planted out correctly it’s incredible. Give it a chance you won’t be disappointed. I’m telling you the tomato pie, nothing touches it. five stars all around we’ll definitely be back.

sahil kapoor

Google
Honestly, this place is extremely overhyped. We got there at 1 PM and managed to get two pies for $81 — one was a tomato pie and the other a regular pie. The pizza was… okay at best. Nothing mind-blowing. The crust was super crunchy with no flop, but the sauce was lacking flavor — it was missing proper seasoning. Even the cheese ratio felt off. The tomato pie especially was a letdown — basically just white tomato, no real punch to it. Between the four of us, not one person genuinely enjoyed either pie. For the price, we expected way more. The the place was nice though. You’re all piece of fanatics But truly, Pizza, but it might not be to our taste buds, I’m not a hater You should try for yourself decide

Paul E

Google
Best pizza in NYC hands down. The food was well cooked, amazing blend of flavors and texture that truly puts this place at the top. The service was great as well - the woman who served us, Lydia, was very kind and accommodating. This may have been a bit pricey but worth every cent.
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Christine P.

Yelp
Man I hate to agree with the hype but I loved it! Not sure I would wait hours for it but if you like your pizza crispy & thin NOWHERE else compares. lol I was fortunate to come before Barstool really blew it up and it was awesome. Ingredients were great, thin& crispy (borderline burnt lol) but somehow still holds up the ingredients without a flop! Charging for boxes at this price point already is INSANE. Smh typical ny sh*t where establishments continue to nickel & dime you for everything. This pizza isn't for everyone but it is for me. lol
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Ben J.

Yelp
Hands down the best pizza I've ever had in my life. The sauce was unlike anything I've tasted before, most places lean either savory or sweet, but this one had a perfect acidic balance that paired beautifully with the Parmesan and mozzarella blend. Personally, I would've loved just a bit more mozzerela, but even without it, the flavors were insane. The crust deserves its own shoutout: flavorful (almost like sourdough), perfectly crunchy on the outside, yet still soft and moist inside. Truly next-level. I'll definitely be coming back to try more of their pizzas. If you're a pizza lover, this spot is an absolute must.
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Neil E.

Yelp
If you are a diehard thin crust pie demolishing mofo you gotta make the pilgrimage to Ceres and bring a crew with you to try at least 2-3 whole pies(unless they go back to slanging slices, the you can do a solo mission) There are levels to pizza and this is def in the upper echelon of pizza not for anything specific but as a whole the pizza ceres was made with deliberate purpose: to be the Mecca of pizza in the Mecca of pizza! Structure: is perfect not burnt but well done despite the thinness it still maintained a level Of bite and chew to avoid being a cracker. Enough crust to coral all the toppings but not be just extra neglected dough, but even the then the crust was delectable! Toppings: all in all the perfect amount of sauce cheese was on a pizza crawl all day so I kept it light with the cheese only but I seated next to me were the most kind and beautiful Cali to NY transplant who shared their mushroom white pie and hands down that pie was off the hook!!! I'm not gonna talk about price, wait times, lines, or service. This pizza stands on business and talk beyond the pizza is just noise. Come here for a pie that will stand up to the hype!
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Clara C.

Yelp
I blame social media for blowing up this place, and I blame myself for following the crowds. On a Saturday afternoon, I got in a queue to order pizza. I overheard someone was saying that they had to schedule a time later in the day to pick up the pizza. On top of that, it was a pie day, so they were not selling any slices. Just my luck. All I wanted to do was eat a slice there and leave. I waited about an hour in line. A few parties ahead of me left, so the wait could have been longer had they chose to stay. By the time I got to the counter, the Nduja was sold out. The earliest pick up time was 5 PM. Furthermore, you can only sit inside if you got your pizza. No boxes at the tables. But they do charge $1.63 for a big take out box. I ended up ordering the white pie $40. A guy next to us had the cheese pie, and we swapped a couple slices. I think both were mid T.T I feel so bad to say that. The white was so salty. The cheese was not salty enough. The base was pretty good though - nothing sliding off the tip of the pizza for that first bite. Also it wasn't good cold. Highly recommend to eat all the pizza while it's hot. This wasn't worth all the waiting and coming back.
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Brian O.

Yelp
If you're into pizza, Ceres is a must-try. They usually sell out by around 3pm and only sell full pies, so definitely plan ahead. We went because of the hype and Portnoy's rating, and it absolutely lived up to it. The system they run is smooth--you put your name down, come back about 2 hours later, and your pie is ready. We got the classic cheese pie (the only option), and it was unreal--crispy, light, and flavorful. Hands down one of the best pizzas in NYC. Totally worth the wait.
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Arie L.

Yelp
Good but not the Dave 9.2 good. You can tell the ingredients are top shelf. But I just needed more. Or a little less done. Both pies were a bit crispy for my liking, and I like crispy but this was close to a little burnt. Go with the specialty pies not just the cheese
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Jiwon K.

Yelp
First thing to note: CHECK THEIR INSTAGRAM the day you want to go to find out if it's a pie day or slice day. I went on a day that they weren't doing slices, so I had to get a whole pizza, which is fine and I called in some reinforcements to help. And they do it by time slots so when you order a pie, you will likely have to wait a bit for your pick up time slot. I ordered around 2.30pm and my pick up time was 5.15pm. I get that might not be everyone's cup of tea, but there are only the two owners making every pie and perfection takes time. We got a mushroom pie and it was phenomenal. And I am so glad I got a whole pie bc I couldn't stop at just one slice. The crust is so thin and crispy. I fear it is one of the best pizzas I've had. The flavours of the mushroom pizza were incredible and if it were easier to get, I would be there way more often.
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Demi N.

Yelp
Best pizza I've had in my life!! To be fair, I haven't tried many pizza places. I've really only had Joe's Pizza (which I love) and Ceres (aside from the typical chain pizza like Pizza Hut). But boy after one visit, I am hooked. I got the mushroom pizza, and it was 10/10. Part of me wants to return and get the mushroom pizza again because it was that good, and the other part of me wants to return and try a different pizza so that I can get a taste of what other masterpieces Ceres has to offer! I have to really like a restaurant to return again instead of trying a new place, and I would definitely return to Ceres! At the time of this review, Ceres has two ways that they sell pizza. On one day, they sell only entire pies/boxes of pizzas. On another day, they sell only slices. You have to check their Instagram to see if it's a slice day or a pie day. The day we visited was a day they only sold entire pies. We came around 4pm, and their Nouja was sold out so we opted for the mushroom pizza. After we placed our order, we were told to return at 6pm for pickup. I didn't know pizza could taste so good, but after learning that the chefs used to work for Eleven Madison Park, it all makes sense now. The thing is, everyone has different tastes, so this isn't going to be everyone's favorite pizza. For example, my friend said it was not worth it for him, and he'd rather have Joe's pizza. I'm the complete opposite, and Ceres totally hits the spot for my taste, which means having great flavor!! I want to say that if you're a lover of fine dining, you'll likely appreciate this pizza.
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Ben F.

Yelp
Definitely good pizza but don't break your head over getting to try it. I walked in around 1:30 and was told I could pick up a pie by 3:30 (and that the Nduja was sold out). You have the option to dine in when you pick up your pie. A to go box costs an additional $1.50. The employee at the register is super curt for no reason. This is a crunchy slice with good structure. The cheese is on the dry side (in a good way for my personal taste). There is a dusting of Parmesan that lends a bit of funk. There is good caramelization and the sauce is flavorful. I did think the pizza was overcooked though. Overall worth a try if you're hanging out in the area anyway.
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Peter M.

Yelp
The two gents that run this place have a lot to be proud of. Ceres offers up some of the best pizza I've had in my life. No flop. Amazing flavor. Sauce, cheese, and crust are equally impeccable. Some good things to note: - they weren't doing slices. Full pies only. - we got in line at 11 am on a Friday to put our name in. There was already a line. - you'll be given a time slot to come and pick up your pizza. - there is indoor seating. Coming here is an amazing experience. It absolutely lives up to the hype!
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Nate L.

Yelp
TLDR: Worth the hype, worth the wait. Must try. Mushroom pie: 5/5 Cheese pie: 4.5/5 Tomato pie: 4/5 *CHECK THEIR INSTAGRAM FOR MOST UPDATED DAILY PROCESSES* After receiving some recognition from Dave Portnoy, this place garnered a lot of attention and the wait exploded to nearly 2 hours on a regular day. Came here on a "pie only" day and was able to secure two time slots to return and retrieve my pies. a lot of people waited 45 minutes only to be notified that they were only selling pies to be retrieved at a later time that day. Mushroom pie: ABSOLUTELY amazing. Crème fraiche with the finely chopped mushrooms on their crust was - I would wait 3 hours to get this. Cheese pie: not too overwhelming but had an amazing taste. Tied together wonderfully by a beautiful olive oil drizzle- would wait up to 2 hours. Tomato pie: not too tart. Topped off with a generous portion of parm which gave it a nice sharp flavor but definitely hard to compare this with the two other pies. Would wait up to 1.5 hours.
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Dalena D.

Yelp
I think I just found my new favorite pizza spot!! Favorite: Mushroom Pizza White Tomato I tried the cheese but wasn't impressed. We waited about 45 minutes around lunch time on saturday. Their pizza is made out of sourdough. It was the perfect level of thinness for NY style pizza. The chives were chopped super small. Overall, very impressed with this place! Excited to come back and try the Njuda
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Matthew S.

Yelp
Thank you Barstool Sports for making this new Chinatown/Little Italy pizzeria into the city's latest tourist trap. In part also thanks to an article by the New York Post, business has exploded for this pizzeria. Part of me understands why, part of me still does not. Here is the part explaining why I understand. The pizza is not rushed out to you. The pies are made with precision and with scientific accuracy that leave no detail undone. The result is a nice and sharp looking pie that tastes pretty good, especially as the pie cools down. It comes to you pretty hot, so the first few bites may not be pleasant, but it does get better after 2-3 minutes. Here is the part explaining why I do not understand. The pies are made more on the well done side. The crust in some parts is too charred and the wait for the pie can exceed longer than expected. There is also very little area to sit, almost encouraging you to take the pie with you. The community feel inside and out make it feel more playful and fun than the vanilla pizzeria most have come to expect. Here are the rules: 1.) Pies are made on a first come; first served basis. Slices are most likely going to be phased out as the staff cannot keep up with the demand. 2.) The line for pies forms a half hour prior to opening. No ordering ahead and no online ordering. It does move at a leisurely pace. 3.) Once you get to the counter to order, pick a time for when you want to get it. This will help in the long run. If they want to put slices back on the menu, I promise they will have a line all the way to Grand Street, and beyond. Pies are the true model here. 4.) Come back at your requested time slot, skip the line, and wait for your circle of joy (or sphere of influence) to come into your welcoming arms. -- It might seem like a lot, and it is, but it is a good pie. If you want slices, make your way a few blocks up to Scarr's, I promise you as an avid pizza connoisseur you will not be disappointed, but pies only here folks. Yes, they are expensive at roughly $40 a pop. Barstool gave it a 9.2/10. I do not use a 10 point scale. I use the 5 point scale, so for me it is a 4.1/5. Good enough?
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Jina P.

Yelp
There's some tables and bar-like seating on the side, but the space is not particularly massive. Seating is first come, first serve so you have to be somewhat lucky to get a seat, at least without waiting. It's not ideal for big groups. Also, the restroom was out of order when we went. In order to actually order pizza, you have to order up front and then they bring the pizza out to you. It took roughly 15-30 minutes for the pizza to come out, and you can only order full pies. While the pie itself is pretty pricy, the pizza was quite delicious. We got the mushroom pie and the crust was nice and hard in the bottom but soft on the ends, with no grease or sogginess. As a result, I ate three slices and didn't feel terrible at all. All in all, it was a solid pizza and I'd definitely want to come again to try their other pies.
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Victoria X.

Yelp
During the day you can get pizza by the slice but once there's a crazy rush you could only buy by the pie. The staff here is pretty chill and friendly. During pie only hours you can order, pay, and come back to pick up or dine in. Note there's a $1.50 per box charge if you decide to do take out, or takeaway any slices you do not finish.
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Alan S.

Yelp
I came here on an April afternoon when I was supposed to be eating matzoh, but the crust is thin enough to pass off as unleavened. And I wanted to try the pies here before the lines reach L'industrie levels. I quite enjoyed the pizza rosse, which reminded me of the similar pie that used to be available at Farina under the BQE before they recently closed. The extremely thin crust pairs well with a slightly tangy/sour tomato sauce.
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Arlene W.

Yelp
I stopped by Ceres at 1:30pm to put my name down for a 5:30 pizza since they only make a limited number of doughs each day and it fills up fast. When I came back, there was already a line outside and a steady flow of people waiting for their turn. Ceres is run by two chefs who've worked at Eleven Madison Park, Lilia, and Roberta's, and it shows in the care they put into every detail. The menu is tight and focused. The day I went they had a sign saying whole pizzas, no slices. I ordered the cheese pie, and it was incredible. The crust was blistered and chewy, and the sauce and cheese were in perfect balance. It's a little pricier at around $40 for a whole pie, but the quality makes it worth it. The space is small and walk-in only, but it feels like one of those classic New York spots.
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Macarena O.

Yelp
Finally found a sourdough pizza in NY! It was very very good - my favorite was the mushroom (10/10). We also got the tomato slice and added Burrata and peppers. I think the peppers were over powering the taste of the rest of the ingredients but overall all the slices were delicious. The wait was very long..they had only two people working on a Saturday afternoon.
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Caroline D.

Yelp
Definitely my new fave place to grab a slice! Love how thin and crispy the crust is here - feels a lot lighter than most other places. You can tell they use fresh ingredients & I've really enjoyed their seasonal specials.
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FredRock A.

Yelp
All I have to say is Ehh, good but NOT worth the trip nor the wait. I tried the cheesless slice and won't be ordering that again.
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Franny A.

Yelp
Mushroom is a must!!! Sourdough makes all the difference! This Noho sloop by two former Eleven MadisonPark alums in a generously sized interior paying homage to the old school with ample seating. Ate: Plain & mushrooms Total $13 Slices are finished with olive oil and elite. There's tap water and my slices were top tier. The mushroom with crème fraiche tasted like a tarts flambé. It's pricey but it's absolutely pizza perfection.
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Han L.

Yelp
This was the best ny pizza I've had in my life. Come an hour before opening. ceres ceres

Sarah S.

Yelp
Worth the wait. Not really greasy and very crispy. Just got the cheese pizza but it did not disappoint. Huge pizza! Sauce flavor was fantastic as well - very basil forward in the best way.
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Marzio O.

Yelp
Very much overrated and overhyped. This is a standard thin crust pizza baked well-done, with a savory/sour sauce and minimal cheese. And I do mean minimal. $40 for this on top of the wait is criminal. Much better pizza to be found in NYC. This place wouldn't last a month in NJ.
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Lyon L.

Yelp
Exploding all over social media. We flew to NY just for this amazing pizza. Well, not specifically for this pizza but it did influence our decision to visit NY. Arrived around 1pm and placed our order and it was a 2 hour wait. Yup.. two hours. So we decided to roam around Chinatown to kill some time. Finally, hot, sweaty and hangry. We got the cheese, super crisp, good sauce could have used a tad bit more cheese but overall good balance. Awesome service and owners nice AF. Excellent pie.. will circle back
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Jenn H.

Yelp
1. Great Music 2. Nice staff 3. Love organic sourdough 4. Pizza options were delish! I was on my way somewhere else entirely. Hadn't heard of this place. Stopped in bc I can always have pizza, plus the "organic sourdough" descrip had me instantly. Ordered the white pizza and was NOT disappointed! So tasty. So crunchy. Even & balanced bite throughout. Really really good and will go again. I would have taken a pic but honestly I'm sitting here eating it now and I just can't stop lol! Really really good! Worth a try for sure :)
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Silvie C.

Yelp
Went on opening day and was surprised to see no line, granted the weather was kinda cold and rainy. As Anna A has noted, two EMP alumni opened Ceres and they're slinging thin, organic sourdough slices with some beautiful knife skills. The white slice has immaculately diced pancetta and gets a 10 out of 10 @ratemychives score. Between the white, plain, tomato and mushroom slices, the mushroom was by far my favorite. They offer you the option of additional peppers and ricotta or the tomato slice but declined both--however my friend def recommends opting in. I believe they took over the old Two Hands Aussie cafe space. The place is warmly lit and beautifully decorated with Cesca chairs. It looks like some of the doors and windows open up accordion-style. Would love to see this space with people mingling on the sidewalk on summer evenings or used for special events. With Sauce Pizzeria closed in nearby LES, I don't wanna say this place is filling a void, but hopefully it'll make a name for itself as the weather gets warmer and the word gets out.
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Marwa M.

Yelp
I want to give a shout to the very kind lady in the front named Lydia she was so welcoming Now the pizza was pretty good I just wish it was a little cheesier. I like my pizza cheesy but it's very thin how I like my pizza and super crispy!
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Jessica L.

Yelp
Their pizza is high quality ingredients. Mainly the two boss man are always working. I've tried all their pizza selection and loved every one of them. My favorite is the tomato with the works on it. Their random special pizza that come out once it a while are pretty good too. The one with burrata is very good also. I highly recommend here. I use to come about 3xs a week before they got so popular after the guy who reviewed them blew them up. Now it's so hard to just go and get a slice. They are a little bit thin slice pizza for my liking by the topping make up for it. I usually like pizza with more of a dough to bite into
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Iryna P.

Yelp
Was excited to check out this place because of all the viral videos on Instagram of their sourdough crust pizza. The owner Julian seemed really nice, we showed up at 11 based on Yelps opening hours but they don't open until 12. The place is really nice and has good ambiance. We tried two different cheese slices, and I would say I was not overly impressed. I would give it a 3 rating, the pizza was a bit too burned for my taste and crispy.
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Kiare M.

Yelp
Unforgettable. When I was a kid I always came home to a hot and delicious bowl of tomato soup, made by my dad, a military vet. It was simple. Take the can, add water, boil it, break up some saltines, and you're good. He would say "Bon appetite madame" and fold a $99c a bag napkin fancy like. Now at 36, I have longed to have those moments and flavors replicated. This staple of my childhood has never been matched, as they don't make the soup he made me anymore. We rounded the corner to a hole in the wall, Ceres. I was expecting great pizza, but what I wasn't expecting was the impossibility that anything I've tasted could compare to the nostalgia of those childhood moments. But this pizza... it sent me back. Perhaps even lined my eyes with tears. The first bite.... It was savory, sweet, salty, and crunchy, yet delicate, like a lightly soaked saltine. The tomatoes are so fresh in this pizza, you can almost smell the garden from whence they came. The crust, fluffy and crunchy, the best combination of flavor and fun. Thank you for taking me back. Unforgettable. If I could, I would give you the Michelin myself.
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Claire L.

Yelp
100% worth the wait!! We came here Sunday at 7pm so of course there was a line and I didn't really want to wait but boy was I proven wrong. The pizza was outstanding!! The line moves slowly but it's because once you order the slices come really fast instead of a fast order line then long wait for food which tbh I prefer. We also talked with the cashier/owner and talked about our order and then he followed up with us an hour after we had ordered asking what we thought. Such an incredible bite AND experience which we really weren't expecting. 10/10 don't miss this spot!!
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Stephen G.

Yelp
The best pizza I've ever had in my life no competition. The dough was perfectly crispy and crunchy like a cracker with the cheese evenly melted on top. The sauce was the right balance of savory and sweet with tons of flavor. Crust has the best flavor and crunch. Super nice owners that are friendly and engaging with the customers. Cashier was very kind. Ambiance was open, inviting, and chill with good music. We came right at noon and the line took about 30 minutes to setup reservation for getting pizza at 7:30. Well worth the wait, but you have to make day of it and not come with the expectation of getting the pizza when you first get here and wait in line. Accept that they're super busy and popular. You have to power through because it is highly worth it in the end and exceeds expectations. Thank you Ceres!
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Daniel A.

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A solid slice that's reminiscent of Scarr's - incredibly thin and crispy, though the crust is slightly underwhelming. Beware they don't have a lot a lot of variety and the line moves quite slow, but Ceres is still a worthy stop on an NYC pizza tour.
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Minique D.

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No frills shop, 4 slice people options - worth the price. Everything you want & expect in a great pizza. Thin, crunchy, excellent undercarriage, flavourful sauce (not too tart - but well balanced). Love that it's a sourdough pizza. Would definitely come back.
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Cassidy H.

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Can't be improved upon. Loved every bite. Could get this very often if I lived closer
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Evelyn H.

Yelp
The mushroom pizza is a revelation! Between the sourdough crust, fresh herbs and the flavor profile this is unlike any pizza I've had before and a different species than Joe's, L'industrie, etc. Highly recommend trying, but suggest coming at an off-hour. The two owners do everything and the line can get backed up. I went around 8 on a Wednesday and wait wasn't too bad.
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Kirstie C.

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I really wanted to love this place. I saw all the reviews and the tik-tok reels, and even their interview on Jimmy Fallon. It was so average. It doesn't hold a candle to L'industrie at all or even Chrissy's. Went around 3:30pm with my friend and ordered 3 slices. We wanted to share and asked if we have cutlery, they said "no", or if they cut it in half, one of the owners said "no" and then asked "if we still wanted it". Really rude. The only somewhat good pizza was the mushroom. the cheese and tomato were awfully plain. The crust was thick and tasteless, the slices were all slightly burned rather than crispy. Not worth the commute or the wait.
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Jessica F.

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Great new pizza spot. I thankfully got here when there was practically no line. The service was quick. There's some counter seating along the wall and a few tables and chairs. I would not come here with a large group. The menu was limited with only five pies, four of which are served in slices. The slice price here is on the higher side but these pizzas are made with good ingredients. I got the plain and mushroom slice. Plain was good but that mushroom slice I'll be dreaming about until I come back.
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Brandon P.

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Visited Ceres on a Saturday afternoon. There was a line out the door so it took about 25 min to place our order. There was only 2 workers doing it all so it was hard for them to take orders, make pizzas, reheat pizzas, box pizzas, etc. We ordered the tomato pie and added ricotta and peppers and the mushroom slice. The tomato slice was delicious and the tomato had a good tanginess which I enjoyed. I would add ricotta to the slice but can go without the peppers. The mushroom slice was equally delicious with the right amount of toppings in each bite. Overall great slices of pizzas! Will try their plain cheese next time.

Barry S.

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Went with a group of 6. Ordered 4 pies. Each one was perfection On their own. Two people can split a a pie and spend about $20 bucks. You'll pay that much at Burger King in NYC. To those complaining about the cost - factor in the highest quality ingredients, rent, salaries, insurance, utilities, equipment and you'll realize this is worth your time and money. The staff was friendly and engaging.
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Joshua C.

Yelp
Nduja pizza was phenomenal. Incredible. Crispy bottom, no flop. Soft juicy toppings. FANTASTIC crust like so airy. It's the best elevated ny style pizza in the city. Awesome
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Brooke K.

Yelp
Friendly counter service. The ambiance gives old school 70 vibes with a few tables and counter space. I tried the mushroom it was incredible. The flavors of the mushroom with crème fraiche, mushroom and onion paired so well together. So delish, lives up to the hype for sure. They don't give any sides like parm etc but it doesn't need help. The sourdough is also a nice compliment to the flavors. 10/10

Timothy M.

Yelp
Hearing "Portnoy's favorite," you know it'll be stiff, overly crunchy (as if that's supposedly a superior trait), and likely made only to please him and his followers. One of the worst things to come out of his One Bite nonsense, is the "no flop" phenomenon, which has led to a lack of independent thought as it comes to great pizza. This place is the unfortunate epitome of that mindless follower group, and perhaps a harbinger of things to come, if we don't start being honest with ourselves. Without at least some flop in pizza, you might lose what makes pizza truly awesome, and you know that if you're being honest with yourself. For you..., Ceres might be great, but it might also be over-priced, over-cooked Totino's, as I heard one woman say. Don't let an aging frat boy, who runs a mediocre sports site, tell you what's good, and don't let the impressionable young people who love him, and design a pizza place after those very specific tastes, fool you into thinking you're enjoying the second-coming of messianic pizza. You have a brain, and you know flop can be awesome. Try this for yourself, if you can afford it, think for yourself, and be careful with the roof of your mouth..., not because of the heat, but the abrasive, cardboard texture.
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Joseph B.

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I wanted to give less stars but seeing as they are still fairly new I am giving them the benefit of the doubt and can see their passion flourish in this location. I watched these guys hustle kicking out slices and whole pizzas while trying to help customers at the same time. The grind was real watching them trying to make this work. My biggest gripe was that they only had four pizzas by the slice and the one I wanted to try was not available that day. That kinda sucked but again, let these guys grow into the shop and make it thrive. Im hoping by the time I make it back to NYC they would have had enough time to get this ship rocking and rolling.
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Kayla B.

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Very very long wait on a Saturday afternoon (like 1 hour) but it really is worth it. The crust is so crispy and cracker thing with very minimal flop because the sourdough is cooked to perfection. The mushroom slice was so complex in its flavour and something I really hadn't had every in a pizza, especially a slice shop. Again, because the crust is so thin and crisp I feel I could have crushed like 5 of these easily. Would come again but really be ready to wait as there are just two guys working their butts off to make everything super fresh for everyone (they literally stop taking orders to roll out and make more dough lol- don't go on a time crunch). Minimal seating so keep that in mind too
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Lulu A.

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I think the rules keep changing bc they r trying to figure it out. Went last Friday and this was the protocol: - got in line at 11am. Already 9 ppl ahead of me. - doors open 11:30am - pies only. Ordered a cheese pie at 11:35am. They said come back at 1pm to pick up. They didn't say I could choose my time and I didn't ask. - had an appt at 1 so husband went to get pie at 1. Luckily we live close by. Husband said at 1pm the pick up times were 4:30pm FYI - I did have to heat up my slices on pizza stone in hot oven at home. I had to think about it but I do think this is very good pizza. You have to like a drier pizza though. (Lucali cheese is my number 1, Una cossaca is my number 2) So I do like a drier pizza style. The cheese is very plain but there is a depth of flavor that's unique and I would say a certain je ne sais quoi that is hard to describe. It's a giant pain to get this pizza though and requires hours of effort. And also idk if these kids are down to making every pizza themselves forever so we will see when they start to delegate the pizza making.
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Joshua S.

Yelp
Cool place with vintage coke napkin dispensers, nice wood accents, plenty of room for in house dining but let's talk about the pizza. These guys are making truly innovative pizza -- light but crunchy, thin but chewy. 0 flop. Tomato pie was tart and funky with grated Parm and some kind of olive oil that was kind of peppery but well rounded. Absolutely delicious. Cheese slice was an interesting take on the classic NY cheese pizza. Sauce was a little more acidic and definitely less sweet than some of the other hyped pizza shops in the city but I love that the flavor had a bit of a bite to it. Also a lot of the reviews on here are critical of the service. When I was in, the line was almost out the door. Two cooks total one prepping orders and one oven man taking orders and cutting and serving the pies. The guy I interacted with (oven man) could not have been nicer. I got my slices quickly and I enjoyed every bite.
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Michael B.

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Lined up at 11am, got a 1pm reservation, so two hour wait for a $46 cheese pizza. Worth every minute and dollar.