Denino's Greenwich Village

We’re with my son on his make a wish trip. We have been all over the city and he’s had a hard time connecting with places/restaurants/activities for various reasons. We just happened to come here and it honestly made his day SO much brighter. Oscar was our main waiter and there was another gentleman who helped us as well. Their attitude along with the food and atmosphere made my son so comfortable and he was just thrilled. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Absolutely outstanding. These men deserve the world for what they did for my son who is struggling health wise and the emotions that come with that. THANK YOU

Denino's Pizzeria Tavern in NYC offers a delightful culinary experience with its mouthwatering pizzas and welcoming ambiance. The crispy yet chewy crust complements the rich, flavorful toppings, creating a perfect harmony of taste. The attentive staff and cozy atmosphere make it an ideal spot for a casual meal or a gathering with friends. Especially Tugba was so helpful and friendly. Denino's commitment to quality ingredients and classic recipes ensures a memorable dining experience, making it a must-visit for pizza enthusiasts in the city.

Extremely authentic Italian food. Great atmosphere and great food. Mozzarella sticks were crispy while the cheese inside was soft. The Italian egg rolls were full of pork flavor and the balsamic glaze was the cherry on top. The pizza was fantastic. We got buffalo chicken, margarita, prosciutto, and vodka. The dough was crisp and had the best flavor of any pizza I had in awhile. Definitely go here

I wish I could give this place 10 stars. I had their pizza for the first time 6 months ago, on my first visit to NYC. On my next visit a month ago, I tried several other places, thinking that someone else HAD to be able to have a pizza as good as theirs. I went home disappointed, and dreaming of Denino’s. Then this week, I legit flew to NYC from Oregon for 36 hours JUST so I could get their pizza again. It was absolutely worth it, and I’d do it again! On this past visit, we accidentally ordered the wrong style of pizza. It was our fault 100%, and we took full responsibility for our error and asked them to bring us a second pie. Despite it being fully on us, they insisted on comping the second pizza and wouldn’t hear of letting us pay for it. This would still be a 5-star review if they hadn’t comped it, but the professionalism and passion for their customers’ satisfaction is what makes me wish I could double the stars given. When you eat at Denino’s, it’s the real deal, in all ways. This will forever be the pizza to beat for me, and I would be shocked if any other place comes close to challenge. I cannot wait to go back!

Hearty and delicious pizza with unique combinations. Real mozzarella sticks with homemade red sauce. Like a mother's super delicious meatballs.

Good tavern style pizza. Crunchy crust with a sweet sauce. The kids loved it. They serve Peroni so that's a huge plus. Lots of seating and bathrooms are clean.

This restaurant is excellent when it comes to pizza! Unfortunately, their stoves were not working when we went, so no pastas or hot appetizers were available. I wanted to come here ever since seeing this restaurant featured in the Food Network as one of the best thin crust pizzas out there. They weren’t kidding! The margherita pizza was excellent! Never had tomato sauce that tangy and delicious before on a pizza! The mozzarella was sparse but so delicious. The pizza dough and crust are delicious as well - still retaining a good level of crispiness under the weight of the sauce. Service was also really good - staff are attentive and helpful throughout the entire meal.

Pizza Crawl 2024 Stop #11 For our 10-year anniversary we are stopping in Chicago, Detroit, NYC, and New Haven, CT This has been my favorite pizza of the whole trip so far, which is saying a lot since I’ve had a lot of pizza the last few days!! It’s obviously similar to many of the other NYC pizza places, but it’s done really well! I have zero complaints. I loved the crust, which additionally helps it stand out. It was greasy and packed with flavor and just super delicious!

Amazing pizza, ambiance and Joe Sr. and his son Joe jr. are kind and welcoming hosts. One of the greatest accidental finds I've found in years. I can't wait to come back and you should rush to come here too!

Was super happy to find a place to chill after the rain. Denino's is a chill pizza place, with good and not too small bathrooms. Was impressed by the pizza yummy, a good crunch with a perfect cheese pull to crunch ratio and the right amount of sauce. Yummy asf good pizza and decent service. Had a good time!

This place should have a line down the block. Excellent pizza. Crust is perfect and the drinks are on point. Will be back, again and again.

You come to New York and you know pizzas everywhere on every corner. You can find Pizza but to find quality pizza. This is the place to go. It's amazing beautiful vibe. You can look and sit at the window and look out on the crowd. It's great and the service is outstanding. I have to tell you this is a great place for Pizza. Incredible adventures ranks this place as a must

Came in here for a drink immediately after crushing a ramen; order a beer -- coldest Peroni I've ever had. Tyler immediately greeted us and had incredible hospitality. The hustle this kid has - wish every employee had his drive -- guy was tossing cups, talking to customers, giving staff tips and orders, what a force. Tyler you can do anything you put your mind to buddy! Have vegan pizza options -- looked at a couple crush a 16 inch in front of my face. Best beer of my trip. Highly recommend even for just a drink.

Was a little disappointed by the pizza since Dave Portnoy gave it a 9.0 rating. It was a bit crunchy. I wish it hadn't been so hard. But the flavors were good. The 16' pizza was huge and around $30. The restaurant was so cute and pretty empty on a Tuesday at 5:30pm.

The pizza at Denino's is unmatched. Super thin crust and saucy, with a sweet tomato sauce. We skipped the salads and got two pizzas instead. You can do half pies for signatures, so we tried the a'salute, the shrimp scampi, vodka sauce, and pepperoni pies. All excellent! The vodka sauce and pepperoni were my favorites because it highlights their excellent sauce. The insight is cute, old school New York.

I love Denino's!! I've come to the Greenwich Village location many times and have ordered a range of items. This place is solid all around-- has warm homey vibes, delicious food, and friendly, welcoming staff. Denino's is known for their clam pizza and it's not surprising why! It's so delicious, has clams in every bite, and they aren't shy with the garlic. I'd also recommend the Garbage (sausage, meatball, pepperoni, mushroom, onion) and MOR (meatball onion ricotta) pizzas. The pasta dishes are pretty good too, though I usually opt for pizza when I'm there. Denino's has become one of my go-to recommendations for when tourists ask where to go for pizza. I hope to one day visit the Staten Island location as well.

Stopped here spontaneously after a comedy show because it was right next door. Was quickly greeted at the door by the host and seated immediately. My chair was a bit wobbly, and he switched it out with no problem. Server was very nice and took our orders quickly. Food came out piping hot within 20 minutes tops. Probably the best spaghetti and meatballs I ever had in my life. My vegetarian girlfriend loved her veggie pasta as well. If I am ever in the area again, I will stop here no question. Even if I am not in the area, I might come here anyway. It's just that good!

We stopped in, on a whim, while walking around Greenwich Village and were craving some pizza for lunch. We noticed the windows and doors wide open, letting in that cool NYC breeze in August and that is what ultimately drew us in. It happened to be happy hour which delighted us because we were given a short beer and wine list at fantastic prices that ranged from $5-$8 depending on what you decide on. We started out with Carlos' Meatballs which were super hearty and fulfilling. We were very happy with the portions and yummy red sauce! For our entree we shared a (very large 16'') pizza - half 1951 Original and the other half of the Clam. It was so delightful to be able to have an extraordinary clam pizza in NYC in my opinion. The menu claims their clam pizza is voted one of the best in NYC so you HAVE to order it and try it yourself. The menu here will definitely have one or two things for each person in your party no matter if they are in the "mood" for Italian food. Patio seating was plentiful and I can only imagine that at night it is an excellent spot to have some wine, pizza, and do some peope watching.

The girlies who get it get it. Staten Island pizza is ELITE. And, I'll say it, superior to BK. And Deninos is elite of the elite. So when they opened a location in Greenwich Village, this Staten Islander turned Manhattan transplant cried of happiness - I never have to take the ferry or express bus for pizza ever again! Will say that the pizza at this location doesn't hit quite the same as the Staten Island location, but it's pretty damn close. Get the vodka pie, the plain cheese, and the "Denino's White" - white pie with garlic and onion, no sauce. People swear by the clam pie at the Staten location. Not my thing personally so I can't vouch for certain but people love it. Fried calamari (galamad iykyk) and mozz sticks are also excellent. It always shocks me when people order pasta here - like it's probably good but what are you doing, you're at DENINOS just get the pizza.

DENINO'S.....?????? We love your pizza. We love the arugula salad (with the pizza). We've been to your restaurant for many years. And then this?? Zucchini Frito? No thanks. It was mushy, cold, tasteless and foul. We threw it (and $15.50) into the trash. Not sure we'll be back.

tl;dr Staten Island-style (ultra thin-crust) pies highlight a menu of Italian classics at this sophisticated pizzeria Denino's originally opened as a Staten Island tavern in 1937, and, since introducing ultra thin-crust pizzas to the menu, it has become a fixture of the NYC pizza scene. The Staten Island-style Clam pie was voted best in NYC, and, more recently, Denino's opened a second location in Greenwich Village. This outpost sports a fresh take on a classic red-sauce joint. Ornate, wrought-iron railings separate the mezzanine seating from the long, dark bar in the back. Exposed brick walls to the left lay bare, while sepia walls to the right are lined modestly with framed black-and-white photographs. The space is warmly lit by dropdown incandescent chandeliers, and the windows open up to the sidewalk for prime people-watching. Dark wooden tables and chairs match the hardwood floors, and the EDM playlist starkly congrats the otherwise retro vibe. My partner and I arrived at opening for weekend lunch, and we were the first guests there. We opted to split a pie: 1/2 Clam and 1/2 Vodka. The crust lived up to its reputation, super thin and crisp all the way to the edges. The clam slices were generously sprinkled with slices of clam, then drizzled with olive oil. Combined with the blistered cheese along the surface, they were excitingly rich and brine-y, although they became progressively fishier as they cooled. Meanwhile, the Vodka slices were topped with a moderately thick layer of mild sauce in between dollops of cheese. The sauce sported a solid flavor but I didn't think it was either strong or spicy enough. Even though the pie measured 16" in diameter, the thin crust kept it surprisingly light, and I was still peckish after 4+ slices. Service was friendly, if not somewhat slow (despite there being so few other patrons). At nearly $40 (after tax and tip) for the pizza alone, you can quickly rack up a bill at Denino's. Nonetheless, I was very impressed by the crust, as well as the opportunity to mix-and-match red and white varieties on our single pie. Even in a neighborhood already full of great slice shops and full-service pizzerias, Denino's remains a welcome addition to the Greenwich Village pizza collection.

Good place to get a slice, more of a sit down style restaurant with amazing food. Overall I would give the classic pepperoni slice a 8.6, really good pizza but isn't too spectacular for me.

Denino's This Greenwich Village sit-down restaurant/ pizzeria serves good pizza and has other Italian options as well. While the white wine and sparkling bottled water were not cold, the 1/2 clam 1/2 arugula pizza was pretty good. (The clam pizza definitely needed much more garlic). The server was quite pleasant and made very good recommendations, including advising us that we could order completely different 1/2 pizzas. When we arrived at 6:30 the restaurant was virtually empty, but, by 7:30 the restaurant was hopping. Denino's is a good option for a casual pizza restaurant when you're in Greenwich Village.

Visited Denino's for dinner on a Saturday on another recommendation from Barstool. We made a reservation, so we were seated quickly. The restaurant is pretty dimly lit, and the windows were wide open, it was almost like being outside. We ordered the fried mozzarella, arancini, and a plain cheese pie. It all came out surprisingly quickly. The arancini and mozzarella were pretty salty. The pizza scored a 9.0 on Barstool, but I'd only give it a 7.4. It was floppy, and the sauce was a little bland, which was surprising considering how salty the appetizers were. It's decent, but nothing really special other than the old school vibes you get from the restaurant.

The food was out of this world. We had half clam pizza and half vodka. It was so good and crispy. We also had the cacio e pepe pasta and it may have been the best pasta I have ever had. We tried to eat every bite of all the food we ordered. The service was excellent and the ambiance was fun and exciting. I highly recommend.

Amazing food and service EVERY time! Hands down, some of the best food we have had recently. The service was impeccable from start to finish. Overall, dining at Denino's was a delight from start to finish! Looking forward to returning!

Food was pretty good, but not overwhelming. Meatball appetizer and fried calamari were the top appetizers, stuffed clams were decent. Pizza had a bit of a tough crust, even though thin. Folks liked their pastas, but the chicken parm was VERY tough around the edges, likely because it wasn't pounded to a consistent thickness. Service was very good.

Stopped by for lunch, it's been awhile. Pizza is still good, however, crust was just a tad too crackerish, not bad, but would like just a bit more texture. Sausage was really good as well as the tomato sauce. Disappoint w/the eggplant appetizer. It was 4 small round very thin pieces of fried eggplant & 2 pcs of mozzarella, tasty, but kinda pricey for $19. Great friendly service & would definitely go back for the pizza.

This restaurant is excellent when it comes to pizza! Unfortunately, their stoves were not working when we went, so no pastas or hot appetizers were available. I wanted to come here ever since seeing this restaurant featured in the Food Network as one of the best thin crust pizzas out there. They weren't kidding! The margherita pizza was excellent! Never had tomato sauce that tangy and delicious before on a pizza! The mozzarella was sparse but so delicious. The pizza dough and crust are delicious as well - still retaining a good level of crispiness under the weight of the sauce. Service was also really good - staff are attentive and helpful throughout the entire meal.

Oh wow. I got a pie that was 50% Raab and Sausage and 50% Prosciutto and Arugula ... and both sides were delicious. Glad I stopped by here for my Friday afternoon lunch!

I love this place! Classic Italian food at a good price point. Tip: For the pizzas they let you order one full pizza with two different halves so you can try multiple ones without having to order one of each. We got half M.O.R and half vodka sauce, both solid pizzas and really great combinations. They're simple but delicious. The Aperol spritz was a good size! Didn't get any appetizers this time, but they all sounded great and I'll definitely order them next time I come here.

We have never had a clam pie before so we decided to stop in and see what it was all about. It was a very cozy atmosphere with great service. We were afraid to fully commit to a full clam pie so we got it half and half which looked pretty common. I will say don't be afraid to fully commit to the clam pie! It was our absolute favorite part about the place. Not the traditional grab and go New York slice but definitely a nice spot to grab some wine and split a unique pizza.

Overall a good pizza place but nothing that will blow you away. A nice place to go when you're craving NY pizza since there is ample seating and easy to get a reservation. Meatballs: 3/5 large size but the texture was very dense with average flavor. The sauce was also average with a dollop of ricotta on the side. They were fine but nothing special. Italian egg roll: 4/5 unique and tasty but the portion was small. It was one large egg roll cut diagonally for $11! Clam pie: 3.5/5 barely any clams on this pizza for $30. If you closed your eyes and ate this, it would just taste like a good cheese pizza with crispy cheese. Garbage pie: 3.5/5 definitely a meat lover's pie. Appreciated the ample amount of topping and crispy crust. Vodka pie: 4/5 my favorite pie of the group but still doesn't rival Rubirosa's. Would have been better with more sauce but appreciated the crispy cheese on it.

Everything was great. Calamari was perfect, meatballs were good and pizza was awesome. I enjoyed the Old Fashioned also.

I'd give 3.5 stars if I could. A few of us split a 'Garbage' 16 inch pie which included sausage, meatball, pepperoni, mushrooms and onions. It was ok - the crust was thin and firm and the pizza wasn't overwhelmed with toppings but it wasn't memorable in any way. The service was friendly and we walked in and there were many seats on a weekday evening. The area outside is crowded and can get dicey with aggressive panhandlers.

Best pizza I've ever had, and it's really not even close. I can't wait to go back the next time I am in NYC.

We went here Saturday night post-San Gennaro festival. I lived in Manhattan for 3 years previously, but this was a place I had not yet been to! The bartender was attentive, fast, and kind. The atmosphere was a mix of your casual typical pizza joint with classic NYC dining, creating an energetic yet classy ambience. They were full, but we managed to grab bar seating since there wasn't a wait for those. The pizza was delicious and so was the scungilli! We split it and the 16" M.O.R. Pizza between two people and had 2-3 slices leftover to take home, so it was a decent size! IMPORTANT-- As a southerner, I'm a fan of ranch on pizza, and this is the first time I found myself feeling I did NOT need ranch to go with the pizza, so I feel like that is saying something! I look forward to going again!

Food was excellent. We had quite a few dishes all were really good. The service was perfect and it is a very nice restaurant. I would highly recommend it.

This is now my favorite pizza joint in NYC. The pizza in my opinion is better than John's of Bleecker. Most importantly, the Buffalo Chicken pizza is better than any I've ever had south of upstate. It has an amazing sauce and crisp. The regular pie is great too. The service is always excellent, attentive and pleasant. Also a great casual environment, with a great bar and TV's to watch a game. I love this place.

My favorite Pizza place In Staten island. Is also my favorite pizza place in NYC. Five star pizza. Our waitress wasn't the best. And it took a while for the pizza to come out. It was the middle of the day. And it wasn't busy. All we ordered was a pie. Anyway. The pizza is the star

Always GREAT service and reliable, tasty food. Wine might be a little pricey but it would never deter me from going back. Can't go wrong with the pizzas.

This was amazing fresh pizza Thanks to Yelp reviews - We got the half margarita and half classic cheese with basil When I tell you I kept taking a bite of each and couldn't decide which was better. The quality and flavor is in the sauce Also it's a crispier style pizza Taste 10/10 Service 10/10 Wait time 8/10

Food is just okay. Very overpriced. Could actually find cheaper at a restaurant in Little Italy and get far better food quality and more options.

This place is a must and is worth every penny! We had the meatball appetizer and the classic 1951 Classic Pie. Definitely top three pies I've ever had! Additionally the service was top tier! Very hard working staff! Can't wait to come back in the future!

We had dinner here over the Thanksgiving weekend. The outdoor seating was outstanding, as they had heaters overhead that did a great job, We started with the calamari which was lightly battered and cooked just right. It came with a red sauce that had just a little kick. We got the bacon buffalo ranch pizza. The crust was thin (typical NYC) and had lots of ingredients. The sauce was light and had excellent favor. The service was right on point with our server making several stops to check on us and refile drinks as needed.

Absolutely love it here. Everything we had from apps to pizza to pasta was delicious. Highly recommend the vodka pizza and the penne vodka pasta. The service was great and everything came out in a timely manner. Definitely coming back soon!

Great service and yummy and crunchy thin crust pizza. We saw this place and was hungry after an hours of walking the neighborhood, it was also a great way to get out of the rain. IT was a pleasant surprise that didn't disappoint.

Amazing! Best Old Fashion cocktail and pizza! I seek out Dave Portnoy places to eat and this place did not disappoint. Very good service too.

Deninos is great. Dave's pizza reviews brought us here on our trip to NYC, but their kind and personable staff and their pizza will bring us back until they shut the doors. I'd recommend to anyone.

Cheese pizza is really good. I love the sauce!Will go back again and try the margarita.

This is a great local joint with fairly priced food in a nice environment that isn't to fussy. Lively surroundings and friendly staff.

Stopped here for our last meal in NY. Soooo good. Was super happy we could do a half/half pizza. I had clam and my hubby had ricotta and meatball. Each had a cocktail. Our server was super nice. Great chill atmosphere. Perfect was to end our trip.

Service is good. Pizza is OK. The Oregano in the pizza throws it off in my opinion the way it's made with it. I think it would be better without it. Just hype. There's way better spots than this one. Don't believe the hype Just a name

Top notch pizza, great spot before hitting the Comedy Cellar. Get the the Buffalo chicken or the clam pizza, you'll be glad you did.

Got Pizza from here yesterday. Undercarriage was good. Crust was nice and crispy without being burnt. Sauce was tangy. Other toppings, cheese, pepperoni, sausage, meatballs, were ok, and that's the difference between a 4 and 5 star pizza.

Deninos is unreal. Doesn't matter if you're in the village or in Staten Island, you know you're getting the best pizza in New York. Their specialty pies are unique and diverse enough to keep you coming back again and again, but their classic regular cheese pie gets the job done as well when you just want some comfort food. Last time I was here, I also got some mozzarella sticks and calamari. They even set up the mozzarella sticks in a way that they were picture worthy (and mozz sticks are not known for being photogenic). Everything across the board was delicious. I literally have nothing bad to say about Deninos, and you'd be hard pressed to find somebody that does.

Been thinking about this review for a while since I am a native Staten Islander who grew up on Denino's and Ralphs across the street and it was a treat for dates with my girl in the 1980s and when we married and had a family great memories till the present. Lately though the consistency of the pizza at the Staten Island location has waned. Not so in the village. Our go to meal is the clam pie and the MacDougal street team makes it to perfection. I have had it on at least a half dozen visits and it is fantastic. Being a Staten Islander we pride ourselves on having the best pizza in the region and Denino's of Greenwich Village is the only place in Manhattan where I will have pizza. Keep up the great work