Lazzara's Pizza Cafe

This is the friendliest and kind restaurant I have EVER been in my life and I only stayed there while I waited for take out. Pizza is so unique and tasty. The sauce is delicious and I LOVE my thin crust. Location is so superb. I recommend everyone visit at least once if you're looking for pizza near time square.

Overall, Lazzara's is worth its salt, and you should seek it out. The pizza is outstanding, the pasta is too, even the salads were very tasty and fresh. I like how their pepperoni is cut into little matchstick pieces. You also can't go wrong with their regular cheese pie. Their thin crust is artfully made. I’m no expert, but there is surely some precise science in the ingredients and process for their pizza that make it so excellent. It was all nice on a warm spring day with a limoncello spritz. The service was rushed though. This was surprising because when we arrived (5:15pm on a Saturday with beautiful spring weather), they sat us right down, since they had "so many open tables right now." We were happy to have gotten there nice and early, as we suspected Lazzara's would get much busier a couple hours later. So, we figured we would be able to take our time. Unfortunately, we felt like we were being hustled through the courses. We were only a few minutes into appetizers when they brought out all the entrees, and jam-packed them onto the table because "we always get everything to fit one way or another" - and I was thinking, yeah, maybe because you wait for folks to finish their apps first, and then clear those off to make room for dinner? Also, they kept trying to take our drinks, which we were not finished with. By the end of our meal, half of the tables were still empty - I couldn't understand the need to rush us around.

The pizza was good, not amazing compared to other similarly rated Portnoy spots we’ve tried. But randomly the pesto pasta was amazing. So fresh and flavorful. Definite surprise. The drinks were good as well. Would definitely recommend.

Quaint restaurant tucked away in the city. After seeing a matinee show we decided to come here after seeing a barstool pizza review. The pizza was delicious. They sell half and whole pies. It was light enough to enjoy as an appetizer but filling for a late lunch. The garlic knots were just as tasty. And the chocolate moose for dessert was scrumptious. They have an extensive menu, and I can’t wait to go back to try something new. The staff were friendly and funny, which only adds to the experience.

The staff were very friendly and the place had a cozy welcoming atmosphere. They don’t offer pizza by the slice only half or whole pies are available. If there are two or more of you, you’re required to order a whole pizza. We tried the Margherita and the Pizza Primavera, I’d rate both a 7 out of 10 but I’d definitely go back for the ambiance.

Lazzara's Pizza is, hands down, the best pizza we’ve ever tasted—our absolute favorite in the world! Each slice is a masterpiece: the crust strikes a perfect balance of crisp edges and soft, airy center, the sauce is vibrant and perfectly seasoned, and the cheese is gooey, golden perfection. From their classic cheese pie to inventive specials, every option showcases fresh, high-quality ingredients that elevate the experience to another level. The cozy, no-frills vibe of the place makes it feel like a true NYC gem, and the staff are warm and efficient, adding to the charm. We find ourselves dreaming about Lazzara's pizza long after our visits, and it’s become our go-to spot whenever we’re in the city. If you’re searching for pizza nirvana, Lazzara's is it—don’t miss out!

I’ve been coming to Lazzara’s for a decade or so. It’s a hidden gem and the service is always phenomenal. This visit, Melo was the real star. He was attentive and had a great energy. I’m hoping to see him more on future visits!

Pizza was okay. Got half and half, both sides tasted pretty similar and too sweet. The seafood linguine pasta was amazing though. Overall very overpriced, probably because it's close to Times Square.