Lombardi's Pizza

A trip to NYC is incomplete without visitng one of their famous pizzerias.  First, there is the debate between Chicago-style pizza and the New York-style pizza.  (I prefer NY style.)  Then, there is the debate among Giodano's, Gino East, Lou Malnati's, Grimaldi's, Lombardi's, etc. of whose pizzas rein supreme. (clearly Iron Chef poisoned...)

I haven't been to Grimaldi's yet but I like Lombardi's enough I will go everytime I visit NYC.  The location is perfect after spending a relaxing afternoon in SoHo.

It's one of the city's oldest eateries.  Opened in 1897, the restaurant has retained its charms from the era.  The restaurant seemed bigger since the last time I was there and sure enough, they took over the space next door and added a bar.  No wonder there wasn't a line (granted I went on a Monday).

However, I do missed the open kitchen.

Picture from my previous visit in February 2011

Personally, I preferred sitting upstairs where they have the exposed brick walls and checkered tablecloths.  Nevertheless, I came here for the food and I was pleased to find the pizza was delicious as ever.

There menu is very simple.  A few appetizers, two types of pizzas with a selection of toppings, calzones, drinks, and that's it.

Click here for their take-out menu.

Last time I was here I ordered the classic margherita with pancetta.

This time, we also ordered a Caesar Salad and added mushrooms to my classic margherita with pancetta. Here's another reason why I preferred sitting upstairs.  The lighting is better and my pictures are better. :P

Lombardi's Pizza
32 Spring St  New York, NY 10012
Tel: +1 (212) 941-7994
Hours: Sun-Thu 11:30am-11pm; Fri-Sat 11:30am-12 Midnight
Reservations of 8 or more Only Accepted Monday thru Thursday.
NO RESERVATIONS FRIDAY, SATURDAY OR SUNDAY.