New York, NY – Lombardi’s Pizza in New York City has been named the third best pizza in America, according to Yelp reviews. This Little Italy landmark, known as America’s first pizzeria, has been serving classic New York-style pies since 1905, earning recognition from the Pizza Hall of Fame.
Despite moving from its original Spring Street location, Lombardi’s maintains its historic charm with red-checked tablecloths and walls adorned with signed celebrity photographs, offering guests a slice of “old school Italy.” Yelp Elite John B. praises it for preserving the “best pizza in the USA,” highlighting the crispy thin crust that has made Lombardi’s a staple among pizza aficionados.
Favorites among Yelpers include the Meatball & Ricotta (Red Pie), celebrated for its “giant globs of creamy ricotta,” and the Rustic Double Pepperoni, noted for its uniqueness and rich flavors. For those looking to try something different, the Famous Clam Pie, loaded with freshly shucked clams, comes highly recommended by Yelp Elite Nancy M., whose husband vividly recalls its taste.
The most popular and most photographed pizzas at Lombardi’s are the Famous Clam Pie, Original Margherita, and Our White Pizza. Yelp Elite Michael R. commends the establishment for its traditional thin-crust, Neapolitan-style pizzas cooked over coals, offering a perfect balance of crispiness without being overdone.