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John's Pizzeria - Times Square

260 W 44th St, New York City, NY 10036-3900
(212) 391-7560
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Ranked #209 of 8,284 restaurants in New York City
Price range: $0 - $40
Cuisines: Italian, Pizza
Good for: Families with children, Large groups, Local cuisine, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Late Night, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Large groups, Local cuisine, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Delivery, Late Night, Dessert
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Brooklyn, New York
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22 reviews 22 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

I always enjoy eating at John's (several member of my family work in the Theater District and we eat there a lot). The pizza is terrific, the service is okay but the place can be annoying sometimes because of the noise level. If there are any folks who are naturally loud speakers, they will be extremely loud here and if... More

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Westfield, New Jersey
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95 reviews 95 reviews
50 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 36 cities Reviews in 36 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

When not feeling like a big sit-down meal, but wanting something more than fast food, this is one of our go-to places in the Theater District. Close to Times Square and many Broadway theaters, the food is good (but not great), the service is fast (but not particularly attentive), and the pricing is reasonable for that area. A large loaf... More

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See 15 more reviews by ABCWorldVacations for New York City
Toronto, Canada
1 review
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013 NEW

Ate there after seeing Phantom of the Opera across the street. Ordered a large Margherita pizza with broccoli and chicken (extra cost). The pizza was hard, cold and almost tasteless. There was barely any tomato sauce and cheese, and the baker forgot to add the basil, so the waitress ended up smothering the pizza with chopped basil leaves. My dinner... More

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Greenville, South Carolina
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

The one question we asked everyone we met from NYC was "where's the best pizza?". No one ever said John's Pizzeria but we thought we'd try it anyway since it was close by our hotel. As stated in other reviews, ambiance and overall setting were nice. We asked to be seated upstairs so we could take everything in and were... More

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Surfers Paradise, Australia
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23 reviews 23 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

Came here based on TA reviews. It was Easter Monday and the place was packed. Given a number and tried to make our way to the bar. Waited about 35mins to be seated. Make sure you allow for waiting time. Once we were seated service was quick and efficient. Ordered a small pizza and that was enough for the two... More

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See 2 more reviews by Lilfi1981 for New York City
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6 restaurant reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 via mobile

We got the small and antipasti salad. Both were very good and pricing was reasonable. Waiter was very good and laid back. Decor is nice as well. Great location before/after Broadway show.

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See 12 more reviews by Winkyonthewater for New York City
Mississippi
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

Great authentic Italian in a wonderful old world feel building. Just west of times square but worth the walk. Very good value. Excellent desserts as well.

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Miami, Florida
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10 reviews 10 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2013

So when I arrived at this restaurant I was absolutely starving...meaning that I would eat just about anything! After having my breakfast at 4:30am in Miami it was 2:00pm and I had not eaten anything. It was a Saturday afternoon and it was not very full. My boyfriend and I, along with his parents and brother ordered the garlic rolls... More

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See 5 more reviews by Sd902 for New York City
NYC
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145 reviews 145 reviews
109 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Just grabbed a bite before a show across the street. Good service, great pizza. Very big space so no wait for a table. Great for families.

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Washington DC
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Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Right off Times Square in the heart of the theater district Johns is as good as it gets. The venue is a great place to people watch and the pizza is fantastic. We had the Johns Traditional which was a perfect combination of Cheese and sauce and crust. Try it. You cannot go wrong.

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