Patsy's Pizzeria
Grab a classic thin-crust pie at this nostalgic Midtown spot, once a favorite hangout of Frank Sinatra.
- Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:30 – 21:45; Fri – Sat, 11:30 – 22:45
- $$
- 801 2nd Ave
- 4.3 (1563 reviews)
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Pasquale LancieriOwner
Description
Founder Pasquale Lancieri is credited with inventing selling pizza by the slice, establishing a legacy that dates back to 1933. While the name is synonymous with Sicilian coal-oven pizza, the kitchen also turns out heavy-hitting classics like a massive chicken parmesan that easily stretches to two meals. It is a dependable, busy hangout near Grand Central that transitions from open seating to a packed house after 5:00 PM. For a quieter look at the history, head upstairs to find the memorabilia and Frank Sinatra's regular table.