Patsy's Pizzeria

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.