Rubby Pizzeria

Rubby Pizzeria is a no-frills Manhattan joint where Dominican home cooking meets pizza, all at prices that feel like a time warp. The chef is Dominican, so the real draw is the hearty platters—think fried pork chops and well-seasoned beans that hit the spot every time. Portions are generous and the cost is easy on the wallet, with one reviewer marveling at getting a full meal for $13.50. That said, the pizza is a weak link: thin, barely sauced, and lacking cheese, earning it dismissive comments like "tasteless pizza-ash." The space itself is dated and could use a deep clean, but the service is friendly and the vibe is purely about the food, not the frills. Locals forgive the rough edges because the Dominican staples are reliably satisfying—even if the pernil occasionally runs a touch salty.