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96% ambiance
“It's a really lively place and a great romantic atmosphere as well.”
78% dessert
“classic hole in the wall, with decent service and very good prices, I can't imagine that a person could ever find a better pizza pie on this planet, or any other.”
60% drinks
“We showed up and waited 30 minutes in line 30 minutes to get our drinks -after we asked twice, the service was the worst I've had in nyc.”
88% food quality
“Lombardi's was featured on the food channel 2 years ago as the best pizza in NY - after 2 years I finally got the opportunity to taste it.”
68% menu variety
“The menu does not have much and what we did have - original pizza with pepperoni and sausage was not so great.”
81% overall
“This place is good for tourists but I would not recommend this place for some one who wants to experience good New York pizza -Stick to patsy?”
100% return potential
“The kids said the pizza was "totally awesome" and can't wait to go back in the spring.”
75% service
“Our server was great, and the atmosphere makes for the most perfect dinning experience.”
84% value
“am a huge fan of authentic coal-oven pizzas, but it was just TOO burnt tasting.”
61% wait time
“the service is quick and friendly and the Italian soda is really good too!”
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What Our Expert Scouts Say
November 11, 2012
While it undoubtedly makes a fine pizza, Lombardi's wouldn't be listed in the honor roll of classic New York pizzerias but for two indisputable facts. One is their coal oven, which puts out a volcanic heat that neither wood nor gas can match. The other fact is that, ahem, they invented pizza, at least here in America. That claim is undeniable and earns it respect forever.
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March 08, 2013
On a recent trip to NYC from New Zealand , My 2 nephew's and my cousin ( who is a NYC Local) came to your establishment , And as a person who has worked in some top Italian Restaurants/Pizzeria's in New Zealand I have to say I was extremely disappointed with the Pizza which had a terribly soggy base , lacked flavour , When I asked the waiter to take the pizza away to be cooked more he looked at me like " Oh what would you know about Pizza" It wasn't until my Cousin dropped in and said " Would you send out a pizza like that in YOUR RESTAURANT" that the waiter changed his tone. Extremely disappointed with the food and service
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December 11, 2012
It is really a great pizza, no doubt
about it. However, it is tough to get a table, even for two. Needs more seating room,the second time we went there, my husband and I agreed to wait 45 minutes, then when the time was up, we were asked to wait another 25 minutes, so we left.
What annoys me the most is the rude attitude that the hosts have, they seem to be too overwhelmed by the crowd, that they wouldn t even crack a smile at you, but this is not all, when you ask about your table, they wouldn t even answer, really give a bad impression of the place.
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November 08, 2012
The place looks so beautiful from inside and the food smells great and fresh. We are planning to go back here this weekend and I bet eating here will be a regular thing from now on.
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October 02, 2012
The tip I would like to give Lombardi's is: Take a road trip to New Haven Connecticut to taste what pizza is all about. Both Pepi's and Sally's are hands down far superior. They use quality products. We purchased a clam pizza and a margherita pizza spent over $100. It was the most dissapointed meal we had during our long weekend. Too bad we were very excited to visit. We will not return. The pizza had no flavor, thankfully there was salt, red crushed pepper and grated cheese on the table. The pizza came out very quickly. Almost think the dough is pre-cooked. Shame on you! You are definately not the best.......
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September 17, 2012
We got there at 10:25pm and were told that the rest of the night was "take out only". They advertise to be open until 11pm. Not so bad, unless you are from out of town and planned your night down to the minute. sorry but I did not travel to NY to eat pizza on the curb, went somewhere else and the pizza was great. Won't try this place again.
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August 29, 2012
The food is really delicious. The staff is friendly. It's just a fantastic restaurant
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