Nicoletta
(Now Closed)Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant$$$$
East Village, New York
The experts at Eater and Serious Eats recommend this place
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Natasha MoriniMay 23, 2015This is one of my favourite pizza places in the LES. There is never a long wait for a table and the staff is amazing. I usually make my own pizza and get the arancini to start!
Eatery ExpertAugust 31, 2012Chef Ben Lee is such a gem. Michael White trained him well. Must try: salsiccia pie w/glass of Langhe Nebbiolo. Perfect combination. wEE recommend Nicoletta for casual date or a group birthday dinner.
Molly DayDecember 21, 2013Arancini is phenomenal, as is the Calabrese pizza. Leave room for a custard sundae at the end of your meal (bring back the devil's food cake topping!).
Scott HuestonJune 23, 2012order Salsiccia pizza! Outstanding: mozzarella, spicy fennel sausage broccoli rabe, pomodoro, garlic. Don't miss the gelato either: pistachio, salted caramel, cherry were perfect way to end meal
Serious EatsApril 15, 2013Michael White's attempt to bring topping-heavy Midwestern-style pizza to NYC. We're not that sold on the concept, but the soft serve is great.
Lucas UllrichJanuary 18, 2015Really good food and great service! The pizzas could be a little cheaper but it's really good value when you get the group special!
JillianDecember 29, 2015Arugula salad will feed an army. Sausage and spicy pepperoni pie will satisfy your inner meat lover
Calabrese is my top fave but everything is good here the brussels, patate & gelato (whatthefudgebrownieyum)
Tom WangAugust 12, 2014Warning: it's a sit down pizza place. Not a pizza joint. $20+ for a kind of a small pie, but still a really good one. I approve of this pizza
Eric COctober 12, 2012get the soft serve, mix and match the toppings. some of the best are rosemary popcorn, pistachio brittle and biscotti crumbs
RCFebruary 7, 2015Seriously excellent pizza. They had a special roasted cauliflower that was out of this world. Look for it.
Anna SayerNovember 28, 2013Try their special pizzas, the brussel sprouts, fig and speck one is amazing! The service is excellent at this place!
Calabrese is the way to go, meatballs always tasty and save room for softserve with caramel and brittle.
Judy MamJune 19, 2013Their lunch deal is a fantastic value and the pizza aglio tastes as good as it looks. Beautiful, delicious food.
Michael DanahyApril 20, 2015Great meal for two: the truffle oil potatoes appetizer, some meatballs, and a pizza.
Joe GermuskaAugust 2, 2013"We'll take a pass on the pizza here, but the housemade soft serve, which you can order to go, is some good stuff, fresh and buttery. "
ZenFoodsterApril 23, 2013They have a $14 W-F 12-4:30pm lunch deal: 10" pizza or panini + salad or soup
David DJuly 29, 2012Try the carbonara pizza. It's out-of-this-world. A great way to end a night out in the EV, since they're open till 3am.
They'll bring out uncooked pizza dough for the kids to play with. It kept mine occupied for a while.
Tasting TableAugust 9, 2012Stop by here for pizza that has a thick crust and is seriously satisfying, as are starters such as the pollo all’aceto chicken thigh: Read more
Off The MenuOctober 15, 2015Carbonara Pizza: This secret pie consists of pancetta, asparagus, chopped chives and three fried eggs. Read more
Christine WayneApril 26, 2013Lunch prix fixe pizza is a great deal for $14 but the Italian Wedding Soup starter is oily and buttery. Opt for the salad instead.
Courtney HorwitzDecember 7, 2013Great risotto bALLs. Meat BaLLs are good too. Perfect spot for 30th bday party especially if you like sauce. #jaminwithadam
Peter CortezJuly 3, 2012The Carbonara pizza is the way to go. It's everything a Carbonara pizza should be Salty, eggy goodness.
Food RepublicJune 26, 2012Chef Michael White has done it again. Head straight for the pizza and a pitcher of beer. The Calabrese and Tartufata won't disappoint.
jessica m. hintermeisterJuly 20, 2012fior de latte soft serve w/blueberry-limoncello & rosemary caramel corn
The pizza is transcendent but don't leave without trying the chicken wings. Double fried. Yum!
Tudor LeuOctober 20, 2012There's better pizza in the neighborhood (Luzzo's, Motorino) but this is a reasonable alternative and different style (thicker crust).
Edlin ChoiJuly 23, 2012Decent, not amazing. Calabrese for meat heavy pizza. Interesting take on gelato with home made soft serve for dessert. Fun atmosphere. (2 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more
David ZhangSeptember 21, 2014Surprisingly delicious thin crust pizza. I prefer it over the more hyped motorinos nearby.- Tasting TableJuly 18, 2012Finish with soft-serve fior di latte (cream) drowned in orange Fanta. It’s a drinkable Creamsicle of lush proportions: Read more
- Tessa DomzalskiSeptember 13, 2015Have really fresh and tasty salads. The pizza? I've had better in New York.
AmySeptember 8, 2012If you're lactose intolerant theres no need to avoid this place - get the speck pizza with red sauce and no cheese. Still amazing.
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Nicoletta is the Altamarea Group’s homage to Chef Michael White’s favorite childhood dish: pizza. Indulge in hand-tossed specialty pies or create your own; every pizza is made fresh to order. Nicoletta also offers a variety of crave-worthy snacks, handmade pastas, and fior di latte soft serve gel...
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 5:00 PM–10:45 PM
- Fri–Sat
- Noon–11:45 PM
- Sun
- Noon–10:45 PM
(212) 432-1600
View menu on http://nicolettapizza.com/new_york/menus
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Reservations
No
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating
Yes
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Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
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Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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"As of 2023, this is the best pizza in NYC. The crust is perfect, thin, slightly burned, the cheese is incredible. I rarely order a Margarita pizza and this time we did - so, so good!"
I K - 8.9
"Sicilian Eggplant pizza all the way. Awesome."
D R - 9.0
"This place has an old school diner vibe with draft Budweiser and solid pizza. Plus there's awesome rap music always playing. Try a slice of Sicilian."
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