An inverted construction: mozzarella spread on the thick, airy dough base, then tomato sauce layered on top. The contact between sauce and cheese creates a different texture than standard pizza. Reviewers describe it as living up to its name. The thick base supports the heavy topping without sogginess.
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The upside-down construction is a gimmick that works—the sauce staying on top creates a better chew.
The foundational offering: thick, pillowy dough with a slight char on the edges, topped with quality pepperoni and spicy, garlicky tomato sauce. The hallmark of Prince Street is the Sicilian square format—thick enough to hold the weight of toppings without becoming soggy, thin enough to stay crispy. Multiple reviews call this one of the best pepperoni slices in NYC.
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Pepperoni is the move here—the Sicilian crust makes the difference compared to other slice shops.
The crowd favorite: a thick Sicilian square covered in quality pepperoni that cups when exposed to heat, creating edges that stay crisp while the center pools with rendered fat. The spicy garlicky tomato sauce punches through the richness. Reviewers consistently cite this as the best slice in the city.
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This is the one—the pepperoni cups are legendary. Get at least two slices.
Just dough, sauce, and the faintest brush of cheese. The simplicity shows off the quality of the base. The crust is thick enough to satisfy, with just enough char on the edges. Good palate cleanser if you're getting multiple slices.
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Order a plain slice to taste the sauce and dough quality—don't skip this.
The vodka sauce—tangy, creamy, lightly spiced—coats the thick Sicilian square. The sauce's richness plays against the airy dough. Some customers specifically request this as part of their multi-slice order alongside the pepperoni varieties.
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The vodka sauce is good if you want something different from pepperoni, but the Spicy Spring is still the move.
A no-frills slice joint in Nolita opened in 2012 but drawing the energy of a decades-old institution. Specializes in hefty square Sicilian pies with spicy, garlicky tomato sauce. The pepperoni cups—crisp edges, pools of rendered fat—are the standout. Lines move fast despite crowds. Open until late night, perfect for post-dinner pizza.
This place is open until 3am–5am depending on the night. Perfect for post-dinner pizza or midnight cravings.
Lines move fast but can be out the door on weekend evenings. Arrive before 5:30pm or after 10pm to skip the wait.
This is a takeout shop in a narrow storefront on a busy corner. Get slices to-go and eat elsewhere or eat standing at the counter.
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