It's on 1 of my list. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
- Subway6 to 68 St-Hunter College, 2 min
- Address965 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10021
- Health gradeA, city inspection
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Simple and unfussy, Mariella Pizza makes some of the best pies you’ll find in the Upper East Side. If there’s a slice Mariella’s is known for, it’s the cheese.
Like most classic Upper East Side pizza joints, there’s a variety of pies for you to choose from. I like to mix and match, so I’ll often order their famous cheese-slice and a fun, out-of-the-ordinary slice to keep things interesting.
