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The best pizza on the Upper West Side

Updated November 2026. 6 places.

Whether you’re looking for a quick slice or planning a picnic in Central Park, it’s good to know about the best pizza on the Upper West Side. As a longtime local of the neighborhood, I’ve tried most of the joints in the area, here’s a roundup of my favorites.

Antonina PattizWriter and photographer · how I decide
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Best pizza on the Upper West Side, 2026

  1. Freddie & Pepper’sRestaurant · Upper West Side
  2. Made in New York PizzaRestaurant · Upper West SideThe feel here is warm and unpretentious.
  3. Mama’s TooRestaurant · Upper West SideWhat stands out is the Angry Nona is my favorite, the combo of hot salami with Calabrian chili oil & hot honey hits the spot every time.
  4. MotorinoRestaurant · Upper West SideMotorino’s serves the best Neapolitan-style pizza on the Upper West Side pizza.
  5. Pizza CollectiveRestaurant · Upper West SideFrom tried-and-true staples like pepperoni to the signature cacio e pepe slice, the hardest thing about visiting is narrowing down the options.
  6. Sal and Carmine PizzaRestaurant · Upper West SideIt’s hard to think of a better slice in the neighborhood, which is why Sal and Carmine’s is my first stop with out-of-town visitors.

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 10 Prime Upper West Side Pizza Joints (Local’s List).