(CNN) — Never before has the New York City pizza scene been as strong and diverse as it is today. World-famous pizzaiolos are continually trying to break ground in this food epicenter to see if their pies can compete, and other types, such as Detroit-style pizza, are starting to become popular pizza contenders too.
Even the venerable Anthony Mangieri — who is considered to be one of the most respected pizza-makers in the world — has returned to NYC from San Francisco to reopen Una Pizza Napoletana and rejoin the ranks of New York’s elite.
Sure, you can still find dollar slices from one of the many grab-and-go stores that still litter the city, but you’d be doing yourself a disservice by not visiting one of the many world-class pizzerias that New York City has been blessed with. These pizzerias take the time to source the freshest ingredients and make sure each pie is made to perfection. This means there is often a wait (and a higher price tag), but that’s quality for you.
Whether you’re craving Neapolitan (soft, chewy crusts baked in a wood-fired oven and topped with fresh toppings), Neo-Neapolitan (similar to Neapolitan but with a sturdier crust), a square Sicilian (rectangular pizza with a thick crust,) or a good ol’ New York-style (big, wide slices with a light layer of sauce and a lot of cheese on top), these are the best pizzerias in New York City.
* Pizzerias are listed in alphabetical order.
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