Is Joe's Pizza worth it?
Worth it if…Lives up to the hype · +17Greenwich Village counter slice shop serving classic thin New York slices since 1975
Worth it, with conditions. 4.4 on 10,712 Google reviews and 3/5 from Time Out; a solid classic slice rather than the best in the city.
Hype39How famous and hyped it is
Reality56Evidence-based, votes take over as they come in
4.4 ★ Google · 10,712 reviews— hypegap votes · be one of the first
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Worth itEditorial verdict until 5 on a budget vote
A $4.50 slice is one of the cheapest famous-name meals in Manhattan.
Why Reality is 56
Lives up to its fame3/54.4 on 10,712 Google reviews and 3/5 from Time Out; a solid classic slice rather than the best in the city.
Value for money4/5$4.50 cheese slice and ~$28 pies are fair for Manhattan, and reviewers call the size good value.
Can’t get it elsewhere2/5Good classic slices are everywhere in NYC; Joe's itself has several other branches.
Easy to do4/5Fast counter service and late hours; only friction is cash-only and the occasional line or slow whole-pie order.
What people loved
Textbook NYC slice: thin, foldable crust, slightly sweet sauce and melty cheeseCheap by Manhattan standards and very fast — slices come almost instantlyOpen until 3–4 a.m., so it works as a late-night stopFun to watch the crew working nonstop; prime West Village location for a slice-and-strollWhat wore them down
Many reviewers find it good but not as amazing as its reputationCash only — card users need the in-store ATMNo seating, and slices come out scalding hotWhole-pie orders can mean long waits when delivery orders pile upKnow before you go
See something out of date? Fix it right here.Booking: Walk-in counter service only; bring cash.
PriceCheese slice $4.50, Sicilian slice $5.50 (Google review, Aug 2026); large pie averages $28Source · Checked Oct 16, 2026
PaymentCash only at this location; ATM insideSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
SeatingNo seats — only outdoor standing tablesSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Hours10 a.m.–3 a.m. daily, to 4 a.m. Friday and Saturday (Google)Source · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Time needed10–20 minutes for a slice; whole pies can take much longer at busy timesSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Getting thereA/C/E/B/D/F/M to W 4th St, a few minutes' walk; ~15 min by subway from Times SquareSource · Checked Oct 16, 2026
Opening hours (Google)
- Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM
- Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM
- Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM
- Friday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 AM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 AM
In their words
“I had high expectations because of its reputation, so I felt it was good but not as amazing as I imagined.”
“Both were good and it’s a solid place for pizza but I wouldn’t wait over 15 minutes for it though.”
“The plain slice was everything a New York slice should be—simple, crispy, cheesy, and absolutely perfect.”
“Just don’t go in expecting some life changing, gourmet pizza.”
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Questions people ask
Is Joe's Pizza cash only?
Yes, the Carmine Street shop is cash only; there's an ATM inside.
How much is a slice at Joe's Pizza?
A recent Google review lists $4.50 for a cheese slice and $5.50 for a Sicilian slice.
Is there seating at Joe's Pizza on Carmine Street?
No — just outdoor standing tables, according to Time Out.
What are Joe's Pizza's hours?
10 a.m.–3 a.m. daily and until 4 a.m. Friday and Saturday, per Google.
Better fits, according to people who went
Sources
- Joe's Pizza — official site
- Time Out New York — Joe's Pizza review (Oct 2025)
- Google Maps — Joe's Pizza