Lombardi's Pizza

About

Lombardi's Pizza is one of the oldest restaurants in New York City. Casual dress, casual environment.

According to their website, "Opened in 1897 at 53 Spring St., just down the street from its present location, Lombardi's is easily one of the city's oldest eateries. Now, since taking over the space next door, the restaurant has almost doubled its former size. And while the original half--with its well-worn booths and open kitchen--easily outcharms the new dining room, the famously long wait has been cut in half, and thanks to the addition of a bar, it's almost a pleasure.

The Food
The reason to come here is obvious: beautiful, smoky-crusted pizza with fresh tomatoes and mozzarella. The genius of this pizza starts with the crust, which is black and crispy on the underside (with pleasant, slightly bitter overtones), but gives way to a wonderfully soft, yeasty interior. Signature toppings like pepperoni and homemade meatballs, along with the restaurant's famous clam pie, keep locals and tourists alike coming back." Source: http://www.firstpizza.com/newyork.html

Hours:

Sun-Thu 11:30am-11pm

Fri-Sat 11:30am-12 Midnight

Please check their website for current info since Retropolis is not associated with this restaurant. 

Payment: Cash (ATM available onsite)

Full Bar, Local Beer on tap and wine by the glass or bottle.

Locals and celebrities frequent Lombardi's. It has been featured on The History Channel and The Food Network.

Cross Street: Corner of Spring and Mott Street (the number 6 subway line is only a block away)

Be sure to search Retropolis for more original old restaurants in New York City and throughout the US! Retropolis features a variety of unique places from the past that are still open!