TLDR
Historic NYC landmark since 1905, pioneering the classic coal-oven pizza experience in the heart of SoHo.
Details
Renowned as New York City's first pizzeria and a historic landmark, this establishment is celebrated for its classic coal-fired pies [1]. While some patrons appreciate its status as a quintessential, old-school NYC dining experience [2], others suggest it has become overrated and fallen from its former glory [3]. Visitors often choose to visit this SoHo-area institution when looking for a traditional, large-format pizza experience [4].
Highlights / Recommended
"The classic red pie and the white pie are the most suggested items, noted for their traditional preparation [1]."
Mentioned Dishes:
- •white pie(2)
Caveats
The restaurant is known for its crowds, so it is often recommended to visit during off-peak hours to ensure a smoother experience [1].
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
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Recent Reddit Mentions
From post: Need A Reco For Your Favorite Pizza In Soho That
"Suggested as a place to go."
PositiveFrom post: Need A Reco For Your Favorite Pizza In Soho That
"Critically described as crap."
NegativeFrom post: Need A Reco For Your Favorite Pizza In Soho That
"Included in a list of SoHo-area pizza spots."
NeutralFrom post: Help Me Find A Clam Pizza Slice
"This commenter simply listed Lombardi's."
NeutralFrom post: Question Wheres The Best Neapolitanstyle Pizza
"This user mentions Lombardi's as a classic but asks about Sally's, noting its crust is 'fire'."
PositiveFrom post: Closest Representation Of New Haven Pizza In Nyc
"This user mentions Lombardi's as a solid coal oven option in NYC."
PositiveFrom post: Closest Representation Of New Haven Pizza In Nyc
"This commenter agrees that Lombardi's is a good choice for coal-fired pizza, but notes it is not the same experience as New Haven Apizza."
PositiveFrom post: Closest Representation Of New Haven Pizza In Nyc
"This user simply recommends Lombardi's."
PositiveFrom post: I Visualized The Ratings For The 668 Pizza Places
"Lombardy's is listed as one of the pizza places in the Soho/Lower East Side area."
PositiveFrom post: Sit Down Pizza Spot For Large Groups West
"Lombardi's on Spring Street is mentioned as a place that can accommodate a large group and might be part of the user's planned pizza crawl."
NeutralFrom post: Sit Down Pizza Spot For Large Groups West
"Lombardi's is suggested as a pizza option for a group."
NeutralFrom post: Old School Vs New School Nyc Pizza
"This is an example of an old-school NYC pizza place, typically over 50 years old and predating World War 2. These establishments often use coal ovens and blend traditional with modern ingredients like fresh arugula and prosciutto, offering large, crisp, slightly charred whole pies."
PositiveFrom post: Sit Down Pizza Restaurants
"This user recommended Lombardi's as a pizza place, noting it is the oldest coal oven pizza place in NYC."
PositiveFrom post: Lombardis Pizza Flown To Ca
"This commenter has lived in NYC their whole life, frequented the Spring Street area, but has never heard of or tried Lombardi's Pizza, despite having tried other famous NYC pizzerias."
NeutralFrom post: Lombardis Pizza Flown To Ca
"This commenter believes Lombardi's quality has significantly declined and their last pizza was terrible, stating they didn't even finish it."
NegativeFrom post: Lombardis Pizza Flown To Ca
"Clarified that the pizza received was half Margherita and half White pie, not clam pie, in response to a query."
PositiveFrom post: Lombardis Pizza Flown To Ca
"This commenter implies Lombardi's has changed, stating they no longer use a coal oven."
NegativeFrom post: Lombardis Pizza Flown To Ca
"A pizza from Lombardi's was brought from NY to CA. The user mentioned that Lombardi's was the closest to their parents' location among their list of desired NY pizzerias."
PositiveFrom post: Lombardis Pizza Flown To Ca
"This commenter believes Lombardi's is even less than mediocre, suggesting a very low opinion of the establishment's pizza quality."
NegativeFrom post: Lombardis Pizza Flown To Ca
"This commenter asserts that Lombardi's is mediocre and only holds weight if one is in the 5 boroughs, suggesting it's not exceptional even within NYC."
Negative