John's of Bleecker Street ๐๐
๐The day we visited John's of Bleecker Street, we waited in line for about half an hour. It was worth it, though! This place is truly a hidden gem in New York, known for its rare use of a coal-fired oven to bake their pizzas. If youโre a purist who values that classic, smoky flavor from the coal oven, then this place is definitely worth the visit. ๐ธ The pizza crust is delightfully crispy on the bottom, and the sauce is just right โ not too much, not too little. Itโs a bit on the drier side, which some might prefer. ๐ ๐ข However, if youโre not particularly fussy about the coal-fired experience, there are other great pizza places in the city that can match up. ๐ You might not need to wait as long or feel compelled to order a whole pizza. Plus, the portions are quite filling, so sharing is always a good idea. ๐ The seating is quite limited, so if youโre in a large group, finding a spot might be a bit challenging. ๐๏ธ Itโs best to go early or be prepared to enjoy your pizza standing up or on the go! Despite that, the experience and the taste make it all worthwhile. ๐ #NewYork #PizzaLovers #HiddenGems ๐ฟ๐