I opted to try one of the artichoke slices (which consisted of lots of cheese, artichokes, and spinach), and one of the Sicilian. I was told it would be a while, so I had them tack on a cannoli ($1.50). The artichoke slice was definitely my favorite. Different from other slices I’ve eaten in the past, this one had many distinct flavors. The spinach provided the perfect compliment to the rich cheese and moist artichokes. The sauce was more of an alfredo base (no tomato sauce on this one). This slice dwarfed my Sicilian slice, which looked like a child’s portion alongside the other. I will warn that I recommend a big tall glass of water with the artichoke slice, as the sodium must be through the roof. I was drinking water all night long as a result. The Sicilian was more of a standard offering. The tomato sauce was basic and I found it begging for red pepper flakes to jazz it up. The crust was too crunchy and thick for my taste. Not bad, but that specific slice was nothing to warrant eating at the bus stop again. Overall, Artichoke is worth checking out. I would recommend waiting for a warm day and going with a tall bottle of water, about 5 good sized napkins, and one slice of their artichoke pizza. If nothing else, you can see how it’d stack it up versus the other more “traditional” Manhattan offerings. I’m not going to make it a regular stop or wait in a ridiculously long line, but it’s...
Read moreArtichoke Basille's is definitely a staple of New York City and I recommend that all pizza lovers try it at some point in their lives. This particular location is different in that it has a sit-down area in addition to the typical take out. If you want to get a quick slice, you can go to the take out area which has some standing tables. Just know that the artichoke pizza, especially, is a bit messy so it's kind of hard to eat on the go. The slice is also a lot bigger than your typical slice (as can be seen by the multiple plates used in my photo).
The Artichoke Pizza is unique in that it has no tomato sauce but instead contains huge amounts of cheese as well as an alfredo-type sauce that is likely made out of heavy, butter, and cream cheese. The closest thing it resembles in my mind is ranch dressing. The pizza also has spinach and artichokes, so it's basically like eating artichoke dip on bread.
If you're sensitive when it comes to dairy, this is certainly not the pizza for you and they have various other slices as well if that is the case.
The cleanliness of this restaurant is a bit questionable and my doubts were confirmed by the "Rating Pending" sign. That's New York City for you and I suppose it's part of...
Read moreArtichoke Pizza in Greenwich Village is a slice of heaven for pizza lovers! This small but mighty spot, developed by two brothers, serves up some of the most decadent pizza you’ll ever taste. The Artichoke Pizza on Broadway is especially famous for its super creamy, rich topping that feels just like artichoke dip, all atop a thick, hearty crust.
Since opening their first location in 2008, Artichoke Basille’s has expanded across the nation, gaining fame along the way. They’ve been featured on The Tonight Show, The Rachael Ray Show, and many other notable shows and publications. This place is the real deal.
We had a slice that was full of creamy goodness and double crusted – it was absolutely delicious and incredibly satisfying. If you find yourself in Greenwich Village, do yourself a favor and stop by Artichoke Pizza. It’s an experience your taste buds will...
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