John's of Times Square
Italian · Pizza · New York, NY
About
In Times Square, you'll find John's, a former 19th-century church now serving pizza. It's the largest pizzeria in the country, seating 400 people, with a full bar and coal-fired brick ovens. The crowd is mixed gay-straight, all ages, and family-friendly. Locals and travelers alike enjoy the lively, upscale-casual vibe.
Sit at the bar for people-watching and chat with bartenders known for their good looks and snazzy cocktails. Saturdays after the theater rush are a popular time. It's a women-led business, run by Angela, who started as a waitress. Reservations are accepted, so plan ahead.
John's of Times Square sits in the heart of Times Square, surrounded by theaters and tourist attractions, making it ideal for pre- or post-show dining.
Features
- ✓Coal-fired brick oven pizza with thin crust
- ✓Full bar with craft cocktails and local beer
- ✓LGBTQ-friendly mixed crowd, all ages welcome
- ✓Former church with stunning interior architecture
- ✓Women-led management since 1997
Cuisine
Good for
Practical
Best nights: Sat
What people say
Rated from 2,863 reviews. 18 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
“Pizza Pizza”
Great pizza, perfect for people-watching (mostly tourists), and a solid meal before a show.
A visitor · Over a year ago
“Holy cocktails (and pizza)”
John's is a great place to load up on carbs. Having drinks at the bar is always enjoyable, and the space is stunning. The bartenders are very friendly, and it's better to eat at the bar than a table. Keep in mind it's a pizza place, so order accordingly.
A guest · Over a year ago
“from heaven”
This is my biggest guilty pleasure—I just can't get enough of it. Their Bianca pie is my favorite. If you sit at the bar, you can watch people and chat with the friendly bartenders. If you sit inside, you get a room with a full view and plenty of eye candy. It's a win-win.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“Best pizza”
Johns has the best pizza in New York City. They cook their pizza in coal-fired brick ovens, and nothing beats the taste. Be sure to go on Saturdays after the theater rush and have the cute bartender who works that day make you his famous margaritas!
A local visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Does John's of Times Square take reservations? +
Yes, reservations are accepted.
Is there a full bar? +
Yes, John's has a full bar serving cocktails, wine, and beer.
Is John's family-friendly and LGBTQ-friendly? +
Yes, the restaurant is family-friendly and has a mixed LGBTQ+ crowd.
What type of cuisine does John's serve? +
John's specializes in Italian cuisine, particularly coal-fired brick oven pizza.
What is the price range? +
John's is moderately priced ($$).
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