Eat · Greenwich Village & Washington Square
Joe's Pizza (Carmine Street)
A long-running slice shop on Carmine Street: stand or take it to Washington Square Park; go off-peak, and expect a short queue at lunch and late at night.
- Classic slice shop since 1975
- Cheap and fast
- Take it to the park
- Order: A cheese slice
- Counter seating
- Walk-in window: 14:00–17:00
- Queue risk: lunch and after 22:00
- Bring cash
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Map & directions
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Plan
Open now, when you can walk in, what to order
Go now?
Open?
Open into the late evening; check the day
Busy this hour
Estimate by hour below
Easiest walk-in
14:00–17:00
Reservations
Walk-in, no reservation
Paying
Bring cash
Per person
US$4–122026 estimate · check
Walk-in windows
Tip
Format
A walk-in lunch is only planned as primary when your arrival lands outside the “impossible” window.
Your first order
- Cheese sliceThe classic.US$4–5
Menus and prices change; the board on the day wins.
Not checked in the last 12 months (no check date on file).
On the ground
How to order, tip and pay, allergies, and booking
How to order
- Order at the counter and say the slice type.
- Ask for it hot; they reheat slices in the oven.
- Eat standing at the counter, on the street or at Washington Square Park.
Tipping
Sit-down restaurants: about 18–22%, close to US habits.
Allergies and diets
- YesVegetarian · Cheese and vegetable slices. · say: “I do not eat meat.”
- NoVegan · Cheese-based.
- NoHalal · Not certified; pork options exist. · say: “No pork, please.”
- NoGluten-free · Wheat crust. · say: “I need gluten-free.”
- AskNut allergy · Ask.
Paying
Bring cash
- Tip is optional; a dollar in the jar is common.
- Prices are on the board; tax is included on many slices.
- Cards accepted; cash is faster.
Booking
- Booking
- Walk-in, no reservation
- Reservations
- Not taken
- Note
- Walk-in; check current hours before you go.
Not checked in the last 12 months (no check date on file).
Map and nearby
Where this place is, how to get there, and what is around it
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How to order here, in full
How to order here
The order of play at the counter or table, what to say, how much to order and how to pay.
- 1Order at the counter and say the slice type.
- 2Ask for it hot; they reheat slices in the oven.
- 3Eat standing at the counter, on the street or at Washington Square Park.
No shared language? Point at the dish or a photo of it. For a printed menu, translate a photo of it.
What to say
| In English | Say or show | Sounds like |
|---|---|---|
| How much is it? | How much is this? | prices are usually shown |
| The check, please | Can I get the check? | US usage |
| To go | For here or to go? | a common question at counters |
| Hello | Hi / Hey | casual and universal |
| Thank you | Thanks | said constantly |
Extras, condiments and what costs extra
- Cheese extras: Toppings cost extra — Ask the price.
Paying and tipping
Sit-down restaurants: about 18–22%, close to US habits.
- Tip is optional; a dollar in the jar is common.
- Prices are on the board; tax is included on many slices.
- Cards accepted; cash is faster.
- Tipping: 18–22% at restaurants; $1–2 a drink; round up taxis.
- Tip 18–22% at sit-down restaurants; menu prices exclude tax and tip.
- Check that a service charge is not already included for groups.
- Many delis and bodegas take cash only; carry small bills.
At the table
- Lunch specials are cheaper than dinner at the same restaurant.
Price and paying
- Typical spend
- US$4–12 per person (2026 estimate)
Paying, diet and allergies
Paying
Fastest.
Major cards.
Phone payments (check).
Diet and allergies
Yes means there is something for you; ask means possible with care; no means go elsewhere.
- Vegetarianyes
Cheese and vegetable slices.
Show: I do not eat meat.
- Veganno
Cheese-based.
- Halalno
Not certified; pork options exist.
Show: No pork, please.
- Gluten-freeno
Wheat crust.
Show: I need gluten-free.
- Nut allergyask
Ask.
What is in the dishes
- Cheese slicedairy
Read from the menu names and notes; recipes vary and cross-contact is not tested. Check with the kitchen.
Who it suits, booking and the kitchen
Who it suits, booking, closures
- How to book
- No bookings.
- How far ahead
- Not needed
- No-show / cancel fee
- Not applicable
- Dress code
- None.
| When | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Public holidays | check before you go | Hours may vary. |
| Late night | check before you go | Open late; hours vary. |
Show the kitchen
Tap a need to get a large screen you can hold up to staff. The wording is the guide’s; a helper who reads the language should confirm it if your allergy is serious.
Hour by hour, with queue times
Quietest listed hour: 15:00 (light).
- 01:00heavyexpect a lineLate-night
- 11:00busya short wait is possible
- 12:00packedexpect a long lineLunch rush
- 13:00heavyexpect a line
- 15:00lightlittle or no wait
- 17:00busya short wait is possible
- 18:00heavyexpect a line
- 20:00busya short wait is possible
- 23:00heavyexpect a line
Desk estimate of crowd on a weekday; weekends and public holidays run one level higher. Not live data. No line length is on file, so waits are in words.
Comfort, facts and cons
Hygiene and comfort
- Restrooms
- No restroom: use a café or the station nearby
- Seating
- Standing or a shelf: no proper seats
- Kids
- kids' menu: no · stroller: poor · Take the slice to the park
- Access
- step-free: check · A small room; confirm the door
Hygiene
- A high-turnover counter; eat hot slices.
Facts
- Reservations
- Not taken — Walk-in; check current hours before you go.
- Capabilities
- food · seated_rest
- Getting there
- 7 Carmine Street, Greenwich Village · ~5 min walk
Cons
- Standing room only; no toilet for customers.
- Hours not field-verified.
Dish glossary
| On the menu | What it is | Order it how |
|---|---|---|
| Slice | A single triangle of pizza. | Say 'one cheese' or 'one pepperoni'. |
| Pie | A whole pizza. | Order it whole. |
| Plain | Cheese only. | Also called 'cheese' or 'regular'. |
| Fold | How locals eat a slice. | Fold lengthwise, eat from the tip. |
Price check
- locals pay
- A cheese slice is US$4–5; the price is the same for everyone.
- tourist price
- Nothing special applies to visitors.
- rule
- Prices are on the board; tax is included on many slices.
| Extra on the table | Typical charge | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Cheese extras | Toppings cost extra | Ask the price. |
Deep dive
Questions, alternatives, and where our facts come from
Questions and answers
Questions and answers
What should I order?
A plain cheese slice.
Checked 2026-09-29 · Voykit desk
How much cash do I need?
US$10 covers a slice and a drink.
Checked 2026-09-29 · Voykit desk
Is it the best pizza in New York?
People argue; it is a classic and a good value.
Can I sit down?
Standing counter and a few stools; take it to the park.
Is it open late?
Yes for many nights; check.
If it is closed or full
Nearby alternatives
If it is closed or the line is too long
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Used as a seated rest node in New York in 4 days.
Sources
- officialNYC Tourism + Conventions
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Prices are 2026 estimates from the menu or the price line on file. Check on the day.
Source: Opening hours
Source: Best time
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Written from desk research. Not yet compared with the official source.
No official source is recorded for this figure.
The easiest walk-in window or the quietest hour in this guide. Crowd levels are desk estimates, not counts.