5 Underrated Restaurants in East Village, New York NY Worth Trying
Updated 29 September 2026 · 6 restaurants in East Village, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list highlights five restaurants in and near the East Village that rate well on Google but have not yet built up a big review count. To qualify, a place needed a rating of 4.4 or higher with fewer than 400 reviews, and six were considered. It helps anyone looking for a slice, a late-night bite or a sit-down dinner that is not already crowded with attention. Each entry covers hours, service options and what reviewers mention.
#1
Ecce
★ 5 (104 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant$1–10 per person
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Ecce is a pizza spot at 77 2nd Ave, open noon to 9 pm Tuesday through Thursday, until 2 am on Friday and Saturday, noon to 8 pm Sunday, and closed Monday. Reviewers mention square slices with a standout sauce, a spicy pepperoni pie and a crisp crust. They describe a no-frills room with good music where people linger and talk. Takeaway and dine-in are listed.
Best for: Square slices and late weekends
- Address
- 77 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12 pm–2 am; Mon Closed; Sat 12 pm–2 am; Sun 12–8 pm; Thu 12–9 pm; Tue 12–9 pm; Wed 12–9 pm
#2
1st Ave NYC PIZZA
★ 5 (31 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant
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1st Ave NYC PIZZA at 186 1st Ave keeps some of the longest hours around, opening at 9 am daily and staying open until 2 am most nights, 3 am Thursday and 5 am on Friday and Saturday. Reviewers mention a crispy crust, fresh sauce, well-melted cheese and friendly service. One reviewer liked the pizza but was not a fan of the garlic knots.
Best for: Very late-night pizza
- Address
- 186 1st Ave, New York, NY 10009, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–5 am; Mon 9 am–2 am; Sat 9 am–5 am; Sun 9 am–2 am; Thu 9 am–3 am; Tue 9 am–2 am; Wed 9 am–2 am
#3
Andrea's Pizza
★ 4.8 (178 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant$1–10 per person
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Andrea's Pizza at 50 2nd Ave is open from noon daily, until midnight most nights and 2 am on Friday and Saturday. Reviewers mention long-fermented dough that stays crisp while fluffier than most, with styles such as classic pepperoni, vodka and pesto, and a grandma pie. Service is described as fast and friendly. Outdoor seating, delivery, Wi-Fi and gender-neutral restrooms are listed, and it is marked good for kids.
Best for: Grandma pies and family lunches
- Address
- 50 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10003, United States
- Hours
- Fri 12 pm–2 am; Mon 12 pm–12 am; Sat 12 pm–2 am; Sun 12–11 pm; Thu 12 pm–12 am; Tue 12 pm–12 am; Wed 12 pm–12 am
#4
Poppy
★ 4.8 (154 Google reviews)American restaurant
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Poppy is an American restaurant at 505 E 12th St, open for dinner Tuesday through Friday, from 11 am on weekends, and closed Monday. Reviewers mention steak and eggs, pasta and a sesame feta dish, along with well-made drinks. They point to warm service, outdoor seating, live music on some nights and a late happy hour. One reviewer recommends making a reservation. Accessible entrance, seating and toilet are listed.
Best for: Dinner and late drinks
- Address
- 505 E 12th St, New York, NY 10009, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5 pm–2 am; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–2 am; Sun 11 am–11 pm; Thu 5 pm–12 am; Tue 5–11 pm; Wed 5–11 pm
#5
La Pizza Roma🇮🇹
★ 4.7 (85 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$1–10 per person
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La Pizza Roma🇮🇹 is an Italian restaurant at 20-22 Avenue A, open from 10 am daily and until 2 am most nights, 4 am on Friday and Saturday. Reviewers mention a chicken parm slice, margherita and vegetable pizzas, a well-baked crust and generous toppings. They describe the staff as friendly and the space as clean. Delivery, dine-in, catering, brunch and card payments are listed.
Best for: Chicken parm slices
- Address
- 20-22 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009, United States
- Hours
- Fri 10 am–4 am; Mon 10 am–2 am; Sat 10 am–4 am; Sun 10 am–12 am; Thu 10 am–2 am; Tue 10 am–2 am; Wed 10 am–2 am
How we made this list
We looked at 6 restaurants in East Village, New York NY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, 1st Ave NYC PIZZA opens at 9 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Ecce ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 104 reviews. 1st Ave NYC PIZZA is second at 5 from 31 reviews.
Which restaurants in East Village, New York NY are open late?
Ecce stays open until 2 am; 1st Ave NYC PIZZA stays open until 5 am; Andrea's Pizza stays open until 2 am; Poppy stays open until 2 am; La Pizza Roma🇮🇹 stays open until 4 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Ecce $1–10; Andrea's Pizza $1–10; La Pizza Roma🇮🇹 $1–10. The others do not list a price range.
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