5 Underrated Restaurants in Tribeca, New York NY Worth Trying
Updated 29 September 2026 · 7 restaurants in Tribeca, New York NY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide highlights five underrated restaurants in and around Tribeca that score well on Google but have not yet collected a large pile of reviews. Only places rated 4.4 or higher with fewer than 400 reviews qualified, and seven were considered. They are ranked by rating, weighted by review count. It is aimed at locals and visitors who want a slice or a dinner beyond the usual names, with hours, addresses and what reviewers mention for each.
#1
Fermento Pizza NYC
★ 4.9 (167 Google reviews)Pizza takeaway$1–10 per person
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Fermento Pizza NYC is a slice and takeaway spot at 226 Varick St, open daily until 9 pm. Reviewers mention a light, airy dough with a crisp crust, a well-liked sauce, and the broken burrata slice pulled fresh from the oven. They also describe friendly counter staff who clearly care about the product. There is some seating, plus vegetarian options and organic dishes, and it is listed as family and LGBTQ+ friendly.
Best for: Artisan slices to go
- Address
- 226 Varick St, New York, NY 10014, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–9 pm; Sun 12–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#2
The Pie Guy Pizza
★ 4.7 (245 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant
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The Pie Guy Pizza is a small pizza shop at 83-85 Baxter St near Chinatown, open until midnight on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Reviewers mention pepperoni slices loaded with crispy cups, Quattro, buffalo chicken and meat lovers pies, a friendly server, and wall art of celebrities served by the mascot. Some found the thin crust dry or the sauce light. Seating is limited, so it works best for a quick slice.
Best for: Late-night pepperoni slices
- Address
- 83-85 Baxter St, New York, NY 10013, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–12 am; Mon 10 am–8 pm; Sat 11 am–12 am; Sun 12–8 pm; Thu 10 am–12 am; Tue 10 am–8 pm; Wed 10 am–8 pm
#3
Jay's Pizza
★ 4.7 (136 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant
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Jay's Pizza is a pizzeria at 146 Chambers St, open 11 am to 9 pm most days and until 8 pm on Sundays. Reviewers mention the New Yorker and Calabrese slices, fresh basil on top, glazed garlic knots and a crisp crust. One reviewer notes the parmesan was freshly grated on request, while another felt the slices were pricey for the size. It suits a fast lunch break near City Hall.
Best for: Quick lunch slice and garlic knots
- Address
- 146 Chambers St, New York, NY 10007, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–9 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–9 pm; Sun 12–8 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#4
Pizza Twist
★ 4.7 (45 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant
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Pizza Twist is a pizza restaurant at 325 Church St, open until 1 am on Fridays and Saturdays. Reviewers mention the sweet and savory Butter Pizza Twist, a paneer pizza with onions, peppers and cilantro, chicken pizza with crispy crust, and garlic parm wings they want to try. They also point to a clean room with seating, air conditioning and friendly service, which makes it a practical late stop.
Best for: Late-night Indian-style pizzas
- Address
- 325 Church St, New York, NY 10013, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–1 am; Mon 11 am–10 pm; Sat 11 am–1 am; Sun 11 am–12 am; Thu 11 am–12 am; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
#5
Fonda
★ 4.6 (259 Google reviews)Mexican restaurant$20–80 per person
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Fonda is a Mexican restaurant at 139 Duane St that opens at 4 pm for dinner every day. Reviewers mention camarones adobados, enchiladas poblanas and queso fundido, plus cocktails and a bartender with deep tequila knowledge. The menu includes small plates, vegetarian options and dessert, and there are happy-hour drinks and food. Outdoor seating, delivery and wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating and toilet are listed.
Best for: Tequila cocktails and Mexican dinner
- Address
- 139 Duane St, New York, NY 10013, United States
- Hours
- Fri 4–10 pm; Mon 4–9:30 pm; Sat 4–10 pm; Sun 4–9 pm; Thu 4–9:30 pm; Tue 4–9:30 pm; Wed 4–9:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 7 restaurants in Tribeca, 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
- Fonda takes reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- 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?
Fermento Pizza NYC ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 167 reviews. The Pie Guy Pizza is second at 4.7 from 245 reviews.
Which restaurants in Tribeca, New York NY are open late?
The Pie Guy Pizza stays open until 12 am; Pizza Twist stays open until 1 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Fermento Pizza NYC $1–10; Fonda $20–80. The others do not list a price range.
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