Scarr's Pizza

Scarr’s Pizza is one of those spots that feels like stepping back in time. Nestled on Orchard Street in the heart of the Lower East Side, this retro slice shop has cultivated a devoted following for its no-frills approach to making genuinely great pizza. The vibe is decidedly old-school New York—the kind of place where you might find yourself rubbing elbows with neighborhood regulars while waiting for your slice.

What sets Scarr’s apart is the dough. Made with carefully sourced, stone-milled flour, it produces a crust with remarkable depth of flavor that you won’t find at your average corner slice joint. The pepperoni and jalapeno combination is a neighborhood favorite, delivering just the right amount of heat to keep things interesting. Every slice comes out of the oven with that perfect balance of crispy edges and chewy center.

The recent move to a new location on Orchard Street brought one welcome change: more seating. While you’ll still encounter a line (this is a beloved spot, after all), there’s now a back area where you can settle in with friends and order a full pie. There’s even a Mike’s Hot Honey arcade game to keep you entertained. It’s the kind of place that encourages you to slow down and actually enjoy your meal rather than rushing through a slice on the sidewalk.

If you’re in the neighborhood and craving pizza, Scarr’s is hard to beat. Grab a friend or two, snag a table in the back, and order a whole pie to share. It’s casual dining at its finest—unpretentious, delicious, and quintessentially New York.