By: Chandler Presson By: Chandler Presson | February 22, 2024 | Food & Drink, Feature, Guides,
NYC might be home to some of the best pizza in the world, but did you know that our calzones are just as incredible? Yeasted bread dough filled with cheese and your toppings of choice are just as amazing as they sound, and these are the very best that New York has to offer.
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98 Kenmare St. / 833.446.8666 / Website
This hot spot by Delicious Hospitality Group is taking Lower Manhattan by storm and has already proved to have one of the best calzones in the game thanks to their fried calzone with anchovies and provolone. We recommend taking advantage of the gorgeous patio on warm evenings.
309 W. 50th St. / 646.719.1043 / Website
Don Antonio has been bringing excellent Neopolitan-style pizza to the Theater District for 10 years, and their calzones are no exception. The menu features three traditional calzones and one deep-fried calzone, providing an option for everyone.
Multiple locations / Website
This long-standing Brooklyn establishment has three restaurants across the borough, each serving equally delicious pies. We recommend the Salsiccia e Ripini calzone with pork fennel sausage, broccoli rabe, caramelized onions, ricotta, mozzarella, pecorino, parmesan and San Marzano tomato sauce.
66 Gold St. / 212.243.1500 / Website
Many New Yorkers swear by Kesté as one of the best pies in the city, but the calzone alone is worth a trip. Our personal favorite? The calzone fritto with a classic filling of cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fresh ricotta and salami.
129 MacDougal St. / 917.639.3236 / Website
This ultra-romantic and lantern-lit resto sits right off of Washington Square Park. The indoor garden serves as the ideal backdrop while you tuck into your fully customized calzone, as La Lanterna di Vittorio offers tons of additional fillings, including smoked duck, Pinoli nuts and prosciutto Crudo.
32 Spring St. / 212.941.7994 / Website
Established in 1905, Lombardi’s claims the title of America’s first pizzeria, meaning they’ve had plenty of time to perfect their calzone. The Lombardi’s calzone is a true classic, and is stuffed with ricotta, whole milk mozzarella, herbs and spices, with the choice of any two additional fillings.
When pizza just won’t cut it, a calzone is in order, and these six NYC classics are sure to impress. Next time the craving hits, we’ll see you there!
Photography by: Gregory DelliCarpini