Dollar Slice
The famously cheap pizza slice sold around $1, a New York institution of late-night budget eating that now starts at $1.50.
Example
At 2 am on Sixth Avenue you hand over a couple of dollars, get a slice off the counter and keep walking, which is the entire ritual.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the dollar slice actually good?
It is good for the price at 2 am. For pizza you will remember, pay more at a real slice joint like Joe's or Scarr's.
Where do I find dollar slices?
Look for 2 Bros Pizza and similar counters in Midtown, the East Village and near St. Marks Place. Follow the late-night lines.
Is a dollar slice a fair introduction to New York pizza?
No. Treat it as late night fuel. For a first real slice, pay a few dollars more at a proper slice joint where the crust and cheese are the point.
