Patsy's Pizzeria East Harlem
The 1933 coal-oven original in East Harlem, one of the few historic pizzerias that still sells slices.
Example
At the First Avenue walk up counter you buy a single charred thin slice from a coal oven, something the other historic pizzerias will not sell you.
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Frequently asked questions
Is East Harlem Patsy's related to the other Patsy's around the city?
The franchised locations share a name but not the coal oven or the history. First Avenue at 117th is the original.
Slice counter or dining room at Patsy's?
The slice counter for speed and the classic experience. The dining room works when you want a full sit-down pie.
How do I combine Patsy's with the rest of a Harlem day?
Eat the slice at the counter, then walk west toward the 125th Street corridor for the Apollo, Sylvia's and Sugar Hill Creamery in the same afternoon.
