Best Group Dining Gatherings Pizza Restaurants in Midtown-Times Square
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Heritage Grand Bakery
Ancient-grain breads and Mediterranean-inspired pizzas served in a stylish Bryant Park dining room.
Notable Picks
8.8
Heritage Grand Restaurant & Pizza Bar brings a polished, Mediterranean-leaning menu of ancient-grain breads, wood-fired pizzas, and mezze to a handsome dining room just off Bryant Park. Opened in 2023 by restaurateur Lou Ramirez, it draws theatergoers, office diners, and locals for everything from happy hour to late-night olive oil cake.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mediterranean Mezze Platter, Ancient Grain Margherita Pizza, Olive Oil Cake
What Makes it Special: Ancient-grain breads and Mediterranean-inspired pizzas served in a stylish Bryant Park dining room.
8.4
Old-school coal-oven institution near Carnegie Hall turning out char-kissed, thin-crust pies with a crisp snap. It’s dependable for families who want a sit-down Midtown meal with classic Italian sides.
Must-Try Dishes:
Coal Oven Margherita, Pepperoni Pie, Chicken Parmigiana
What Makes it Special: Coal-oven technique delivers that smoky Midtown classic.
8.1
Uncle Paul’s Pizza is a busy corner operation by Grand Central offering by-the-slice pies, full pizzas, wings, pastas, and cold beer. It’s a step up from bare-bones slice counters, with plenty of indoor seating and a menu that works for casual lunches, game-watching, or informal group dinners. Regulars value it for hearty portions, reliable delivery, and broad topping options.
Must-Try Dishes:
Cheese or pepperoni pizza by the slice, Specialty pies like BBQ chicken or white pizza, Uncle Paul’s Buffalo wings
What Makes it Special: Lively Grand Central–area pizzeria with a full menu and beer-friendly atmosphere.