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Upside Pizza
$$ · Pizza

640 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
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Best Pizza in Greenpoint

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Upside Pizza 7.9
Greenpoint
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The Greenpoint branch of Upside Pizza brings the brand’s 90s-leaning aesthetic and sourdough-based pies to Manhattan Avenue, focusing on crisp squares and New York–style rounds. It’s used as a modern slice stop with bar seating, especially for pepperoni squares and vodka- or cheese-heavy pies.
Must-Try Dishes: Upside Down Sicilian (Square), Sicilian Pepperoni (Square), Spicy Vodka Pie
Scores:
Value: 6 Service: 7.2 Consistency: 8 Food Quality: 7.9 Atmosphere: 7.8 Cultural Relevance: 7.5
What makes it special: A design-forward slice shop emphasizing sourdough-based squares and rounds with a slightly cheffier slice profile.
Who should go: Slice fans curious about modern sourdough squares and vodka pies.
When to visit: Afternoons or off-peak evenings to avoid cramped, crowded rushes.
What to order: Upside Down Sicilian square, Sicilian Pepperoni, spicy vodka slice.
Insider tip: Request a corner square for maximum crispy edge and caramelized cheese.
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only; generally manageable on side streets north of Greenpoint Ave, but tighter around peak dinner hours.
Dress code: Very casual—hoodies, tees, and streetwear are normal.
Noise level: Moderate during rush; music and counter chatter mean solo diners can tune out, but conversation is still possible.
Weekend wait: 5–15 minutes for slices; may wait 10–20 minutes for whole pies at peak.
Weekday lunch: Typically no wait—walk right up to the counter.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Strong options—classic cheese, upside-down squares, and rotating veggie slices are common.
Vegan options: Limited—may offer a vegan round or slice periodically, but not guaranteed daily.
Gluten-free options: Not consistently available; no dedicated gluten-free crust routine.
Best For
Better for: Crisp sourdough squares and fast slice turnover compared to slower, sit-down Neapolitan spots nearby.
Skip if: Skip if you want full-service dining, large group seating, or guaranteed gluten-free/vegan accommodations.