Emmy Squared Pizza

FOOD: the food here is absolutely amazing. I started my meal off with a chopped wedge salad, which was a healthy portion, followed by a meat, lovers pizza, and loaded waffle fries. The portions for the price were incredible and the quality of all of the ingredients were on point. HAPPY HOUR: I was here for happy hour. They have five dollar beers seven dollar wines and nine dollar cocktails ( as long as the cocktail is not shaken or stirred…weird distinction) ATMOSPHERE: high ceilings with a lot of great low lighting. This is a corner restaurant so there are massive windows lining the walls to get great natural light inside the space. The decor was very modern and dark, but I appreciated the fake plants throughout the space that made the restaurant feel alive. STAFF: the staff was very friendly and helpful in making decision with our order. They were prompt about filling water. We never had to wait for anything we needed. this location is only steps away from Lincoln Center making it a great pre-or Post show meal. Looking forward to coming back and enjoying more food from this restaurant.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I don’t usually take the time to write reviews, but some experiences deserve to be recognized and the hospitality my family received at Emmy Squared Pizza on the Upper West Side is one of them. I first discovered this location in early spring because my son had swimming lessons nearby every Saturday morning. What started as a quick pizza stop after swimming quickly became one of our favorite weekly traditions. Before long, Nicole and the team knew our order, remembered our favorite table, and welcomed us like family. My oldest son is autistic, and routine and familiarity are incredibly important to him. The way they consistently made him feel comfortable, welcomed, and genuinely special meant more to me than I can ever properly explain. Over time, Nicole became so much more than just a friendly face at a restaurant. We would talk about life, my family, and everything happening in between swimming lessons and pizza. During a particularly difficult time for our family, including the loss of my children’s grandfather, her kindness and warmth gave me a sense of comfort I didn’t even realize I needed. It honestly felt like an unexpected therapy session in the middle of our Saturday routine. On my son’s final day of swimming lessons, when he received his certificate, the team went above and beyond and made him a special pizza to celebrate. They gave him the absolute red-carpet treatment, and I will never forget the joy and excitement on his face. They made my children feel like they were the most important people in the room and what touched me even more was watching them create that same feeling for other families and customers, even when the restaurant was busy. The manager, Nicole, and the kitchen team showed us a level of genuine hospitality that I honestly haven’t experienced in a very long time. They didn’t just serve us food they created a place where my family felt seen, welcomed, safe, and cared for. For families looking for a warm and comfortable environment especially families with autistic children I cannot recommend Emmy Squared Pizza on the Upper West Side enough. This restaurant gave us more than pizza. They gave us a tradition, a safe space, beautiful memories, and the feeling of being welcomed with open arms. That kind of hospitality is rare, and it deserves to be celebrated. I will be recommending this location to everyone I know because Nicole, the manager, and the entire team truly made an unforgettable impact on my family. ❤️🍕 And I’m actually writing this review on a Saturday which should tell you just how much I miss them! I even told my son that I would never go to another pizza restaurant again unless I was stepping foot back into Emmy Squared. That’s how special this place became to us.

Great spot for Detroit style pizza. I had a Cesar salad and just a pepperoni pizza. The salad was delicious and good amount. The pizza was really good just felt that it is a little expensive based on the serving size and the amount of pizza options in the city but still a solid pizza to try.

One of the best square pizzas I have had. The MVP pizza is a must try! The base is crisp but the top is soft and warm. The sauce is super fresh. The service is fast and they have outdoor seating too. The menu is a mix of vegetarian and meat options. One of the unique pizzas and definitely recommended!

The staff were very friendly and informative. Founder’s pizza was pretty good— rather spicy, and you taste the honey, but it’s not overpowering or anything— balanced flavors. Sweater Weather mocktail is WONDERFUL— passion fruit heaven