The Oven's Slice is a new pizzeria that's launched in the East Village. a good neighborhood pizzeria serving up a variety of pizza pies. there's a good amount of seating for solos or groups. the interior is really clean, well maintained, and currently has spooky season vibes for Halloween, but otherwise it has a modernish with a warm pizza place decor. the counter displays at least 8-10 different types of pies.
been here twice and so far tried 3 NYC-style plain cheese slices and a Marghertita slice. prefer plain slices, not a huge toppings fan--pizza purist, I am..anyhow, the plain cheese slice is a very thin crust slice with a firm crispy crust with give, so there is some flop which is why it should be folded and eaten. they don't skimp on the mozzarella cheese as it blankets the slice...and the sauce flavor has a sweet bend to it. overall, it's a solid satisfying slice and appropriate for a neighborhood pizza joint. wouldn't peg this place as a destination but a more of a place where you can grab a casual slice throughout the day or night with little to no wait. thought the Margherita slice was what it was it supposed to be and fine, but my go-to here would be a plain slice.
the service is friendly and quick.
slices run $4 bucks and above each. the NY pizza slice has truly detached itself from the cost of a single subway ride, its longtime price partner. welcome to 2025.
PRO TIP: the plain cheese slices and pies aren't on display or on the current menu for some reason, but just ask as they are there. read more