Department of FoodieDepartment of Foodie
Chain outlet serving pizza, plus pasta, calzones, chicken wings & submarine sandwiches.
From Google Maps reviews.
If you judge a book by its cover, you’ll walk right past Gino’s. Nestled on 83rd Street, this is a classic, no-frills, "hole-in-the-wall" establishment that defines the grit and soul of the Upper East Side. There are no fancy Edison bulbs or artisanal flight paddles here—just a counter, the smell of bubbling mozzarella, and some of the best Italian heroes in the borough.
First timer for dinner. Walked past the pizza counter and I knew this was gonna be a great place. My wife and I sat down and the owners themselves were working. The bread came out fast and pipping hot. Served with cold butter this bread is fantastic tasting. The linguni with meatballs ( red sauce) was amazing. The portion was large enough for a second meal. I ate the leftovers several days later and it was still amazing. The eggplant dish my wife had was very tasty as well and she loved it. This
This place is cash only and doesn’t serve garlic knots. I ordered the lasagna pizza. While the toppings had a lot of flavor, the crust was undercooked and a soupy mess. I had to use a knife and fork to eat it. You can do better on the Upper East Side.
From the Apr 8, 2025 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Food surfaces weren't washed and sanitized between uses.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.