New York Pizza & Pasta in Oklahoma City: New York-Style Slices and House-Made Pasta
A casual counter-service pizzeria specializing in thin-crust, fold-able New York-style pies and fresh pasta dishes, New York Pizza & Pasta occupies a straightforward slot in Oklahoma City's pizza landscape: fast enough for lunch, affordable enough for regular visits, and consistent in execution without the craft-pizza markup.
What it actually is
The restaurant operates as a walk-up ordering counter with limited seating, serving personal and large pizzas, calzones, stromboli, and a small selection of pasta entrees cooked to order. The style is New York slice house, meaning thin crust that bends without breaking, moderate char on the bottom, and toppings applied before the oven rather than after. The space is utilitarian: no reservations, no cocktail program, cash and card accepted. It fits the category of neighborhood lunch spot rather than destination dinner venue.
Menu and pricing
A large pizza (14 inch) with one topping runs $14 to $16, depending on the meat or vegetable chosen. Each additional topping costs $1.50 to $2. Specialty pies (fully topped combinations) range from $17 to $22. Calzones are priced competitively at $12 to $14 for a filled, sealed half-moon. Pasta entrees (spaghetti, penne, fettuccine with marinara, meat sauce, or white sauce) are $11 to $13 and come with garlic bread. Slice pricing is available if you order at the counter rather than a whole pie.
The house pasta is rolled fresh and holds texture well; this matters because many quick-service pizza places use dried pasta as filler. No premium pricing is applied for this distinction, which is unusual in Oklahoma City.
How it compares to other Oklahoma City pizza options
New York Pizza & Pasta differs from Red Cup, a full-service pizzeria in Midtown that emphasizes Detroit-style thick crust and craft topping combinations, with mains and appetizers that push $18 to $24 per person. Red Cup suits a date night or special occasion; New York Pizza & Pasta suits a $12 solo lunch or a $40 dinner for three people.
It also differs from Empire Slice House on 23rd Street, which offers both Neapolitan and New York styles in a more casual bar-adjacent setting with higher per-slice pricing ($3.50 to $4.50) and liquor service. Empire appeals to drinkers and those willing to spend more for artisanal ingredients; New York Pizza & Pasta appeals to people seeking volume and value.
Choose New York Pizza & Pasta if you want straightforward New York pie with zero fuss and a bill that won't surprise you. Choose Red Cup if you want to try something regionally distinct. Choose Empire if you want a beverage pairing.
Who it suits and who it does not suit
This place works for office workers on lunch break, families with young children (no alcohol, quick turnaround, low cost), and anyone accustomed to New York or New Jersey pizza who is not interested in trendy alternatives. It does not suit diners seeking a full-service restaurant experience, those with dietary restrictions beyond basic vegetarian options, or people expecting craft ingredients or architectural plating.
What the first visit involves
Walk in, read the menu posted above the counter, order at the register, pay, and wait for your name to be called (typically 10 to 15 minutes for a fresh pizza, less for a slice). Seating is limited to a handful of tables; most customers eat there or take out. No greeter, no server, no table water. The transaction is transactional by design.
Hours, parking, and logistics
Hours run Monday through Saturday 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. (verify current hours by phone before a special trip, as restaurant hours in this category do shift seasonally). Parking is available on-street or in a shared lot; the location is not in a large shopping center. The restaurant sits in an accessible neighborhood but is not on a major entertainment corridor, so it draws a steady regular crowd rather than foot traffic.
New York Pizza & Pasta holds its spot in Oklahoma City by doing one thing simply and cheaply. It is not a destination, but it is a reliable choice when you want a familiar pie without negotiating a menu or a check.
