Uptown Slice in Oklahoma City: New York–Style Pies in Midtown
Uptown Slice is a counter-service pizzeria in Oklahoma City's Midtown neighborhood that makes New York-style pizza by the slice and whole pie, focusing on hand-tossed dough and traditional toppings without gimmick builds.
What Uptown Slice actually is
This is a casual, no-frills operation designed for quick lunch or dinner. The shop seats roughly 20 people at a few high-top tables and along a front window counter. Pies are made to order and sliced in front of you, and most customers take slices to go. There is no table service, no reservations, and no full bar. The vibe is closer to a neighborhood lunch spot than a destination restaurant, which suits the Midtown location where office workers and students move through quickly.
Menu and pricing
Uptown Slice charges by the slice and whole pie. Individual slices run $3 to $4 depending on topping count; a whole 18-inch pie ranges from $18 for plain cheese to around $28 for a loaded build. Most signature pies stay in the $20 to $24 range. Toppings include standard options: pepperoni, sausage, mushroom, onion, bell pepper, and olives. There is no deep-dish, pan, or specialty crust; the only variable is cheese level and toppings. Calzones and salads are not offered. A few soft drinks and bottled beer are available, but no wine or cocktails. Confirm current pricing by phone before a visit, as commodity costs can shift meat and cheese pricing seasonally.
How it compares to other Oklahoma City pizza
Uptown Slice occupies a specific niche: straightforward New York slices in a quick-service format. Pizzerias like Picasso Cafe in Bricktown offer sit-down Neapolitan service with wood-fired ovens and a full bar, at a higher price tier (pies $22 to $30 plus drinks). Ted's Cafe Escondido, though primarily Mexican food, operates in the same casual counter model but serves a different cuisine. For takeout-focused New York-style pizza close by, Uptown Slice has few direct competitors in Midtown; most other pies in the city skew either upscale Neapolitan or heavy specialty toppings. If you want a $3 slice and speed, this is the place. If you want to linger with wine and watch a wood-fired oven, look elsewhere.
Who it suits and who it does not
This spot works for office workers on lunch breaks, students grabbing dinner before class, and anyone craving a basic cheese or pepperoni slice without ceremony. The lack of dining space and loud counter environment means it suits solo eaters and pairs far better than groups of four or more. It does not suit anyone expecting a full meal experience, wine pairings, or unusual toppings. Vegetarians will find options (cheese, vegetable combinations), but the menu is meat-heavy in spirit, and there are no vegan cheese or specialty dietary accommodations.
What the first visit involves
Walk in, look at the pies in the case, and order by slice or whole pie at the counter. If ordering a whole pie, expect a 10- to 15-minute wait while it bakes. Slices are available immediately from the case. You pay at the counter and receive your order. If eating in, grab a high-top or the window counter and go. There is no host stand, menu hand-off, or server interaction. Napkins and a few condiments are self-service by the counter.
Hours and logistics
Uptown Slice is located on a side street in Midtown, accessible by car with street parking available. Hours typically run late morning through evening, though confirm these directly, as independent pizzerias adjust seasonally. There is no dedicated lot; plan for on-street parking, which is rarely difficult in that area on weekdays. The storefront is easy to miss if you are not looking for it, so address confirmation before arrival is worth the 30 seconds.
Uptown Slice fills a genuine gap for quick, honest New York slices in Midtown. It does not pretend to be high-concept, and that directness is exactly what makes it useful.
