John's Pizzeria of Times Square
Pizza restaurant · 260 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036, United States · United States
★ 4.3 on Google · 8,490 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 15, 2026 · 41 reviews flagged
How this score works
The score estimates how strongly this place's review record matches known manipulation patterns, from 0 (no signs) to 100. Verdicts: Clean below 40, Suspicious from 40, Likely Manipulated from 70; Review Drive when the flags are mostly staff asking customers for named reviews. It rises with the share of reviews flagged and how suspicious each one is.
- Burst
- — an abnormal spike of five-star reviews in a single day compared to the place's usual pace.
- Low activity account
- — the reviewer has almost no other reviews, photos, or Local Guide history; throwaway accounts look like this.
- Duplicate text
- — the wording is nearly identical to another review of the same place.
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Case conclusion
What the numbers say
1,000 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.3★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.4★
- Flagged
- 4%
- Coverage
- 12%
All reviews shown by Google
959 examined reviews
41 of 1,000
1,000 of 8,490 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 15, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Reviewers report that this spacious restaurant located in a former church offers a unique atmosphere and popular brick-oven thin-crust pizza. While many praise the fast service and flavorful pies, others find the food bland, prices high, and service inconsistent.
+ Repeated strengths
Atmosphere and Architecture
Reviewers enjoy the unique setting inside a converted historic church with high ceilings and stained glass.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-03-11
The pizza was phenomenal! But I am not from New York, so keep that in mind. I really enjoyed the unique venue too. An old church is one cool place to enjoy pizza! Our service was top notch as well. I'd recommend this place to anyone who...
5★ · 2025-10-14
What an amazing piece of history! Not to mention the pizza is incredible !
Pizza Quality
Many reviewers highlight the delicious thin-crust pizza and fresh toppings coming out of the coal-fired ovens.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2025-03-01
Our first stop in NYC had to be pizza and this was a fantastic spot a quick Walk from Times Square. We split a small and it was very good, love the cheese and the crust was crispy. Check it out.
5★ · 2025-10-05
Best pizza we found in Manhattan and worth the time to give it a try! Pictures are of one of four brick ovens heated to 800 degrees. The crust was perfect!
Convenient Location
Reviewers frequently note that the restaurant is conveniently situated near Times Square and Broadway theaters.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2025-03-01
Our first stop in NYC had to be pizza and this was a fantastic spot a quick Walk from Times Square. We split a small and it was very good, love the cheese and the crust was crispy. Check it out.
− Repeated complaints
Inconsistent Service
Reviewers report instances of inattentive, slow, or rude service, as well as difficulties with wait times and large party policies.
1 supporting review
1★ · 2025-03-04
The service was horrible and they didn't care that we were waiting for quite awhile. The servers were rude and they were all standing around and playing on their phones. They never checked if we needed water or more drinks or how our food w...
Noise and Crowds
Reviewers mention that the dining area can become extremely loud, crowded, and warm.
1 supporting review
5★ · 2025-07-09
You wouldn't know it judging from the outside but it's very massive inside. The food and service were great and they made me off-the menu martinis which was a plus! One word, of caution is that it gets really hot and humid there in the summ...
Food and Pricing Discontent
Some reviewers feel the food is bland, overpriced, and not up to expectations for New York style pizza.
2 supporting reviews
1★ · 2025-03-04
The service was horrible and they didn't care that we were waiting for quite awhile. The servers were rude and they were all standing around and playing on their phones. They never checked if we needed water or more drinks or how our food w...
3★ · 2025-11-15
Pizza bianca was meh. They were a bit hesitant to give a table for 1, it didn't appear that busy either. No, I don't want to sit at the bar. The server wasn't helpful. I asked for recommendations for a veggie pizza, he pointed to the menu....
Good for
- Pre-theater dinner with family or large groups
- Diners looking for unique historic architecture
- Whole-pie thin-crust pizza sharing
Avoid if
- You want a quiet, intimate dining environment
- You are looking to order individual pizza slices
- You expect budget-friendly pricing in Times Square
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Feb ’25 | 6 | 1 |
| Mar ’25 | 77 | 5 |
| Apr ’25 | 81 | 6 |
| May ’25 | 66 | 3 |
| Jun ’25 | 82 | 0 |
| Jul ’25 | 85 | 0 |
| Aug ’25 | 66 | 2 |
| Sep ’25 | 40 | 2 |
| Oct ’25 | 53 | 2 |
| Nov ’25 | 45 | 3 |
| Dec ’25 | 57 | 2 |
| Jan ’26 | 46 | 1 |
| Feb ’26 | 39 | 0 |
| Mar ’26 | 55 | 2 |
| Apr ’26 | 57 | 3 |
| May ’26 | 57 | 1 |
| Jun ’26 | 58 | 6 |
| Jul ’26 | 30 | 2 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- low activity account 37 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 4 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 41 flagged reviews.
Bruce Popejoy
742 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-05-13
After waiting a short time my guest and I were seated at our table. The server was over to the table in a flash to take our drink orders...when he returned with our drinks we ordered pizza 🍕. Our salad was great. When the pizza came it was hot and very delicious. Every time I am in NYC I make su...
Carey Stansbury
101 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-09-10
Our favorite pizza place in NYC. They have a gluten free which is helpful for my wife. Sauce is made fresh every morning and the toppings are so good. Highly recommend
Mark Sweetman
348 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2026-06-19
Great food. They seem to be able to seat any size group.
Jack Murray
25 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2026-06-24
An NYC tradition that never fails. If you're in the Times Square area or theater district this is definitely a place to try!
Mary Beth Nardone
1 review
★★★★★
2025-02-24
I went there(2/21/25) to meet a cousin and her daughter that I had never met before. They are from Ireland and I Am an adopted New Yorker. The staff were so kind and supportive of us as we chatted. The staff was attentive but also let us converse. The atmosphere was perfect.I honestly felt the space...
emma akopian
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-03-16
Anthony Dominguez
2 reviews
★☆☆☆☆
2025-03-22
i ordered takeout, then i changed my mind to get a table maybe 3 mins later after order was placed . they didnt let me get a table. Never seen this before and i traveled all over the world. terrible service.
Roman De Sade
2 reviews
★★★★★
2025-03-23
John’s Pizzeria of Times Square is one of those places that lives up to the hype. the vibe is fun and welcoming, and the space is surprisingly beautiful—think stained glass and high ceilings that make it feel more like a landmark than a pizza joint. The pizza? Genuinely great. Thin crust, fresh top...
Safari Lake
1 review
★☆☆☆☆
2025-03-29
The pizza was disgusting and so was the bread. The bread was cold and disgusting. The pizza was gross it was way too greasy and the pepperonis were thick and not cut thin enough. I do not recommend coming it’s a waste of time and money. The cups were dirty they looked unwashed. You had to pay 3 doll...
Meredith Lee
1 review
★★★★★
2025-04-18
I hadn’t been to John’s in a couple of years, but the pizza was just as great as I remembered. A photographer came by and took our photo for a free postcard - we liked the photo so much we bought a larger one, too!
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