Uncle Paul's Pizza
Pizza restaurant · 70 Vanderbilt Ave, New York, NY 10017, United States · United States
★ 4.5 on Google · 2,538 reviews · View on Google Maps
Manipulation score
CleanCompleted Jul 19, 2026 · 71 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.
Verdicts are statistical estimates based on public review patterns, not accusations. Full methodology, signal definitions and known limits →
Case conclusion
What the numbers say
999 reviews examined
- Google rating
- 4.5★
- Not-flagged average
- 4.6★
- Flagged
- 7%
- Coverage
- 39%
All reviews shown by Google
928 examined reviews
71 of 999
999 of 2,538 Google reviews
“Not flagged” means no configured Revdict signal matched; it does not prove a review is genuine. Data fetched Jul 19, 2026.
Review brief
What reviews not flagged by Revdict say
Uncle Paul's Pizza is a popular, casual neighborhood spot located near Grand Central Station. Reviewers frequently praise the venue for its authentic New York-style slices, flavorful sauce, and friendly service. While most patrons have positive experiences, a few report issues with inconsistent service or delivery delays.
+ Repeated strengths
Great Pizza Quality
Reviewers consistently praise the fresh ingredients, delicious sauce, and ideal thin crust with a good crunch.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2022-07-24
Perfectly crunchy thin crust. Amazing sauce! So good
5★ · 2026-07-07
Uncle Paul’s Pizza by Grand Central was one of the best quick meals I had in NYC. This is exactly the kind of place you hope to find when you want a real New York slice without overpaying. The sauce was the standout for me: bright, flavorfu...
Friendly and Welcoming Service
Many customers highlight the warm, welcoming, and attentive staff members.
2 supporting reviews
5★ · 2022-02-04
The BEST pizza in New York City, hands down. You have to try the buffalo chicken pizza - it will blow your mind. We had a group of 7 and we were able to sit down right away, grab some beers and order food. Sammy was AMAZING and the staff wa...
5★ · 2026-04-01
Very good reasonable priced pizza, with a handy location behind grand central.
Convenient Location
Reviewers appreciate the shop's close proximity to Grand Central Terminal, making it a great stop for travelers.
3 supporting reviews
5★ · 2022-02-09
Been here twice in 4 days for lunch. Excellent pizza, had lasagna and white pie. Very good. Add a glass of Italian wine and perfect quick, cheap lunch. Busy place. Very close to Grand Central Station.
5★ · 2022-04-13
Hidden gem about a block from Grand Central Station. My pepperoni pizza was fantastic! My wife and daughters had the Margarita pizza and said it was the best they had ever had. I had a cannoli for dessert and it was fresh stuffed. The st...
5★ · 2026-06-20
Great stop for pizza, right next to grand central. Lived getting off the train and grabbing a quick bite of good pizza to start my day trip NYC right!
− Repeated complaints
Inconsistent Service
A few reviewers report experiencing rude behavior or dismissive attitudes from certain staff members.
2 supporting reviews
1★ · 2023-06-13
My family and I came here craving pizza and were greeted with some very aggressive service. From the very beginning they started making my (hispanic) family feel like less and were very aggressive giving us our pizza. This was deemed as str...
1★ · 2025-10-28
Extremely arrogant service, I’m never going back there. It was my first time in New York and he was rude to me and my girlfriend, not giving us time to choose the pizzas and getting angry when we asked about the flavors.
Delivery Issues
Some customers mention canceled orders, missing items, or long delays when ordering through delivery apps.
3 supporting reviews
1★ · 2022-10-16
Very disappointed where uncle Paul's has gone. Pre covid I enjoyed many a slice from them but in the past year or two the quality of food has declined as has the service. I did a catering order from them and the food was blah and they could...
1★ · 2023-07-10
Tried to place an order through GrubHub, asked for it an hour later. The time for the delivery came and went and I contacted the restaurant to ask where it was. I was told that they were too busy to deliver and had rejected the order. They...
1★ · 2025-06-17
Pizza isn’t bad but if you consistently order from them they will mess up your order occasionally. I order from here several times a week for the past 8 or 9 months and every other week something is missing or it’s different from what I ord...
Greasy or Disappointing Slices
A small number of patrons found certain slices to be overly greasy, underwhelming, or lacking in freshness.
1 supporting review
2★ · 2026-05-27
Just had the worst pizza in have ever ate. First had a bad after taste. Second soggy oily pizza the oil just dripping off of it Third had like 6 pieces of pepperoni on it. Forth cheese did not taste like mozzarella. Fifth it costed almost $...
Good for
- A quick lunch or snack near Grand Central
- Authentic New York-style pizza by the slice
- Affordable casual dining with beer and wine options
Avoid if
- You require strict gluten-free safety or authentic gourmet gluten-free crusts
- You are relying on delivery apps for time-sensitive orders
- You prefer a quiet, spacious sit-down restaurant environment
Review anatomy
Reviews per month
| Month | Reviews | Flagged |
|---|---|---|
| Jan ’22 | 13 | 1 |
| Feb ’22 | 27 | 3 |
| Mar ’22 | 24 | 1 |
| Apr ’22 | 34 | 7 |
| May ’22 | 22 | 3 |
| Jun ’22 | 21 | 2 |
| Jul ’22 | 30 | 1 |
| Aug ’22 | 20 | 0 |
| Sep ’22 | 17 | 1 |
| Oct ’22 | 22 | 2 |
| Nov ’22 | 28 | 1 |
| Dec ’22 | 28 | 0 |
| Jan ’23 | 26 | 1 |
| Feb ’23 | 24 | 1 |
| Mar ’23 | 16 | 2 |
| Apr ’23 | 25 | 3 |
| May ’23 | 31 | 1 |
| Jun ’23 | 39 | 5 |
| Jul ’23 | 17 | 1 |
| Aug ’23 | 40 | 3 |
| Sep ’23 | 19 | 0 |
| Oct ’23 | 23 | 2 |
| Nov ’23 | 24 | 1 |
| Dec ’23 | 33 | 2 |
| Jan ’24 | 27 | 2 |
| Feb ’24 | 19 | 2 |
| Mar ’24 | 16 | 1 |
| Apr ’24 | 16 | 1 |
| May ’24 | 10 | 2 |
| Jun ’24 | 16 | 1 |
| Jul ’24 | 15 | 0 |
| Aug ’24 | 10 | 0 |
| Sep ’24 | 11 | 1 |
| Oct ’24 | 8 | 0 |
| Nov ’24 | 7 | 2 |
| Dec ’24 | 17 | 6 |
| Jan ’25 | 18 | 1 |
| Feb ’25 | 9 | 0 |
| Mar ’25 | 11 | 1 |
| Apr ’25 | 11 | 0 |
| May ’25 | 10 | 0 |
| Jun ’25 | 14 | 0 |
| Jul ’25 | 8 | 1 |
| Aug ’25 | 12 | 0 |
| Sep ’25 | 7 | 1 |
| Oct ’25 | 9 | 0 |
| Nov ’25 | 12 | 1 |
| Dec ’25 | 12 | 0 |
| Jan ’26 | 15 | 0 |
| Feb ’26 | 6 | 0 |
| Mar ’26 | 6 | 1 |
| Apr ’26 | 13 | 1 |
| May ’26 | 21 | 0 |
| Jun ’26 | 15 | 1 |
| Jul ’26 | 15 | 1 |
Rating distribution
Evidence
- burst 5 five-star reviews on 2022-04-10 vs avg 0.8/day weight 1
- low activity account 64 reviews flagged weight 0.8
- generic account 3 reviews flagged weight 1
Flagged reviews
Showing the 10 most suspicious of 71 flagged reviews.
Adam Jabri
1 review
★★★★★
2022-04-10
Wow! This place is great! The staff were super hospitable, and the pizza was delicious. We ordered the buffalo chicken and margarita, and it's unforgettable. Good drink choice as well! What a great pizza place, they were so nice.
Sarah Bowser
40 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2022-10-09
do bui
388 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-09-29
The food here exceeds expectations and this is my first experience. Our selections all showed freshness, good flavor and proper cooking technique. The service team showed great skill. This spot deserves recognition beyond standard ratings. Every detail here was well-executed.
Lloyd Holmes
240 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2025-11-08
The space feels welcoming from the moment you enter. They delivered our order quickly. The pricing remains competitive. The staff's professionalism was particularly impressive. I'm happy with this restaurant and think you'll be too.
Yas Jabri
9 reviews
★★★★★
2022-04-10
Excellent pizza, we tried the buffalo chicken and Margherita. We also had chicken wrap which was great. Staff was very hospitable and generous. Family friendly environment. Would definitely come up when in NYC
Hiba Ghalib
38 reviews · Local Guide
★★★★★
2022-04-10
My family and I spent just one night in NYC on a layover so the pressure to find a decent family restaurant late night on a Saturday was on. We hit the jackpot with Uncle Paul’s. We ordered a caprese salad, a large pizza and a chicken wrap. The space was comfortable and we were treated like family....
Uday Chavan
8 reviews
★★★★★
2022-04-10
Best pizza ever eaten in my life
Maya Jabri
8 reviews
★★★★★
2022-04-10
Definitely coming back next time I come to NYC!! Amazing New York style pizza and the staff was really nice! The Buffalo pizza was the BEST, so definitely a great experience, no regret
VirtualModz
2 reviews
★★★★★
2022-01-13
Pretty good pizza 🍕
Sammie Labrum
2 reviews
★★★★★
2022-02-07
Best pizza in NYC! And great people!
Report generated Jul 19, 2026. Reviews change — you can request a fresh investigation.
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