Paulie Gee's Slice Shop – Italian
Stepping into this nostalgic time capsule feels like a journey back to the golden age of the New York slice shop, complete with wood-paneled walls, retro orange booths, and a buzzing, high-energy atmosphere. The air is thick with the aroma of bubbling mozzarella and charred dough as crispy, sesame-crusted slices and thick squares emerge from the ovens, often finished with a signature drizzle of spicy hot honey. It is a vibrant neighborhood haunt where the crunch of a perfectly baked crust meets the soulful warmth of classic Italian-American comfort.
110, Franklin Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11222 +1-929-337-6385 https://pauliegee.com/restaurant/paulie-gees-slice-shop/Rating: 4.5/5 (1863 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, high-protein, pescatarian, plant-based, low-sodium, low-fat, sugar-free, low-cholesterol, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:30 AM - 1:00 AM
What diners are saying
Diners celebrate this spot for its exceptional New York-style slices, with the "Hellboy" pizza frequently cited as a standout favorite alongside the flavorful Vodka slice and the crunchy Freddy Prince square. Guests appreciate the spacious, old-school pizzeria vibe, noting the quick service and clean, comfortable seating area perfect for enjoying a draught beer. While the vegan selection and punchy marinara sauce earn high praise, some reviewers emphasize the importance of consistency to maintain the high quality of their popular crusts and toppings.
Menu
- Cheese - $28: Mozzarella and tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- The Mootz - $33: Fresh mozzarella, fresh garlic, Pecorino Romano. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Pepperoni - $33: Cheese pie with pepperoni. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Sausage - $33: Cheese Pie with sweet Italian fennel sausage. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Hellboy® - $37: Our pepperoni pie with Mike’s Hot Honey. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Freddy Prinze - $35: Upside down Sicilian with fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, Pecorino Romano and a sesame seed bottom. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Hellboy² - $40: Upside down Sicilian with fresh mozzarella, tomato sauce, Pecorino Romano, Ezzo pepperoni, Mike’s Hot Honey and a sesame seed bottom. Dietary tags: High-Protein
- Vodka Pie - $35: Fresh and aged mozzarella and vodka sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Vegan Cheese - $40: Tomato sauce and Numu vegan mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Vegan Pepperoni - $38: Tomato sauce, Numu mozzarella, vegan parm and vegan pepperoni. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Vegan Vidalia Square - $40: Sicilian style with tomato sauce, Follow Your Heart vegan parm, and caramelized Vidalia onion. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Vegan Freddy Prinze - $42: Upside down Sicilian with Numu vegan mozzarella, Be-Hive vegan sausage, tomato sauce, Follow Your Heart vegan Parm, and a sesame seed bottom. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- L&B Spumoni - $4: The one and only spumoni ices from L&B Spumoni Gardens Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Lemon Ices - $40: A traditional lemony slice shop treat Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Paulie Gee's Slice Shop
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This casual, budget-friendly ($) slice shop features a nostalgic, high-energy atmosphere with retro orange booths and quick, old-school service.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- The price range at Paulie Gee's Slice Shop is budget-friendly ($), offering an affordable dining option for all of its customers.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant offers vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and high-protein options like Vegan Pepperoni, The Mootz, and Hellboy for mixed dietary needs.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Paulie Gee's Slice Shop has an overall average rating of 4.5/5 according to the restaurant's data and customer review summary.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- The restaurant offers a nostalgic, high-energy atmosphere with wood-paneled walls, retro orange booths, and a spacious, old-school pizzeria vibe.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular favorites include the Hellboy pizza, the flavorful Vodka slice, the crunchy Freddy Prince square, and the praised vegan selection.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- With a 4.5/5 rating, customers celebrate the Hellboy pizza, crunchy squares, and vegan options within a nostalgic, quick-service environment.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features 14 highlights including various pizza slices and squares, catering to 13 dietary categories like vegan and gluten-free.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This nostalgic pizzeria features a retro atmosphere, sesame-crusted dough, and signature hot honey-drizzled slices like the popular Hellboy and Freddy Prinze.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The restaurant is operational, as evidenced by its active website and descriptions of its current high-energy atmosphere and service.