Saba's Pizza – Italian
Saba’s Pizza serves as a flour-dusted sanctuary where the air is perpetually perfumed with the intoxicating scent of toasted garlic and bubbling mozzarella. Golden, thin-crust pies emerge from the oven with a signature char, offering a satisfying crunch that gives way to layers of vibrant tomato sauce and hand-stretched cheese. It is a lively, welcoming space where the rhythmic energy of the kitchen and the warmth of a shared slice create an atmosphere of pure, unpretentious comfort.
1217 Lexington Avenue +1-212-987-9130 https://www.sabaspizzanyc.com/Rating: 4.3/5 (870 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 7:45 PM
- Friday
- 11:00 AM - 5:30 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the exceptional pizza at this vibrant spot, highlighting the crispy, slightly charred crust and fresh ingredients. Standout slices include the square grandma pesto, the rich Vodka Rigatoni, and the Buffalo chicken, with guests noting the perfect sauce-to-cheese ratio even on delivery orders. While the space is intimate with minimal seating, reviewers praise the clean, lively atmosphere and friendly service, making it a top choice for both quick solo bites and catering large events.
Menu
Round Pies
Slice / Small Pie 14" / Large Pie 20"
- Plain Cheese: Saba's Classic Thin Crust New York City Pizza. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Margherita: Fresh Mozzarella, Fresh Basil & Plum Tomatoes. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- White: Ricotta, Pecorino Romano & Mozzarella Cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Vodka Sauce: Saba’s Homemade Vodka Sauce, Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano & Fresh Basil. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Mushroom: Plain cheese pie topped with fresh mushroom. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Olive: Green/Black Olive with Our Homemade Marinara Sauce & Mozzarella.
- Penne Vodka: Classic Pie Topped With Penne Pasta Cooked In Our Homemade Vodka Sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Baked Ziti: Classic Pie Topped With Baked Ziti Pasta. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- Pepperoni- Soy: Saba’s Classic Thin Crust, New York City Pizza Topped with Pepperoni. (Vegetarian)
- Eggplant Parm: Breaded & Sliced Eggplant, Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella & Fresh Basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vegetable: Fresh Olives, Mushrooms, Onions, Peppers, Broccoli, Spinach & Mozzarella.
Square Pies
Slice / Large Pie 20"
- Grandma: Thin & Crispy With Our Homemade Marinara Sauce Topped With Fresh Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano & Fresh Basil.
- Grandma Pesto: Thin & Crispy with Our Homemade Pesto Sauce Topped with Fresh Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano & Fresh Basil.
- Grandma Vodka: Thin & Crispy with Our Homemade Vodka Sauce Topped with Fresh Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano & Fresh Basil.
- Bruschetta: Chopped Tomatoes and Onion with Fresh Mozzarella.
- Mushroom/Ricotta: Fresh Mushroom, Ricotta & Mozzarella.
- Caramelized Onion/Ricotta: Caramelized Onion, Ricotta & Mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Bella: Spinach, Feta Cheese with Our Homemade Pesto Sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Artichoke Alfredo: Fresh artichoke topped with a rich creamy Alfredo sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Crustina: Slices of fresh mozzarella topped with slices of tomato and fresh basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Marinara: No Cheese- Pan pizza topped with our Homemade Marinara Sauce and fresh basil. (Dairy-Free)
- Fresca: No Cheese- Homemade Marinara Sauce with Roasted Eggplant, Zucchini and fresh chopped tomato. (Dairy-Free) Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Sicilian: Sicilian Style with our Homemade Marinara Sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb
- Saba's Sicilian: Our Classic Sicilian topped with Homemade Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella & Pecorino Romano. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fresh Mozzarella Sicilian: Fresh mozzarella topped with a sweet basil sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Pepperoni Sicilian: Sicilian Style with Our Homemade Marinara Sauce Topped with Pepperoni.
Bar Pies
Ultra Thin Crust
- Neapolitan: Saba's Classic Thin Crust Pizza. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- VIP Margarita: Buffalo Fresh Mozzarella, Fresh Basil & Sweet Plum Tomato Sauce.
- Bianca: Ricotta, Pecorino Romano & Mozzarella Cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Vodka Sauce: Saba’s Homemade Vodka Sauce, Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano & Fresh Basil. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Salad Pizza - $24: Classic thin crust topped with Saba's Chopped Salad. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Caprese: Buffalo Fresh Mozzarella, Sliced Tomato’s, Fresh Basil with olive oil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Mushroom: Classic plain cheese pie topped with fresh mushroom. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Eggplant Parm: Breaded & Sliced Eggplant, Marinara Sauce, Mozzarella & Fresh Basil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Pizza Primavera: Fresh Olives, Mushrooms, Onions, Peppers, Broccoli, Spinach & Mozzarella. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Salad
Add Mozzarella or Feta Cheese- Add Tuna
- House Salad: lettuce/tomato/onion/ cucumber/ Balsamic Vinaigrette or Italian dressing. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Saba’s Chopped Salad: lettuce/tomato/cucumber/onion/chickpea/black olive/red peppers/shredded mozzarella/Italian dressing. Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Caesar Salad: lettuce/croutons/parmesan cheese/Caesar dressing. Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory
- Greek Salad: lettuce/tomato/onion/cucumber/black olive/feta cheese/lemon vinaigrette. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Caprese salad: lettuce/fresh mozzarella/tomato/basil/balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Israeli Salad: tomato/cucumber/onion/lemon juice and olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb
Calzones
- Cheese Calzone Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Deep Fried Calzone Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Vegetable Calzone Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC
- Eggplant Parm Rolls Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Baked Ziti Roll
- Penne Vodka Roll Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Sides
Add Mozzarella Cheese
- Garlic Knots (4) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Soup of the Day Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Regular Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Spicy fries Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal, Slow-Carb
- Curly Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Sweet Potato Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Slow-Carb
- Mixed Fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Onion Rings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal
- Garlic Parmesan Fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced
- Bruschetta Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Homemade Mozzarella Sticks Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Pasta
- Spaghetti Marinara: Garlic plum tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Penne Garlic and Oil: Extra virgin olive oil and fresh garlic. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Penne a la Vodka: Pink vodka sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Penne Arrabiata: Spicy fri diavlo marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Pasta al Pesto: Garlic, olive oil and basil sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Spaghetti Luciano: White wine and garlic sauce topped with crushed red pepper and parmesan cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Penne Caprese: Fresh mozzarella in a sweet pomodoro sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Baked Ziti: Marinara sauce, ricotta, melted mozzarella cheese.
- Eggplant Parmesan: Baked eggplant layered with mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Vegetable Lasagna: Layers of vegetables with ricotta, mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce. Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- Pasta Primavera: Fresh assorted vegetables tossed in marinara or garlic and oil sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Whole Wheat Penne Pomodoro: 100% whole wheat with a sweet red sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium
Drinks
- Bottled Water
- Soda
- Powerade
- Juice
- Vitamin Water
- 2 Liter Soda
Frequently Asked Questions about Saba's Pizza
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Mixed Fruits, Sweet Plantains, and Guacamole Especial accommodate multiple diets including vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and plant-based.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Budget-conscious diners seeking quick solo bites, a lively atmosphere, and extensive dietary options including vegan, gluten-free, and keto-friendly Italian dishes.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the square grandma pesto, rich Vodka Rigatoni, and Buffalo chicken, which diners praise for their exceptional quality.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Expect an intimate, budget-friendly space rated 4.3/5 with minimal seating and popular dishes like the square grandma pesto and Vodka Rigatoni.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Saba's Pizza offers vegan Sweet Plantains and gluten-free Mixed Fruits, though the intimate space is best for catering large groups.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Rated 4.3/5, customers love the exceptional pizza's crispy charred crust, fresh ingredients, friendly service, and standout square grandma pesto and Vodka Rigatoni.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- Saba's Pizza is a welcoming, budget-friendly ($) spot with friendly service, though the intimate space offers minimal seating for families.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The hours of operation for Saba's Pizza are not specified in the provided restaurant data.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Saba's Pizza provides excellent value for money with a budget-friendly ($) price level and an average rating of 4.3/5.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Saba's Pizza is unique for its signature charred thin-crust pies, square grandma pesto, and offering over 40 diverse dietary options.
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