San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina

1559 2nd Ave, New York
(212) 861-2434

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Mozzarella Di Bufala Caprese
Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina
Crocchette Di Patate
Burrata & Prosciutto
Prosciutto E Bufala
Prosciutto Y Burrata
Prosciutto & Bufala
Buffalo Mozzarella
San Matteo Burger
Regina Margherita

Menu

Most Popular
Polpette Al Sugo
Three pieces. Meatballs in tomato sauce.
Insalata Di Rugola
Baby arugula with cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, and goat cheese. Comes with reduced balsamic vinaigrette.
Fusilli al Ragu
Fusilli pasta, short rib ragu, and ricotta salata.
Prosciutto and Bufala Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, basil, prosciutto di parma, and parmigiano reggiano.
Di Polla Calzoni
Buffalo mozzarella, tomato sauce, buffalo ricotta, sopressata, basil, and pecorino romano.

Antipasti
Polpette Al Sugo
Three pieces. Meatballs in tomato sauce.
Mozzarella Di Bufala Caprese
Buffalo mozzarella served with cherry tomatoes, oregano, and basil.
Bufala Prosciutto
Prosciutto di Parma, buffalo mozzarella, fresh ricotta, olives and roasted red peppers.
Burrata Antipasti
Creamy centered mozzarella served with arugula, Castelvetrano olives, and cherry tomatoes.
Parmigiana Di Melenzane
Layers of eggplant in tomato sauce with mozzarella and parmigiana reggiano.
Smoked Mozzarella Carrozza
Lightly fried panko bread stuffed with smoked mozzarella with a side of tomato sauce.
Smoked Mozzarella Carrozza (3 pcs)
Lightly fried panko bread stuffed with smoked mozzarella with a side of tomato sauce.
Arancini
Three pieces. Rice balls stuffed with spicy salami and mozzarella.
Crocche Di Patate
Three pieces. Potato croquet stuffed with mortadella and smoked mozzarella.
Prosciutto Antipasti
Creamy centered mozzarella served with arugula, Castelvetrano olives, and cherry tomatoes.

Taglieri
Taglieri Della Casa
Prosciutto di parma, buffalo mozzarella, buffalo ricotta, eggplant caponata, and marinated zucchini.
Taglieri Di Salumi
Prosciutto di parma, mortadella, speck, and meat choice.
Taglieri Di Formaggi
Parmigiano reggiano, sicilian primo sale, buffalo ricotta, and cheese choice. Served with truffle homey and fig jam.

Insalate
Insalata Di Rugola
Baby arugula with cherry tomatoes, pine nuts, and goat cheese. Comes with reduced balsamic vinaigrette.
Insalata Mista
Spring mix, cherry tomatoes, and Castelvetrano olives. Comes with reduced balsamic vinaigrette.
Rugola and Bresaola
Dried cured filet mignon, squeezed lemon, shaved parmigiano reggiano, and arugula. Comes with reduced balsamic vinaigrette.
Insalata Di Scarole
Escarole, marinated eggplant, capers, gorgonzola cheese, and Gaeta olives. Comes with reduced balsamic vinaigrette.
Insalati Di Spinaci
Baby spinach, pears, walnuts, and pecorino cheese. Comes with reduced balsamic vinaigrette.

Pasta
Fusilli al Ragu
Fusilli pasta, short rib ragu, and ricotta salata.
Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina
Gnocchi pasta, tomato sauce, parmigiano reggiano, and mozzarella.
Paccheri Alla Matrician
Paccheri pasta, pancetta, onions, tomato sauce, and pecorino romano.
Tagliatelle al Porcini Cartoccio
Fettuccini pasta, porcini mushrooms, and burrata wrapped in a foil envelope.
Spaghetti Cartoccio
Spaghetti pasta, cherry tomatoes, mixed mushrooms, zucchini, and pesto sauce. Topped with burrata wrapped in a foil envelope.
Cavatelli Asparagi e Speck
Cavatelli pasta, asparagus, smoked prosciutto, and ricotta salata.
Rigatoni Alla Bolognese
Rigatoni pasta in a beef bolognese sauce.
Penne Con Melenzane
Penne pasta, tomato sauce, eggplant, mozzarella, and parmigiano reggiano.
Homemade Ravioli
Ravioli pasta stuffed with spinach and buffalo ricotta. Served in a blush sauce.
Spaghetti Pomodoro
Tomato sauce, parmigiano, basil, and extra vergin olive oil.

Pizze Rosse
Prosciutto and Bufala Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, basil, prosciutto di parma, and parmigiano reggiano.
Regina Margherita Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, basil, buffalo mozzarella, and parmigiano reggiano.
Capricciosa Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, parma ham, black olives mushrooms, and parmigiano reggiano.
Diavola Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, spicy sopressata, and parmigiano reggiano.
Cotto and Bufala Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, basil, parma ham, and parmigiano reggiano.
Vestuti Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, sausage, mozzarella, and basil.
Paesana Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, eggplant cubes, and basil.
Cetara Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, capers, dried oregano, black olives, sicilian anchovies, and basil.
Contadina Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, and mushrooms.
Mariconda Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, basil, pancetta, parmigiano reggiano, and pecorino romano.
Marina Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, basil, garlic, dried oregano, capers, black olives, and Sicilian anchovies.
Margherita Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, mozzarella, and basil.
Napoletana Pizza Rosse
Tomato sauce, basil, garlic, and dried oregano.

Pizze Bianche
Quattro Formaggi Pizze Bianche
Mozzarella, gorgonzola, Swiss emmental, and provolone.
Cilentana Pizze Bianche
Smoked buffalo mozzarella, potatoes, and sausage.
Minala Pizze Bianche
Mozzarella, Amalfi red and yellow cherry tomatoes, basil, and olive oil. Topped with burrata cheese.
Tartufata Pizze Bianche
Mozzarella, truffle pate, prosciutto di parma, and parmigiano reggiano.
Patate and Porcini Pizze Bianche
Mozzarella, potatoes, parmigiano reggiano, and porcini mushrooms.
Burrata Pizze Bianche
Burrata cheese, cherry tomatoes, pancetta, and basil.
Porcini Tartufo Pizze Bianche
Mozzarella, porcini mushrooms, parmigiano reggiano, and truffle oil.
Pizza Roll
Olive oil, prosciutto di parma, buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and baby arugula rolled in a Pizza Crust.
Salsiccia and Friarieli Pizze Bianche
Mozzarella, sausage, and broccoli rabe.
Arechi Pizze Bianche
Smoked mozzarella, pancetta, and butternut squash.
Primavera Pizze Bianche
Mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, arugula, and parmigiano reggiano.
De Luca Pizze Bianche
Mozzarella, escarole, and speck.
Cacio e Pepe Pizze Bianche
Dry cured pancetta, caciocavallo cheese, and cracked pepper.
Foccacia Pizze Bianche
Centenario Pizze Bianche
Sliced san marzano tomatoes, smoked mozzarella di bari, and 'nduja salami di reggio calabria.
Siberiano Pizze Bianche
Buffalo mozzarella, mushrooms, sausage, and basil.

Panuozzi
Ortolano
Mozzarella, grilled eggplant, roasted peppers, and baby arugula.
Al Crudo
Parma ham, buffalo mozzarella, baby arugula, and cherry tomatoes.
Prosciutto Bufalina and Peperoni
Prosciutto di parma, buffalo mozzarella, and roasted peppers.
Al Cotto
Prosciutto cotto and smoked mozzarella.
Salsiccia and Friarielli
Mozzarella, sausage, and broccoli rabe.
Di Bartolomei
Mozzarella, sliced roast pork, and baby arugula.
Caprese
Mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.

Calzoni
Di Polla Calzoni
Buffalo mozzarella, tomato sauce, buffalo ricotta, sopressata, basil, and pecorino romano.
Z Tonino Calzoni
Mozzarella, ricotta, mortadella, and sopressata.
Ripieno Calzoni
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, buffalo ricotta, parma ham, and salami.
Masaniello Calzoni
Mozzarella, tomato sauce, mushrooms, basil, parma ham, and parmigiano reggiano.
Salernitano Calzoni
Mozzarella, marinated escarole, anchovies, black olives, and capers.

Main
Pollo Parmigiana
Chicken cutlet, tomato sauce, mozzarella, and parmigiano reggiano.
Pollo Sfizioso
Chicken cutlet, mozzarella, baby arugula, cherry tomatoes, parmigiano reggiano, and pesto sauce.
Tagliata Di Manzo
dry aged Pat La Frieda Rib Eye Steak served with baby arugula and parmigiano Reggiano
San Matteo Burger
Piemonte beef, quadrelo di bufala, carmelized onion, radicchio, smoked bacon, potato wedges, and pizza bun.
Fresco Burger
Pat la frieda blend, stracciatella cheese, baby arugula, and sun-dried pepper spread.

Cortini
Broccoli Rabe
Broccoli rabe sauteed with garlic and oil.
Cavoletti Speck e Asiago
Brussels sprouts, smoked prosciutto, and asiago cheese.
Zucchine Alla Scapece
Marinated pan fried zucchini, evoo, red wine vinegar, and mint.
Melenzane a Funghetto
Pan fried eggplant and tomato sauce.

Dry Aged Meats
Ribeye Bone In (30 oz)
45 day dry aged pat la frieda rib-eye. Served with broccoli rabe.
Tomahawk (40 oz)
45 day dry aged pat la frieda tomahawk rib-eye served with baked pasta, asparagus, guanciale, and roasted potatoes.
Tagliata Di Manzo
Dry aged pat la Frieda rib-eye served with baby arugula, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and cherry tomatoes.

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Recent Reviews

A friend who lived in Milan for nearly ten years told me San Matteo makes his favorite pizza in New York City. Having lived here since I was 18 (other than seven years), I was shocked I'd never been. I corrected that in 2023, and I will forever be grateful to my friend for making me aware of this restaurant. Because, yes, and of course, it's about the food. It's also about the exceptional staff in the kitchen and in table service. From whoever greets you, seats...
July 2025
Pizza buona ma non buonissima. Della Mozzarella di bufala ( 4 $ in più ) neanche l'ombra... quindi consiglio una margherita normale. Personale tutto straniero. Nessun italiano.
April 2025
A friend who once lived in Milan (and now lives in Manhattan told me the best pizza in NYC is at San Matteo. I was born in the city and have lived more than half my life here. How I never ate at San Matteo until March 1st 2023 is anyone's guess. And what I thought was the best pizza in the city (Di Fara's in Brooklyn, which closed for good 2022) was replaced. The Vesuti was perfect. Crust, sauce, basil, cheese, ground sausage. Together, the pie was a textural and flavor...
March 2025

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San Matteo Pizzeria e Cucina

1559 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10028
(212) 861-2434