Overrated
Quite simply, John's is overrated, at least from the one time I ate there. Their nearly-burnt crust is good, but the sauce, cheese, and toppings are mediocre. There's better pizza in New York. The atmosphere is very hectic and crowded, which can be fun, but isn't much to crow about.    [06 Dec 1999 21:27:47]

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     ­The Cunctator   cunctator at kband dot com

John's Pizza
If you want something different than chewy cheesy pizza for a change than John's is the place to go. It's thin and deliciously crispy. I have never had a slice I didn't like. John's only uses fresh vegatables and they have a coal fired oven. Their other dishes are very good too; the ravioli is my favorite. Their motto is they don't sell slices so you do have to buy the whole pie, bring your appetite or your friends. Atmosphere is very pizza parlor-esque with booths, not fancy but quite enjoyable.    [16 Jul 2003 14:11:53]

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Recommended Dishes: Pizza or Ravioli

     ­Anonymous   

The Best Pizza in NY
My out-of-town family and friends rave about John's Pizza in the West Village. For a casual, inexpensive, and cozy place to eat delicious pizza, John's is the place to go. Excellent experience overall.    [17 Sep 2003 16:21:05]

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Recommended Dishes: pizza with meatballs

     ­Anonymous   

Great Thin Crust Pizza
Have eaten there and other locations several times over that last 20 years. One of the best Pizza in NYC. Even if you don't like thin crust pizza, you will love this one. First try the plain cheese then try one with some of your favorite toppings. The sauce is to die for. You could eat the whole pie yourself.    [18 Apr 2005 12:40:57]

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Recommended Dishes: Plain Cheese Pizza, salad and dressing

     ­vegaduse   

Yes Definitely Overrated.
Someone else described John's like this:

"Quite simply, John's is overrated, at least from the one time I ate there. Their nearly-burnt crust is good, but the sauce, cheese, and toppings are mediocre. There's better pizza in New York. The atmosphere is very hectic and crowded, which can be fun, but isn't much to crow about."

I agree with every word of this review; I could hardly have said it better.    [21 Jul 2005 17:45:41]

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Recommended Dishes: pizza

     ­Joe Freeman, a.k.a. Big Frankie DeBacle, borned and raised in Queens   

Great Pizza!
I've eaten at John's a few times, and I've always had an excellent experience there. The topping and cheese are fresh and excellent. I recommend the sausage and meatballs. The crust is crisp, but not too crisp. The sauce is fresh and delicous. The atmosphere is fantastic.    [24 Sep 2005 13:03:19]

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Recommended Dishes: meatballs, sausage, and fresh garlic

     ­Anonymous