Frico on 2nd

On a stretch of Second Avenue where lunch crowds blur into evening strolls, Frico on 2nd offers a no-frills counter-service setup for pizza by the slice or whole pies. They handle takeout as efficiently as dine-in, with outdoor seating for anyone preferring a sidewalk table. The menu leans into comfort food basics—think quick bites that don’t require a long wait, plus desserts for those ending a meal on something sweet. Catering orders are also available, though the focus stays on the daily flow of solo diners and small groups grabbing lunch or dinner without ceremony.

The address, 1319 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10021, places it among the Upper East Side’s mix of residential brownstones and low-key storefronts. Questions about large orders or today’s specials can go to (646) 476-2211, though the map will answer most logistical ones. Some places try to be everything; this one just serves pizza and moves on.