New York · Since 97
New York Pizza · The Meadows, Dubai
72-hour cold-proofed dough, made fresh daily, never frozen, the same recipe Frank has run at East Village Pizza NYC since 1997.
The Original East Village Pizza, As Seen In
A Slice of Perfection Since 97
72 Hours in the Making
Frank took over East Village Pizza in the heart of Manhattan in 2003, and the dough hasn't changed since. Every EVP Dubai pie follows the same 60–70% hydration, 72-hour cold-proof, and oven technique as the original NYC shop.
Why East Village Pizza
72-Hour Cold Ferment
Every batch of dough proofs cold for three full days before it ever sees the oven, at 60-70% hydration, the same process, on the same schedule, as the original NYC shop. Most pizzerias, including plenty of other shops calling themselves "New York style," skip this step in favor of same-day dough. We don't, and it shows in the crust.
A Vintage Baker's Pride Oven
We bake on the same style of gas deck oven Frank has used in Manhattan since 2003. It's slower and less forgiving than a modern conveyor oven: no belt, no timer doing the thinking for you, just direct heat and a baker who knows the oven's quirks. That's why the crust holds up whether it's a plain cheese slice or a fully loaded pie.
Double-Stacked, NYC Style
Our double-stacked pizza, two pies baked as one with a filling layered between them, is a signature East Village Pizza format carried over from the original Manhattan shop, not a Dubai-only gimmick. Both layers bake in the same 72-hour dough and the same oven as everything else on the menu.
A Licensed NYC Original
This isn't a new concept borrowing a name. It's East Village Pizza's first location outside New York, a licensed expansion of the shop Frank has run since 2003, using the exact same recipe and technique. Nothing about the process was simplified or adapted for a new market.
Our Signature Taste
Our Pistachio Pizza: The Dubai Royale
Stracciatella, pistachio cream, crushed pistachio, hot honey and Reggiano on 72-hour dough. Our own creation, made only at East Village Pizza Dubai.
Our Signature Tastes
SignatureDubai Royale
SignatureVillage Margherita
SignatureDubai Royale Stack
SignatureDouble Heat Stack
An East Village Original
Double-Stacked Pizza: Two Pies, Baked as One
Two full pizzas baked together with a filling between two layers of our 72-hour dough. Four versions in Dubai, straight from our Manhattan shop.
New York Pizza in The Meadows, Dubai
East Village Pizza Dubai is the first location the brand has opened outside New York, set inside The Meadows Village, the Emaar Malls community center anchored by Spinneys. It's a deliberate choice: a residential pocket of Dubai spanning The Meadows, The Springs, The Lakes, and Emirates Hills, with no craft or New York-style pizza brand currently operating from its own community mall.
The menu carries the same range as the Manhattan original: slices and whole pies by the 14-inch or 20-inch, signature pies like the Tartufo, Buffalo Ranch, and Dubai Royale, the double-stacked format the shop is known for, starters, dips, desserts, and a full drinks program. Every item, no matter how it's topped, starts from the same 72-hour cold-fermented dough and bakes in the same style of oven Frank installed in Manhattan in 2003.
Inside the Original: 145 1st Avenue, Manhattan
Frank Kabatas, owner since 2003
The daily lineup
Straight out of the Baker's Pride oven
A classic cheese pie
Fresh basil, finished after the bake
Building a pie by handPress Highlights
Three Ways to Get It
Dine In
Walk in whenever The Meadows Village is open. No reservation needed, seating is first come, first served, with parking available on-site.
Pickup
Order ahead and skip the wait. Pickup is available from opening day, right at the counter, for anything from a single slice to a group order.
Delivery
Talabat and Deliveroo cover The Meadows, The Springs, The Lakes, and Emirates Hills from day one, the same catchment the shop was built to serve.
Delivering Across The Meadows & Beyond
Searching for pizza near you in The Meadows? We're based in The Meadows Village, serving the surrounding villa communities by delivery and ready for walk-ins and pickup once we open.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is East Village Pizza Dubai authentic New York pizza?+
Yes. Our Dubai menu runs on the exact same dough recipe, 72-hour cold ferment, and oven technique as East Village Pizza in Manhattan. Nothing about the process changes between NYC and The Meadows.
What makes East Village Pizza Dubai's pizza different?+
The dough cold-ferments for 72 hours at 60–70% hydration, then bakes in a vintage Baker's Pride gas deck oven, the same equipment and technique East Village Pizza NYC has used since 2003.
Where is East Village Pizza in Dubai?+
We're in The Meadows Village, Al Thanyah Fourth, the Emaar Malls community center anchored by Spinneys, right next to Emirates International School.
Does East Village Pizza deliver in Dubai?+
Yes, order through Talabat or Deliveroo for delivery across The Meadows, The Springs, The Lakes, and Emirates Hills, or call ahead for pickup.
What hours is East Village Pizza Dubai open?+
Hours will be confirmed here and on our Google Business Profile ahead of opening day.
Do you sell pizza by the slice in Dubai?+
Yes, the full slice lineup, from the NYC Classic to specialty pies like the Tartufo and Dubai Royale, is available all day, alongside 14-inch and 20-inch whole pies.
What is East Village Pizza's double-stacked pizza?+
It's two full pies baked one on top of the other as a single pizza, a signature format from the original Manhattan shop, available in Dubai in Double Heat Stack, Double Pepperoni, Classic Duo, and Dubai Royale versions.
Does East Village Pizza deliver to The Springs, Dubai?+
Yes. The Springs is one of the villa communities we serve by delivery from The Meadows Village, alongside The Meadows, The Lakes, and Emirates Hills. Order through Talabat or Deliveroo once we're open, or call ahead for pickup.
Does East Village Pizza Dubai have a drinks menu?+
Yes, a full drinks program alongside the pizza: fresh juices, milkshakes, protein shakes, coffee, and specialty drinks like matcha latte and chai tea.
Is there pizza delivery in The Lakes, Dubai?+
Yes, The Lakes is within our Meadows-based delivery area, along with The Meadows, The Springs, and Emirates Hills. Order via Talabat or Deliveroo on opening day.
Is there parking at The Meadows Village?+
Yes, The Meadows Village has on-site visitor parking, so there's no need to circle the block before you walk in.
Do you deliver pizza to Emirates Hills, Dubai?+
Yes. Emirates Hills is part of our delivery catchment from The Meadows Village, along with The Meadows, The Springs, and The Lakes.
Do you have vegetarian pizza options?+
Yes, several pizzas and starters on the menu are vegetarian, including the NYC Classic, Village Margherita, and Quattro White, each marked with a vegetarian tag on the menu page.
Can I order for a group or event?+
Yes, catering-sized orders for offices or events are welcome. Mention the headcount when you call, and we'll walk you through pricing once the phone line is active.
From the Kitchen
What Is Double-Stacked Pizza? East Village Pizza's Signature Format, Explained
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Read MoreWhy We Cold-Ferment Our Dough for 72 Hours
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