Lombardi's Pizzeria (first licensed U.S. pizzeria)

Lombardi's Pizzeria at 32 Spring Street is widely recognized as the first licensed pizzeria in the United States, tracing its business to Gennaro Lombardi's shop founded in 1905. The coal-oven pizza and historic claim have made Lombardi's a frequent subject of food writing, photography, and social-media posts about classic New York pizza. Images of its pizzas and storefront circulate often on culinary blogs and travel feeds.