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Authentic Neapolitan Pizza & Italian Cuisine
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CuisineItalian
Executive ChefPasquale Cozzolino - Rosario Procino
Price≈$60
Dress CodeSmart Casual
ServiceUpscale Casual
NoiseLively
CapacityMedium
50 Top Pizza
Opinionated About Dining

Ribalta serves Neapolitan pizza and Italian cooking at 48 E 12th St, with 50 Top Pizza placing it #5 in the USA in 2025.

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Address
48 E 12th St, New York, NY 10003
Phone
(212) 777-7781
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Ribalta restaurant in New York City, United States
About

50 Top Pizza #5 USA and #19 World

50 Top Pizza placed Ribalta #5 in the USA and #19 worldwide in 2025, then #8 in the USA in 2026. That sustained pizza recognition makes it a focused choice when pizza is the plan.

Margherita, Mr Purple, and Spaghettoni al Pomodoro

Margherita, Mr Purple, and Ribalta sit alongside Spaghettoni al Pomodoro and Rigatoni alla Carbonara. The kitchen’s frame is Neapolitan pizza and Italian cuisine, so mixed tables can stay within that lane.

Local sourcing with craft cocktails and beer

Local and organic sourcing apply to the food, with craft cocktails and beer for drinking. Lively, leisurely, upscale-casual service suits dinner plans built around a longer meal.

Signature Dishes
MargheritaMr PurpleRibaltaSpaghettoni al PomodoroRigatoni alla Carbonara

Cuisine and Awards Snapshot

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The record

Recognition history

Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.

  1. 50 Top Pizza USA #8

    50 Top Pizza

  2. Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Recommended

    Opinionated About Dining

  3. 50 Top Pizza USA #5

    50 Top Pizza

  4. 50 Top Pizza World Best Pizza #19

    50 Top Pizza

  5. Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Ranked #721

    Opinionated About Dining

  6. Opinionated About Dining Casual in North America Ranked #828

    Opinionated About Dining

At a Glance
Vibe
  • Lively
  • Elegant
  • Romantic
  • Energetic
Best For
  • Date Night
  • Group Dining
  • Celebration
  • Casual Hangout
Experience
  • Open Kitchen
  • Live Music
  • Standalone
Drink Program
  • Craft Cocktails
  • Beer Program
Sourcing
  • Local Sourcing
  • Organic
Dress CodeSmart Casual
Noise LevelLively
CapacityMedium
Service StyleUpscale Casual
Meal PacingLeisurely
Visit details

Current opening hours

Monday
12–10 PM
Tuesday
12–10 PM
Wednesday
12–10 PM
Thursday
12–10 PM
Friday
12 PM–12 AM
Saturday
12 PM–12 AM
Sunday
12–10 PM

Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .

Warm and inviting with whimsical decor including a black chandelier shaped like a cuttlefish; afternoon light floods the back room; lively atmosphere especially during evening service with DJ and saxophonist performances.