Kesté, Pizzeria in Manhattan, US.
Kesté is a pizzeria in Manhattan that makes Neapolitan-style pizzas using imported ingredients. The menu features classic toppings like tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, and seasonal vegetables.
The place opened in 2009 and introduced authentic Neapolitan pizza-making methods to New York City. This arrival marked a turning point for how people in the city could experience traditional Italian pizza.
The place honors Italian traditions through hands-on pizza-making that follows Neapolitan methods, which you can see in how ingredients are selected and prepared. Visitors watch the care taken in each step of the dough and sauce preparation.
The place is open from 5 PM to 9 PM Sunday through Wednesday and stays open until 11 PM Thursday through Saturday. Plan your visit around these times, since hours change depending on the day of the week.
The signature Montanara dish features lightly fried dough, house-made tomato sauce, and imported smoked buffalo mozzarella. This preparation shows a different side of how the kitchen approaches pizza-making beyond the standard offerings.
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