A no-reservations coal-oven pizzeria housed in a converted 19th-century Gospel Tabernacle church that regularly draws weekend waits.
260 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036
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John's takes reservations only for parties of 10 or more; all smaller groups are seated first come, first served, according to the restaurant's official FAQ. That no-reservations policy for typical-sized groups is a major driver of the waits diners report, especially on weekend nights.
Diners commonly report 30-to-60-minute waits during peak hours, with one account citing about a 30-minute wait on a Friday night shortly after opening, and dinner-rush waits generally not exceeding 35 minutes, according to diner accounts compiled via search of restaurant review sites. The restaurant itself is a 400-seat former 19th-century church with soaring ceilings and stained glass, a draw that adds to the crowds waiting for a table.
Patterns as reported by press and regulars — not measured by damnlines.
Reservations: Reservations only for parties of 10+; smaller groups first come, first served.
Walk-ins: Yes, standard entry for parties under 10.
Diner reports range from about 30 minutes on a busy Friday night to 30-60 minutes during peak periods, with dinner-rush waits generally staying under 35 minutes.
Only for parties of 10 or more, per the restaurant's own FAQ; all smaller parties are seated first come, first served.
Yes, walk-ins are the standard way in for parties under 10, though a wait is common during peak hours.
Sources: John's Pizzeria NYC official FAQ · Tripadvisor