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New York Pizza on Massachusetts Avenue is a family-run operation that traces its lineage back to New York City, where founder Jimmy learned traditional pizza-making before relocating to Boston over 40 years ago with his wife Persefoni. The shop trades in New York-style slicesโlarge format pies that reflect the recipes and techniques Jimmy brought north. Beyond pizza, the menu spans homemade sauce-based pasta dishes, grinders, and salads. The operation has since expanded to three locations (Central Square in Cambridge, South End, and Theatre District), but this Massachusetts Avenue spot remains the original. Service emphasizes straightforward hospitality; the website notes the staff aims to accommodate customers whether stopping in during lunch, evening service, or late night.