Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen – Polk St Menu – Houston, TX

Type : Italian restaurant

Location : Houston, TX

Russo’s New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen – Polk St. is your ultimate pizzeria in Houston, TX. We’re proud to offer an extensive menu of Italian favorites sure to please every member of the family. Whether you like mouthwatering New York-style pizza, tender pasta, crisp salads, or delectable calzones, our menu is sure to fit the bill. All of our dishes are made fresh to order from our family recipes. At our pizzeria, you’ll discover a fast, casual environment and extraordinary customer service. We offer options for dining in, taking out, and catering. Stop by today or call us for a catering order.

Casual chain serving pizza along with soups, sandwiches & pastas. Based on 351 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 3.9 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery

Russo's New York Pizzeria & Italian Kitchen - Polk St 77002

Address:
604 Polk St, Houston, TX 77002

Phone: (713) 759-9800

Website: https://www.nypizzeria.com/locations/downtown

Hours

Wednesday 11 AM–6 PM
Thursday 11 AM–6 PM
Friday 11 AM–8 PM
Saturday 11 AM–8 PM
Sunday Closed
Monday 11 AM–6 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–6 PM

Menu

Salads
ARUGULA SALAD
(Entrèe) Fresh arugula and shaved Pecorino Romano cheese tossed in a light lemon and Sicilian extra-virgin olive oil dressing. (265 cal)
MEDITERRANEAN
(Side/Entrèe) Crunchy fresh garden vegetables, pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, Dolce Gorgonzola cheese, pepperoncinis, and Romaine lettuce lightly tossed with Russo’s balsamic vinaigrette dressing. (330–540 cal)
CUCUMBER & FETA
Sliced organic cucumbers with feta cheese, juicy Roma tomatoes, onions, rich Kalamata olives, and fresh garlic, tossed with Sicilian extra-virgin olive oil. (190/380 cal)
PISTACHIO PESTO CHICKEN
(Entrèe) Campanelle pasta, grilled chicken, Kalamata olives, red onions, Roma tomatoes, cucumbers, Pecorino Romano cheese, and fresh arugula in Russo’s homemade pistachio pesto sauce. (1130 cal)
CHICKEN AVOCADO
(Entrèe) Grilled chicken, Romaine lettuce, sliced avocado, arugula, cucumber, Kalamata olives, Roma tomatoes, garden vegetables, feta cheese, and pepperoncini. Served with honey mustard dressing. (770 cal)
INSALATA DE LA CASA
Red onions, bell peppers, Roma tomatoes, organic cucumbers, red cabbage, black olives, and crisp Romaine lettuce with your choice of dressing. (130–375 cal)
CAESAR
(Side/Entrèe) Crisp romaine lettuce, croutons, and Pecorino Romano cheese, lightly tossed in Russo’s homemade Caesar anchovy dressing. (480–740 cal)
GREEK
(Side/Entrèe) Garden-fresh vegetables, Kalamata olives, and fresh Romaine lettuce sprinkled with feta cheese and Russo’s balsamic vinaigrette dressing. (240–340 cal)
Soups
TOMATO BASIL
Roasted Roma tomatoes and fresh basil, simmered in a creamy tomato bisque. (290–560 cal)
TORTELLINI BRODO
(Cup/Bowl) Cheese tortellini, grilled chicken, vine-ripened Roma tomatoes,and fresh spinach stewed in a light chicken broth. (160–320 cal)
VEGAN MINESTRONE
(Cup/Bowl) Fresh garden vegetables, cannellini beans, and penne pasta, in a savory vegetable broth. (90–160 cal)
SOUP & SALAD COMBO
Your choice of soup and a side Greek or house salad. (220–770 cal)
Appetizers
CAULIFLOWER FRITTI
Fresh cauliflower, lightly battered and fried. Served with a side of Russo’s homemade marinara sauce. (416 cal)
EAST COAST CALAMARI
Fresh calamari lightly coated with seasoned flour and fried to a crisp golden brown. Served with Russo’s homemade marinara sauce. (610 cal)
MOZZARELLA FRITTI (8 Pcs)
Fresh-cut Wisconsin mozzarella, lightly breaded and fried to a golden brown. Served with Russo’s homemade marinara sauce. (1,650 cal)
JUMBO LIBERTY WINGS (5/10 Pcs)
Jumbo wings baked or fried. Flavors: lemon pepper, garlic parmesan, or spicy hot buffalo. (425–530 cal)
INSALATA CAPRESE
Perfectly ripened Roma tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and garden-fresh basil, drizzled with balsamic glaze and Sicilian extra-virgin olive oil. (900 cal)
RUSSO’S HOMEMADE MEATBALLS
Two large beef and veal homemade Italian-style meatballs in Russo’s Chianti-braised meat sauce. (490 cal)
TRUFFLE GARLIC KNOTS
Hand-knotted pizza dough tossed with Sicilian extra-virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, and Pecorino Romano cheese. Served with a side of Russo’s homemade marinara sauce. (1,070 cal)
ITALIAN GARLIC BREAD
Our traditional family recipe. With cheese add $2. (780–980 cal)
POMODORO BRUSCHETTA
Roma tomatoes, fresh garlic, Pecorino Romano cheese, Sicilian extra-virgin olive oil, and fresh basil. (164 cal)
New York Pizzas
RUSSO’S HOMEMADE SIGNATURE PIZZA SAUCES
– Russo’s Classic NY Pizza Sauce (5/15/40 cal) – Sicilian Olive Oil Garlic Sauce (50/100/240 cal) – Truffle Mushroom (35/70/170 cal) – Fig Spread (46/105/220 cal) – Basil Pesto (60/120/290 cal) – Alfredo Sauce (50/100/230 cal)
TRADITIONAL TOPPINGS
– Extra Mozzarella (45/90/220 cal) – Feta Cheese (15/20/40 cal) – Pecorino Romano (10/20/30 cal) – Canadian Bacon** (5/10/20 cal) – Italian Beef** (20/20/45 cal) – Crumbled Sausage**(20/20/50 cal) – Sliced Sausage** (25/45/110 cal) – Pepperoni** (…
PREMIUM TOPPINGS
– Fresh Mozzarella (35/70/70 cal) – Ricotta Cheese (20/25/60 cal) – Dolce Gorgonzola Cheese (35/50/120 cal) – Goat Cheese (10/25/60 cal) – Grilled Chicken** (10/15/40 cal) – Sliced Meatballs (30/60/70 cal) – Prosciutto di Parma (15/25/60 cal) – …
BUILD YOUR OWN PIZZA
(select your crust + sauce + toppings | Calorie count listed per slice.) GIANT SLICE Cheese only. (870 cal) MEDIUM 12 INCH Cheese only. + Cauliflower Crust + Gluten-free Crust Serves 2 (120 cal) LARGE 16 INCH Cheese only. Serves 4 (240 cal) LA…
PIZZA ROSSO
Traditional homemade marinara sauce and Russo’s own pizza sauce-based pizzas. Calories count listed per slice: 12″ / 16″ / 28″ DOPPIO PEPPERONI™ Jalapeño peppers, double pepperoni, ricotta cheese, Russo’s pizza sauce, and Wisconsin mozzarella. (…
PIZZA BIANCA
Sicilian extra-virgin olive oil, garlic sauce, pesto sauce, and balsamic glaze-based pizzas. Calories count listed per slice: 12″ / 16″ / 28″ MARGHERITA Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, Wisconsin mozzarella, and Sicilian extra-virgin olive oil…
PIZZA TOSCANA
Authentic Italian-inspired pizzas from Tuscany. Calories count listed per slice: 12″ / 16″ / 28″ BUFALINA Truffle olive oil sauce, fresh mozzarella, Prosciutto di Parma, and fresh arugula. (160–320 cal) TRUFFLE MUSHROOM Fresh Portabella mushroom…
Authentic Italian Pastas
Classic Pastas
Popular dishes originating from Chef Anthony Russo’s own family recipes. Pasta Add-Ons (additional charge) Grilled Chicken (120 cal) Italian Sausage (200 cal) Meatballs (180 cal) Fresh Mozzarella (340 cal) Fresh Gulf Shrimp 6pcs (118 cal) Fresh Bl…
Pasta Al Forno
Handmade Italian pastas finished by baking in the oven. EGGPLANT PARMESAN Fresh eggplant stacked with fresh basil, Wisconsin mozzarella cheese, Pecorino Romano cheese and Russo’s homemade marinara sauce. Baked and served over fresh spaghetti. (1,…
Calzones
CREATE YOUR OWN
Choose up to 3 toppings of your choice. We’ll add Wisconsin mozzarella. (920–1,680 cal) +.75 per extra topping
STROMBOLI CALZONE
Pepperoni, Italian sausage, fresh mushrooms, black olives, bell peppers, Wisconsin mozzarella, and Russo’s pizza sauce. (1,250 cal)
NEW YORK CALZONE
Ricotta cheese, Canadian bacon, and Wisconsin mozzarella. (1,210 cal)
DOPPIO PEPPERONI CALZONE
Ricotta, pepperoni, jalapeño, and Wisconsin mozzarella cheese. Served with Russo’s marinara sauce. (1,280 cal)
Sandwiches
CLASSIC ITALIAN DELI
Prosciutto, Soppressata di salami, mortadella ham, provolone cheese, Romaine lettuce, red onions, and Roma tomatoes with olive dressing. (1,190 cal)
MEATBALL PARMESAN
Homemade beef and veal Italian meatballs, Russo’s Chianti-braised meat sauce, and Wisconsin mozzarella. (1,100 cal)
CHICKEN PARMESAN
Breaded chicken breast, Russo’s marinara sauce, sweet basil, and Wisconsin mozzarella. (1,090 cal)
CHICKEN PORTABELLA
Flamed-grilled chicken sautéed with fresh spinach, Portabella mushrooms, Sicilian extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, and Wisconsin mozzarella. (1,300 cal)
PROSCIUTTO & TRUFFLE BURRATA
Prosciutto di Parma and black truffle burrata topped with fresh arugula and drizzled with Sicilian extra-virgin olive oil. (1,227 cal)
HALF SANDWICH & SALAD COMBO
Your choice of sandwich with a side Greek or house salad. (675–1,375 cal)
Chef Russo Specialties
TRUFFLE MUSHROOM CAMPANELLE
Campanelle pasta and Portabella mushrooms tossed in a truffle mushroom cream sauce and topped with Pecorino Romano cheese and arugula. (710 cal)
CHICKEN MARSALA
Chicken breast sautéed with Portabella mushrooms in Marsala wine, over fresh fettuccine. (864 cal)
CHICKEN PICCATA
Fresh chicken breast sautéed with Portabella mushrooms, capers, and sun-dried tomatoes in white wine lemon garlic sauce, over fresh fettuccine. (940 cal)
SHRIMP FRA DIAVOLO
Jumbo Gulf shrimp sautéed with spicy hot marinara sauce and fresh basil on a generous portion of fresh angel hair pasta. (890 cal)
SHRIMP SCAMPI
Jumbo Gulf shrimp sautéed with Pinot Grigio lemon and garlic sauce, capers, and sun-dried tomatoes over mafaldine pasta. (620 cal)
SHRIMP ROSSO
Jumbo Gulf shrimp with prosciutto, onions, sherry wine, and tomato cream sauce with mafaldine pasta. (990 cal)
Kids
KIDS GIANT SLICE OF PIZZA
With one topping of your choice. (870–990 cal)
BUILD YOUR OWN PASTA
Choose a pasta: angel hair, spaghetti, fettuccine, penne | Choose a sauce: meat sauce, alfredo, marinara, extra-virgin olive oil | Add-ons: meatballs, garden vegetables, grilled chicken. (70-290 cal)
Desserts
TRUFFLE CHOCOLATE CAKE
Our colossal chocolate cake is crafted with layers of dark, moist chocolate and a silky truffle chocolate filling. (680 cal)
ITALIAN CREAM CAKE
Sweet cream cake with coconut, pecans, and cream cheese frosting. (820 cal)
RED VELVET CAKE
Red velvet cake layered with chocolate ganache filling, and frosted with a tangy cream cheese icing. (1,000 cal)
CARROT CAKE
Studded with raisins, walnuts, and pineapple, finished with a smooth cream cheese icing. (540 cal)
ITALIAN CANNOLI
An Italian handcrafted pastry shell filled with fresh ricotta cheese and chocolate. (374 cal)
RUSSO’S TIRAMISÙ
House-made with ladyfingers soaked in espresso and Kahlua, layered with fresh mascarpone cheese. (492 cal)
NEW YORK CHEESECAKE
Creamy and smooth, made in New York! (480 cal)

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Reviews

Blake P
Russo’s certainly has a large menu with many choices that can make anyone in your group. I went with a make your own calzone and it was an overall good calzone. Next time I will try some of the pastas or subs that looked very good.

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Jonathan Zapata
Walked in for a casual lunch and had a great experience. Employees were friendly, helpful, and provided excellent customer service. I went with a build your own slice.

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Manu chaudhary
We ordered pasta and bruschetta. Food is ok but overpriced for the quality.

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Tim Bachmann
Went with a group of friends and the food was great and the prices were very reasonable for a big city. The calzone was awesome.

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Ron C
This place is expensive for lunch if you get the pasta. And they guilt tip you. If you dont tip for an already $20 lunch with no drink they will give you small amount of pasta that is super salty. Maybe if you stick to the pizza menu you will be okay but anything else this place is not worth it. I will not be going here anymore

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Rick R
Stop by for lunch and was odd to hear they didn’t have any utensils so had to use plastic. 12 30 lunchtime

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Bill
Thank goodness this pizza spot was open after 6pm. Seems like every thing downtown closes early as they must focus on local business traffic. That was good news for me as I really enjoyed the Biaca (sp?) slice. Beer was tasty but I forget the name. Mozzarella sticks were good and plentiful. Not very busy on a weeknight so you’ll quickly get a table. Place was clean and service was friendly.

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texas teacher
We had lunch here today and it was delicious pizza the waitress was very accommodating and it was a relaxed atmosphere.

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ashly huckell
Had a great grease pizza. The ladies that work there were so sweet. They need security for them though. During our visit a homeless man ran in and stole their tips. So sad.

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Dave Hoppe
It’s a decent enough place to go for lunch downtown but the midtown one is better for atmosphere and quality.

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