Gemini in Google Maps recommended this popular tourist pizza spot — and it was better than expected
The article discusses the author's experience using AI Gemini in Google Maps to find a pizza spot in New York City. Despite initial skepticism about tourist recommendations, the author was pleasantly surprised by the quality of Joe's Pizza. The AI provided a well-organized list of pizza places, enhancing the dining experience.
- ▪The author is a New Yorker with a passion for finding the best pizza in the city.
- ▪Using Gemini in Google Maps, the author discovered Joe's Pizza, a popular tourist spot.
- ▪The AI categorized pizza recommendations into groups like 'Modern Champions' and 'Historical Icons'.
- ▪Joe's Pizza was described as the 'gold standard' for classic NYC slices.
- ▪The AI avoided suggesting chain restaurants, focusing instead on local favorites.
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AI Gemini in Google Maps recommended this popular tourist pizza spot — and it was better than expected Features By Elton Jones published 23 May 2026 Letting AI lead the way to my next slice When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Future) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter As a New Yorker who was born and raised in Queens, I quickly learned what separates a mediocre slice of pizza from a truly amazing one.Over the years, I’ve taken the train and bus just to fulfill my appetite by munching on a Grade A slice from the likes of Cuts & Slices, Macoletta and New Park Pizza.
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