Paulie Gee's East Village Slice Shop update: ovens arriving, May opening eyed

Photos and reporting by Stacie Joy 

Work continues at Paulie Gee's East Village Slice Shop at First Avenue and Sixth Street, with a spring opening in sight. 

George Linn, the owner and operator of the outpost, invited EVG in for an update. (Linn has worked with Paulie Gee, aka Paul Giannone, and was the one who wanted to open a location of the pizzeria here, as we first reported.)

Linn said the dual PizzaMaster ovens are expected to arrive this coming week, following completion of the hood installation. After that: the black-and-white tile floor. 

The shop will run on an all-electric kitchen setup — no gas line (or ConEd approval) required. 

On the beverage side, expect Coca-Cola products, cold orange juice, and (pending approval) beer on tap. 

"We don't want to take customers away from [the International Bar] next door, we just want to have beer for our customers with their pizza," Linn said.

The space is taking shape with a 1970s rec-room feel — think wood paneling, avocado-green chairs and orange laminate — paired with updated lighting and sound. 

Seating will include three front booths, a handful of small tables and counter spots.

Linn also said they plan to display a vintage photo of the building, possibly from the 1930s... about 80 years before the previous tenant, Dunkin', moved in...

As for timing, they're aiming for a May opening, possibly sooner. 

Previously on EV Grieve: 

• Paulie Gee tells us more about his slice shop opening on 1st Avenue in the East Village