November 18, 2024 | Jesse Singer

Have You Eaten At One Of The 50 Best Pizza Restaurants In America?


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You know what they say about pizza? There's no such thing as bad pizza—because even the worst pizza is still good. We aren't sure we completely agree with that statement. But one thing we do know is that if you visit any of the 50 pizzerias on this list, you will be having some of the best pizza you've ever had in your life.

The well-respected pizza aficionados at 50 Top Pizza have once again released their ranking of the Top 50 Pizzerias across America. How many have you been to?

50: Angeli’s Pizzeria & San Matteo

The only tie on the list is at #50 with Angeli’s Pizzeria in Baltimore, Maryland and San Matteo in Manhattan—they were both too good to leave either off the list.

Close up view of a Margherita Neapolitan style pizzaDavide Zanin Photography, Shutterstock

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49: Marco’s Coal Fired

They do delicious wood-fired Neapolitan pizza at this Denver, Colorado pizzeria.

Exterior of Marco's Coal-Fired Pizzeria in DenverAnne G, Flickr

48:  Si Cara

You'll find this welcoming pizza restaurant in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Si Cara Pizza Restaurant Exterior Cambridge, MATodd Van Hoosear, Flickr

47: Coda Di Volpe

This restaurant in Chicago, Illinois does great pasta along with their authentic and certified Neapolitan pizzas.

Pizza Placed on Brown Wooden BoardBrett Jordan, Pexels

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46: Penelope Pizza

You'll find Neapolitan, New York-style, and other pizza varieties at this location in Tucson, Arizona.

Photo of Of Person Holding Sliced PizzaHorizon Content, Pexels

45: Double Zero Pie & Pub

Named after the double zero flour they use to make their dough, this pizza place can be found in the heart of Las Vegas' Chinatown.

Person Holding Whole Pan of Baked PizzaWillo M. Pexels

44: Pizzeria Florian

You'll find this joint in East Aurora, New York—and inside, you'll find yummy, classic wood-fired oven Neapolitan pizza.

Photo of Pepperoni Pizza Placed on a Wooden TableBeqa Tefnadze, Pexels

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43: Pizza Baby

In Charlotte, North Carolina, you'll discover this great pizza restaurant that uses seasonal, farm, and garden ingredients as well as artisanal cheeses and cured meats.

Pepperoni Pizza on White Plate Placed on a Wooden TablePixabay, Pexels

42: Truly Pizza

Sit on the gorgeous patio just blocks from the beach in Dana Point, California and enjoy a classic or focaccia-style pizza.

Young Woman in Purple Top Eating PizzaAndrea Piacquadio, Pexels

41: Posto

You can always find a good white or red pizza in Somerville, Massachusetts—as long as Posto is around.

Pizza On White Plate Placed on a Wooden TableEngin Akyurt, Pexels

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40: Pomo

Get fresh pasta and delicious thin crust pizza at Pomo in Scottsdale, Arizona.

Women taking piece of pizza with tomatoes and cheeseKaterina Holmes, Pexels

39: Pasquale Jones

Just on the outskirts of New York's Little Italy is Pasquale Jones. They don't do a lot of different kinds of pizza, but the ones they do—they do really well.

Baked Pepperoni Pizza Cut in Triangular PortionsValeria Boltneva, Pexels

38: Pizza Delicious

If you're going to name your restaurant "Pizza Delicious", you better have delicious pizza. Well, this place in New Orleans, Louisiana thankfully lives up to its name.

Pizza Delicious Restaurant Exterior in New Orleans.Infrogmation of New Orleans, Flickr

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37: Zeneli

A family of Albanian brothers (the eldest of which studied under masters in Naples) came to New Haven, Connecticut and opened Zeneli.

Unrecognizable person taking slice of delicious pizza MargheritaAlena Shekhovtcova, Pexels

36: Tribute Pizza

This unique pizzeria in San Diego, California resides in a converted post office and each pizza on the menu pays tribute to original pizza makers from around the world.

Pizza on a white plate Served in Tribute Pizza Restaurant, San DiegoKirk K, Flickr

35: Antico Pizza Napoletana

With four locations in Georgia—two in Atlanta—Giovanni Di Palma features traditional Italian cuisine and classic pizzas.

Sliced Pizza Served in Antico Pizza Napoletana RestaurantRobert Occhialini, Flickr

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34: Salsa

Sounds like an odd name for a pizza restaurant—but when the 'za is this good, you can call your place anything you want. It's located in Brooklyn, New York.

Baker Placing Pizza on a Table Using Pizza PeelKampus Production, Pexels

33: Spark Pizza

In Redmond, Washington, Spark Pizza used their wood-fired oven to make good, thin crust pizza topped with flavorful ingredients.

Hands Taking Slices of Pizza Placed on a Wooden TableDeane Bayas, Pexels

32: Craft 64

This restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona tops their pizzas with artisanal and locally farmed ingredients.

Person Holding a Vegetable Pizza placed on a wooden boardHorizon Content, Pexels

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31: Valentina’s

 In Madison, Alabama, Joe Carlucci does both New York-style and Chicago pan pizzas.

Baked Pizzas Placed on a Wooden TableROMAN ODINTSOV, Pexels

30: Nostrana

In Portland, Oregon, chef Cathy Whims does simple and classic Neapolitan flavors—but she isn't afraid to push limits either, pairing fruits, vegetables, seafood, and even tasty shellfish.

Nostrana Pizza Restaurant in Portland, OregonAnother Believer, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

29: Bricco Coal Fired Pizza

New York-style inspired by Neapolitan pizza in Haddon Township, New Jersey.

Photo of A Person Taking slice of PizzaEmine Gizem Dokuzlar, Pexels

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28: Pizza Rock

Neapolitan, Roman, and American-style pizzas in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Pizza Rock Restaurant in Downtown Las VegasSarahinloes, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

27: GRANA

Find scrumptious wood-fired oven pizzas at GRANA in Portland, Oregon.

Pizza with Prosciutto and Arugula placed on a wooden tableValeria Boltneva, Pexels

26: Nardò

With three California locations (Los Angeles, Culver City, Huntington Beach), Nardò is making a delicious name for itself in the Golden State.

Pizza on a dark plate placed on a wooden tableManuel Mouzo, Pexels

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25: Coals Artisan Pizza

At this pizzeria in Louisville, Kentucky, they leaven their dough for a long time before rolling it out and tossing on both traditional and non-traditional toppings.

Photo of a Pizza with Cheese, Cherry Tomatoes and ArugulaEfrem Efre, Pexels

24: Il Forno

You'll find traditional and fun fusion flavors at this restaurant in San Antonio, Texas.

Photo of Pizza on a Wooden board Placed on a tableShameel mukkath, Pexels

23: Spacca Napoli Pizzeria

Chef/owner Jonathan Goldsmith trained under the Neapolitan pizza masters in Italy and brought all that knowledge back to his delicious restaurant in Chicago, Illinois.

Prosciutto and arugula pizza Served in Spacca Napoli RestaurantAndrew Huff, Flickr

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22: Inferno Pizzeria Napoletana

At this Darnestown, Maryland restaurant, you'll find a contemporary take on Neapolitan pizza—what they call, "Neo-Neapolitan pizza".

Mouth-watering Pizza on a black plate placed on a wooden tableGuto Macedo, Pexels

21: Mission Pizza Napoletana

This restaurant in Winston-Salem, North Carolina has made Neapolitan pizza their mission. Mission successful.

Pizza with Mushrooms and Arugula placed on a wooden boardRomjan Aly, Pexels

20: Flour House

Authentic Italian pizza and homemade pasta in San Luis Obispo, California.

Italian Style Pizza Placed on a Wooden boardAndre saddi, Pexels

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19: Pizza Secret

It isn't a secret that this Brooklyn, New York restaurant has great pizza.

People Sharing a Pizza That is Placed on a Wooden TableMikhail Nilov, Pexels

18: Fabrica Pizza

This Tampa, Florida pizzeria only opened in 2015 and has already made its way into the top 20.

A Chef Toppings Pizza with Vegetables Placed on a TableAnna Shvets, Pexels

17: Ops

A favorite of the locals in Brooklyn, New York.

Pizzas Placed on Brown Wooden TableROMAN ODINTSOV, Pexels

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16: Kesté

Head on over to Fulton Street, New York to watch sports, have a drink, and chow down on some great pizza.

The exterior storefront of Kesté Pizza & VinoJeff, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons

15: Song’ E Napule

Enjoy the contemporary Italian music playing in the background and the yummy pizza playing in your tummy. There are multiple locations around New York City, including the original location on West Houston Street.

Person in Blue Shirt Holding a Pizza DoughAnna Tarazevich, Pexels

14: Pasquale’s

At this family restaurant in Wakefield, Rhode Island, you can have your pizza in three different styles: Neapolitan (certified by the AVPN association), New York-Style, and the Grandma Pizza.

Freshly Baked Margherita Pizza on TableNano Erdozain, Pexels

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13: Razza Pizza Artigianale

Dine in or pick up at this great pizzeria in Jersey City, New Jersey.

Photo of Razza Pizza Artigianale, located in Jersey CityWally Gobetz, Flickr

12: Partenope Ristorante

In the heart of Dallas' business district you'll find this great Italian restaurant where the pasta is as delicious as the pizza.

Man Eating Pizza at RestaurantZeynep M., Pexels

11: ‘O Munaciello

The San Marzano tomatoes and fior di latte come directly from Italy to ‘O Munaciello in Miami, Florida.

Woman Hands Holding Wooden board with Pizza placed onNadin Sh, Pexels

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10: Robert’s

Another amazing choice in Chicago, Illinois.

Delicious Homemade Mushroom and Cheese PizzaEvgeniya Davydova, Pexels

9: La Leggenda

Yes, there is a Naples, Florida—but that isn't the Naples this pizzeria is honoring in Miami Beach.

Four Different Pizzas on Wooden TableJonathan Hidalgo, Pexels

8: Pizzeria Sei

Pizzeria Sei has only been around for a couple years–and yet it is already wowing folks with their Tokyo-Neapolitan-style pizzas in Los Angeles, California.

A Person Eating Pizza with Salami and BroccoliLukas Faust, Pexels

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7: Don Antonio

This great restaurant in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood of New York City offers up great classic pizzas as well as gluten free choices and a Nutella pizza for dessert.

Close Up Photo of Montanara starita, fried pizzaGarrett Ziegler, Flickr

6: Jay’s

The talented Joe Powers does delicious Neapolitan and Detroit-style pizza at this cozy pizzeria in Kenmore, New York.

Persons Hand adding herbs on pizza placed on a wooden tableKaterina Holmes, Pexels

5: Ken’s Artisan Pizza

Besides the tasty Neapolitan-inspired pizzas, this restaurant in Portland, Oregon has some great gelato as well.

Prosciutto Pizza Served at Ken's Artisan Pizza in PortlandBex Walton, Flickr

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4: Ribalta

Looking for amazing pizza around Union Square, in the heart of Manhattan? Ribalta is an excellent choice.

Pizza Margherita Served at Ribalta Pizza Restaurant in NYCBex Walton, Flickr

3: Pizzeria Beddia

Enjoy truly delicious pizza with a crispy and flavorful dough at this Philadelphia, Pennsylvania restaurant.

Exterior Window of the Pizzeria Beddia in PhiladelphiaArthur Etchells, Flickr

2: Tony’s Pizza Napoletana

Not only is Tony’s Pizza Napoletana in San Francisco, California ranked second in the country, it's also ranked 6th in the world. The variety of pizza styles is impressive and, if you want, sit down for their two-and-a-half-hour seven-pizza tasting menu experience.

People standing in Front of the Tony's Pizza NapoletanaThomas Hawk, Flickr

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1: Una Pizza Napoletana

This amazing pizzeria on Orchard Street in New York City isn't just the best pizza restaurant in America—it was also ranked as the top pizzeria on the planet! Simple, fresh, high-quality ingredients and a magnificently pure pizza experience.

Exterior Photo of Una Pizza Napoletana 175 Orchard Street NYCTranspoman, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons


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