50 Best Pizza Places Across the U.S., According to International Rankings

Anthony Mangieri’s dough at Una Pizza is legendary—fermented like fine wine and blistered to perfection in a wood-fired oven. This is Neapolitan pizza elevated to spiritual status. One bite and you’ll understand why it reigns supreme, year after year, including landing at #1 on this list.

I don't know about you, but I love a good strip mall surprise, and Pizzeria Sei in L.A. does not disappoint. Sei serves up Tokyo-style Neapolitan pies that are pure art. With delicate char, cloudlike crusts, and obsessive attention to detail, it’s no wonder they’re climbing the ranks, and fast.

A pizza playground run by 13-time World Champion Tony Gemignani, this place offers every style under the sun. From Detroit to Sicilian to classic Margherita, it’s a carb-fueled masterclass in dough diversity. Tony's Pizza Napoletana is one place you do not want to miss.

Buffalo might be known for wings, but Jay’s Artisan Pizza is putting it on the map for crust, too. With New York-inspired char and a serious sourdough game, it’s a small spot with big flavor energy.

This Greenwich Village staple is all about authenticity, from its VPN (Vera Pizza Napoletana) certification to its imported ingredients. It’s where Neapolitan tradition meets modern flair. Pro Tip: Ribalta's wine list is as robust as the crust.

Robert’s throws Chicago’s deep-dish stereotypes out the window and brings the heat with airy, chewy pies that lean Napoli. Think bold toppings, crisp crusts, and a rooftop patio that lets you linger.

Another N.Y. spot made the list (get ready for many more). Founded by a pair of Italian pizza royalty, Don Antonio is where fried pizza meets wood-fired tradition. It’s a bite of Naples in Midtown, crunchy, fluffy, cheesy magic in every slice.

Ken Forkish helped define West Coast pizza cool with his wood-fired pies and rustic, bread-forward crusts. It’s soulful, simple, and Pacific Northwest perfection, with a dessert menu that is always a must.

This Southern California newcomer is turning heads with its coastal-chic vibe and pizzas that are as beautiful as they are craveable. Think open-fire bakes, garden-fresh toppings, and a backyard party feel with serious flavor cred at Truly Pizza.

Just of of South Beach, La Leggenda serves up Neapolitan pies that could bring a tear to a Nonna’s eye. With charred crusts, imported mozzarella, and just the right snap of salt, it’s Italian soul with Miami swagger.

('O Munaciello is tied with La Leggenda)
Straight from Florence with love, ‘O Munaciello blends Italian heritage with Miami heat. Its fried pizza is a cult favorite, and the romantic, candlelit setting makes every bite feel like a European escape.

Once a humble takeout window, Beddia is now a sleek Philly institution slinging precise, minimalist pies that taste like perfection. With a chewy, blistered crust and spot-on toppings, it’s a masterclass in less-is-more pizza making.

At Razza, every ingredient, from locally milled flour to house-made butter, is treated with the utmost respect. The crust is a rustic dream, and the commitment to craftsmanship makes this Jersey spot feel like a five-star pizza hub.

Pasquale's pairs Neapolitan mastery with a killer beer list. Think balanced pies with perfectly puffed crusts, and an atmosphere that says, “Come for the pizza, stay for the vibe.”

Run by Roberto Caporuscio, a true Neapolitan pizza ambassador, Kesté is wood-fired, old-world pizza done right. With decades of technique behind every pie, it’s an essential NYC experience for purists and pizza enthusiasts alike.

Fermentation fans, rejoice—Ops is where sourdough crust meets Brooklyn cool. The pies are simple but complex, earthy yet elegant, with a natural wine list that makes lingering mandatory.

It may call itself a secret, but the word’s out: this spot is slinging some of the most creative pies in the borough. Classic roots, funky flair, and a name you won’t forget. Pizza Secret is no longer underground.

Neapolitan soul meets Southern hospitality at Partenope, where the wood-fired oven anchors a warm, buzzy dining room. Expect pillowy dough, rich tomato sauce, and bold flavors that say "Italy by way of Texas."

This North Carolina pizzeria embodies the Neapolitan tradition, from the imported oven to the slow-proofed dough. Every pie from MPN feels like a mission fulfilled: balance, authenticity, and heart.

Flour House keeps things light, bright, and Italian on California’s Central Coast. It’s the only place on the list doing pizza a metro (pizza by the meter), and yes, you’ll want to eat the whole thing.

Fabrica fuses modern vibes with centuries-old pizza technique, baking Neapolitan-style pies with a precision that’s anything but factory-made. It’s sleek, flavorful, and full of surprises.

The name says it all. Inferno brings fire to the Maryland pizza scene with its wood-fired masterpieces. With a seasonal, chef-driven menu, it’s where farm-to-table meets flame-kissed tradition.

Il Forno keeps it rustic and real with a Texas twist, locally sourced meats, seasonal veggies, and a crust that’s equal parts smoky and chewy. The ovens are always hot, and so are the flavors.

Coal-fired and Kentucky proud, Coals leans into crispy, charred crusts and bold topping combos. Think bourbon bacon, spicy sausage, and bluegrass energy in every slice.

Named after a charming Italian village, Nardò brings the Amalfi coast to SoCal with airy pies, coastal ingredients, and a relaxed surf-town setting. It's laid-back elegance with Neapolitan fire.

GRANA is all about simplicity done right, a naturally leavened dough, local ingredients, and a vibe that screams Portland indie charm. It's rustic, refined, and absolutely worthy of the spotlight.

As implied by its name, Scottsdale's Craft 64 is all about the art of the culinary craft, whether its one of the restaurant's more than 30 craft beers (hello, Smooove Hoperator) or zesty, wood-fired 'zas (we see you in all your bacon-topped glory, Tipsy Pig!).

Bronx-born Joe Carlucci has brought the flavors of New York to Alabama with Valentina's. Obviously, the pizza takes center stage here, but you'll want to come extra hungry and order some appetizers—the house-made meatballs are a masterpiece.

Bricco's been ranked among the top pizza in the world and this claim holds. This Old World New York-style pizza features an aged dough that's impossibly light and the perfect canvas for toppings.

With a focus on regional Italian cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients, Nostrana's pizzas prove simple doesn't mean boring. Nostrana's mozzarella is handmade daily and shines on the Margherita.

Authentic Italian in the heart of Atlanta, Georgia, Antico Pizza has been delighting diners since 2009. Antico's wood-fired ovens produce Neapolitan-style pizzas that cemented the pizzeria as the cornerstone of Atlanta's "Little Italia" neighborhood in West Midtown.

Casual and unassuming, Pizza Delicious dishes out pizzas by both pie and slice. You can't go wrong with the restaurant's cheese or pepperoni and Pizza Delicious even has vegan pizzas on the menu for plant-based diners!

For 45 years, A Modo Mio has been dishing up an authentic Italian experience in Arlington. Elevated, artfully prepared pastas and proteins commingle with accessible favorites like pizza and antipasti for a delightful dining experience that's unrivaled.

(Salsa is tied with A Modo Mio)
If you're the type who's always looking to mix things up, there's Salsa. Unique flavor fusions (Salsa Pizza) along with unique techniques (hello, deep fried calzones!) offer a veritable choose-your-own adventure for New York diners.

Pizza Rock is so totally Las Vegas and definitely one of the pizzerias on this list where dining in is the only option. With a nightclub vibe, robust craft beer and cocktail menu, and variety of Italian and American pizza styles, Pizza Rock is pure Vegas pizzaz.

Wood-fired 'zas are the name of the game at Tribute Pizza, an Instagram-gorgeous spot located in San Diego's old North Park Post Office. These "Neo-Neapolitan" pies marry New York and Neapolitan techniques (translation: extra light dough with perfectly crisp edges) and if cheese pizza is your love language, order the "Kevin McCallister"—a lovely cheese pizza, just for you!

Those in search of the perfect pizza margherita need look no further than New Haven's Zeneli. San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, and olive oil meet crust in this Italian classic, which, according to tradition, was created in 1889 as an homage to the colors of the Italian flag.

With pizza menus devoted to both red and white pies, Posto offers something for everyone. Carnivores can't go wrong with Posto's Meatball or Sausage pies, while the Apple Pie, which features fire-roasted apples and caramelized onions, might have you rethinking everything you thought you knew about pizza.

Park Avenue's Audace is the perfect place for a memorable date—and meal. The menu reimagines classic Italian dishes, both reverent and creative, and makes a strong case for vegetables as star pizza toppings.

Lots of love goes into the dough at Cleveland, Mississippi's Leña, where pizza is inspired by pizzaiolos of Naples, Italy, cooked in the blistering heat of the restaurant's wood-fired brick oven. The menu changes based on what's in season and readily available, but rest assured, the daily specials will be delicious (we could write an ode to Leña's summer-inspired Farmers Market Pie).

Ranked among the top pizza restaurants in the US, Western New York's Pizzeria Florian's unique flavors and modern menu are unmatched. Level up your basic, red pepper topped pie with the Calabrian Crunch, a zesty 'za with sweet stracciatella and housemade chili crisp.

Calling any pizza the best pizza in New York is a bold claim, but Pasquale Jones consistently tops the charts. For pizza purists, the Classica is the perfect Sicilian slice; a symphony of tomato, mozzarella, and basil.

Co-owned by Trey Wilson, of local favorites Customshop and Flour Shop, Pizza Baby is a pandemic baby, born from the takeout pizzas Wilson sold at Flour Shop during COVID-19. Wilson and co-owner Steven De Falco tested out 29 dough recipes before finding the one. Now with two locations, Pizza Baby East in Elizabeth and the original, Pizza Baby West, in Wesley Heights, the dough is getting nationwide attention.

Your eyes will undoubtedly be bigger than your stomach at Penelope Pizza, where pies come in everything from classic pepperoni and cheese to zany 'zas like Sgt. Pepper and Jackie Luna, the latter of which may convince you that absolutely—pineapple does belong on pizza!

Whether you write it in numerals (ØØ Pie & Pub) or spelled out (DØUBLE ZERØ Pie & Pub), seeking out this Las Vegas pizzeria is a must in Sin City. Neo-Neapolitan style pizza is on the menu at this Las Vegas restaurant that's known for light, perfectly crispy pies thanks

The menu at Chicago's Coda di Volpe showcases Southern Italian cuisine and features an array of handmade pastas and house-cured meats that are a true chef's kiss. For those seeking a perfect slice of this region's finest flavors, Coda di Volpe's wood-fired, VPN-certified Neapolitan pizzas are widely acclaimed.

A darling of diners and foodies alike, Angeli's Pizzeria is known pizzas that are as unique and varied as they are consistently excellent. If you're craving the perfect cheese pizza from your childhood, you'll find it in Baltimore.

Pizza and wine are one of dinner's greatest duos and this is one of the many reasons Lincoln Winebar just works. Seasonal produce elevates the 'zas at this Iowa establishment and make an excellent paring with a locally produced white or red.

Asian Fusion Neapolitan Pizzas anchor the menu at Hapa Pizza, a bold foodie frontier into which few have ventured. After trying a hot, fresh-out-of-the-oven (it's the only way!) Bánh Mì Pizza, you'll wonder why this iconic sandwich isn't always served in pie form.

For many, the perfect New York slice is a balance of a crust with both crunch and chew, unapologetic red sauce, and that cheese pull. Stretch Pizza hits all of those notes, with a side of swagger that's so authentically New York.

#49

Si Cara, Cambridge, Massachusetts

Hailed by many as the best pizza in the Boston area, diners adore Si Cara for its unique offerings that often showcase classic Italian dishes... on pizza! We're looking at (and eating) you, Eggplant Pizza.

#50