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The 50 best pizza places in the US, ranked according to Yelp reviews

Erin McDowell   

The 50 best pizza places in the US, ranked according to Yelp reviews
il Canale.il Canale/Yelp
  • Yelp identified the best pizza restaurants in the US based on customer suggestions and reviews.
  • Pequod's Pizzeria in Chicago, known for its deep-dish pies, earned the top spot.

There are a lot of amazing pizza joints in the US, but which are a cut above the rest?

Yelp recently released its ranking of the top 100 pizza restaurants in the country based on customer suggestions and Elite member reviews.

Business Insider identified the best thing to order from the top 50 restaurants, and what customers say about each spot.

Here are the 50 best pizza restaurants in the US, according to Yelp.

50. 2 Amys Neapolitan Pizzeria in Washington, DC

50. 2 Amys Neapolitan Pizzeria in Washington, DC
2 Amys Neapolitan Pizzeria.      Matt K./Yelp

What to order: Margherita pizza, Neapolitan pizza

What customers say: "Amazing Neapolitan pizza! Highly recommend this place. It's worth a trip. Great service and ambiance as well," wrote Yelp user A C.

Learn more about 2 Amys Neapolitan Pizzeria here.

49. Jupiter Pizza & Waffle in Sugar Land, Texas

49. Jupiter Pizza & Waffle in Sugar Land, Texas
Jupiter Pizza & Waffle.      Diana C./Yelp

What to order: Supernova pizza, Angry Rooster pizza

What customers say: "Amazing pizza place! We asked the waitress for recommendations of which pizzas were popular and she delivered a great recommendation. We had the Supernova! Another great thing to do during the busiest times is to join their waitlist on Yelp. We barely had to wait any time at the actual restaurant on a Saturday. Definitely recommend," wrote Yelp user Steven M.

Learn more about Jupiter Pizza & Waffle here.

48. Osteria Marco in Denver, Colorado

48. Osteria Marco in Denver, Colorado
Osteria Marco.      Lily S./Yelp

What to order: Fig and prosciutto pizza, fig and goat cheese pizza

What customers say: "Stopped in after doing some research on our way to the slopes. The service was excellent. The food was great. We had the Caesar salad (it's huge) and the carne pizza. Both were made fresh and delicious. They also have creative and well-made cocktails. Will definitely come back again," wrote Yelp user Meagan M.

Learn more about Osteria Marco here.

47. Dough Pizzeria Napoletana in San Antonio, Texas

47. Dough Pizzeria Napoletana in San Antonio, Texas
Dough Pizzeria Napoletana.      Ann S./Yelp

What to order: Pork Love pizza, Margherita pizza

What customers say: "A little on the pricey side for pizza but very quality ingredients and service. We sat outside and they had ample heating. We got the Margherita Vera and pepperoni pizza. Super tasty," wrote Yelp user Rich R.

Learn more about Dough Pizzeria Napoletana here.

46. John's of Bleecker Street in New York City

46. John
John's of Bleecker Street.      Praneetha I./Yelp

What to order: Cheese pizza, pepperoni pizza

What customers say: "It lives up to the hype. I 100% would tell you it's worth the wait if there's a wait. I personally make it a point to go out of my way to go here. Don't get confused with other Joe's or Bleeker Street pizza. This is the best and there's no exception," wrote Yelp user Bobby P.

Learn more about John's of Bleecker Street here.

45. Rocco's in Seattle, Washington

45. Rocco
Rocco's.      Sonja S./Yelp

What to order: BBQ chicken pizza, banh mi pizza

What customers say: "The pizza was really good and their options were really flexible. I loved you could do a half-and-half with two different kinds. They had lots of vegetarian options and I actually asked them if they could sub potato for sausage on the DILLicious and they did! My partner got the BBQ Chicken. The pizzas are huge NY-size slices. The drinks were cool but a bit pricey relative to size. My partner felt that way about the pizza, but I felt it seemed somewhat normal for Seattle prices for two servings for two people. The Besotted Knight drink was good though too," wrote Yelp user Diana C.

Learn more about Rocco's here.

44. Spacca Napoli in Chicago, Illinois

44. Spacca Napoli in Chicago, Illinois
Spacca Napoli.      Stephanie A./Yelp

What to order: White pizza, Neapolitan pizza

What customers say: "Absolutely stellar pizza and dessert. I ordered the pistachio and sausage pizza and the panna cotta and was beyond satisfied. The restaurant is spacious and the service was great. There's honestly not much else to say," wrote Yelp user Joseph M.

Learn more about Spacca Napoli here.

43. Kesté Pizza & Vino in New York City

43. Kesté Pizza & Vino in New York City
Kesté Pizza & Vino.      Kesté Pizza & Vino/Yelp

What to order: Keste pizza, truffle burrata pizza

What customers say: "Keste is an absolute hidden gem. Located in downtown Manhattan near south street seaport. My first visit was with coworkers and the food was soo good. The pizza is top notch, feels like you're in Italy. Their house salad is absolutely delicious!! Since then I have been back a few times. Please try their sangria omg you won't be disappointed," wrote Yelp user Sheila S.

Learn more about Kesté Pizza & Vino here.

42. The Salty Pig in Boston, Massachusetts

42. The Salty Pig in Boston, Massachusetts
The Salty Pig.      Robert G./Yelp

What to order: Pig Parts pizza, Margherita pizza

What customers say: "Love this place! Been a few times — the charcuterie is great and so are the pizzas. Love the decor and how you can see the pizza ovens. Pasta portions are a little bit small and nothing to write home about. A Back Bay staple and you don't have to fight for a reservation," wrote Yelp user Tess L.

Learn more about The Salty Pig here.

41. The Parlor in Phoenix, Arizona

41. The Parlor in Phoenix, Arizona
The Parlor.      The Parlor/Yelp

What to order: Pepperoni pizza, funghi pizza

What customers say: "I've been wanting to come here for a long time. Today was it and the drive was definitely worth it. The pizza was delicious. The chicken barbecue pizza was spot-on with layers of flavor. The crust was nice and crunchy with a chewy interior texture.
The beet salad was also perfect. The dressing was light yet satisfying. I would order this again. Looked like they had some delicious-looking sandwiches and pasta too. Would love to try next time. Highly recommend," wrote Yelp user Cindy C.

Learn more about The Parlor here.

40. Maui Brewing Company in Kihei, Maui, Hawaii

40. Maui Brewing Company in Kihei, Maui, Hawaii
Maui Brewing Company.      Kari M./Yelp

What to order: Brewmaster pizza

What customers say: "Excellent pizza with beautiful ambiance. It was our first night in Maui. What a wonderful evening with live music and delicious beer," wrote Yelp user Jennifer K.

Learn more about Maui Brewing Company here.

39. The Alchemist Cafe in Wilton Manors, Florida

39. The Alchemist Cafe in Wilton Manors, Florida
The Alchemist Cafe.      Edward R./Yelp

What to order: Hawaiian pizza, breakfast pizza

What customers say: "This was a great find using Yelp for a new lunch spot. The place has a really good vibe with a hippyish outdoor dining scene. It's very artsy and the food was really good. We shared a Hawaiian pizza and an avocado open-face sandwich. Yum!!! Hurry to this place as we were told the area is about to be redeveloped. I hope they'll find another hip location," wrote Yelp user Rob M.

Learn more about The Alchemist Cafe here.

38. Pizzeria Paradiso in Washington, DC

38. Pizzeria Paradiso in Washington, DC
Pizzeria Paradiso.      Rumesh V./Yelp

What to order: Margherita pizza, pesto potato pizza

What customers say: "We came here after we spent the day walking around the White House etc. We were tired and hungry and fortunately, we got seated right away. We did have to wait a while, but it was so worth it! We just got the Margherita pizza, and it was absolutely delicious! The other pizzas looked really terrific, I was sad that we couldn't try everything. We have really wonderful pizza in California where I live, and this is definitely up there. I would recommend stopping in here and trying the pizza," wrote Yelp user Karen R.

Learn more about Pizzeria Paradiso here.

37. 600 Degrees Pizzeria & Draft House in Georgetown, Texas

37. 600 Degrees Pizzeria & Draft House in Georgetown, Texas
600 Degrees Pizzeria & Draft House.      David M./Yelp

What to order: City pie, mushroom pizza

What customers say: "Amazing food and amazing service! We love coming here to get great wings, pizza, and drinks. John is always a friendly face with fast service. This has been our favorite spot for years," wrote Yelp user Caitlyn B.

Learn more about 600 Degrees Pizzeria & Draft House here.

36. Esther's Kitchen in Las Vegas, Nevada

36. Esther
Esther's Kitchen.      Jeri F./Yelp

What to order: Margherita pizza

What customers say: "Love the food there. We make it a point to make reservations early on every time we visit Vegas. It's pretty crowded and tables are close to each other, so when you go, it's for the food. We've tried pasta and pizza. All superb. I look forward to when they have squid ink pasta which is seasonal," wrote Yelp user Mary M.

Learn more about Esther's Kitchen here.

35. Fat Olives in Flagstaff, Arizona

35. Fat Olives in Flagstaff, Arizona
Fat Olives.      Mario M./Yelp

What to order: Belgio Dolce pizza, Miss Piggy pizza

What customers say: "Stopped on our way from Williams for dinner. It was absolutely delicious! From the homemade pasta to the Neopolitan pizza, we could not have expected such delicious food. Our son had the chicken fettuccine Alfredo and said the chicken literally melted in your mouth it was so tender. I never would have thought that I could eat an entire pizza, but I did! The Margherita pizza was divine. The service was amazing also. Highly suggest you give it a try," wrote Yelp user Jeff B.

Learn more about Fat Olives here.

34. Domenica in New Orleans, Louisiana

34. Domenica in New Orleans, Louisiana
Domenica.      Sophia T./Yelp

What to order: White pizza, Margherita pizza

What customers say: "Visited this location after seeing the Yelp pizza article. We are in NOLA for Marti Gras. We ordered one pizza and a couple of antipastos which included the short ribs and the cauliflower. Everything was good to great. The feta cheese spread that comes with the cauliflower is delicious as was the short rib sauce. The pizza was traditional Italian style which isn't our favorite but definitely appreciated its traditional-ness. We got the meat-focused pizza and enjoyed it. We would visit again — a very good food, service, and restaurant experience," wrote Yelp user Sarah S.

Learn more about Domenica here.

33. Russell House Tavern in Cambridge, Massachusetts

33. Russell House Tavern in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Russell House Tavern.      Carlotta C./Yelp

What to order: Breakfast pizza, truffle mushroom pizza

What customers say: "Russell House Tavern is a great place to bring family or gather friends in Harvard Square. It has plenty of seating, and wonderful service. The last time I was there, I got their cheese pizza which was definitely big enough to share with two people. It was well-seasoned and tasted fresh, which I really appreciated. My friends shared the sausage and ricotta pizza, which was more unique, but also very delicious," wrote Yelp user Clara M.

Learn more about Russell House Tavern here.

32. Tony's Pizza Napoletana in San Francisco, California

32. Tony
Tony's Pizza Napoletana.      Tripti R./Yelp

What to order: Margherita pizza, New Yorker pizza

What customers say: "So many locals recommend this spot! My colleagues especially love to order their delivery for pizza parties. I have yet to dine in here... I definitely need to try the Cal Italia next! My favorites are the The Big Kahuna (thinly sliced pineapple is nice!!) and The New Yorker pizzas. The crust is thin with a good bite to it. It always tastes fresh and gets delivered piping hot," wrote Yelp user Alisa B.

Learn more about Tony's Pizza Napoletana here.

31. John's of Times Square in New York City

31. John
John's of Times Square.      Beth H./Yelp

What to order: Margherita pizza, pepperoni pizza

What customers say: "Great pizza and ambiance. We went as a group of 10 after catching a show at a nearby theater. The service was excellent," wrote Yelp user Jill R.

Learn more about John's of Times Square here.

30. Juliana's in Brooklyn, New York

30. Juliana
Juliana's.      Christina Y./Yelp

What to order: Margherita pizza, white pizza

What customers say: "Juliana's Pizza is one of the best pizza places in NY! There is almost always a line to eat at the restaurant and once you've had the pizza you'll understand. The pizza served at Juliana's isn't going to wow you with a horde of ingredients but instead, it will satisfy your idea of elevated quality pizza. On this visit, I ordered the Margherita pizza to go (due to the crowd) and it didn't disappoint. The pizza was light with an abundance of basil and cheese and the crust thin and crispy. If you're looking for a real good pie in DUMBO, consider Juliana's among the numerous choices for pizza," wrote Yelp user Anthony S.

Learn more about Juliana's here.

29. Cibo in Phoenix, Arizona

29. Cibo in Phoenix, Arizona
Cibo.      Meily A./Yelp

What to order: Margherita pizza, Di Notte pizza

What customers say: "I just came back from Rome so having this was a yummy little reminder of there! They use really high-quality ingredients and I loved the charred taste of the pizza. Their servers were super friendly and gave good recommendations for our first time there. Overall the vibe was super cute with string lights and some live music," wrote Yelp user Kelsey N.

Learn more about Cibo here.

28. Bleecker Street Pizza in New York City

28. Bleecker Street Pizza in New York City
Bleecker Street Pizza.      Betancourt E./Yelp

What to order: Nonna Maria pizza, mushroom pizza

What customers say: "Light dough, crisp crust, a harmonious balance of ingredients — overall just fantastic pizza. Talk to Greg if you get the chance, he's the man," wrote Yelp user Michael D.

Learn more about Bleecker Street Pizza here.

27. Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company in Chicago, Illinois

27. Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company in Chicago, Illinois
Chicago Pizza And Oven Grinder Company.      Greg H./Yelp

What to order: Pizza pot pie

What customers say: "This is a classic that has remained untouched for years. Almost like dining in a time capsule, in a very unique space that is very Chicago. Recommend to bring cash (cash only) and a big appetite. Also, do yourself a favor and make reservations. Wait times could be long and space is very limited. Great service and food all around," wrote Yelp user Daniel P.

Learn more about Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company here.

26. Barbuzzo in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

26. Barbuzzo in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Barbuzzo.      Carrie M./Yelp

What to order: Uovo pizza, Margherita pizza

What customers say: "It was a wonderful dining experience. The food was top-notch. We shared all the dishes, and all of them were unreal. They're famous for their pasta and I believe this branch specializes in pizza. It was so good!! The waiters were all brilliant. Our waiter made sure we got everything on time and quickly as we had a show to get to. It's a little bit more expensive than some other places but I think it's worth it. A wonderful treat," wrote Yelp user Ellis M.

Learn more about Barbuzzo here.

25. Rubirosa in New York City

25. Rubirosa in New York City
Rubirosa.      Ryan P./Yelp

What to order: Tie-dye pizza, sausage and broccoli rabe pizza

What customers say: "Best pizza in NYC!! One of my all time favorite spots in the city, so good. The ambiance is an old classic Italian spot, dark and cozy. The service was excellent. However, the food is where they really stand out! The famous tie-dye pizza is really worth all the hype, it's quite incredible and hard to describe, you just NEED to try it at least once in your life!! I also ordered the Cacio e Pepe which was absolutely delicious! Moral of the story, you need to go here," wrote Yelp user Anna P.

Learn more about Rubirosa here.

24. Moose's Tooth in Anchorage, Alaska

24. Moose
Moose's Tooth.      Natalie L./Yelp

What to order: Spicy Thai chicken pizza, chicken ranch pizza

What customers say: "Very good pizza that me and my family enjoy eating together. They have amazing service and the food for me has never been an issue. I would definitely recommend giving this business a try. It works great for me and my family," wrote Yelp user Kendrick G.

Learn more about Moose's Tooth here.

23. Joe's Farm Grill in Gilbert, Arizona

23. Joe
Joe's Farm Grill.      Travis T./Yelp

What to order: Pepperoni pan pizza, extra-cheese pizza

What customers say: "All their items are amazing. I'm so lucky to be so close. They are one of the best places in Gilbert," wrote Yelp user Clarissa P.

Learn more about Joe's Farm Grill here.

22. Naples Ristorante e Bar in Anaheim, California

22. Naples Ristorante e Bar in Anaheim, California
Naples Ristorante e Bar.      Dan B./Yelp

What to order: Pepperoni pizza, Margherita pizza

What customers say: "This restaurant is pretty pricey, but it's worth it if you would like to have a nice evening out. Their food is so delicious. We were not disappointed with anything. We've been here twice so far and the second time it was for their to go pizza shop. Very delicious pizza when we came here to sit down at the restaurant, there is sometimes a long wait but that's to be expected for a really good restaurant! They have really really delicious salad options and appetizers as well as amazing pizza and pasta. I highly recommend this restaurant if you are going out for a date night or even with the family," wrote Yelp user April R.

Learn more about Naples Ristorante e Bar here.

21. Pizza Rock in Las Vegas, Nevada

21. Pizza Rock in Las Vegas, Nevada
Pizza Rock.      Beatriz M./Yelp

What to order: New Yorker pizza, Margherita pizza

What customers say: "We love this pizza place! So amazingly yummy, with lots of special pizzas and the best beer on tap to go with that pizza!! Also, throw in the special chili oil to spice it up and this place is unbeatable," wrote Yelp user Shelly R.

Learn more about Pizza Rock here.

20. Cheese Board Pizza in Berkeley, California

20. Cheese Board Pizza in Berkeley, California
Cheese Board Pizza.      David G./Yelp

What to order: Vegetarian pizza, corn pizza

What customers say: "Cheese Board Pizza has been a place I've been wanting to try! The line was all the way around the corner, but they only have 1 flavor per day so it moved fairly quickly. This day they had a combination mushroom pizza, that had so many toppings on it! I was afraid it would be too much but the flavors balanced perfectly. I also got the chimichurri sauce on the side to pair with the pizza, and let me tell you... I would put that on everything if I could," wrote Yelp user Jessica B.

Learn more about Cheese Board Pizza here.

19. Hideaway House in Sedona, Arizona

19. Hideaway House in Sedona, Arizona
Hideaway House.      Maira B./Yelp

What to order: Roasted peach and caramelized pancetta pizza, Kat's Way pizza

What customers say: "We went here during our trip to Sedona and really enjoyed. We got the baked meatballs, barbecue pizza, and tiramisu!! The house recommendations are definitely the way to go here. Friendly staff, homey atmosphere, and a great view with dinner. Our waitress was Maricela and she was very friendly and provided excellent service," wrote Yelp user Melanie F.

Learn more about Hideaway House here.

18. Masa of Echo Park in Los Angeles, California

18. Masa of Echo Park in Los Angeles, California
Masa of Echo Park.      Mei Z./Yelp

What to order: Traditional deep-dish pizza, lots of meat pizza

What customers say: "So good! Friendly staff and Chicago pizza in LA. Cool spot! The bread pudding dessert is so good but save room because the pizza will fill you up fast," wrote Yelp user Kory L.

Learn more about Masa of Echo Park here.

17. Piece Brewery and Pizzeria in Chicago

17. Piece Brewery and Pizzeria in Chicago
Piece Brewery and Pizzeria.      Tim M./Yelp

What to order: White pizza, honey butter fried chicken pizza

What customers say: "I recently went here for a friends birthday last Thursday. He was turning 35 so we really wanted to have a special occasion and we had heard great things about Piece. Let me tell you, this place was sublime! We sat on the stage, and we're extremely happy with the ambiance here. The service really stood out at this establishment. Our food runner, I believe her name was Ruby, was exceptional. Couldn't have asked for more attentive service. Of course, the food was exceptional. It's undoubtedly one of the best pizza spots in the city! Will definitely recommend to friends for any occasion," wrote Yelp user Joey K.

Learn more about Piece Brewery and Pizzeria here.

16. Di Fara Pizza in Brooklyn, New York

16. Di Fara Pizza in Brooklyn, New York
Di Fara Pizza.      Austin B./Yelp

What to order: Pepperoni square pie, cheese square pie

What customers say: "This is about as good as pizza is gona get. Thin and crispy, get a crunch with each bite. The ratio of cheese, sauce and dough are perfectly balance like a pizza should be. The crust has even more crunch. The flavor of the sauce is so amazing, a slightly sweet and good tang to it. I love when pizza spots put 2 cheeses, mozzarella and parmesan together. Gives it so much more flavor. And to finish it off you get shredded basil. I got the cheese and my friend got pepperoni. He loved his as well," wrote Yelp user Thomas T.

Learn more about Di Fara Pizza here.

15. Golden Boy Pizza in San Francisco, California

15. Golden Boy Pizza in San Francisco, California
Golden Boy Pizza.      Ricky K./Yelp

What to order: Cheese pizza, clam pizza

What customers say: "You cannot go wrong with Golden Boy! Always fresh and always delicious. I take my friends and family when they visit from out of town," wrote Yelp user Alain R.

Learn more about Golden Boy Pizza here.

14. il Canale in Washington, DC

14. il Canale in Washington, DC
il Canale.      il Canale/Yelp

What to order: Margherita pizza, Diavola pizza

What customers say: "Great service, good food and the ambience is great. Had good music playing, pizza came out pretty quick and they have a good selection on cocktails and wine," wrote Yelp user Carolina F.

Learn more about il Canale here.

13. Bronx Pizza in San Diego, California

13. Bronx Pizza in San Diego, California
Bronx Pizza.      Calvin N. H./Yelp

What to order: Whitestone pizza, Porko pizza

What customers say: "Been coming here for years. Their thin crust NY style pizza always hits. Especially after drinking in Hillcrest… I love that you can order by the slice and they have many flavor options. I usually get the porko which is their meat lovers. You really can't go wrong with any of them. The crust has a nice crunch after they heat it up. Service is very fast. Ambiance is very casual. Parking can be difficult sometimes since it's only street parking. Main con is that it is cash only," wrote Yelp user Trisha C.

Learn more about Bronx Pizza here.

12. Serious Pie Downtown in Seattle, Washington

12. Serious Pie Downtown in Seattle, Washington
Serious Pie Downtown.      Serious Pie Downtown/Yelp

What to order: Sweet fennel sausage pizza, Yukon gold pizza

What customers say: "In my five years in Seattle and mind you, I haven't tried every pizza in town. I have tried a lot but still. The mushroom and fennel sausage pizzas were literally the best pizza I've ever had. Do yourself a favor and hit the happy hour where half size pizzas are only $8. The service stellar. Don't just sit there, go try it," wrote Yelp user Jason V.

Learn more about Serious Pie Downtown here.

11. Home Slice Pizza in Austin, Texas

11. Home Slice Pizza in Austin, Texas
Home Slice Pizza.      Paolo B./Yelp

What to order: Margherita pizza, white clam pizza

What customers say: "Best pizza and Italian sub I've had since moving to Texas. Incredibly efficient in spite of the tourist and lunch hour rush. Shout-out Lauren who didn't seem to break a sweat. Great new York slices, great Italians, great staff. We will return, a lot," wrote Yelp user Shawn N.

Learn more about Home Slice Pizza here.

10. CUCINA urbana in San Diego, California

10. CUCINA urbana in San Diego, California
CUCINA urbana.      David R./Yelp

What to order: Margherita pizza, pepperoni pizza

What customers say: "Love this place! From start to finish it was a wonderful experience. The food was very high quality and presented with care. We got [among other dishes] the mushroom/truffle pizza with half prosciutto (5/5)… get it. I usually avoid pizza in a restaurant setting but I'm glad we didn't pass that one up," wrote Yelp user Trevor M.

Learn more about CUCINA urbana here.

9. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman in Kapolei, Oahu, Hawaii

9. Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman in Kapolei, Oahu, Hawaii
Monkeypod Kitchen.      Kristen G./Yelp

What to order: Kalua pork and pineapple pizza, Hamakua wild mushroom and truffle oil pizza

What customers say: "The Monkeypod Kitchen in Ko-Olina was a great stop on a recent trip to Oahu. We were lucky enough to hear the afternoon singer and evening singer on the day we visited and both were superb! I have been thinking about the Kalua Pork and Pineapple pizza, which had a macadamia nut pesto, jalapenos, and roasted pineapples! I could easily eat this pizza every week and not tire of it," wrote Yelp user Lori K.

Learn more about Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman here.

8. Olio e Più in New York City

8. Olio e Più in New York City
Olio e Più.      Duanchit M./Yelp

What to order: Margherita pizza, Vegetariana pizza

What customers say: "Oh goodness—this is my favorite restaurant in NY. The ambiance is so beautiful and comfortable [that] it's easy to forget you aren't in a lovely Italian cafe. And the food is spectacular. I would say everyone's favorite was the prosciutto/Parm/aioli pizza," wrote Yelp user Laura M.

Learn more about Olio e Più here.

7. Prince Street Pizza in New York City

7. Prince Street Pizza in New York City
Prince Street Pizza.      Karen L./Yelp

What to order: Pepperoni pizza, Spicy Spring pizza

What customers say: "This is the best pizza I've ever had in my life. The pepperoni pizza was INSANE. The best crust. Best sauce. Best pepperoni. Incredible. I was in heaven eating these pizzas. Just so good. I'll be thinking about this pizza for a long time. Highly recommend," wrote Yelp user Carlos H.

Learn more about Prince Street Pizza here.

6. Secret Pizza in Las Vegas, Nevada

6. Secret Pizza in Las Vegas, Nevada
Secret Pizza.      Alvin C./Yelp

What to order: White pizza, cheese pizza

What customers say: "If you love, or even NEED, actual NYC-style pizza, with its perfectly crispy super-thin crust, you won't go wrong finding your way into Cosmopolitan's Secret Pizza. I had 2 cheese slices, and a cheese slice is my litmus test for any pizza spot. It was perfect. As thin and crispy as you'd find in Jersey or Manhattan. It was exactly what I was looking for. The whole secret vibe of it was cool, so, shhh…don't tell anyone…we don't want that line to get any longer," wrote Yelp user Rick L.

Learn more about Secret Pizza here.

5. Base Camp Pizza Co. in South Lake Tahoe, California

5. Base Camp Pizza Co. in South Lake Tahoe, California
Base Camp Pizza.      Stephanie A./Yelp

What to order: Thai chicken curry pizza, smoky BBQ chicken with bacon pizza

What customers say: "Not enough stars to rate this spot! Top 3, if not the best, pizza I've ever had. I'm craving it as I'm typing this out. Everything we got was [great]. From the garlic fries to our pizzas. My fiancé was really impressed with their gluten-free pizza—you would've never known. It's a MUST," wrote Yelp user Michelle D.

Learn more about Base Camp Pizza Co. here.

4. Mama D's Italian Kitchen in Newport Beach, California

4. Mama D
Mama D's Italian Kitchen.      Lea C./Yelp

What to order: The Favorites pizza, Margherita pizza

What customers say: "We've been coming to Mama D's for at least a decade now, and they never, ever disappoint. The staff genuinely seem happy to be there, and the food is always amazing! You get the family-friendly feeling right away. The pizza: quality ingredients are immediately evident with the first bite. We'll be back during our next SoCal visit…and the next one…and the next one," wrote Yelp user Breese B.

Learn more about Mama D's Italian Kitchen here.

3. Lombardi's Pizza in New York City

3. Lombardi
Lombardi's Pizza.      Christy N./Yelp

What to order: Clam pie, Margherita pizza

What customers say: "Love this historical corner pizza shop in what used to be a larger footprint of Little Italy. The pizzas are more traditional thin-crust, Neapolitan-style varieties cooked over coals. Nice and crispy, but never overdone. My favorite pies are the White, Margherita, and the Pepperoni, Pancetta, and Onion. If you have leftovers, just pop them in the oven for 10 minutes and they reheat perfectly," wrote Yelp user Michael R.

Learn more about Lombardi's Pizza here.

2. Bestia in Los Angeles, California

2. Bestia in Los Angeles, California
Bestia.      Andy M./Yelp

What to order: Spicy lamb sausage pizza, Margherita pizza

What customers say: "Bestia has to be one of the best restaurants I've been to. The portions are big enough to share. [After our starters,] we had Margherita pizza, with San Marzano tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, olive oil, and sea salt. This was one of the best Margherita pizzas I've had. The ingredients tasted so fresh. Their cocktails are really good, too," wrote Yelp user Teresa I.

Learn more about Bestia here.

1. Pequod's Pizzeria in Chicago, Illinois

1. Pequod
Pequod's Pizza.      Pequod's Pizza/Yelp

What to order: Pan pizza with caramelized cheese crust, sausage pizza

What customers say: "You can't truly say you have a favorite Chicago-style deep dish pizza if you haven't been to Pequod's. They're known for their caramelized crust. Highly recommend you get sausage and/or pepperoni as your meat, and add veggie toppings as you like. 16-inch/large can easily feed 3 normal adults. The huge plus is that they're now offering reservations which means you get to eat on your time! Pro tip: Order immediately when you get seated," wrote Yelp user Eric W.

Learn more about Pequod's Pizzeria here.

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