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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.
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49: Marco’s Coal Fired
They do delicious wood-fired Neapolitan pizza at this Denver, Colorado pizzeria.
48: Si Cara
You'll find this welcoming pizza restaurant in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
47: Coda Di Volpe
This restaurant in Chicago, Illinois does great pasta along with their authentic and certified Neapolitan pizzas.
46: Penelope Pizza
You'll find Neapolitan, New York-style, and other pizza varieties at this location in Tucson, Arizona.
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.
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.
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.
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.
41: Posto
You can always find a good white or red pizza in Somerville, Massachusetts—as long as Posto is around.
40: Pomo
Get fresh pasta and delicious thin crust pizza at Pomo in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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.
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.
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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.
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.
35: Antico Pizza Napoletana
With four locations in Georgia—two in Atlanta—Giovanni Di Palma features traditional Italian cuisine and classic pizzas.
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.
33: Spark Pizza
In Redmond, Washington, Spark Pizza used their wood-fired oven to make good, thin crust pizza topped with flavorful ingredients.
32: Craft 64
This restaurant in Scottsdale, Arizona tops their pizzas with artisanal and locally farmed ingredients.
31: Valentina’s
In Madison, Alabama, Joe Carlucci does both New York-style and Chicago pan pizzas.
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.
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29: Bricco Coal Fired Pizza
New York-style inspired by Neapolitan pizza in Haddon Township, New Jersey.
28: Pizza Rock
Neapolitan, Roman, and American-style pizzas in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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27: GRANA
Find scrumptious wood-fired oven pizzas at GRANA in Portland, Oregon.
26: Nardò
With three California locations (Los Angeles, Culver City, Huntington Beach), Nardò is making a delicious name for itself in the Golden State.
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.
24: Il Forno
You'll find traditional and fun fusion flavors at this restaurant in San Antonio, Texas.
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.
22: Inferno Pizzeria Napoletana
At this Darnestown, Maryland restaurant, you'll find a contemporary take on Neapolitan pizza—what they call, "Neo-Neapolitan pizza".
21: Mission Pizza Napoletana
This restaurant in Winston-Salem, North Carolina has made Neapolitan pizza their mission. Mission successful.
20: Flour House
Authentic Italian pizza and homemade pasta in San Luis Obispo, California.
19: Pizza Secret
It isn't a secret that this Brooklyn, New York restaurant has great pizza.
18: Fabrica Pizza
This Tampa, Florida pizzeria only opened in 2015 and has already made its way into the top 20.
17: Ops
A favorite of the locals in Brooklyn, New York.
16: Kesté
Head on over to Fulton Street, New York to watch sports, have a drink, and chow down on some great pizza.
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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.
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.
13: Razza Pizza Artigianale
Dine in or pick up at this great pizzeria in Jersey City, New Jersey.
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.
11: ‘O Munaciello
The San Marzano tomatoes and fior di latte come directly from Italy to ‘O Munaciello in Miami, Florida.
10: Robert’s
Another amazing choice in Chicago, Illinois.
9: La Leggenda
Yes, there is a Naples, Florida—but that isn't the Naples this pizzeria is honoring in Miami Beach.
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.
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.
6: Jay’s
The talented Joe Powers does delicious Neapolitan and Detroit-style pizza at this cozy pizzeria in Kenmore, New York.
5: Ken’s Artisan Pizza
Besides the tasty Neapolitan-inspired pizzas, this restaurant in Portland, Oregon has some great gelato as well.
4: Ribalta
Looking for amazing pizza around Union Square, in the heart of Manhattan? Ribalta is an excellent choice.
3: Pizzeria Beddia
Enjoy truly delicious pizza with a crispy and flavorful dough at this Philadelphia, Pennsylvania restaurant.
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.
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.
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