Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Tucson area by diners
Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Tucson area by diners
Pizza is one of those universal languages that Americans just get. Even if the styles are vastly different based on the region鈥攍ike a thin wide slice from New York, a thick rectangular cut with crispy edges from Detroit, or deep cheesy pie in a pan from Chicago鈥攎any can agree that the combination of chewy dough, tangy sauce, and gooey cheese is a true American classic.
The growing number of pizza joints is proof enough: More than , up just under 1% over the last five years. Yet, with so many options to choose from, how is a pizza connoisseur supposed to know the best place to grab a slice?
There's a lot of competition out there to become the best pizza place in town, especially with people who have a lot of opinions. The aesthetic is always important to consider; maybe customers prefer a classic greasy joint with checkered tablecloths and shakers of Parmesan and red pepper flakes to douse their slice, or perhaps something artisanal with wood-fired pies served with a thoughtfully curated wine menu. Then there's the pizza itself. Is the restaurant using high-quality ingredients? Does the taste make you want to keep eating more and more?
It may seem like a lot of meticulous details, but given that Americans could eat up to , it only makes sense that all of these details are considered when choosing a go-to local spot. Thankfully, there's enough data out there to steer customers in the right direction instead of having to do the research themselves.
compiled a list of the highest-rated pizza shops in the Tucson area based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants with at least 20 reviews tagged as "pizza" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Tucson were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may serve other food items.
Get ready to find the perfect place for your next slice!
#27. Transplant Detroit Style Pizza
- Rating: 3.9/5 (127 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4603 East Speedway Blvd. Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches
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#26. BZ's Pizza and Italian Kitchen
- Rating: 4.0/5 (213 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3225 North Swan Road Ste 105A Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Beer Bar, Chicken Wings
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#25. Fentonelli's Pizzeria and Bar
- Rating: 4.0/5 (104 reviews)
- Address: 7262 North Oracle Road Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Cocktail Bars
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#24. Dominick's Real Italian
- Rating: 4.0/5 (650 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8330 North Thornydale Road Ste 170 Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Cocktail Bars
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#23. Empire Pizza & Pub
- Rating: 4.0/5 (494 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 137 East Congress St. Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Pubs, Salad
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#22. Slice & Ice
- Rating: 4.0/5 (137 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1905 West Grant Road Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Shaved Ice, Sandwiches
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#21. Bottega Michelangelo
- Rating: 4.1/5 (697 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 420 West Magee Road Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Breakfast & Brunch
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#20. Doughbird
- Rating: 4.1/5 (248 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2960 North Campbell Ave. Ste 160 Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Comfort Food, American, Pizza
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#19. Rocco's Little Chicago
- Rating: 4.1/5 (897 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2555 East Broadway Blvd. Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches
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#18. Serial Grillers
- Rating: 4.1/5 (382 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1970 West River Road Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Cheesesteaks, Pizza, Sandwiches
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#17. Time Market
- Rating: 4.1/5 (512 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 444 East University Blvd. Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Bakeries, Sandwiches
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#16. Fresco Pizzeria
- Rating: 4.1/5 (305 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3011 East Speedway Blvd. Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#15. Zio Peppe
- Rating: 4.1/5 (274 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6502 East Tanque Verde Road Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#14. Sauce Pizza & Wine
- Rating: 4.1/5 (264 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5285 East Broadway Blvd. Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Salad
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#13. Locale Neighborhood Italian
- Rating: 4.1/5 (600 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 60 North Alvernon Way Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Italian, Bakeries, Pizza
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#12. Barro's Pizza
- Rating: 4.2/5 (155 reviews)
- Address: 410 North Wilmot Road Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches
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#11. Jimmy's Pizzeria
- Rating: 4.2/5 (144 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5655 East River Road Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#10. Sauce Pizza & Wine
- Rating: 4.2/5 (178 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6450 East Grant Road Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Wine Bars, Pizza, Salad
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#9. Fiamme Pizza
- Rating: 4.2/5 (593 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4706 East Sunrise Drive Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza
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#8. Falora
- Rating: 4.2/5 (378 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3000 East Broadway Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Vegetarian
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#7. Serial Grillers
- Rating: 4.3/5 (1196 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5737 East Speedway Blvd. Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches, Cheesesteaks
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#6. Renee's Tucson
- Rating: 4.4/5 (895 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7065 East Tanque Verde Road Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Gluten-Free
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#5. Los Olivos
- Rating: 4.4/5 (225 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 937 West Congress St. Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Sandwiches
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#4. Iron John's 聽Brewing Company
- Rating: 4.5/5 (92 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5350 East Broadway Blvd. Ste 128 Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Breweries, Burgers, Pizza
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#3. Jaime's Pizza Kitchen
- Rating: 4.5/5 (113 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 312 East Congress Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Caterers, Pizza, Chicken Wings
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#2. Anello
- Rating: 4.6/5 (254 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 222 East 6th St. Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza
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#1. Penelope
- Rating: 4.6/5 (160 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 800 North Kolb Road Tucson, Arizona
- Categories: Pizza
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Kiersten Hickman, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 321 metros.
