Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Rockford area by diners

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February 24, 2025
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Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Rockford 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 Rockford 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 Rockford were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may serve other food items.

Get ready to find the perfect place for your next slice!

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#28. Windsor Pizza Parlor

- Rating: 2.9/5 (27 reviews)
- Address: 1034 Windsor Road Loves Park, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza
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#27. Pino's on Main Pizza

- Rating: 3.0/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2511 North Main St. Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza
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#26. Sam's Ristorante & Pizzeria

- Rating: 3.0/5 (113 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6075 East Riverside Blvd. Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#25. Vinny's Pizza

- Rating: 3.1/5 (50 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4190 Newburg Road Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Sandwiches
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#24. Sam's Ristorante & Pizzeria

- Rating: 3.1/5 (31 reviews)
- Address: 1031 Harlem Road Machesney Park, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#23. Rosati's Pizza

- Rating: 3.2/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6104 East Riverside Blvd. Loves Park, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Chicken Wings
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#22. Nunzio's Restaurant

- Rating: 3.4/5 (89 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5800 North 2nd St. Loves Park, Illinois
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Seafood
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#21. Marie's Pizza

- Rating: 3.5/5 (40 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1513 Charles St. Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#20. Gerry's Pizza

- Rating: 3.5/5 (103 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7403 Argus Drive Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
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#19. Tower Kitchen & Bar

- Rating: 3.5/5 (21 reviews)
- Address: 416 South Main St. Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: American, Pizza, Bars
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#18. Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom

- Rating: 3.7/5 (178 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6280 East State St. Unit A ROCKFORD, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Sports Bars, American
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#17. Salamone's North

- Rating: 3.8/5 (62 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2583 North Mulford Road Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Pasta Shops
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#16. Alchemy at Aldeen

- Rating: 3.8/5 (216 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1902 Reid Farm Road Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, New American, Venues & Event Spaces
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#15. Giuseppi's Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant

- Rating: 3.8/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 950 Halsted Road Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
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#14. Anna's Pizza

- Rating: 3.9/5 (20 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3505 North Main St. Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza
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#13. GreenFire Restaurant Bar & Bakery

- Rating: 3.9/5 (785 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6795 East Riverside Blvd. Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: New American, Pizza, Bars
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#12. Maciano's Pizza

- Rating: 4.0/5 (110 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5801 Columbia Pkwy Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Sandwiches
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#11. Maciano's Pizza & Pasteria

- Rating: 4.0/5 (84 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6746 Broadcast Pkwy Loves Park, Illinois
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
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#10. Giordano's

- Rating: 4.0/5 (116 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 333 Executive Pkwy Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Salad
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#9. Woodfire Brick Oven Pizza

- Rating: 4.1/5 (209 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 408 East State St. Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Wine Bars
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#8. Primo's Pizza

- Rating: 4.2/5 (47 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1710 Rural St. Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Sandwiches
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#7. Pig Minds Brewing

- Rating: 4.3/5 (471 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4080 Steele Drive Machesney Park, Illinois
- Categories: Brewpubs, Burgers, Pizza
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#6. Lino's

- Rating: 4.3/5 (389 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5611 East State St. Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#5. John's Restaurant & Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.3/5 (101 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2914 11th St. Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#4. Napoli's Pizza - Loves Park

- Rating: 4.4/5 (37 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6560 North Alpine Road Loves Park, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#3. Salamone's Cherry Valley

- Rating: 4.5/5 (93 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 103 South Cherry St. Cherry Valley, Illinois
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Sandwiches
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#2. Jo-Jo's Pizza & Pub

- Rating: 4.6/5 (20 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3110 South Alpine Road Rockford, Illinois
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Bars
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#1. Gulotta's Pizza

- Rating: 4.8/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1002 11th St. Rockford, Illinois
- 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.

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