Highest-rated Pizza Restaurants in the Des Moines Area by Diners

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Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Des Moines 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—like 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—many 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 Des Moines 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 Des Moines 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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#27. GoodSons

- Rating: 3.6/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2815 Beaver Ave. Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Salad, Soup, Pizza
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#26. Pagliai's Pizza

- Rating: 3.6/5 (100 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5312 Merle Hay Road Johnston, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Sandwiches
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#25. Noah's Ark Ristorante

- Rating: 3.6/5 (174 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2400 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Seafood
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#24. Northern Lights Pizza

- Rating: 3.6/5 (34 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7611 Douglas Ave. Ste 28 Urbandale, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza
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#23. Bianchi's Hilltop Restaurant

- Rating: 3.6/5 (55 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2820 Hubbell Ave. Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Sandwiches
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#22. Chuck's Restaurant

- Rating: 3.7/5 (95 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3610 6th Ave. Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#21. Grimaldi's Pizzeria

- Rating: 3.7/5 (25 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1450 Southwest Vintage Pkwy Ste 120 Ankeny, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza, Desserts, Wine Bars
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#20. Scornovacca's Ristorante

- Rating: 3.7/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1930 Southeast 14th St. Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Food Delivery Services
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#19. Dough Co Pizza

- Rating: 3.8/5 (24 reviews)
- Address: 2405 Southwest White Birch Drive Ste 100 Ankeny, Iowa
- Categories: Salad, Sandwiches, Pizza
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#18. Social - Eats & Crafts

- Rating: 3.8/5 (21 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 655 Northeast 56th St. Pleasant Hill, Iowa
- Categories: New American, Salad, Pizza
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#17. Wig & Pen Pizza Pub

- Rating: 3.8/5 (164 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2005 South Ankeny Blvd. Ste 300 Ankeny, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza, Pubs
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#16. Urban Cellar

- Rating: 3.8/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 640 South 50th St. West Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: American, Pizza, Desserts
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#15. Destination Grille

- Rating: 3.8/5 (84 reviews)
- Address: 2491 East 1st St. Grimes, Iowa
- Categories: New American, Pizza, Bars
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#14. Michael's Pizza

- Rating: 3.9/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2629 Beaver Ave. Ste 13 Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza
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#13. Bordenaro's Pizza

- Rating: 3.9/5 (98 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6108 Southwest 9th St. Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza
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#12. Fong's Pizza

- Rating: 4.0/5 (998 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 223 4th St. Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza, Tiki Bars, Asian Fusion
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#11. Eatery A

- Rating: 4.1/5 (554 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2932 Ingersoll Ave. Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Mediterranean, Pizza
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#10. Dough Co Pizza

- Rating: 4.1/5 (99 reviews)
- Address: 2330 University Ave. Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Sandwiches
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#9. Grand Junction Bar & Grill

- Rating: 4.1/5 (25 reviews)
- Address: 1970 Grand Ave. Ste 29 West Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Sports Bars, Burgers, Pizza
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#8. Sonny's Pizza Bistro

- Rating: 4.1/5 (73 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6594 Northwest 6th Drive Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Sandwiches
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#7. Winn's Pizza & Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.1/5 (49 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1611 Sunset Drive Ste 500 Norwalk, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza, Steakhouses, Greek
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#6. South Union Bread Cafe

- Rating: 4.2/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1007 Locust St. Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza
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#5. Pyra Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.2/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 729 Main St. Norwalk, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza
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#4. Cosi Cucina Italian Grill

- Rating: 4.3/5 (217 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1975 Northwest 86th St. Clive, Iowa
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Seafood
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#3. Parlor

- Rating: 4.5/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4041 Urbandale Ave. Des Moines, Iowa
- Categories: Pizza, Beer Bar
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#2. Portofino's Italian Restaurant & Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (125 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 711 South Ankeny Blvd. Ankeny, Iowa
- Categories: Italian, Food Delivery Services, Pizza
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#1. Curbin' Cuisine

- Rating: 4.6/5 (87 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1325 Southwest Oralabor Road Ste 200 Ankeny, Iowa
- Categories: American, Pizza, Sandwiches
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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.