Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Buffalo area by diners

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February 24, 2025
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Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Buffalo 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo 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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#29. Pie-O-Mine Greens

- Rating: 4.0/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1725 Sheridan Drive Tonawanda, New York
- Categories: Pizza
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#28. Joey's Pizza Depew

- Rating: 4.0/5 (67 reviews)
- Address: 2640 George Urban Blvd. Depew, New York
- Categories: Pizza
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#27. Zahz Pizza

- Rating: 4.0/5 (117 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 596 Cayuga Road Cheektowaga, New York
- Categories: Pizza
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#26. Gino's NY Pizza

- Rating: 4.0/5 (66 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3500 Main St. Amherst, New York
- Categories: Pizza
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#25. Neat

- Rating: 4.0/5 (552 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5175 Transit Road Buffalo, New York
- Categories: New American, Whiskey Bars, Pizza
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#24. Jack Rabbit

- Rating: 4.0/5 (162 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1010 Elmwood Ave. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Bars, Pizza, Sandwiches
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#23. Mustachio's Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.0/5 (122 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2701 Elmwood Ave. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Chicken Wings
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#22. Gino and Joe's

- Rating: 4.1/5 (55 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 400 Main St. 1st Floor Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Pizza
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#21. Sonny Red's

- Rating: 4.1/5 (70 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1841 Abbott Road Lackawanna, New York
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#20. Romeo & Juliet's Cafe

- Rating: 4.1/5 (221 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1292 Hertel Ave. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Italian, Bakeries, Pizza
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#19. Olisi's NY

- Rating: 4.1/5 (149 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2352 Sheridan Drive Tonawanda, New York
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings
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#18. Britesmith Brewing

- Rating: 4.1/5 (331 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5611 Main St. Williamsville, New York
- Categories: Pizza, Brewpubs, New American
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#17. Wingnutz

- Rating: 4.1/5 (86 reviews)
- Address: 1402 Millersport Hwy Williamsville, New York
- Categories: Sports Bars, Chicken Wings, Pizza
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#16. Giancarlo's Sicilian Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.2/5 (467 reviews)
- Price level: $$$$
- Address: 5110 Main St. Ste 125 Williamsville, New York
- Categories: Italian, Steakhouses, Pizza
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#15. Chucks Pizza

- Rating: 4.2/5 (58 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 35 North St. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#14. Mineo's South Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.2/5 (74 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2154 South Park Ave. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#13. Sports City Pizza Pub

- Rating: 4.2/5 (92 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1407 Niagara St. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Pizza, Sports Bars, Chicken Wings
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#12. D'Avolio Kitchen

- Rating: 4.2/5 (230 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5409 Main St. Williamsville, New York
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Olive Oil
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#11. Fatman's Pizza

- Rating: 4.2/5 (78 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2712 Niagara Falls Blvd. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Pizza, American, Chicken Wings
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#10. WiseGuys Pizza South Buffalo

- Rating: 4.2/5 (126 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1965 Seneca St. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Delis
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#9. Bobby J's Italian American Grille

- Rating: 4.3/5 (137 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 204 Como Park Blvd. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Italian, American, Pizza
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#8. D'Agostino's Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.3/5 (65 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 576 Dick Road Ste 60 Depew, New York
- Categories: Pizza
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#7. Gino's Pizza Place

- Rating: 4.3/5 (81 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 351 Fries Road Tonawanda, New York
- Categories: Pizza
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#6. Lovejoy Pizza

- Rating: 4.3/5 (129 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 900 Main St. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Pizza
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#5. Moon's Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (64 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4779 Transit Road Depew, New York
- Categories: Pizza
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#4. One Pie Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (97 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2185 Clinton St. West Seneca, New York
- Categories: Pizza
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#3. Jay's Artisan Wood Fired Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (183 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2872 Delaware Ave. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Pizza
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#2. Forno Napoli

- Rating: 4.6/5 (225 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1280 Sweet Home Road Ste 105 Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Shop, Pasta Shops
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#1. Daniela

- Rating: 4.6/5 (193 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 387 Forest Ave. Buffalo, New York
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Wine Bars
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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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