Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Knoxville area by diners
Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Knoxville 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 Knoxville 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 Knoxville were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may serve other food items.
Get ready to find the perfect place for your next slice!
#26. Brenz Pizza Co.
- Rating: 3.7/5 (82 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1705 Cumberland Ave. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches
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#25. Rosati's Pizza
- Rating: 3.7/5 (154 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 234 Brookview Centre Way Ste 109 Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, fast food
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#24. Dazzo's Pizzeria
- Rating: 3.8/5 (219 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 710 South Gay St. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#23. Gavino's Pizzeria & Restaurant
- Rating: 3.8/5 (217 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5211 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
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#22. Tennessee Tap House
- Rating: 3.9/5 (159 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 350 North Peters Road Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, American, Sports Bars
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#21. The Tomato Head
- Rating: 3.9/5 (291 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7240 Kingston Pike Ste 172 Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Sandwiches, Pizza, Salad
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#20. Pizza Palace
- Rating: 3.9/5 (221 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3132 East Magnolia Ave. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Greek, Italian
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#19. Sergeant pepperonis
- Rating: 4.0/5 (102 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4618 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Sandwiches
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#18. Red Onion Pizza
- Rating: 4.0/5 (60 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3625 Sutherland Ave. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#17. Pizza Inn
- Rating: 4.0/5 (75 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5420 Clinton Hwy Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Buffets
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#16. Jaboni's Pizzeria Kingston Pike
- Rating: 4.0/5 (97 reviews)
- Address: 7403 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#15. KNOX DOUGH
- Rating: 4.0/5 (64 reviews)
- Address: 10605 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Pizza
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#14. Elidios's Pizza
- Rating: 4.2/5 (128 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6714 Central Ave. Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#13. Puleo's Pizzeria
- Rating: 4.2/5 (53 reviews)
- Address: 8078 Kingston Pike Ste 101 Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#12. Pizza Hoss
- Rating: 4.2/5 (79 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7215 Clinton Hwy Ste C Powell, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#11. Twisted Mike's Tap Room
- Rating: 4.2/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7125 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Sports Bars, Burgers, Pizza
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#10. The Tomato Head
- Rating: 4.3/5 (946 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 12 Market Sq Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches, Cocktail Bars
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#9. Harby's Pizza & Deli
- Rating: 4.3/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3718 Walker Blvd. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches, Burgers
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#8. Hard Knox Pizzeria
- Rating: 4.3/5 (354 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4437 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Desserts
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#7. The Pizza Kitchen
- Rating: 4.3/5 (53 reviews)
- Address: 10420 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Salad
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#6. Uncle Sam's Pizzeria & Restaurant
- Rating: 4.4/5 (21 reviews)
- Address: 115 South 17th St. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Salad
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#5. South Coast Pizza
- Rating: 4.5/5 (130 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1103 Sevier Ave. Southeast Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#4. The Kennedy
- Rating: 4.5/5 (92 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 430 South Gay St. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Wine Bars, Pizza, Cocktail Bars
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#3. Baker Boy Pizza
- Rating: 4.6/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 701 North Cherry St. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#2. A Dopo Sourdough Pizza
- Rating: 4.7/5 (539 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 516 Williams St. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#1. Pizzeria Nora
- Rating: 4.9/5 (44 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2400 North Central St. Knoxville, Tennessee
- 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.
