The Best Pizza in Pittsburgh

by The OpenTable Team

Updated February 26, 2020

You might have a hard time nailing down the best pizza in Pittsburgh. After all, the Steel City has the second highest pizzeria density in all of America. Although New York City and Chicago get all the media attention when it comes to popular pies, the Yinzer (Pittsburgh residents) can hold their own when it comes to pizza. The city concocts unique fusion cuisine - ranging from chipped chopped ham to their take on kielbasa and pierogies. The giant crusts and loads of cheese on their pizzas bring patrons from all over. But where are the best flavor connoisseurs in town sitting down for a slice? Welcome to our Tastemaker Lists. We've gathered data from thousands of eateries across the country to find where OpenTable's most expert and seasoned diners go for a slice. Look at this list of the best pizza in Pittsburgh, and book a spot for a slice to remember!

Bravo Italian Kitchen - Pittsburgh - Waterfront

4.3

4.3 (1187)

$30 and under

Italian

Homestead

About the restaurant

Even though there’s several locations around the area, BRAVO Cucina Italiana on the waterfront is the only place guests can enjoy a slice while admiring the Monongahela River. Those who look away from this natural waterway encounter décor that espouses fine dining at its best. No one can stop talking about the seafood, steaks, and chops offered here, but everyone also knows they have some of the best pizza in Pittsburgh. Start out with the pecorino cheese dip, but finish strong with pepperoni, margherita, or chicken + spinach pie offerings.

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Brion

Dined 3 days ago

Great experience. Food was delicious and staff was great.

Pino's Contemporary Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.8

4.8 (1210)

$31 to $50

Italian

Point Breeze

About the restaurant

The elegant overhead lighting in Pino’s Contemporary Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar pairs well with the theater-like ceiling – even if the walls and seating give off more of an Old World feel. The cuisine is a combination of Italian and Mediterranean, perfect for those seeking the best pizza in Pittsburgh. Both red and white versions are available, and each pie comes out thin and crispy. Whether guests want the authentic margherita experience or desire to be adventurous with the shrimp and spinach selection, there’s a little something for everyone to enjoy here.

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MicheleVIP

Dined 5 days ago

As always, Pino’s is top notch. Never disappoints. A true gem in Point Breeze. Food, service, drinks and ambience - Outstanding 🌟

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Popular dish

Fried Calamari

Bravo Italian Kitchen - Pittsburgh - McKnight

4.5

4.5 (875)

$30 and under

Italian

Ross Township

About the restaurant

Just like its waterfront counterpart, the BRAVO Cucina Italiana McKnight location offers an unforgettable fine dining experience. The indoor columns and sepia photos on the walls harken back to an eatery right out of Italy. They offer happy hour specials during the weekdays from 4:00 to 6:30, but seekers of the best pizza in Pittsburgh will no doubt be happy at any hour. Their margherita and pepperoni pizzas are local favorites, but the artichoke + spinach dip, which features parmigiana pizza bread, is far too often overlooked.

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Anthony

Dined 6 days ago

Meal was delicious and server was professional and courteous. He explained that large parties were coming in and wanted to be sure our orders were in. Manager also assisted with refilling drinks and offering additional bread. Very satisfied.

Talia Cucina Rosticceria

4.7

4.7 (839)

$30 and under

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

There’s nothing about Talia Cucina Rosticceria that doesn’t scream unique. The seating conveys luxury, and the art on the walls is transformative. Even the garnish on their cocktails is Instagram-worthy. They offer original and rustic takes on classic Italian fare, and this is what helps them serve some of the best pizza in Pittsburgh. In addition to classic and margherita selections, guests are treated to crab pizza and primavera – the latter featuring a delectable garlic cream sauce. This is one experience visitors won’t soon forget.

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John

Dined 7 days ago

We enjoyed a delicious dinner tonight. Highly recommend the rigatoni, arugula salad, and the focaccia is a must! Our cocktails were tasty and service was quick, attentive, and friendly. We will be back!

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4.8

4.8 (2533)

$31 to $50

Italian

Highland Park

About the restaurant

After opening in the early years of the new millennium, Joseph Tambellini Restaurant quickly gained a reputation of offering a real slice of Old Pittsburgh. As it turns out, this wasn’t just in relation to pizza. The art hanging on the walls, elegant curtains, luxury lighting, and white tablecloths all harken back to the time when dining out in the city meant guests dressed in their best and made an evening of it. While the menu at Tambellini doesn’t offer the traditional pizza experience, the parmesan vitello features common ingredients one would expect on their favorite slice. This makes the eatery worth a visit.

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DeniseVIP

Dined 4 days ago

We had a wonderful Christmas celebration with our friends. The food, service and wine were delicious and the setting was warm and welcoming. I was looking forward to the chicken pastina soup that I remembered was made like my grandmothers. It was different this time, but still delicious. Merry Christmas!

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Bravo Italian Kitchen – North Fayette

4.5

4.5 (909)

$30 and under

Italian

Robinson Township

About the restaurant

There’s a reason why there are so many of these locations around the city: BRAVO Cucina Italiana eateries, including the Robinson location, have long offered some of the best pizza in Pittsburgh. This location maintains the fine dining atmosphere and Italian architecture features that are present in its sister locations. Of course, the pantone yellow color and whimsical signage nestled amongst typical strip mall stores does stand out a bit. Wednesday has specially priced martinis, and the pepperoni, chicken + spinach, and margherita pizzas are all worth writing home about.

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CheriVIP

Dined on Dec 10, 2024

Always consistent, great location for team holiday lunch.

Vallozzi's Pittsburgh

4.5

4.5 (2255)

$31 to $50

Italian

Downtown

About the restaurant

When it comes to authentic Italian ingredients, Vallozzi’s might be in a league of their own. This is because they’re one of the few – if not the only – restaurants that fly in their ingredients fresh from Italy weekly. If this wasn’t enough, the family-owned business has been in operation for over half a century, and both the inside and exterior look like a true-to-life eatery in the Italian countryside. They have a wide variety of pies that include selections such as prosciutto, pesto, Italian sausage, and Sicilian. There’s a little something for everyone!

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Jim

Dined 4 days ago

Food and service were great. Anthony was terrific.

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Bravo Italian Kitchen - Pittsburgh - Galleria

4.2

4.2 (1031)

$30 and under

Italian

Mt. Lebanon

About the restaurant

There’s a ton to enjoy at the Galleria Mall, and BRAVO Cucina Italiana is no doubt among the most popular. After a heavy day of shopping, guests can easily stop by the Galleria location without having to worry about driving to one of the many other BRAVOs in town. Just like at its sister restaurants, visitors can enjoy the best pizza in Pittsburgh while admiring columns and facades that look straight out of ancient Rome. This location offers the margherita, pepperoni, and chicken + spinach pizzas that are a staple of BRAVOs everywhere.

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Susan

Dined 1 day ago

Our server was wonderful. The sauce on the Fra Diablo was excellent.

Bravo Italian Kitchen - Cranberry Township - Cranberry

4.2

4.2 (896)

$30 and under

Italian

Cranberry

About the restaurant

Although the BRAVO Cucina Italiana location in Cranberry Township is the last BRAVO mentioned on this list, this doesn’t mean it’s not still home to some of the best pizza in Pittsburgh. It shares all of the exterior architectural features of its sister restaurants — along with the beautiful Italian columns inside — but it makes sure those in the northern suburbs of Pittsburgh don’t have to drive half an hour for great pizza. Guests should grab a starter of calamari while waiting for their pepperoni, chicken + spinach, or authentic margherita pizzas.

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DavidVIP

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

Loved our very attentive and friendly server, Dori. She was a delight.