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The Best Pizza in Pittsburgh

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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
4.4 (1216)
$30 and under
Italian
Homestead
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.
Top review
AndreaVIP
Dined on Apr 16, 2025
everyone enjoyed their meal, Israel the server was fabulous. We love coming there every time we visit from Philadelphia
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.
Top review
AndreaVIP
Dined on Apr 16, 2025
everyone enjoyed their meal, Israel the server was fabulous. We love coming there every time we visit from Philadelphia
Pino's Contemporary Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
4.9 (1257)
$31 to $50
Italian
Point Breeze
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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Eileen
Dined on Apr 11, 2025
Everyone was very nice. Kept checking on us. The food was delicious. I had the cod special. My guest had the chicken. The wine was very good. There was nothing that we could complain about
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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Eileen
Dined on Apr 11, 2025
Everyone was very nice. Kept checking on us. The food was delicious. I had the cod special. My guest had the chicken. The wine was very good. There was nothing that we could complain about
Bravo Italian Kitchen - Pittsburgh - McKnight
4.4 (903)
$30 and under
Italian
Ross Township
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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JoannVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Our Easter dinner was splendid! Alex was very interactive with our table, exceptionally friendly while not being sappy. He was knowledgeable regarding the food and drink menus, timely in every way, pleasant, joking with us, and all of this when we were probably his last table of the day. Everyone was pleased with the quality of food. From the rolls to wedding soup and lobster bisque to the salads and pastas, our guests enjoyed every bite of their dinners. They were impressed with our restaurant selection. Splitting the bill among the 6 of us was not a problem, either. All in all, our Easter celebration was made even brighter by dining at Bravo Italian Kitchen.
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.
Top review
JoannVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Our Easter dinner was splendid! Alex was very interactive with our table, exceptionally friendly while not being sappy. He was knowledgeable regarding the food and drink menus, timely in every way, pleasant, joking with us, and all of this when we were probably his last table of the day. Everyone was pleased with the quality of food. From the rolls to wedding soup and lobster bisque to the salads and pastas, our guests enjoyed every bite of their dinners. They were impressed with our restaurant selection. Splitting the bill among the 6 of us was not a problem, either. All in all, our Easter celebration was made even brighter by dining at Bravo Italian Kitchen.
Talia Cucina Rosticceria
4.7 (879)
$30 and under
Italian
Downtown
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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ChrisVIP
Dined on Apr 16, 2025
Great food. Great location. My clients enjoyed the lunch
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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ChrisVIP
Dined on Apr 16, 2025
Great food. Great location. My clients enjoyed the lunch
Joseph Tambellini
4.8 (2561)
$31 to $50
Italian
Highland Park
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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MJ
Dined 6 days ago
Wonderful meal at a classic, non rushed restaurant - will definitely be back!
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.
Top review
MJ
Dined 6 days ago
Wonderful meal at a classic, non rushed restaurant - will definitely be back!
Bravo Italian Kitchen – North Fayette
4.6 (928)
$30 and under
Italian
Robinson Township
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.
Top review
JeffVIP
Dined on Apr 11, 2025
Great food and service! Atmosphere is good and waitress was great! One of my favorite places. Pomodoro sauce is the best!
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.
Top review
JeffVIP
Dined on Apr 11, 2025
Great food and service! Atmosphere is good and waitress was great! One of my favorite places. Pomodoro sauce is the best!
Vallozzi's Pittsburgh
4.6 (2292)
$31 to $50
Italian
Downtown
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!
Top review
Kristina
Dined 2 days ago
We had a WONDERFUL dinner celebrating my Fiancé's 24th birthday. We've eaten at Vallozzi's before and had a wonderful experience, but our dinner last night was phenomenal. We were seated promptly after arriving for our reservation. It was a Tuesday night, so there weren't many other groups there. We ordered a bottle of resiling, and we were treated to one glass each of celebratory prosecco, on the house! We also ordered the bread, served with ricotta cheese and oil to hold us over for the main courses. I ordered the Gnocchi and my fiancé ordered the Linguini Florentine. The gnocchi was cooked perfectly! The sauce was so flavorful, as well. It was almost stew-like with carrots, broccoli, peas, and cherry tomatoes in a delicious red sauce. My fiancé loved the lightness of the linguini, and the shrimp was cooked well. As travelers who have visited Italy, we can say with confidence that these dishes certainly match the deliciousness of authentic Italian meals. Though we refused dessert as we thoroughly enjoyed our main courses, our server brought over two tasty truffles. She said she didn't want us to leave without a bit of a birthday celebration. As proven, our server was wonderful and very attentive; she cracked jokes and treated us extremely well. If you're looking for a taste of Italy in Downtown Pittsburgh with attentive and generous waitstaff, don't skip Vallozzi's!
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!
Top review
Kristina
Dined 2 days ago
We had a WONDERFUL dinner celebrating my Fiancé's 24th birthday. We've eaten at Vallozzi's before and had a wonderful experience, but our dinner last night was phenomenal. We were seated promptly after arriving for our reservation. It was a Tuesday night, so there weren't many other groups there. We ordered a bottle of resiling, and we were treated to one glass each of celebratory prosecco, on the house! We also ordered the bread, served with ricotta cheese and oil to hold us over for the main courses. I ordered the Gnocchi and my fiancé ordered the Linguini Florentine. The gnocchi was cooked perfectly! The sauce was so flavorful, as well. It was almost stew-like with carrots, broccoli, peas, and cherry tomatoes in a delicious red sauce. My fiancé loved the lightness of the linguini, and the shrimp was cooked well. As travelers who have visited Italy, we can say with confidence that these dishes certainly match the deliciousness of authentic Italian meals. Though we refused dessert as we thoroughly enjoyed our main courses, our server brought over two tasty truffles. She said she didn't want us to leave without a bit of a birthday celebration. As proven, our server was wonderful and very attentive; she cracked jokes and treated us extremely well. If you're looking for a taste of Italy in Downtown Pittsburgh with attentive and generous waitstaff, don't skip Vallozzi's!
Bravo Italian Kitchen - Pittsburgh - Galleria
4.4 (1051)
$30 and under
Italian
Mt. Lebanon
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.
Top review
JamesVIP
Dined on Mar 29, 2025
Wonderful dinner! Our waitress Shannon was a pleasure and very attentive. I had the pork chops which were delicious and my partner had the lobster and shrimp fettuccine and she stated it also was very good. Good experience!!
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.
Top review
JamesVIP
Dined on Mar 29, 2025
Wonderful dinner! Our waitress Shannon was a pleasure and very attentive. I had the pork chops which were delicious and my partner had the lobster and shrimp fettuccine and she stated it also was very good. Good experience!!
Bravo Italian Kitchen - Cranberry Township - Cranberry
4.4 (919)
$30 and under
Italian
Cranberry
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.
Top review
AnneVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Veal Parmesan was excellent as was chopped salad with salmon on top. Mwahhhhh!!!
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.
Top review
AnneVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Veal Parmesan was excellent as was chopped salad with salmon on top. Mwahhhhh!!!

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