Pizza has earned its stripes as a quintessential American comfort food, despite its Italian origins. From the streets of New York City to the alleys of San Francisco, this versatile dish has been adapted and embraced across the United States, symbolizing the nation’s blend of cultures and tastes. While the country is home to an array of pizza styles—be it the thin crusts of New York, the deep dishes of Chicago, or the square slabs of Detroit—there’s an underlying quest to honor the authentic Neapolitan traditions that gave birth to this worldwide favorite.
According to a survey by the pizza assessment company 50 Top Pizza, the United States is home to some of the best pizzerias in the world. Their 2023 rankings list the top 100 pizzerias globally, with 15 of them located in America.
The survey sends undercover evaluators to score establishments based on factors like ingredient quality and customer service. Here is a reverse-counted list of the top 15 pizzerias in the United States, according to the 50 Top Pizza rankings for 2023:
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15. Fabrica Pizza in Tampa, Florida
Established in 2015, Fabrica Pizza skillfully blends traditional techniques with modern flair. Known for its customizable options and high-quality, hand-stretched dough, it grabbed the 97th spot on the global list.
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14. Spacca Napoli Pizzeria in Chicago
Going against Chicago’s deep-dish grain, Spacca Napoli offers bona fide Neapolitan pizzas. Using unique ingredients from Italy and baking in a Naples-crafted oven, it’s the 93rd best pizzeria in the world.
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13. Ops in Brooklyn, New York
Ranked 92nd globally, Ops delivers well-hydrated, nicely leavened pizzas made with local produce. It’s also known for excellent customer service and a selection of natural wines.
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12. Pasquale’s Pizzeria Napoletana in South Kingstown, Rhode Island
Placing 76th on the world list, Pasquale’s specializes in certified, authentic Neapolitan pizzas. The pizzeria is particularly noted for its light, airy crusts.
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11. La Leggenda Pizzeria in Miami
Coming in at 73rd globally, this Miami Beach hotspot is run by Giovanni Gagliardi, a lifetime pizza maker. La Leggenda captures the essence of Neapolitan pizza tradition.
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10. Kesté in New York
Situated in NYC’s Financial District,Kesté holds the 72nd spot globally. The pizzeria is overseen by Robert Caporuscio, who is committed to promoting authentic Neapolitan pizza-making techniques.
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9. Song’E Napule in New York
Ranked 33rd in the world, this West Village establishment delivers traditional, classic pizzas under the guidance of seasoned chef Ciro Iovine.
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8. Jay’s Artisan Pizzeria in Kenmore, New York
Securing the 28th position globally, this Buffalo-area pizzeria distinguishes itself by sticking to Neapolitan and Detroit-style traditions while incorporating high-quality local and international ingredients.
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7. O’ Munaciello in Miami
Inspired by Neapolitan and Florentine traditions,O’ Munacielloearned the 22nd spot. All pizzas are made with 48-hour fermented dough and Italian ingredients.
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6. Ribalta in New York
This pizzeria, which holds the 22nd position on the global list, goes all-out traditional. Using Italian flour, yeast, and buffalo-milk mozzarella, Ribalta offers a classic Neapolitan experience.
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5. Pizzeria Bianco in Phoenix, Arizona
Earning 21st place globally, Chris Bianco’s venture revolutionized the American pizza scene, initially operating from a grocery store corner. Now it’s a multi-location success.
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4. Tony’s Pizza Napoletana in San Francisco
With a 19th global ranking, Tony Gemignani’sestablishment showcases a wide variety of pizza styles, all prepared in an assortment of specially designed ovens.
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3. Ken’s Artisan Pizza in Portland, Oregon
Landing at 18th on the global list, this pizzeria offers “Italian-inspired, American-accented” pizzas. Known for its innovative and original creations, it’s a hit on the West Coast.
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2. Razza Pizza Artigianale in Jersey City, New Jersey
Securing 11th place globally,Razza is celebrated for its focus on local ingredients and its aspiration to elevate the standard of pizza across the United States.
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1. Una Pizza Napoletana in New York
The top-ranking American pizzeria at 2nd globally, Una Pizza Napoletana, located in NYC’s Lower East Side, is lauded for its natural leavening, simple ingredients, and wood-fired baking technique.
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