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The Best Pizza in Pittsburgh

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by The OpenTable Team
Updated 26 February 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 (1212)
$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
LoriVIP
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
It was Great! Our server and other staff members were great!
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
LoriVIP
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
It was Great! Our server and other staff members were great!
Pino's Contemporary Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar
4.9 (1247)
$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.
Top review
KymVIP
Dined 5 days ago
We just love it here, again and again. Excellent menu with so many options, nightly specials, and wonderful service. Highlights of this evening were the artichoke appetizer, pork chop entree, and pasta bolognese. And a warm and delicious tamarind hot toddy from the non-alcoholic cocktail menu. There are so many options in Pittsburgh but we’re compelled to just keep coming to Pino’s. We always leave happy!
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.
Top review
KymVIP
Dined 5 days ago
We just love it here, again and again. Excellent menu with so many options, nightly specials, and wonderful service. Highlights of this evening were the artichoke appetizer, pork chop entree, and pasta bolognese. And a warm and delicious tamarind hot toddy from the non-alcoholic cocktail menu. There are so many options in Pittsburgh but we’re compelled to just keep coming to Pino’s. We always leave happy!
Bravo Italian Kitchen - Pittsburgh - McKnight
4.4 (902)
$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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LaurieVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Katie is a great waitress and made our dinner fun!
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
LaurieVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Katie is a great waitress and made our dinner fun!
Talia Cucina Rosticceria
4.7 (866)
$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.
Top review
Donald
Dined on 5 Mar 2025
Our favorite place for dinner before a Benedum show! Great food, FANTASTIC service every time! The perfect place for date night or dinner with friends.
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.
Top review
Donald
Dined on 5 Mar 2025
Our favorite place for dinner before a Benedum show! Great food, FANTASTIC service every time! The perfect place for date night or dinner with friends.
Joseph Tambellini
4.8 (2550)
$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.
Top review
George
Dined 6 days ago
If you prefer great food and excellent service this would be a good choice. It remains our favorite and never once have we have anything but a great experience.
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
George
Dined 6 days ago
If you prefer great food and excellent service this would be a good choice. It remains our favorite and never once have we have anything but a great experience.
Bravo Italian Kitchen – North Fayette
4.6 (923)
$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
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
Kali the server was so awesome. Food was delicious. Wonderful atmosphere as always.
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
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 1 Mar 2025
Kali the server was so awesome. Food was delicious. Wonderful atmosphere as always.
Vallozzi's Pittsburgh
4.6 (2280)
$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
Ron
Dined 6 days ago
Our waiter David was excellent.Efficient and personable. Everyone loved their food. The portions were large. For the first time ever, my Veal Marsala… The flavor was excellent. The mushrooms were delicious. But the veal was tough. It’s never happened before. So I was a little disappointed, but everybody else’s meal was very good. The tiramisu dessert was enough for three people lol. And it was delicious. The beet salads with the poached pears were really, really really good. Great dining experience.
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
Ron
Dined 6 days ago
Our waiter David was excellent.Efficient and personable. Everyone loved their food. The portions were large. For the first time ever, my Veal Marsala… The flavor was excellent. The mushrooms were delicious. But the veal was tough. It’s never happened before. So I was a little disappointed, but everybody else’s meal was very good. The tiramisu dessert was enough for three people lol. And it was delicious. The beet salads with the poached pears were really, really really good. Great dining experience.
Bravo Italian Kitchen - Pittsburgh - Galleria
4.3 (1047)
$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
AmitN
Dined 5 days ago
Great restaurant. Warm bread. Had to wait for table despite reservation but wasn’t too long Floors were slightly dirty but food was great and service was also great!
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
AmitN
Dined 5 days ago
Great restaurant. Warm bread. Had to wait for table despite reservation but wasn’t too long Floors were slightly dirty but food was great and service was also great!
Bravo Italian Kitchen - Cranberry Township - Cranberry
4.3 (913)
$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
Mike
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
Great overall experience. Sabrina was pleasant and did a nice job. Their bread they bring out when you 1st sit down is amazing. I started with Tomatoes and mozzarella appetizer. Nice sized portion and very tasty even with tomatoes out of season. Veal Parm with buttered pasta noodles was delicious. Prices are reasonable. I used in kind app for $25 off as well. Definitely will go back.
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
Mike
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
Great overall experience. Sabrina was pleasant and did a nice job. Their bread they bring out when you 1st sit down is amazing. I started with Tomatoes and mozzarella appetizer. Nice sized portion and very tasty even with tomatoes out of season. Veal Parm with buttered pasta noodles was delicious. Prices are reasonable. I used in kind app for $25 off as well. Definitely will go back.

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