Highest-ranked pizza restaurants in Raleigh by diners
Highest-ranked pizza restaurants in Raleigh by diners
Pizza is one of those universal languages that Americans just get. Even if the styles are vastly different based on the region—like a thin wide slice from New York, a thick square cut with crispy edges from Detroit, or deep cheesy pie in a pan from Chicago—many 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 enough proof: more than 73,000 pizza restaurants were logged in the United States in 2023. 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 180 slices of pizza in a year, 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.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-ranked pizza restaurants in Raleigh using data from Yelp. Data is as of March 29, 2024. Businesses were selected using Yelp's ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only restaurants with at least 25 reviews were considered.
Note: The photos in this article are stock images and do not depict the specific restaurants listed or the dishes they serve.
#30. Manchester's Grill
- Rating: 3.8/5 (134 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9101 Leesville Road Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, american, bars
- Read more on Yelp
#29. Five Bros Pizza
- Rating: 3.9/5 (29 reviews)
- Address: 6300 Creedmoor Road Ste 182 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, italian, chicken wings
- Read more on Yelp
#28. Ruckus Pizza, Pasta, and Spirits
- Rating: 3.9/5 (148 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2233 Avent Ferry Road Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, dive bars, sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#27. Big Cheese Pizza
- Rating: 3.9/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1030 North Rogers Lane Ste 139 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza
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#26. Bella Monica
- Rating: 3.9/5 (616 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3121-103 Edwards Mill Road Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: italian, pizza, wine bars
- Read more on Yelp
#25. Mellow Mushroom Raleigh
- Rating: 3.9/5 (380 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 601 West Peace St. Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, sandwiches, burgers
- Read more on Yelp
#24. Assaggio's
- Rating: 3.9/5 (258 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3501 West Millbrook Road Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: italian, pizza
- Read more on Yelp
#23. Dantes Italiano
- Rating: 4.0/5 (163 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 13200 New Falls Of Neuse Road Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: italian, pizza
- Read more on Yelp
#22. Manhattan Pizza
- Rating: 4.0/5 (109 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9660 Falls Of Neuse Road Ste 133 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza
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#21. MOD Pizza
- Rating: 4.0/5 (201 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2071 West Millbrook Road Ste 103 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, fast food
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Randy's Pizza
- Rating: 4.1/5 (176 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2458 Wycliff Road Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza
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#19. Trophy Brewing
- Rating: 4.1/5 (620 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 827 West Morgan St. Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: bars, breweries, pizza
- Read more on Yelp
#18. V Pizza
- Rating: 4.1/5 (101 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7930 Skyland Ridge Pkwy Ste 100 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: chicken wings, pizza, sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Wakefield Tavern
- Rating: 4.2/5 (231 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 13200 Falls Of Neuse Road Ste 101 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: american, pizza, sports bars
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Milton's Pizza and Pasta - Raleigh
- Rating: 4.2/5 (239 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8853 Six Forks Road Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, italian, cocktail bars
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Il Falò
- Rating: 4.2/5 (60 reviews)
- Address: 3931 Macaw St. Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: italian, pizza
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#14. Avent ferry pizza
- Rating: 4.2/5 (30 reviews)
- Address: 3231 Avent Ferry Road Ste 102 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza
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#13. Gino's Pizza
- Rating: 4.2/5 (293 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6260 Glenwood Ave. Ste 126 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza
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#12. Milton's Pizza and Pasta - Wakefield
- Rating: 4.2/5 (185 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 14520 Falls Of The Neuse Road Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, italian, sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Venture Pizza
- Rating: 4.2/5 (42 reviews)
- Address: 2320 Bale St. Ste 114 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, chicken wings, salad
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#10. Cristo's NY Style Pizza
- Rating: 4.3/5 (199 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1302 East Millbrook Road Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, italian, pasta shops
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Tazza Kitchen Village District
- Rating: 4.3/5 (573 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 432 Woodburn Road Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, new american, cocktail bars
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Giorgio Pizza Bar
- Rating: 4.3/5 (35 reviews)
- Address: 141 Park At North Hills St. Ste 112 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza
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#7. Mike's Pizza Italian Restaurant
- Rating: 4.4/5 (92 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3919 New Bern Ave. Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, italian, sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Vivo Ristorante Pizzeria
- Rating: 4.4/5 (409 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7400 Six Forks Road Ste 2 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: italian, pizza
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Oakwood Pizza Box
- Rating: 4.5/5 (251 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 610 North Person St. Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza
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#4. Frank's Pizza & Italian Restaurant
- Rating: 4.5/5 (167 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2030 New Bern Ave. Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, italian
- Read more on Yelp
#3. DeMo's Pizzeria & Deli
- Rating: 4.5/5 (312 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 222 Glenwood Ave. Ste 121 Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, delis
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Peri Brothers Pizza
- Rating: 4.5/5 (309 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7321 Six Forks Road Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: pizza, italian, pasta shops
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Karavan by 3 Olives
- Rating: 4.7/5 (107 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1493 Garner Station Blvd. Raleigh, North Carolina
- Categories: uzbek, pizza, italian
- Read more on Yelp
This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Kiersten Hickman, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 314 metros.
