The Best Pizza in Tucson

Brooklyn Pizza Company earns acclaim for its New York–style, solar‑powered oven slices on Fourth Avenue. The walk‑up service window and casual interior deliver a lively, casual vibe, popular with college students and locals.

They focus on hand-tossed, New York-style pizza sold by the slice or as 16-inch whole pies. Toppings span a range of veggies and meats, and the menu also includes calzones, subs, pasta, wings, and gelato. The restaurant opens daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., with late-night slices served until 2:30 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

Charred Pie, a family-owned Neapolitan-inspired pizzeria in Oro Valley, centers its menu on a wood-fired oven imported from Italy. The interior carries a modern industrial feel with warm wood, red walls, and steel accents, while the spacious patio offers views of Pusch Ridge. The dining room features well-spaced tables and an inviting atmosphere, and the restaurant sits next to the Oro Valley Marketplace theaters.

While the namesake charred pies shine, keep start with the sweet and spicy Korean Gochujang Wings.

Ciao Down Pizza Bistro in Oro Valley emphasizes inventive wood-fired pizzas and scratch ingredients in a casual yet polished setting. The location Rooney Ranch center, with seating indoors and a front patio to catch sunset views.

The signature Snake Bite pizza remains a draw, topped with chipotle-raspberry jam, jalapeños, cream cheese and hickory bacon. The menu also includes salads, starters and desserts from Ciao Down’s Treat bakery. Beverage offerings include craft sodas and ice tea, with full cocktails, beer, and wine.

This mobile wood-fired pizza oven features a mean margherita alongside American pizza favorites, such as jalapeño and bacon. Their Piña pizza takes a Mexican spin with grilled pinapple, red auce, chilorio (Sinaloa fried red chili pork), bacon, red onion, ricotta, and three cheese blend.

While they have an address listed at Vail, they are a food truck, so check their social media to find out where they are at the moment.

Empire Pizza & Pub brings a casual, nostalgic pub vibe to downtown Tucson. A narrow, long space transitions from the walk‑up slice counter in front into a dimly lit, brick‑walled bar area at the back.

While their late night slices come in a few varieties, come back for the Elote pizza, topped with sweet roasted corn, cotija cheese, and chipotle mayo.

Fresco Pizzeria & Pastaria, a family-owned spot on E. Speedway Blvd., centers its menu on scratch-made ingredients, from house-cured meats to hand-rolled meatballs. Owner Mat Cable renovated the space himself, using carpentry skills to build bar-top tables, and kept the decor simple with red, green, and white accents, glossy wooden floors, and tin streetlight-style pendant lamps. Vintage photographs of Cable's half-Italian family line the walls.

The Lasagna layers thick chunky marinara, house-made meatballs, and creamy ricotta over al dente pasta. The house-made Caesar salad, with dressing and croutons made in-house, are also a staple. Furthermore, the restaurant offers their own local delivery.

Jaime's Pizza Kitchen, a family-owned scratch kitchen on E. Congress St. in downtown Tucson, builds its menu around cold-fermented dough, house-pulled mozzarella, and scratch-made sauces and meats. Owner Gabriel Moreno designed the space to channel his family's restaurant history, filling it with lush greenery and photographs of the Tucsonans his grandfather Jaime Moreno brought together for decades. Its location near the Rialto Theatre and across from the historic Hotel Congress draws a mix of college students, concertgoers, and downtown visitors.

They offer an intensely garlicky Caesar salad and standard pizzas alongside adventurous options, such as anchovy.

Locale Neighborhood Italian offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that blends modern elegance with rustic charm. The interior features floor-to-ceiling windows, wooden ceilings, and a historic farmhouse-inspired design, creating a cozy yet sophisticated dining environment. Outside, the spacious verdant patio is adorned with date palms and offers various hangout spots, including a bocce ball area.​ During mornings, sip on a cappuccino and nibble at a sfogliatella and croissant in the cozy bakery.

Popular dishes, include the seven-layer lasagna, Tagliatelle Bolognese, and the Sfoglia with pork and mushroom ragu. Other favorites are the Roman-style Pear Gorgonzola Pizza, Eggplant Parmesan, and the Spaghetti with clams in a white wine sauce. Locale also offers a selection of house-made desserts, such as the Bonet chocolate pudding and the lemon Semifreddo, enhancing the dining experience with sweet Italian treats. Swing by on the weekend for brunch.

Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink, housed in a restored 1906 funeral home in downtown Tucson, blends historic charm with modern design. The interior showcases original features like vaulted ceilings, exposed brick walls, and stained-glass windows, complemented by contemporary elements such as communal tables and industrial lighting. Guests can choose from various dining areas, including the main dining room, a rooftop bar, and a beer garden located in the former hearse garage. Downstairs hosts the Tough Luck Club for cocktails in a speakeasy vibe.

The menu features artisan pizzas and house-made pastas. Popular dishes include the Yukon Gold Potato & Pecorino pizza with roasted garlic and rosemary, and the Pepperoni & Pickled Fresno Chile pizza with mozzarella and fontina. Don’t sleep on the house-made pasta.

Serial Grillers immerses diners in a horror film-themed atmosphere and a casual, counter-service layout. The restaurant offers a relaxed setting with ample seating, making it a popular spot for families and groups seeking pizza, burgers, and sandwiches.

The menu features cleverly named dishes inspired by horror films, such as the Bone Collector pizza topped with boneless chicken wings, mozzarella, cheddar, Buffalo sauce, and ranch dressing.

Time Market offers a warm, rustic ambiance with exposed wood beams, polished floors, and ample natural light. The space combines a café, bakery, and grocery store, creating a bustling yet cozy environment. Known for its artisanal bread, wood-fired pizzas, and curated wine selection, Time Market has been a neighborhood staple since 1920.

For an elegant sandwich showing off their artisanal bread, try the Tonno Capero on a baguette with yellowfin tuna, marinated fennel, Gaeta olives, and preserved lemon. Pair it with their timeless Kale Salad, and if you have room, a slice of pizza.

The team behind Upper Crust Pizza (1909 E. Grant Rd.) and Arizona Pizza Company (4955 N. Sabino Canyon Rd.) renovated the former Ugly But Honest — a car sales and service business that opened in 1933. Now, the space combines pizza and beer in the trending Five Points neighborhood.

Ugly But Honest Pizzeria and Beer Garden centers on wood fired pizza and a laid back neighborhood vibe. An open beer garden adds greenery and creates an easygoing, social atmosphere.

Vero Amore on Swan offers a contemporary dining space accented with bold industrial fixtures and warm lighting. Inside, black steel beams, exposed ducts, and modern pendant lights give the room a refined yet playful feel. Outside, the patio features comfortable lounge seating and red-accented furniture, perfect for enjoying Tucson’s sunshine and evening air. They might also have a speakeasy hidden behind a secret wall...

While they made their name as one of Tucson's first to specialize in Neapolitan-style pizza, they've expanded their menu with other offerings such as Fettucine Alfredo from a flaming wheel of Parmigiano-Reggiano, prepared tableside.

Whole Slvce Pizza brings New York–style slice culture to Tucson’s Mercado District from its walk‑up window in the Monier Apartments. The interior features an art installation by New York‑native Nick Georgiou and gives off a classic pizzeria vibe with local flair. Diners enjoy the casual, neighborhood atmosphere that echoes a friendly New York slice shop.

The menu offers signature pies available in both Classic and Vegan versions, like one topped with salami, Calabrian chili, red onion, ricotta and parmesan. And take the cannoli.

Zio Peppe on East Tanque Verde Road in Tucson offers a modern, welcoming atmosphere with a blend of rustic and contemporary design elements. The interior features warm wood tones, an open pizza kitchen with a stone hearth oven, and comfortable seating that creates a casual yet refined dining experience. Known for its fusion of Italian-American and Sonoran flavors, Zio Peppe provides a unique Tucson culinary experience.

Signature dishes include the El Rustico Birria Pizza, topped with beef birria, mozzarella, onion, and cilantro, served with a side of consommé for dipping. The Fettuccine Alfredorado combines creamy Alfredo sauce with red chile purée and slow-fried garlic, offering a spicy twist on a classic favorite. For dessert, get the Taconnoli, a cannoli-inspired taco filled with ricotta, mascarpone, pistachios, and orange zest