Some of Tucson’s top pizzerias will go slice for slice in a battle for pizza supremacy!
The 2025 Pizza Throwdown and Dessert Duel is happening on Saturday, May 17, from 6 – 8 p.m. Once again, Tucson Originals is hosting the cheesy event at Fresco Pizzeria & Pastaria, located at 3011 E. Speedway Blvd.

Throughout the event, you’ll be able to sample unlimited slices and desserts, and then vote to crown this year’s “Pizza Throwdown Champion” and “Dessert Duel Winner.”
To complement the food, Barrio Brewing will be on-site, pouring a curated selection of local brews.
2025 Participants
- Rocco’s Little Chicago
- Mama’s Pizza
- Fiamme Pizzeria Napoletano
- Fresco Pizzeria & Pastaria
- Zio Peppe
- Bollywood Pizza Co.
- Gourmet Girls Gluten Free Bistro
- Empire Pizza
- Dante’s Kitchen + Cocktails
- More TBA…
Tickets are $65 per person and include three drink tickets and unlimited tastings of pizza and desserts throughout the evening.
Tucson Originals Restaurants is a group of independently owned local restaurants, purveyors, and partners working together to raise awareness of the culinary community in Tucson.
The Pizza Throwdown & Dessert Duel is happening at Fresco Pizzeria & Pastaria, 3011 E. Speedway Blvd. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit eventbrite.com.















