Whenever we’re feeling saucywe like to dig into a slice of local pizza. San Antonio’s pizza scene is bubbling with options — and we keep finding ways to top ourselves. If you’re on the quest for the perfect slicewe’ve pie-oneered a list of 27 places to grab pizza that are definitely worth the dough.
Local legends
Barbaro2720 McCullough Ave.
In addition to serving daily happy hour deals from 4-6 p.m.this establishment offers online ordering and reservationsperfect for a night out or a night in.
Big Lou’s2048 S. WW White Rd.
Hungry? You can get a pizza up to 42 in. If you’re not in the mood for pizzathey also offer wingssaladspastaand more.
Goomba’s Pizzeriamultiple locations
If you’re feeling nostalgicthis place has pizza rolls as appetizers. Try this: The Goombas supreme pizza.
Little Italy Restaurant & Pizzeria824 Afterglow St.
Restaurant ownersthe Visocaro familyare from Sicily and they brought their traditional flavors of Italy with them. Enjoy New York and Italian- pizzas as well as a deli if you need freshly cut meats + cheeses. This is one of Newsletter Editor Nick’s favorite pizza spots.
Lovers Pizzeria105 E. Ashby Pl.
This special hole-in-the-wall often sells out of its pizzas so make a plan before heading out and get there as soon as you’re craving a pie.
Grab a slice (or two) from Dough Pizzeria Napoletana.
Photo by Taza de Vida
Fancier fare
Braza Brava Pizzeria Napoletana7959 Broadway St. #300
Fancy wine with your pizza? Stop by every Monday and Tuesday for half-off bottles of wine with your lunch or dinner pizza purchase. Cheers.
Dough Pizzeria NapoletanaMultiple locations
Make it a date night with this pizza spot. Try this: The Margherita pizza and the house-made burrata to start.
Flume Pizzeria200 S. Alamo St.
This pie place along the River Walk brings the best of Texas and Neapolitan- pizza together to create what it calls Texapoletana.
Fralo’s23651 W. I-10
This local pizzeria has shared its family recipe with the cityand it offers live music on select nights.
Volare Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria3902 McCullough Ave.
Whether you’re in need of a date night or a pizza place to cater for your next eventthis spot has something for everyone to enjoy. Try this: The caprese is amazing.
Online ordering
Il Forno122 Nogalitos St.
The meatssaucesand dough are all made in-house at this restaurant. Il Forno also sources local wine and beer as well as veggies from farmers. Fun fact: This pizzeria is ranked 24 on the 2023 50 Top Pizza list for the US.
Fife & Farro221 Newell Ave.
Located inside the Pullman Marketthis eatery is perfect if you’re on the go while visiting or looking to sit down for a more intimate dinner. Fife & Farro also offers pizza making classes every Monday and Tuesday.
Julian’s Italian Kitchen and PizzeriaMultiple locations
This family-owned restaurant has been hand-crafting pizzas for three generationsplus if you’re hosting a gathering it offers a bulk menu.
Trilogy Pizza19141 Stone Oak Parkway #113
Deep dish pizza lovers unite. In addition to delicious pizzayou can’t go wrong with an appetizer saladQuattro Formaggi Cheese Breador both. Pro tip: Sign up for its rewards program and after every five online orders receive a $20 off coupon.
Mad Pecker Brewing Co.6025 Tezel Rd.
Whether you’re in the mood for a pint of beerwingsor pizzathis brewery has it all.
Rome’s PizzaMultiple locations
Gus Nassar introduced the city to this gourmet pizzeria in 1986 and has been serving up unique handcrafted pizzas ever since.
Pizza Papi2842 Goliad Rd.
Don’t let this food truck fool youit’s serving up some of San Antonio’s delicious slices like its Meat Luvr. Don’t forget to wash it down with a Mexican Coke.
Sofia’s Pizzeriamultiple locations
This family-owned pizza shop has three locations across town and offers a catering menu for those larger dinner party plans.
Grab a slice from Lou’s Woodfire Pizza.
Photo by @foodratreviews
If you can’t take the wheat (gluten-free)
Julian’s Italian Pizzeria & Kitchenmultiple locations
Aside from offering gluten-free oven-baked pizzasthere’s also a section of the menu for those who want to enjoy pasta like the Pasta Basilico and Fettuccine Alfredo.
Lou’s Woodfire Pizza11930 US-90 Suite #101
Grab wood-fired pizzassaladssandwichesand more. The pizza spot also offers cauliflower crust and veggie options.
Mellow Mushroom115 N. Loop 1604 E.# 2100
From veggie pizzas with cauliflower crust to its magic mocktailsyou’ll want to try everything. You can also take you pie to go.
Pizzeria Vesuvio1110 S. Alamo St.
Located in the King William neighborhoodthis local staple offers pizzaswingspaninispastaand dessert. We want to try the King William Pizza which has a double crust stuffed with seasoned mozzarella cheesebacon + pepperoni — it even comes with a crown.
It’s delivery
Guillermo’s618 McCullough Ave.
This popular local pizza restaurant asks for a 24-hour advance notice on pizza deliverybut they also offer immediate delivery for an extra fee.
Maar’s Pizza & More, 14218 Nacogdoches Rd.
This is your one stop shop for pizzabeer + cocktailsmozzarella bitesand desserts. Try this: The Jalapeno-Cheddar Meteor Bites.
Pizza PatronMultiple locations
Grab a slice from this pizza place that’s been in the city for over 20 yearsand check out its Los Otros mural at the Medical Center location.
Poppy’s Pizza7115 Blanco Rd. Suite 107
Swing by the family-owned Italian restaurant serving up authentic NY- pizza and some of the best wings in the city. Active service members can get 10% off.
Royal Pizza4415 De Zavala Rd.
Bring a taste of Italy to the table with this local restaurant that has been perfecting it’s pizza recipes for years. Grab a slice of the Spinach & Ricotta pizza or try out a Stromboli.
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