Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Stockton area 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 rectangular 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 proof enough: More than 74,000 pizza restaurants were logged in the United States in 2024, up just under 1% over the last five years. 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-rated pizza shops in the Stockton area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants with at least 20 reviews tagged as "pizza" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Stockton were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may serve other food items.

Get ready to find the perfect place for your next slice!

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#27. The Graduate

- Rating: 3.2/5 (22 reviews)
- Address: 2207 Country Club Blvd. Stockton, California
- Categories: American, Pizza, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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#26. Harry's Pizza & Cafe

- Rating: 3.3/5 (21 reviews)
- Address: 619 East Drive Mlk Jr Blvd. Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Burgers
- Read more on Yelp

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#25. Pizza Guys

- Rating: 3.4/5 (90 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6709 Plymouth Road Ste B Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#24. Pieology Pizzeria, Stockton

- Rating: 3.5/5 (429 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6627 Pacific Ave. Ste C Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, fast food
- Read more on Yelp

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#23. Michael's New York Style Pizza

- Rating: 3.5/5 (514 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2300 West Alpine Ave. Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Bars, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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#22. Express Pizza & Grill

- Rating: 3.5/5 (26 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2109 East Fremont St. Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, American
- Read more on Yelp

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#21. Alfalfa's Pizza Deli

- Rating: 3.5/5 (67 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 335 East Weber Ave. Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Delis
- Read more on Yelp

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#20. Pizza Guys

- Rating: 3.5/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1140 East Waterloo Road Ste 4 Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#19. Sam's Pizza & More

- Rating: 3.7/5 (38 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3801 East Main St. Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#18. The Amarvilas

- Rating: 3.7/5 (66 reviews)
- Address: 6880 West Lane Stockton, California
- Categories: Indian, Pizza, Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#17. Eric's New York Style Pizza

- Rating: 3.7/5 (224 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4118 North El Dorado St. Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#16. Sam's Pizza

- Rating: 3.7/5 (51 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1852 Country Club Blvd. Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, New American
- Read more on Yelp

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#15. Halal Pizza

- Rating: 3.8/5 (179 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1540 East March Lane Ste B7 Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Halal, Chicken Wings
- Read more on Yelp

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#14. Vip Pizza

- Rating: 3.9/5 (152 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3499 Brookside Road Ste D Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#13. Dante's California Style Pizza & Cafe

- Rating: 4.0/5 (575 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9305 Thornton Road Ste H Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#12. Mr D's Pizza and Sports Pub

- Rating: 4.0/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 122 East Oak St. Stockton, California
- Categories: Sports Bars, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#11. Town Pizza & More

- Rating: 4.0/5 (28 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1701 North Wilson Way Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#10. Market Tavern

- Rating: 4.0/5 (1774 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 236 Lincoln Center Stockton, California
- Categories: New American, Seafood, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#9. Metro Pizza & Deli

- Rating: 4.0/5 (47 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1820 Monte Diablo Ave. Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Halal, Delis
- Read more on Yelp

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#8. Rice & Spice

- Rating: 4.1/5 (88 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1030 South Hutchins St. Ste 1 Lodi, California
- Categories: Grocery, Halal, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#7. Walkers Pizza & Deli

- Rating: 4.1/5 (33 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4939 East Washington St. Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#6. Caps Pizza and Tap House

- Rating: 4.3/5 (212 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7628 Pacific Ave. Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Beer, Wine & Spirits, Pool Halls
- Read more on Yelp

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#5. Fusion HZF

- Rating: 4.3/5 (52 reviews)
- Address: 8909 Thornton Road Ste 5 Stockton, California
- Categories: Halal, Burgers, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#4. T Bagel Cafe

- Rating: 4.4/5 (43 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 306 East Main St. Ste 200b Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Coffee & Tea, Bagels
- Read more on Yelp

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#3. FIRED Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (157 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 678 Grider Way Ste A Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Caterers, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

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#2. Pizza Guys

- Rating: 4.5/5 (35 reviews)
- Address: 7860 West Lane Stockton, California
- Categories: Pizza, Salad
- Read more on Yelp

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#1. Little Georgie Pizza & Happy Chicken

- Rating: 4.9/5 (35 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10200 North Hwy 99 Morada, California
- Categories: Chicken Wings, Pizza, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Kiersten Hickman, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 321 metros.