Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Tampa 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 Tampa 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 Tampa 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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#28. Cappy's Pizza

- Rating: 4.0/5 (170 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 16019 Tampa Palms Blvd. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Greek
- Read more on Yelp

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#27. Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings

- Rating: 4.0/5 (323 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 13020 North Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Chicken Wings
- Read more on Yelp

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#26. ABC Pizza House

- Rating: 4.0/5 (180 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1242 West Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#25. Market at EDITION

- Rating: 4.0/5 (116 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 500 Channelside Drive Floor Ground Edition Tampa Bay, Florida
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Italian, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#24. Cappy's Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.0/5 (210 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3200 West Bay-to-Bay Blvd. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#23. Ledo Pizza

- Rating: 4.1/5 (137 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 14432 North Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#22. Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria

- Rating: 4.1/5 (662 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 514 North Franklin St. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#21. Hampton Station

- Rating: 4.1/5 (167 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5921 North Nebraska Ave. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Beer Bar, Vinyl Records
- Read more on Yelp

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#20. Viva Napoli

- Rating: 4.1/5 (173 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4301 West El Prado Blvd. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Wine Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#19. Forbici Modern Italian

- Rating: 4.1/5 (669 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1633 West Snow Ave. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Italian, Bars, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#18. Taste Of New York Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.2/5 (189 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 17503-C Preserve Walk Lane Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#17. The Blind Goat Food and Drink

- Rating: 4.2/5 (301 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4106 Henderson Blvd. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Sports Bars, Chicken Wings
- Read more on Yelp

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#16. Eddie & Sam's NY Pizza

- Rating: 4.2/5 (1522 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 203 East Twiggs St. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Desserts, Salad
- Read more on Yelp

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#15. BellaBrava - Tampa

- Rating: 4.3/5 (271 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1015 Gramercy Lane Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Bars, Italian, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#14. Doormét

- Rating: 4.3/5 (231 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1155 South Dale Mabry Hwy Ste 12 Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, New American
- Read more on Yelp

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#13. Santoro's Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.3/5 (314 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1329 West Cass St. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#12. CALI - Tampa Palms

- Rating: 4.3/5 (795 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 17004 Palm Pointe Drive Tampa, Florida
- Categories: New American, Breakfast & Brunch, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#11. Tomato Joes Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.3/5 (108 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7032 West Waters Ave. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#10. Nabruzzi Trattoria

- Rating: 4.3/5 (587 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6062 Van Dyke Road Lutz, Florida
- Categories: Italian, Wine Bars, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#9. Three Brothers Pizza

- Rating: 4.3/5 (282 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 17773 Gunn Hwy Odessa, Florida
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Wraps
- Read more on Yelp

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#8. Due Amici Pizza & Pasta Bar

- Rating: 4.3/5 (585 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1724 East 7th Ave. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#7. Thomas P's Sports Bar & Patio

- Rating: 4.4/5 (175 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 12836 Henderson Road Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Sports Bars, Pizza, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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#6. Foodys Restaurant

- Rating: 4.4/5 (163 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7512 West Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Diners, Breakfast & Brunch, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#5. Cali - South Tampa

- Rating: 4.4/5 (356 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 217 South Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, Florida
- Categories: New American, Breakfast & Brunch, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#4. Pizzitalia's

- Rating: 4.4/5 (126 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6742 Memorial Hwy Town 'n' Country, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#3. Fabrica Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (509 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 142 South Meridian Ave. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Salad, Pizza, Beer Bar
- Read more on Yelp

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#2. Lee's Grocery

- Rating: 4.5/5 (246 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2210 North Central Ave. Tampa, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Beer Bar
- Read more on Yelp

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#1. Florish

- Rating: 4.9/5 (139 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2307 South Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa Bay, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Vegan, Vegetarian
- 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.