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Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Columbia, Missouri area by diners

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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 Columbia 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 Columbia 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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#22. Imo's Pizza

- Rating: 2.6/5 (39 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 601 Business Loop 70 West Ste 213D Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#21. Southside Pizza & Pub

- Rating: 2.7/5 (60 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3908 Peachtree Drive Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Pubs
- Read more on Yelp

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#20. McNallys

- Rating: 2.8/5 (85 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7 North 6th St. Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Irish Pub, Pizza, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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#19. Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe

- Rating: 3.1/5 (40 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2513 Old 63 South Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches, Salad
- Read more on Yelp

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#17. Gumby's Pizza

- Rating: 3.2/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1201 East Broadway Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#16. Shakespeare's Pizza

- Rating: 3.4/5 (73 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3911 Peachtree Drive Ste H Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#15. Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe

- Rating: 3.5/5 (20 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3103 W. Broadway Suite 105 Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches, Salad
- Read more on Yelp

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#14. Arris' Pizza

- Rating: 3.6/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1020 East Green Meadows Road Ste 200 Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Greek
- Read more on Yelp

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#12. Wise Guys Pizza

- Rating: 3.6/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7 North 6th St. Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#11. 1839 Taphouse

- Rating: 3.6/5 (41 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 212 East Green Meadows Road Ste 2 Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pubs, Burgers, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#10. Shakespeare's Pizza - West

- Rating: 3.7/5 (66 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3304 West Broadway Business Park Court Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#9. Angelo's Pizza & Steakhouse

- Rating: 3.7/5 (40 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4107 South Providence Road Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza, Steakhouses, Burgers
- Read more on Yelp

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#7. The Italian Village

- Rating: 3.8/5 (48 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 711 Vandiver Drive Ste B Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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#6. Tony's Pizza Palace

- Rating: 3.9/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 17 North 5th St. Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#5. Pappo's Pizzeria and Pub

- Rating: 4.1/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10 West Nifong Blvd. Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza, Desserts, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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#4. George's Pizza & Steakhouse

- Rating: 4.1/5 (44 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5695 Clark Lane Ste North Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#2. Shakespeare's Pizza - Downtown

- Rating: 4.2/5 (580 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 225 South 9th St. Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#1. Pizza Tree

- Rating: 4.2/5 (124 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 909 Cherry St. Columbia, Missouri
- Categories: Pizza
- 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.

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