Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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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#30. Marottas

- Rating: 3.7/5 (149 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2289 Lee Road Cleveland Heights, Ohio
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Wine Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#29. Sainato's at Rivergate

- Rating: 3.7/5 (139 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1852 Columbus Road Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza, Sports Bars, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#28. Stancato's Italian Restaurant

- Rating: 3.8/5 (258 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7380 State Road Parma, Ohio
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#27. Harry Buffalo - Cleveland

- Rating: 3.8/5 (474 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2120 East 4th St. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: American, Chicken Wings, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#26. Pizza 216

- Rating: 3.8/5 (417 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 401 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Bars, Pizza, Salad
- Read more on Yelp

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#25. Romito's Pizza West

- Rating: 3.8/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6474 Brecksville Road Independence, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#24. Saucy Brew Works

- Rating: 3.8/5 (378 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2885 Detroit Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza, Breweries
- Read more on Yelp

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#23. Maxi's

- Rating: 3.9/5 (281 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 12113 Mayfield Road Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#22. Pepper's Italian Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0/5 (320 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 12401 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, Ohio
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#21. XYZ the Tavern

- Rating: 4.0/5 (310 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6419 Detroit Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: New American, Pizza, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

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#20. Luxe Kitchen & Lounge

- Rating: 4.0/5 (467 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6605 Detroit Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Burgers, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#19. Eddie's Pizzeria Cerino

- Rating: 4.0/5 (192 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7305 Broadview Road Seven Hills, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#18. Edison's Pizza Kitchen

- Rating: 4.1/5 (277 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 11620 Clifton Blvd. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#17. 27 Club Coffee

- Rating: 4.1/5 (277 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1215 West 10th St. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#16. Citizen Pie

- Rating: 4.1/5 (124 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2144 West 25th St. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#15. Humble Wine Bar

- Rating: 4.1/5 (240 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 15400 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, Ohio
- Categories: Wine Bars, Pizza, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#14. Angelo's Pizza

- Rating: 4.1/5 (1114 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 13715 Madison Ave. Lakewood, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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#13. Vero Pizza Napoletana

- Rating: 4.2/5 (302 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 12421 Cedar Road Cleveland Heights, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza, Gelato, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#12. Dante Next Door

- Rating: 4.2/5 (109 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2247 Professor Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#11. Crust

- Rating: 4.2/5 (289 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2258 Professor Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#10. Scotti's Italian Eatery

- Rating: 4.2/5 (105 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 882 East 185th St. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#9. Pizza Whirl

- Rating: 4.3/5 (166 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1822 West 25th St. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#8. Napoleon's Pizza

- Rating: 4.3/5 (113 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5956 State Road Parma, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#7. Masthead Brewing

- Rating: 4.3/5 (417 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1261 Superior Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Breweries, Pizza, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp

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#6. Dewey's Pizza

- Rating: 4.4/5 (258 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2194 Lee Road Cleveland Heights, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Gluten-Free
- Read more on Yelp

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#5. Tomori's Pizza & Subs

- Rating: 4.4/5 (131 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 15621 Madison Ave. Lakewood, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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#4. Citizen Pie

- Rating: 4.5/5 (239 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 15710 Waterloo Road Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#3. Harlow's

- Rating: 4.5/5 (184 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 14319 Madison Ave. Lakewood, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza, Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#2. Cent's

- Rating: 4.6/5 (109 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5010 Lorain Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#1. Il Rione

- Rating: 4.7/5 (389 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1303 West 65th St. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza, Bars, Italian
- 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.