Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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. Lupo Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.2/5 (128 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1908 14th St. Nw Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#29. Pupatella

- Rating: 4.2/5 (140 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1801 18th St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Salad, Pizza, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#28. Modena

- Rating: 4.2/5 (199 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 1199 H St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#27. &pizza

- Rating: 4.2/5 (744 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1250 U St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Vegetarian, Vegan
- Read more on Yelp

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#26. Andy's Pizza

- Rating: 4.2/5 (116 reviews)
- Address: 2465 18th St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#25. Emmy Squared Pizza - Navy Yard

- Rating: 4.2/5 (406 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1300 4th St. Southeast Ste 100 Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Burgers
- Read more on Yelp

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#24. Nero

- Rating: 4.2/5 (188 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1207 19th St. Nw Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Lounges, Pizza, Wine Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#23. Menomale

- Rating: 4.3/5 (620 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2711 12th St. Northeast Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Bars, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#22. Wiseguy Pizza

- Rating: 4.3/5 (1409 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 300 Massachusetts Ave. Northwest Retail 1 Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#21. Atlas Brew Works

- Rating: 4.3/5 (175 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2052 West Virginia Ave. Northeast Ste 102 Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Breweries, Pizza, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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#20. Bacio Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.3/5 (371 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 81 Seaton Place Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp

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#19. Bozzelli's

- Rating: 4.3/5 (310 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1025 Vermont Ave. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Delis
- Read more on Yelp

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#18. &pizza

- Rating: 4.3/5 (1173 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1005 East St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Vegetarian, Vegan
- Read more on Yelp

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#17. DC Pizza

- Rating: 4.3/5 (262 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1103 19th St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Gluten-Free, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#16. il Canale

- Rating: 4.3/5 (4930 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1065 31st St. Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Wine Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#15. Little Coco's

- Rating: 4.3/5 (330 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3907 14th St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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#14. 90 Second Pizza

- Rating: 4.4/5 (290 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1077 Wisconsin Ave. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#13. &pizza

- Rating: 4.4/5 (238 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2224 F St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Vegetarian, Vegan
- Read more on Yelp

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#12. La Casina

- Rating: 4.4/5 (107 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 327 7th St. Southeast Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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#11. Nostra Cucina

- Rating: 4.4/5 (142 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 320 D St. Northeast Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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#10. Andy's Pizza - NOMA

- Rating: 4.4/5 (233 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 51 M St. Northeast Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#9. Tap99

- Rating: 4.4/5 (112 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1250 Half St. Southeast Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Bars, Pizza, Beer, Wine & Spirits
- Read more on Yelp

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#8. Old City Market and Oven

- Rating: 4.5/5 (121 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 522 K St. Northeast Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Beer, Wine & Spirits, Vinyl Records
- Read more on Yelp

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#7. Side Door Pizza & Earlybird DC

- Rating: 4.5/5 (125 reviews)
- Address: 909 New Jersey Ave. Southeast Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings, Sushi Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#6. Menomale NoMa

- Rating: 4.5/5 (111 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 33 North St. Northeast Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Delis
- Read more on Yelp

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#5. Olio e Più

- Rating: 4.5/5 (157 reviews)
- Address: 699 14th St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#4. Timber Pizza - Petworth

- Rating: 4.5/5 (601 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 809 Upshur St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#3. Andy's Pizza - Shaw

- Rating: 4.6/5 (277 reviews)
- Address: 808 V St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#2. Oyster Oyster

- Rating: 4.6/5 (100 reviews)
- Price level: $$$$
- Address: 1440 8th St. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Vegetarian, Wine Bars, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#1. Present Company Public House

- Rating: 4.6/5 (114 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 438 Massachusetts Ave. Northwest Washington, Washington, D.C.
- Categories: Pubs, Sandwiches, 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.