The Most Scrumptious Pizza in Denver

Cranelli's Italian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.4 (2237) • $$

"I finally made it here after hearing about it from several people. Cranelli's is quite busy with people seated outside and inside. The environment can be quite loud making conversations difficult. So keep that in mind. The prices are reasonable and if you check in for Yelp your first time, you get garlic knots for free.The fettuccine Alfredo with chicken was delicious. It's creamy and it's just super tasty. If you order it with chicken, it's like the Olive Garden one. The Arancinis are a tasty appetizer and it's just like a giant deep fried cheese ball. The garlic knots are full of flavor. They have specials every now and then. I ordered the strawberry margarita and that was quite delicious. It's also a lot bigger than I assumed."

Osteria Marco

★★★★☆ 4.1 (1870) • $$$

"The space is pretty big in the lower level of the restaurant. There were several tables with patrons. It was still early in the evening when we were seated quickly yet the pizza did take a while to arrive although it was really delicious. Too bad I didn't have enough time to revisit this establishment to try other items on the menu.Heads up they have a few service charges that are not usual in most restaurants."

Angelo's Taverna

★★★★☆ 4.4 (1180) • $$

Hops & Pie

★★★★☆ 4.3 (1136)

"My husband and I got takeout from here the other day and shared:- Crispy Pork Sandwich with Pasta Salad- BYO Detroit Style Pizza with Pineapple, Pepperoni, and Caramelized OnionsEverything was phenomenal. I'm always hesitant to order sandwiches for takeout but this one was still so good. The pizza had the crispy cheese crust that was done perfectly. I'd love to dine in because I'm sure it's even better."

Blue Pan Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.4 (899) • $$

"Went here on 7/14/24. Been meaning to come back here sooner but life got in the way. Damn, did I miss this place. Still fantastic like when I had it for the first time. Atmosphere is great. All things Michigan. It was pretty busy on a Sunday night. It's a small dinning area so not a lot of tables. You may have to wait for a table. Pizza is so good! We got the Brooklyn Bridge and it was great. Def want to try other toppings. Great food and drink. Maybe it won't be 8 years between visits. Cheers!"

Blue Pan Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.4 (832) • $$

"Came here to watch the game. Grabbed a beer and got the Brooklyn bridge. Pizza was pretty good. Amazing crust, flavor was pretty good. Crunch was 10/10 inside of pizza was 8.2/10 alil soft for my liking. All and all it was pretty delicious. Service was great. Bar tender was prompt. Ambiance was lovely and rambunctious"

Grammy's Italian Goodies

★★★★★ 4.5 (659) • $$

"Everything here not just tastes good, but is made with love and quality ingredients . This place changed my life. It took us (me & wife) days to finish a single order of garlic knots ($6.95 and worth it). Love the sauce, meat sauce, meatballs, I love it all.But that's not all you get. LOOK at the dessert pictures. BEHOLD the glory of the pastries. Most popular are the cream puffs, of course the cannot, tiramisu and other classics are on point. Grammy does not play, people. Shes playing for keeps... WITH YOUR HEART. You've been warned."

Sliceworks

★★★★☆ 4.2 (649) • $

"Absolutely loved my late night pizza experience here. They had many choices, even so late into the night, and the pies were still fresh. The service was fast and friendly, and they actually have a very nice seating area with lots of table space that is separated from the kitchen and gives a cozy feel while you enjoy your food. It was pretty consistent traffic even for the hour. I know this is the best late night pizza. I tried the vodka, cream sauce, pizza, and it was delightful, adding a little extra depth of flavor that the traditional cheese pizza doesn't quite achieve. I will definitely be back."

Bar Dough

★★★★☆ 4 (696) • $$

"$100 for a great meal for two. What we got: Margherita pizza & mushroom ravioli. Pizza was pretty standard, crust was delicious. Ravioli was so so good and well portioned. Drinks are a little on the pricier end, but we're used to Dallas prices. Environment: We grabbed a seat in front of the kitchen right before rush dinner hour. Very clean and beautiful decor. Service: Didn't get his name, but our waiter was such a cool guy; kind, friendly, knowledgeable, checked in on us just the right amount of times. Side note: pizza chef needs a hell of a raise. Idc how much he's making - he's not making enough. That man puts in work."

Parisi

★★★★☆ 4 (684) • $$

"Really mediocre pizza served with a side of surliness. Pizza crust is floppy and quite unappealing. Best thing was the gelato All flavors were bland.Much prefer Marcos, Blue pan, and homegrown tap and dough"

Brooklyn's Finest Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.4 (544) • $$

"Found this place on yelp and it was really good! It is in a strip mall with a liquor store next door and this place is extremely busy! We went on a Monday night and it was packed. Luckily I ordered ahead and when I arrived, my order was ready. I ordered the God Father pizza, caprese salad, and the spicy sausage calzone. Everything was so good! the calzone was spicy and really tasty. The caprese salad was fresh and really good! Will definitely be back!"

Sliceworks

★★★★☆ 4.1 (621) • $

"They're kinda jerks in here. They won't let you sit upstairs. I don't know what's going on with this building and why they're competing with their own upstairs, but even after we bought and paid for you food they watched us and yelled at us when we were going to go upstairs. It was just super rude. Forget about the pizza, how about don't treat customer like crap!"

Pasta Jay's

★★★★☆ 3.6 (804) • $$

"Was it 5 years since my last visit? Nothing has changed except a nice happy hour!Great '50's music, sidewalk cafe, and good service from Kaili!"

Tony P's Bar & Pizzeria

★★★★☆ 3.6 (783) • $$

"Loved this old establishment. We had the mushroom appetizer, family Cesar salad and family spaghetti and meatballs. Could have fed 6 people we were only 3 of us. Great waiter everything was clean except one fly flew around us for an hour. Great experience in town for a convention. Hotel manager recommended place. Excellent choice!!! The house cab was very good and a big portion. Special thanks Taylor Hernandez hand model in pictures."

Black Shirt Brewing

★★★★★ 4.5 (451) • $$

"We are a beer state Love the uniqueness that each brewery brings. They carriy 12 different beers that they brew in-house. They serve cocktails, wines, seltzer, hard seltzer, spirits and sour beer that I wanna go back for. That's not unique. It makes them a spot to go.! What's unique is their delicious pizza crust is made from their spent grains and the taste is distinct. There's a bit of sweetness to it. Love it! I also learned that Jimmy and Karen the husband and wife owners love what they do. This is not just business as usual to them. One of them is always at the location. BSB opened in 2012 and they took over in Dec. of 2021. Certain nights there's a live music. They've received numerous accolades for their beer making skills. I wanted to try their in-house brewed beer and the way to go is their Beer Flights. Pick four and start there! You won't see a Food Truck parked in the vicinity. They cook everything in their kitchen."

Via Baci

★★★★☆ 3.9 (591) • $$

"Delicious and friendly! They were very gracious in adjusting the lunch special to gluten free for me, everyone was friendly, and the ambiance is relaxed enough for a lunch break also great for catching up with a friend. They are quick enough also I would easily do a business lunch here. Thank you!!!"

White Pie

★★★★☆ 4.3 (470) • $$

Pizzeria Lui

★★★★★ 4.7 (392) • $$

"Pizzeria Lui needs to be in the conversation for best pizza in Denver. I don't take this bold claim lightly either. Not only do I dine out a lot, but I'd like to think I know my way around a pizza.To me, it's an interesting cross of NY meet Neapolitan. The end result is an artisan, more gourmet style pizza that has incredible chew, flavor and crispiness. This is my type of pizza, and I'm sure some people will disagree.The Lakewood spot is a hidden gem off the beaten path. Even though they brand themselves as more of a takeout spot, there are a few tables for seating. They have some good drink options too, including some $5 beers while you wait.You want to know how good this pizza was? I was planning to take it to go and once I opened the box I knew my self control wasn't strong enough to take it to my destination. I popped a squat and ate half the pie on the spot.The Original ($20) // Ezzo Pepperoni Cups, Red Sauce, Mozz, Smoked Mozz, Jalapeño, Wild Oregano. Holy smokes. Typically I'd judge a pizza place by their cheese first and foremost. But this sounded too good not to try. The smokiness and meatiness from the pepperoni cups paired with the bite from the jalapeños was a flavor combination built for my taste buds. With the crispy crust and undercarriage, this pizza was 10/10.Service is quick and efficient. Only a few people working, but they have a system in place. I love how they ask if you want basil with your pie, and proceed to hand you a small bag of fresh basil. Unbelievable spot and I'm kicking myself for not visiting sooner!"

Homegrown Tap and Dough Washington Park

★★★★☆ 4 (517) • $$

"On Gaylord street near WashPark - I love love this place for HH Pizza, Chicken Parm Slides and Beer. It's all like $5 each! Also - they have some of the best outdoor patio spaces with heaters. You can even play some old school arcade games in their little nook or ask for a table with their ski lifts.Low key, good food, good vibes."

Homegrown Tap & Dough - Arvada

★★★★☆ 3.9 (497) • $$

Blackbird Public House

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (679) • $$

"So I admit it....I am a happy hour slut...you got great drinks and bites I'm there!Blackbird Public House has an awesome Happy hour with a great menu and great prices.Throw in a parking lot on prem and I'm in love.Great ambiance with plenty of space to dine, drink or catch a game on the screen.Great Service...super quick, got everyone's orders right, and was always back to check on us.Food and cocktails were very good. Loved the HH Marg, their pizzas, and mussels.Def come and check them out"

Amir Grill

★★★★☆ 4.4 (375) • $$

"1.5 years later, I'm finally visiting Amir Grill in-person. WEIRDLY, I kinda like ordering takeout from them more. The menu isn't as comprehensive, though they obviously serve the same things. Everything they serve here tastes fresh. My favorite thing to order is the Lamb Kebab plate. I've never really tried anything else. Their hummus and side of sour cream (or whatever dairy deliciousness) is incredible, accentuating every meal. One of my favorites!"

Walter's303 Pizzeria & Publik House Uptown

★★★★☆ 4.1 (431) • $$

"We've eaten here a couple of Times and both times it was excellent. It's in our neighborhood and it's yummy!Pizza is delicious. We had a ham, olive and mushrooms in a regular crust. 15 minutes to perfection The blucifer is messy and tasty as a wrap. The half salad is a fair amount of food and a better option than chips. Service is nice but can be a bit slow. At 6:30pm on Wednesday the place was packed and all the outdoor seating was filled. Turned over twice while we were there. A great neighborhood spot for pizza. Sammies and some select noodles dishes. Full drink menu!"

Pizza Republica

★★★★☆ 3.7 (523) • $$

"The planets must've aligned last Wednesday or we missed a full moon or something. The location in downtown is good but this location in DTC is great! Kevin was our waiter and took care of us from beginning to end. He struck up conversation, made suggestions and was ever so confident with pairing wine with the ladies in our group.The food was on point like the service. Meatball as an appetizer followed by a salad and everyone got pizza for themselves. It worked out and we had a great time catching up. Wish there was more to add but this is as top notch as it gets! Thanks Pizza Republica!"

Sexy Pizza

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (611) • $

"We've ordered from here a few times and it is pretty consistent and decent pizza. I think it's a little on the pricey side for pizza but it's pretty tasty. Quality ingredients and a nice crisp crust."

Sazza Pizza + Salads

★★★★★ 4.5 (343) • $$

"Small little place with lots of fresh and delicious salad and pizza options! Came here with a party of 8 and we were able to squeeze into a booth pretty quickly. The restaurant was clean and it was easy to go up and order and then sit at the table and wait for your meal which is brought to you. Employees were friendly and were quick with any additional items you may need. They also serve beer and wine - frosted glasses were a perk. I'd definitely come back again and would love to try the salads. The pizza is very thin, so make sure you order enough!"

Abrusci's Fire & Vine

★★★★☆ 3.7 (500) • $$

"This was our first time at this location. We used to go to the Cherry Creek location many years ago before they closed. We had family in town and they were coming down from the mountains and love Italian food and so we picked Abrusci's to meet at. We didn't have a reservation and they said it would be about a 45 minute wait. We walked to the bar to order a drink while we wait and spotted a table and was told we could sit there since it is considered bar seating. Perfect! We cancelled our name at the front and sat immediately. Our server was awesome. I wish I could remember his name. He was super nice, quick, and great with recommendations. I tried something new and got the Al Fresca pasta dish. It was so light and the sauce was addicting. Great dish, especially for a vegetarian dish. I would totally order that again. Everyone loved everything they got as well and ended the evening with some delicious cannolis. Man were those good! Great cocktails too. Cool vibe, love their garage doors that roll up making your indoor seating outdoor. It made the restaurant brighter and feel more open. Love it!"

Washington Park Grille

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (592) • $$

"I came here for a birthday dinner and it was a lovely experience. As soon as I came in I was seated and greeted by the server. The menu was extensive and had a mix of everything from steaks, salads, flatbreads, chicken piccata, buffalo burger and more. I ended up having a glass of Sauvignon Blanc wine and steak cobbler salad! Both were a winning combo in my book! I ended up having their tiramisu cake and it was delicious! Definitely a wonderful treat to end the night with."

Wood Paddle Pizza and Tap

★★★★☆ 4.4 (346) • $$

"Fantastic Pizza, such nice staff, great beers on tap... What more do you need?I tried wood paddle pizza for the first time shortly after they opened, must've been five years ago now. I was quickly hooked! I used to live very close and probably ate there way too many times, long before I ever became a yelper. So I was a little nervous going back for the first time in years because I so desperately needed it would be as delicious as it was back then. But, as we know, all too often quality tends to suffer after so much time goes by. And our tastes can change. Well I am happy to report that neither the quality of their food nor my taste buds have changed one bit! My favorite pizza (Armando) is still fire. If anything was missing some of that fennel pollen flavor that I loved so much, next time maybe I'll just order more. But everything else about it was exactly what I remember... Flavorful sauce, gooey cheese, savory sausage, perfectly chard broccoli! And that crust is SO delicious. I actually ate two slices completely. I usually don't eat the edge of the crust because it's either not good or I don't wanna waste the carbs and calories. But I ate every last bite of each piece! Such a great little hidden gem in Aurora! Arguably the best pizza in Aurora in my opinion!"

Gallo Italian Supper Club and Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.2 (367) • $$

"Great Italian pastries. Very fresh and incredibly flavorful Awesome serviceI dream of their cannolis"

Jimano's Pizzeria

★★★★☆ 4 (389) • $$

"Looking for a Slice of Chicago in Colorado? Jimano's Pizzeria in Englewood, CO hits the spot. With their friendly service, generous portions, and authentic flavors, it's no wonder they've become a local favorite.We arrived at Jimano's and sat in the main dining room. Jimano's does deliver if you're looking for pizza to come to you. Jimano's specializes in iconic Chicago deep-dish pizzas - a hearty affair with a one-inch-thick crust baked in a pan. We dove into their signature deep dish, a cheesy masterpiece overflowing with sauce, green peppers, mushrooms, and a generous helping of sausage. Definitely a pizza meant for sharing!While the deep dish was the star of the show, Jimano's offered plenty of other delicious Italian options. For an appetizer we tried Jimano's "Famous Mouth Watering Breadstix". They had a lightly crisped exterior with a light, fluffy interior. They weren't too heavy and had a dusting of parmesan on top. For sandwiches, we had Jimano's Italian Beef Sandwich. Tender Italian beef was piled high on a toasted bun, dripping with jus, and topped with melted cheese. But be warned: the Giardiniera peppers packed a punch! We loved it because we wanted the heat.We had to end on a sweet note so for dessert, we had the Cannolis. The crispy shells were filled with creamy ricotta and chocolate chips."

Viale Pizza & Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.2 (349) • $$

"Viale's is your neighborhood (South Colo. Blvd) pizza/pasta shop that's got a bit more style and a bit more class than your average Italian restaurant. Good prices and above-average meal quality mark it as a go-to regular stopover when you're craving some semolina this-and-that. Very good pizza (ask for the crust to be "crispy") and large servings (check out the size of the tiramisou!) tell you that you're not going away hungry. (I also really like their newest host-person...so kind and helpful).Ciao bella,David(e) M"

240 Union

★★★★☆ 4.1 (345)

Esters Oneida Park

★★★★☆ 4.4 (296) • $$

"Yum! Good service and pizza and atmosphere! Ding ding ding! I've been to the other two location but something about this particular one seems ultra friendly! And I love the spacious area. Pizza is as tasty as the other locations. Bravo!"

Dolce Sicilia Italian Bakery

★★★★★ 4.5 (274) • $

"Definitely a place to stop by to try a variety of delicious Italian treats. Met my parents and 15 year old nephew for lunch. My parents insisted we all order the meatball sandwich. It comes on an 8-9" hoagie roll baked in house of course, with 4 medium sized meatballs, marinara, and ricotta. All the ingredients are tasty, but it is a more than a little messy and wieldy to eat, with meatballs slipping out. I wish they had oiled and toasted the inside of the bread so it didn't get soggy, but that's just my nitpick. Would recommend if you like meatball subs. I think it was $12 or maybe $14 per sandwich (as of 6/2024). Technically I could have finished the whole thing but on a warm summer day I just ate half and took the other half home.They also have calzones and a variety of pizza. The pizza looked really good so I think if I ever go back that's what I'll try. The calzones looked enormous.Afterwards we each got a dessert. I tried a pine nut cookie but then saw it was gluten free. The cookie is basically an American style macaron with almond paste and egg white, then topped with pine nuts. Not the most exciting option but it was fine. I also got a single shot of espresso ($2.50). They had a double shot for $3.50. I kinda wish they just sold the double for like, $3. It was good espresso and they served it in a real porcelain cup with a saucer, so kinda fancy. My nephew got a custard eclair with chocolate icing that looked really good. All the baked goods look super-appetizing. One weird thing was the pricing wasn't super obvious when I was looking at the cooler and cookie shelves. They had a few breakfast options. Everyone working there was very nice even when my parents were talking in a confusing way about what they were ordering and if it was for there or to go."