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Tucson's Top Pizza Havens: A Slice of the Old Pueblo

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Tucson, a city celebrated for its vibrant culinary landscape, offers a surprisingly diverse and delicious pizza scene. From the authentic, wood-fired Neapolitan pies that transport you to Italy, to the hearty and cheese-laden Chicago-style deep-dish,...
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Authentic Neapolitan & Wood-Fired Pizza

For those who appreciate the art of traditional pizza making, Tucson boasts a selection of pizzerias dedicated to the authentic Neapolitan style. These establishments utilize high-temperature wood-fired ovens to create pizzas with a characteristicall...

 
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Nestled in a cozy, intimate setting, Anello is a gem for pizza purists. Their naturally leavened, wood-fired pizzas are crafted with meticulous attention to detail, resulting in a light, airy, and flavorful crust. The menu is intentionally concise, f...
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Certified by the prestigious Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, Fiamme is dedicated to preserving the authentic craft of Neapolitan pizza. Their pizzaiolos use imported Italian flour and a blistering hot wood-fired oven to achieve the signature so...
Fiamme Pizza
 
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Meaning "true love" in Italian, Vero Amore lives up to its name with its passionate dedication to authentic Neapolitan pizza. Their pizzas are cooked in a wood-burning oven, resulting in a beautifully blistered crust and perfectly melted cheese. The ...
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This stylish and contemporary pizzeria is known for its delicious wood-fired pizzas and vibrant atmosphere. Falora's dough is made with organic flour and fermented for a complex flavor, while their toppings feature a mix of traditional Italian and lo...
Falora Pizza

Chicago Deep-Dish & Hearty Pies

For a pizza experience that is anything but subtle, Tucson offers a taste of the Windy City with its exceptional Chicago-style deep-dish pizzerias. These establishments specialize in hearty, pan-baked pizzas with a thick, buttery crust that rises hig...

 
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A Tucson institution, Rocco's is the go-to spot for authentic Chicago-style deep-dish pizza. Their pies are legendary, featuring a flaky, buttery crust filled with a massive amount of mozzarella cheese and topped with a tangy tomato sauce. Be prepare...
Rocco's Little Chicago
 
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  This fun and family-friendly restaurant brings a taste of Chicago to Tucson with its signature pan pizza and "pizza-cookie." The lively atmosphere, complete with retro decor and upbeat music, makes it a popular choice for celebrations. Their pizzas...
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A longtime local favorite, Magoo's is known for its hearty, old-school pizzas with a thick, chewy crust and an abundance of toppings. Their generous use of cheese and classic flavor combinations have made them a staple in the Tucson pizza scene for d...
Magoos Pizza - Magoos, Pizza, Pizza Delivery
 
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While not Chicago-style, Transplant offers another regional deep-dish favorite: Detroit-style pizza. Characterized by its rectangular shape, thick, chewy crust, and caramelized cheese edges, this style is a delicious alternative for deep-dish lovers....
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Casual Pizza Joints & Classic Slices

Sometimes, all you need is a quick, delicious, and no-fuss slice of pizza. Tucson's casual pizza joints are the perfect solution, offering classic New York-style and other thin-crust pizzas by the slice or as a whole pie. These eateries are character...

 
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Located in the heart of downtown, Empire is a bustling spot known for its large, foldable New York-style slices and vibrant pub atmosphere. Their pizzas feature a thin, crispy crust and a wide variety of classic and creative toppings. It's a popular ...
Empire Pizza & Pub
 
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Situated on the lively 4th Avenue, Brooklyn Pizza Company serves up authentic New York-style pizza with a perfectly foldable crust. They use high-quality ingredients and offer a range of classic toppings. Their outdoor patio is a great place to peopl...
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This unique establishment combines a specialty grocery store, a coffee bar, and a fantastic pizzeria all in one. Their deck-oven pizzas are known for their crispy, bubbly crust and high-quality, often organic, toppings. It's a popular spot for a casu...
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A Tucson staple for decades, Upper Crust is a family-owned pizzeria known for its consistent quality and friendly service. They offer a variety of pizza styles, from thin crust to a thicker "double crust," and a wide array of toppings to please every...
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Upscale & Innovative Pizza Experiences

For those seeking a more refined pizza experience, Tucson's upscale and innovative pizzerias offer artisanal creations in a more sophisticated setting. These restaurants push the boundaries of traditional pizza with unique flavor combinations, gourme...

 
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Housed in a beautifully restored historic building, Reilly offers a chic and modern setting for enjoying artisanal, wood-fired pizzas. Their menu features creative toppings and a focus on high-quality, seasonal ingredients. The adjoining beer garden ...
Reilly Craft Pizza & Drink - Tucson
 
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This vibrant and contemporary restaurant offers a unique fusion of Italian-American and Sonoran flavors, resulting in truly innovative pizzas. Their creative pies feature ingredients like birria, roasted green chiles, and cotija cheese, alongside cla...
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Located in the north of Tucson, Proof offers a modern and stylish setting for enjoying their delicious, handcrafted pizzas. They use a high-temperature oven to create a perfectly crispy crust and feature a menu of both classic and inventive topping c...
Proof Artisanal Pizza & Pasta
 
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While not exclusively a pizzeria, Doughbird has quickly gained a reputation for its excellent and inventive pizzas. The menu features unique flavor profiles and high-quality ingredients, with options ranging from classic margherita to more adventurou...
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