Where to Find the Best Pizza in Minneapolis-St. Paul
Unlike the many places that specialize in a specific kind of pizza, Minneapolis and its sister city, St. Paul, offer nearly every style imaginable.
Here's where you can sample everything from wood-fired Neapolitan nods to bread-y deep dish beauties that demand a fork and knife.
Square Cut
Broadway Pizza
Multiple Locations
With 12 locations across Minnesota, Broadway Pizza dubs itself the “best pizza in your neighborhood," and many diners agree. They offer over a dozen specialty pizzas, or you can build your own. They're known for their square-cut pizzas but also offer thin crust, New York-style, and deep-dish.
Parkway Pizza
Multiple Locations
This popular Twin Cities chain operates four locations across the Twin Cities and offers square cut pizzas for delivery, carry out, or dine-in. They also offer vegan pizza using ingredients from The Herbivorous Butcher. Don’t miss their Minnehaha Greek topped with fresh vegetables and goat cheese.
Red's Savoy
Multiple Locations
Red's Savoy call themselves ‘Sota-style pizza and has multiple locations throughout Minnesota. Their classic square cut style pizzas are thin and fully loaded with toppings, a mixture of two different cheeses and a sweet sauce with a slight kick. For a true #OnlyinMN experience, try their meat raffle pizza topped with their original sausage, pepperoni, Canadian bacon and hamburger.
Detroit Style
Bricksworth Beer Co.
Burnsville & Minneapolis
Bricksworth has two locations — one in Minneapolis' North Loop neighborhood (walkable to Target Field) and one in the south metro suburb of Burnsville. Some of their signature pizzas are the Aloha Friday — their spin on classic Hawaiian — and the Box Logo with Italian sausage crumbles, cup pepperoni, cremini mushrooms, roasted red peppers, and caramelized onions.
Melt Pizza Company
Stillwater
Joining the burgeoning trend of Detroit-style pizza in Minnesota, Melt Pizza Company has been slinging square pies in Stillwater since 2021. Try the Dream Team with pepperoni, ricotta, basil and hot honey or the Funkytown with garlic confit cream, sausage, spinach, onion, mushroom, and pecorino cheese. Order a side of their unique chicken wings with options like tajin honey, orange chicken or Cry Baby Craig Buffalo using the beloved local hot sauce.
Wrecktangle Pizza
Minneapolis
With several Minneapolis locations, Wrecktangle has been very busy perfecting Detroit-style pizzas over the past few years. They even won Good Morning America's “Best Pizza in the U.S.” competition in early 2023, beating out popular spots from Philadelphia, New York, Atlanta and Chicago. One of their most popular pies is the Shredder, topped with pepperoni, pickled jalapeño, whipped Cry Baby Craig’s honey, and pecorino romano cheese. Also look out for rotating Crouching Tiger Hidden Menu combos like the Chicky Chicky Parm Parm (ricotta, garlic butter, breaded chicken, signature cheese blend, Italian shake, red sauce, pecorino romano and basil).
Deep Dish
Frankie's Chicago Style
New Hope & Maple Grove
For Chicago-style deep dish, Frankie’s Chicago Style hits the spot. Try their Italian Garden topped with several fresh vegetables and herbs, or their Frankie’s Special with Italian sausage, pepperoni, green peppers, mushrooms and onions.
New York Style
Broder's Cucina
Minneapolis
Offering both classic and New York style pizzas, Broder’s is a popular spot for Italian food in south Minneapolis. Try their specialty pizzas, including the Pigs and Figs with hot sausage and figs, classic pepperoni, or create your own.
ElMar's Pizza
Plymouth
Offering the most authentic representation of New York-style pizza, ElMar’s Pizza in Plymouth uses a proprietary water solution to mimic New York City’s water for that authentic crust. Try their margherita pie with fresh mozzarella and basil or their white pie (no sauce) with three cheeses, fresh herbs and pepper. For a unique spin, their chicken parm pie is topped with breaded chicken cutlet, basil, fresh mozzarella and garlic oil.
Fat Lorezno's
Multiple Locations
With locations in both Minneapolis and Bloomington, Fat Lorenzo’s is known for its hearty, New York-style pies and colorful murals by Twin Cities artist Ed Charbonneau. Diners can build their own pizza or enjoy one of the house-made combinations like the Carne Pazza, topped with pepperoni, Canadian bacon, sausage and sliced meatballs, or the Alfrenzo, with Alfredo sauce, chicken, artichokes, roasted red peppers, spinach, ricotta, mozzarella and provolone. It’s also one of the only places in the Twin Cities — Surly is another — where you can order a New Haven-style pizza, topped with baby clams in a rich herb sauce with asiago cheese.
Tommie's Pizza
Minneapolis
Serving New York style pizza on Selby Avenue in St. Paul, Tommie’s Pizza is another Black-owned pizza shop in St. Paul. Get pizzas by the slice, personal, or larger sizes for takeout. It’s a family restaurant through and through, with many of Tommie’ own family behind the counter or in the kitchen. Try the Selby with sausage, onion, tomatoes, sauerkraut, and tomatoes or the St. Paul with fresh mozzarella, cheddar cheese, tomatoes, onions, and black olives.
Wood-Fired
Farina Rossa
Minneapolis
Swing by for a slice of artisan pizza from the current home of Farina Rossa. (It first earned a following at a weekly Bang Brewing pop-up.) Their artisan pies are topped with heirloom ingredients and use locally milled flour. Find Detroit-style pizzas, Neapolitan pizza, salads, chicken wings, and more. Gluten-free crusts are available by request.
Mothership Pizza Paradise
Edina
Chef Tommy Begnaud (see also: Mr. Paul's Supper Club) serves wood-fired pizzas that blend the best qualities of Naples and New York right here in southwest Minneapolis. The restaurant does not take reservations, so just pop in for a slice (or two). You can find pizzas, pastas, and appetizers like arancini, garlic knots, chicken wings, and wood-fired veggies. They also offer a gluten and dairy-free menu.
Northern Fires
Minneapolis
Northern Fires' pizza with a sourdough crust — made with locally sourced wheat, meat, cheese, and veggies at their South Minneapolis outpost and Mill City Farmers' Market — should not be missed. Pizzas are seasonal or classic, with options like margherita, mushroom, butternut squash, pepperoni and more. Vegan options are also available.
Pizzeria Lola
Minneapolis
Don’t be intimidated by the crowds at Pizzeria Lola. It's worth the wait. Belly up to the bar for a local brew and patiently wait for a table while you watch piping-hot pizzas bake in the large copper oven.
Pizzeria Lola and chef-owner Ann Kim were featured on Food Network (“Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives”) and Netflix ("Chef's Table"), and have a legion of fans who adore its artisan pizzas. Some of the most popular pies are the Korean BBQ with short ribs, the My Sha-Roni! with pepperoni and house-made fennel sausage, and the Sunnyside with an organic sunny-side-up egg.
Punch Pizza
Multiple Locations
A Twin Cities icon, Punch Pizza serves Neapolitan-style wood-fired pizzas and has appeared on The Travel Channel and earned praise from Meryl Streep and Barack Obama. With 12 locations throughout the Twin Cities, you’re bound to find a Punch near you. Every pizza is made with crushed tomatoes and fresh mozzarella and can be topped with fresh vegetables, meats, herbs, and more.
Red Wagon Pizza
Minneapolis
Once featured on the popular TV show "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives", Red Wagon Pizza in south Minneapolis is always at the top of Twin Cities lists for favorite pizza places. With a dozen specialty pizzas on the menu, one of their most popular pies, the Red Wagon, features red sauce, sopressata, banana peppers, chili flakes, and is drizzled with a fig balsamic reduction.
Rosalia
Minneapolis
This Mediterranean-inspired restaurant from chef/restauranteur Daniel Del Prado is located near Lake Harriet in Minneapolis and offers takeout or dine-in for their popular pizzas. Rosalia’s wood fired pizzas are the star with options like the Zucca, topped with butternut squash, onion, feta, hazelnut, oregano and honey or the Bianca with three different cheeses, including a lemon ricotta.
Red Rabbit
Minneapolis & St. Paul
Located in the North Loop neighborhood and Grand Avenue in St. Paul, Red Rabbit’s wood-fired pizzas are thin and crispy, topped with fresh ingredients like confit mushrooms, spicy salami, and fontina cheese.
Saint Paul Brewing
St. Paul
The combination of a wood-fired pizza alongside one of the craft brews produced on site at Saint Paul Brewing, makes for a great night out within the historic Hamm's Brewing complex. By venturing beyond their initial focus on beer, Saint Paul Brewing introduced their delectable wood-fired pizzas. Notably, their classic Margherita pizza serves as an exquisite complement to their painstakingly crafted assortment of beers.
Tono Pizzeria and Cheesesteaks
Multiple Locations
Tono Pizzeria and Cheesesteaks have exploded across the Twin Cities with six locations. The individual-sized pizzas use dough and sauce recipes developed in Italy over 45 years ago. Try the Don Carlo with pepperoni, hot honey, burrata and basil or the Tono (spicy or not spicy) with sausage, pepperoni, caramelized tomato and onion and red chili oil.
Traditional
Cossetta
St. Paul
Cosetta first opened in 1911 as a tiny food market before moving to its current location in 1984 near downtown St. Paul. Visitors can order a slice of pizza or an entire pie. Cosetta’s takes pride in its ingredients, like the select California tomatoes, artisan cheese and house-made sausage. Diners often have trouble deciding between pizza and the delicious pastas, sandwiches or salads.
Pizza Lucé
Multiple Locations
Pizza Lucé serves award-winning pizza and offers many vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. Some of their post popular pies are the Luce, loaded with Italian sausage, garlic, onion and extra mozzarella; the baked potato pizza with mashed potatoes, broccoli, cheddar cheese, tomatoes and bacon; or the wild mushroom with a delicious mushroom blend.
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Black Sheep Pizza
Minneapolis
Located in Minneapolis' North Loop and Eat Street neighborhoods, Black Sheep Pizza was Minnesota’s first coal-burning pizza restaurant. Offering more than a dozen specialty pies, their most popular pizza is topped with ricotta, meatballs, and fresh garlic.
Boludo
Minneapolis
This Argentinian spot is known equally for their pizza and empanadas. Boludo’s pizza dough is tender and chewy, with a great char. These oblong-shaped pies are a Twin Cities must-try and come topped with classic ingredients like pepperoni, margarita, with one of their most popular pies, the Peras, topped with pear, gorgonzola, pine nuts, and dill.
Davanni's
Multiple Locations
A popular Twin Cities chain, Davanni’s has been open since 1975 and currently operates 21 locations throughout the metro. With thin, traditional, deep-dish or gluten-free crust, everyone can have their favorite. They also offer calzones, pasta, and hot hoagies. Don't miss their garlic cheese bread, it's the perfect side to any of their pizzas.
Football Pizza
Minneapolis & Eagan
Yes, this delicious pizza is shaped like a football. The pizza originated at Crescent Moon Bakery, an Afghan eatery and has now expanded into two locations in Northeast Minneapolis and Eagan. The oblong pies at Football Pizza are topped with classic options like meat lovers, veggie lovers, Hawaiian, and more. Whatever kind you like, don’t miss out on the green sauce for dipping.
Mario's Pizza
St. Paul
Specializing in Sicilian pan pizzas, Mario’s uses organic Biano DiNapoli tomatoes, fresh produce and high-quality flour in its pies. With the thicker crust, it’s a hefty bite and holds up to toppings like sausage, pepperoni, oyster mushrooms, ricotta, and more. Co-owners Jason Hansen and Peter Sebastian are also behind the St. Paul staple Estelle and Woodbury's breakout hit Liliana. While they both serve dynamite pasta dishes, Estelle also pulls its inspiration from Spain and Portugal, making it one of the best places in the Twin Cities to try authentic tapas.
Mucci's
St. Paul
Serving pizza with a fried dough base (an Italian style known as Montanara), Mucci’s in St. Paul is one of the best spots for a slice in the Twin Cities. One of their most popular pies, the Maggie is topped with crushed tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, and pecorino. If you can’t make it to their St. Paul spot, find their pizza in the frozen case at many local grocery stores.
Pig Ate My Pizza
Robbinsale & Bloomington
Travail's cult Pig Ate My Pizza concept is back after a brief run under the Nouvelle Brewing banner. The restaurant group's small-batch beer is still on tap; it's just a supporting player now. And not just on Travail's home turf (downtown Robbinsdale). A second location opened in Bloomington — not far from the Mall of America — in 2025. Both feature the phenomenal Piggy Pie, a brioche crust topped with bacon, sausage, pepperoni, garlic oil and a chef-y bacon emulsion. Other pizzas are topped with cheese curds, whipped ricotta, and more. Check their menu for their seasonal and rotating specials.
Pizza Karma
Multiple Locations
This tandoor-fired pizzeria has several locations and food trucks across the Twin Cities. Pizza Karma serves Indian-inspired pizzas with a buttermilk crust and flavors like chicken tikka, creamy coconut shrimp, and lamb meatball. The menu was developed by local chef/best-selling author Raghavan Iyer, a pioneer in bringing Indian flavors to a broader American audience who won a James Beard Award for his video series "Indian Curries: The Basics and Beyond." (Iyer passed away in 2023, after a long battle with cancer.)
Pizzeria Pezzo
White Bear Lake & Woodbury
Blending flavors and styles from Chicago, New York, and Italy, Pizzeria Pezzo in White Bear Lake and Woodbury creates simple and delicious handcrafted pizzas. Choose from coal-fired pizza or Chicago-style deep dish, with toppings of fresh basil, Italian sausage, peppadew peppers, house-made meatballs, and more.
QC Pizza
Mahtomedi
At QC Pizza in Mahtomedi (the QC is a nod to the Quad City-style pizza that's popular in Iowa and Illinois), the Kinda Big Dill pizza went viral and has been satisfying customers ever since. This unique pizza features a homemade garlic-dill sauce, smoked Canadian bacon, thinly sliced dill pickles and mozzarella cheese. If pickles are not your thing, QC's many other specialties include the Sausage King (a simple-is-sometimes-better mix of house-made sausage, red sauce and mozzarella), the Sour Pig (Canadian bacon crossed with sauerkraut) and the brilliant Gruyère blend that is Kinda the Big Cheese.
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