Best pizza
Mama's Pizza in Alpharetta, established in 1979, has a large and loyal group of followers who turned out in force to support their beloved pizzeria. Many of Mama's fans got the word about the vote from the restaurant's website and Facebook page.
YOUR PICKS
1. Mama’s Pizza
You say, “Having traveled extensively throughout the U.S., I have sampled many of the best pizza joints available. As a charter member of one of the best informational sites available, pizzatherapy.com, I can state unequivocally that nothing in Atlanta compares to the likes of Pepe’s or Sally’s or Modern in New Haven, several in New York or a few others from D.C. to L.A.
I’ve eaten at several of those nominated herein, but my favorite continues to be Mama’s in Alpharetta. I’ve patronized Jimmy’s place for more than 20 years and have never once been disappointed. No frou-frou, just simple, plain adherence to the basics – great crust, sauce and cheese. And very generous toppings.
It’s somewhat remote for in-town Atlantans, but do yourselves a favor and give it a try if you’re seeking no-nonsense N.Y. style pizza served by a smiling, attentive staff. I’ve patronized this place for more than 20 years and followed their various incarnations in Roswell, Canton and Alpharetta. I’ve entertained my family, staff, relatives and friends many times and never once been disappointed.”
2. Zucca Bar & Pizzeria
3. Antico Pizza Napoletana
4. Mellow Mushroom
5. Fellini’s
6. Fritti
7. Everybody’s Pizza
8. Blue Moon Pizza
9. Rosa’s Pizza
10. Nancy’s Pizza
The Nucci at Varasano's is a garlic, olives and Emmenthaler pizza finished with arugula, capocollo and herbs. Photo: Becky Stein / Special
OUR PICKS
1. Varasano’s Pizzeria
Food and beverage writer Bob Townsend says, “Jeff Varasano is a mad scientist of pizza. So what if he doesn’t use traditional Italian ingredients or wood-burning ovens? The proof is in the great crusts and refined flavors of his pies. One taste of a thin, puffed-up, yet perfectly crispy pizza topped with an unlikely but wonderful combo of sweet caramelized onions and sharp Emmenthaler cheese says it all.”
2. Fritti
3. Vingenzo’s
4. Hearth Pizza Tavern
5. Antico Pizza Napoletana
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1,094 comments Add your comment
JennA
August 24th, 2010
2:23 pm
Oz Pizz in East Point!
OTP
August 24th, 2010
2:24 pm
Pie in the Sky – Kennesaw
Pizza Capri – Holly Springs
Both are better than Everybody’s, Ippilto’s or Fellini’s
Cumming KId
August 24th, 2010
2:25 pm
Johnny V’s Kitchen in Cumming– sorry it is by invitation only
Rockerbabe
August 24th, 2010
2:27 pm
Bambinelli’s in Tucker is great for lots of Italian specialities including Pizza.
seppdawg
August 24th, 2010
2:27 pm
mellow mushroom in conyers
Pizza Pizza!
August 24th, 2010
2:27 pm
Fellini’s on Howell Mill. This location only. By home, Rosa’s on Sandy Plains, but lately inconsistent and rude staff. Better pay attention to your downtown location, boys, or lose customers, including us! Another vote for Greek Pizza at Christos on Delk Rd/Marietta.
Pizza Lover
August 24th, 2010
2:28 pm
Blue Moon Pizza…yummy!
Michael
August 24th, 2010
2:29 pm
Mona Lisa Pizza, Johns Creek.
JEM
August 24th, 2010
2:30 pm
Nancy’s Chicago Deep Dish in Midtown.
Diesel in Roswell.
Believe it!!!
PizzaGirl
August 24th, 2010
2:33 pm
Village Pizza – in Cabbagetown. GREAT vegan pizza
Buckhead Pizza Company – in Buford – just delicious!!
Jim Lesser
August 24th, 2010
2:34 pm
Where is John’s Creek? Is that the name of the subdivision developer. Sounds very far away from Atlanta.
Mahovolich
August 24th, 2010
2:34 pm
If you said Mellow Mushroom you just don’t know good Pizza.
Health freak
August 24th, 2010
2:35 pm
OMG, over 400 comments, over 400 opinions. And all different. That makes you all real “professionals”. Amazed by reading this nonsense…
Pat
August 24th, 2010
2:35 pm
Pepperoni’s in Duluth…awesome.
NY Pizza is gross
August 24th, 2010
2:36 pm
Hate to break it to you yankees, but NY pizza is garbage. If they sell it by the slice, it can’t be good. It’s fast food pizza.
Chicago OWNS pizza in America, and Nancy’s is the best chicago style in Atlanta.
Jim Lesser
August 24th, 2010
2:37 pm
If a pizza place also sells wings, it’s probably not the best pizza in Atlanta.
Holland
August 24th, 2010
2:37 pm
gallas!
Tim
August 24th, 2010
2:39 pm
Blue Moon Pizza on Windy Hill Road is the best, hands down!
Julia
August 24th, 2010
2:39 pm
Hearth in sandy springs Andrew (server) rocks!
DaVinci’s in Smyrna
Both have the freshest ingredients and great customer service!!!!
Best pizza hands down
New Jersey Sal
August 24th, 2010
2:40 pm
I’ve lived here 3 years and haven’t found anything close to the pizza up in Jersey and New York. “good pizza” down here is a joke. I miss Jersey.
andrew
August 24th, 2010
2:42 pm
@ NY pizza ia gross, yes chicargo style deep dish pizza is good, but if ny pizza is garbage why do so many people try to imitate it ?
Michael
August 24th, 2010
2:42 pm
In the following order: Dominos, Pizza Hut, Papa Johns.
Oh, oooops. This was a BEST pizza article. Sorry.
James
August 24th, 2010
2:42 pm
Hungry Howie’s in Lilburn/Norcross
Michael
August 24th, 2010
2:42 pm
Good pizza in the South is like good Mexican food in the South. It’s probably never going to happen.
JB
August 24th, 2010
2:43 pm
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta is by far the best since I came down from NY.
Michael
August 24th, 2010
2:43 pm
I agree with those who say Chicago pizza is better than NY. I think NY pizza just brings back good memories for Yankees, but Chicago pizza has the goods.
Brian
August 24th, 2010
2:44 pm
Mellow Mushroom, Nancy’s, or Fellini’s. Mellow mushroom consistently has the best pizza.
Mikey
August 24th, 2010
2:45 pm
Venti’s on Hwy. 20, west of Cumming. Best service and food quality around that area.
Buckhead Writer
August 24th, 2010
2:45 pm
Elwood’s in Brookhaven!
Buckhead Writer
August 24th, 2010
2:46 pm
And Mojo’s!
Rich
August 24th, 2010
2:47 pm
Corner Pizza – Oglethorpe area – unbelievable
reservoirDAWG
August 24th, 2010
2:48 pm
Mellow Mushroom’s crust is not whole wheat. It has molasses to give it the color. I would never let one of those dirty , pot smoking hippies make my food. Mama’s is the best if you want a traditional NY slice.
NY Pizza is gross
August 24th, 2010
2:48 pm
Why do people try to imitate NY pizza? Same reason so many car companies try to imitate the Honda Accord and not a Rolls Royce.
SusieQue
August 24th, 2010
2:49 pm
Antico
ERC
August 24th, 2010
2:50 pm
Corner Pizza in Brookhaven has a great thin crust pizza and love their Black & Blue pizza!
mfaye
August 24th, 2010
2:50 pm
Pies on Pizza in Fayetteville
ryan
August 24th, 2010
2:51 pm
Nancy’s in Midtown.
gerald
August 24th, 2010
2:51 pm
Red Baron !
LH
August 24th, 2010
2:52 pm
Mama’s Pizza – Old Milton Parkway Alpharetta. YUM!
Bhorsoft
August 24th, 2010
2:52 pm
Big Pie in the Sky in Kennesaw used to be good, but they recently changed their cheese and their pie is now bland and tasteless. Their atmosphere has also degenerated into Chunky Cheese’s without the Whack a Mole. We’ve stopped going and have found Ray’s N.Y. Pizza on Chastain to be much better. Cheese has a good taste, the sauce is just right, and it is a nice, crispy thin crust. There’s more to pizza than just size. The atmosphere is also more adult.
seth
August 24th, 2010
2:56 pm
Fabiano’s in Newnan on the square…worth the drive down there
NY Pizza is gross
August 24th, 2010
2:56 pm
Maybe we should have a separate comment section for New Yorkers, former New Yorkers, and New Yorker wannabes (i.e., New Jersey people).
This way, the normal people who want a good pizza can hear some good ideas.
JLY
August 24th, 2010
2:57 pm
I can’t say enough about Hearth Pizza Tavern in Sandy Springs, and to be honest I’m shocked it hasn’t been mentioned more. They have a standard menu, but it switches seasonally and they also offer “specials of the day” – and their beer/wine list is smaller, but it’s carefully picked out, quality list.
The service there is phenomenal – we’ve been going there about 2x a month since it opened, and even on a day when we get an off server, it’s still fairly good at it’s worst. Throughout the course of our time there, we almost always get a friendly nod from the manager/owner. My only complaint is the wait area/host stand is awkwardly positioned by the door, but when the food it that good, I could care less!
JetMan20
August 24th, 2010
2:57 pm
OZ – East Point.
Lesley
August 24th, 2010
2:57 pm
MAMA’S PIZZA – ALPHARETTA!!
NY Pizza is gross
August 24th, 2010
3:00 pm
You know how Georgia Tech grads get that unexplainable urge to go to the Varsity? It’s the memories, obviously not the quality of food.
I guess I now understand the yankee fascination with New York pizza.
Antonio
August 24th, 2010
3:00 pm
Pizza Hut all the way
Hey NY Pizza
August 24th, 2010
3:01 pm
If you like Chicago style you should try Jagger’s.
Janelle
August 24th, 2010
3:02 pm
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta on Old Milton Parkway has the best pizza in the ATL. I’ve been eating their pizza since I was a kid. Not only is it the best, it reminds me of my childhood. Jimmy and Pete totally have this thing nailed!!
PK
August 24th, 2010
3:02 pm
Jaggar’s Pizza near Emory! Takeout only.