Best pizza
Photo: Phil Skinner, pskinner@ajc.com
Yes, it’s that time again. Let’s talk about pizza.
It’s been almost two-and-a-half years since we last asked about pizza in Atlanta, so we definitely need to update this one.
It’s said that even when it’s bad, it’s still pretty good. But why eat bad pizza when there’s so much good stuff out there? First, we need to know where to find that amazing pizza. That’s where you come in. Whether it’s thin and crispy or thick and chewy, we want to hear about your favorite place for a slice (or a whole pie).
Tell us your pick for the best place to get pizza in and around Atlanta, and what makes it so special.
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278 comments Add your comment
Kerry
February 18th, 2013
12:42 pm
Avellino’s in Decatur! Great sauce, grea tcrust and the perfect sizes available no matter what your level of hunger.
Robert
February 18th, 2013
12:50 pm
This debate begins and ends with Antico.
erin
February 18th, 2013
12:53 pm
still Antico, followed closely by Hearth in Sandy Springs
Ken
February 18th, 2013
12:53 pm
Rosa’s … Rosa’s … Rosa’s
james
February 18th, 2013
12:58 pm
Vintage Pizza- Chamblee
cw
February 18th, 2013
12:59 pm
Marietta Pizza Company! The ‘Shroom and Spinach Special” is the best!
kennyc
February 18th, 2013
1:02 pm
vintage hands down !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!\
AW
February 18th, 2013
1:04 pm
Double 0 in Sandy Springs is pretty interesting. Cutting with scissors is a little weird.
alex
February 18th, 2013
1:04 pm
grant central in east atlanta
Hans Downey
February 18th, 2013
1:05 pm
Hands down the best pizza hands down is at the Hands Down Cafe at the Shoppes at the Landing at the Enclave at the Reserve at the Preserve at Handsdowne Farms off West Hands Down Road hands down. It is da bomb!
Gerald
February 18th, 2013
1:06 pm
Antico, yeah. But if we’re stretching the Big A enough to include Athens, Ted’s Most Best is a close #2.
pa\
February 18th, 2013
1:10 pm
Everybody’s and Johnny’s New York Style Pizza.
foodfight
February 18th, 2013
1:14 pm
Hans, very funny.
N-GA
February 18th, 2013
1:15 pm
And here I go, 2 1/2 years later still saying that Antico makes the best pie in the GMA area. The ingredients are fantastic and the chew on the slightly charred crust is perfect. It isn’t complicated because it doesn’t have to be. The choices are limited….one size, no slices, strict enforcement of topping options. No subs or pastas. Just Pizza!
Terri
February 18th, 2013
1:16 pm
Max’s Coal Oven….best in Atlanta!
Jen
February 18th, 2013
1:19 pm
Partners Pizza on the southside
Otto
February 18th, 2013
1:21 pm
Pie in the Sky in Kennesaw or Aurelio’s Chicago style
Fat Italian
February 18th, 2013
1:22 pm
Baby Tommy’s Taste of NY in Marietta on 41 – just south of the south loop.
Norfolk & Chance
February 18th, 2013
1:23 pm
Vintage in Chamblee
llw
February 18th, 2013
1:24 pm
fellini’s of decatur rosas maybe #2
Roll Turd Roll
February 18th, 2013
1:24 pm
What ever happed to Dante’s Pizza in Smyrna? In the 80’s this place dominated the “Best of Atlanta” pizza survey. I moved from the area and I was wondering if this place was still in business. Anybody know?
SA
February 18th, 2013
1:25 pm
Johnny’s Pizza – best by far! And they have places everywhere, probably one near you!
Jc
February 18th, 2013
1:26 pm
Stg trattoria pretty tasty
MattyB
February 18th, 2013
1:26 pm
Another vote for Antico
Pizza Lover
February 18th, 2013
1:26 pm
Antico – the best anywhere!!
Tim
February 18th, 2013
1:27 pm
Napoli is Sandy Springs.
Tim
February 18th, 2013
1:28 pm
Napoli in Sandy Springs
MidTown Joe
February 18th, 2013
1:30 pm
Shakey’s Pizza!
ATLnative
February 18th, 2013
1:32 pm
Marco’s Pizza on Jonesboro Rd in McDonough. EXCELLENT!
Fred
February 18th, 2013
1:32 pm
Blue Moon #1. Nancy’s #2
joe
February 18th, 2013
1:34 pm
as a Tech grad my vote goes to the Varisty
Hogans Recepticle
February 18th, 2013
1:36 pm
Antico wins for the freshness and experience. But if you are looking for a simple slice and a beer or a place with options, Moe’s Pizza off Briarcliff and Clairmont is perfect! Felini’s is another great option especially in good weather when you can sit on the porch and watch traffic.
FDNH
February 18th, 2013
1:36 pm
In Roswell, there used to be GREAT pizza ata Zappoli’s on Crabapple, but since they closed a few years agao, I haven’t had a great pizza since. Does anyone know if they went to another location nearby?
Also, what are great pizza spots in Roswell, 30075
George
February 18th, 2013
1:37 pm
Nancy’s Pizza Buckhead/Midtown
Laura
February 18th, 2013
1:42 pm
I have to go with Vingenzo’s in Woodstock
KF
February 18th, 2013
1:44 pm
Vintage in downtown Chamblee.
Sarah
February 18th, 2013
1:46 pm
One of my favorite places for pizza is Hearth in Sandy Springs.
Mike
February 18th, 2013
1:50 pm
Antico, duh.
ziza
February 18th, 2013
1:51 pm
Ammazza, Hearth, Oz
GSU Men's BB Fan
February 18th, 2013
1:52 pm
http://blogs.ajc.com/food-and-more/2013/01/15/18101/
Excessive Punctuation = Overeater
February 18th, 2013
1:54 pm
Ever wonder why some people get so excited when writing about food that they use multiple exclamation points????
Like when I write “It’s Johny’s Pizzur Shack. There bread stix is the BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
Excessive punctuation is actually a cry for help. It is simply the writer’s way of communicating that they haven’t even a modicum of self-control, and they are so food-obsessed that they cannot even communicate about food without getting carried away with hyperbolic phrases and absurdly redundant punctuation.
If you or someone you love suffers from this disorder, please remind them that McDonald’s french fries are the best!!!!!!!!!! They’re sooo salty!!!!!!! And I love fountain drinks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
SCDee
February 18th, 2013
1:58 pm
Bambinelli’s (LaVista Rd) and Shorty’s (Lawrenceville Hwy or NDH) are both very good. Fellini’s on LaVista is very good as well.
Jim S.
February 18th, 2013
1:58 pm
My personal favorite is Max’s. Rosa’s is excellent as well. I still say Everybody’s is top notch, although I wish they still had a VA Highland location.
USMC
February 18th, 2013
1:59 pm
ELBOW ROOM in Buckhead
AND
CAMELLI’s on Ponce or Little 5
Donna
February 18th, 2013
2:00 pm
Hands down…..Antico
USMC
February 18th, 2013
2:00 pm
Don’t forget MELLOW MUSHROOM.
Anthony
February 18th, 2013
2:00 pm
Do Musically Inspired Pizza. Is Great!!!! I love the Rhythm Pizza
There can be only one
February 18th, 2013
2:02 pm
Varasanos. Hands down. Nothing else compares. Antico is good, but is isn’t Varasanos.
JoeInAtlanta
February 18th, 2013
2:03 pm
Ammazza — definitely! Followed by Antico and Fritti.
JusticeinSuwanee
February 18th, 2013
2:04 pm
Cameli’s Pizza – the one on Ponce is my favorite – because of their pizza sauce. Also has the most awesome chicken pesto sandwich on grilled rosemary bread – absolutely to die for
kimmer
February 18th, 2013
2:06 pm
Cosmo’s in larryville
Excessive Punctuation = Overeater
February 18th, 2013
2:08 pm
Hands down!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Pizza Hut!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
sunshine
February 18th, 2013
2:11 pm
MARCOS IN MCDONOUGH
Toriano the bull
February 18th, 2013
2:15 pm
Savage Pizza..Little Five Points
real eyetalian
February 18th, 2013
2:16 pm
Pizza Hut – hands down, case closed
Brownie
February 18th, 2013
2:18 pm
OZ Pizza Downtown Fairburn
lucy
February 18th, 2013
2:19 pm
ammazza!
SuperMama Lee
February 18th, 2013
2:19 pm
Nancy’s in Buckhead… But if you are South Atlanta my vote belongs to Pies on Pizza in Fayetteville… But you guys now have me wanting to try Antico
Excessive Punctuation = Overeater
February 18th, 2013
2:23 pm
Savage Pizza uses canned soup as a topping. If you write “Savage Pizza” your ISDN will be logged and you will be banned from commenting on food again.
Savage Pizza was fine 15 years when there were no other good pizza options in L5P, but there is no reason to eat there now. Unless you just prefer sticky table tops. You can lterally walk (unless you’re too fat) over to Camelli’s or just go to Starbuck’s next door and get a tall regular coffee and smoke a cigarette and wait for that hunger feeling to pass.
John
February 18th, 2013
2:27 pm
Mangarelli’s in Peachtree City. My old favorite was Oz. Perfect every time.
Joanne
February 18th, 2013
2:30 pm
Best pizza in Woodstock area is Taste of Italy on Highway 92 between 575 and Bells Ferry Road…..Big Pie in the Sky in Kennesaw is also very good, but they really need more seating and updated interior.
Bruce
February 18th, 2013
2:33 pm
Gotta go to Americus – Pats Place! get the kitchen sink, less the anchovies, its just awesome
Susan
February 18th, 2013
2:38 pm
Capozzi’s – Buddy’s Capozzi has the Best Pizza EVER!
Jeff
February 18th, 2013
2:44 pm
Antico / Felini’s.
Terry Forster
February 18th, 2013
2:44 pm
Galla’s – Brookhaven
Bambinellis – Northlake
Chris’ Pizza House – Toco Hills
Jake
February 18th, 2013
2:49 pm
Vintage in Chamblee
Rick
February 18th, 2013
2:54 pm
In Roswell, it has to be Belly’s Pizza on W. Crossville (hwy 92)
Connie Hoar
February 18th, 2013
2:58 pm
Love Blue Moon because I love the herbs on the crust! And if we can extend the area to Columbus, Ohio Rubino’s is the best!
CEmoryEDU
February 18th, 2013
2:58 pm
Antico!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! BYOB.
kevin
February 18th, 2013
2:59 pm
Antico.
Fritti and Varasanos are very good as well.
southgate
February 18th, 2013
2:59 pm
Still Antico. No question. Rosa’s is second.
barbara
February 18th, 2013
3:00 pm
Grant Central in East Atlanta
Circle R
February 18th, 2013
3:04 pm
“The choices are limited….one size, no slices, strict enforcement of topping options.” Sounds like Antico is one of those places that has good pie but needlessly fussy/rude atmosphere. No thanks. I’ll never understand the appeal of places that go out of their way to be rude or sloppy in their service. Having said that, Fellini’s Howell Mill is awesome in both pie and service. Mellow Mushroom deserves a mention as well.
Paprika
February 18th, 2013
3:08 pm
It might be a bit of a drive, but Joeys’ Pizza (owned by two guys named Joey thus the apostrophe after the “s”) in Harvey Cedars on Long Beach Island, NJ is the best.
Woodframes
February 18th, 2013
3:12 pm
#1 = Antico is still the best
#2 = Fritti
#3 = Grant Central
#4 = Double Zero
#5 = Brooklyn Joe’s in Canton
Matt A
February 18th, 2013
3:17 pm
Antico is still the best in the city. Close behind is Vesuvius Pizzeria off of Edgewood
Robert
February 18th, 2013
3:27 pm
Bambinelli’s
Scott
February 18th, 2013
3:27 pm
Aurelio’s in East Cobb. Real Chicago thin crust.
Michael Scott
February 18th, 2013
3:31 pm
Sbarro…the one and only!
F1RAF
February 18th, 2013
3:31 pm
Lived here 40+ years, heard it/read it all, been to most. Here is the definitive list:
#1 – Varasanos,
#2 – Fritti,
#3 – Rosas,
#4 – Antico,
#5 – Athens Pizza (decatur)
You’re welcome.
Real Italian
February 18th, 2013
3:33 pm
Anyone who says Fellinis or Mellow Mushroom has obviously never been north of Raleigh and should not be commenting about pizza.
Kay
February 18th, 2013
3:33 pm
Savage Pizza LFP and their Greek Salad is the best!! I live out of town now but whenever I get ‘home’ to LFP Savage is my first stop!
Wes
February 18th, 2013
3:33 pm
I actually make the best pizza in Atlanta…
BTJ
February 18th, 2013
3:38 pm
Johnny’s, it’s the crust and the sauce with chunks of tomato, really good
Shane Harrison
February 18th, 2013
3:39 pm
Thanks GSU Men’s BB Fan for posting that link. I’d meant to link to that story on the guys who were trying to eat every pizza in Atlanta. Here’s the link to the original story:
http://www.ajc.com/news/lifestyles/food-cooking/99-pizzas-later-theyre-still-chowing-down/nTwj9/
Real Deal
February 18th, 2013
3:39 pm
Antico is such a newbie answer. Yes, it’s pretty good and trendy but I think Napoli and Hearth in Sandy Springs are just as good if not better. Hearth is rumored to be opening a new place at Lenox soon…
Tom
February 18th, 2013
3:40 pm
It has to be Aurelio’s in Marietta. Unbelievable!
Hand Full of Spades
February 18th, 2013
3:41 pm
1) Nancy’s
2) Momma Mia’s (pricey)
3) Felini’s
4) Pizza Cafe (Avondale)
Taylor
February 18th, 2013
3:43 pm
Johnny’s Pizza! Dough is incredible and the brick oven makes a huge difference
ls
February 18th, 2013
3:43 pm
Varasano’s
Pizza Eater
February 18th, 2013
3:44 pm
Oz pizza and Rosa’s
Pizza Lover
February 18th, 2013
3:46 pm
BLUE MOON PIZZA!!! Fresh ingredients, with a variety of choices.
GSteele
February 18th, 2013
3:48 pm
Avondale Pizza Cafe
tony
February 18th, 2013
3:49 pm
Gordo’s pizza in duluth best New York style pizza….on peachtree industrial blvd..
Atlanta girl
February 18th, 2013
3:50 pm
Ammazza…..for sure. Better than Antico’s
Jared Marinich
February 18th, 2013
3:59 pm
None these place got nawtins on my pie’s!
It's Duluth, but....
February 18th, 2013
4:00 pm
Pepperonis…esp the Great White…yum!
William
February 18th, 2013
4:01 pm
Avellino’s in Decatur. I invite anyone who voted Antico to try them out. I was a devout Antico customer, until I tried them out. Antico pizza is slightly better than Avellino’s (not by much), but you have OPTIONS and FRIENDLY service at Avellino’s, and that makes Avellino’s the better option.
Kirk
February 18th, 2013
4:01 pm
Antico
Billy
February 18th, 2013
4:02 pm
1. Antico 2. Varasano’s 3. STG 4. Ammazza 5. Double Zero
dr martin
February 18th, 2013
4:06 pm
Zucca’s in Smyrna Square, Gino’s Cheshire Bridge/Piedmont for thin NY type and Jets for Sicilian
Bootley E. Farnsworff
February 18th, 2013
4:06 pm
Hearth got tha #1 Za in the ATL. Antico, Ammazza, and Vesuvius you can’t go wrong with either.
Quagmire
February 18th, 2013
4:07 pm
I love Areolas.
Giggity!
Peg
February 18th, 2013
4:12 pm
Christo’s Pizza in Marietta beats every pizza in the metro area. Their White Pizza with white cheddar cheese, feta, roasted garlic, artichoke and oven‐roasted tomatoes will blow you away. Christo’s will spoil you from ever eating in another pizza joint.
Bruce
February 18th, 2013
4:16 pm
Antico that all folks
jason
February 18th, 2013
4:20 pm
I like papa johns
whit
February 18th, 2013
4:23 pm
Antico, Varasanos, DaVincis. In that order.
If you are seriously saying johnnys or any of the huge chains, I hope you burn the roof of your mouth with molten sauce and never eat pizza again
Joe
February 18th, 2013
4:25 pm
Everyone loves all of these trendy pizza places that would never survive in New York or Chicago where people know pizza. The best and most authentic slices you will get around Atlanta are Baby Tommy’s or Bella’s Pizza.
jason
February 18th, 2013
4:27 pm
Oh thank you whit! i forgot how good Johnnys is. awesome
camel toed girls
February 18th, 2013
4:27 pm
All us camel toe having babes in Cobb and North Fulton love Aurellios Pizza!
Clark Howard
February 18th, 2013
4:29 pm
Dollar for dollar, you can’t do better than Kroger brand frozen pizza and a 12 pack of Busch Lite Ice.
That has been my go to date night starter for years!
JIMBOB
February 18th, 2013
4:29 pm
Showbiz pizza on Lavista!!!!
nicholas
February 18th, 2013
4:42 pm
M Mushroom but Diesel in Roswell was just as good….
Steve
February 18th, 2013
4:46 pm
Absolutely no contest. Antico’s blows everyone else away. Nobody comes close.
ChunkyLover52
February 18th, 2013
4:47 pm
#1- CiCis
#2 – Stevie B’s
#3 – The Pizza Hut
#4 – Antico
Chris Martin
February 18th, 2013
4:49 pm
OZ Pizza in Fairburn and East Point GA
MelKel
February 18th, 2013
4:50 pm
Mellow Mushroom is my favorite.
jes
February 18th, 2013
4:51 pm
Antico is crap and it’s a circus inside. It could be better if they actually put toppings on the pizza, didn’t burn half of it, and the help wasn’t rude. I have to wonder about people that think Antico is good pizza…
Shorty’s, Hearth, and Mellow mushroom are all much better pizza and it comes with a chair to sit in so you can eat it.
MelKel
February 18th, 2013
4:51 pm
Fritti is good as well.
B.W.
February 18th, 2013
4:55 pm
GINO’S NORCROSS AND JOHNS CREEK!! THE BEST NY PIZZA EVER!!!!
Camille
February 18th, 2013
4:55 pm
Rudy’s NY Pizza in Duluth has thee BEST pizza. Super fresh and looks/tastes just as good if not better the next day!
teddy ruxpin
February 18th, 2013
4:57 pm
smoke another one Joe! the best has to be athens ( decatur )
B.W.
February 18th, 2013
4:57 pm
Gino’s Norcross on Peachtree Parkway by Starbucks. Out of this world pizza, garlic knot’s to die for, and NY Rice Balls!
MARTA Rida
February 18th, 2013
4:58 pm
Urban Pie in Kirkwood.
JPL
February 18th, 2013
5:00 pm
Alpine Bakery in Alpharetta has great pizza and wonderful calzones .
JPL
February 18th, 2013
5:00 pm
Alpine Bakery in Alpharetta has great pizza and wonderful calzones .
david
February 18th, 2013
5:11 pm
taste of Italy in woodstock/canton. Owners are southern Italian. Enough said.
kevin
February 18th, 2013
5:16 pm
Jes,
Never go to Italy and eat the pizza, because you will hate it. Antico is without question the closest thing Atlanta has to Italian Pie. That you mention Mellow Mushroom is pretty funny.
Mel
February 18th, 2013
5:19 pm
Antico all the way.
Steve
February 18th, 2013
5:24 pm
Go to Italy and try their good pizza. Then you realize how lousy our pizza is. Only Antico’s comes close to what you would absolutely love in Italy.
Steve
February 18th, 2013
5:29 pm
Pizza Hut is simply delicious to me and I have eaten at most of the aforementioned places. $10 for a large any way you want it is hard to beat in this economy.
Alex
February 18th, 2013
5:31 pm
Papa John’s no doubt
David Hoffman
February 18th, 2013
5:37 pm
Nancy’s Pizza. Stuffed Crust Chicago Style Deep Dish Pie or Chicago Thin Crust Square Cut. Either one is great.
Fidlin1
February 18th, 2013
5:42 pm
Gino’s Pizza in Norcross. Great Crust and ingredients to die for. The rest of the menu is awesome as well.
Joesph Pough
February 18th, 2013
5:47 pm
Pizza Hut!
Queen Noor
February 18th, 2013
5:49 pm
Rosa’s on Broad, Mellow Mushroom, and believe or not Costco. A cheap fix.
janet
February 18th, 2013
5:56 pm
Mama’s in Alpharetta. Used to be in the lower level of the Roswell Mall in the 70’s and 80’s. Still fantastic.
atlfunlver
February 18th, 2013
5:58 pm
Chuck e cheese…i can eat pizza and win cool prizes and best of all it isnt in lfp, eav or any other trendy hipster haunt
GeorgiaGirl
February 18th, 2013
6:13 pm
No question or debate. Antico. I’m obsessed with it, and I am NOT a pizza person.
NY Pizza Authority
February 18th, 2013
6:17 pm
Antico
Rosa’s
Fellini’s/Camelli’s
All others…meh.
Buffalo Soldier
February 18th, 2013
6:31 pm
Nobody knows pizza like folk from Buffalo, NY…
‘the stuff from the good people of the world at ‘Oz’ in Douglasville is the real deal…
Steve
February 18th, 2013
6:37 pm
Marietta Pizza Company
Ray From NY
February 18th, 2013
6:48 pm
Fellinnis on Howell Mill, get the sausage pie, don;t bother with just a slice.
Bellas in Smyrna, Meatball pie, top notch
Oz pizza in East Point, pie with eggplant
Pie in the Sky in Kennesaw makes a decent pie and the 30″ circus size is not bad considering tge size is hugh and good for a large group.
Sorry but any Johnnys NY Style is a far cry from the real thing, they are popular but no resemblence to even bad NY pizza
todd
February 18th, 2013
7:57 pm
St. Angelo’s
Allison willingham
February 18th, 2013
8:11 pm
Antico
bossman00
February 18th, 2013
8:20 pm
ATHEN’S PIZZA IN DECATUR! I have eaten pizza all over the world my friends and theirs ranks high even internationally. Authentic Greek flavors abound and with some exotic toppings like their shrimp, imported mushrooms and peppers and high quality cheeses……..well, u just gotta eat it to believe! Give them a try Atlanta!
Leslie
February 18th, 2013
8:30 pm
Roll Turd Roll, Dante’s was the best, but unfortunately has been gone for many years! Fellini’s, Savage Pizza, and Johnny’s are my faves.
JG
February 18th, 2013
8:40 pm
BIG PIE IN THE SKY kennesaw ga
Bob
February 18th, 2013
8:48 pm
Partners II in Peachtree City (also Fayetteville, Tyrone & Newnan)
Besides all the regulars – ever try their Baked Potato Pizza? Yum!
Beth
February 18th, 2013
9:09 pm
Belly’s in Roswell. Great Crust. Wonderful Marinara. Terrific People. Nice atmosphere – family friendly.
Stan the Man
February 18th, 2013
9:11 pm
Vingenzo’s in Woodstock, best in GA. Almost as good as up North…
Pygmyjacket
February 18th, 2013
9:21 pm
Roll Turd Roll,,,, Dante moved to Austell rd near South Cobb high school. He turned the business over to his son, but it wasn’t the same. A couple of ex white coller guys took over the location and had pretty good pizza, but alas, they also went out of business.
Linda
February 18th, 2013
9:24 pm
Mama’s Pizza Alpharetta
Poodle fan
February 18th, 2013
9:26 pm
Bella’s in Smyrna is top notch but so is Mellow Mushroom. Guess we need to try Antiochs
Edward
February 18th, 2013
9:56 pm
Vintage in Chamblee. Great pizza! Great service!
Kris
February 18th, 2013
10:04 pm
Mamas pizza in Alpharetta! One of the last true mom and pop places left. Great pizza and awesome service.
Enzo the Baker
February 18th, 2013
10:07 pm
The BEST of ALLTIME in Atlanta was Rocky’s Brick Oven Pizza on Peachtree.
RIP !
Such precious memories !
Al Capone
February 18th, 2013
10:08 pm
Nancy’s in Buckhead
Santino Corleone
February 18th, 2013
10:10 pm
LaBella’s in East Cobb, near Sprayberry High School. Real New Yorkers doing it New York style !
Julia
February 18th, 2013
10:53 pm
Antico- every other pizzeria is a distant second
g
February 18th, 2013
11:20 pm
Stone Mtn Pizza Cafe…..Mountain Avalanche and their white pie with spinach and feta ….
JP
February 18th, 2013
11:40 pm
Antico
Jim Fisher
February 19th, 2013
12:00 am
Atlanta: Varsanos
Suburbs : Napoli in Sandy Springs
Sophia
February 19th, 2013
1:09 am
Mama’s Pizza for the best N.Y. style pizza in Atlanta.
waltbellamy
February 19th, 2013
1:47 am
Antico.
Closer to home base go to spot is Mo’s on Briarcliff.
Flip
February 19th, 2013
3:48 am
Jet’s Pizza is best on planet.
YUMIKA
February 19th, 2013
4:17 am
GRANT CENTRAL
Hokey47
February 19th, 2013
5:28 am
If we go out for pizza we only eat with Jeff. The pie is fantastic, the waitstaff are wonderful, and the wine list is great.
Eddie
February 19th, 2013
5:37 am
Rosa’s all the way!
Ashley
February 19th, 2013
6:19 am
Johnny’s New York Style Pizza
Ashley
February 19th, 2013
6:19 am
Johnny’s New York Style Pizza!
Austin
February 19th, 2013
6:20 am
Johnny’s New York Style Pizza
BigDaddy
February 19th, 2013
7:05 am
How has no one said DaVido’s yet? With an ad budget like they have, how can it not be awesome?
Seriously though, Antico, Fritti, Varasano’s, Rosa’s, and then the much missed and now defunct (again) Jagger’s. I miss you Jagger’s…
jay
February 19th, 2013
7:07 am
Johnny’s Pizza in East Cobb has the best gluten free pizza on the planet.
Jersey
February 19th, 2013
8:14 am
Baronda.
Intellectual Ninja
February 19th, 2013
8:57 am
I don’t know what y’all are talking about.
If I want an authentic NY slice… I don’t mean Neopolitan, or nuevo-whatever, I’m talking about a big freaking NY slice with meatball that you have to fold… if I want that, then I’m driving back to Athens and getting me some Little Italy’s.
And that’s the truth. If you want actual authentic NY style pizza in this state, it’s Little Italy’s or nothing.
The location is Gainesville is pretty good, but the one in Winder should be avoided.
redskin
February 19th, 2013
9:04 am
Mo’s on Briarcliff Rd
D Ed
February 19th, 2013
9:44 am
I have two picks. Blue Moon Pizza in Marietta and Sandy Springs. They have the best crust that I have tasted. When I eat a pizza from here, I eat the crust and all there is literally nothing left. The other indgredients are excellent too. Plus the staff here is very friendly and the owners are also. My second choice is OZ pizza in Fairburn. The pizzas from these two places are very similar. The crust is very good. Not as good as Blue Moon but still good. The ingredients are fresh and I love their sauce. They have an excellent lunch special and they are always tops on my lunch rotation.
Christopher
February 19th, 2013
1:02 pm
Antico serves the best pizza in Atlanta, but OTP (just barely) Hearth is the place to go.
Marsh
February 19th, 2013
1:42 pm
What a sham this is. KirbyG’s actually WON best burger after spamming the crap out of the comments? And then promptly posted “voted best burger in Atlanta” right at the top of their website?
I think I’m done here. Thanks, though.
Rebecca
February 19th, 2013
2:03 pm
Antico Pizza, period.
This pizza is in the traditional Neapolitan style – where pizza was invented – and is all kinds of delicious.
Also very good and a close second is Fritti. Nothing else I have tried in Atlanta matches up to these two.
Anissa
February 19th, 2013
3:59 pm
Blue Moon Pizza
Mellow Mushroom
Nick
February 19th, 2013
5:07 pm
Mamas Pizza in Alpharetta, GA
BrianInAlpharetta
February 19th, 2013
5:08 pm
Mama’s Pizza is awesome. Their thin crust is good, but their Sicilian style is outstanding pizza that keeps my friends and I going back again and again. I love my Mama’s!
frank d tobin
February 19th, 2013
5:10 pm
the best is mamas pizza in alpharetta
RickJohn Creek
February 19th, 2013
5:13 pm
You’re not going to find better pizza or people than Momma’s Pizza in Alpharetta.
Felicia Hollman
February 19th, 2013
5:15 pm
Mama’s pizza in Alpharetta is the best pizza in Atlanta.. Yum Yum!!
Michelle
February 19th, 2013
5:16 pm
I am from Brooklyn NY–I know good pizza. There is no contest–Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta GA has the best pizza in the state of GA. We order a pie at work at least twice a week.
Tom@Alpharetta
February 19th, 2013
5:17 pm
Mama’s Pizza on Old Milton in Alpharetta. Great crust; great sauce; lot’s of cheese – still the best I’ve found
cynthia sullivan
February 19th, 2013
5:20 pm
MAMA’S PIZZA……….ALPHARETTA GEORGIA
JGG
February 19th, 2013
5:20 pm
Vingenzo’s in Woodstock. Love their crust and sauce and toppings… It’s all about the oven.
Smack
February 19th, 2013
5:22 pm
Mamma’s Pizza in Alpharetta is still the best! Giorgio’s in Cumming comes in second.
Bryan
February 19th, 2013
5:22 pm
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta sent me an email with this link and asked me to nominate them. Sorry guys, you don’t deserve it.
Scratchy225
February 19th, 2013
5:24 pm
For classically good pizza on every visit… perfectly cooked… perfectly balanced cheese to sauce ratio… excellent crust… and best of all reasonable prices… there’s no other place than… Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta! Yo! Mama’s! Go!
Steve
February 19th, 2013
5:25 pm
Mama’s In Alpharetta, if you want the best NY style pizza. If you want Italian style pizza with a attitude that is over priced and no place to sit or have to bring your own drink, Antico.
Steve B.
February 19th, 2013
5:25 pm
Mama’s Pizza on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta, of course! Best pizza this side of New York. Jimmy started the tradition and now son Jimmy carries it on. Hands down the best pizza and the freshest salads you’ve ever tasted.
Bryan
February 19th, 2013
5:25 pm
If you are wondering about all of the Mama’s nomination all of a sudden, they just sent out their email blast:
It’s that time again. The Best of the Big “A” is taking nominations for best pizza in Atlanta!! Please help make us your favorite pizza again. Follow the link below and nominate us by writing Mama’s Pizza Alpharetta and any comments
Lisa
February 19th, 2013
5:26 pm
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta takes the top spot for best Pie! They don’t chice on cheese and toppings.
Archebishop
February 19th, 2013
5:28 pm
Mama’s pizza Alpharetta
Steve B.
February 19th, 2013
5:30 pm
PS – in case you’re wondering about Bryan’s comments – he doesn’t even like pizza- gets his name on email lists just so he can feel good trashing restaurants. And he doesn’t believe that other restaurants solicit votes either. Probably a Liberal………… and a bitter one at that…
steve
February 19th, 2013
5:33 pm
Mama’s in Alpharetta! That’s a pizza pie!
Roslyn Coard
February 19th, 2013
5:33 pm
Mama’s Pizza Alpharetta Best pizza and the salad’s are my favorite
Gina
February 19th, 2013
5:43 pm
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta is my favorite. They have great thin crust, but I especially love their Sicilian pizza- hard to find good Sicilian style in the south! We have them at least once a week!
Tara
February 19th, 2013
5:46 pm
Mama’s Pizza Alpharetta
Doc Lonny
February 19th, 2013
5:49 pm
Best pizza in the East Alpharetta area, Location is easy to reach just off 400 on Milton. Fair prices. Excellent product! I’m originally a Yankee. Very close to NY/North East pizza. Great Chick Parm Hero too!!
Doc Lonny
February 19th, 2013
5:50 pm
MAMA’S Is the BOMB!!!
Kris
February 19th, 2013
5:51 pm
Bryan funny because i got an email blast from a place called Anticos !?!?!? never even set foot in the place!!
rick
February 19th, 2013
6:06 pm
Mama’s pizza in Alpharetta. I have been eating pizza in Atlanta for 36 years. There is no better.
Margaret
February 19th, 2013
6:11 pm
Mama’s Pizza, Alpharetta- A true authentic NY pizza place. Jimmy and Pops ae the real deal. I highly recommend Mama’s as the best of the big A.
Bill
February 19th, 2013
6:16 pm
MaMa’s Pizza in Alpharetta – I know they’ve won before, but what’s wrong with a dynasty? Consistently the best
RedTree
February 19th, 2013
6:31 pm
Hands down – Best Pizza: Mama’s Pizza Alpharetta
The freshest ingredients, the best service ..
Jay
February 19th, 2013
6:48 pm
Mammas Pizza in Alpharetta is the real thing. I have tried 15-20 other area Pizza restaurants and Mammas is the ticket.
Robert Singleton
February 19th, 2013
7:42 pm
Hey Bryan, I got the same email from Mama’s. let me help you out. At the bottom of the email click the link ‘Unsubscribe’. It will solve your problem and you can stop your yapping!
Living in NY for awhile there is NO better NY style pizza in the Metro ATL than what Jimmy makes!
Mama’s in Alpharetta is it!
Done.
Bryan
February 19th, 2013
7:49 pm
Well, it looks like Mama’s really is the best
Candi Hunt
February 19th, 2013
7:50 pm
Mama’s Pizza – Alpharetta Georgia!
Sloane
February 19th, 2013
8:04 pm
I’m from New York and I know pizza. Mama’s in Alpharetta is the best and wonderful, friendly, owners!
Mary
February 19th, 2013
8:07 pm
Mamas Pizza Alphareta
As close to New York Pizza that you can get in the South.
Simonettisays
February 19th, 2013
8:09 pm
Mamas Pizza – Alpharetta
Mary
February 19th, 2013
8:12 pm
Worst Pizza in Atlanta is Jersey Boyz followed by Johnny’s.
Carolyn
February 19th, 2013
8:16 pm
Definitely Mama’s Pizza Alpharetta…best in Atlanta or anywhere else! Owner/chef Jimmy & his Dad make this a wonderful & homey place to eat! Best pizza ever! Thanks!
Brian
February 19th, 2013
8:56 pm
Mama’s Pizza on Old Milton Pkwy in Alpharetta. Family owned and still use quality ingredients. And Jimmy always remembers I like a little extra PIZZA sauce (yeah, the cold sauce for the pizzas, not the warm marinara for the pasta) on the side to spread on top of my slices or pie.
Ken S
February 19th, 2013
9:10 pm
Mama’s – best pizza, best service, in the Alpharetta area, none are better than Mama’s!!!!!
Wendy Dziorney
February 19th, 2013
9:21 pm
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta – absolutely the BEST pizza ever!
Wendy Dziorney
February 19th, 2013
9:22 pm
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta – BEST pizza!!!
Holly
February 19th, 2013
9:26 pm
Mama’s in Alpharetta! There is no where else I would go for pizza and Jimmy, Pete and Geronimo are the best guys anywhere!!
Chris S in Johns Creek Area
February 19th, 2013
10:21 pm
Dagwoods is the best up in the Norcross / North Fulton Area. Hands down … but it has to be the Big Daddy 24″. 16″ are great, but something different happens with the giant pie. The sauce and cheese do magic things together. Throw some pepperoni and sausage on this monster, and it is a true competitor. Pizza “grease” at its finest. All veggies welcome to soak up the flavor. New York would be proud of these artists.
Dan
February 19th, 2013
10:48 pm
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta is awesome! One great pizza pie.
Rick
February 19th, 2013
11:13 pm
The best pizza ands down is Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta
Rick
February 19th, 2013
11:15 pm
Uhhhhh- make that HANDS down- Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta
Maria
February 20th, 2013
6:34 am
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta…best New York style pizza in town!
Cindy Johns Creek
February 20th, 2013
6:55 am
Mama’s in Alpharetta gets my vote. Consistently the best every time!
Ernie
February 20th, 2013
7:19 am
Best sicilian, by far, is Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta on Old Milton Parkway.
Shayne
February 20th, 2013
7:53 am
Mama’s in Alpharetta!!!!!
Glenn "G-Money" Mashburn
February 20th, 2013
8:02 am
Mama’s Pizza Alpharetta…been dining here since 1979 Great, homemade crust! Pepperoni & onion is like their other offerings…”yum yum getcha some”!
Eloisa Seoane
February 20th, 2013
8:11 am
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta is the best pizza in Atlanta. We do not leave close to the restaurant but we make a 15 minutes drive to eat the pizza. We have being doing this for the last 9 years.Friendly service too.
Tim and Denise
February 20th, 2013
8:37 am
Definitely best pizza of Atlanta, Old Milton Pkwy location has awesome regular and Sicilian style pizza and you have to have the Greek salad !! Calzone and sandwiches also excellent-fast service !!
Say hi to Jimmy there !
Tim and Denise
February 20th, 2013
8:39 am
That was for Mama’s by the way !!!!!
Lisa
February 20th, 2013
8:43 am
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta! There’s nothing else like it!
Colby
February 20th, 2013
8:52 am
Mama’s Pizza Alpharetta…best all around pizza place I know, amazing slices, great salads, etc..
Bill
February 20th, 2013
8:52 am
Mama’s Pizza in Alparetta!
Ang
February 20th, 2013
8:57 am
Mama’s Pizza – Alpharetta absolutely THE BEST pizza.
Trish
February 20th, 2013
9:22 am
Mama’s Pizza Alpharetta. The best!
mongo
February 20th, 2013
10:15 am
Mama’s in Alpharetta!
Steve
February 20th, 2013
10:20 am
It’s all in what we are talkign about:
– Best Chain – Johnny’s. Point blank, i have never had a bad pizza there and some of them (the one at Wade Green Road at Hwy 75) are just flat out phenominal. They may not be as authentic or tasty as some of the single restaurants mentioned here, but I know when I go that I will not come out annoyed that I threw away money.
– Best ‘basic’ pizza – Mama’s in Alpharetta. I like basic New York style pizza with a crisp but not hard crust and gobs of gooey cheese. Mama’s is as good as I have ever had for this.
I have eaten at a few others mentioend here and I liked them all except one.
MOST OVERATED – Fellini’s. Sorry. got talked in to going there by friends who said they had the best pizza in town. Sure, if you like Pizza that tastes like the sauce was made by Chef-Boy-R-Dee. That particular restaurant was nothing more than location, though it was 10 years ago. Put them in a less “my peers tell me its cool just to be seen there” spot and they go out of business. The only people this pizza calls out to are the ones that sit out from of Barnes and Noble for hours trying to impress people.
I am going to have to hit Taste of Italy in Canton this weekend. It sounds like some folks really like it and it’s one of the few places on this list I haven’t tried.
Joanna O'Neill
February 20th, 2013
12:29 pm
Johnny’s Pizza!!!! Johnny’s Pizza!!!! Johnny’s Pizza!!!!
Michael
February 20th, 2013
12:44 pm
My two favorites are within a block of each other in Sandy Springs – Hearth and Double Zero
Paul Heigl
February 20th, 2013
12:53 pm
Mama’s Pizza Alpharetta is definitely on of the best in Atlanta area.
RBS
February 20th, 2013
1:28 pm
Hearth in Sandy Springs is LEGIT!!!! And it is 1/2 price from 4-6pm. BOOM!!!!
atlanta girl
February 20th, 2013
1:31 pm
Hearth in Sandy Springs!!!
Typical Redneck
February 20th, 2013
1:45 pm
Mama’s Pizza. Enough said.
Fred
February 20th, 2013
1:49 pm
If its a gas or electric oven,forget about it….It HAS to be made of brick,& inside a real fire blazing & rotated as needed!!!Then & only then do you have REAL PIZZA.In all of Georgia,the next best is Mamas in Alpharetta,,& Gondelier in Woodstock..hands down..but still no brick oven!!!
Typical Redneck
February 20th, 2013
3:59 pm
S & J’s is also good. They have a wood burning oven on a trailer and can be found at farmer’s markets and festivals.
tim
February 20th, 2013
5:06 pm
MAMA’s in Alpharetta (Old Milton Pkwy)
Great NY style pizza. Thin, great firm crust, fantastic taste!
Fantastic deals on Monday and Tuesday.
Cass White
February 20th, 2013
7:51 pm
Mama’s Pizza on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta, GA. By far best NY tasting pizza in town.
JW
February 20th, 2013
7:53 pm
Mama’s Pizza on Old Milton Parkway in Alpharetta, GA.
Mike
February 20th, 2013
9:31 pm
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta is the best Pie around. Honestly it is not even close. The sauce makes me feel like I am in New York City. Check it out.
K
February 20th, 2013
10:38 pm
Antico Pizza for sure! Their crust’s got the perfect texture and the toppings are so delicious. It’s divine.
Eddie
February 21st, 2013
8:14 am
I hear all of your ravings about your best pizza, but let’s really face facts….you have NOT had pizza until you have eaten MaMa’s Pizza in Alpharetta on Old Milton P’kway
Need attention and validation
February 21st, 2013
9:25 am
1. Antico – HANDS DOWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2. Mama’s – HANDS DOWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
3. Felini’s – HANDS DOWN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Ernie Caruso
February 21st, 2013
12:52 pm
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta.
Marsh
February 21st, 2013
1:00 pm
I wouldn’t serve Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta to my dog.
Did you all get coupons for a free pizza, or is this one waiter with a lot of time on his hands?
Hilary
February 21st, 2013
1:30 pm
Marietta Pizza Company on the Square
Kathy
February 21st, 2013
3:43 pm
Johnny’s Pizza, best ever!
BlondAlto
February 21st, 2013
7:50 pm
Mellow Mushroom, hands down! The most fresh, authentic pizza, the most fantastic service, the most vegetarian-friendly products of any pizza place – which is not only humane but “Green!” And though all the MMs are great – of all the ones we have tried, the Conyers restaurant outdoes themselves, as well as everyone else!
BlondAlto
February 21st, 2013
7:51 pm
Now if you want to go back into the “good old days of yore,” no one could hold a candle to “The Upper Crust” in Buckhead. We still miss ‘em, not to mention the nearby Oxford Books! But I digress. : )
TBOO
February 22nd, 2013
2:51 pm
It was Franco’s Italian Tavern in Crabapple until the abruptly shut down with no explanation. With their demise – my vote would now be for Brooklyn Joe’s. I havehigh hopes for Campania Pizza that is slated to open in March in Alpharetta.
Sarah Swab
February 22nd, 2013
7:05 pm
I like Johnny’s in Fayetteville. Good pizza, and the owner actively supports Boy Scouts in the local area. The owner has even brought a pizza oven down to Camp Thunder and baked pizza for all the kids.
charles moser
February 22nd, 2013
7:37 pm
Johnnys pizza
Daryl S.
February 22nd, 2013
11:14 pm
Mama’s Pizza is it! Unlike these other chain locations that mass produce the same manufactured recipe with cooks that haven’t been raised in New York, Jimmy and Pop at Mama’s Pizza have grown up & lived there; had pizza shops there and brought the flavor, ingredients and environment down here with them! You’ve got to taste it and you’ll know the difference!
Linda
February 23rd, 2013
12:19 pm
Johnny’s Pizza in Acworth!
mary
February 23rd, 2013
2:47 pm
Johnny’s Pizza is our favorite!
KOB
February 23rd, 2013
3:15 pm
Antico….hands down!
Lissa
February 23rd, 2013
5:32 pm
Vintage in Chamblee!
Scott schlender
February 23rd, 2013
6:50 pm
Mamas pizza in Alpharetta no explanation needed
Rita Eckhart
February 23rd, 2013
7:08 pm
Mama’s Pizza in Alpharetta will always get my vote fot the best of all. My family has enjoyed Mama’s since 1979 in all its moves from Roswell to the present location on Old Milton Pky..The original cheese reminds me so much of the pizza parlor my parents would take us to in South Philly when I grew up in the suburbs there.
Karen
February 24th, 2013
9:28 am
There is no comparison to MAMA’s Pizza – the best all the time
Marsh
February 25th, 2013
11:58 am
On break again, Mama’s Pizza waiter/owner/manager?
Typical Redneck
February 25th, 2013
2:12 pm
Any place that has to coat their crust with garlic butter/margarine and cheap parm (i.e. Mellow Mushroom) is a joke.