Miami has quietly become one of the most compelling pizza cities in the United States — a destination where the extraordinary concentration of Italian and Italian-American culinary talent, the city's cosmopolitan appetite for the finest available ingredients, and a pizza culture whose Neapolitan tradition and New York-style heritage coexist with genuine creative ambition have produced a pizzeria landscape of remarkable depth and variety. Multiple Miami pizzerias have been recognized by the Michelin Guide and included in America's 50 Top Pizza rankings — an international validation of what the city's most serious pizza enthusiasts have understood for years: that Miami's finest pizzerias produce wood-fired Neapolitan pies and hand-tossed New York slices that compete with the finest available in any American city.

Mister 01 Extraordinary Pizza in Wynwood — recognized by the Michelin Guide and celebrated for its star-shaped pizza whose cloud-light dough, Italian forno, and premium ingredients have made it the most discussed pizzeria in the city — is the definitive first Miami pizza recommendation. Lucali — the Brooklyn institution whose Miami Beach outpost has received the Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition and whose romantic atmosphere and hand-crafted pies make it the most beloved neighborhood pizzeria in South Florida — delivers the finest Brooklyn-style pizza experience outside New York. And La Leggenda on Española Way — regularly included in America's 50 Top Pizza rankings and whose authentic Neapolitan credentials, Italian flour, buffalo mozzarella, and wood-fired oven create a Margherita DOP of complete cultural authenticity.

This guide ranks the best pizza in Miami — covering the city's finest Neapolitan wood-fired pizzerias, most celebrated New York-style slice shops, and most essential pizza experiences — with the honest context that helps you eat the finest pizza available in one of America's most exciting pizza cities.

Quick Comparison: Best Pizza in Miami

Pizzeria Neighborhood Style Signature Pizza Price
Mister 01 Extraordinary Pizza Wynwood Neapolitan / Creative Star Luca, Burrata Pizza $20–45
Lucali Miami Beach Brooklyn / NY Style Classic pie, Calzone $25–50
La Leggenda Española Way, Miami Beach Neapolitan DOC Margherita DOP, Diavola $20–45
Joe's Pizza NYC Wynwood New York Style Cheese Slice, Pepperoni Slice $10–25
BELLILLO Brickell Neapolitan Pistacchio e Mortadella, Pizza Fritta $20–50
Il Pizzaiolo South Beach Neapolitan Bufalina, Diavola $20–60
'O Munaciello MiMo District Neapolitan DOC Margherita, Salsiccia e Friarielli $20–45
Pummarola Miami Beach Neapolitan Margherita, Pizza Nutella $15–30
Harry's Pizzeria Design District Gourmet American Short Rib Pizza, Funghi $20–45
Pizzaiola Wynwood Wynwood Neapolitan / Artisan Margherita, Pizza al Tartufo $10–20

The 10 Best Pizzerias in Miami: Full Reviews

1. Mister 01 Extraordinary Pizza — The Best Pizza in Miami

Location: 2315 N Miami Avenue, Wynwood  |  Price: $20–45 per person  |  Best For: The most celebrated and most creatively distinctive pizza in Miami, Michelin Guide recognition, the iconic star-shaped pizza that has made it the most photographed pizzeria in the city

Mister 01 Extraordinary Pizza at 2315 N Miami Avenue in Wynwood — recognized by the Michelin Guide and celebrated as one of the finest pizzerias in the United States — holds its position as Miami's most celebrated pizza destination through a combination of technical excellence and creative vision that distinguishes it from every competitor in the city. The pizzeria's defining identity — the star-shaped pizza whose folded points create a presentation of complete visual originality alongside a cloud-light dough whose fermentation and Italian forno baking create the most texturally extraordinary crust available at any Miami pizzeria — has made it the most discussed and most queued-for pizza destination in the city.

The Star Luca — ricotta and spicy salame in the star format whose visual impact and flavor combination have made it the signature dish of Miami's most celebrated pizzeria — and the Burrata Pizza, Coffee Paolo, and Margherita DOP demonstrate a menu whose creative ambition and ingredient sourcing reflect a pizzeria whose standards match the Michelin recognition. The premium ingredients and Italian forno complete a pizza experience of complete creative and technical distinction.

The honest verdict: The best pizza in Miami and the city's most Michelin-celebrated pizzeria — for guests who want the iconic star-shaped Star Luca, cloud-light Neapolitan dough, and premium ingredients at the most creatively ambitious pizzeria in Wynwood, Mister 01 Extraordinary Pizza is the non-negotiable first recommendation. Book in advance for weekends.

2. Lucali — The Most Beloved Pizzeria in Miami

Location: 1930 Bay Road, Miami Beach  |  Price: $25–50 per person  |  Best For: The most beloved neighborhood pizzeria in Miami, Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition, the Brooklyn institution's finest Southern expression

Lucali at 1930 Bay Road in Miami Beach — the Miami outpost of the celebrated Brooklyn pizzeria whose Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition and devoted following have made it one of the most discussed pizza addresses in America — delivers a pizza experience whose combination of hand-crafted Brooklyn-style pies, romantic intimate atmosphere, and the most loyal repeat customer community of any Miami pizzeria creates an occasion of complete neighborhood warmth and genuine pizza quality. The pizzeria's identity — built on the simplicity of perfect dough, perfect sauce, and perfect cheese executed without distraction — reflects the Brooklyn tradition's understanding that the finest pizza requires nothing beyond the finest possible execution of the most fundamental elements.

The classic pie — whose hand-tossed crust, house tomato sauce, and fresh mozzarella combination reflect decades of accumulated pizza knowledge — and the Calzone whose quality matches the pie's standard complete a menu of deliberate simplicity whose every element is executed at the highest available level. The romantic atmosphere and consistent demand — reservations fill weeks ahead on weekend evenings — reflect a genuine quality that no amount of marketing can manufacture.

The honest verdict: The most beloved pizzeria in Miami and the finest Brooklyn-style pizza experience outside New York — for guests who want Michelin Bib Gourmand-recognized hand-crafted pies, romantic atmosphere, and the Brooklyn tradition at its most faithfully and most lovingly expressed in Miami Beach, Lucali is the outstanding choice. Book well in advance.

3. La Leggenda — The Most Authentic Neapolitan Pizzeria in Miami

Location: Española Way, Miami Beach  |  Price: $20–45 per person  |  Best For: The most authentically Neapolitan pizza in Miami, regularly included in America's 50 Top Pizza rankings, Italian flour and buffalo mozzarella DOP

La Leggenda on Española Way in Miami Beach — regularly included in America's 50 Top Pizza rankings and whose authentic Neapolitan credentials have made it the most internationally recognized pizzeria in Miami — delivers a Neapolitan pizza experience whose cultural authenticity is the most complete available in the city. The pizzeria's commitment to the Neapolitan tradition — Italian flour, mozzarella di bufala DOP, forno a legna, and the impasto tradizionale whose fermentation and handling reflect genuine Neapolitan pizzaiolo knowledge — creates a Margherita whose simplicity and quality represent the Neapolitan pizza tradition at its most faithful expression outside Naples.

The Margherita DOP — whose San Marzano tomato, buffalo mozzarella, and basil in the charred-and-chewy Neapolitan crust create the most culturally authentic single pizza available in Miami — and the Diavola, Quattro Formaggi, and Marinara whose classical Neapolitan heritage is expressed with the same ingredient integrity complete a pizzeria whose international ranking is fully justified by the quality of every pie.

The honest verdict: The most authentically Neapolitan pizzeria in Miami — for guests who want the most culturally faithful Neapolitan pizza experience in the city, Italian flour, buffalo mozzarella DOP, wood-fired oven, and the international recognition of America's 50 Top Pizza, La Leggenda on Española Way is the outstanding choice.

4. Joe's Pizza NYC — The Best New York Style Pizza in Miami

Location: 234 NW 25th Street, Wynwood  |  Price: $10–25 per person  |  Best For: The most authentic New York-style pizza slice experience in Miami, the famous Joe's Pizza brand's Wynwood expression

Joe's Pizza NYC at 234 NW 25th Street in Wynwood — the Miami outpost of the legendary New York pizzeria whose Greenwich Village original has been the reference point for New York-style pizza culture since 1975 — delivers the most authentic New York slice experience available in Miami. The wide, thin-crusted, foldable slice whose combination of hand-tossed dough, San Marzano tomato sauce, and fresh mozzarella reflects the New York tradition at its most honest and most craveable creates a pizza occasion of complete urban American authenticity.

The Cheese Slice — the purest expression of the New York pizza tradition whose quality at Joe's reflects decades of accumulated recipe knowledge — the Pepperoni Slice, Sicilian Pizza, and Garlic Knots demonstrate a menu whose New York authenticity is complete and uncompromising. The accessible pricing — $10-25 per person — makes Joe's Pizza the most important value pizza recommendation in Miami and the perfect post-gallery or post-nightlife Wynwood pizza stop.

The honest verdict: The best New York-style pizza in Miami — for guests who want the authentic Joe's Pizza foldable slice experience at $10-25 per person in Wynwood, the most faithful New York pizza tradition available in the city, Joe's Pizza NYC is the outstanding choice. Perfect for a quick stop after a Wynwood evening.

5. BELLILLO — A Taste of Napoli — The Best Neapolitan Pizzeria in Brickell

Location: 881 S Miami Avenue, Brickell  |  Price: $20–50 per person  |  Best For: The finest authentic Neapolitan pizza in Brickell, wood-fired oven, Pistacchio e Mortadella and Pizza Fritta

BELLILLO — A Taste of Napoli at 881 S Miami Avenue in Brickell — delivers an authentic Neapolitan pizza experience whose commitment to the Campanian tradition — wood-fired oven, traditional dough, and Neapolitan recipe knowledge — creates the most culturally complete pizza experience available in Miami's financial district. The pizzeria's name itself announces its identity — a genuine Neapolitan expression in the heart of Brickell whose distance from the tourist economy of South Beach creates a clientele of local residents and professionals whose consistent return reflects genuine quality rather than convenience.

The Pistacchio e Mortadella — the contemporary Neapolitan combination whose pistachio cream base and mortadella topping represent the evolution of the Neapolitan tradition into creative territory without abandoning its cultural foundation — and the Pizza Fritta whose fried dough tradition from the streets of Naples creates the most culturally specific single pizza experience in Brickell complete a menu of genuine Neapolitan identity.

The honest verdict: The best Neapolitan pizzeria in Brickell — for guests who want wood-fired authentic Neapolitan pizza including the creative Pistacchio e Mortadella and the traditional Pizza Fritta at $20-50 per person in Miami's financial district, BELLILLO is the outstanding choice.

6. Il Pizzaiolo — Neapolitan Pizzeria Miami Beach — The Best Neapolitan in South Beach

Location: 1403 Washington Avenue, South Beach  |  Price: $20–60 per person  |  Best For: The most appreciated newer Neapolitan pizzeria in South Beach, Bufalina and Diavola with artisan tiramisu

Il Pizzaiolo at 1403 Washington Avenue in South Beach — one of the most praised newer Neapolitan pizzerias in Miami, whose combination of genuine Neapolitan technique and South Beach accessibility has quickly generated a loyal following among the neighborhood's most discerning pizza enthusiasts — delivers a Neapolitan pizza experience of considerable quality in the heart of Miami Beach. The pizzeria's commitment to the Neapolitan fundamentals — traditional impasto, quality ingredients, and the wood-fired oven — creates pies of genuine authenticity at a Washington Avenue address whose tourist proximity might suggest otherwise.

The Bufalina — fresh buffalo mozzarella whose quality reflects genuine sourcing commitment — the Diavola whose spiced salame creates the most satisfying heat-forward Neapolitan pie on the menu, and the artisan Tiramisù whose house preparation completes the Italian dining experience demonstrate a restaurant whose commitment to quality extends from the pizza through to the dessert.

The honest verdict: The best newer Neapolitan pizzeria in South Beach — for guests exploring Washington Avenue who want genuine Neapolitan Bufalina and Diavola at $20-60 per person, Il Pizzaiolo is the outstanding South Beach pizza recommendation.

7. 'O Munaciello — The Most Historic Neapolitan Pizzeria in Miami

Location: MiMo District, Miami  |  Price: $20–45 per person  |  Best For: The most historically celebrated Neapolitan pizzeria in Miami, included among the best in the United States, traditional wood-fired oven and DOP ingredients

'O Munaciello in the MiMo District — the Mid-Modern Miami neighborhood whose architectural heritage and residential character create the most authentically local pizza dining context available in the city — has established itself as one of the most respected Neapolitan pizzerias in the United States, whose inclusion in national rankings and consistent community loyalty reflect a quality standard maintained across years of operation. The pizzeria's identity — named for the mysterious Neapolitan spirit whose legend permeates the folklore of old Naples — carries a cultural specificity that reflects genuine knowledge of and respect for the tradition it represents.

The forno a legna, traditional impasto, and DOP ingredients — whose sourcing reflects the pizzeria's commitment to Neapolitan authenticity — and the Margherita, Salsiccia e Friarielli, and Pizza del Giorno demonstrate a menu whose Neapolitan cultural depth and ingredient integrity are genuine rather than performative.

The honest verdict: The most historically celebrated Neapolitan pizzeria in Miami — for guests who want a pizza destination recognized among the best in the United States, traditional wood-fired oven, DOP ingredients, and the Salsiccia e Friarielli that defines the southern Italian pizza tradition, 'O Munaciello in the MiMo District is the outstanding choice.

8. Pummarola — The Most Accessible Neapolitan Chain in Miami

Location: 1747 Alton Road, Miami Beach  |  Price: $15–30 per person  |  Best For: The most accessible and most consistently reliable Neapolitan pizzeria chain in Miami, loved by residents and tourists equally

Pummarola at 1747 Alton Road in Miami Beach — the Neapolitan pizza chain whose multiple Miami locations have made it the most widely accessible quality Neapolitan pizza experience in the city — delivers a consistent and reliable Neapolitan pizza experience whose combination of genuine dough quality and accessible pricing makes it the most practical recommendation for guests whose Miami itinerary includes multiple pizza visits. The chain's commitment to genuine Neapolitan fundamentals — whose quality consistency across locations reflects an operation whose standard is defined by the tradition rather than by cost reduction — creates a reliable pizza occasion at every Miami address.

The Margherita, Prosciutto e Rucola, Calzone, and the indulgent Pizza Nutella whose dessert pizza format creates the most distinct sweet finale available at any Miami Neapolitan address demonstrate a menu whose variety and consistency justify Pummarola's position as the most beloved accessible Neapolitan chain in the city.

The honest verdict: The most accessible and consistent Neapolitan pizzeria in Miami — for guests who want reliable Neapolitan quality, the Margherita and Prosciutto e Rucola, and the unique Pizza Nutella dessert at $15-30 per person at the most conveniently located quality Neapolitan address in Miami Beach, Pummarola is the outstanding accessible choice.

9. Harry's Pizzeria — The Best Gourmet American Pizzeria in Miami

Location: Design District, Miami  |  Price: $20–45 per person  |  Best For: The most celebrated gourmet American pizzeria in Miami, Short Rib Pizza and creative toppings in the Design District's most appreciated neighborhood restaurant

Harry's Pizzeria in the Design District — one of the most consistently praised gourmet pizza destinations in Miami, whose American pizza tradition elevated through premium ingredient sourcing and creative topping combinations creates a pizza experience whose identity is distinct from both the Neapolitan and New York-style traditions in this guide — delivers a gourmet American pizza experience of genuine quality. The pizzeria's understanding that the finest American pizza is defined by the sourcing relationships whose ingredient quality determines the dish's outcome rather than by adherence to any single cultural tradition creates a menu of genuine creative freedom.

The Short Rib Pizza — whose braised short rib topping creates the most distinctively American gourmet pizza preparation available in Miami — and the Margherita, Funghi, and accompanying gourmet salads whose quality reflects genuine ingredient sourcing demonstrate a kitchen whose pizza ambition is matched by its understanding of American culinary creativity.

The honest verdict: The best gourmet American pizzeria in Miami — for guests who want creative American pizza toppings including the Short Rib preparation, premium ingredients, and the Design District's most appreciated neighborhood pizza restaurant at $20-45 per person, Harry's Pizzeria is the outstanding choice.

10. Pizzaiola Wynwood — The Best Artisan Pizzeria for Value in Miami

Location: 190 NW 36th Street, Wynwood  |  Price: $10–20 per person  |  Best For: The finest artisan pizza at the most accessible price point in Miami, Margherita and Pizza al Tartufo in Wynwood's arts district

Pizzaiola Wynwood at 190 NW 36th Street — the small artisan pizzeria whose excellent reviews among Wynwood's most food-knowledgeable community reflect a quality that the $10-20 price point significantly underrepresents — delivers a pizza experience of genuine artisan quality at the most accessible price available at any quality Miami pizzeria. The small, intimate format — whose limited capacity and personal service create a neighborhood pizzeria atmosphere of genuine warmth — and the commitment to artisan pizza preparation whose quality reflects genuine craft rather than mass production create a pizza occasion of authentic value.

The Margherita, Burrata, Diavola, and Pizza al Tartufo — whose truffle enrichment creates the most luxurious single pizza preparation at any Miami address at this price point — demonstrate a pizzeria whose ingredient sourcing and preparation quality exceed the pricing's apparent limitations.

The honest verdict: The best value artisan pizzeria in Miami — for guests who want the Pizza al Tartufo and Margherita at $10-20 per person in Wynwood's arts district, Pizzaiola Wynwood delivers the finest quality-to-price pizza proposition in the city.

Best Pizza in Miami by Style

  • Best Neapolitan Pizza: La Leggenda on Española Way — America's 50 Top Pizza recognition, Italian flour, buffalo mozzarella DOP, wood-fired oven.
  • Best Creative Neapolitan: Mister 01 Extraordinary Pizza — Michelin Guide, star-shaped pizza, cloud-light dough, premium Italian ingredients.
  • Best New York Style: Joe's Pizza NYC — the legendary brand's Wynwood expression, foldable cheese slice at the most authentic New York price point.
  • Best Gourmet American: Harry's Pizzeria — Short Rib Pizza and premium creative toppings in the Design District.
  • Best Value: Pizzaiola Wynwood — artisan quality at $10-20 per person including the Pizza al Tartufo.
  • Best for Romantics: Lucali Miami Beach — Michelin Bib Gourmand, intimate atmosphere, Brooklyn pies in South Florida.

Essential Miami Pizza Dishes

  • Star Luca (Mister 01) — ricotta and spicy salame in the star-shaped format; the most photographed and most discussed single pizza in Miami.
  • Margherita DOP (La Leggenda) — San Marzano tomato, buffalo mozzarella DOP, fresh basil in the most culturally authentic Neapolitan expression in the city.
  • Cheese Slice (Joe's Pizza NYC) — the foldable New York slice whose simplicity is the most honest expression of the American pizza tradition.
  • Pistacchio e Mortadella (BELLILLO) — pistachio cream and mortadella; the most distinctively creative Neapolitan topping combination in Brickell.
  • Pizza Fritta (BELLILLO) — the fried pizza tradition from the streets of Naples; the most culturally specific street food pizza experience in Miami.
  • Short Rib Pizza (Harry's Pizzeria) — braised short rib topping; the most distinctively American gourmet pizza preparation in the Design District.
  • Pizza al Tartufo (Pizzaiola Wynwood) — truffle enrichment at the most accessible price point of any Miami pizzeria.
  • Salsiccia e Friarielli ('O Munaciello) — sausage and Neapolitan broccoli rabe; the most traditionally southern Italian pizza combination in Miami.

Miami Pizza Price Guide

  • Pizza al taglio / slice: $5–10
  • Traditional pizzeria: $15–30 per person
  • Premium Neapolitan: $30–50 per person
  • Gourmet / creative: $30–60 per person

Insider Tips for Pizza in Miami

  • Book Lucali and Mister 01 in advance for weekend evenings. Miami's two most celebrated pizzerias fill their weekend tables weeks ahead — walk-in availability on Friday and Saturday at Lucali is among the most difficult in the city. Booking at least one week in advance is essential for these addresses.
  • Visit Mister 01 and Joe's Pizza in Wynwood on the same evening. The concentration of Wynwood's two most important pizza destinations within the same neighborhood makes a single pizza evening that begins with Mister 01's creative Neapolitan and concludes with Joe's Pizza's authentic New York slice the most comprehensive single Miami pizza occasion available.
  • La Leggenda's Española Way setting enhances the pizza experience. The historic pedestrian street whose Spanish-Mediterranean architecture and outdoor dining culture create Miami Beach's most charming dining environment provide a setting context that enhances the Neapolitan pizza's cultural authenticity.
  • Smart casual is recommended at Lucali, BELLILLO, and Harry's Pizzeria. Miami's finest sit-down pizzerias maintain appearance standards whose smart casual requirement reflects the seriousness with which these establishments approach the dining experience — the casual beach attire that Miami's outdoor environment normalizes is not appropriate for an evening at these addresses.
  • For the most authentic Miami pizza pilgrimage, visit La Leggenda, 'O Munaciello, and BELLILLO. These three Neapolitan addresses whose combined ranking credentials — America's 50 Top Pizza, national recognition, and Michelin interest — represent the most internationally recognized Neapolitan pizza culture available in Miami and the most important itinerary for serious pizza enthusiasts.
  • Pizzaiola Wynwood is the best pre-gallery pizza stop. The $10-20 price point and artisan quality of Wynwood's most underrated pizzeria make it the ideal quick pizza occasion before an evening exploring the neighborhood's galleries and street art — the Pizza al Tartufo whose truffle enrichment creates luxury at budget pricing is the essential order.

Frequently Asked Questions: Best Pizza in Miami

What is the best pizza in Miami?

Mister 01 Extraordinary Pizza in Wynwood is the most celebrated pizzeria in Miami — Michelin Guide recognition, the iconic star-shaped Star Luca pizza, and cloud-light Neapolitan dough create the most discussed and most awarded pizza experience in the city. La Leggenda on Española Way is the most authentically Neapolitan alternative, regularly included in America's 50 Top Pizza rankings.

What is the best Neapolitan pizza in Miami?

La Leggenda on Española Way in Miami Beach is the most internationally recognized Neapolitan pizzeria in Miami — America's 50 Top Pizza recognition, Italian flour, buffalo mozzarella DOP, and wood-fired oven create the most culturally authentic Neapolitan pizza available in the city. 'O Munaciello in the MiMo District is the most historically celebrated alternative.

Where can I find New York-style pizza in Miami?

Joe's Pizza NYC in Wynwood is the most authentic New York-style slice experience in Miami — the legendary Greenwich Village brand's foldable cheese and pepperoni slices at $10-25 per person create the most faithful New York pizza tradition available outside New York. Lucali's Brooklyn-style pies in Miami Beach are the finest alternative for guests who want a sit-down New York-heritage pizza experience.

What is the most unique pizza in Miami?

Mister 01's Star Luca — ricotta and spicy salame in the iconic star-shaped format — is the most visually distinctive and most creatively original pizza available in Miami. BELLILLO's Pizza Fritta — the fried pizza tradition from the streets of Naples — is the most culturally specific alternative for guests whose pizza curiosity extends beyond the conventional baked format.

Final Verdict: The Best Pizza in Miami

Miami's pizza scene has evolved into one of the most compelling in the United States — a city where Michelin Guide recognition for creative Neapolitan pizza at Mister 01, America's 50 Top Pizza rankings for La Leggenda's authentic Neapolitan tradition, Bib Gourmand recognition for Lucali's Brooklyn heritage, and the most famous New York slice brand's Wynwood expression all coexist within the geography of a single city whose pizza culture has earned international recognition.

For the most creative and most celebrated single pizza experience, Mister 01's star-shaped Star Luca in Wynwood is the definitive Miami pizza recommendation. For the most culturally authentic Neapolitan tradition, La Leggenda's Margherita DOP on Española Way is the outstanding choice. And for the most beloved neighborhood pizzeria experience, Lucali's hand-crafted Brooklyn pies in Miami Beach create the most romantically complete pizza occasion available in the city.

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