Best Pizza in St. Louis (2025)

On The Hill, Pizzeria da Gloria turns out light, wood-fired pies with serious craft. The St. Louis Post-Dispatch spotlighted its Bonci pizza and praised the tangy, airy crust; Sauce Magazine also celebrated it among the year’s best new restaurants. Expect vibrant toppings, natural wines, and a neighborhood patio scene.

By day a beloved bakery; by night a pizzeria with buoyant, blistered pies. Eater’s essential St. Louis list singles out Union Loafers for standout pizzas like pepperoni with Calabrian chiles. Dinner hours are dedicated to pizza, and the dough work shows in every slice.

A neighborhood Italian from restaurateur Matt McGuire where the wood-fired oven anchors the room. Local critics at the St. Louis Post-Dispatch and Sauce Magazine have lauded Louie’s char-kissed margherita and refined, warmly hospitable vibe. Reservations recommended.

From James Beard Award winner Gerard Craft, Pastaria’s pizzas balance chew, char, and top-notch ingredients. The Niche Food Group spot blends approachable service with serious technique, and its menu—regularly noted by local editors—keeps wood-fired classics front and center.

Soulard’s candlelit pizzeria fires Neapolitan‑inspired pies in a 900‑degree oven, sourcing thoughtfully from local farms. Recognized in regional roundups and by Yelp’s national lists, it’s a romantic, all‑local expression of St. Louis pizza culture.

Punk‑spirited, all‑vegetarian slices and 20‑inch pies with vegan options anchor this South Grand favorite. Sauce Magazine and local critics note its community vibe, value, and loyal following. To‑go–only service keeps the line moving—and the ovens cranking.

A Tower Grove classic famed for spicy red sauce and hefty Chicago‑style deep dish, with thin and pan options too. Riverfront Times and longtime locals celebrate its old‑school charm—shuffleboard, pitchers, and pies worth the bake time.

Cash‑only, no‑frills, and beloved since the ’60s, this Lindenwood Park stalwart turns out thin, crackling pies with a sweet‑savory sauce. Riverfront Times calls its pizzas timeless; locals swear by the sausage and the old‑school vibe.

Greek‑Italian family spot on The Hill with hand‑tossed pies and house staples. St. Louis Magazine noted it among top pizza spots nationally via Yelp’s list, and its TV‑famous toasted ravioli only adds to the hometown appeal.

A short drive into St. Charles County rewards with AVPN‑certified Neapolitan from a husband‑and‑wife team. Riverfront Times highlights Noto’s authenticity and near‑perfect margherita; expect meticulous dough, a roaring wood oven, and Italian‑leaning cocktails downstairs at the aperitivo bar.

A generations‑old family parlor that defines the St. Louis‑style experience: ultra‑thin crust, hand‑sliced Provel, and a bright red sauce. Riverfront Times named it Best St. Louis‑Style Pizza, praising the balance and care that wins over skeptics and loyalists alike.