Best Pizza in New Haven

Fired since 1934, Modern remains a local standard-bearer for crackly, chewy apizza and the famous Italian Bomb. Recognized by Italian pizza editors in 2025 and celebrated by Pizza Today, it’s the essential non-chain “big three” stop without the franchise feel.

A brewpub and late-night hangout that locals love as much for its house beers as for the mashed potato and bacon pie. Frequently praised by The Infatuation, BAR’s gas-fired, thin pies bring a downtown edge to the apizza canon.

Four brothers brought true Neapolitan craft to Wooster Street—fluffy-rimmed pies from a gold-tiled wood oven, house-made cheese, and warm hospitality. Ranked among America’s best by 50 Top Pizza and lauded by CT food media, it’s a must beyond tradition.

Westville’s family-run stalwart since 1971, where owner Pat DeRiso still stretches the dough and keeps the fire hot. Cited by The Washington Post and local pizza historians, Ernie’s plain and broccoli rabe pies define neighborhood devotion.

New Haven-meets-Neapolitan with creative toppings and a lively bar scene. Named Connecticut’s best slice by Food Network in 2025 and featured on Guy Fieri’s TV tour, it’s where locals go for the Honeypot and lunch slices on weekends.

A friendly East Rock hangout from the family behind Old World Pizza Truck, known for inventive bar-style pies, fun specials, and BYO vibes. CT Bites spotlighted its 10-year run—go for riffs like Fungus Among Us or a classic white clam.

A short hop from downtown, this family-run classic shucks clams to order for one of the region’s definitive white clam pies. Reviewed by The Infatuation and praised by national writers, Zuppardi’s delivers old-school flavor without the long lines.

A modern Italian newcomer on Wooster Street serving square, thick-crust pizzas alongside handmade pastas and a rooftop scene. Highlighted by The Infatuation in 2025, Gioia offers a fun change of pace from ultra-thin apizza during a crawl.

A beloved wood-fired truck that helped seed today’s scene, catering parties with New Haven–style pies and fueling the team behind One 6 Three. Featured in regional roundups, it’s a uniquely local way to bring apizza to your celebration.