Best Pizza in San Jose (2025)
Worker-owned co-op turning out foldable New York slices and stromboli, complete with subway memorabilia and community-minded vibes. Recognized on the San Francisco Chronicle’s Best Pizza list.
Downtown favorite where a San Jose–born pizzaiolo nails Detroit, Sicilian, and New York styles. Praised by the San Francisco Chronicle for top-tier Detroit squares.
Father-and-son team spins sourdough, Chicago tavern‑style pies—ultra thin, crispy, square‑cut—alongside a full bar and house sandwiches. Covered by Metro Silicon Valley.
Inside San Pedro Square Market, this family-run stall fires authentic Neapolitan pies in an oven imported from Naples. Featured in BayArea.com’s pizza bracket coverage and noted by local tourism guides.
Local institution for crackly, foldable New York pies and hefty 20‑inch rounds. Earned Metro Silicon Valley reader honors and remains a go‑to for Willow Glen–area pizza fans.
Family‑run since 1968, known for a uniquely crisp, pan‑fried bottom and a sweet‑savory house sauce. Spotlighted on KQED’s Check, Please! Bay Area.
A San Jose original since 1950, cherished for square‑cut, cheese‑laden pies and the spicy George’s Special. Its colorful history has been chronicled by Metro Silicon Valley.
East Side staple since 1993, run by an Italian family serving New York rounds and hefty Sicilian trays using a handed‑down sauce recipe. Verified on the restaurant’s official site.
Family‑owned East San Jose favorite known for giant King Kong and Uncle Sam party pies and generous slices. Frequently highlighted by local guides.
Neighborhood throwback serving thin‑crust pies and Italian classics since 1962. Praised by respected local roundups for straight‑ahead, satisfying pizzas.
Family‑run since 1989, this Almaden sports‑bar staple serves crowd‑pleasing pies and midweek barbecue. Listed by the city’s tourism bureau and beloved by locals.
Three generations have kept this family spot going since 1982, winning Mercury News reader accolades and feeding fundraisers and teams for decades.