Pizza By Ruffin

Pizza restaurant · Cascade

Pizza By Ruffin

Pizza restaurant · Cascade

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400 Fairview Ave N #107, Seattle, WA 98109

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Unique Roman-style pizza slices with creative toppings, friendly owners  

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400 Fairview Ave N #107, Seattle, WA 98109 Get directions

pizzabyruffin.com
@pizzabyruffin

$10–20 · Menu

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400 Fairview Ave N #107, Seattle, WA 98109 Get directions

pizzabyruffin.com
@pizzabyruffin

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The Best Detroit-Style Pizza In Seattle, Ranked - Seattle - The Infatuation

"In a narrow pocket of 400 Fairview’s food court, this promising al taglio pizza counter serves crunchy Roman-style rectangles worth rerouting SLU lunch plans for. You’ll see the usual tomato-splashed suspects done well—like a basil-brightened margherita or a classic cheese pie polka-dotted with crackly halal pepperoni. But Pizza By Ruffin doesn’t stop at the basics. Punchy green jamaican curry catapults an otherwise monotonous mushroom slice to another lunar plane, squash is paired with brie, and they’re even loading pies with gumbo ingredients." - aimee rizzo, gabe guarente

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The Hit List: New Seattle Restaurants To Try Right Now

"In a narrow pocket of 400 Fairview’s food court, this promising al taglio pizza counter serves crunchy Roman-style rectangles worth rerouting SLU lunch plans for. You’ll see the usual tomato-splashed suspects done well—like a basil-brightened margherita or a classic cheese pie polka-dotted with crackly halal pepperoni. But Pizza By Ruffin doesn’t stop at the basics. Punchy green jamaican curry catapults an otherwise monotonous mushroom slice to another lunar plane, squash is paired with brie, and they’re even loading pies with gumbo ingredients. And sure, there might be a bitter-burnt bite of crust here and there, but we all know that’s far better than an underbaked pizza. In a neighborhood bereft of solid pie options, this counts as progress." - aimee rizzo, kayla sager riley, gabe guarente, aimee rizzo, aimee rizzo, aimee rizzo, aimee rizzo, gabe guarente, aimee rizzo, kayla sager riley, aimee rizzo, aimee rizzo, aimee rizzo, aimee rizzo, aimee rizzo, kayla sager riley

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At Pizza By Ruffin, the classics are good—the specials are better - Review - Seattle - The Infatuation

"In a narrow pocket of 400 Fairview’s food court, this promising al taglio pizza counter serves crunchy Roman-style rectangles worth rerouting SLU lunch plans for. You’ll see the usual tomato-splashed suspects done well—like a basil-brightened margherita or a classic cheese pie polka-dotted with crackly halal pepperoni. But Pizza By Ruffin doesn’t stop at the basics. Punchy green jamaican curry catapults an otherwise monotonous mushroom slice to another lunar plane, squash is paired with brie, and they’re even loading pies with gumbo ingredients. In a neighborhood bereft of solid pie options, this is progress. photo credit: Nate Watters Food Rundown Hot Sausage Imagine a simmering pot of jambalaya—savory Louisiana sausage and all—turned into a pizza slice. It’s packed with flavor, and the bell peppers and carrots stay nice and firm, even after reheating. The Fun Guy This one is loaded corner to corner with mushrooms and a nutty-spicy green jerk base. It’s a must. photo credit: Nate Watters Doro Wat The mild cheese steps aside to let juicy hunks of chicken and gingery doro wat paste do the heavy lifting. And the finely chopped cilantro adds a bright kick to every bite. We just wish there were way more of that doro wat happening all over." - Aimee Rizzo

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Lunch-focused Roman-style al taglio slices with flavors celebrating the Black diaspora, from gumbo to Jamaican curry mushrooms. Profiled by Discover South Lake Union and highlighted in family guides and local press.

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James

Google
I had a couple pizza slices from here - the fun guy, which had mushrooms & Jamaican curry, and the works, which had beef, burger sauce, and banana peppers + onions These were Roman-style, a style not often found around here. it has long, thinner slices that are rectangular shaped. The part I liked the most on each pizza was the crust. It was really good - very airy, and super easy to eat. The crunch, especially around the edges, was fantastic. The undercarriage was also cooked really well - there was a certain char to it to give it hardness but not make it overly chewy or burnt. It's like eating into a much lighter version of a Detroit-style pizza Both slices were pretty good, but I think I liked the fun guy slightly more. While mushrooms are standard on pizza, the incorporation of the Jamaican curry in here was fascinating. It's not something that you typically see on pizza, and it's not just thrown on as a topping here - it's mixed underneath the cheese. this makes it so each bite has a great combination of flavors - from cheesy, to umami, to spicy from the curry. And while I wouldn't call it spicy food, you do feel the spice from the curry, which makes it super interesting On the other slice - it was decent, but the burger sauce didn't compare flavor-wise to the Jamaican curry. Also, the beef and onions were charred too much to really taste them - especially the beef - which wasn't super noticeable The cheese was melted perfectly on both slices, though The only other thing was that even 2 minutes after getting the slices, they were at a lukewarm temperature. I had to put these in my air fryer for a while before they could actually be warm, and I don't think they were reheated for long enough after I selected them from the display. It's on the expensive side for pizza - $15 for two slices is not cheap. These are pretty large slices - coming in at 150g each - and it is an expensive neighborhood, so it's not terrible, but people from other parts of the country with a better pizza culture might be shocked at these prices Also, the service is amazing Overall, I think this place delivers on providing great quality with unparalleled uniqueness in flavors. 8.5/10

Tori Twine

Google
So glad we finally got to check out Pizza by Ruffin after having it on the list for a long time! The slices are Roman-style and range around $7 each. Two slices were plenty for me for lunch. The flavors were great and crust was perfect. I really enjoyed the brisket pizza. Get there early because they tend to sell out. We’ll definitely be back.

Quincy Rowe

Google
Finally found my way here on a slow Monday around 1 pm! Ordered 2 slices to go, the Akomfem and the Jerk while having a pleasant conversation with one of the owners. Both slices were DELICIOUS, very tasty toppings that paired well together and the crust was nice and crispy! Highly recommended if you're ever in the South Lake Union area for great quality pizza!

M G

Google
👌🏽 I popped into Ruffin's to try their pizza at lunchtime, and found the food and service a solid 3 ⭐️⭐️⭐️. There was a short line and plenty of pizza options available. Slices ranged from $4 - $8 per slice. I opted for 2 vegan slices (@ $4 each) for takeout. I got them home and proceeded to toast them in the toaster oven. The crust is crispy and somewhat fluffy (almost like a focaccia) and the toppings were savory and plentiful (tomato sauce, olives and onions. No cheese b/c vegan). That said, the pizza tasted old though the owner said the pizzas are made fresh each day. Maybe my slices were an anomaly. The crust was tough to chew into and the tomato sauce had that dried out appearance like it'd been sitting out for awhile. The green olives appeared to have been added after cooking which was fine but I love toasted olives. The slices also aren't huge so paying $8 for a slice seemed expensive, IMHO (see photo with ruler for measurement) so I'm glad I only paid $4 for my vegan slice. Will I return? Not likely, as I think there's a lot of other great pizza places in Seattle with better prices and fresher-tasting pizza. In response to the owners comments: Thank you for the explanation. It’s appreciated. I’m glad to hear that the pizza is made fresh daily. Though it did not taste like it, I have amended my comment. Unfortunately, I did not think it was a 5-star pizza. Service was 3 stars (not bad, not great. Average.). It could have been bumped up, perhaps, if someone had asked if I needed my slices toasted onsite. The lunch “rush” was small only 4 people in line. Not too crazy busy. To be clear, the pizza is not bad; nor was the service. To me, it was average hence the 3-star rating. I’m happy to hear they donate unsold pizza and support the community; that’s not unique, many places do (especially here) and that’s a good thing. 👍🏽👏🏽

Alex Nguyen

Google
What a good place to get pizza around SLU. Now I wasn’t a huge fan of the pepperoni, tasted like something from Whole Foods. Now their cloud 9 was a cool new unique flavor and taste. Bread was okay, topping was great. Not sure if I’d come back though.

Yogesh Sureshkumar

Google
This spot is tucked right inside the Tommy Bahama building, and I only found it because I work across the street many months ago (right around the time they opened). Honestly, discovering it felt like winning the lunchtime lottery. Since then, whenever the pizza craving strikes, this has been the place. The Fun Guy pizza? Absolute star of the show. I occasionally stray and “cheat” with their other veggie options, but I always end up crawling back—it’s that good. For a vegetarian, the sheer variety of flavors here is a rare treat, and it’s exactly why I’ve proudly sent more than two dozen of my coworkers their way. (Pretty sure I deserve a frequent-buyer badge by now.) And it’s not just the pizza. The service is genuinely wonderful. Colleen at the counter always has a smile and a fun chat ready, and the couple running the place radiate the kind of easygoing kindness that makes a stolen lunch break feel like a reset button. My only wish? That they’d open on weekends. I’d love to bring my family over and prove once and for all that the “amazing pizza” I keep bragging about is not just office-lunch hype. —Yogi

John Conley

Google
The best pizza in town! Real Chicago-style pizza. Even the presentation takes me back. Crisp, crunchy tall crust with truly tasty toppings. I had a pepperoni with jalapenos slice - perfect combo.

Tom Ott

Google
We ordered catering for an office event through Ruffin. Need to order 48 hours ahead of time so they can start extra dough - pretty easy requirement given the size of the event. We ordered 3 pizzas with 5 topping styles amongst them. They were ready on time, delicious, and paired with plenty of plates and cutlery to satisfy our party. Great experience and we plan on doing it again in the future. The pizza is fantastic!
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Bill A.

Yelp
There is literally no better feeling than patronizing a business owned and run by great people, making a great product. I first met the couple behind this when they were doing a catfish pop up in Ballard (also fantastic). I tried three different slices, gumbo, spicy pepperoni with jalapeños, and mushroom & pepperoni, all of them were outstanding. Since I rarely am able to offer anything novel in my reviews I'm going to give you my pro tip for reheating this pizza at home. Place the pizza in a non stick skillet and heat on medium high heat for about 6-7 minutes to crisp up the crust. Add a few drops of water on either side of your slice, cover with a lid or aluminum foil and allow the steam to heat the toppings, about 45 seconds. You will thank me when you try the first bite.
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Diana X.

Yelp
Delicious place to grab a casual slice. I was greeted by the owners, and the ambiance and service was really friendly and a step above the usual de-personalized experience you get from a lot of SLU restaurants and fast casual places in the neighborhood. The Jamaican curry mushroom slice was delicious and had a great texture with the foccacia-like bread and crispy crust. They toast the slices for you, and the price is so affordable for a large slice and was enough for my lunch. I definitely recommend checking out, even if not in the neighborhood. This is a no-brainer to check out for lunch too, if you work in the area!
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Alex N.

Yelp
What a good place to get pizza around SLU. Now I wasn't a huge fan of the pepperoni, tasted like something from Whole Foods. Now their cloud 9 was a cool new unique flavor and taste. Bread was okay, topping was great. Not sure if I'd come back though.
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Gerry H.

Yelp
The food is excellent. Lots of varieties of pizza. Really enjoyed the style and crust. I tried the Chicago and Spicy Pepperoni and enjoyed both slices. The staff were friendly and helpful and you could see they were passionate about the product. The restaurant its self was very casual and small but a few seats were available. Main issue was that it was a bit expensive for a slice.
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Emily T.

Yelp
Finally got to pop in and try this spot! Delicious pizza, friendly service, and nice ambiance! Make sure to come early because things run out pretty fast! My husband and I came around 2pm and some of their pizzas were already sold out for the day! We got the doro pizza and the potato pizza and both were tasty! Huge fan of their crust and prices seemed reasonable.
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Charles F.

Yelp
I'm not a fan of food halls. The vendor spaces are small and the customer service can be non-existant. I started at Bleuwiches but trying to navigate the QR code and not being able to physically see what I was going to eat made me leave. I went to Pizza by Ruffin and was ogling the options when a couple very rudely said, ' Excuse me '. I move aside so that they could accompany one of the high top tables. While making room for the royals, I noticed that there was a vegan option. Matter of fact, the vegan option was one of the few left after a busy lunch rush. One of the servers was busy making pizzas and proclaimed that there Roma pizzas would be ready in 10-15 mins. Speaking of the pizzas at Ruffin, these pizzas have the distinct look of aroma style. Rectangular in shape with a crunchy crust but fluffy dough and toppings. The vegan option had potatoes and olives. I quickly ordered two slices before the royals made me move out of their way. My name was called and I picked up my order and was offered some crushed peppers in a small plastic container. Pro Tip: Make sure to get the peppers as they were outstanding. I found a place to eat and ate my slices. They were hot, tasty, and the peppers were perfect addition. In summary, I enjoyed my vegan pizza especially with the cold and damp rain outside. Thanks Pizza by Ruffin
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Michelle P.

Yelp
So happy this place came to SLU! They specialize in Roman slices which are very filling and flavorful. I love the unique toppings like the "Fun Guy" pizza which has mushrooms and Jamaican curry sauce. You get your pizza fast after ordering and the couple who started the pizzeria, named Isaiah and Colleen, and are there everyday are so friendly. It's a small place with few tables but it's located in the Fairview Market Hall so plenty of places to go eat your pizza nearby. Highly recommend trying them out.
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Vicki S.

Yelp
After my eye exam at Urban Optix, I got lunch (and took some to go) at Pizza By Ruffin, which is owned and operated by a very friendly couple (Isaiah and Colleen). They specialize in rectangular-shaped Roman Style Slices. The dough is lovingly made each day by Isaiah. It is more of the consistency of focaccia which I thought was a nice change from most pizza places in Seattle. There, I had a root beer and slice of Colleen's fave Vegan option that is composed of olives and potatoes on red sauce. I got the following slices to go: Potato Market (Potatoes, Cheddar, Chives), A Fun Guy (Mushrooms, Jamaican Curry), The Pep (Pepperoni, Red Sauce), and Mary's Lamb (Spicy Lamb, Cilantro, Onion). If possible, eat your slices there. It loses the amazing crunch on the crust when left steaming in the box when taken to go. Today was my first time eating here. I look forward to coming back again soon. You should, too, and please continue to support small business!!!
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Stormy K.

Yelp
Such good pizza! Tried their 8" bbq pork. It was so good! The crust is thick so it goes a long way because they are generous with toppings! Isaiah and Colleen are super sweet too!

Diego G.

Yelp
Super tasty pizza and I simply could resist it when I walked by! I also met the owner (Ruffin) and he's really chill/friendly. Would recommend and return.
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Adam E.

Yelp
Good Roman style pizza (thinner focaccia style). Good number of options. We tried the gluten free, and it was just ok, buffalo and lamb slices were good (definitely meat forward on flavor)

Steven M.

Yelp
Simply the best pizza in town! Even better people. Love the space and it's a great addition to the SLU neighborhood.

Justin ..

Yelp
I reached out to Pizza by Ruffin after finding out they are a black & veteran owned business in Seattle to cater an event to engage the veteran community/partner for job searches. They were extremely helpful throughout the process and we were able to feed about 75 people some amazing pizza and salad! Hats off to this amazing couple. Highly recommend!

Anthony M.

Yelp
I absolutely love this place. I eat here every Friday and every single slice I've tried has been amazing. The Doro, the chorizo one, the mushroom one, the potato one, the beet one, all the chicken ones... seriously awesome. One of the best pizza crusts I've ever had. Yum!

Morgan M.

Yelp
The rotating pizza options keep this place interesting, and every week I struggle to decide which to try. Creative flavors, ultra fresh and local ingredients, and a super nice duo that run the place. I work in the building so I get to enjoy Pizza by Ruffin quite a bit - highly recommend!