20 essential pizza places in San Antonio right now

San Antonio may not be New York City, but we’re no goombas when it comes to ‘za.

Whether you’re looking for the thin-crust variety slung in NYC, Chicago deep dish or even Detroit style, there are countless options in the Alamo City. Which is why we have compiled — in no particular order — this list of 20 of the best pizza spots in San Antonio right now.

Some of these places serve up an artisanal pies in an elevated setting, while the more casual options are made for sidling up to a counter for a slice to go. Both certainly have their appeal.

But hey, any way you slice it, good pizza is good pizza. There’s no wrong way to eat a pie — except with a fork.

A hand pulls a slice from a pepperoni pizza. Dough Pizzeria Napoletana
Multiple locations, (210) 979-6565, doughpizzeria.com.

How can you go wrong with this upscale spot that helped usher in the Alamo City’s wider appreciation of Neapolitan-style pizza — and even imported a fancy European oven to make it happen? Dough remains a San Antonio standout in every way. Credit: Photo via Instagram/Dough Pizzeria Napoletana

Exterior of Il Forno, displaying its name on a rustic sign. Il Forno
122 Nogalitos St, (726) 444-0744, ilfornosa.com.

Il Forno prides itself on serving up Neapolitan-style pies featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The menu is small and simple, but the pies are dependably delicious. Look out for its new location on the near East Side, which is reportedly in the works. Credit: Instagram / ilfornosa

A pizza with pepperoni, sausage and basil leaves on it. Back Unturned Brewing
516 Brooklyn Ave, (210) 257-0022, backunturned.com.

Delicious pies and craft beer produced onsite? Count us in, especially since this is one brewpub that respects its pizza as much as it does its suds. Credit: Photo via Back Unturned Brewing/Facebook

Pepperoni pizza with a little grease in the cupped pepperonis. Mattenga’s Pizzeria
Multiple Locations, mattengas.com.

The homegrown and fast-growing Mattenga’s chain has found success for good reason: its pies are crowd-pleasing and delicious. With specialty ‘zas ranging from Texas brisket to a vegan variety, it’s easy to understand why so many people love Mattenga’s. Credit: Photo via Mattenga’s Pizzeria/Facebook

The exterior of The Last Slice pizzeria, illuminated in neon. The Last Slice
3021 MacArthur View, (210) 994-5661, thelastslicepizza.com.

The Last Slice is a neighborhood pizzeria worth visiting even if you’re not from the neighborhood. Great specialty pies, multiple sauce options and a a great selection of toppings ranging from chorizo to arugula make this a standout. Credit: Photo via Instagram / thelastslice

Several thin-crust pies with fresh-looking ingredients on them. Fathead Pizza
152 E. Pecan St. #101, 152 E Pecan St Suite 101, fatheadpizzasa.com.

This downtown newcomer may not have a wood-fired oven, but its thin-crust pizza has plenty of personality. Those looking for New York-style pie in the city center should check out Fathead.
Credit: Courtesy Photo / FatHead Pizza

A delicious-looking halal pizza with multiple toppings. Papa Rami’s Pizzeria
5755 Evers Road, (210) 236-7780, paparamis.com.

Papa Rami’s offers halal options for those looking to avoid pork products and their potential cross-contamination, but that’s not the only thing to recommend it. The menu includes gyros, calzones and more in addition to formidable pies such as the spot’s savory Greek Pizza. Credit: Facebook / Papa Rami’s

A hand pulling a slice from a Detroit-style pizza with a cocktail on the table. Via 313 Pizza
Multiple Locations, via313.com.

Via 313 bills itself as serving authentic Detroit-style pizza, which is to say they’re rectangular in shape and the sauce on top of the cheese. The dough is light and focaccia-like, and the pizza includes cheese all the way to the edge, ensuring an amazingly crisp bite.

A pizza drizzled with a white sauce. Wild Barley Kitchen & Brewery
8403 Broadway, (210) 455-9982, wildbarley.com.

Wild Barley is another brewpub where pizzas shine. The star here is the sourdough crust, which gives the pies an extra kick of flavor. Don’t sleep on Wild Barley’s sandos either, which also feature its sourdough bread. Credit: Photo via Wild Barley Kitchen & Brewery/Facebook

The exterior of Goomba's with its sign glowing in the dark. Goomba’s Pizzeria
Multiple Locations, goombaspizzeriamenu.com.

Goomba’s thin, crisp crust and killer specialty pies give this homegrown chain a real New York vibe. The kitchen also has a deft hand with calzones, sub sandwiches, salads and pasta.

A Capo's pizza. Capo’s Pizzeria
Multiple Locations, capospizzerias.com/menu.

Whether popping in for a slice or taking a whole pie to go, this locally based chain delivers great taste and loaded pies. The owners pride themselves in serving up Buffalo-style pizza, which means their creations are heaped with quality ingredients. Credit: Photo via Instagram / officialcapospizza

A display case inside Leo's Hideout. Leo’s Hideout
143 Soledad St, (210) 251-2117, leoshideout.com/menu.

This retro-style downtown newcomer is part of restaurateur Chad Carey’s Empty Stomach Group, and it’s a fitting addition to the big man’s culinary holdings. The thin-crust pizzas are available by the slice, and the speciality pies are not to be missed. Credit: Photo via Leo’s Hideout/Facebook

Lovers Pizzeria
105 E. Ashby Place, Instagram.com/lovers.pizzeria.

This quaint Monte Vista spot is the epitome of a restaurant with a cult following. Crowds start lining up outside before Lovers opens, and they regularly sell out before dinnertime. The thin-crust pies served on homemade sourdough crust are simply that good. Credit: Sanford Nowlin

Chicago’s Pizza
5525 Blanco Road, (210) 349-8005, orderchicagospizzamenu.com.

Deep dish Chicago-style pizza may draw the scorn of New Yorkers, but there’s something to be said for its sheer over-the-topness. This eatery is clear where its allegiances lie, and its pizzas are a deep dish-lover’s dream.

Sapore’s Pizza
2211 NW Military Highway, Suite 111a, (210) 733-5503, saporespizza.com.

This Castle Hills spot is known for its New York-style pies, which are exceptional, whether you opt for one of their specialties or build your own. Don’t pass up the panini sandos on fresh-baked Italian bread. Credit: Screenshot / Google Maps

Florio’s Pizza
7701 Broadway, (210) 805-8646, florios-pizza.wa-cafe.com. An Alamo Heights staple since 1980, Florio’s serves up New York pizza, by way of Jersey, in a classic pizzeria environment. They’ve been around this long because they get it right. Credit: Bryan Rindfuss

Nonna Osteria
Multiple Locations, nonnasa.com. Pizza isn’t the only thing on the menu at Nonna’s two locations, which celebrate the cuisine of Northern Italy, but they sure do it right. The standout specialty pies include the Atomica, which includes spicy sausage, jalapeños and cilantro oil, and the Funghi, which is a mushroom lover’s dream. Credit: Photo via Instagram / nonnaosteria

Barbaro
2720 McCullough Ave., (210) 320-2261, barbarosanantonio.com.

This north-of-downtown stalwart serves up delicious upscale pies along with an ambitious menu of other Italian items plus a full bar. This pizza done the classy way in a warm environment that’s great for a date night or socializing with friends. Credit: Instagram / sabarbaro

Stella Public House
1414 S Alamo St, (210) 277-7047, stellapublichouse.com.

Stella Public House is all about artisan wood-fired pizza baked in an Italian Modena oven. Texas ingredients take centerstage, and the selection of beer taps is both expansive and well-curated.

Big Lou’s Pizza
2048 S WW White Rd, (210) 337-0707, biglouspizza-satx.com.

Big Lou’s isn’t kidding with the “Big” part of its name. The South Side spot serves up some of the largest pies in the country, with its most expansive measuring 42 inches. It’s not all just gimmick, though. These pizzas are fresh, outstanding and feature a top-notch crust. Credit: Photo via Big Lou’s Pizza/Facebook

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