The list, in my order
10 I’d go back to and 1 only if it suits you. My verdict on every one, and the ones nearby from my other lists.
L’Industrie
- Address254 S 2nd St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
L’Industrie Pizzeria has a relatively short but impressive history. Since opening in 2015 by Italian native Massimo Laveglia, it’s been recognized by many pizza enthusiasts as some of the best pizza in NYC. Fighting words, I know.
Intrigued by the onslaught of praise, we paid them a visit. The pizza style doesn’t fit into any traditional category, perhaps most closely related to a proper NYC slice, but the crust is slightly thinner, almost crunchy.
The dough is long-fermented until it results in a zippy canvas for the fresh ingredient imported from Italy. If there’s a better slice of pizza in Brooklyn I’ve yet to find it. L’Industrie has locals commuting 30+ minutes just to get their grubby little hands on the famed Margherita with burrata slice, myself included.
Roberta’s
- Address261 Moore St & 6 Grand St
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Located deep in the heart of Bushwick lies a legendary wood-fire oven that churns out exceptional New York City pizza. The place is called Roberta’s, and when you first approach the heavily-graffitied Brooklyn flagship you might be wondering to yourself “am I really in the right place?”
That’s how you know you found it. There’s a handful of locations in town, but I suggest going to the Bushwick flagship because the large outdoor patio is ideal for sunny days, especially if you’re gathering a group of friends.
Order a pitcher of beer, bring a deck of cards and enjoy some of the best pizza in Brooklyn. My recommendation is to order the Bee Sting (tomato, mozzarella, sopressata, chili, basil, honey), which scratches the itch for anyone craving an irresistible sweet and salty combo.
Lucali
- Address575 Henry St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Rumored to be Beyoncé and Jay Z’s favorite pizza joint in NYC, getting into Lucali’s requires the patience of a saint. The restaurant doesn’t accept reservations, which means waiting in line (upwards of two hours) is the only way to get in.
The restaurant opens at 5pm but you can get your name on a waitlist starting at 4pm, which means lines start forming around 3pm. The wait-list typically fills up by 5pm.
Speaking of toppings, customize the pie to your liking with the seven toppings offered, garlic, mushrooms, shallots, onions, sweet peppers, hot peppers, and pepperoni.
Keep things simple, because Lucali’s tomato sauce is coupled with a rich blend of three cheeses (buffalo mozzarella, low-moisture mozzarella, and shaved Grana Padano) that doesn’t need supporting actors.
Good to knowLucali has a generous “bring your own booze” policy, so pick up a bottle of wine or some beer before your reservation kicks in.
The secret to finding the best pizza in NYC? Skip the tourist lines and follow the delivery guys.
Speedy Romeo
- Address376 Classon Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
The pizzeria has earned a prestigious Bib-Gourmand rating from the Michelin Guide, awarded to good-value restaurants with exceptional cuisine.
Relying on a wood fire oven to make thin-crusted pies, Speedy Romeo is untethered by tradition, made evident by the creative combinations on offer. A personal favorite is the White Album pie, made with bèchamel, roasted garlic (so much garlic), mozzarella, ricotta Provel, pecorino and parmesean cheese, it spoils the senses.
If meaty pies are more your speed, the King Salami (San Marzano tomato sauce, hot & sweet soppressata, finocchiona, roasted red peppers and mozzarella) is hard to beat.
Fini Pizza
- Address305 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Opened in 2022 by the masterminds behind Lilia and Misi, two of the most popular Italian restaurants in the Big Apple, Fini churns out some of the best pizza in Brooklyn. If you’re a fan of spicy pies, the Long Pepper Shallot slice is a must-order. The white slice is also worth mentioning (blend of fontina, parmesan and mozzarella cheeses), but honestly, everything on the menu is bound to impress.
Unpopular opinion. Hot take. Brooklyn Pizza Guide (Table of Contents) is criminally underrated and deserves way more hype than it gets.
Paulie Gee’s
- Cost$5
- Address60 Greenpoint Ave (Restaurant) & 110 Franklin St (Slice Shop)
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Okay, so I’ve been told that Paulie Gee’s top seller is the cheese slice, but, having tried the pepperoni and cheese. The pepperoni is where its at. Better yet, get the square pepperoni with sesame seed crust (so good!). This definitely one of the best pizza joints in Brooklyn for a proper slice.
A slice will set you back about $5. There’s two locations to choose from, but don’t let it confuse you.
The vibes at this Greenpoint pizza joint are o
Juliana’s
- Address19 Old Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Riddled with drama, the history of Juliana’s Pizza is quite interesting. The pizzeria was opened by Patsy Grimaldi, the founder of Grimaldi’s Pizzeria next door (which he sold in 1998 upon retirement). Grimaldi seemed to move on with his life until a random reappearance at the age of 80, when he decided he wanted to open a new pizzeria.
The problem? He sold his naming rights upon retirement and Grimaldi Pizzeria’s new owner wasn’t willing to compromise. An arduous legal battle ensued which resulted in the opening of Juliana’s Pizza (named after Grimaldi’s mother).
This naturally started a (friendly) rivalry between the two shops, with locals often debating which one makes the best pizza in Brooklyn. Having tried both, I think Juliana makes a superior pie.
The top seller is the Classic Margherita (San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella and basil), but for me, nothing tops the White Pie (olive oil, fresh mozzarella and lots of garlic).
L&B Spumoni Gardens
- Address2725 86th St, Brooklyn, NY 11223
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
L&B Spumoni Gardens was founded in 1939 by Italian immigrant Ludovico Barbati, who sold spumoni from a horse and wagon while saving up to purchase a storefront. By the 1950s, Barbati’s shop grew beyond spumoni and began including pizza, billed as some of the best Sicilian pizza in Brooklyn.
A lot has changed since that time, but one fact remains, splitting a pie at L&B Spumoni Gardens flagship in Gravesend is a quintessential New York experience.
Krispy Pizza
- Address7112 13th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11228
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
With a slogan like, “if it’s not Krispy, it’s not pizza” you better believe this joint serves some killer thin crust pizza in Brooklyn. The family-owned pizzeria has expanded to few locations in Jersey, but the
A Dyker Heights mainstay for nearly five decades, the business was passed down to the owner’s three sons who take great pride in upholding the family legacy. Everything is made in-house and the topping combinations are limitless.
If you’re overwhelmed by the variety on offer, the signature vodka square (homemade vodka sauce, mozzarella, grated cheese) never disappoints.
Luigi’s Pizza
- Cost$2.90
- Address686 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Luigi’s is an endearing hole-in-the wall Brooklyn pizzeria opened by Luigi Lanzo in 1973. Giovanni, Luigi’s son, now runs the. Rather than focusing on fancy pies and fads, the menu focuses on traditional pizzas made exceptionally well.
On par with New York City’s famous pizza principle, a cheese slice runs the same price as a subway fare ($2.90).
Something to Note. There’s an unrelated pizzeria by the same name a few blocks down. Be sure to use the address listed above to avoid going to the wrong pizzeria.
Di Fara
- Address1424 Avenue J, Brooklyn, NY 11230
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Opened in 1965 to Italian immigrant Dom De Marco, Di Fara has been a labor of love for more than 50 years. Nearly every ingredient is imported from Italy, including the olive oil that douses every pie after it emerges from the oven before being crowned with freshly-cut basil. When De Marco passed away in March 2022 his kids took the reigns, keen to keep their father’s legacy alive for the next generation of New Yorkers.