Best Pizza in Calgary: 12 Pizza Restaurants You’ll Love
- November 19, 2024
- By Cody Battershill
Where to Find the Best Pizza in Calgary?
If you're looking for the best pizza in Calgary, there are a ton of different places to choose from. Pizza is one type of food that almost everyone loves; whether it be at 2:30 am after a night out or for business lunch at noon, you can never go wrong with ordering from any of these best Calgary pizza restaurants.
Keep in mind that these top pizzerias in Calgary are busy for a reason, so we recommend visiting them during non-peak hours or making a reservation if possible. Take-out is always an option as well if you'd like to avoid the line-ups altogether. Without further adieu, here is Calgaryism's list of best pizza restaurants. Also see:
#1 – Pulcinella
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- Address - 1147 Kensington Crescent NW
- Phone Number - 403-283-1166
- Dine-in, take-out, delivery
- pulcinella.ca
Pulcinella is a staple of not only pastas and other Italian cuisine but pizza as well! The restaurant's authentic Napoletana pizza – baked using a certified Italian wood furnace from a special supplier back in Italy – has pizza lovers returning for more every time.
We especially love the Cotto E Funghi, Capricciosa, and Diavola, although the last (and perhaps the most simple) is our favourite. Smothered with tomato sauce and mozzarella, the Diavola's spicy salamino meat is topped with parmigiano and basil, creating a truly Italian pizza experience.
When it comes to the best Italian-style pizza in Calgary, Pulcinella has it. It's a must-try if you're in the Kensington business improvement area, just northwest of downtown and reachable on foot from the Sunnyside C-Train Station.
#2 - Double Zero
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- Address - 751 4th Street SW
- Phone Number - 403-457-7677
- Dine-in, take-out, delivery
- doublezeriopizza.ca
It's easy for mall shoppers to stop in for some of the best Calgary pizza at Double Zero's location on the north side of Chinook Mall. Originally located downtown at TD Core, this best pizza restaurant has been in the north end of Calgary's biggest shopping mall since 2014.
Our favourite double zero pizzas include the mortadella, kale, and mushroom, the last of which is our top choice. Loaded with a unique house-made garlic cream, duxelles, fontina, marinated mushroom, basil, lemon, and parmesan, the mushroom pizza is to die for!
Double Zero has a fantastic list of gourmet thin-crust pizzas that make you want more after every bite. An extensive list of tapas and other Italian cuisines makes dining at this pizzeria exceptional and an all-round experience.
#3 - Rea’s Italian Cucina
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- Address - 431 41st Avenue NE
- Phone Number - 403-230-7754
- Dine-in, take-out, delivery
- reasitaliancucina.com
Rea's is located where the old Sandro's restaurant used to be, just off the corner of Edmonton Trail and 41st Avenue NE. Known for its exceptional Italian cuisine, Rea's has made its way into the hearts of many locals as one of the best Calgary pizza restaurants around.
Our favourite pizzas at this top-quality restaurant include the Michelangelo Special, Paesana, and the Rea's Special. Once again, the last is our number one pick; topped with pepperoni, capicola, mushrooms, olives, and green peppers, the Rea's Special is truly something special.
The pizza here is simply indescribable. It is between thin and medium-crusted, made in-house and cooked to perfection. You have to check out this best pizza restaurant in Calgary for yourself!
#4 - Una Pizza + Wine
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- Multiple locations
- Dine-in, take-out, delivery
- unapizzeria.com
Una is another restaurant where you'll find the best pizza in Calgary. Its savoury Italian-inspired menu, great atmosphere and modern venues are now found all over Alberta, including 17th Avenue SW, Bridgeland, West Springs, the University District, and even Banff.
Some of our favourite pizzas at Una include the 4-maggi, Quattro Carne, and Beltine, the last of which has us returning for more every time. Loaded with smoked bacon, fennel sausage, smoked mozzarella, maple syrup, and cracked pepper, the Beltline is a unique pizza concoction with an epic name representing a local community -- what's not to love about that?
Una stays open late every day of the week, making it a favourite for those craving delicious thin-crusted pizza and appetizers after hours. Some locations also don't take reservations, so be warned to show up during non-peak hours if you can.
#5 - Sophies Pizza
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- Address - 4808 Richmond Road SW
- Phone Number - 403-242-1141
- Take-out, delivery
- sophiespizza.ca
Sophie's is a must-try Greek Pizzeria located at Richmond Place. It is by far one of the best take-out / delivery pizza restaurants in southwest Calgary, and for a good reason.
Our favourite pizza at Sophie's is the Hawaiian Heat, topped with smoked ham, dole pineapple and hot banana peppers. This pizzeria utilizes less tomato sauce and more cheese, accentuating the topping flavours and making every bite a delight.
The Greek pizzeria serves up nearly two dozen pre-made options ranging from your traditional Pepperoni and Vegetarian to house specials such as the Montreal classic trio and Royale, making every order from Sophies a unique experience if you choose so.
#6 - Seniore's Pizza
- Address - #7 - 176 Bedford Drive NE
- Phone Number - 403-451-0101
- Take-out, delivery
- seniorespizza.ca
Located in Beddington Heights, Seniore's is a family-run pizzeria in Calgary that has dedicated itself to using only the freshest ingredients – and it shows, as this is one of the most popular restaurants for by-the-slice and late-night orders.
Seniore's is known for its donair pizza; double loads of donair meat, sweet sauce, cheddar and mozza cheese with optional veggies including tomato and red onions, this is by far one of the best donair pizzas found across Calgary.
Every bite of Seniore's pizza will leave your tastebuds wanting more. We highly recommend you call in advance for your order, as wait times can get long during peak hours.
#7 - Demetris Pizza
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- Address - 1986 Kensington Road NW
- Phone Number - 403-283-0387
- Take-out, delivery
- demetrispizza.ca
If you like thick-crusted, topping-packed pizzas, then you must try this Greek-owned pizzeria in Hillhurst. Demetris has long been a favourite pizza restaurant in Calgary's northwest inner city area, known as the "Kensington District."
Our absolute favourite is the Demetris Kensington Special, a delightful mix of pineapple, pepperoni, black olives, mushrooms, tomatoes, green peppers, onions, beef, and ham. Surprisingly, the toppings on this dish don't conflict but complement one another, making it one of the most unique Greek pizzas we've seen in the city.
As a family-owned and operated business, you can tell these people care about their reputation as one of the best Calgary pizza restaurants. Demetris has no dine-in service, so order well ahead and get yours on time for dinner.
#8 - Posto Pizzeria & Bar
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- Address – 1014 8th Street SW
- Phone Number - 403-263-4876
- Dine-in, take-out, delivery
- posto.ca
Posto is a sister restaurant to the well-known and successful Bonterra Trattoria in Calgary's Beltline. As a result, it shares a kitchen and serves up some of the best Calgary pizzas you'll find in the city; these pizzas are more Italian-inspired, meaning they are thinner and not like the typical thick Canadian crust you'll find elsewhere.
Posto's pizzas go without names, so we will list our favourite by toppings: chicken, almond pesto, goat cheese, red peppers, onions (or #5, if you will). We also love #10 – lamb sausage, black olives, roasted eggplant, and mint, a very unique take on pizza with Greek origins.
Open from 4 to 10 pm almost every night, Posto is a sure bet if you're looking for exceptional gourmet thin-crust Italian-style pizza in the downtown core. We recommend you check out this best pizzeria in Calgary for nighttime eats and tapas.
#9 - Al's Pizza and Steak House
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- Address - 735 Ranchlands Boulevard NW
- Phone Number - 403-241-2555
- Dine-in, take-out, delivery
- alspizzacalgary.com
Al's Pizza and Steak House has been making pizzas since 1988. Over the years, they have gained recognition as one of the best pizzerias in Calgary's northwest with a focus on Canadian-inspired, thicker-crusted pizzas that will leave you coming back for more. Find 34 different pizzas to choose from at Al's, and all are very reasonably priced!
Our favourite pizzas include the Mexicana, buffalo chicken, and house special, although the first is our top choice. Loaded with beef, tomatoes, onions, lettuce, banana peppers, and sour cream, the Mexicana is like a taco but without a scrumptious crust instead!
Located in Ranchlands, this family-run business is a must-try if you love thick-crusted pizza loaded with toppings, all baked to perfection. Find Al's Pizza and Steak House just off Ranchlands Boulevard NW, accessible via Nose Hill Drive or John Laurier Boulevard.
#10 – Bow Tie Pizza
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- Address – Multiple Locations
- Take-out, delivery
- bowtiepizza.com
No list of the top pizza restaurants in Calgary would be complete without Bow Tie. This home-grown pizzeria makes notoriously delicious thick-crusted pizza with a delightful dough and ingredients. With multiple stores throughout the city, it's easy to order on a delivery app from one of its locations in Sage Hill, Centre Street North, Killarney, Canyon Meadows, or Mahogany.
Our favourite Bow Tie pizzas are the All Dressed Up, loaded with tomato sauce, pepperoni, salami, baked ham, onions, green peppers, pineapple, mushrooms, and mozzarella. The Beard of Zeus and Mother of Dragons (hint, hint, Game of Thrones inspired) are also two favourites.
#11 - Famoso
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- Address – Multiple Locations
- Dine-in, take-out, delivery
- famoso.ca
Famoso might be a chain, but it still has some of the best pizza in Calgary. Maybe that's because of their dedication to importing only the finest Italian flour and tomatoes to make each of their Neapolitan-inspired pizzas.
Our favourite Famoso pizzas are the Vesuvio, Sweet BBQ Chicken, and Proscuitto Arugula, the latter of which tops the list. Topped with fior-di-latte (cheese), basil, parmesan, grana Padano, prosciutto, arugula, and lemon, this delightful pizza will take you to Italy and back.
Whether at West Hills, Chinook, Country Hills, Mission, or Sunridge, Famoso has a laid-back and comfortable ambiance that makes dining in with family and friends an enjoyable experience – check one of their multiple locations out for some of the best Neapolitan pizza in Calgary!
#12 - 4th Street Pizza
- Address – Multiple Locations
- Take-out, delivery
- 4thstreetpizza.com
With two locations in Calgary, one on Edmonton Trail and another in Mission, 4th Street Pizza makes finding reasonably priced take-out or delivery easy for inner city and downtown residents.
Our favourites are the Hawaiian, House Special, and Mister Donair, but our top choice is the first of the three with ham, pineapple, mushrooms, banana peppers and jalapenos (you'll have to add the last three veggies for a few bucks each).
The regular crust is relatively thin, leaving room for more ingredients than dough. And this best pizza restaurant in Calgary may have some of the best prices, too – at a few bucks less than many other pizzerias on our list.
What is Your Top Pizza Restaurant in Calgary?
Calgary is home to many different pizzerias spread all across the city. As home-grown local real estate agents, we've visited different establishments in the NW, NE, SW, SE, and downtown, and are happy to be able to share with you our experiences at these best pizza restaurants in Calgary!
For more of the best local restaurants, activities, and events, be sure to check out our Best in Calgary blog today! Also, be sure to check us out at Calgaryism on Facebook for more of everything #YYC – we look forward to seeing you there.