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Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Knoxville area by diners

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Pizza is one of those universal languages that Americans just get. Even if the styles are vastly different based on the region鈥攍ike a thin wide slice from New York, a thick rectangular cut with crispy edges from Detroit, or deep cheesy pie in a pan from Chicago鈥攎any can agree that the combination of chewy dough, tangy sauce, and gooey cheese is a true American classic.

The growing number of pizza joints is proof enough: More than , up just under 1% over the last five years. Yet, with so many options to choose from, how is a pizza connoisseur supposed to know the best place to grab a slice?

There's a lot of competition out there to become the best pizza place in town, especially with people who have a lot of opinions. The aesthetic is always important to consider; maybe customers prefer a classic greasy joint with checkered tablecloths and shakers of Parmesan and red pepper flakes to douse their slice, or perhaps something artisanal with wood-fired pies served with a thoughtfully curated wine menu. Then there's the pizza itself. Is the restaurant using high-quality ingredients? Does the taste make you want to keep eating more and more?

It may seem like a lot of meticulous details, but given that Americans could eat up to , it only makes sense that all of these details are considered when choosing a go-to local spot. Thankfully, there's enough data out there to steer customers in the right direction instead of having to do the research themselves.

compiled a list of the highest-rated pizza shops in the Knoxville area based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants with at least 20 reviews tagged as "pizza" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Knoxville were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may serve other food items.

Get ready to find the perfect place for your next slice!

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#26. Brenz Pizza Co.

- Rating: 3.7/5 (82 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1705 Cumberland Ave. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches
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#25. Rosati's Pizza

- Rating: 3.7/5 (154 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 234 Brookview Centre Way Ste 109 Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, fast food
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#24. Dazzo's Pizzeria

- Rating: 3.8/5 (219 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 710 South Gay St. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#23. Gavino's Pizzeria & Restaurant

- Rating: 3.8/5 (217 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5211 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
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#21. The Tomato Head

- Rating: 3.9/5 (291 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7240 Kingston Pike Ste 172 Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Sandwiches, Pizza, Salad
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#20. Pizza Palace

- Rating: 3.9/5 (221 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3132 East Magnolia Ave. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Greek, Italian
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#19. Sergeant pepperonis

- Rating: 4.0/5 (102 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4618 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Sandwiches
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#18. Red Onion Pizza

- Rating: 4.0/5 (60 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3625 Sutherland Ave. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#16. Jaboni's Pizzeria Kingston Pike

- Rating: 4.0/5 (97 reviews)
- Address: 7403 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#15. KNOX DOUGH

- Rating: 4.0/5 (64 reviews)
- Address: 10605 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Pizza
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#14. Elidios's Pizza

- Rating: 4.2/5 (128 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6714 Central Ave. Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#13. Puleo's Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.2/5 (53 reviews)
- Address: 8078 Kingston Pike Ste 101 Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#11. Twisted Mike's Tap Room

- Rating: 4.2/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7125 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Sports Bars, Burgers, Pizza
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#10. The Tomato Head

- Rating: 4.3/5 (946 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 12 Market Sq Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches, Cocktail Bars
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#9. Harby's Pizza & Deli

- Rating: 4.3/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3718 Walker Blvd. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches, Burgers
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#8. Hard Knox Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.3/5 (354 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4437 Kingston Pike Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Desserts
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#6. Uncle Sam's Pizzeria & Restaurant

- Rating: 4.4/5 (21 reviews)
- Address: 115 South 17th St. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Salad
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#5. South Coast Pizza

- Rating: 4.5/5 (130 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1103 Sevier Ave. Southeast Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#4. The Kennedy

- Rating: 4.5/5 (92 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 430 South Gay St. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Wine Bars, Pizza, Cocktail Bars
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#3. Baker Boy Pizza

- Rating: 4.6/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 701 North Cherry St. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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#1. Pizzeria Nora

- Rating: 4.9/5 (44 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2400 North Central St. Knoxville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Kiersten Hickman, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 321 metros.

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