Highest-rated pizza restaurants in the Madison area by diners

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 Madison 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 Madison 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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#29. La Brioche True Food

- Rating: 3.5/5 (301 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2862 University Ave. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, New American, Pizza
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#28. Luigi's Pizza

- Rating: 3.6/5 (189 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 515 South Midvale Blvd. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#27. Spartan Pizza

- Rating: 3.6/5 (31 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5813 Main St. Mc Farland, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Bars, Burgers
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#26. Echo Tap & Grill

- Rating: 3.6/5 (159 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 554 West Main St. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Sports Bars, Pizza, American
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#25. Sugar River Pizza

- Rating: 3.8/5 (120 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1390 Cabela Drive Sun Prairie, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings, Sandwiches
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#24. Zoe's Pizzeria

- Rating: 3.8/5 (61 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 604 East Main St. Waunakee, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Italian
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#23. Greenbush Bar

- Rating: 3.8/5 (218 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 914 Regent St. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Bars
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#22. Glass Nickel Pizza - Madison West

- Rating: 3.8/5 (151 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5003 University Ave. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches, Salad
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#21. Glass Nickel Pizza

- Rating: 3.8/5 (326 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2916 Atwood Ave. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches, Salad
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#20. Rendezvous Paddle & Sports

- Rating: 3.9/5 (27 reviews)
- Address: 201 Main St. Montello, Wisconsin
- Categories: Bars, Pizza, Rafting/Kayaking
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#19. Lucille

- Rating: 3.9/5 (615 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 101 King St. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, New American, Lounges
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#18. Ian's Pizza Madison | Garver Feed Mill

- Rating: 3.9/5 (70 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3241 Garver Grn Ste 121 Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Salad
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#17. Villa Dolce Cafe

- Rating: 3.9/5 (159 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1828 Parmenter St. Middleton, Wisconsin
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Wine Bars
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#16. Cafe La Bellitalia

- Rating: 4.0/5 (191 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1026 North Sherman Ave. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
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#15. Ian's Pizza Madison | State Street

- Rating: 4.0/5 (618 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 100 State St. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza
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#14. Natt Spil

- Rating: 4.0/5 (251 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 211 King St. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Dim Sum, Bars
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#13. Ian's Pizza Madison | Frances Street

- Rating: 4.1/5 (254 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 319 North Frances St. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza
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#12. Buck's Pizza

- Rating: 4.1/5 (44 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 219 Cottage Grove Road Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza
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#11. Salvatore's Monona

- Rating: 4.1/5 (40 reviews)
- Address: 5507 Monona Drive Monona, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza
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#10. Salvatore's

- Rating: 4.1/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10 North Livingston St. Ste 101 Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Cocktail Bars, Seafood
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#9. Angelo's

- Rating: 4.2/5 (88 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4706 Farwell St. McFarland, Wisconsin
- Categories: Italian, Pizza
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#8. Sugar River Pizza

- Rating: 4.3/5 (319 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 957 Liberty Drive Verona, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Sandwiches
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#7. Fratelli's Trattoria

- Rating: 4.3/5 (42 reviews)
- Address: 5801 Monona Drive Monona, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Seafood, Italian
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#6. Grampa's Pizzeria

- Rating: 4.3/5 (329 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1374 Willamson St. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Bars
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#5. Bar Corallini

- Rating: 4.4/5 (215 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2004 Atwood Ave. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Bars, Pizza, Italian
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#4. Pizza Brutta

- Rating: 4.4/5 (476 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1805 Monroe St. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza
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#3. North Shore Pizza And Subs

- Rating: 4.5/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 4503 Monona Drive Monona, Wisconsin
- Categories: Sandwiches, Pizza, Salad
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#2. Novanta

- Rating: 4.6/5 (374 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8452 Old Sauk Road Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Mediterranean
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#1. Novanta

- Rating: 4.6/5 (76 reviews)
- Address: 2903 University Ave. Madison, Wisconsin
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Mediterranean
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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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