# 10 Best Pizza Places in Scottsdale, AZ (2026) | Scottsdale Scoop > The best pizza in Scottsdale from classic New York slices to artisan wood-fired pies. Where locals go for their pizza fix in the desert. Source: https://guides.thescottsdalescoop.com/best-pizza-scottsdale --- ![Best Pizza in Scottsdale](/images/pizza-hero.webp) Dining & Drinks # Best Pizza in Scottsdale Every style, every craving, covered Guides › Best Pizza in Scottsdale Pizza debates in Scottsdale get heated. Scroll through any Reddit thread or Facebook group asking about the best pizza in town and you'll see passionate arguments for New York-style, Neapolitan, Detroit-style, and everything in between. The good news? Scottsdale has legitimately excellent options across all styles. From pizzerias that have been slinging pies for decades to newer spots pushing the craft forward, these are the pizza places that Scottsdale locals keep ordering from week after week. Updated July 4, 2026 10 spots ### In This Guide 1 Venezia's New York Style Pizzeria 2 Craft 64 3 Yo Pauly's 4 Strad Pizza 5 Grimaldi's Pizzeria 6 Federal Pizza 7 Nookies Pizza 8 Pomo Pizzeria 9 Joe's New York Pizza 10 Spinato's Pizzeria ![Venezia's New York Style Pizzeria in Scottsdale](/images/venezias-pizza.webp) 1 ## [Venezia's New York Style Pizzeria](https://www.veneziaspizza.com) The undisputed king of New York-style pizza in the Valley Multiple Scottsdale locations Ask anyone in the Phoenix area where to get the best New York-style pizza and Venezia's is the answer that comes up more than any other. The slices are massive, thin, foldable, and have that perfect ratio of sauce to cheese to crust that NY-style purists demand. Multiple Reddit threads have crowned Venezia's the best pizza in the Valley, and their Scottsdale locations are always busy for good reason. The garlic knots are addictive and the chicken parm sub is excellent too. It's not fancy, it's not artisan, it's just really damn good New York pizza. Best New York-style in the Valley Massive foldable slices Legendary garlic knots Visit Website View in Directory ![Craft 64 in Scottsdale](/images/craft-64.webp) 2 ## [Craft 64](https://www.craft64.com) Artisan wood-fired pizza with local craft beer in Old Town Old Town Scottsdale Craft 64 is the artisan pizza spot in Old Town Scottsdale that beer lovers and pizza purists both adore. They brew their own beer on-site and the wood-fired pizzas are made with serious attention to quality ingredients. The dough is fermented for days, the toppings are locally sourced, and the pies come out of the wood-fired oven with that perfect char and chew. The Scottsdale location on Main Street has a great patio. It's casual enough for a family dinner but the quality is high enough for a food-focused date night. The IPA pairs perfectly with the pepperoni pie. House-brewed craft beer Wood-fired artisan pies Old Town Main Street patio Visit Website View in Directory ![Yo Pauly's in Scottsdale](/images/yo-paulys.webp) 3 ## [Yo Pauly's](https://www.yopaulys.com) Authentic East Coast pizza with huge portions and attitude McCormick Ranch, Scottsdale Yo Pauly's is the kind of pizza joint that feels transported straight from the East Coast. The New York-style pies are massive, the portions are generous, and the attitude is 100% authentic. Reddit users consistently recommend Yo Pauly's alongside Venezia's as the top tier of NY-style pizza in Scottsdale. The cheese slices are a perfect late-night option, and their specialty pies show range beyond the basics. The McCormick Ranch location has become a neighborhood staple. If you're from the East Coast and missing home, Yo Pauly's will ease the pain. East Coast authentic vibe Massive NY-style pies Reddit-recommended alongside Venezia's Visit Website View in Directory ![Strad Pizza in Scottsdale](/images/strad-pizza.webp) 4 ## [Strad Pizza](https://www.stradpizza.com) Newer arrival making serious waves in the Scottsdale pizza scene North Scottsdale Strad Pizza is one of the newer additions to the Scottsdale pizza scene and it's already generating serious buzz. Located on North Scottsdale Road, they serve well-crafted pies with quality ingredients and dough that shows real skill. Multiple Reddit threads mention Strad as a rising contender in the Scottsdale pizza rankings. The menu includes both traditional and creative options, and the execution on both is impressive. The space is casual and family-friendly. Keep an eye on this one because it's building a loyal following fast. Rising pizza contender Quality dough and ingredients Building a cult following Visit Website View in Directory ![Grimaldi's Pizzeria in Scottsdale](/images/grimaldis-pizza.webp) 5 ## [Grimaldi's Pizzeria](https://www.grimaldispizzeria.com) Brooklyn-born coal-fired pizza institution Multiple Scottsdale locations Grimaldi's started under the Brooklyn Bridge in 1990 and their Arizona locations bring that same coal-fired pizza tradition to the desert. The coal-fired ovens produce a distinctly charred, thin crust that's different from standard New York-style. The margherita pizza is a classic and the white pie with fresh ricotta is excellent. Yes, it's a chain now, but the Scottsdale locations maintain quality and the pizza is genuinely good. The no-slices policy (whole pies only) keeps the quality consistent. A solid, reliable option that delivers every time. Coal-fired brick oven Brooklyn pizza heritage Whole pies only for quality Visit Website View in Directory ![Federal Pizza in Scottsdale](/images/federal-pizza.webp) 6 ## [Federal Pizza](https://www.federalpizza.com) Neighborhood pizza joint with creative toppings and great beer Phoenix (near Scottsdale border) Federal Pizza sits right on the Phoenix/Scottsdale border and it's worth the short drive for any Scottsdale resident. The wood-fired pizzas here are creative without being weird. The 'Notorious P.I.G.' with prosciutto and the verde pie with green chiles are local favorites. The beer selection is excellent with a rotating tap list that showcases Arizona craft breweries. The space is casual and laid-back with a neighborhood feel. It's the kind of place where you can show up in flip-flops, order a great pie and a local IPA, and have a perfect low-key dinner. Creative but grounded toppings Excellent Arizona craft beer selection Neighborhood vibe Visit Website View in Directory ![Nookies Pizza in Scottsdale](/images/nookies-pizza.webp) 7 ## [Nookies Pizza](https://www.nookiespizza.com) Neighborhood spot with huge slices and a loyal following South Scottsdale Nookies is the kind of neighborhood pizza place that builds an army of loyal regulars. The slices are big, the cheese pull is real, and the prices are fair. It's nothing fancy and that's the point. They do classic pizza well, day in and day out. The pepperoni and the supreme are the go-to orders. Delivery is solid and reliable, which matters more than people think. Nookies is the pizza place Scottsdale locals order from on a random Tuesday when they just want good pizza without overthinking it. Big slices, fair prices Loyal local following Reliable delivery Visit Website View in Directory ### 🌵 Get the Scottsdale Scoop Join 15,000+ Scottsdale locals who get the best events, restaurants, and hidden gems delivered every week. ![Pomo Pizzeria in Scottsdale](/images/pomo-pizzeria.webp) 8 ## [Pomo Pizzeria](https://www.pomopizzeria.com) Certified Neapolitan pizza with imported Italian ingredients Old Town Scottsdale Pomo is the place for Neapolitan pizza purists in Scottsdale. They're certified by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana, meaning their ingredients, dough, and technique meet strict Italian standards. The Capri wood-fired oven was imported from Naples, the San Marzano tomatoes come from the slopes of Mount Vesuvius, and the result is a pizza that could hold its own in Italy. The margherita is perfect in its simplicity. If you appreciate the craft of traditional Neapolitan pizza, Pomo is the only real answer in Scottsdale. Certified Neapolitan pizza Imported Italian ingredients Oven shipped from Naples Visit Website View in Directory ![Joe's New York Pizza in Scottsdale](/images/joes-ny-pizza.webp) 9 ## [Joe's New York Pizza](https://www.joesnypizzascottsdale.com) Late-night slice shop perfect for post-bar pit stops Old Town Scottsdale Joe's on Shoeman Lane in Old Town is the late-night pizza hero that Old Town needs and deserves. When the bars start letting out and you need a slice, Joe's is there. The New York-style slices are big, hot, and exactly what you want at that hour. Is it the best pizza in Scottsdale by food critic standards? Maybe not. Is it the most important pizza in Scottsdale at 1 AM? Absolutely. Beyond the late-night crowd, the daytime slices are genuinely solid too. It's a quick, no-nonsense New York slice experience in the heart of Old Town. Late-night Old Town essential Quick counter-service slices Post-bar hero Visit Website View in Directory ![Spinato's Pizzeria in Scottsdale](/images/spinatos-pizza.webp) 10 ## [Spinato's Pizzeria](https://www.spinatospizzeria.com) Valley institution for over 50 years with gluten-free expertise Multiple Scottsdale-area locations Spinato's has been serving the Valley since 1974, making it one of the longest-running pizza operations in the area. They've earned special recognition for their gluten-free pizza, which is legitimately one of the best GF options in the state. The regular pizza is excellent too with a style that's uniquely Spinato's (not quite NY, not quite Neapolitan). The family recipes have been refined over five decades, and the consistency shows. For families, especially those dealing with dietary restrictions, Spinato's has been a lifesaver and a favorite for generations. Serving the Valley since 1974 Best gluten-free pizza in AZ Family recipes, five decades Visit Website View in Directory ## Never Miss a Scottsdale Pick Subscribe to the Scottsdale Scoop newsletter and get the best local spots, events, and inside scoop delivered to your inbox every week. It's free. Join 15,000+ Scottsdale locals. 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