Denver's pizza scene has matured into one of the best in the Mountain West. From legendary local chains to artisan newcomers, the Mile High City delivers serious slices.
Denver Institutions
Beau Jo's
$$ • Multiple Locations
Colorado-style mountain pizza with honey on the crust. A state icon.
Famous Original J's
$ • Capitol Hill
NY-style slices since forever. The late-night standard.
Anthony's Pizza
$ • Multiple Locations
Local chain with consistent quality. NYC transplants approve.
Wood-Fired & Artisan
Cart-Driver
$$ • RiNo
Shipping containers, wood-fired oven, incredible pizza. Very Denver.
Pizzeria Locale
$$ • Multiple Locations
Chipotle-backed Neapolitan. Fast-casual done right.
Black Shirt Brewing
$$ • RiNo
Brewery with excellent pizza. Red ales and red sauce.
Neighborhood Gems
Blue Pan Pizza
$$ • West Highland
Detroit-style in Denver. The crispy cheese edge is everything.
Marquis Pizza
$ • Baker
Punk rock vibes and quality slices. Vegan options too.
Kaos Pizzeria
$$ • Englewood
Neapolitan certified. Outstanding quality in the suburbs.
Pro Tip: Denver's RiNo (River North) district has become a pizza and brewery hotspot. Cart-Driver and several breweries make it a perfect pizza crawl destination.