What’s not to love about pizza? It includes all the food groups, it’s the perfect hand-held food and, with so many topping possibilities, it can please anyone.
We’re fortunate to have some wonderful local pizza options in the Albuquerque area. Check out 20 of our favorite pizza places around town.
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Dion’s
Multiple locations in the Greater Albuquerque area
It’s hard to go wrong with Dion’s. It’s a local favorite for a reason. The ranch is heavenly. And for us moms, the drive-thru is a lifesaver. Dion’s tops this list because it’s easy, convenient, affordable and delicious.
Contributor Favorite: “It’s easy to order takeout, it’s consistent, and there are so many locations. It’s one of the few places where I feel totally comfortable taking my kids since it’s very family friendly. And my toddler gets an absolute kick out of hearing his name called when we’re dining in–you would’ve thought he won the lottery.” -Kayla
Restoration Pizza
5161 Lang Ave NE, Suite A, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Restoration Pizza is committed to making delicious pizza. They have all the favorites, many gourmet options and a to-die-for cauliflower crust. But they’re also invested in our community and want to make it a better place. They hire differently-abled individuals and provide them an inclusive work environment with competitive opportunities and fair wages. It’s pizza with a purpose!
Contributor Favorite: “The mission of Restoration is amazing, and the vibe is so welcoming and inclusive – perfect for families! We loved the Hawaiian pizza and the Roadrunner with crushed red pepper on top.” -Lindsey
Village Pizza
2 locations: Corrales and on Coors & La Orilla (near Flix Brewhouse)
Village Pizza is a family-owned Albuquerque staple that boasts lots of made-from-scratch menu items using tried and true recipes. Village Pizza never skimps on the toppings either. They’re always piled high.
Contributor Favorite: “We absolutely love Village Pizza in Corrales. It’s a cute little spot that feels cozy and we always have the best service. In the warmer months, their patio is so nice! It’s just a different feel than the city. They make our favorite wings!” -Denika
Chicago Pizza Kitchen
2 locations: Eubank Blvd. and Golf Course Road
Chicago Pizza Kitchen is owned and operated by disabled U.S. veterans, and boasts that they are “Home of the TRUE Chicago.” The dough on these authentic Chicago-style pizzas is made fresh daily, and their pies feature fresh, locally sourced ingredients. They also have pan and thin crust pizzas that even come in kid sizes, so your whole family can get exactly what they want!
Contributor Favorite: “Chicago Pizza Kitchen has Chicago-style deep dish pizza and their sauce is so yummy!” -Lindsey
“Chicago Pizza Kitchen is delicious! I’ve only been to the one on Eubank. The kids love to see the Knights all dressed in their armor. It’s a very kid-friendly atmosphere.” -Elizabeth
Golden Crown Panaderia
1103 Mountain Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
This neighborhood bakery near Old Town created its own New Mexican style pizza. Choose from peasant crust, blue corn crust or their Famous New Mexico Green Chile Crust, which is amazing. The patio is gorgeous too! And don’t be surprised if you see this family-owned restaurant on a re-run of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives With Guy Fieri.
Slice Parlor
9904 Montgomery Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87111
If you’re looking for New York-style pizza, look no further than Slice Parlor. They hand throw their made-from-scratch dough to achieve that thin New York crust. Their pizzas are baked on slate in authentic deck ovens, just like New York City. Order slices or whole pies. Our writer Katie loves their awesome lunch deals for an inexpensive lunch date with her daughter or husband.
Farina Pizzeria
510 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Farina Pizzeria & Wine Bar features artisanal pizzas, fresh salads and house-made pastas served in the heart of Albuquerque. Not to mention they were voted #17 best pizza joint in the nation by Timeout Magazine.
Contributor Favorite: “Farina’s is amazing! All the pies there are great!” -Felicia
Amore Neapolitan Pizzeria
In Tin Can Alley, 6110 Alameda Blvd. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
If you want to feel like you’ve traveled to Italy without leaving the desert, this might be what you’re looking for. We’ve heard Amore is the most authentic in Albuquerque, which makes sense since they’ve actually been trained and certified to make authentic Neapolitan pizza, and their oven comes straight from Naples itself.
Contributor Favorite: “My all time favorite pizza spot is Amore. Their Bianche is the perfect white cream sauce pizza with ham, mushroom and mozzarella. Truly divine!” -Felicia
Gimani
2100 Louisiana Blvd NE, St 810, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Grab a slice or a slice flight if you can’t make up your mind! Share a salad and save some room for soft gelato! Enjoy it with a glass of wine or a cocktail. This elevated pizza joint has become a fast local favorite for date night, girls’ night or a family meal.
Contributor Favorite: “As a native New Yorker, I absolutely love Gimani pizza! You can order a pizza flight and try 4 different slices for a reasonable price considering the size!” – Mackenzie
“Gimani is super Instagrammable, but the taste of the food backs up the look of it. I love the Ramped Up Pepperoni. I dream of the Ramped Up Pepperoni. We always grab a chop salad to split for the table, and my kids love it too. Gelato has become a must here, too, because it is to die for! Gimani is a staple in my family!” -Marybeth
Slice & Dice
2 Albuquerque locations
For fun for the whole family (or a great date night), Slice & Dice pizza is the place to go! Order a pan pizza, drinks, sandwiches or salads, then grab some board games from their shelf to play for free while you eat! Their shelves are packed with classic favorites and new-to-you choices that will keep everyone entertained. The game cards are thoughtfully wrapped in sleeves too to keep greasy pizza fingers from leaving stains.
Contributor Favorite: “Slice & Dice makes the perfect family date! We had a blast playing Candyland and a new-to-us game, Keys to the Castle, while chowing down on delicious pizza!” -Lindsey
HAWT Pizza Co.
2 locations: Sawmill Market & Uptown
HAWT stands for Have A Wonderful Time, which you’re sure to have when chowing down on this delicious pizza! Co-founder Felicia Meyer started making pizza in her backyard for friends, who loved the taste so much she started a pizza catering business, then opened a brick and mortar site. Now, HAWT serves wood-fired favorites and gluten-free options at two locations in town.
Contributor Favorite: “We love Hawt Pizza Co. inside of Sawmill for a quick bite before heading to either the dinosaur museum, Explora or the ABQ museum!” – Sarah
Davido’s Pizza
2418 Southern Blvd SE, Rio Rancho, NM 87124
This pizza spot is a Rio Rancho family favorite. They’re open for takeout or delivery and have great daily specials.
Contributor Favorite: “Davidos has been the go-to for a yummy pizza spot. It’s in Rio Rancho and it’s been forever since I had some but it’s fire. We would just get a plain cheese pizza pie.” – Michelle
Scarpas
5500 Academy Rd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Every pizza at Scarpas is prepared in their brick oven and topped with fresh mozzarella cheese. If you love thin crust, fresh ingredients and old-world charm, Scarpas is the perfect choice.
Richie B’s
7200 Montgomery Blvd NE STE A2, Albuquerque, NM 87109
Richie B’s stands out because they offer huge 18” and 25” pizzas that are all hand-tossed and made to order. Of course, you can order normal sized pizzas too. But why wouldn’t you want a pizza larger than your toddler?
Old Town Pizza Parlor
108 Rio Grande Blvd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104
Just off the Old Town Plaza, this family-friendly, comfy pizza spot is close to lots of favorites like the Biopark, Explora and the New Mexico Museum of Natural History. We hear great things about their specialties such as the Pizza Blanca, Margarita Pizza or the Parlor Pie.
Gino’s New York Style Pizza
3908 San Mateo Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110
Gino’s is the most famous pizza in all of Albuquerque. This is the one and only pizza that ended up on Walter White’s roof in Breaking Bad. But don’t worry, the fame hasn’t gone to their head. This spot is still serving ABQ with the same great pizza and family traditions as they have since 1978.
Amadeo’s Pizza
3 Albuquerque locations
Amadeo’s hand-tossed pizza is sure to please. You can also order by the slice all day. And their meal specials can’t be beat. We also hear great things about their wings.
Pizza Barn
11 Plaza Loop, Edgewood, NM 87015
Whether you live or play in the East Mountains, Pizza Barn is definitely the place to grab a slice on the green side. Its comfortable, friendly atmosphere is chock full of small-town charm. Plus it was rated #1 by I Am New Mexico as the best of the top 20 New Mexico pizza joints.
Il Vicino
3 Albuquerque locations
Il Vicino Wood Oven Pizza is a contemporary Italian pizzeria serving authentic wood-fired pizza and more.
Contributor Favorite: “My favorite thing about Il Vicino is that if you dine in with kids, they’ll bring you a ball of dough to play with before dinner. That’s serious kid entertainment.” -Marybeth
Trail Rider Pizza
12165 NM-14, Cedar Crest, NM 87008
This one is a little bit of a drive, but worth it. If you are in the mood for pizza, salad, sandwiches or burgers, this is the place for you. A perfect spot to stop after a quick, family-friendly hike.
