While we might have our go-to pizza spots nearby, we’re always on our own personal quest to find the perfect slice. From Detroit-style to wood-fired, check out all the different pizza pies outside your doorstep just waiting to be devoured.

Jolly Pumpkin 311 S. Main St., Ann Arbor | 441 W. Canfield St., Detroit | 419 S. Main St., Royal Oak | 2319 Bishop Cir., Dexter | brewery.jollypumpkin.com This rustic restaurant is known for its pizza, house beers, sandwiches, and more. Photo via Jolly Pumpkin/Facebook
Fredi The PizzaMan 17900 Allen Rd., Melvindale This Downriver hidden gem gained a surge of popularity following a rave review from Dave Portnoy of Barstool Sports. Photo via Tomatoes APIZZA / Facebook Credit: Tom Perkins
La Noria Bistro 5517 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-338-3545; lanoriabistro.com La Noria Bistro offers wood-fired pizza and craft cocktails. Their pizza toppings range from anchovies to prosciutto. Photo via La Noria Bistro / Facebook
Como’s 22812 Woodward Ave., Ferndale; 248-667-4439; comosrestaurant.com This Italian-American restaurant has got a major facelift in recent years and is under new ownership, but it remains a Ferndale favorite for late-night pizza. Photo via COMO’s Ferndale / Facebook
Bigalora 3050 Washtenaw Ave., Ste. 112, Ann Arbor; 711 S. Main St., Royal Oak; 777 W. Ann Arbor Trl., Plymouth; bigalora.com This chain is known for its quick, quality pizzas, cooked at 900 degrees for 90 seconds. They also have a full menu of appetizers, entrees, soups, salads, and desserts. Photo via Bigalora / Facebook Credit: Photo via Bigalora / Facebook
Motor City Brewing Works 470 W. Canfield St., Detroit | 19350 Livernois Ave., Detroit | 313-832-2700; motorcitybeer.com Opened as Detroit’s first craft brewery in 1994, the spot is also known for its brick oven pizzas. In 2021, the company expanded beyond its original Midtown location with an Avenue of Fashion sister location. Photo via Tomatoes APIZZA / Facebook
Supino Pizzeria 2457 Russell St., Detroit; 313-567-7879 | 6519 Woodward Ave., Detroit | supinopizzeria.com Supino’s gives Detroit a classic taste of Italy. With their large pizzas, thin slices, and unique toppings, they never disappoint. They also have a variety of sides and drinks. Photo via Supino Pizzeria / Facebook
Green Lantern Multiple locations; greenlanternpizza.com First opened in 1955 in Madison Heights as an old-school neighborhood bar, Green Lantern is now a beloved regional chain. Photo via Green Lantern Pizza / Facebook Credit: Photo via Green Lantern Pizza / Facebook
Amar Pizza 12195 Joseph Campau St., Hamtramck; 313-366-0980; amarpizzamenu.com This small but mighty pizzeria offers thin-crust and deep-dish pies, single slices. Among their popular pizzas are the Tandoori, Philly Steak, seafood, gyro, and the ghost pizza, which comes with a warning thanks to the ghost-pepper sauce. Amar’s was featured on the Travel Channel’s Bizarre Foods. Photo via Amar Pizza / Facebook
Papa’s Pizza & BBQ 2697 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit; 313-875-5555 | 7410 W. Seven Mile Rd., Detroit; 313-279-2222 | eatpapas.com At Papa’s you can build your own pizza, or order one of their specialty pizzas such as Meat Lovers, Buffalo Chicken, or the A-1 Philly Steak. Photo via Papa’s Pizza & BBQ / Facebook
Buddy’s Multiple locations; buddyspizza.com This well-known Michigan pizza chain has served the community since 1946 and is considered the originator of Detroit-style pizza. They also have pasta, salads, soups, and other sides. Photo via Buddy’s Pizza / Facebook
Cloverleaf Pizza 24443 Gratiot Ave., Eastpointe; 586-777-5391; cloverleaf-pizza.com Founded in 1946, these Detroit-style pizzas have been a local favorite for decades.Photo via Cloverleaf Pizza / Facebook
Sgt. Pepperoni’s 4120 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-833-7272; majesticdetroit.com At the Majestic Theatre Complex, you can go bowling, see a concert, play bingo, and have a drink while you enjoy some pizza. At Sgt. Pepperoni’s, you can order from a large selection of pizzas, sides, salads, sandwiches, and more. Photo via Google Maps Credit: Google Maps
Crispelli’s 6690 Orchard Lake Rd., West Bloomfield; 248-254-4760 | 28939 Woodward Ave., Berkley; 248-591-3300; crispellis.com The goal of family-owned Crispelli’s is affordable gourmet. Their specialty thin pizza is a fan favorite. They also serve a variety of salads, pasta, sandwiches, desserts, drinks, and family hospitality. Photo via Crispelli’s Bakery & Pizzeria / Facebook
Renee’s Gourmet Pizzeria 1937 W. Maple Rd., Troy; 248-280-7800; reneesgourmetpizzeria.com For gluten-free pizza lovers, Renee’s has all the pizza without the gluten. In addition to pizza, their calzones, pasta, and sides are not only gluten-free but nut-free, as well. Photo via Renee’s Gourmet Pizzeria / Facebook
Loui’s Pizza 23141 Dequindre Rd., Hazel Park; 248-547-1711; facebook.com/louispizza Considered one of the best Detroit-style pizza purveyors, Loui’s has a coziness and family-friendly ambiance. Photo via Google Maps
Union Woodshop 18 S. Main St., Village of Clarkston; 248-625-5660; unionwoodshop.com Have a hankering for fresh wood-fired pizza? Union Woodshop means serious wood-fired business because, well, it’s in the name. They also serve up sandwiches, burgers, and barbecue. Photo via Union Woodshop / Facebook
Jerry’s Pizza 11749 Livernois Ave., Detroit; 313-834-2121; jerryspizza.com Jerry’s has dozens of pizza options that can be made round or deep-dish pizza. They also have sides such as catfish nuggets and jalapeño poppers. Photo via Google Maps
Brass Rail Pizza Bar 18 W. Adams Ave., Detroit; 313-964-0782; brassraildetroit.com At Brass Rail, you can drink one of their 52 draft beers while enjoying a scratch-made pizza. You can make your own, or choose one of their specialty toppings. Photo via Brass Rail Pizza Bar / Facebook
Amicci’s 3849 Vernor Hwy., Detroit; 313-842-7373, 9841 Joseph Campau Ave., Hamtramck; 313-875-1992; amiccispizza.com With their secret dough recipe, Amicci’s pizza is unlike any other. They make their pizza with premium cheese, and add it to a thick, deep-dish crust. Photo via Google Maps
Michigan & Trumbull 1441 W. Elizabeth St., Detroit; 313-637-4992; michigantrumbullpizza.com Opened in Corktown, Michigan & Trumbull is known for their unique toppings and Detroit-style pizza: cheesy, square, and with a thick crust. Photo via Michigan & Trumbull/Facebook
Detroit Style Pizza Company 28630 Harper Ave., St. Claire Shores; 586-445-2810; detroitstylepizza.co You haven’t had Detroit-style pizza until you’ve tried Detroit Style Pizza Company. They specialize in thick, squared pizza with crispy cheese on top. Photo via Detroit Style Pizza Co. / Facebook
Halal Pizza 6531 Greenfield Rd., Detroit; 313-581-9880 Halal Pizza specializes in thick-crusted pizza with halal meats as toppings. Everything they make is oven-baked and always fresh, including subs, fish, wings, and more. Photo via Google Maps
Pie-Sci 5163 Trumbull, Detroit; 313-818-0290; piescipizza.com Pie-Sci specializes in inventive pizzas. They have a wide variety and clever names for their dishes, including the Pickle Rick Pizza, Notorious P.I.G., Jerky Boys, Smores, and more. Photo via Pie-Sci / Facebook
Luigis 36691 Jefferson Ave., Harrison Twp.; 586-468-7711; luigisoriginal.com Established as a pizzeria in the early 1950s, Luigisis remains a small but mighty Italian neighborhood restaurant, serving up steak, seafood, and award-winning pizza. Photo via Google Maps
Grandma Bob’s Pizza 2135 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-315-3177; grandmabobs.com Grandma Bob’s serves inventive pizzas like the Pear and Fig, Big Mack, and Street Beet Dorito Crunch. Photo via Grandma Bob’s Handmade Pizza / Facebook
Fire Pizza 8004 Greenfield Rd., Detroit; 313-583-3700; firepizzainc.business.site Fire Pizza makes coal-fired pizza, leaving a crisp, yet chewy outer crust. They also have ribs, dinner combos, calzones, desserts, and other homemade meals. Photo via Google Maps
Hippie’s Pizza 121 W. 13 Mile Rd., Royal Oak; 248-733-1111; hippiespizza.com There’s a piece of pizza and then there’s a peace of pizza, which is what Royal Oak mainstay Hippie’s Pizza promises with its fresh ingredients, house-made dough, and flavors like the Cheech and Chong, which combines mozzarella, cheddar, ricotta, chicken, steak, taco seasoning, tomatoes, onions, and black olives, topped with taco sauce and cheddar sauce. Photo via Hippie’s Pizza / Facebook
Marco’s Pizza 4068 Packard Rd., Ann Arbor; 734-973-1750; marcos.com Marco’s is authentic Italian pizza, founded and made by native Italian Pasquale Giammarco. Photo via Marco’s Pizza / Facebook
Shield’s Pizzeria 5057 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-262-6087, 25101 Telegraph Rd., Southfield; 313-356-2720; shieldspizza.com If you’re looking for a good meal and drink, Shield’s is the place to go, with square, deep-dish pizzas and a large selection of libations. Photo via Shield’s Restaurant, Bar, Pizzeria / Facebook
Sicily’s 3554 W. Vernor Hwy., Detroit; 313-554-0775; sicilysdetroit.com Some of their pizzas include the Angry Bird, the Bad Hunter, Wisconsin Delight, and more. Photo via Sicily’s Pizzeria / Facebook
PIZZAWALA’S Curry on Crust 45490 Ford Rd., Canton; 734-354-8700; pizzaawalas.com This Indian Desi pizza spot offers traditional pizza, as well as those with a twist, including toppings like Hari Mirch and Pav Bhaji. They also offer vegan options. Photo via Google Maps
The Original Cottage Inn 512 E. William St., Ann Arbor; 734-663-3379; originalcottageinn.com Founded in 1948, the Orginal Cottage Inn claims to be one of the first Ann Arbor pizza joints before it became a Midwest franchise favorite. In addition to its classic thin-crust and deep-dish pies and vegan-friendly options, its menu includes Italian pasta dishes, burgers, and sides. Photo via Google Maps
Mootz 1230 Library St., Detroit; 313-243-1230; mootzpizzeria.com In the heart of downtown Detroit, Mootz serves quick, carryout slices and full dine-in pies. They also have appetizers, pasta, drinks, and desserts. Photo via Mootz Pizzeria + Bar / Facebook
Major Tomato 6547 Allen Rd., Allen Park; 313-254-9146; majortomato.com Major Tomato’s menu includes calzones, salads, and specialty pizzas like the Loaded Major Potato or the Vampire Slayer. Photo via Major Tomato / Facebook
Ottava Via 1400 Michigan Ave., Detroit; 313-962-5500; ottavaviadetroit.com In the heart of Corktown, Ottava serves rustic Italian dishes, including small plates, brunch, cocktails, pasta, and salads. They have almost a dozen pizza options, which are all made from scratch. Photo via Google Maps
Paul’s Pizza 7635 W. Vernor Hwy., Detroit; 313-843-1444; paulspizza.net Paul’s has daily specials that include two-topping pizzas, Greek salads, and family combo pizzas. They also have gluten-free and veggie pizzas, and chicken wings or tenders. Photo via Paul’s Pizzeria / Facebook
Niki’s Pizza 735 Beaubien Blvd., Detroit; 313-961-4303; nikisdetroit.com Located in Greektown, Niki’s Pizza offers round and deep dish pizzas with a variety of toppings, including all things Greek. Photo via Niki’s Pizza / Facebook
POP + Offworld 128 Cadillac Square, Detroit; 313-961-9249; poppizzabar.com For those looking for a taste of New York City ’za in the Motor City — all while getting your greasy mits all over some pinball — look no further than POP + Offworld arcade and pizza joint. Photo via Google Maps / By Owner
Tomatoes APIZZA 29275 W. 14 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills; 248-855-3555 | 24369 Halsted Rd., Farmington; 248-888-4888; 34200 Woodward Ave., Birmingham; 248-258-0500 | tomatoesapizza.com First opened in 1998 in Farmington Hills, Tomatoes APIZZA is known for its New Haven-style pies. Photo via Tomatoes APIZZA / Facebook
Primo’s Pizza Multiple locations Italian immigrant Marino Soave opened his first pizzeria in 1968 in Livonia, which eventually became a beloved regional pizza chain. Photo via Primo’s Pizza Of Royal Oak / Facebook
Frank’s Family Pizzeria 3144 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte; 734-282-0512; frankspizza1952.com Founded in 1952, this downriver favorite reopened in 2021 under new owners: brothers and Detroit-style pizza purveyors Brandon and Zane Hunt and Josh Cade, who also co-owns the music venue District 142. Photo via Gregg’s Pizza & Bar-B-Que / Instagram
Gregg’s Pizza & Bar-B-Que 17160 Livernois Ave., Detroit; 313-341-2400; greggspizzabar-b-que.com Detroiters swear by Gregg’s, whose menu also includes calzones, subs, pasta, ribs, and seafood. Photo via Gregg’s Pizza & Bar-B-Que / Instagram

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