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Best Pizza in San Diego
The most essential pies in San Diego, ranked by the Great Pizza Places editorial team. We currently rank 10 pizzerias here, with Neapolitan and New York leading the scene.
- Ranked
- Top 10
- High score
- 9.4
- On the map
- 10
List last updated August 2026
#1 in San Diego
Buona Forchetta
Neapolitan · Editorial score 9.4
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San Diego pizza FAQ
What is the best pizza in San Diego?
Our editorial team currently ranks Buona Forchetta as the best pizza in San Diego, California. Buona Forchetta brings disciplined Neapolitan craft and family warmth to South Park, with airy crusts kissed by Sofia's flames.
What style of pizza is San Diego known for?
Neapolitan is the most common style among our ranked San Diego pizzerias (3 of 10). The top-rated Neapolitan spot is Buona Forchetta.
How many pizza places does Great Pizza Places rank in San Diego?
We currently rank the top 10 pizza places in San Diego, California, scored on crust, sauce, cheese, ingredients, and consistency.
How does Great Pizza Places rank pizzerias in San Diego?
Every San Diego pizzeria is reviewed on five criteria — crust, sauce, cheese, ingredients, and consistency — combined into an editorial score from 0 to 10. Rankings are updated as we revisit and add new places.