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Best Pizza in Columbia
The most essential pies in Columbia, ranked by the Great Pizza Places editorial team. We currently rank 10 pizzerias here, with Tavern and Italian-American leading the scene.
- Ranked
- Top 10
- High score
- 9.6
- On the map
- 10
List last updated September 2026
#1 in Columbia
Shakespeare's Pizza Downtown
Tavern · Editorial score 9.6
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Columbia pizza FAQ
What is the best pizza in Columbia?
Our editorial team currently ranks Shakespeare's Pizza Downtown as the best pizza in Columbia, Missouri. A Mizzou institution since 1973 dishing out thick, cheesy pies best eaten on the patio.
What style of pizza is Columbia known for?
Tavern is the most common style among our ranked Columbia pizzerias (6 of 10). The top-rated Tavern spot is Shakespeare's Pizza Downtown.
Where can I get great budget-friendly pizza in Columbia?
Angelo's Pizza & Steak House is the highest-scoring budget-friendly ($) pizzeria on our Columbia list, with an editorial score of 9.3.
How many pizza places does Great Pizza Places rank in Columbia?
We currently rank the top 10 pizza places in Columbia, Missouri, scored on crust, sauce, cheese, ingredients, and consistency.
How does Great Pizza Places rank pizzerias in Columbia?
Every Columbia 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.