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Best Pizza in Wilmington
The most essential pies in Wilmington, ranked by the Great Pizza Places editorial team. We currently rank 10 pizzerias here, with Italian-American and Traditional leading the scene.
- Ranked
- Top 10
- High score
- 9.6
- On the map
- 10
List last updated September 2026
#1 in Wilmington
Generations Pizzeria
Italian-American · Editorial score 9.6
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Wilmington pizza FAQ
What is the best pizza in Wilmington?
Our editorial team currently ranks Generations Pizzeria as the best pizza in Wilmington, North Carolina. Family-run since 1962, a true Wilmington institution for classic pizza and subs.
What style of pizza is Wilmington known for?
Italian-American is the most common style among our ranked Wilmington pizzerias (3 of 10). The top-rated Italian-American spot is Generations Pizzeria.
Where can I get great budget-friendly pizza in Wilmington?
Generations Pizzeria is the highest-scoring budget-friendly ($) pizzeria on our Wilmington list, with an editorial score of 9.6.
How many pizza places does Great Pizza Places rank in Wilmington?
We currently rank the top 10 pizza places in Wilmington, North Carolina, scored on crust, sauce, cheese, ingredients, and consistency.
How does Great Pizza Places rank pizzerias in Wilmington?
Every Wilmington 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.