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16 pizzeriasThe undisputed crown jewel of Huntsville-area pizza — and one of the most decorated small pizzerias in the country. Owner Joe Carlucci is Italian-born, New York-raised, and has been crafting authentic Italian-American pies since before his daughter Valentina could walk. The accolades are staggering: Best Pizza in the World (2022), Best Pizzeria in Alabama (2024), 31st best pizzeria in the United States (2024), Pizza Maker of the Year (2023). The menu is built around house-made dough, imported Italian ingredients, and Joe's family recipes. Choose from NY-style, Detroit-style (+$2), or Sicilian (+$3) crusts. The wine list and cocktail menu match the kitchen's ambition. A hidden gem wedged between a Chevron and a Blimpie's — which is exactly the kind of detail that legends are made of.
Three cousins — Thomas Quijada, Alexis Salazar, and Tino Duarte — spent 15 years honing their craft in New York Italian kitchens before bringing their expertise to Huntsville. They tested their dough recipe ten times to adapt to Alabama water conditions before they were satisfied. The result is a genuinely thin, foldable, chewy-yet-crispy NY-style crust that pizza snobs from the Northeast routinely call the best they've found in the state. Two Huntsville locations: Jordan Lane and South Parkway (the South Pkwy location also serves authentic Greek gyros as "Rella Gyro").
Huntsville's best new pizza concept in years — and the first true by-the-slice downtown pizzeria the Rocket City has ever had. "Razzo" means "rocket" in Italian, a fitting name for a Holmes Avenue spot serving 100% naturally leavened sourdough pizza by the slice. Owner Megan Kizer opened in March 2025 and quickly built a loyal following. Light, crispy, complex crust from a real sourdough ferment, paired with creative toppings (try the Galactic Goat with goat cheese), local craft beer, dirty sodas, and late-night espresso affogatos. A neighborhood bar at heart, with a casual downtown vibe and late hours on weekends.
The iconic Huntsville success story: started as a food truck at the Greene Street Farmer's Market in 2013, won national pizza food truck of the year in 2014, and grew into a beloved Campus 805 institution anchored inside the Yellowhammer Brewing taproom. Stan Stinson and Tina Ford spent months developing their dough recipe — giving away over 1,000 pizzas before they were satisfied. Wood-fired at 900°F for a crust that's both crispy and chewy. The original Huntsville location is joined by a Madison location, and the same owners run Bark & Barrel BBQ at Stovehouse. Local ingredients featured heavily, including Humble Heart Farms goat cheese.
Brooklyn's legendary coal-fired pizzeria, now in its fourth year in Huntsville at Valley Bend at Jones Farm. The signature is the coal-burning oven — it delivers a crispness, aroma, and char that gas and wood-fired ovens simply cannot replicate. Secret-recipe dough, sliced fresh mozzarella, and techniques dating back over 100 years in Brooklyn. Whole pies only — no slices. Pairs beautifully with their house wine list. NY transplants consistently say it's exactly as they remember. The cheese biscuits and NY-style cheesecake are non-negotiable orders.
A Huntsville institution since 2007, occupying a beautifully restored 19th-century building on the National Register of Historic Places right on the Downtown Square. Hand-tossed pies with uniquely local toppings — including the famous crawfish and andouille sausage pizza — alongside local craft beer on 24 taps, specialty cocktails, spiked milkshakes, and homemade gelato and sorbet. Upstairs: a 9-hole blacklight Galaxy Golf course, because why not. Dog-friendly patio, live music on weekends. A Madison location opened in 2014 on Hughes Road.
A Huntsville icon since 1961 — and still going strong with homemade dough and sauce made from scratch daily. Named Best Pizzeria in Huntsville Event Magazine's 2024 Best of Huntsville. The menu is refreshingly affordable: build-your-own pies from $7.50 and no pizza over $10. An odd-shaped building full of character, friendly staff, and the kind of no-frills atmosphere that makes regulars come back every week for 60 years. Don't skip the pint glass of fried pepperoni. Calzones, subs, and salads round out the menu.
A Huntsville staple since 1959 — one of the oldest continuously operating pizza restaurants in Alabama. Terry's serves thin-crust in a brick oven alongside their well-known Chicago-style deep dish, which has kept South Huntsville regulars loyal for over six decades. Dine-in, drive-thru, and take-and-bake options. The lasagna is a cult favorite alongside the pizza. Straightforward portions, reliable quality, and a warm spot for families who have been coming here since childhood.
Huntsville's most picturesque pizza setting — on the ground floor of the Huntsville Museum of Art, overlooking Big Spring International Park. Named for "bread and wine" in Italian, it earns the name with a curated wine list to match every pie. The pizza is creative and well-executed: the Salvador Dali (pepperoni, sausage, meatball, bacon, salami) and the Michelangelo (fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, garlic) are signature orders. After dinner, take a walk around the park or through the museum galleries. A perfect date night option.
Huntsville's Mellow Mushroom locations are consistently among the region's best chain pizza experiences — funky art-filled interiors, a wide craft beer selection, and stone-baked pies that punch well above chain expectations. Creative toppings, reliable gluten-free and vegan options, and a menu built for groups. Two Huntsville locations: Jones Valley / Providence and South Huntsville.
Established in 2014 with a mission to serve world-class pizza alongside a distinguished wine list — and Cork & Crust has delivered on that promise for over a decade. A County Line Road anchor for Madison dining, with gluten-free options, fresh locally sourced ingredients, and a menu that goes well beyond pizza into proper Italian entrées. The fried house burrata is a must-order appetizer. Half-price bottles of wine on Thursdays. Weekend brunch with bottomless mimosas. Private room for events up to 80 guests.
The most anticipated pizza opening in Madison — Grimaldi's third Alabama location is arriving at Clift Farm in spring 2026, right across from Jim 'N Nick's. The 4,000 sq ft space seats 178, including a private dining room for up to 40 guests. It will feature the signature coal-fired brick oven that produces Grimaldi's famous crisp crust, made with their secret-recipe dough and sliced fresh mozzarella. The chain, founded in Brooklyn in 1991, has been a hit at its existing Huntsville location on Carl T. Jones Drive since 2022. Wine bottle chandeliers and black-and-white NYC photography round out the classic New York pizzeria atmosphere.
The same award-winning wood-fired pizza from Campus 805 — now available on the Madison side of town. Same house-made dough recipe (perfected after giving away over 1,000 trial pizzas), same 900°F wood-fired oven, same commitment to local ingredients. On County Line Road adjacent to Cork & Crust, making it a natural complement to an evening out in west Madison.
A tucked-away gem off Old Madison Pike that Madison locals fiercely love — known for quick turnaround times, fresh ingredients, and the most distinctive calzone in the area: stuffed with toppings and cheese on both the inside and the outside of the dough. Generous portions that reliably produce leftovers for the next day. A neighborhood pizza shop in the best sense — nothing fancy, just genuinely good pizza and a kitchen that cares.
The Madison outpost of Huntsville's beloved Downtown Square original — same hand-tossed pies with creative toppings, same 24 local and regional craft beer taps, same homemade gelato and sorbet. Outdoor balcony patio for warm-weather dining. A consistently welcoming neighborhood pizza spot that gets packed on weekends for good reason.
Adjacent to Cork & Crust on County Line Road, this Madison spot serves Detroit-style pizza that locals say delivers on bold flavors — the square, pan-baked style with a crispy cheese-laced edge, chunky sauce applied on top, and a light, airy crumb. Gluten-free options available. Quick turnaround for takeout. Increasingly popular with Madison families looking for something different from the traditional round pie.
Electric Slice Pizza — Owens Cross Roads
A new "pizza-to-go" concept is set to open soon in Owens Cross Roads, just east of Huntsville. Electric Slice Pizza will bring a convenient fast-casual slice model to a neighborhood that's been growing rapidly. Details are still emerging — follow their socials for opening announcements. Also watch for Grimaldi's at Clift Farm (spring 2026) and the continued growth of Mozza Pizza's South Huntsville location, which recently expanded to include a full gyro menu.
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