Alexandria has an amazing food scene, and when it comes to pizza, this city delivers. Whether you’re craving classic Neapolitan, wood-fired slices, Detroit-style squares, or creative, chef-driven pies, Alexandria and its nearby neighborhoods have something for every pizza lover.

Here are some of our top recommendations — from neighborhood favorites to must-try spots that locals rave about. (And yes, we’ve included some excellent options beyond pizza, because these are great places to include in your content and stop checklist when showing around town.)

Top Pizza Spots in Alexandria & Nearby

OLD TOWN

RedRocks 

904 King Street

RedRocks has both delicious Neapolitan style pizza and a fabulous wine list.  In addition to pizza, RedRocks offers sandwiches and full entrees, including Gnocchi Al Forno and Spaghetti and Meatballs. Have a seat at the bar for happy hour and try one of RedRocks’ signature cocktails like “Grandma’s Spiked Gingerbread Man.” RedRocks also hosts private events for up to 26 people.

Emmy Squared Pizza 

124 King Street

Located at the bottom of historic King Street, Emmy Squared brings Detroit-style pizzas to Old Town. Pro-tip: not only is their pizza delicious, their burgers have also been named as one of the best burgers in NYC. Besides pizza and burgers, you’ll find delectable appetizers, sandwiches, and salads. Sue likes their spinach salad.

Our team’s review: Emmy Squared is delicious, yet polarizing–  make sure you’re in the mood for deep dish pizza. Great gluten-free options!  Marty regularly visits for the gluten-free margherita pizza.

Andy’s Pizza 

107 N Fayette Street 

Andy’s moved into the old Five Guys (and Megrolls) spot  on Fayette Street, right off of King Street, and has wowed Old Town with its NY style pizza. Andy’s utilizes artisan baking methods and source only the best ingredients. In addition to pizza, you’ll find starters like chicken tenders, wings, old bay fries, and various salads. 

Our pizza recommendations: The classic Pepperoni Pie did not disappoint! Also be sure to try the White Pie with roasted garlic olive oil, mozzarella, provolone, ricotta sopraffina if you love cheese, and try the Carnivore Pie with red sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni, and sausage if you love meat! 

Our team’s review: For those who love thin crust pizza, you’ve got to try Andy’s! Andy’s was overall the team favorite. However, we were disappointed to find out there were no gluten-free options.

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DEL RAY

Stracci Pizza

Del Ray / Alexandria

Stracci has quickly become one of the most talked-about pizza spots in the area, and for good reason. Their pies are chef-driven, creative, and consistently excellent. If you’re looking for a more elevated pizza night (without losing that casual neighborhood vibe), Stracci is a must-try.

Del Ray Pizzeria (DRP)

2218 Mt. Vernon Avenue and 1401 Belle Haven Road

With locations in both Del Ray and Belle Haven, Del Ray Pizzeria is an Alexandria institution. Its cleverly named pizzas, such as “Maui Wowie” (with ham and pineapple) and “The Gringo” (a thin crust white pizza) are local favorites. Del Ray Pizzeria also has an extensive wine and beer list.

The Del Ray location has Trivia Night every Monday and “Small Plates and Suds” on Tuesdays. The Belle Haven location includes a 1,000 square foot garden that provides the majority of its salad ingredients. Both locations offer outdoor seating. Belle Haven also offers sinful frozen desserts at its adjoining The Custard Shack (open April through October).

Piece Out Del Ray

2419 Mount Vernon Avenue

Piece Out is an Italian kitchen located in the heart of Del Ray. They offer New York-style thin-crust as well as Detroit-style thick crust. At Piece Out you can order full pizzas or just pizza slices.

They offer slices for $4, and you can add a Piece Out Pils beer for $2 more to any slice order. In addition to pizza, Piece Out also has delicious sandwiches and other Italian entrees. Their happy hour specials are also worth checking out.

ELSEWHERE IN ALEXANDRIA

Lena’s Wood-Fired Pizza & Tap

401 E Braddock Road

Lena’s was created to provide a gathering place where families and friends can escape their hectic daily routines, relax, and commune in an environment reminiscent of the family table. From soups, salads, small bites, pastas, and entrees, you can’t go wrong at Lena’s. But of course, you’ll have to try the pizza cooked in a 900 degree wood-fired oven.

The Meatball pizza with house-made all beef meatball slices is delicious if you’re a meat lover. Veggie lovers will rejoice in the choice of either the Seasonal Roasted Vegetable pizza or the Mushroom pizza.

Frank Pepe’s Pizzeria Napoletana 

Alexandria Commons Shopping Center – 3231 Duke Street

Frank Pepe’s is your traditional old school pizzeria. They offer salads and pizzas cooked via coal-fire. The coal-fired heat source produces a crispy yet chewy crust. This is what gives a Frank Pepe’s pizza that signature crispy, slightly charred crust.

Specialty pies include the Chicken Diavolo, White Clam Pizza, Original Tomato Pie, and much more.

Our pizza recommendations: Try the Amanti Della Carne if you are a meat lover, and the Veggie Special if you like veggie pizzas.

Our team’s review: Delicious traditional Italian style pizza. Tons of options. Love the thin crust.

&pizza 

Bradlee Shopping Center – 3690L King Street Suite L 

Originally founded on H Street in DC, &pizza has spread to 36 locations in Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Florida. &pizza is like the Chipotle of pizza– it sells personal and customizable oblong-shaped pizzas. Additionally, a fun detail is that they tailor each location to its neighborhood, with local artists designing the interiors. &pizza offers pizza, knots, and some locations serve beer, wine, and cocktails. 

Our pizza recommendations: For a new take on a meat pizza try the Maverick with classic tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, salami, pepperoni, Italian sausage, basil pesto, and parmesan-romano. If you like a little sweet and spicy combo try the American Honey with spicy tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, pepperoni, arugula, goat cheese, hot honey, and red pepper flakes. For a white pizza try The Goat with parm-romano sauce, special T sauce, fresh mozzarella, goat cheese, and fig balsamic. Or make your own. 

Our team’s review: The oval shape of the pizza creates a larger crust with less room for toppings, but the flavors are unique and the make-your-own options are plentiful. Also we love that there are gluten and dairy free options!

Primo Family Restaurant

1636 Belle View Boulevard

A Belle Haven institution, Primo’s has been family-owned and operated since 1988. Try the “Wolverine “ (the mascot of nearby West Potomac High School), with toppings of pepperoni, sausage, beef, ham, and bacon. Visit on Tuesday Pizza Night, when a second large pizza is just $4.99. This family-friendly restaurant offers so many different options beyond pizza, including a great variety of both Italian and Greek entrees. The back room at Primo’s is a great spot for a birthday party or team dinner. Primo’s also sells its dough so you can make your own pizza at home!

Valentino’s

4813 Beauregard Street

Valentino’s has that authentic New York style pizza for those Northerners in DC searching for the pizza they know and love. Its pizza varieties range from vegetarian to the “Meat Worshipper.” Valentino’s extensive menu features everything Italian from calzones to pasta classics. You can take out or dine in at this kid-friendly spot.

The Haven  

Located on the top of Belle Haven

The Haven (aka Belle Haven Pizzeria) is a cozy neighborhood spot serving wood-fired pizzas, smoked wings, burgers, and craft drinks. With a laid-back bar vibe, pet-friendly patio, and on-site custard shack, it’s a go-to for relaxed lunches and casual dinners.

NEARBY FAVORITES (WORTH THE DRIVE)

Pupatella

Various locations in Arlington, Fairfax, West Springfield, Reston, Dupont, Leesburg, and Richmond

Pupatella serves up authentic Neapolitan pizza exactly as it has been prepared for over 150 years in Naples, Italy. Every pizza maker must go through rigorous training that may last up to a year to become a Pizzaiolo (Neapolitan Pizza maker) at Pupatella.

This special pizza is baked in a traditional 900+ degree wood-fired pizza oven manufactured in Naples.

2 Amys

3715 Macomb Road

Open since 2001, 2 Amy’s is a great spot for family’s while being known as the standard for Neopolitan pizza in the District. If you love wood-fired, crips pizzas, then 2 Amy’s is definitely a spot you need to check out. They also have some rather unique pizza toppings including fried eggplant, capers and anchovy.  They also have a great assortment of small plates and salads to chose from to go along with your pizza.

Menomale

2711 12th St NE

Menomale is another hit with Neopolitan style pizza. Tucked away in the Brookland neighborhood of DC, Menomale is a big favorite among students at Catholic University. Menomale sources ingredients from the Campania region of Italy and crafts a very thick and chewy crust that customers love. The dough and Menomale also doubles as the bread for wood-fired sandwiches full of Italian cured meats. The diavola pizza is definitely one of the more popular items, with spicy salami and red peppers. Menomale also features a ‘s’mores pizza for you to try as a dessert!

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