Three Southern California pizzerias — two in Los Angeles and one in Orange County — have been named among the top 100 in the world, according to the 2025 Best Pizza Awards announced this month in Milan, Italy.
The annual list, now in its third year, celebrates not just restaurants but the chefs behind them. The awards were created to spotlight culinary craftsmanship and transparency in the evaluation process. Founded in 2015 by a Polish neuroscientist and an Italian gastronomist, the organization emphasizes a “chef-led” selection system to determine its rankings.
Pizzeria SeiRanked No. 44 is Pizzeria Sei, a minimalist West L.A. pizzeria known for its Tokyo-style take on traditional Neapolitan pizza. Opened in 2022 by husband-and-wife duo William Joo and Jennifer So, the restaurant has gained a dedicated following for its airy, charred crusts and fresh ingredients. Located at 8781 W. Pico Blvd., the shop is often sold out by midday, and customers are encouraged to preorder…