The thin-crust slices of New York or the deep-dish pies of Chicago? It’s a culinary rivalry that has divided pizza devotees for decades — and now, New Orleans is entering the chat in its own way.
Over the past decade, New Orleans has undergone a pizza renaissance, led by pizzerias like Pizza Delicious, Pizza Domenica, Zee’s, St. Pizza and most recently, Forbidden Pizza. These establishments have moved beyond traditional recipes, redefining the pie with bold flavors that have earned national recognition.
This year, two of them, Pizza Delicious and St. Pizza, were named the top pizzerias in the nation by 50 Top Pizza USA 2025, an annual list curated by Italian food critics…