Everyone, from Yelp reviewers to real estate companies, claims to have crunched the data to find the best places for pizza. Others hit the streets in the name of research, including the Phoenix New Times food team. Arguably, no one has racked up more airline miles in pursuit of the world’s best pies than an anonymous group of Italians. They dropped the 2026 edition of the 50 Top Pizza, a ranking of the best pizzerias in the United States, on Thursday.
Much like the Michelin Guide, unidentified “inspectors” visit pizzerias around the world to evaluate and rate pie shops by region. Pizzerias are judged based on the quality of the pizza, the restaurant’s service and ambiance, wait times and beverage selections.
Two Arizona pizzerias nabbed spots on an influential Italian guide. Craft 64, a pizzeria and brewery with locations in Chandler and Scottsdale, ranked highest at 29th on the list…