Arizona might be famous for its deserts, but the state has quietly become a serious pizza destination. I’m the kind of person who will gladly detour for a perfect pizza-because let’s face it, a good slice can turn any ordinary drive into a mini‑adventure.
Last summer I found myself cruising through the Sonoran desert, windshield down, playlist blasting, and suddenly spotted a tiny neon sign that read “Pizza Paradise.” One bite later, I was convinced that Arizona’s pizza scene is a hidden treasure map-each pizzeria a “X” marking where the real gold lies.
From downtown Phoenix’s brick‑oven marvels to a family‑run joint tucked in a Tucson suburb, the 10 spots below proved that a little extra mileage is totally worth the reward. So buckle up, roll down the windows, and let’s chase the best slices the Grand Canyon State has to offer.
Pizzeria Bianco — Phoenix
Chris Bianco didn’t just open a pizzeria. He created a legend that put Arizona on the national pizza map and made people willing to wait hours for a table at 623 E Adams St in downtown Phoenix…