Pizza, is there a more controversial topic? Keep it down, all you New Yorkers, Chicagoans, and Italians out there. Key West has entered the ring and is ready to battle it out for the best pizza in the world.
That’s right, the world! Because, and here’s the thing: When you’re sitting in Key West, looking out at the sunset over the Gulf of Mexico, dolphins frolicking, and the Green Flash suddenly lights up your life, who remembers the pizza? You’re in Key West! The pizza was there, and now it isn’t—and you’re somehow not hungry anymore. But did you see those dolphins?
But in all seriousness, for those of you who are more interested in the food than the Green Flash with dolphins, the pizza is pretty darn good, too. The search for the best pizza will take you right into the heart of Key West, where local favorites and hidden gems await. Here’s a look at your options for the best pizza in Key West.
Best Pizza in Key West Florida
There are tons of places to grab a slice of pie in Key West and not just Key Lime Pie. From counter grab-and-go pizza-by-the-slice joints to fancy-pants sit-down-and-eat pizzerias, Key West has a pizza for every palette, including authentic Italian pizza made with traditional ingredients and styles. Here are five, but there are tons more on our little island to be discovered.
This list was compiled after careful research of local favorites and hidden gems, ensuring a comprehensive look at the best pizza options Key West has to offer.
Duetto Pizza and Gelato
Duetto serves Italian thin-crust pie, made with homemade mozzarella and San Marzano tomato sauce for authentic flavor. There are also vegan and gluten-free options, along with calzones and paninis.
You can order by the slice or get a whole pie, and you can opt for a variety of toppings, including fresh basil, spinach, and zucchini. Their Vegetariana pizza features a delicious combination of fresh vegetables. Their gelato is a delicious dessert.
Mr Z's Old Town
501 Southard Street
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Mr Z’s is known for their hot and cold sandwiches (cheesesteaks!), pizzas, and strombolis. Their pizza options feature classic toppings like pepperoni, cheese, red onion, and mushrooms. Can’t make up your mind? How about the cheesesteak pizza! Own Mike Z is originally from Philly, so yeah, the cheesesteak is where it’s at.
Mr Z’s is open until 1 am every night, so it’s the perfect spot to grab a slice after a long crawl down Duval—or even for an early morning bite. It’s a grab-it-at-the-counter kind of place: whole pizzas or just a slice.
Onlywood Pizzeria & Trattoria
613-1/2 Duval Street,
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Looking for a slightly more formal meal experience to mow down your pie? Head over to Onlywood for a nice sit-down restaurant experience with outstanding pizza. Onlywood specializes in authentic Italian pizza, serving a variety of pizzas with premium cheese and delicious toppings. As the name hints, this is an authentic wood-fired pizza joint with plenty of other great Italian staples, like, well, pasta! Key ingredients include basil, oregano, and garlic, which bring out true Italian flavors. The pizza oven was imported from Italy, with bricks made from lava from Mount Vesuvius! It reaches 1,000 degrees, the just-right temperature for proper Neapolitan pizza and achieving pizza perfection. They even make their own homemade mozzarella!
Toppings include prosciutto di parma, arugula, funghi (mushrooms), pancetta, and fresh herbs, adding to the authentic experience. Their menu can change daily to reflect fresh, seasonal ingredients and chef’s specials.
Don’t miss the tiramisu or Nutella pizza for dessert! Onlywood delivers, but only up to White Street in Old Town during dinner time (305-735-4412).
Roostica Wood-Fire Pizzeria
5620 Macdonald Avenue (Stock Island)
https://www.roostica.com
Can it be the best pizza place in Key West if it’s over the bridge in Stock Island? I think so, but only if it’s really good. Roostica makes delicious, authentic Neapolitan pizza in its wood pizza oven. It also offers pizzas, subs, grinders, and nightly dinner specials. You can custom-make your pizza, starting with a basic margherita or white pie, and then add outstanding toppings like san marzano tomato sauce, basil, oregano, mushrooms, funghi, black olives, olives, ham, cheese, shaved parmesan cheese, pancetta, prosciutto di parma, red onion, zucchini, spinach, or fresh Key West pink shrimp. Their Vegetariana pizza features a variety of fresh vegetables like zucchini, mushrooms, spinach, and cherry tomatoes. They’ve got a long list of specialty pizzas to try out, too, along with Italian classics like veal marsala, lasagna, calamari served with spicy marinara, seafood and shellfish dishes with white wine, homemade pesto sauce, or their catch of the day piccata style.
Angelina's Pizzeria
208 Duval Street
https://angelinaspizzakeywest.com
Angelina’s is a renowned local pizzeria, famous for its delicious pizza, pasta, subs, and calzones. $4 pizza by the slice, or pick up a whole pie in 14 or 19-inch sizes. It makes the perfect drunk pizza—handy since it’s right across from Sloppy Joe’s. Angelina’s continues to serve the community with quality food and friendly service year after year. They are open for lunch and offer lunch specials. Menu highlights include classic toppings like tomato sauce, homemade meatballs, and a variety of other fresh ingredients. They also have ten-inch gluten-free pies, if you’re so inclined.
Pizza Joes
208 Duval Street
https://www.pizzajoes.com/
Tucked away in Old Town Key West, Pizza Joe’s is a no-frills, late-night lifesaver slinging hot, cheesy slices to the hungry and the hungover. Open well into the early hours, this tiny walk-up window is a local legend for satisfying that post-bar pizza craving with giant New York-style slices that are greasy in all the right ways. It’s cash-only, quick, and unapologetically simple—just solid pizza, served with zero attitude and zero regrets. Whether you’re stumbling off Duval or just in the mood for a cheap, delicious bite, Pizza Joe’s is a must-stop for a slice of island flavor.
Full? Time for Dessert!
Remember, there’s no rule that says you gotta have dessert where you had your pizza. The proper way to top off such a luscious treat is with one of the best Key Lime Pies in Key West.
Do remember what Mom said about waiting 30 minutes before swimming, though. Those tummy cramps are awful. So, 31 minutes after your Key Lime Pie, call Captain Zak to book your private Key West boat charter, sandbar tour, or snorkeling trip.
