Denver’s Pizza Power Rankings Are In 🍕🔥
🍕 Denver’s Top Pizza Spots, Ranked by the People
Hey Denver ! 🧩🎉
Denver has spoken and our city has some strong opinions about pizza. From artisan Neapolitan pies to Detroit-style deep-dish magic, these local favorites prove our slice game is no joke. Whether you’re loyal to your neighborhood go-to or ready to discover your new obsession, this list is your roadmap to Denver’s cheesiest greatness.
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Denver has a unique claim to pizza fame. What style of pizza helped put Colorado on the national food map?
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🍕 Denver’s Most Loved Pizza Spots (So Far)
We asked Denver where they go when the pizza craving hits hard—you know, the spots worth crossing town for, waiting in line for, and burning the roof of your mouth for. Here are the top picks locals swear by:
1. Cart-Driver – RiNo
📍 2500 Larimer St #100
Vibe: Cozy-industrial energy inside RiNo shipping containers
Why Denver Loves It: Wood-fired perfection + oysters + spritzes = elite move
Neapolitan-style pies meet fresh seafood and natural wines in one of Denver’s most effortlessly cool hangouts. Date night, friend night, solo-with-a-slice night—Cart-Driver never misses.
2. Blue Pan Pizza – West Highland
📍 3934 W 32nd Ave
Vibe: Neighborhood favorite with serious crust swagger
Why Denver Loves It: Detroit-style royalty—those crispy cheese edges are emotional
Serving award-winning Detroit-style rectangles with caramelized crusts and a buttery bite, Blue Pan also throws down with NY-style, tavern-style, and gluten-friendly options. You’re welcome.
3. Atomic Cowboy / Fat Sully’s – Tennyson
📍 4275 Tennyson St
Vibe: Big energy, bigger slices
Why Denver Loves It: Slices the size of a steering wheel
Late night legends. Giant New York-style slices you need two hands for, plus smash burgers and fried chicken mood boosters. Want chaos? Get a Fat Sully’s pie and a biscuit from Atomic Cowboy next door. Respect.
4. Brooklyn’s Finest Pizza – Regis
📍 5007 Lowell Blvd
Vibe: Old-school neighborhood joint
Why Denver Loves It: Foldable slices that taste like the East Coast
Brick oven pies, fresh dough, and a menu full of stromboli, pasta, and calzones. Zero fuss, full flavor—this place feels like it’s been here forever, in the best possible way.
5. Oblio’s Pizzeria – Park Hill
📍 6115 E 22nd Ave
Vibe: Park Hill family tradition
Why Denver Loves It: Friendly, familiar, and genuinely good
A neighborhood institution for 27+ years, Oblio’s serves scratch-made pies in a warm, family-style space. Think great crust, local beer, and all the comfort pizza should bring.
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🍺 Until Next Time
Denver isn’t just a great place to live—it’s a great place to eat, explore, and discover one delicious neighborhood at a time. Whether you’re loyal to your local pie joint or you’re on a mission to eat your way across the city, thanks for hanging out with us today. We’ll be back Friday with more Mile High goodness, so bring your appetite.
✅ Trivia Answer
If you guessed C) Mountain Pie, you’re right!
Colorado’s own take on pizza is famous for its thick braided crust drizzled with honey—a sweet finish that started at Beau Jo’s in Idaho Springs over 50 years ago. A true local legend.
See you Friday! 👋
-What's Happenin' Team
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