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A guide to Tampa Bay’s pizza scene
Multiple pizzas sit on plates with steam coming off the top. They are on a silver countertop with five pies visible, with several different flavor combinations visible.
Get them while they’re hot. | Photo by @dueamiciybor
Whenever we’re feeling saucy, we like to dig into a slice of local pizza. The Tampa Bay area’s pizza scene is bubbling with options — and we keep finding ways to top ourselves. If you’re on the quest for the perfect slice, we’ve pie-oneered a list of 18+ places to grab pizza that are definitely worth the dough.

A slice of history

Alfonso’s Pizzeria, 14942 N. Florida Ave., Tampa | A Tampa staple since 1978, this pizzeria offers tradition in its flavor. The owner moved to New York back in the 1970s from Sicily. Good luck getting your hands on the family secrets.

Toby’s Original Little Italy Pizza, 3523 49th St. N., St. Petersburg | For more than 50 years, St. Pete residents have enjoyed pizzas and subs from Toby’s. This laid-back spot has a simple menu with classics like meatball subs and thin-crust pies.

Eddie & Sam’s New York Pizza, 203 E. Twiggs St., Tampa | This joint has been giving Downtown Tampa a taste of the Big Apple since 1998 — literally. They use New York water in their dough.

Up close shot of a pizza covered in cheese and pepperoni slices. The meat is glistening and there is a lot of it.

The more (pepperoni) the merrier.

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Photo of Gianni’s New York Pizza by @foodgrammr

Classic bites

Gianni’s New York Pizza, 936 58th St. N., St. Petersburg | This family-owned business offers an unbeatable deal: two slices of cheese pizza + a soda for just $6.99 all day every day.

Due Amici Pizza & Pasta Bar, 1724 E. 7th Ave., Ybor City | Many an Ybor night ends here. Head down until 3 a.m. to enjoy tasty slices. Fun fact: They import their tomatoes from Italy.

Bavaro’s, various locations | From the downtown St. Pete spot to Tampa International Airport, this family-run business offers classic Neopolitan taste with a century of tradition packed into each bite.

Two pizzas from the award-winning Fabrica. One has a red sauce base and the other's is green.

Fabrica is award-winning for a reason.

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Photo of Fabrica by @foodfreaksguide

Award winners

The Nona Slice House, 997 Main St., Safety Harbor | Pro tip: Keep it simple here with a margherita pizza. Owner Jamie Culliton won Best Pizza in the Country for Nona’s margherita at the American Pizza Championship.

Fabrica, various locations | Recently named one of the World Top 100 pizzerias, this restaurant is renowned for its Neopolitan flavors and customizable pizzas.

Verducci’s, 7800 Blind Pass Rd., St. Pete Beach | Backed up by decades of happy pizza-loving beach-goers, Verducci’s was previously named Best Restaurant on the Beach in the US by TripAdvisor.

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Events
Wednesday, Oct. 11
  • Puddle Jumping | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 10-11:30 a.m. | Museum of Science & Industry, 4801 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa | $9-$15 | Kids ages three to five can learn about the weather by making blowing wind and falling rain.
  • “Murmurations” — an Evening with Andrea Rinard | Wednesday, Oct. 11 | 7-8 p.m. | Tombolo Books, 2153 First Ave. S., St. Petersburg | Free | Come and listen to this local author talk about her debut flash fiction collection which focuses on women’s experiences.
Thursday, Oct. 12
  • The Butterflies of Pinellas County | Thursday, Oct. 12 | 7-8 p.m. | Hammock Hall Banquet Room, 3010 31st St. S., St. Petersburg | Free | Broaden your local knowledge of and appreciation for these creatures with this presentation.
  • Live Music with Ed John | Thursday, Oct. 12 | 8-9 p.m. | The Tampa EDITION, 500 Channelside Dr., Tampa | Free | Burn off hat hump day stress and boogie to some midweek tunes.
Friday, Oct. 13
  • USF Volleyball vs. Charlotte | Friday, Oct. 13 | 6 p.m. | Yuengling Center, 4202 E. Fowler Ave., Tampa | $0-$10 | Cheer on the Bulls as they take on Charlotte in this Friday night clash.
  • John Mayer | Friday, Oct. 13 | 8 p.m. | Amalie Arena, 401 Channelside Dr., Tampa | $96-$2,500 | Watch the 7-time Grammy winner sing from his collection of hits.
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Arts

Mark your calendars: Experience the free WATERLICHT art exhibition Oct. 27-29
People interacting with the art exhibition, WATERLICHT.
The WATERLICHT exhibition entrance is located on Water Street between Cumberland Ave. and Channelside Dr. | Photos provided by Strategic Property Partners
ICYMI, Arts in Motion, presented by Water Street Tampa, features two exhibits by Netherlands-based Studio Roosegaarde: DUNE and WATERLICHT.

DUNE’s immersive light exhibit is open in the Water Street Tampa neighborhood now-Oct. 29, while WATERLICHT is coming Oct. 27-29 and will offer unique dining experiences interwoven with the water-reminiscent art display (reservations may be required).

Plus, enjoy live music in Raybon Plaza each night from 8-11 p.m. featuring:
  • Friday’s Earth Harp
  • Saturday’s Pamela Tick
  • Sunday’s appearance by The Florida Orchestra
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News Notes
Sports
  • The Tampa Bay Lightning started the 2023-24 season with a win last night with a 5-3 victory against the Nashville Predators. Nikita Kucherov and Nicholas Paul scored two goals each, and Brayden Point picked up three assists.
Development
  • A Downtown Tampa lot sold last week for $12.5 million. The 0.68 acres are located at 127 N. Tampa St. near MacDill Park on the Riverwalk. The land was purchased by Richland Capital Holdings, an affiliate of Tampa-based Richland Investments. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Transit
  • You might start spotting golden Tesla SUVs around Tampa soon. Today is the ribbon cutting for the Tampa Downtown Partnership’s DASH program which will offer $2 rides around town. Rides can be scheduled on the app starting tomorrow, Thursday, Oct. 12.
Seasonal
  • A fall-themed market takes over Water Street Tampa this weekend. The autumnal event is on Sunday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will feature a pumpkin patch, dozens of local vendors, and seasonal food + drink.
Film
  • Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice. He’s been summoned to Lost & Found at 2420 Central Ave. in St. Pete tonight where the classic Michael Keaton flick is playing starting at 7 p.m.
Coming Soon
  • The Harlem Globetrotters will be in Tampa next year. The world famous basketballers show off their skills at Yuengling Center on Thursday, April 28. Tickets go on sale this Sunday, Oct. 15. (That’s So Tampa)
Eat
  • Feeling toasty? Gourmet toast restaurant Toastique is coming to Water Street Tampa soon at 1011 E. Cumberland Ave. The eatery opens on Saturday, Oct. 28 and will also offer juices. (That’s So Tampa)
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