Best Pizza Restaurants in Fairfax
8 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Jon & Vinny's Fairfax
Michelin Bib Gourmand pizzeria from Animal restaurant founders
Notable Picks
8.7
Chef duo Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo deliver wood-fired pizzas with lightly charred crusts and inventive toppings like vodka sauce and smoked ham from their sun-drenched Fairfax café. The Italian-American spot earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand for reliably excellent pies served alongside house-made pastas and that legendary gem lettuce salad.
Must-Try Dishes:
LA Woman Pizza, Ham & Eazy Pizza, Breakfast Pizza 2.0
What Makes it Special: Michelin Bib Gourmand pizzeria from Animal restaurant founders
#2
Ronan
8.7
Ronan is a chef-driven Italian restaurant on Melrose known for wood-fired pizzas and seasonal share plates in a lively, design-forward space. It blends high-level technique with an energetic dining room ideal for date nights. The kitchen delivers consistent execution validated by professional recognition.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita pizza, Sweet Cheeks pizza, Seasonal arancini
What Makes it Special: Wood-fired pizzas and share plates executed with high culinary technique.
#3
OSTE
8.6
OSTE is a Beverly Grove standout specializing in Roman-style pinsa with a light, long-fermented crust and carefully sourced toppings. With over a thousand reviews praising both the pizzas and handmade pastas, it functions as both a date-night spot and a serious destination for Italian-leaning pizza obsessives. The lively bar and patio keep it in steady rotation for locals and visitors alike.
Must-Try Dishes:
Margherita Pinsa, XXtra Pepperoni Lovers Pinsa, Carbonara Pinsa
What Makes it Special: Roman-style pinsa with a long-fermented crust and serious Italian cooking.
8
A Georgian bakery-counter hybrid inside Oui Melrose turning out khachapuri that eats like a cheese-laced pizza boat. The dough is crisp-edged yet pillowy, and toppings lean savory and aromatic with za’atar, mushrooms, and cured meats. Best for a casual, shareable meal that feels a bit different from standard slices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Original Adjarian Khachapuri, Mushroom & Truffle Cheese Khachapuri, Pastrami Khachapuri
What Makes it Special: Georgian khachapuri riffs that satisfy pizza cravings with a richer, cheesier format.
Worthy Picks
7.9
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Hidden Gems Heaven
Heirloom Pizzeria is a neighborhood slice and whole-pie shop offering New York–style and square pies with crisp crusts and balanced toppings. It excels at quick service and consistent takeout while still rewarding dine-in guests with fresh, hot slices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grandma square pepperoni pizza, White ricotta pizza, Garlic knots
What Makes it Special: A reliable pie shop with both slice and square formats.
7.9
Chicago Stuffed Pizza Co. serves Chicago-style stuffed and deep-dish pies from a compact storefront on Melrose. Its focus on heavy, shareable pizzas makes it popular with families and groups. The atmosphere is simple, but the pizza delivers strong flavor and high value.
Must-Try Dishes:
Stuffed cheese pizza, Deep-dish sausage pizza, Garlic knots
What Makes it Special: Classic Chicago-style stuffed pies in a modest setting.
#7
Prime Pizza
7.8
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Late Night Legends
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
This NY-style slice shop delivers massive 18-inch pies with quality toppings at reasonable prices, though by-the-slice quality varies throughout the day. The Grandma and Sicilian squares earn consistent praise, while the sausage and kale pizza surprises skeptics with its balanced flavors.
Must-Try Dishes:
Grandma Pie, Sicilian Square, Sausage & Kale Pizza
What Makes it Special: Reliable NY-style delivery with generous portions for the price
7.6
This London-based Roman pizza shop tucked in The Grove's quiet alley serves semi-thick rectangular slices with gooey cheese absorbed into the crust. The patate pizza with charred potato peaks stands out, while the outdoor patio provides rare breathing room at the tourist-heavy shopping center.
Must-Try Dishes:
Patate Pizza, Spicy Soppressata, Prosciutto Pizza
What Makes it Special: Roman-style pizza oasis hidden in The Grove shopping complex