The Best Pizza in San Antonio

Chef Luca Della Casa leads Nonna Osteria, a restaurant located in the Fairmount Hotel. He has created a menu that includes simple staples, like arancini, pasta bolognese and margherita pizza as well as more innovative dishes like octopus, wild boar and fritters with salt cod. The standout pizzas are the Capriciosso, made with mozzarella, Andujia Sausage, Spicy Coppa, Black Olive, Bell Pepper, Pickled Onion and Oregano, and the Cinghiale, with Fontina, Braised Wild Boar, Zucchini and White Onion. They also have a fantastic wine and beer list.

Tre Trattoria is the new restaurant at the San Antonio Museum of Art, a space inspired by the Tuscan hillsides and the region’s family-style dining. Led by Chef Jason Dady, the eatery has a welcoming atmosphere with gorgeous views of the San Antonio River and shaded dining on the Museum Reach of the Riverwalk. The location alone is enough to draw plenty of diners, but they also feature a menu of delicious cast-iron pizzas, antipasti, house-made pasta and seasonal selections from the chef. Try the Piazza Bianca or the Prosciutto De Parma.

Battalion sits at the “Gateway to Southtown,” the Historic and Majestic Firehouse #7. Another winner by famed restaurant duo Andrew Goodman and Stefan Bowers, it is a casual yet elegant place to enjoy high quality Italian food in San Antonio. The restaurant overlooks the beautiful downtown cityscape and the famous Tower of Americas and the contemporary design gives it a warm and inviting ambience. The menu features an extensive selection of fresh pastas, char-grilled meats and delicious vegetable dishes and delectable pizzas.

Piatti is an all-around great place to dine, offering amazing people watching, beautiful decor and wonderful Italian food. It’s a contemporary neighborhood restaurant that serves up creative dishes with traditional Italian influences. The service is fast and friendly and the Alamo Heights location makes it a favorite of locals and tourists alike. Their pizzas are pretty straightforward here, just like they do them in Italy. Try the Margherita, made with fresh marinara sauce, mozzarella and basil, or the Shrimp Pizza, topped with fresh shrimp, basil pesto, mozzarella and sun dried tomatoes.

This elegant restaurant off of I-10 offers authentic Italian cuisine in a delightful setting. Diners can sit inside in the warm Enoteca interior or outside on the back patio amidst the flowers and sunshine. Established in 2006, they have been serving up some of the best pizza in San Antonio since long before many of the modern places even opened their doors. In addition to pizza, they also serve Italian classics like house made gnocchi, Italian Rice Balls and house made mozzarella. Its’ a super warm environment with an extensive wine list so you can always pair the perfect glass of vino with your pizza.

Aldo’s Ristorante is a casual Italian spot with and upscale vibe located in the North San Antonio neighborhood. It moved to its current location from the Medical Center area, where it was a fixture in the community for over 33 years. The menu has a variety of fresh homemade dishes cooked to perfection, each one bursting with the flavors of Tuscany. They pride themselves on the exquisite service and extensive wine list that make a winning combination. The lounge is a great place to meet friends and enjoy a drink while waiting for a table. Once you’re seated, indulge in one of the delicious pizzas, like the Grante or Carne.

Piatti Eilan is the newest addition to the Piatti family. Piatti has many different locations scattered around the country and this one is in the unique community of Eilan in San Antonio. It offers a commitment to sustainable and locally-sourced dining options in the community and matches the local values of respecting the land. The seasonally inspired cuisine here has a special emphasis on local farms and producers and the result is phenomenal tasting food. They have a whole menu of Italian delights but their pizza is what draws most diners in. Try the Meat Lovers Pizza, with pepperoni, sausage, spicy salami and kalamata olives.

Zocca is the place to go for contemporary Italian cuisine, fine wine and cocktails. Not to mention that it occupies a prime location in the most scenic spot in all of San Antonio - the renowned Riverwalk. Here you can diner under towering cypress trees on the riverside patio to enjoy the weather without having to endure the Texas sunshine. The interior is also comfortable and inviting with an elegant mix of burnished copper, rich wood and handsome onyx panels for a welcoming vibe. The chefs here focus on locally-sourced, seasonal ingredients and the pizzas are no exception. Try the Loaded Tuscan Italian, the Seasonal Vegetable or the Naked Pizza.

Paesanos serves up delicious pizza and traditional Italian food no matter which location you visit, but this iconic outpost on the San Antonio Riverwalk is one of their most magical spots. Locals and visitors come together to enjoy delicious Italian food in the sophisticated and relaxed setting. Diners can eat al fresco on the riverside patio with beautiful views or sit inside in the gorgeous and inviting dining area. The bread is warm from the oven and chefs make the food fresh with traditional cooking methods and delicious ingredients. Try one of the simple, classic pizzas, like the cheese with pepperoni, the grilled chicken with artichokes, feta and basil pesto or the margherita.