Jason McGovern, the owner of Crush Pizza + Tap, helped us put together this list of 10 amazing pizza restaurants.
Our Community Now sat down with the man who went on a personal crusade to eat at a different local pizza joint every day for six months. It's safe to say that Mr. McGovern is living the pizza-lover's dream. Aside from his own fantastic pizza restaurant that serves Sicilian, deep dish, hand-tossed pies, and a wide assortment of local brews, these pizza restaurants made the grade:
Cart-Driver – Downtown Denver
Hands-down the best quality pizza around, especially their Neapolitan pizza. From the perfectly charred dough to the right amount of cheese and sauce, to the super high-quality ingredients, Cart-Driver is at the top of the list. For more information, click here.
Courtesy of Cart Driver
Panhandler's Pizza – Fort Collins
We know, we know, it's in Fort Collins but their deep-dish deserved a spot on the list! Panhandler's buttery crust is worth the drive and wait, as deep-dish usually takes about 30 mins or so to bake. But don't panic, 'cause that sweet sauce and cheese will melt in your mouth and melt your heart. Visit Panhandler's website for more info.
Big Bill's N.Y. Pizza – Centennial
Big Bill's may be home to the most authentic New York-style pizza around. The guy making the pizza is taking the orders and making change for customers. It's New York-themed with an old-school pizzeria vibe. For more info, visit Big Bill's website.
Audrey Jane’s Pizza Garage – Boulder
A family-owned and operated pizza parlor in Boulder, Audrey Jane's Pizza Garage focuses on fresh ingredients and delicious flavors. Best slice in Colorado! For more, visit Pizza Garage's website.
Osteria Marco – Denver
Like Cart-Driver, Osteria Marco's close-to-classic Neapolitan style pizza is a must! But the restaurant has a ton of options to choose from, especially if someone isn't in the mood for pizza. Click here for more information.
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The Walnut Room – Denver
Pizza, beer, and music—what else do you need? Well, you'll definitely need someone to share their tavern-style pizza with. It's square cut, but round and delicious. Try the BBQ chicken pizza, too; it's awesome. Visit The Walnut Room's website for more info.
Mile High Pizza Pie – Erie
Detroit-style pizza made in a house in Erie. If you stop by Mile High Pizza Pie, just know you can only do pick-up on Saturdays. Learn more about Mile High Pizza Pie.
Redeemer Pizza – RiNo
The newest addition to the pizza scene, Redeemer Pizza is located in RiNo. Plus, they have a phenomenal sourdough crust! For more info, visit Redeemer Pizza's website.
Pizzeria Lui – Lakewood
Located in Lakewood, Pizzeria Lui makes wood-fired pizza with the best crust in the area! Click here for more info.
Cosmo's Pizza – Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins
They specialize in huge slices of New York-style pizza. Cosmo's also uses fresh ingredients and only serves high-quality pizzas. Click here for more information.
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What's your favorite pizza joint? Have you been to any of the above pizzerias? Let us know in the comments below.