Top 20 Pizza Food Chains
This list is guaranteed to make your mouth water! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today, we’re counting down our picks for the Top 20 tastiest, gooiest, cheesiest pizza food chains!
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00:00 We're bringing big back.
00:03 Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we're counting down our picks for the top 20 tastiest, gooiest,
00:10 and cheesiest pizza food chains.
00:12 Cheeser, cheeser, pepperoni, cheeser.
00:16 Number 20.
00:17 Blaze Pizza.
00:19 Customization and artisanal crusts are the bread and butter of Blaze Pizza, and it's
00:25 why the chain has been exploding in popularity over the last several years.
00:28 I mean, I say it all the time when I do these Blaze Pizza reviews.
00:32 11-inch pie, thinner crust, always cooked to perfection.
00:36 The toppings are always fresh.
00:38 Whether you like your pizza to have a variety of cheeses baked in, or you like to go ham
00:43 on the peppers and veggies, Blaze Pizza gives you a ton of options to create the pizza of
00:48 your dreams.
00:49 Well, Cindy, what do you think about your pizza so far at Blaze?
00:52 David, it's outstanding.
00:54 I have no complaints on this at all.
00:57 But if you're one of those who just wants a traditional pizza, they have their own signature
01:01 flavors too.
01:03 From the fancier creations like red vine, to the more classic and smoky barbecue chicken,
01:08 Blaze Pizza brings the heat for almost anyone who enjoys a good pie.
01:12 You tell your friends to take you to Blaze Pizza and tell them Ron sent you, okay?
01:17 Alright, put it there.
01:18 I got it.
01:19 Number 19.
01:20 Hungry Howies.
01:21 This franchise is best known for their flavored crusts, with options that include butter,
01:26 Asiago cheese, ranch, Cajun, and more.
01:30 For 50 years, you've made our fresh dough, real mozzarella, and famous flavored crust
01:35 part of your family.
01:37 But the real reason they're on our list is for their pizza buffets.
01:41 When you go to Hungry Howies, you can expect the usual toppings, cheese, pepperoni, sausage,
01:46 Hawaiian, etc.
01:48 But then you get more interesting and filling pies like the macaroni and cheese, chicken
01:53 bacon ranch, buffalo chicken, or bacon cheddar cheeseburger.
01:57 Okay, so it's delicious.
02:00 All of this greasy goodness works both for and against Hungry Howies, but when it works,
02:06 it works wonders.
02:08 Hungry Howies.
02:09 Number 18.
02:10 Bertucci's.
02:11 Do you prefer thin crust or thick?
02:15 Bertucci's is on the thinner side, but honestly, it's an excellent choice regardless of your
02:19 taste in crusts.
02:21 Every pizza leaves plenty of room for the toppings to work their flavorful magic.
02:26 Cooked to an excellent level of quality in a brick oven.
02:29 Whether you choose roasted vegetable, meatball ricotta, or simple cheese pizza, Bertucci's
02:35 is a pizza chain perfect for those who enjoy a thinner crust.
02:39 And you can even customize your pizza if there's a specific taste you're craving.
02:43 It's the combination of the care and the handcrafted nature and all those steps that really make
02:47 it special.
02:48 Number 17.
02:50 Pizza My Heart.
02:51 On the surface, Pizza My Heart might seem somewhat gimmicky.
02:55 However, once you've tried their award-winning pizzas, you might actually feel your mind
02:59 explode.
03:05 While Virgin Creek is more traditional with its layers of ricotta, garlic, Roma tomatoes,
03:10 and basil, no other pie comes close to the sweet and savory aroma of Watsonville Apple
03:16 or the Figgy Piggy pizzas.
03:18 Sure, they do have the same sort of options you'd expect from any self-respecting pizzeria,
03:24 but you'd be remiss to avoid the aforementioned specialties.
03:33 Number 16.
03:35 Marcos Pizza.
03:36 Marcos just does not make pizza the same way other pizza joints do.
03:44 It doesn't matter if you get Hawaiian chicken, white cheesy, garden, or even deluxe, there's
03:49 just something special about their pizzas.
03:52 Is it the way they bake their crusts?
03:54 Is it the way they disperse toppings so that no one taste overpowers the others?
04:00 Or perhaps it's simply how the cheese, crust, and toppings all blend together for a unique
04:06 flavor.
04:07 Whatever the case, one thing's for sure, Marcos knows how to make a damn fine pizza.
04:13 Marcos, pizza lovers, get it!
04:15 Number 15.
04:16 Uno Pizzeria and Grill.
04:19 Sometimes a good pizzeria doesn't need a massive list of different options.
04:24 And even the most basic slices can be some of the best pizza you've ever had.
04:33 That is the might and majesty of Uno Pizzeria and Grill.
04:36 While their 100+ locations do offer other foods like soup, salad, and even cocktails,
04:42 their delicious pizzas are the main draw.
04:45 There just isn't anything better than a fat slice of cheese or pepperoni to satisfy
04:49 your hunger.
04:52 The restaurant is best known for their Chicago-style deep dish pizza, but they do also offer thin
04:57 crust options.
04:58 So there really is something for everyone.
05:07 Number 14.
05:08 ZZ.
05:09 All of us outside of the UK and Ireland are missing out.
05:17 With well over 100 locations across the pond, ZZ has been going strong since 1999.
05:24 And after one taste of their pizza, you can quickly see why folks have been flocking there.
05:29 While they offer a plethora of other non-pizza food options, you absolutely must try their
05:34 rustica pizzas.
05:39 Yes they are essentially flatbreads, yet their variety is impressive.
05:44 Panoli, primavera, meat sofia, picante, and you can even get two halves if you can't
05:50 decide on one.
05:52 Needless to say, it's impossible to not find a rustica pizza you love from ZZ.
06:00 Number 13.
06:02 Jets Pizza.
06:03 Apparently, the recipe for Jets Pizza, which came from the founder's mother, hasn't
06:09 changed since 1978.
06:11 And there's a good reason for that.
06:18 Every slice of this square deep dish Detroit-style pizza comes with a delicious strand of cheese
06:23 from adjoining slices.
06:27 Meat lovers won't turn down Jets either, as the chain boasts a hearty selection of
06:31 meat-based pies.
06:33 Would you like the Buffalo Ranch Chicken or Chicken Bacon Ranch?
06:37 Or would you like the Zesty Eugene Supreme or the signature Jet 10?
06:41 Your options are packed with intense flavours and the gooiest cheese out there.
06:47 Just try not to make too much of a mess.
06:53 Number 12.
06:55 Giordano's.
06:56 Despite having been around since 1974, Giordano's is one of the smaller chains on our list.
07:03 Even smaller than Uno.
07:05 But don't let the size of the company define its quality.
07:11 As with any other pizza joint, you can expect the usual cheese, pepperoni, sausage, and
07:17 more.
07:18 But if you want to see what makes Giordano's so great, you must have a slice of their deep
07:22 dish and stuffed pizzas.
07:30 This chain nails both styles of pies in a way no other chain comes close to.
07:35 Just don't be surprised if you wind up with a hefty amount of leftovers for the week.
07:48 Number 11.
07:49 Chuck E. Cheese.
07:51 We can admit that the quality of a Chuck E. Cheese pizza will entirely depend on your
07:55 location.
07:56 When the pizza is bad, well, it can be bad.
08:00 When it's good, it can forever define a kid's birthday party.
08:07 There just simply wasn't an experience quite like going to Chuck E. Cheese.
08:11 Enjoying some gooey cheese or pepperoni pizza and then jumping into the ball pit or wandering
08:16 the arcade floor afterwards.
08:24 Though the business has declined in recent years as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic,
08:29 there's still a whole generation of folks who will swear by the mouse.
08:37 Number 10.
08:38 Sbarro.
08:39 For the longest time, you couldn't walk through a shopping mall food court, an airport
08:44 terminal, or the streets of New York without encountering this familiar pizzeria.
08:50 Having filed for bankruptcy twice, Sbarro isn't quite as widespread as it once was.
08:56 When people do come across this chain though, they're certain to suddenly develop a craving
09:00 for Italian food.
09:01 Whether you're in the mood for a traditional New York slice, stuffed pizza, or stromboli,
09:06 Sbarro remains the perfect place for a quick bite.
09:14 Number 9.
09:15 Mellow Mushroom.
09:17 This hip, laid-back restaurant initially gained popularity on college campuses.
09:22 Over the years, however, locations have expanded to urban areas for everyone to enjoy.
09:27 In that sense, Mellow Mushroom is kind of like the Facebook of pizza places.
09:31 In addition to having a refreshingly groovy decor, the chain also offers a distinctive
09:36 selection of sandwiches, calzones, and of course, pizzas.
09:41 The thick, savory crust brings every Mellow Mushroom pizza full circle.
09:45 Equipped with mouth-watering cheese and sauce, plus, is there a funkier mascot out there
09:54 than Mellow Mushroom?
10:01 Number 8.
10:03 Cici's.
10:04 Sometimes people can have a hard time deciding what toppings to put on a pizza.
10:08 If you're in the mood for a little bit of everything, this buffet restaurant is bound
10:12 to leave you satisfied.
10:18 Cici's allows their customers to try a wide range of different pizzas.
10:22 In addition to having traditional tastes, their menu also includes adventurous items
10:26 like mac and cheese pizza.
10:33 If you're more into deep dish or flatbread, Cici's has you covered in those departments
10:37 as well.
10:38 Depending on the extent of your appetite, you'll want to grab a slice of every pizza
10:42 Cici's has on display.
10:48 Number 7.
10:49 Round Table Pizza.
10:51 With its festive renaissance fair atmosphere, Round Table Pizza is the ideal restaurant
10:56 for families.
11:01 It's also a hotspot for birthday parties and other celebrations.
11:06 As for the pizza, it's a feast fit for a king.
11:13 From Montague's all-meat marvel to Guinevere's garden delight to King Arthur's supreme,
11:19 the menu has no shortage of legendary combinations.
11:22 Some locations even include a buffet with plenty of cuisine to go around.
11:26 If there isn't a round table pizza in your kingdom, embark on a delicious quest where
11:31 the smell of pizza will guide you and seek out this enchanting eatery.
11:38 Number 6.
11:40 Papa Murphy's.
11:41 Papa Murphy's combines the quality of takeout pizza with the convenience of frozen pizza.
11:47 In a highly innovative setup, the pizza is prepared at the establishment, but the customer
12:04 must bake it at home.
12:06 While that might sound like extra work, this take-and-bake system allows people to get
12:10 their pizza hot and fresh out of the oven.
12:26 Papa Murphy's also lets patrons customize their pie, whether you're in the mood for
12:30 thin crust, stuffed crust, or pan.
12:33 Don't forget to pick up a delectable s'mores pizza for dessert.
12:46 Number 5.
12:47 California Pizza Kitchen.
12:49 California doesn't get as much credit for their pizza as New York or Chicago.
12:54 However, you can always rely on CPK to deliver a flavorful personal pie, be it crispy thin
13:00 crust or hand-tossed.
13:05 Naturally specializing in California-style pizza, this restaurant chain serves up a variety
13:10 of unique, inventive dishes.
13:12 While we're not sure if their original BBQ chicken pizza is actually the original BBQ
13:18 chicken pizza, it is scrumptious, as is everything else on their lengthy menu.
13:28 As far as casual dining experiences go, California Pizza Kitchen is as classy as it gets.
13:38 Number 4.
13:40 Little Caesars.
13:41 Julius Caesar once famously said, "I came, I saw, I conquered."
13:47 A competitive eater would likely say the same thing if they downed a bacon-wrapped deep
13:52 dish pizza from Little Caesars.
13:54 Known for their hot-and-ready products, this successful pizza franchise offers speedy service
14:06 and cheap prices.
14:13 On top of that, it was one of the first pizza chains to include a drive-thru window and
14:18 to be featured in stadiums.
14:20 Most importantly, their pizza and crazy bread are simply irresistible.
14:25 What else can be said except, "Pizza, pizza."
14:27 Number 3.
14:30 Domino's.
14:31 How can you go wrong with a pizza endorsed by the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?
14:45 Domino's has been an iconic pizza chain for decades, but it's undergone some major
14:50 changes in the past few years.
14:53 Approaching its 50th anniversary, the company decided to reinvent their pizza recipe to
14:58 appease customers.
15:03 If you ask most pizza munchers, Domino's has changed for the better with zestier sauce,
15:09 richer crust, and more flavorful cheese.
15:12 Even if you're nostalgic for the old recipe, Domino's pizza is sure to tickle your taste
15:16 buds.
15:17 That is, unless the 'noid ruins it.
15:28 Number 2.
15:30 Papa John's.
15:31 Better ingredients, better pizza.
15:34 Papa John's has always lived by that motto, delivering one of the most explosively delicious
15:38 pizzas in the fast food industry.
15:44 Complete with succulent cheese and heavenly crust, every slice of Papa John's pizza
15:49 tastes like a Super Bowl party in your mouth.
15:51 Despite starting off in the broom closet of his father's tavern, John Schnatter's creation
15:56 has truly grown into a pizza phenomenon.
16:17 Number 1.
16:18 Pizza Hut.
16:19 It's hard to beat a pie from Pizza Hut.
16:21 Sure, it might not seem glamorous or fancy, but pizza lovers can't help but get excited
16:27 every time they see that red roof.
16:34 Aside from its juicy cheese and savory sauce, Pizza Hut primarily stands out thanks to its
16:40 crust.
16:41 This stuffed crust in particular may even have you eating your pizza backwards.
16:55 The very definition of comfort food, it's not at all surprising that Pizza Hut is still
17:00 the top pizza retailer in the world.
17:02 By the way, are we the only ones that really miss those pizza head commercials?
17:11 Which pizza chain is your favorite?
17:12 Did it make our list?
17:14 Tell us in the comments below.
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