SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Pizza is one of those universal languages that Americans just get. Even if the styles are vastly different based on the region—like a thin wide slice from New York, a thick square cut with crispy edges from Detroit, or deep cheesy pie in a pan from Chicago—many can agree that the combination of chewy dough, tangy sauce, and gooey cheese is a true American classic.

The growing number of pizza joints is enough proof: more than 73,000 pizza restaurants were logged in the United States in 2023. Yet, with so many options to choose from, how is a pizza connoisseur supposed to know the best place to grab a slice?

There’s a lot of competition out there to become the best pizza place in town, especially with people who have a lot of opinions. The aesthetic is always important to consider; maybe customers prefer a classic greasy joint with checkered tablecloths and shakers of Parmesan and red pepper flakes to douse their slice, or perhaps something artisanal with wood-fired pies served with a thoughtfully curated wine menu. Then there’s the pizza itself. Is the restaurant using high-quality ingredients? Does the taste make you want to keep eating more and more?

It may seem like a lot of meticulous details, but given that Americans could eat up to 180 slices of pizza in a year, it only makes sense that all of these details are considered when choosing a go-to local spot. Thankfully, there’s enough data out there to steer customers in the right direction instead of having to do the research themselves.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-ranked pizza restaurants in Springfield using data from Yelp. Data is as of March 29, 2024. Businesses were selected using Yelp’s ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only restaurants with at least 25 reviews were considered.

Note: The photos in this article are stock images and do not depict the specific restaurants listed or the dishes they serve.

#27. Papa Johns Pizza

– Rating: 2.6/5 (30 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 3305 South Campbell Ave. Ste A Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza, chicken wings, fast food
– Read more on Yelp

#26. Cicis Pizza

– Rating: 2.7/5 (40 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 319 East Battlefield St. Ste D Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#25. Fazoli’s

– Rating: 2.8/5 (35 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 2055 East Independence Ave. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: italian, fast food, pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#24. Imo’s Pizza

Hands taking pizza slices from wooden plate

– Rating: 3.2/5 (40 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 636 West Republic Road Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza, desserts, sandwiches
– Read more on Yelp

#23. Fazoli’s

– Rating: 3.3/5 (28 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 2137 North Glenstone Ave. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: italian, pizza, chicken wings
– Read more on Yelp

#22. Springfield’s Incredible Pizza

Pizza with salami and chorizo topping

– Rating: 3.3/5 (73 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 2850 South Campbell Ave. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza, arcades, buffets
– Read more on Yelp

#21. Imo’s Pizza

Slice of pizza cheese crust seafood topping sauce. with bell pepper vegetables delicious tasty fast food italian traditional and soft drink carbonated fresh on wooden board table classic in side view

– Rating: 3.3/5 (40 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 600 South Pickwick Ave. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#20. Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe

Pizza. Tasty fresh italian pizza with bacon cihili pepper spinach and onion served on old wooden table.

– Rating: 3.3/5 (68 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 333 E. Walnut Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza, sandwiches, salad
– Read more on Yelp

#19. McSaltys Pizza Cafe

– Rating: 3.3/5 (47 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 1550 East Battlefield St. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#18. Schlotzsky’s

– Rating: 3.7/5 (29 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 4132 South Campbell Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: delis, sandwiches, pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#17. Bambinos Cafe on Battlefield

real Neapolitan Italian pizza called margherita pizza just out of the oven

– Rating: 3.7/5 (115 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 2810 East Battlefield Road Ste D Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: italian, cafes, pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#16. Garbo’s Pizzeria

– Rating: 3.7/5 (61 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 2101 West Chesterfield Blvd. Ste C101 Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: salad, pizza, sandwiches
– Read more on Yelp

#15. Schlotzsky’s

A Pepperoni pizza on a white background

– Rating: 3.8/5 (44 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 1316 North Glenstone Ave. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: delis, sandwiches, pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#14. PaPPo’s Pizzeria South

group of students friends eat Italian pizza, hands take slices of pizza in a restaurant, close-up

– Rating: 3.8/5 (92 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 900 East Battlefield Road Ste 176 Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza, salad, sandwiches
– Read more on Yelp

#13. Rocco’s Pizza South Springfield

Pizza with very much cheese melting

– Rating: 3.9/5 (25 reviews)
– Address: 4315 South National Ave. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: italian, pizza, sandwiches
– Read more on Yelp

#12. The Rock Food & Friends at Quarry Town

Female hand hold slice of hot pizza with melting cheese and chorizo on rustic wooden table with ingredients. Closeup view

– Rating: 3.9/5 (102 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 4018 South Lone Pine Ave. Ste B Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: bars, burgers, pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#11. Pappo’s Pizzeria

cut off a slice of pizza. melted cheese stretches from the piece

– Rating: 3.9/5 (167 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 221 East Walnut St. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza, pubs, sandwiches
– Read more on Yelp

#10. The Big Slice

slices of pizza with different toppings on a wooden background

– Rating: 4.0/5 (219 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 1450 East Sunshine St. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza, italian
– Read more on Yelp

#9. Bellacino’s Pizza & Grinders

Cook putting out baked pizza from oven

– Rating: 4.1/5 (45 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 2856 South Glenstone Ave. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza, salad, italian
– Read more on Yelp

#8. Maso Pizza Bar

Hot supreme thin crust pizza cooking in oven with steam and smoke

– Rating: 4.1/5 (29 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 3653 East Sunshine St. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza, sports bars
– Read more on Yelp

#7. The Pitch Pizza & Pub

– Rating: 4.1/5 (93 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 2924 East Sunshine Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza, pubs, breakfast & brunch
– Read more on Yelp

#6. Rocco’s Pizza

Pizza with very much cheese melting

– Rating: 4.1/5 (72 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 834 East Division St. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: italian, pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#5. Arris’ Pizza

Happy friends having fun while eating pizza. They have great weekend in nice company indoors.

– Rating: 4.2/5 (130 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 1332 East Republic Road Ste J Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#4. Bambinos Cafe on Delmar

Homemade Meat Loves Pizza with Pepperoni Sausage and Bacon

– Rating: 4.2/5 (263 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 1141 East Delmar St. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: italian, soup, pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#3. Neighborhood Pizza Cafe

– Rating: 4.4/5 (100 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 3550 North Glenstone Ave. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza, salad, sandwiches
– Read more on Yelp

#2. Pizza House

Hot Homemade Pepperoni Pizza Ready to Eat

– Rating: 4.4/5 (165 reviews)
– Price level: $
– Address: 312 East Commercial St. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: pizza
– Read more on Yelp

#1. Split Social Kitchen

– Rating: 4.7/5 (91 reviews)
– Price level: $$
– Address: 3021 East Sunshine St. Springfield, Missouri
– Categories: bars, pizza, sandwiches
– Read more on Yelp

This story features data reporting by Karim Noorani, writing by Kiersten Hickman, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 314 metros.