Ottawa's best pizza of 2024

Giulia

• Name + address: Giulia, 61 York St.

Giulia had long been on a pizza shortlist and it was a happy surprise when it turned out to be one of the better pies I’ve had in Ottawa.

The dough was thin with a pleasant chewiness augmented by a fresh and, mercifully, not overcooked tomato sauce. They use the most famous American pizza pepperoni Ezzo, and it certainly packs a punch. 

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Schoolhouse Pizza

• Name + address: Schoolhouse Pizza, 11 Springfield Rd.

Schoolhouse Pizza arrived this summer, advertising Brooklyn style pizza. These are larger pies with a thin crust and a welcome focus on the freshness of ingredients.

The crust (if you love thin crust) is sublime, and the proportion of ingredients is well-measured to enjoy a satisfying mouthful with every bite.

Out of the gate, Schoolhouse Pizza has catapulted itself into the echelons of Ottawa’s best pizza shops.

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Anthony’s Pizza

• Name + address: Anthony’s Pizza, 1218 Wellington St. W.

Pizza fans don’t need me to point out that Anthony’s consistently delivers reliable Neopolitan style pie.

No matter when you show up, you’ll get exactly one of the finest Italian pizzas in Ottawa to match your craving. Long may their oven remain fired.

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Honorable mentions

• Roberto Pizza is a very good and safe bet for traditional Italian pie.

• Red Swan Pizza is a Canadian pizza chain that has something for everyone with dietary concerns.