Best Pizza Parlors in Petaluma

For those who have a gleam in their eye for a big pizza pie, you’ll find the best pizza eateries in Petaluma. When traveling with the family, pizza nights are easy in Petaluma with so many choices, from deep-dish Chicago style, Detroit style, or sourdough wood-fired, there’s a perfect pizza for that casual night. Read on to learn about 11 independent pizza parlors and restaurants (in alphabetical order) that specialize in the Italian go-to meal.

Do you like your pizza tall? Acre Pizza serves up East Coast and Detroit-style pies with a 72-hour fermented crust that’s light, crisp and full of flavor. Roman-style squares and gluten-free options add to the lineup, while a pool table and shuffleboard make this a good place to linger over another slice. Acre’s pizza has earned local acclaim, including “Best Pizza in the North Bay” by Bohemian readers.

Brixx Pizzeria, also in the Lanmart building, serves pizzas made with fresh ingredients alongside a full bar. The menu goes beyond the usual pepperoni, with combinations featuring house-made meatballs, pesto, goat cheese, prawns and other creative toppings. It’s an excellent choice for a family who wants to try a different take on the customary staple.

For a classic neighborhood pizza experience, Fregene’s on the Boulevard keeps things simple with Italian-style thin-crust pizza with a by-the-slice option that’s perfect for grabbing a quick lunch. The neighborhood pizzeria has been serving Petaluma since 2010, and offers dine-in, pickup and take-and-bake pies for those who would rather enjoy their pizza later.

No discussion of pizza in Petaluma should overlook Hank’s. They may not have pizza in their name, but its in their blood. They bake those Italian pies with tradition and care beginning with the family’s special sourdough and the fire that never dies in the wood-fired pizza oven. With indoor and outdoor seating, a full bar, and its proximity to Boulevard Cinema, it’s the perfect “pizza and a movie” situation.

Hector’s Pizza has built its reputation around one distinctive ingredient: sourdough. Every pizza starts with a hand-tossed sourdough crust and a blend of fresh and aged cheeses, then gets topped with everything from classic pepperoni to the adventurous Mumbai Chicken Curry Pizza. With fresh ingredients, generous portions and a family-friendly atmosphere, Hector’s makes a strong case for thinking beyond the standard pizza crust.

Mary’s Pizza Shack started with a humble eatery in the Sonoma Valley, where Mary Fazio insisted on an open kitchen and made everything from scratch using her father’s recipes. There are currently 10 locations in the county serving consistently authentic pizzas other Italian fare, including meatballs the size of racquet ball. Petaluma’s is on the East side.

For a taste of New York without leaving Petaluma, head to The New Yorker, where thin, crisp crusts come smothered with generous toppings. The menu also includes calzones, pasta, and Italian American favorites, making it easy to please the person at the table who somehow doesn’t want pizza. The eclectic dining room, decorated with postcards from around the world, adds to its old-school neighborhood pizzeria feel.

If you prefer deep dish or double crust, Old Chicago Pizza has been pleasing families with its deep-dish decadence for 40+ years. Locals and visitors alike visit this family-friendly eatery on the second floor of the historic, shop-filled Lanmart building.

For that retro vibe that Petaluma does so effortlessly, try Pinky’s Pizza Parlor. A Petaluma institution since 1962, Pinky’s is the kind of place where pizza comes with a side of nostalgia, from its old-school décor to the arcade tucked in the back. It’s a longtime favorite for families, team dinners and birthday celebrations, with local beers on tap to keep the grown-ups happy, too.

Stefano’s Pizza has been serving pizza since 1972. That’s more than fifty years experience satisfying that pizza craving. The Petaluma location offers classic favorites along with specialty combinations, including the aptly named Petaluma Pesto Premium, topped with pesto, crispy bacon, chicken, mushrooms, red onions and mozzarella. The menu also includes vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Filed under “delicious pizza in unexpected places,” Stellina Pronto is a bakery serving traditional Italian pastries alongside that round delight. Grab delicious pastries in the morning and return for a quick pizza lunch in the afternoon. Or beat the lunch rush and have a pizza brunch!

If you’d rather go with your favorite, tried-and-true national pizza chain, you’ll find the usual suspects on our printable list of Petaluma pizza parlors, which also has addresses and phone numbers for those mentioned herein.

With 11 choices, deciding which place you think is the best pizza parlor in Petaluma might be as hard as deciding on the toppings. Whatever place you choose, you’re sure to satisfy that pizza craving. Why not make it a family tradition to make a pilgrimage to Petaluma for the pizza. You might be coming for its Historic Downtown, lazy river, great music, or signature events, its pizza will get the kids in on planning the next trip!