Five Philly Pizza Joints for Any Occasion
Tacconelli’s - Pizza Worth Waiting For
This is for people who take their pizza seriously. If you don’t mind jumping through some hoops for your pie, Tacconelli’s is the place for you. Make sure you constantly crave pizza or that you’re somewhat psychic, because you have to call this Port Richmond establishment to reserve your dough the day before you plan on eating your pie. Quirky? Yes. Worthwhile? Definitely. Tacconelli’s isn’t just dinner, it’s an event.
Lorenzo and Son - Slices to Sop Up the Alcohol
After a night on the town, there’s no better stop than Lorenzo & Son on 3rd and South. The line might look intimidating, but it moves quickly. There are some counters in the back where you can stand while you eat your slice, but why not just join the crowd on the street and do some late-night people watching?
Soho Pizza - The Pizza Next Door
Whether ordered for a quiet night watching movies or for an afternoon football game, Soho Pizza is the perfect choice for any occasion. Catering to Old City bar-crawlers who are desperate for a slice after the bars close on the weekends, Soho is the Goldilocks of pizza parlors. The pies aren’t too thick or too thin…they’re just right.
Apollo - Nothing Goes Better With Pizza Than Sports and Beer
More a restaurant than a pizza place, Apollo puts together a tasty pie nonetheless. With an assortment of giant, flat-screen TVs, Apollo is the perfect place to watch any game while enjoying some pizza and beer. Located on 7th and Chestnut, you’ll be hard-pressed to find any other notable pizza places in the area.
Gianfranco Pizza - Specialty Slices Galore
If you’ve always wanted to try out some Buffalo Chicken pizza, but were afraid to commit to an entire pie, Gianfranco’s is the place for you. Tucked into a cozy kitchen on North 3rd Street in Old City, browse the menu of specialty slices and take your pick. Or stick with the traditional plain pizza, which is loaded with chunky tomato sauce and a healthy sprinkling of oregeno and cheese.
