24 Orlando spots with better pizza than Papa Johns

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Goodfellas Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant

11873 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando (407) 658-6615
Where do we even begin? Goodfellas’ pies are so good that even getting plain cheese is so worth it. You can build your own with eggplant, fresh garlic and sliced meatballs as toppings you probably won’t see elsewhere, but their meat lover’s is a favorite.
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1803 Pizza Kitchen

1803 E. Winter Park Road, Orlando (407) 647-3872
Pizza brunch, anyone? 1803 serves it up. The California-style pizzeria’s custom artisan pies are made by a chef boasting 20 years of experience. Options include spicy chicken, five cheese pesto tomato, and prosciutto and arugula. Pair your personal pizza with wine or draft beer.
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Anthony’s Pizza Cafe

100 N. Summerlin Ave., Orlando (407) 648-0009
This local favorite has been lighting up Thorton Park with its New York City roots in delicious pizza pies since 1998. If you aren’t up for a slice, they serve a variety of pasta dishes, but there’s also calzones and strombolis for a hearty cheesy, meaty combo.
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Antonella’s Pizzeria

360 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park (407) 636-5333
There’s a reason why Antonella’s Pizzeria is one of the best 25 restaurants in Orlando, at least according to Yelp. This family-owned hand spins their dough for the lucky guests that can enjoy the humbly-sized pizzeria, but they do the same for delivery and takeout patrons, of course. Gluten-free is an option. Try the "Surf n'turf" topped with shrimp, bacon, garlic and Romano.
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Pizzeria Del-Dio

3210 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando (407) 898-1115
Is there another place you can get a heart-shaped pizza? We’ll wait. (No, seriously, let us know). If it’s date night, surprise your S/O with a pie shaped like the love organ and split the toppings in half. They also have gluten-free options and a garlic-butter dipping sauce specially made by the chef.
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Antonio’s House of Pizza

Multiple locations (407) 636-7222
Antonio’s Brooklyn-style pizzas. Pizza by the slice is available at their Winter Park location on weekdays only, and available from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day in Orlando and Kissimmee. Choose from a range of specialties—Adriatic, Bianca, or Grandpa’s Favorite—or build your own pie. If you’re cutting down, try Grandma style for a slightly thinner crust.
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Brick & Fire Pizza and Wine Co.

1621 S. Orange Ave., Orlando (407) 426-8922
Brick & Fire sets themselves apart by reminding you that they aren’t a chain, and this joint proves why that matters. You want truffle oil drizzled on a pizza already topped with “van Gogh Smoked Gouda” cheese? This is the place. Try a pie from each of their categories—essential, house and specialty—and let us know what you think. Ladies can enjoy complimentary wine on Thursday nights with the purchase of an entree.
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Pizzeria Roberti

2751 S. Chickasaw Trail, #107, Orlando (407) 634-0041
Joe Roberti of Pizzeria Roberti is determined to serve you pies that are out of this world, unless it’s Sunday or Monday (they’re closed). It’s up to the customer—build your own pizza and let the flavors wash over you with every bite, whether it’s a personal gluten-free or a large to share. Pick between a simple one-topping, or go crazy with unlimited topping options for an additional price. Bonus: you can add shrimp for $4.
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Terramia Wine Bar & Trattoria

1150 Douglas Ave., #1040, Altamonte Springs (407) 774-8466
Wine is always a good thing. Terramia has a full wine bar, perfect for enjoying happy hour drinks and apps every day except Sunday. Their new weekday express lunch serves up a variety of entrees, one being a personal Margherita pie and another a hearty stromboli.
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Lazy Moon

Multiple locations (407) 412-6222
Lazy Moon’s larger-than-life pizza slices will satisfy your pie craving, whether you’re a hungry college kid trekking back from a party late at night or you need a slice the size of your head (or even larger) on your lunch break. Plus, there’s craft beer. Popular deals: “Boxcar Willy” slice and pint for $5 or “Six Guns” 2-topping slice and a soft drink for $7.25.
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Mama Mia’s Pizzeria

706 E. Wallace St., Orlando (407) 851-6001
Mama Mia’s continues its reign in Orlando, serving up hand-crafted pizzas to Orlandoans for more than two decades. All of their sauces are homemade, making this spot a genuine pick for fresh goods.
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Gitto’s Pizza

120 S. Orange Ave., Orlando (407) 203-8889
You know there’s already a good handful of pizza joints in downtown O-Town, but Gitto’s gets packed to the brim following the nightlife after hours. And we understand why—apart from having genuinely delicious and nicely-sized slices, you can top them with a garlic knot. That will hit the tipsy spot.
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Armando’s Cucina Italiana

463 W New England Ave., Winter Park (407)-951-8930
Considered a hidden gem in Winter Park, Armando’s Cucina comes right out of your Italian dreams. There’s an outdoor patio for you to enjoy a good pie and a drink from their extensive wine list. An interesting pizza topping they offer: Fontina cheese, which comes from an Italian cow.
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Napolitaly Pizza Restaurant

3928 S. Semoran Blvd., Orlando (407) 275-7858
Napolitaly lets you get your hands on specialty pies like chicken alfredo or eggplant rollatini. There’s also Grandma’s Pizza to throw you back to the good old days. They also serve up some veggie pizzas if you’re avoiding meat.
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Cafe Paisano

182 FL-434, #1000, Longwood (407) 767-0011
If you rush to judgment on the little Longwood shopping center that Cafe Paisano calls home, you’ll miss out on a worthwhile spot for a good Italian dish. Paisano’s menu has plenty of options for specialty pizzas, including chicken alfredo for when you can’t decide between pasta or pie.
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Planet Pizza

14 W. Washington St., Orlando (407) 650-8859
This hole-in-the-wall will hit every spot at any hour of the day, particularly when you’re on your way in or out of the downtown Orlando nightlife. Slices and pies are freshly popped in the oven the moment you order.
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Metro Espresso Pizza Cafe

417 E. Central Blvd., Orlando (407) 422-5282
Metro is a neighborhood favorite around Lake Eola, and their menu is stocked full of something for everybody. There are a dozen—yes, a dozen—gluten-free pizzas, along with a normal group of pie favorites. But then there’s the overwhelming yet intriguing VIP stuffed pie with a double stuffed crust, filled with a variety of meats, cheese and onions.
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Pie-Fection

3120 S. Kirkman Road, Orlando (407) 523-2200
OK, so when we asked for another pizza spot with heart-shaped delicacies earlier, this was the clear contender. They serve those at Pie-Fection, too. Get a normal pepperoni pizza, or try something new like a Brazilian pizza, or get a Nutella strawberry pizza. Yeah, it’s a thing, and it’s awesome.
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Proccolino’s

12062 Collegiate Way, #2157, Orlando (407) 207-5111
This small pizza joint is a prime spot for the local university folk to gather for a slice or get a pie delivered past midnight. Proccolino’s garlic knots are to die for, and their pizzas are topped generously so you feel you got what you paid for.
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