Steve is a very common name, but when talking about pizza in Miami, this is the one to know. Adorned with the graffiti artwork of all eaters, Steve’s serves true Brooklyn-style pizza, the type that barely fits on a plate and requires two hands to fold. Pro tip: Don’t shy away from its garlic roles.

This longstanding Italian favorite, nestled inside the up-and-coming Ironside complex, has long been a favorite for classic, perfectly charred, Neapolitan-style pizzas with the right combination of crunch and chew. Its newly revamped digs add even more covered outdoor seating, while its large assortment of pizzas is perfect to pair with the restaurant keeps with its BYOB roots, encouraging guests to bring their favorite bottle of vino to pair with its extensive assortment of pizza for just a $15 corkage fee.

Miami native chef Jeremiah Bullfrog has established Square Pie City in the former Harry’s Pizzeria space within the Miami Design District. The pizzeria is renowned for its Detroit-style square pizzas, with crispy, caramelized cheese edges and a thick crust. The menu boasts decadent choices such as the “All White E’rrything” with mozzarella, ricotta, and parmesan; “Ill Pepperoni”; “Meat Lovahs”; and “Veg Supreme.” Alongside its pizzas, the laid-back industrial space boasts salads, appetizers, and a selection of craft beers.

This photogenic square pizza that became the viral sensation of quarantine now has a permanent home in the Miami Design District. The restaurant is back serving its popular square pizzas alongside some round pizza varieties, with other favorites appearing, like the polenta-crusted chicken wings, garlic knots, Italian salad, and tres leches, which pair perfectly with the well-curated wine list.

Considered New York pizza royalty, Joe’s has established a Miami outpost in Wynwood, bringing its iconic thin-crust slices to a new audience. With a legacy dating back to 1975, the renowned slice shop maintains its classic charm, serving big, foldable, uncomplicated, quick, and satisfying pizzas, like the classic cheese, pepperoni, or the surprisingly good white slice with ricotta.

Miami Slice has risen to pizza prominence, offering crave-worthy New York-style slices from its Midtown location. Diners flock for individual slices or whole pies, with the showstopping “La Salsera” capturing social media attention and taste buds alike. This vibrant creation features swirling marinara, vodka sauce, and pesto, creating a visually stunning and flavor-packed experience, but other pies like the mushroom truffle pie are also worth a taste. Just be prepared to wait, as lines can get long, especially on the weekends.

This NY-style pizzeria, housed in the former Fooqs location, serves up classic and not-so-classic pies served by the whole or by the slice, like the wild shroom topped with maitake mushrooms, thyme, garlic, shallot, mozzarella, garlic confit, caramelized onions, parsley, and sourdough breadcrumbs. Or, check out its new Kendall location, which features a full menu and bar.

Fratesi’s pizza, once a pop-up at Over Under, has found a new home at Tam Tam in Miami, where it serves its signature bar pies every Sunday night. The menu is concise but filled with flavor, including the “Demon Pig Boy” pizza with pickled hot peppers, pepperoni, a mix of cheeses, and Calabrian chili oil is a highlight, alongside the “Demon Pig Girl” with banana peppers and chicken sausage. It also serves a vegan “Red Top” pizza, a simple tomato pie, and Tam Tam’s buffalo wings.

Longtime Brickell mainstay Stanzione 87 offers Neapolitan pizzas baked in a traditional Stefano Ferrara wood-fired oven. Diners can choose from classic options like Margherita and Marinara, or explore more adventurous creations like the “Tartufo” with black truffle or the “Bianca” with ricotta and guanciale. A variety of Italian-leaning starters, salads, and sandwiches round out the menu.

Mister O1, a Miami pizza chain with locations all over the city, offers thin-crust pizzas made with imported Italian ingredients and a 72-hour dough fermentation process. Classic options like Margherita and vegetarian choices are available alongside more adventurous selections featuring burrata, prosciutto, or anchovies. Vegan and gluten-free crusts cater to dietary restrictions.

Casola’s might as well be synonymous with Miami. Family-owned and run for over 30 years, it’s rare to find a Miamian who hasn’t had a piece of their famous 25-inch pies. Those massive slices and low prices; how could one go wrong?

A “first” is one of the most memorable moments in a person’s life. Many Miami natives can reminisce on their first slice of pizza because Frankie’s has been around since 1955, still serving the same crispy square slices. With a secret recipe guarded for almost 60 years, this pizza joint has become a historical landmark in the Magic City.

Miami’s Best Pizza has returned to the city and is bigger and better than ever. Its new, cleaner, and more prominent location in Coral Gables boats the same garlic-y rolls, classic pies, and Miami-style heroes that Miami’s Best built its reputation on since the 1970s — and remains a fan favorite today, too.