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One of the most "authentic" neighborhood experiences; the servers have often worked there for decades and the menu has remained virtually unchanged since the mid-20th century. — various (Pinheiros / Perdizes)

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8:00 PM; a very traditional and no-nonsense family pizzaria.

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Known for their sourdough crust and incredibly creative use of seasonal Brazilian ingredients like "PANC" (non-conventional food plants) as toppings. — Jardins

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7:00 PM; a modern and stylish artisanal spot.

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The "punk rock" version of SP pizza; it’s fast, loud, and serves individual pies with high-quality toppings at a much lower price point than the mother restaurant. — various (Pinheiros / Jardins)

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1:00 PM for a fast, high-quality, and affordable lunch.

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Often cited as the most beautiful pizzaria in the city; the atmosphere is unmatched, making it a premier choice for dates and special celebrations. — Higienópolis / Jardins

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8:00 PM; the Higienópolis location is housed in a stunning, high-ceilinged mansion with a romantic garden.

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Famous for introducing the "Margherita" and "Calzone" to São Paulo in the 1950s; they are certified by the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana but with a distinct SP flair. — Bixiga / Moema

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8:00 PM; the Bixiga location is the heart of the city's historic Italian district.

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Housed in a historic former carriage house; they are known for their massive variety and for being one of the first to offer high-quality vegan and gluten-free pizza options in SP. — various (Vila Mariana / Moema)

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7:30 PM; a very reliable and high-quality chain popular with local families.

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A classic neighborhood spot where the crust is slightly thicker and more "rustic," following the traditional home-style recipes of the area's Italian immigrant families. — Ipiranga / Moema

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8:00 PM; a beloved neighborhood institution in the historic Ipiranga district.

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Widely considered the gold standard for traditional São Paulo pizza; their "Castelões" (mozzarella and calabresa) is the benchmark by which all others are measured. — various (Moema / Pinheiros)

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7:30 PM; one of the most prestigious and consistent chains in the city.

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A leader in the "artisanal pizza" movement in SP; they use long-fermentation dough and ultra-premium local ingredients to create a more modern, individual-sized pizza experience. — Pinheiros / Jardins

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6:30 PM; it is a small, trendy, and incredibly popular spot for artisanal pizza.

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Specializes in Napoletana-style crusts but with the intense, high-quality flavor profiles favored by the proud "mooqueiros" (locals from Mooca). — Mooca / Pinheiros

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7:00 PM; the Mooca location is in the heart of the city's most traditional Italian immigrant neighborhood.

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Dozens of small, family-run counters along the Rua Treze de Maio sell "pizza in a cone" or simple slices; it is the most affordable and boisterous way to experience SP's Italian heart. — Bixiga

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Saturday night; the entire street turns into an open-air Italian festival.

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A unique and fun concept where the crust is so thin and crispy it cannot support a fork; it's a popular choice for families and younger groups. — Jardins / Tatuapé

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7:30 PM; famous for their "ultra-thin" crust that is eaten with plastic gloves instead of silverware.

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Famous for its "petisco" style pizzas; the pies are very thin and often ordered as appetizers to accompany sophisticated cocktails in a chic, low-lit environment. — Jardins

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9:00 PM; a high-end, sophisticated bar-pizzaria popular with the Jardins crowd.

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Famous for its "extra-thin" and crispy crust; it represents the more refined, "socialite" side of the São Paulo pizza spectrum with impeccable service. — various (Jardins / Itaim Bibi)

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8:30 PM; a favorite for the city's high-society and corporate elite.

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A great value option for large groups; they sell rectangular pizza by the meter, allowing you to sample several different toppings on a single long, crispy board. — various

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6:00 PM; the pioneer of "pizza-by-the-meter" in São Paulo.

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A long-standing institution famous for its "stretched" thin crust; it is a favorite for business lunches in the Jardins and Itaim districts. — various (Itaim Bibi / Jardins)

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12:30 PM; one of the few high-end pizzarias that is consistently popular for lunch.

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Certified as one of the best Napoletana pizzas in the world; it is a "purist's" choice for those who want a break from the heavily-topped SP style. — Perdizes / Jardins

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6:30 PM; strictly follows the Napoletana tradition with small, high-heat ovens.

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Founded in 1924, this is the oldest pizzaria in the city; it feels like an Italian tavern from another era and is the birthplace of the mozzarella-and-calabresa "Castelões" pizza. — Brás

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6:30 PM to secure a table in this historic, time-capsule dining room.

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Consistently voted one of the city's top pizzarias; they use imported Italian flour and a specific "secret" sauce recipe that has earned them numerous local awards. — Santana

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7:30 PM; the premier destination for pizza lovers in the city's North Zone.

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A leader in the "new wave" of SP pizza; they focus on individual-sized pies with extremely high-quality, artisanal toppings in a setting that feels like a trendy nightclub. — Jardins

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7:00 PM; a modern, high-energy bar that specializes in Napoletana-style pies and creative mixology.

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