The Top Pizza Joints In Lexington, Kentucky: 'Za In The Horse Capital of the World

Hey, y'all! Lexington, Kentucky is most-known as the Horse Capital of the World. It's also home to Keeneland, the University of Kentucky Wildcats, and a wide array of fine culinary/spirited experiences. Though southern food is at the core of Lexington, there's also a plethora of fabulous pizza joints in the city. Looking for your next slice? These are some of the top pizza joints in Lexington, Kentucky.

JCP Eats

The Top Pizza Joints In Lexington, Kentucky

Pietana

Pietana is a local favorite in Lexington -- and for good reason. They boast a beer garden, fabulous patio, and some of the best 'za in the city. Try the Vinnie (tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, Blue Door smoked brisket, bacon, pepperoni, Marksbury Farm Italian sausage, red onion) or the Brussels N Taters (wood-fired Brussels sprouts and fingerling potatoes with goat cheese, bacon, sherry vinegar, and a balsamic glaze).

Address: 210 Rosemont Gdn Lexington, KY 40503

Contact: (859) 687-0333

Learn more: https://www.pietana.com/

Goodfellas Pizzeria

New York Style pizza is not common in Kentucky -- but, Goodfellas is a tried and true for it in both Lexington and those that visit for their 'za. Try Nonna's Pie (meatballs, red onion, ricotta, garlic, and basil) or the Don (pepperoni, sliced Italian sausage, ground beef, bacon, green peppers, onions, mushrooms, and black olives).

Address: 110 N Mill St Lexington, KY 40507

Contact: (859) 281-1101

Learn more: goodfellaspizzeria.com

Grimaldi's Pizzeria

Lexingtonian's love Grimaldi's coal brick-oven pizzeria! Local favorites Quattro Formaggi (mozzarella, asiago, parmesan, pecorino romano, & gorgonzola cheese), the Brooklyn Bridge (oven-roasted red peppers, creamy ricotta cheese, hand-pinched Italian sausage), and the Barbecue Chicken Pizza (Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce, chicken, smoky bacon, red onion, fresh cilantro).

Address: 118 Marion Suite 110, Lexington, KY 40517

Contact: (859) 523-7503

Learn more: https://www.grimaldispizzeria.com/

Pearl's

Pearl's is best known for their wood-fired pizza. However, they are also known to be a vegan favorite; while the traditional offerings are not vegan, each specialty pizza can be made with their house-made vegan ricotta and vegan sausage. Guests love the HellBabe (tomato sauce, mozzarella, salami picante, red onion, pepperoncini, parmesan, hot honey) and the Ben & Barn (tomato sauce, Marksbury ham, Broadbent bacon, pickled pineapple, fermented serrano, mozzarella, parmesan).

Address: 133 N Limestone, Lexington, KY 40507

Contact: (859) 309-0321

Learn more: https://www.pearlspizzapie.com/

Big City Pizza

Big City Pizza opened in 2014 and has a simple goal: to elevate local pizza. Their pizza features their original sauce, handmade dough, top-rate ingredients/toppings, fresh vegetables, and high-quality cheese. Order the Tipsy Chicken (pepper jack beer cheese base, grilled chicken, bacon, bourbon glaze), the SOHO (ricotta base, onion, garlic, mushroom, & artichoke), and/or the West Town (ranch base, grilled chicken, & buffalo sauce).

Address: 1060 Chinoe Rd #128, Lexington, KY 40502

Contact: (859) 554-7343

Learn more: https://www.bigcitypizzaky.com/

Pies & Pints

Rounding out the list is a downtown favorite: Pies & Pints. Loyalists stand true to the Pistachio & Basil Pesto Pie (mozzarella, provolone, goat cheese, pistachios, dried cherries, red onions, pesto, fresh basil, honey), the Sriracha Shrimp (fresh garlic, red onions, fresh pineapple, scallions, basil, mint, cilantro & sriracha aioli), and the Chicken Gouda (applewood smoked bacon, red onions, chipotle crema & scallions).

Address: 401 W Main St Suite 106, Lexington, KY 40507

Contact: (859) 231-7437

Learn more: https://piesandpints.net/

Did your favorite make the list? If not, tell me below: what's your go-to pizza spot in Lexington?

Follow me to see more articles like this.

...

Follow

This is original content from NewsBreak’s Creator Program. Join today to publish and share your own content.