When it comes to pizza, everyone has their own idea of what makes a great pie. From thin crust to deep dish and everything in between, there is almost always an option for everyone. With so many styles, answering the question of “Where is the best pizza in Venice” is something that can’t be answered so simply. One of the reasons this question comes up so frequently is because pizza varies in style so greatly depending on where you are from. Fortunately, the different types of pizza are easy to tell apart once you know what to look for.
The Ultimate Guide to Pizza in Venice, Florida
Pizza is one of those foods that can be enjoyed by almost anyone. The various styles of pizza can be used to understand the various places where pizza is made, which makes this a delicious topic for any culture. If you’re looking for the best pizza in Venice, you can be sure to find it in at one of our local shops!
How Many Pizza Places are there in Venice?
There’s a long running joke in our house that Venice Foodies started because when we moved here, all the restaurants we could find served Italian and Pizza. In fact, as of September 2022, I’ve counted 25 different pizzerias between Venice, Nokomis and Osprey! This does not include any chains such as Marcos, Papa Johns, Dominos, Hungry Howies or Little Caesars, which we have throughout our area as well. Each one has it’s own spin on things and serves a specific flavor profile for different people.
Looking For Brick Oven or Wood Fired Pizza in Venice?
This is by far the most traditional way of making pizza and it produces a crust that is very crispy (almost like a cracker) and chewy inside. So where can you find Wood Fired Pizza in Venice?
- Made in Italy
- Giuseppe’s Ristorante and Pizzeria
- Sicilia Italian Pizzeria
- Bella Rimini Italian Restaurant (formerly Joseph’s Pizza in Nokomis)
If you prefer Coal fired pizza, try Bocca Lupo
Looking for Chicago Deep Dish Pizza?
Deep dish pizza is a Chicago-style pizza with a deep, thick base made by layering tomato sauce, then topped with cheese and other ingredients. So where can you find deep dish pizza in Venice? Here are two places to go and what the prices are.
- Joey D’s Chicago Style Eatery & Pizza $14.99-$27.99
Looking for Gluten Free Pizza?
If you are looking for gluten-free pizza, several restaurants in Venice have it on their menu. However, keep in mind for those with severe gluten allergies that most places still share the same kitchen and there may be trace amounts from cross-contamination.
- Allegro Bistro
- Joey D’s Chicago Style Eatery & Pizza
- Big Mike’s Pizza
- Italiano’s
- Sicilia Italian Pizzeria
- Johnny Tomatoes
- Giuseppe’s Ristorante and Pizzeria
- Leone’s Ristorante
- Asaro’s of Venice
- Local Pizza
- Oak & Stone
Looking for Cauliflower Crust?
If you’re looking for a crust that is lower in carbs, a cauliflower crust could be an option for you. However, keep in mind that some cauliflower crusts do use an alternative flour and may still have just as many carbs as it’s traditional counterpart.
Looking for Dairy-Free Cheese or Vegan Cheese Pizza?
In Venice, Florida, tracking down dairy-free or vegan cheese for pizza is becoming a culinary adventure in itself. Several pizzerias in the area have embraced this trend, offering pizzas topped with these innovative alternatives, so take out and dine-in enthusiasts can easily enjoy a vegan twist on the classic pie.
Looking for White Pizza?
- Asaro’s of Venice
- Angelo’s Italian Market & Restaurant – Go for the Pizza Alla Piemontese, a white pizza with gorgonzola, mushrooms, baby spinach & Bresaola.
- Big Mike’s Pizza – Nice, Thin Crust. Available by the slice!
- Italiano’s – Available with Gluten Free and Cauliflower options
- Luna Ristorante – Sesame seed is used in the dough, giving it a distinct flavor with a 4 cheese topping. It is Cash Only.
- Local Pizza
- Venezia Restaurant – Stove oven, Pesto base, roasted garlic, chicken, spinach and ricotta.
What Places Have Specials for Pizza?
There are a few places that have great specials during the week to satisfy your pizza craving. Here are a few that I found that are worth talking about:
- Big Mike’s Pizza – Get 2 Slices and a fountain drink or domestic draft beer for only $7 or grab a slice with a side salad and a drink for $8.99 (Join Their Rewards Program)
- Bocca Lupo – Every Full Moon get 1/2 off any pizza! They also have family packs available, get a 14″ cheese pizza with 6 wings and a salad for $28 or an 18″ pizza with 12 wings and a large salad for $38
- Local Pizza – During Happy Hour 12-5pm you can grab one of their Pizzettas for only $2.99
- Valenti’s Ristorante – Personal size pizza for $13 during Lunch
Looking for Pizza in Nokomis or Osprey?
If you’re a bit north of Venice and looking for options for pizza, check out these locations:
- Bella Rimini Italian Restaurant
- Asaro’s of Venice
- Giuseppe’s Ristorante and Pizzeria
- Mama Leones
- Briandi’s
- Frankie’s Italian Ristorante
- Local Pizza
Our Personal Opinion For Pizza in Venice
There are a few places around town that we LOVE when it comes to pizza. We try to rotate between a few, because we like different styles and toppings depending on the location. To understand my preferences with pizza, you need to understand my background. I grew up in North Jersey. For me, I love the thinner crust that has just the right balance of crunch and chew, that can hold up on its own with toppings when it’s folded over (No Flop!) Another rule of thumb is it should still taste good cold for breakfast the next morning. Here are a few of my favorites:
- Big Mike’s – The King Neptune pizza – Shrimp, Calamari, Mussels and Clams. I’m personally a fan of their crust and that they have the cup n char pepperoni! You can join their rewards program to get exclusive deals and gifts for your birthday too! JOIN HERE
- Italiano’s – Besides having incredible specialty pizzas, the interior of the restaurant is gorgeous and a great spot to just relax.
- Made in Italy – Wood fired pizza is best eaten right out of the oven, so when we go out for pizza, Made in Italy is the best spot to be!
- BrewzaBagels – My daughter is in LOVE with their Pizza Bagels! They are a great treat for lunch, as it’s a half of a bagel with toppings between $1.99-$2.99. She gets the plain Bagelizza while my husband goes for the Kitchen Sink Za which is loaded with bacon, sausage, ham, pepperoni and mozzarella cheese.
- Venezia Restaurant – This was a surprise. I never expected to find a stove oven pizza inside of a hotel with that much flavor in the crust. Nice and crispy, great chew on the end crust, with a flavorful sauce and cheese blend.
Complete List of Restaurants for Pizza in Venice:
Below you will find the complete list of restaurants that serve pizza in Venice. Here you can find the address, phone number, website, sizes of the pizzas and a price range for their menu. I’ve also included
Keep in mind that prices are subject to change and were accurate at the time of posting for the information published online.
Allegro Bistro
1740 East Venice Avenue, Venice, Florida 34292
(941) 484-1889
https://allegro-bistro.com/
Sizes Include: 10 in, 14inch, 16inch
Price Range: $10-$14 Basic Cheese $15-$22 Specialty
Foodies say: The best pizza in Venice is at Allegro. IMO. Crust is floury and crisp at the edges, not chewy. Sauce is salty. Not paste thick or sweet. Cheese is not dried out or overly stringy. Toppings are fresh. There isn’t a ton of grease sitting on top of the pie either. Tastes homemade and fresh. I don’t generally eat anything else there. Just the pizza. – Carrie M
Angelo’s Italian Market
850 Pinebrook Road, Venice, Florida 34285
(941) 484-6864
https://www.angelositalianmarket.com/
Sizes Include: Medium and Large
Price Range: $12.98-$14.98 Basic Cheese $15.98-$27.98 Specialty
Benny’s Bada Bing
1815 Tamiami Trl S, Venice, FL 34293
(941) 445-5963
Sizes Include: 16 inch and 18 inch
Price Range: $12.99 – $14.99 Basic Cheese $14.99-$17.99 Specialty
Big Mike’s Pizza
1939 Tamiami Trail S, Venice, FL 34293
(941) 303-5805
https://www.bigmikespizzavenice.com/
Sizes Include: 10 inch, 12 inch, 14 inch, 16 inch, 18 inch
Price Range: $8.95-$17.95 Basic Cheese $10.95-$26.95 Specialty
Bocca Lupo
12105 Mercado Dr. North Port, FL 34293
(941) 676-9653
https://boccalupopizza.com/
Sizes Include: 10 inch, 14 inch, 18 inch
Price Range: $10-$19 Basic Cheese $12-$23 Specialty
Brewza Bagels
525 Tamiami Trail South, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 499-7500
https://brewzabagels.com/
Sizes Include: 12 inch, 20 inch
Price Range: $11-$19 Basic Cheese $14-$24 Specialty
Italiano’s
4191 Tamiami Trl S, Venice, FL 34293 · < 1 mi
(941) 496-9090
https://italianosvenice.com
Sizes Include: 14 inch, 18 inch or 10″ Gluten Free or Cauliflower
Price Range: $13-$16 Basic Cheese $18-$24 Specialty $11+ GF/C
Johnny Tomatoes
4260 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL 34293
(941) 493-1515
https://www.johnnytomatoespizza.com/
Sizes Include: 14 inch, 18 inch (Cauliflower/GF is 12 inch or Sicilian is 16 inch)
Price Range: $14/$18 Basic Cheese $22 Sicilian, $14-$25 Specialty. Gluten free for $3 more. For toppings: Whole pie: $3 for 14”, $4 for 18”. Half pie: $2 for 14”, $3 for 18”
Joey D’s Chicago Style Eatery & Pizza
750 US 41 Bypass North, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 786-1300
https://joeydsfl.com/
Sizes Include: Personal, 14 inch, 16 inch
Price Range: $8.99-$15.99 Basic Cheese $14.99-$27.99 Deep Dish $20.99-$25.99 Specialty
Foodies Say: Closest you will get to Chocago Style Anything in the area. If your from the midwest Joey D’s never disappoints!! – Shannon N
Leone’s Ristorante
1266 Jacaranda Blvd, Venice, FL 34292
(941) 496-9148
http://www.leonesvenice.com/
Sizes Include: 10 inch, 14 inch, 16 inch
Price Range: $11-$15 Basic Cheese $15-$20 Specialty
*Seafood Pizza 16 inch Only for $28
Luna Ristorante
(Cash Only)
200 Saint Augustine Ave, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 412-9898
Sizes Include: 14 inch, 16 inch
Price Range: Not Available Online
Made In Italy
117 W Vencie Ave Venice, FL 34285
(941) 488-8282
https://www.madeinitaly-venice.com/
Sizes Include: Size Not Specified
Price Range: $18.50 – $22
Mama Maria’s
2085 Tamiami Trl S, Venice, FL 34293
(941) 408-9226
Sizes Include: 14 inch, 16 inch
Price Range: $12.95-$14.95 Basic Cheese, $12.95-$20.95 Specialty
Foodies Say: Great crust, fresh toppings and the taste is really good. – Ellen V
Oak & Stone
19795 Wellen Park Blvd, Venice, FL 34293
(941) 258-3606
https://oakandstone.com/
Sizes Include: One Size, Artisan Pizza
Price Range: $13 Basic Cheese with toppings between $1.50 to $2.50 each. Gluten free for $3 more
Sicilia Italian Pizzeria
765 US Highway-41 Bypass S, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 220-3105
Sizes Include: 12 inch, 16 inch
Price Range: $15.99-$17.99 Basic Margherita, $16.99-$22.99 Specialty
Soda Fountain of Venice
349 West Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 488-7600
https://www.thesodafountainofvenice.com/
Sizes Include: 12 inch, 16 inch, 18 inch
Price Range: $12-$17 Basic Cheese $16-$21 Specialty
Trattoria Da Mino
335 W Venice Ave, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 800-4466
https://www.eatattrattoriadaminofl.com/
Sizes Include: 12 inch, 20 inch
Price Range: $15.60+ Build Your Own, $12-$36 Specialty
Valenti’s
1200 E Venice Ave Venice, FL 34285
(941) 484-1888
https://valentisristorante.com/
Sizes Include: Personal, 14 inch, 16 inch
Price Range: $10-$14 B $15-$22 S
Venezia Restaurant
425 U.S. 41 Bypass North, Venice, FL 34285
(941) 308-7700
https://www.hotelveneziafl.com/venice-fl-dining.php
Sizes Include: One Size (unspecified, feeds 2-4)
Price Range: $14 B $17-$19 S
Foodies Say: “Probably the best pizza in Venice”, “This place is a sleeper!” “The pizza there is delicious.”
Now the only question left is… Where are you going first?
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Lovely post. Thank you for sharing these great suggestions. Enjoyed reading 😊
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Made In Italy has fantastic pizzas, but their prices are pretty high. My number one pizza in Venice would be Sicilia, a family-run place that makes a delicious pie. The only detraction is that, since it’s such a small operation, they’re not open until 3pm. Open Wednesday-Mondays. We’ve tried several other places with decent pizza, but it’s very hard to find one like our favorites in New Haven, CT. I can recommend Bocca Lupo, Valenti’s Bistro & Big Mike’s, but Sicilia would be my choice overall.
Some pizza places I haven’t seen before and need to try. Just tried Asaros Sicilian style and it was very good. The crust was nice and thick. I like all crust types and am looking forward to trying more.