5 Pizzerias With Unusual Locations

When it comes to lunch, nothing compares to the taste of delicious pizza in a setting that stands out from the rest. Pizzerias have found creative ways to utilize their surroundings, transforming old buildings and unexpected places into fantastic dining establishments. Here are some of these noteworthy pizzerias to check out.

Imagine enjoying a delicious pizza 750 feet underground. That’s the experience Carlsbad Caverns Underground offers, located in Carlsbad Caverns National Park. After exploring the underground maze, visitors can grab a bite at this one-of-a-kind pizzeria. The cool air and soft lighting of the cave create a special dining atmosphere.

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The menu includes classic pizzas as well as “cavern-themed” specials like the "Cave Art Pizza," which features cheese patterns resembling ancient drawings found in the caves, and the "Bison BBQ Pizza," made with local bison meat and barbecue sauce.

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Prison Brews is a unique pizzeria and microbrewery located in a former 19th-century prison. The establishment has preserved many original features of the building, including cells and iron bars, offering a dining experience with a "prison" theme. Visitors can enjoy pizza and craft beer while sitting in actual prison cells.

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The menu features pizzas with prison-themed names, such as "The Cell Block," which has a variety of toppings symbolizing a "cell block," and "Shank," loaded with meats that playfully reference a "shank," often associated with prison life.

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Located in a former auto repair shop, Pitfire Pizza has preserved many original industrial elements in its interior, such as the large garage doors that open during warm weather. Visitors can watch the pizza-making process in a massive wood-fired oven situated in the center of the dining area. The menu features creative pizza options that blend California and Italian cuisines.

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This Organ Stop Pizza is located in a former movie theater and is famous for its live organ music that plays during service. The menu includes such favorites as the Combination Pizza loaded with toppings like pepperoni, sausage, black olives, mushrooms, and onions on a crispy crust. Other popular items include the Hawaiian Pizza with ham and pineapple, and a Vegetarian Pizza packed with fresh veggies

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While you enjoy your meal, you can listen to live performances on the Mighty Wurlitzer organ. The organists play a mix of genres, including Top 40 hits, Disney songs, and classic movie soundtracks, all accompanied by light shows and marionette performances

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O'Zone Pizza Pub is located in a former hospital basement and is famous for its ghost stories and mysterious events. O'Zone offers a wide selection of signature pizzas, such as Buffalo Chicken Pizza, seasoned with spicy buffalo sauce, chicken, and mozzarella, or the Vegetarian Pizza, filled with fresh vegetables and cheese on a crispy crust.

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If you prefer something personalized, you can create your own pizza from fresh toppings and enjoy it with local craft beer.

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