A Guide to the Best Pizzerias in Seattle

Seattle is located on the Pacific coast, so it is no surprise that local pizzerias actively use fresh seafood. For example, salmon pizza is popular in the region and reflects the local culinary culture well. The city is also famous for its craft beer, so many establishments offer pizza and beer combinations. Here's a list of the most popular pizzerias that are definitely worth a visit.

Delancey in Ballard became a neighborhood favorite since opening their wood-fired oven in 2009. Owner Brandon Pettit spent years perfecting his dough recipe, while the seasonal toppings change based on what's available at local farms. Their "Hot Salami" pairs Calabrian chilies with house-made mozzarella, while the chanterelle pizza appears only during mushroom season with fresh thyme and local cheese.

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From restaurateur Tom Douglas, Serious Pie downtown serves pizzas with a unique crust that's crispy and chewy thanks to their 600-degree stone-encased applewood oven. Their signature "Sweet Fennel Sausage" comes with roasted peppers and provolone, while the "Penn Cove Clams" pizza topped with pancetta and lemon thyme shows off local seafood from nearby waters.

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Post Alley Pizza makes their dough with a sourdough starter that's been alive for over 15 years. Their "Market Special" changes weekly based on what's available downstairs at Pike Place, while their classic "Quattro Formaggi" combines local cheese with honey from Seattle rooftop hives.

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At Bar Del Corso on Beacon Hill, owner Jerry Corso worked in Italy before bringing authentic Neapolitan techniques to Seattle. Their wood-fired oven turns out perfectly charred crusts, while the "Funghi" pizza loaded with seasonal mushrooms and fresh herbs remains a constant favorite among regulars. During summer months, their patio becomes one of the city's best pizza-eating spots.

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Running since 2012 in First Hill, Italian Family Pizza makes massive 23-inch New York-style pies with dough that ferments for three days. Their "Gorgonzola" pairs sweet pears with locally sourced hazelnuts, while the "Seattle Supreme" comes loaded with house-made sausage and fresh vegetables, serving hungry crowds until late night on weekends.

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