Best Pizza in Greater Palm Springs: Top Spots by Neighborhood
Pizza enthusiasts will find endless options in Greater Palm Springs, from thin flat crusts to hearty deep-dish pies. Discover classics like quattro formaggio or inventive toppings such as white sauce with artisanal vegetables in this vibrant desert oasis.
PALM SPRINGS
Spaghetteria, a family-owned local favorite, delivers large, flat pies with authentic Italian charm. Savor the primavera veggie pizza paired with spaghetti Bolognese and a glass of Chianti.
For over 37 years, Johnny Costa’s Ristorante has perfected the Neapolitan-style margherita pizza using bufala mozzarella and homemade sauce baked in a brick oven. Enjoy a classic Italian dining experience with wine, Sinatra tunes, and warm hospitality.
Bill’s Pizza is ideal for takeout or casual dining, featuring Italian-imported flour or sourdough crusts baked in a gas-fired brick oven. The bestseller, Elton John, boasts garlic-infused olive oil sauce, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, spinach, red onions, four cheeses, and feta.
Trendsetters appreciate Birba’s crispy, artistic pizzas, available gluten-free for an extra fee. Standouts include braised greens with green olives, Serrano chile, and smoked mozzarella, or egg, pancetta, pecorino, and spring onion. Pair with craft cocktails and mountain-view outdoor seating.
Chicago deep-dish fans head to Giuseppe’s Pizza and Pasta for cheese-laden pies with tomato chunks. They also offer thin-crust specialties like white pizza with clams or a salad pizza on Parmesan crust with mixed greens, balsamic vinaigrette, onions, tomatoes, beets, garbanzo beans, and pepperoncinis.
For massive New York-style slices, visit downtown NYPD, home to a 28-inch XXXL pie. Try creative options like Infraction (BBQ chicken) or Misdemeanor. Enjoy no-frills toppings, drinks, and Sunday Bloody Mary Buffet.
CATHEDRAL CITY
Nicolino’s, a desert staple in a strip mall, evokes grandmother’s kitchen. Start with Nonnie’s Garlic Bread, then enjoy straightforward pizzas like Lotsa Meats’a, Vegetarian, or BBQ chicken.
Upper Crust Pizza specializes in California-style pies on high-gluten, unbleached wheat flour crust with fresh tomatoes and housemade mozzarella. The Hombre—ground beef, red onion, tomatoes, black olives, and jalapeños—is a crowd-pleaser. Family-friendly with video games and comfy seating.
RANCHO MIRAGE
The Slice captures New York pizzeria vibes with brick walls and checkered floors. Grab authentic Big Apple crust slices or stuffed pizza with double crust, cheese, sausage, pepperoni, onions, peppers, and mushrooms—perfect before a movie or for delivery.
Pieology in Rancho Las Palmas Shopping Center lets you customize from 78 billion combinations with unique crusts. Known for fundraising via Pie-lanthropy and Pie-ing it Forward.
PALM DESERT
On El Paseo, Piero’s Pizza Vino offers Florentine-style pizzas in red or white sauce varieties. Try the sweet gorgonzola, rapini, and caramelized apple bianca, or the popular Rosses Polpette with meatballs, tomato, mozzarella, bell peppers, and mushrooms.
The Hood draws crowds for live music, brews, and massive pies like sweet-spicy pepperoni with jalapeño and pineapple or spud pie with baked potatoes, mozzarella, cheddar, and bacon. Challenge friends to beer pong while you wait.
Billy Q’s is a casual sports bar spot with TVs, free Wi-Fi, gluten-free, and sourdough options. Neighborhood favorites include The Works or unique veggie with ranch and pastrami with Swiss.
Papa Dan’s serves family-style savory pizzas with spicy sausage, plus unique Lombardi with turkey and gorgonzola. Gluten-free crusts available, with a full bar.
Blaze Pizza fires up customizable pies in 180 seconds on crisp crusts. Choices range from Simple Pie (mozzarella, parmesan, red sauce) to Green Stripe (pesto, grilled chicken, roasted red peppers).
LA QUINTA
Rosati’s, a Chicago Italian family franchise since 1964, offers deep-dish, thin, double dough, and stuffed crusts. Vegan options include Spinach Trio; try The Godfather with Italian sausage and hot giardiniera.
Stuft Pizza Bar and Grill is family-friendly with classics like meat lovers and adventurous Breakfast Pie (eggs, bacon, green onions, cilantro, Cholula). Enjoy TVs, happy hour, and patio; another location in Palm Desert mall.
INDIO
Ciro’s delivers old-school Italian classics with wine by the glass. Traditional toppings mix with cashews, pimentos, and smoked oysters. Renowned Ciro’s Deluxe features pepperoni, salami, beef, black olives, and mushrooms; build-your-own pepperoni and green olive is a hit.
