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Top 9 pizza places in Colorado Springs

Pizza is one food that never seems to lose its charm.

Sometimes it’s a quick slice on the go, and other times it’s a sit-down meal where you can take your time to savor every bite. No matter the occasion, there’s never a wrong time for pizza.

Luckily, Colorado Springs is home to a variety of pizza places — from classic, traditional pies to unique creations like the taco pizza at Louie’s.

This year’s list includes favorite local spots, plus an exciting addition to the Top 3. Check out these pizza places voted on by Gazette readers as part of the 2025 Best of the Springs magazine:

Note: Click on the restaurant name to visit their website and view their menu.


9. Fargo’s Pizza Co.

In 1973, Leon Gardner wanted to make a “living monument” to pizza based on his very own “mountain lore.”  The lore tells the story of Fargo an…

This longtime Colorado Springs staple is one of the largest family pizza restaurants in the world. Fargo’s can seat up to 500 guests across its massive 16,000-square-foot space. They offer a wide variety of pizzas, featuring toppings like Italian sausage, mushrooms, pepperoni, chicken Alfredo and much more.


8. Fat Sully’s Pizza

Known for their gigantic pizza slices, Fat Sully’s has seven locations across Colorado, including the popular spot on Tejon Street in Colorado Springs. They offer build-your-own pizzas with unique toppings like feta, anchovies, arugula and artichoke hearts. For those with dietary restrictions, there’s also a gluten-free cauliflower crust option.


7. White Pie

The owners of White Pie are planning to open in downtown Colorado Springs in early March. Photo: whitepie.com

Located downtown, White Pie serves more than just traditional pizzas. They also specialize in Sicilian-style deep-dish pies made with their signature sourdough starter. Some of their standout menu items include the “Butternut Banger,” topped with butternut squash and the “Buffalo Bird,” featuring chicken tenders and buffalo sauce.


6. Upstate Pizzeria

At 19 N. Tejon St., the space formerly known as the Tejon Eatery, gray and white walls have been replaced with brick and wood, overhead lights…

Upstate Pizzeria is one of several restaurants located in the Avenue 19 food hall in downtown Colorado Springs. Known for its New York–style slices, the pizzeria brings a taste of the Northeast to Colorado. Upstate features a straightforward menu with specialty pizzas and a variety of toppings to choose from.

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5. Leon Gessi New York Pizza

Leon Gessi Pizza (Located at: 1806 Palmer Park Blvd.) “Kitchen Sink Pizza” – Sausage, bacon, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, meatball, onions, blac…

Leon Gessi has been serving up pizza, subs, calzones and salads to the Colorado Springs area since it was established in 1974. In addition to their by-the-slice, 14-inch, and 16-inch options, be sure to check out their daily specials. Some of their specialty pizzas include “Kitchen Sink” and “Green House.”


4. Louie’s Pizza

Louie’s Pizza started selling heart-shaped pizzas 10 years ago, and now Valentine’s Day is its busiest day in terms of sales volume. Mike Scia…

Founded in 1985 at the corner of Barnes and Oro Blanco, Louie’s Pizza has grown to five locations across Colorado Springs. They serve East Coast and Detroit-style pizzas, calzones, pastas, wings and more. Louie’s also offers a dessert pizza topped with your choice of apple, cherry, strawberry or blueberry.


3. Walter’s303 Pizzeria

Located on the north side of Colorado Springs, Walter’s303 serves up something for every pizza lover. Choose from signature pies like the BBQ Chicken or The Greek, go with deep dish or create your own custom pizza. The menu also features build-your-own calzones, classic and vegetarian lasagna and oven-baked subs.


2. Il Vicino

IL Vicino Restaurant “Pollo E Pumante Pizze” – Roasted chicken, garlic oil, mozzarella, asiago, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers, fresh…

Il Vicino made a big leap this year, climbing into the Top 10 after missing the list entirely the past two years in the Best of the Springs magazine. Known for its artisanal wood-fired pizza, the restaurant is located in University Village off North Nevada Avenue. Along with their comprehensive pizza menu, they also serve up flatbread sandwiches, salads and calzones.


1. Slice 420

Slice 420 has consistently claimed the No. 1 spot for pizza in the Best of the Springs magazine. With locations in Old Colorado City and on Oro Blanco Drive, they serve up New York-style gourmet pies and offer weekly pizza specials and combo deals. 

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