Naples vacation rentals may be the thing that draws in vacationers, but what keeps visitors coming back to the seaside Floridian city is an unexpected enterprise: pizza. Very, very good pizza. So while Naples beachfront rentals, golf courses, and dolphin sightings might appear to be the lure to this bustling town lining the Gulf of Mexico, the real star of the show is the thing for which its sister city in Italy is known.
The pizza offered in Naples, Florida, is a subsidiary of flatbread dishes that originated in Naples, Italy, traditionally made with ingredients like milk from a water buffalo or tomatoes grown in the shadow of the infamous Mount Vesuvius. Though the pies offered in this Floridian paradise are made with more local – and reasonably attainable – ingredients, it still means that these pizzas are made with the freshest ingredients and with a true heart for food.
So grab a glass of vino, put on some comfy flip-flops, and get ready to read about the best pizza that Naples, Florida has to offer.
Twisted Sheep Pizza
There’s a reason for Twisted Sheep Pizza’s unique name: their mission statement says that their pizza is for people who aren’t afraid to “go against the grain… to be the black sheep.” And it’s true – Twisted Sheep Pizza is for those who truly value a culinary experience, from the artisanal ingredients and craft beers and sodas even down to the names of the pies – things like “Pig With A Sombrero,” “Backyard Hipster,” and “Buff Chick” are highlighted as craft pizzas on their eccentric menu.
By putting things on a pizza that wouldn’t normally belong, like potato salad or black beans, Twisted Sheep pushes the boundaries of what it means to eat specialty, one-of-a-kind foods. As the restaurant founder says himself, “We’re not here to fit in, we’re here to stand out!” That attitude definitely makes Twisted Sheep one of the best Italian restaurants in Naples FL.
La Trattoria
Ever heard of “Napoletana Pizza?” It’s an authentic Italian pizza, made with very specific, fresh ingredients… and one that takes a certain kind of chef to get right. La Trattoria does just that with the help of its award-winning chef – not to mention its award-winning cocktail creator.
Get an authentic Italian experience at La Trattoria, with its warm atmosphere, classically airy pizzas, and imported beers. Featuring both red and white pizzas with simple, classic ingredients and careful construction, the pies at La Trattoria are sure to be ones that won’t soon be forgotten. Add in a few bites of their homemade pasta, mouthwatering entrees, or undeniable desserts, and La Trattoria is sure to become a favorite.
Cosmos Ristorante & Pizzeria
The best recipes are passed down through generations of family, and that’s exactly what Cosmos Ristorante & Pizzeria owner Gianluca Corso has done. Featuring delectable pastas and seafood dishes that rival some of the best seafood restaurants in Naples, Cosmos pies include ingredients like eggplant, cream cheese, fior’di latte, and a secret called “Grandma’s tomato sauce.” Cosmos Ristorante & Pizzeria is some of the best pizza Naples, FL has to offer, and is an excellent choice for any picky food eater.
Rosedale Brick Oven
One thing Naples vacation rentals can’t do is make a brick oven pizza like Rosedale Brick Oven. The restaurant brings authentic New York pizza to the shores of Florida, using the freshest ingredients to bring pizzas like “Mushroom Delight” and “Sea Shell” to life.
Featuring toppings like red wine vinegar, fresh clams, prosciutto, and lemon citronette, Rosedale Brick Oven’s pizzas are delivered piping hot to your table… or straight to the door of your Naples vacation rental condos. Whether you want to dine in and enjoy your pizza or chow down with your family in the comfort of your rental, you’re guaranteed a mouthwatering experience.
The Crust Pizza
Pizza from the Midwest means that these chefs aren’t messing around. “Crispy on the bottom, fluffy in the middle, and fully loaded to the brim” is the way The Crust Pizza describes its pies on their website, and it’s an accurate statement – no corners are cut in the makings of these pizzas.
Stacked with fresh, house-made toppings like caramelized onions, smoked gouda, celery, and meatballs, The Crust offers pies in several sizes and promises deliciousness in every bite – even if the food is one of their specialty subs or crisp salads. If you’re searching for a truly unique take on your classic pizza, The Crust Pizza is where you want to be.
Lowbrow Pizza & Beer
Even the best vacation rentals Naples has to offer can’t compete with the laid-back, go-with-the-flow ease that comes with dining in Lowbrow Pizza & Beer. Owners Chris Jones and Henrik Lagergren are passionate about pizza and beer and offer a wide selection of both at this restaurant located in the heart of East Naples.
With pies named “Pepper-Bro-Ni,” “Facemelter,” “Cheesus H. Crust,” and “Snowflake… You Do You,” these pizzas are sure to make customers laugh as much as they are to make customers sigh in contentment. They also have many local beers on tap, as well as hand-picked bottles of beer and wine to perfectly complement your slice.
Brunina’s Italian Restaurant
Brunina’s motto is “great Italian food by a great Italian lady.” Their motto doesn’t lie, because the pasta and pies at Brunina’s Italian Restaurant are highly rated on both Google Reviews and on Yelp. Come see for yourself what all the hype is about!
Offering three sizes of only five pizzas, Brunina’s is committed to ensuring their pizzas are made to perfection… and making sure their calzones, stromboli, seafood, and salads are perfectly made too. Brunina herself is heavily involved in the restaurant, making sure each customer, whether an out-of-towner or a local, is treated like family.
Peppi’s Pizzeria
Peppi’s Pizza is a relaxed as it gets in Naples, FL, but that doesn’t mean their take on pizza is, too. Offering regular-crust and deep-dish pizzas, Peppi’s offers pies made with red sauce, white sauce, and pesto, and has pizzas that are fully customizable to fit any pizza-lover’s needs. They offer pizza by the slice and an option to try their pizza roll – a sausage, spinach, or broccoli pinwheel wrapped in mozzarella and delicious dough. At the end of the evening, when you need a little something sweet, you can grab a delicious dessert in Naples!
Also offering mouthwatering entrees and family-sized specials, this dine-in or take-out pizza joint is great for a night on the town on staying in your Naples vacation rental.
Naples pizza is a hidden gem among one of America’s brightest, most beautiful cities. Brought to the Gulf by chefs from all over the world – Italy, Canada, Sweden, and of course all across the U.S. – the food concocted by these restaurants are among some of the best pizza Naples, FL, has to offer, winning awards and winning the hearts of locals and visitors alike.
Though Naples’ pristine beaches and world-renowned shopping hubs are what bring guests to the city, the delectable foods and pizzas are what continue to bring people back. So don’t miss out on specialty pies, hand-crafted beers, carefully selected wines, or fresh, natural ingredients, and book a stay at a Naples vacation rental as soon as possible.
