The build-your-own principle is exactly like any other pizzeria's: there's a list of toppings, and you tell the staff which ones you want. But although I can't really explain why, there's something very different about watching it happen in real time. More

"Fire of Naples?" Hell, yes... but the burn was the good kind—encouraging a quicker-than-normal drink drain and then fading fast in time for the next slice. More

A scattering of superfine sausage crumbles with fennel seeds visibly glistening under a coat of grease... this was the pie that all of those cheap freezer-section pizzas of my youth wanted to be. More

The excellent pies at Baraonda Ristorante & Bar, located near the Fox Theater in midtown Atlanta, often get left out when talking about the city's pizza scene. On a recent visit, their beautifully cooked Margherita reminded this toppings guy that sometimes, less is way more. More

If by "authentic New York pizza" you mean "a sloppy, greasy slice that satisfies a craving but has no real character and leaves you with pangs of regret later," then Rosa's is spot-on. More

While my pie was technically very sound in its construction, made with clearly top-notch ingredients, and cooked by a skilled hand... the Double Zero tasted to me like a salad atop a pizza crust. More

A Modena wood-fired oven cranks out ultra-thin crust pies named after diverse musicians, with toppings combos you won't find anywhere else. More

Stopping by your neighborhood Fellini's for a late-night slice and a cold adult beverage with a gaggle of friends is a longstanding Atlanta tradition... but they're getting by on more than reputation alone. More

Every time I hit a patch of just-blackened char on the chewy crust, I was reminded how top-flight pizza boutiques like Sapori di Napoli are playing a sport that's completely different than most American pizzerias. More

Hearty red spuds are sliced thin and arranged across an olive oil and garlic base. Also joining the party are applewood-smoked bacon, caramelized onions, cheddar and mozzarella, chives, and spicy ranch dressing. Finally, it's all "drizzled" with sour cream. More