Newport may be known for its Gilded Age mansions and sailing culture, but its pizza scene is quietly having a moment. From wood-fired Neapolitan pies to inventive slices that push boundaries, we’ve scoured the City by the Sea to find the absolute best. Whether you’re craving a classic margherita after a day on the water or a loaded Detroit-style square with friends, this list has your slice covered.
Mother Pizzeria
$$ | (401) 324-5500 | WEBSITE
There’s something about eating pizza in a bright, modern spacethat makes us feel 70% happier, even if we only recently learned that ‘Neapolitan style’ isn’t a type of dance move. Such is the case with Mother Pizzeria, an artisan pizza spotwith a family-friendly atmospherein Newport. The pizza is mostly excellent—the Big Papa is a standout—and you’re here to relax—the service is impeccable-levels good—and share stories over local beers.
Antonio’s Pizza By The Slice Kitchen & Bar – Newport
$ | (401) 846-1124 | WEBSITE
This pizza-by-the-slice joint sits right in the heart of Newport, and it’s definitely the friendly neighborhood spot with a warm smile for everyone. Perfect strangers share their lunch plans with you at the counter—the meat lovers slice, extra cheese, it’s a must—and slices of pizza are served up with care. If you’re here to try the truffle fries with that recommended dip, and we suggest you do, grab one of the spacious tables where the delivery robot might just roll by.
Mama Leone’s
$ | (401) 847-7272 | WEBSITE
You could probably grab a slice elsewhere if you’re not a pizza purist, but we’re not entirely sure why you’d bother. They have a small-ish selection of salads, but they excel at pizza and offer dozens of varieties, all served hot and fresh. Come with a decent appetite, an idea of what you like—dense, flavorful, classic, spicy, that kind of thing—and an open mind. Just know this cozy, classic pizza parlor doesn’t really suit large groups.
A-1 Pizza
$ | (401) 849-2214 | WEBSITE
A-1 Pizza makes the kind of phenomenal pizza you’ll get attached to before the last slice disappears. A charming rustic spot off Newport’s bustling streets, this place has a classic menu that acts as a warm, inviting showcase for its perfectly crispy crusts and fresh toppings. The good news is that whatever pie you’re craving will be delivered with that same friendly service and reasonable prices.
Imbriglio’s Pizzeria Napoletana
$$ | (401) 849-6312 | WEBSITE
From the outside, Imbriglio’s looks like just another unassuming spot tucked away in Newport. But to those who’ve discovered it, it’s a place where you can step through the door, find a seat in the cozy, wood-paneled dining room, and taste some of the most authentic Neapolitan pizza you’ll find outside of Italy.
The Margherita and Pepperoni pizzas emerge blistered and fragrant from the wood-fired oven, while dishes like the Gorgonzola pasta and homemade meatballs deliver that same honest, satisfying quality. With friendly bartenders pouring drinks and a low-key, welcoming vibe throughout, this hidden gem offers a genuine escape from the touristy bustle just a short walk away on Thames Street.
Sardella’s Italian Restaurant
$$ | (401) 849-6312 | WEBSITE
When your Newport graduation dinner or family celebration calls for generous portions and rustic comfort, this cozy Italian sanctuary is the place to be. In the warmly lit dining room, attentive waitstaff deliver steaming plates of lasagna and white clams with angel hair pasta, while the scent of baking pizza crust and creamy tiramisu fills the air.
The homemade tiramisu is our pick of the delicious menu, with its scrumptious layers and reasonable price making every special occasion feel like a true feast.
Nikolas Pizza
$ | (401) 849-6611 | WEBSITE
This cozy restaurant in Newport, known for its delicious pizza, offers generous portions at reasonable prices, with no pizza costing more than $26. But forget that and direct your attention towards the detailed work of the employee who draws the pizza menu and the gluten-free options which taste like they’ve been infused with the soul of a true pizza lover.
It can be quiet during off-hours, but the servers are always down for a friendly chat about the restaurant’s history of staying open after hurricane Bob.
Corner Café
$ | (401) 846-0606 | WEBSITE
Corner Café is from the people behind the best breakfast spots in Newport, and they take their morning meals similarly seriously without being pretentious about it. Come after the summer crowds have thinned out and impress your friends with your knowledge of hidden gem cafés when you take them to this cozy spot tucked away on a side street.
The menu offers delicious options like Isla’s pastrami with fries, Egg Benedict Cali, and Denise’s Double Deuce, which includes 2 eggs, bacon, ham, Swiss, and pepperjack on multigrain toast. The café serves excellent drinks, including cappuccinos and hazelnut lattes that pair perfectly with their famous hash browns. A warning: it gets busy during peak hours, but the friendly servers work efficiently in the tight space, sparking cheerful conversations while delivering huge portions.
The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making it a wonderful choice for families and breakfast lovers who appreciate fantastic food served with genuine hospitality.
Pasta Beach Newport
$$ | (401) 847-2222 | WEBSITE
Pasta Beach Newport is one of those pizza joints that makes you feel cozy. That’s just the power of in-house dough and getting buzzed on Amarone in a popular Newport spot. The menu reads like a collaboration between Italy and your inevitable carb craving—please see: their sausage and broccolini pizza that contains dough made fresh daily. It’s a solid spot, but be warned that the service reaches average levels on busy nights.
Skiff Bar
$ | (401) 849-7788 | WEBSITE
A lot of Newport bars lean into the nautical theme, but Skiff Bar is a place that just focuses on the fundamentals. The drinks are always on point, your service will be friendly, and the atmosphere is perfect for holing up with friends or a date for a few hours. It’s a gimmick-free spot that’s also popular, so book a table. If you fancy trying your luck, we’d go earlier in the evening.