The Ultimate Pizza Journey Through Arkansas Makes For One Delicious Adventure
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published March 04, 2022
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for more than 30 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as the Mississippi-based Parents & Kids Magazine. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
If you’re a fan of pizza (and who isn’t?!), then you knead to know where the best pizzerias in Arkansas are located. What’s more, you should visit said pizzerias – and that’s where the ultimate pizza pilgrimage through Arkansas comes in. The pizza-inspired road trip leads to the best pizza in Arkansas, making for one delicious adventure.
At over 600 miles, it will take about 13 hours, round-trip. You don’t have to commit to the entire route, though. You can always alter the map to suit your needs.
Opened by a Brooklyn native, it should come as no surprise that Deluca’s is known for serving up the best pizza in Arkansas. Living up to its reputation, Deluca’s Neapolitan-style pies are cooked to crisp perfection at 725 degrees in a custom brick oven. For more info, check out Deluca’s website.
Located in the heart of downtown Siloam Springs, Fratelli’s has long been a go-to for true Italian-style pies, which all start off the same way - with dough that’s made on site with flour imported straight from Italy. After being hand-tossed and loaded with toppings, the pies are baked to perfection in a wood-fired brick oven. For more info, check out Fratelli’s website.
Serving up the "best pizza in the galaxy," Café Amore is a must-visit on any pizza pilgrimage. It makes sense that the pies are top-notch, though – the owner was professionally trained at The California Culinary Academy. Plus, per the eatery’s website, everything is made with love. For more info, check out Café Amore’s website.
A state icon, Nima’s has been serving up its legendary pies for more than two decades! Over the years, the pizza has garnered numerous accolades, including being ranked the second best in the world. For more info, check out Nima’s website.
Lazzari Italian Oven has been bringing a taste of Italy to Jonesboro since 1995. The award-winning fare features all the classics, including pizza. For more info, check out Lazzari’s Facebook page.
This Searcy spot is known for its signature thin crust pizzas, which are always freshly prepared, starting with dough that’s made in-house, daily. The pies are then cooked the old-fashioned way – in a stone hearth oven. For more info, check out La Torcia’s website.
A great place for a fun meal out, Raduno serves up tasty grub in a casual, inviting setting. The menu features a mix of pub grub, including Neapolitan-style pizzas. The drink selection is equally as impressive, featuring 20 rotating beers on top, along with a full bar. For more info, check out Raduno’s website.
So, what do you think? Are you ready to embark on this pizza pilgrimage through Arkansas? Did we miss your favorite pizzeria in Arkansas? Already visited the places mentioned above? Whatever it is, tell us!
If you enjoy food-fueled road trips, make sure to check out the Arkansas donut trail, which makes for a delicious day trip.
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