The Ultimate Pizza Journey Through Northern California Makes For One Delicious Adventure
By Lisa Sammons|Published April 04, 2022
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We’ve got such a great reputation for pizza in Northern California. There’s some really fantastic spots here. If you’re looking to explore all the best pizza restaurants in California, why not take a pizza pilgrimage? A road trip to all the best pizza restaurants in Northern California is a great way to explore the region and get some tasty food in the process. We’ve compiled the ultimate pizza pilgrimage in Northern California that will take you to some of the best of the best in the area.
The entire trip will take about 4.5 hours of driving, though of course, you'll want to add extra time to explore the cities. You can see the full itinerary on Google Maps and customize it to your liking.
1. Apple Barrel Pizza: 3600 Carson Rd Suit C, Camino, CA 95709
Apple Barrel Pizza, 3600 Carson Rd Suit C, Camino, CA 95709, USA
Your first stop will be at Apple Barrel Pizza. This place has got great pizzas, perfect crust that's just so fluffy, and optimal texture. There are options for white sauce and traditional red sauce. For more information, check out the Apple Barrel Pizza website.
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2. Gold Dust Pizza Sutter Creek: 20 Eureka St, Sutter Creek, CA 95685
Gold Dust Pizza Sutter Creek, 20 Eureka St, Sutter Creek, CA 95685, USA
Gold Dust Pizza is a local chain that has several branches, but on this trip, we'll stop at the Sutter Creek location. This little spot has been delighting residents for over a decade now. Visit the restaurant's Facebook for more information.
3. Zelda's Original Gourmet Pizza: 1415 21st Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
Zelda's Original Gourmet Pizza, 1415 21st Street, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
Zelda's Original Gourmet Pizza has stood the test of time and has been around for over 40 years. Here, you'll find Chicago-style deep-dish pizza. One controversial style of pizza that Zelda's serves up is the Spinoccoli. It's a sauceless pie with veggies and various cheeses. What do you think about this unusual set of toppings?
4. Sandrino Pizza and Vino: 45 Caledonia St, Sausalito, CA 94965
Sandrino Pizza & Vino, 45 Caledonia St, Sausalito, CA 94965, USA
Sandrino's is a delightful eatery featuring chefs who moved straight to Sausalito from Italy in 2015. The thin crust pizza is perfectly paired with Sandrino's delicious wines. Look at the menu on Sandrino's website if you're ready for your mouth to water.
5. Red Boy Pizza Petaluma, 401 Kenilworth Dr #910, Petaluma, CA 94952
Red Boy Pizza Petaluma, 401 Kenilworth Dr #910, Petaluma, CA 94952, USA
Red Boy Pizza is another small local chain. This place recently celebrated its fiftieth anniversary. The family-owned restaurant uses sourdough crust and sources local ingredients whenever possible. Visit the Red Boy Pizza website to learn more.
6. CIBO Rustico Pizzeria: 1305 Cleveland Ave Ste C, Santa Rosa, CA 95401
CIBO Rustico Pizzeria, 1305 Cleveland Ave Ste C, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
CIBO serves up brick oven-fired thin-crust pizzas made with great, fresh ingredients. There's outside dining that's just perfect for those balmy Santa Rosa days. CIBO serves up Italian-style pizza that may be a little different than what you're used to, as there is no mozzarella unless requested. You can check out the restaurant's website for a full menu.
Of course, there are plenty more fantastic pizza restaurants in Northern California. We had to limit ourselves to just six for time’s sake. What would you have included in your Pizza Pilgrimage in Northern California? Share with us in the comments section!
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