Did you know that 350 slices of pizza are consumed every second which means 21,000 slices are eaten in just one minute? You learn something new every day! Whether you have a dedicated pizza night every week or casually eat pizza, we encourage you to try one of the local joints in the Lake Norman area. There are many to choose from so we've put together a list of places to help you out! 

 

Brooklyn South Pizzeria & Italian Eatery

19400 Jetton Rd #201, Cornelius

Some argue that New York-style pizza is one of the best out there which is why Brooklyn South Pizzeria strives to provide guests a memorable experience. It is family-owned & has proudly served the Lake Norman Community since 1998. One of their popular dishes is the Pomodoro Pizza which comes with sliced tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, garlic, and olive oil, and no sauce! It's the perfect pizza for those who are looking for a unique and tasty experience. 

Davidson Pizza Company

100 Mock Rd, Davidson

Davidson Pizza Company is a local family-owned joint that offers a wide variety of pizzas. They are located near the heart of downtown Davidson making it a great spot to grab a slice. Whether you're looking for a classic NY-style pizza or one of their signature creations like the Ghostface, Chicken Bacon Ranch, or Sicilian Pizza, this takeout-only location is one you want to check out. Customers share that their crust is one of the best in the area, so go ahead and call in your order to see for yourself.

G.O.A.T. Pizza

9623 Bailey Rd, Cornelius

Cornelius' newest pizza spot has struck the town with its outstanding menu items and their amazing display of sports memorabilia. G.O.A.T. Pizza, owned by Chef David Burke was created to deliver a wonderful experience for the local community and to help support local sports leagues. They offer a variety of specialty pizzas such as the Great Bambino, with fresh fennel sausage, pepperoni, red bell peppers, and mushrooms, and the Straight Outta Buffalo Pizza. They also feature a variety of pasta, smash burgers, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, and desserts.

 

Hawthorne's New York Pizza & Bar

14205 Reese Blvd, Huntersville

Hawthorne’s provides a family-friendly atmosphere as soon as you step into their establishment. One of their most popular specialty pizzas is the Buffalo Wing Pizza, aka The Inducer! If you're curious about where the nickname comes from, we suggest stopping by and asking their crew members! We'll just say it's a legend unique to the area and the pizza is so good that it's been featured on Good Morning America, Kelly & Ryan, and Strahan & Sara. 

Inizio Pizza Napoletana

16627 Birkdale Commons Pkwy Ste. E1, Huntersville

Inizio Pizza has quickly become one of Huntersville's favorite pizzerias with a prime location across from Birkdale Village. Each pizza is carefully crafted with fresh ingredients meaning you get a flavorful experience. The Margherita Pizza is one of the popular selections with it being a vegetarian-friendly choice. If the weather is just right, be sure to enjoy your dinner on their lovely outdoor patio!

Inizio Pizza

Inizio's Pizza

Mama’s Pizza Express

19741 South Old Main St, Cornelius

With locations in Cornelius and Huntersville, Mama’s Pizza Express is a great option to order pizza. Some say it's a hidden gem in the area so much so that it reminds New York natives, who've moved to the area, of authentic NY pizza. Based on reviews, people highly recommend getting the Grandma Pie which consists of thin crust pan pizza with 'San Marzano' imported tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, oregano, and basil. Mama's is also one of the few pizza joints in the area that offer authentic garlic sauce. 

 

Mama's pizza express

Mandolino's Artisan Pizza

208 South Main Street, Davidson

Mandolino's is the second restaurant owned by the group at Flatiron Kitchen+Taphouse in the heart of Davidson. Their sheet pan pizza is scratch-made and brick-oven baked at 700 degrees, more commonly known as Grandma Style Pizza. Two of their popular pies are Pigs on the Wing which comes with red sauce, mozzarella, Italian sausage, and fennel, and the Tupelo Honey which comes with ricotta, gorgonzola, fig honey, Calabrian, chiles, and thyme. If you like to eat different pizzas in one sitting, you can split the pie in half so you're able to enjoy a variety of delicious toppings. 

Maola's Pizzeria

20129 North Main Street, Cornelius

Located close to downtown Cornelius, Maola's specializes in serving authentic Italian cuisine at a reasonable price. They offer a great selection of original family recipes with a mixture of specialty pizzas including the Classic Grandma and Sicilian pizzas. Be sure to check out their weekly deals including  Tuesdays where children under 12 eat free with each adult entree or on Wednesdays when you can enjoy half-priced bottles of wine. Wine Wednesdays are better with pizza!

Prosciutto's Pizzeria Pub

20920 Torrence Chapel Rd, Cornelius

Proscuitto's is a family-owned restaurant that offers gourmet NY-style brick-oven pizzas with fresh ingredients. Their atmosphere is enjoyed by many people including football fans because they have all the games on Sundays in the Fall. After all, football is always better with some Pizza! Their Milano Pizza comes with chicken, bacon, mushrooms, and mozzarella over Alfredo sauce which makes for a unique twist. Their Boston Cheesesteak pizza is one to please, but don't worry if you don't eat meat, they have a delicious specialty vegetarian pizza that is topped with mushrooms, onions, green peppers, tomatoes, and fresh black olives. 

Rocky's Pizza Restaurant

10310 Wilmington St, Huntersville

Rocky's has been a popular Huntersville pizzeria for a while now and they continue to satisfy customers who walk through their door. People praise their delivery service, so if you're one who prefers to have pizza delivered to the front door, then this is your place! They have a variety of pizzas such as the Carnivaro which is a favorite for meat lovers and the iconic Rocky's Pizza which comes with a pesto-based sauce. Not only do they have the classic toppings and specialty pizzas, but they're able to accommodate a vegetarian diet as well as offer gluten-free options. 

GOAT pizza

Slice House Pizza

101 Old Statesville Rd, Huntersville

Located in downtown Huntersville, Slice House is a locally-owned pizzeria that's dedicated to supporting local farmers and vendors. Every meal they make is made with the freshest ingredients in the area which provides customers with an experience they won't forget. This family-owned restaurant is keeping family recipes alive including their “Nona Maria’s” (Grandma Maria) which has origins back to Italy! You'll be sure to get an authentic Italian flavor! Word on the street is their Margherita Pizza is one of the most popular ones on their menu, so we recommend to go see (and taste) for yourself. 

As you can see, the lakeside of Charlotte boasts a variety of pizzerias ranging from your quick takeout service to your casual dining restaurant. Whatever toppings and pizza style you like, you'll be sure to find your favorite pizza joint here! We encourage you to give all of these restaurants a try and to tag us in your foodie experience on social media @visitlakenorman. If we missed your favorite pizzeria, let us know in the comments below!