We firmly believe that there's a perfect pizza out there for everyone. Versatility is one of the things that makes pizza beautiful, and if you're the type that subscribes to the theory that more sauce and a thick crust makes a better pizza, Detroit-style might be for you. It might be as close to perfection as we get in our 21st-century world.
A guide to the best restaurants in the Mission is a daunting task. The historically Hispanic/Latinx neighborhood is filled with more great restaurants per capita than anywhere else in the city thanks to its diverse population and sheer size. But we've trimmed down the options for you to include 31 of the neighborhood's most unmissable restaurants, from iconic taquerias and Japanese cafes to excellent spots for pasta. Now go forth and explore them all.
New York's passion for pizza may only be rivaled by Italy's, so it's no small feat when Italian judges rank an Upstate shop among the best on the planet. Jay's Artisan Pizzeria in Kenmore, just north of Buffalo, has landed on the Guide to the 50 Best Pizzerias in the World for the fourth straight year. This year, Jay's broke into the top 15, earning the No. 14 spot. The annual list, published in Italy by 50 Top Pizza, features heavyweights from pizza capitals such as Naples, Barcelona, Rome and New York City.
BUSHWICK -- We all know New York pizza is impossible to beat, but two brothers joined with their best friend, along with a well-known chef to bring a taste of Detroit-style pizza to Bushwick. Turbo Pizza is a familiar dive bar that serves Detroit-style pizza, wings and salads to the Bushwick neighborhood. They discuss what makes their pizza unique, including the dough and cheese blend.
Pizza Pushers uses a focaccia base for its dough, resulting in the light and airy crust that Detroit style is known for. In addition to traditional toppings like pepperoni and sausage, the restaurant also offers pies with vodka cream sauce and pickled jalapeños. Even for city dwellers, it's worth a commute.
