Your Ultimate New Haven Pizza Crawl
New Haven is famous for its pizza—no, really! With its unique coal-fired crusts and amazing toppings, it's no wonder this city is often hailed as the pizza capital of the U.S. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, this pizza crawl is the perfect way to satisfy your cravings and explore the vibrant neighborhoods! So lace up your shoes and get ready for a cheesy, saucy adventure.
Stop 1: Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana
Location: 157 Wooster St, New Haven, CT 06511
Distance from Starting Point: 0 miles (0 min walk)
What to Order: The classic White Clam Pizza—it’s iconic for a reason! This pizza features fresh clams, garlic, and mozzarella, all on a perfectly charred crust.Stop 2: Sally's Apizza
Location: 237 Wooster St, New Haven, CT 06511
Distance from Frank Pepe's: 0.3 miles (5 min walk)
What to Order: Go for the Tomato Pie, a super simple yet delicious dish topped with crushed tomatoes and fresh basil. This isn’t just pizza; it’s a cultural experience!Stop 3: Modern Apizza
Location: 874 State St, New Haven, CT 06511
Distance from Sally's: 1.4 miles (15 min walk)
What to Order: Don't miss out on the Buffalo Chicken Pizza for a savory kick! This one is topped with hot sauce, chicken, and a blend of cheeses—perfect for spice lovers.Stop 4: Apizza Gregorie
Location: 26 Fourth St, New Haven, CT 06510
Distance from Modern Apizza: 0.8 miles (10 min walk)
What to Order: Try the Pesto and Chicken Pizza, which combines homemade pesto with tender chicken on a crisp crust, drizzled with a hint of balsamic reduction.Stop 5: Zuppardi's Apizza
Location: 197 E Wall St, New Haven, CT 06515
Distance from Apizza Gregorie: 2.6 miles (30 min walk or 10 min drive)
What to Order: The classic New Haven-style Sausage Pizza is what they do best. Fresh, homemade sausage meets their famous dough for a flavor explosion!Final Stop: Caffe Bravo
Location: 1230 State St, New Haven, CT 06511
Distance from Zuppardi's: 1.2 miles (15 min walk or 5 min drive)
What to Order: After all that pizza, treat yourself to a Delicious Gelato to cool off! They have so many flavors you’ll want to try them all!Estimated Total Time and Cost
Overall, this pizza crawl should take about 3-4 hours, depending on how long you linger at each spot (and how many slices you manage to devour!). Expect to spend approximately $50-$70 if you're sharing and trying a variety of pizzas. Bring cash for some spots, though many accept cards.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab your pizza-loving friends and hit the streets of New Haven for the ultimate pizza crawl! Don’t forget to tag us in your delicious pizza pics. Follow us on Instagram @SupNewHaven for more local adventures and check out our event page for all the hottest happenings in the Elm City!