17 of the best-looking pizzas in YYC Pizza Week
YYC Pizza Week, or what some call the best week of the year, starts today. With over 50 places participating in this week-long event, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with the amount of choice and variety. We’ve done the hard work for you by rounding up some of the best places to grab your pie.
Posto Pizzeria and Bar
Anatra Pizza by Posto (YYC Pizza Week/Facebook)
Pizza: Anatra
Category: Thin
What’s on it: White sauce, duck confit, kale and fresh grapes.
Address: 1014 8 Street SW
Phone: 403-263-4876
500 Cucina
Pizza: Bartovestri
Category: Thin
What’s on it: Mozzarella, porcetta, smoked bacon, caramelized onions, fior di latte (crumbled), arugula, truffle oil, salt and grilled lemon.
Address: 1003 9 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-460-0797
See also
- YYC Pizza Week 2016 rolls into town supporting local charities
- YYC Pizza Week Presents Pints & Pizza Tours!
Pulcinella
Fichi E Spek Pizza by Pulcinella (YYC Pizza Week/Facebook)
Pizza: Fichi E Spek
Category: Thin
What’s on it: Fresh figs, Fontina cheese, walnuts, and spek.
Address: 1147 Kensington Crescent NW
Phone: 403-700-5736
Trolley 5 Restaurant & Brewery
Pizza: The Boss Hogg
Category: Thick
What’s on it: Hand pressed pizza dough, smoked tomato sauce, Buffalo mozzarella, coppa ham, shaved brussel sprouts, mozzarella, and chicharron garnish.
Address: 728 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-454-3731
Cilantro
Pizza: Beef Taco
Category: Thin
What’s on it: Ground AAA beef tenderloin, citrus ancho crust, jalapeño jack cheese, shredded lettuce, lime sour cream, pickled peppers, crisp tortillas, and fresh avocado.
Address: 338 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-229-1177
Cibo
Fumo Maiale Pizza by Cibo (YYC Pizza Week/Facebook)
Pizza: Fumo Maiale
Category: Thin
What’s on it: White sauce, house-smoked buffalo mozzarella with guanciale, mushrooms, and arugula.
Address: 1012 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-984-4755
Pizza: Il Principe
Category: Thin
What’s on it: Romesco sauce, mozzarella, Italian sausage, poached shrimp, grilled asparagus spears, grilled lemon with balsamic reduction, topped with shaved manchego cheese.
Address: 9727 Macleod Trail SE
Phone: 403-455-2033
Una Pizza & Wine
Pizza: Una Cheeseburger
Category: Thin
What’s on it: San Marzano tomato sauce, grass fed beef, cheddar cheese, provolone, house pickled jalapeños.
Address: 618 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-453-1183
Bocce
Victor the Victorious by Bocce (YYC Pizza Week/Facebook)
Pizza: Victor The Victorious
Category: Thin
What’s on it: Rosemary ham, marinated artichokes, mozzarella, garlic oil, shaved parmesan, and watercress.
Address: 110 2207 4 Street SW
Phone: 403-516-6162
Earth Cravings
Pizza: Very Italian
Category: Gluton Free
What’s on it: Cold-pressed tomato sauce, soppressata salami, prosciutto, buffalo mozzarella, fresh arugula, and grated piave.
Address: 14555 Symons Valley Road NW
Phone: 587-830-1923
Buttermilk Fine Waffles
Pizza Waffle by Buttermilk Fine Waffles (YYC Pizza Week/Facebook)
Pizza: Pizza Waffle
Category: Unique
What’s on it: Buttermilk waffle base, prosciutto, sliced bocconcini mozzarella, homemade herb and tomato sauce, and dollops of basil pesto.
Address: 330 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-287-9094
Without Papers Pizza
Pizza: YYC Pizza
Category: Thin
What’s on it: Olive oil, garlic, fontina cheese, kale, oven roast beets, red onion, and goat chevre cheese.
Address: 1216 9 Avenue SE
Phone: 403-457-1154
Beer Revolution
Sayulita Surfer by Beer Revolution (YYC Pizza Week/Facebook)
Pizza: Sayulita Surfer
Category: Unique
What’s on it: Red ale enchilada sauce, chorizo, caramelized onions, banana peppers, roasted poblanos, tex-mex cheese, avocado lime crema, romaine, and tortillas.
Address: 1080 8 Street SW
Phone: 40- 264-2739
The Block YYC
Pizza: Halifax Donair Pizza
Category: Thin
What’s on it: House-made spiced beef, fresh tomato, white onion, sweet garlic sauce, and mozza.
Address: 2411 4 Street NW
Phone: 403-282-1339
Sauce Italian Kitchen and Market
Pizza: The Dilicious Smoked Salmon
Category: Thin
What’s on it: House-made dough, savoury blend of fresh dill, capers, cream cheese, BC smoked salmon, fried capers and fresh onions.
Address: 3326 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-727-7627
Ollia Macarons & Tea
The Salted Caramel Apple Macaron-izza by Ollia (YYC Pizza Week/Facebook)
Pizza: Salted Caramel Apple Macaron-izza
Category: Unique
What’s on it: A macaron shell topped, salted caramel infused buttercream, crisp fall apples, and salted caramel spread.
Address: 810C 16 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-457-9775
Roosevelt
Pizza: The Veggie Smash
Category: Thin
What’s on it: Roasted portobello mushrooms, caramelized onions, zucchinis, green and red peppers, black olives, feta, smoked gouda, watercress, and garlic.
Address: 933 17 Avenue SW
Phone: 403-719-9330
If you need more guidance to navigate through Pizza Week you can opt to attend one of the two Pizza & Pints Tours being offered in collaboration with Alberta Beer Week. Whether you hit the tour or take your pizza adventures into your own hands, be sure not to forget to vote for your favourite slice when you’re finished!
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