Pizza plays a huge part in Filipino celebrations—whether it’s birthdays, holidays, or marking a significant milestone, we often see boxes upon boxes of pizza neatly arranged on our dining tables. What’s not to love about pizza? It’s hot, savory, delicious, and shareable, bringing family and friends together with every slice.
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We all have our go-to pizza chains, but this guide might help you discover new spots and try out new flavors. Here are ten pizza spots around Metro Manila that are worth every buck:
Angel’s Pizza
Who says you can’t enjoy pizza on a regular weekday? Treat yourself to Angel’s Pizza and enjoy their pizzas, pasta, and combo meals that are ideal for sharing with the people you love. Their best-selling Creamy Spinach Dip Pizza is a must-try! It’s rich, flavorful, and the perfect kind of creamy that you wouldn’t get tired of.
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Mama Lou’s
There’s something nostalgic and heartwarming about Mama Lou’s that you can’t deny. Their mouthwatering menu, which is made with love, offers a wide variety of Italian food offerings that don’t feel unfamiliar or pretentious to the Filipino palate. Their Mama Lou’s Pizza—which is topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, fennel sausage, salami, and crispy bacon is too hard to resist.
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Pizzulu
After gaining widespread attention during the pandemic for its premium, high-quality recipes, Pizzulu’s brick-oven pizzas continue to impress with the finest ingredients. Their Carbonara Pizza offers a unique fusion of pizza and the rich flavors of pasta, featuring Pizzulu’s signature béchamel sauce, fresh mozzarella, cheddar, shimeji mushrooms, bacon, Italian sausages, and parsley.
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Gino’s Brick Oven Pizza
Gino’s Brick Oven Pizza never disappoints! Intricately crafted, each bite feels balanced, savory, chewy, and, most importantly, crispy. For those who are feeling more conscious and mindful of what they eat, their Pesto Mushroom Pizza is a good option. Each slice is topped with melted cheese, fresh mushrooms, and a generous amount of pesto.
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Eat Pizza
Last year, the popular Korean pizza chain arrived in the Philippines! Known for its innovative and creative 10-inch pizza “slides,” it offers a unique dining experience for customers and pizza lovers who want to quickly satisfy their pizza cravings. From classic pizza flavors such as Pepperoni and Classic Cheese, they also have a variety of Korean-inspired flavors like Beef Bulgogi, Samgyeopsal, Korean Sausage, Sweet Corn Cheese, and more.
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Shakey’s
Shakey’s is a classic family favorite! Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or enjoying a regular dinner with loved ones, this restaurant offers an extensive menu with something for everyone. For seafood lovers, their Scallop and Shrimp Pizza Americana is generously loaded with scallops, shrimp, and bell peppers, all in a creamy white sauce with melted mozzarella cheese.
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Yellow Cab
Serving quality pizza since 2001, Yellow Cab provides both quality and affordability with its savory and delectable pizzas that are ideal for solo (you deserve a whole box of pizza to yourself!) or sharing. For those who enjoy classic flavors, their thin crust Pepperoni Pizza is a guaranteed favorite!
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Big Guys
Did you know you can enjoy two or more flavors on a single pizza? Big Guys has you covered, offering the perfect pizzas for big events and gatherings. Their The Big 5 pizza, for instance, features five delicious flavors in one—Cheese, Pepperoni, Hawaiian, All Meat, and Super Supreme—ensuring that there’s something for everyone to dig in and enjoy.
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SnR New York Style Pizza
Are you craving a pizza after a tiring grocery run? SnR’s pizza will not disappoint! Just in time for Valentine’s, they are doubling the love and celebration with their Double the Love, Double the Crust Promo where you can enjoy a Hawaiian Pizza and a Cheesy Burger Deluxe Pizza that you can share with your family, your gals and pals, and your significant other.
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10. Crosta Pizzeria
This guide wouldn’t be complete without mentioning Crosta Pizzeria, the award-winning pizza that everyone is raving about! Known for its fierce, bold, and creative flavors, this popular pizzeria consistently stays at the top of the game, delivering an unforgettable dining experience every time. One of their crowd favorites, the Morty & Ella 2.0, features pistachio mortadella, black truffle béchamel, mozzarella, stracciatella, roasted pistachios, and parsley. It’s a fun yet addictive take on pizza that’s definitely worth traveling for.
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