Guy Fieri’s Favorite Pizzas: A Flavortown Pizza Pilgrimage
It’s hard to imagine a time before Guy Fieri ruled Flavortown, guiding food fanatics across the country to the most crave-worthy spots on his hit series Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. But his iconic catchphrase didn’t just appear out of thin air—though it might have been a result of thin crust! Of all the foods he’s devoured on Triple D, pizza is what ultimately led to the discovery of Flavortown, a mythical state of mind Fieri enters after a truly unforgettable bite.
He coined the phrase while describing a giant pizza, exclaiming, “Look at this thing! It’s like the steering wheel on the bus going to Flavortown.” And just like that, the Mayor of Flavortown was born. Pizza is deeply ingrained in Fieri’s heritage, not just because of the countless pies he’s sampled on his show, but also due to his Italian roots. He even legally changed his last name from Ferry to Fieri in 1995 as a tribute to his ancestry, so it’s no surprise pizza consistently ranks among the many dishes he’s spotlighted.
From Korean-inspired creations in the Midwest to pickle pizza in the Alaskan wilderness, Fieri has tracked down standout slices that truly embody the Flavortown spirit. Here are some of his absolute favorites:
Pizzeria Lola (Minneapolis, Minnesota)
Pizzeria Lola is all about adding a little pizzazz to your ‘za, and the Lady ZaZa is a prime example. On Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, Guy Fieri raved about their popular Korean-inspired pie, topped with Korean sausage, gochujang, scallions, sesame, a soy-chili glaze, and plenty of kimchi, rating it “just dynamite.” Founded by James Beard Award-winning chef Ann Kim, Pizzeria Lola masterfully blends wood-fired pizza with bold Korean flavors that both locals and visitors adore. Learn more here.
Little Bettie Pizza & Snacks (Memphis, Tennessee)
The only thing better than a slice of pizza is a cold beer to wash it down with—and at Little Bettie Pizza & Snacks, a petite pizzeria nestled inside a downtown Memphis brewery, you can enjoy both. Much like Guy Fieri, Little Bettie draws inspiration from diverse culinary traditions, from its thin New Haven–style crust to the New Orleans–inspired toppings on its Louisiana Dauterive pizza. The star of Fieri’s visit? The Thud Butt: a creamy, cheesy, crumbly, and downright “trippy” pie. With a base of ricotta cream, mortadella, and stracciatella cheese, plus a brown butter pistachio topping, it’s easy to see why he called it “a different dimension of pizza.” Check out their menu.
Pastabilities (Syracuse, New York)
Guy Fieri is no stranger to New York–style pizza, but there’s a reason he travels upstate for an Italian-American pie at Pastabilities. This cozy eatery—a Syracuse staple since the 1980s—specializes in all kinds of carbs, from pasta dishes to its famous homemade stretch bread and hot tomato oil. The Mayor of Flavortown didn’t even need to reach the main courses before deciding to feature it on the “Best of Pizza” special of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. His favorite? The showstopping Duck Bacon Flatbread Pizza, topped with smoked duck bacon, goat cheese, mozzarella, tart cherries, shallots, pepper, and a pomegranate drizzle. Fieri declared it “one of the best duck dishes I’ve ever had.” Visit Pastabilities.
Pinky G’s (Jackson Hole, Wyoming)
Pinky G’s has been featured not once, not twice, but three times on Fieri’s show! Jackson Hole is known for its powdery peaks and abundant wildlife, but you might not expect New York-style pizza to be a highlight. Hand-tossed pies with unique toppings are the bread and butter of this award-winning joint, which Fieri collaborated with to create his own pizza, Guy’s Pie, featuring garlic oil, ricotta, mozzarella, blue cheese, roasted chicken, shredded pepperoni, and both hot sauce and blue cheese dressing. What started as a quick refueling spot for skiers quickly caught—and kept—Fieri’s attention after he tried the Funky Chicken Pizza, coated in basil pesto and layered with marinated chicken, ricotta, red onions, artichoke hearts, and mozzarella. Explore Pinky G’s.
Weights and Measures (Portland, Oregon)
Carrots on pizza might sound unconventional, but you’ll just have to trust the Mayor of Flavortown on this one. The pie that captivated Fieri on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives is Weights and Measures’ Roasted Carrot Pizza, which resembles a work of art thanks to its colorful layers, including a French soubise sauce base, Gruyère cheese, Fresno pepper, and thinly sliced carrots marinated and roasted to perfection. A finishing touch of homemade dukkah, a Middle Eastern spice blend, gave Fieri “goosebumps” and cemented the pie’s place among his “top three most unique pizzas.” Discover Weights and Measures.
Hungry Robot (Interior Alaska)
Hungry Robot brings wonderfully weird, wood-fired pizza to one of the most remote corners of the country. Guy Fieri featured their pickle-loaded Dilly Dilly on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, calling it a “destination pizza.” Pickles take center stage on this Detroit-style pie, but it’s the homemade Italian sausage, mozzarella, garlic white sauce, and “Dilly Drizzle”—a creamy garlic dill ranch—that truly elevate it. “You get me a spoon, I’ll just eat this as a cold soup,” Fieri joked after tasting the sauce. Find Hungry Robot.
