The 10 Best Pizza Places in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI
Last updated September 18, 2026 · ranked from 8,976 Google reviews · How we rank
Pizza choices in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI span brick-oven thick and thin crusts, wood-fired New York-style pies, and Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts. Towne Square Pizza at 918 S Rochester Rd has the highest Google rating in this guide: 4.6 from 629 reviews. Its thick- and thin-crust pizzas come with table service, beer and wine, and a family-friendly setting.
For New York-style pizza, compare New York Pizza Pie at 2528 S Adams Rd with Georgios Pizza & Pasta at 117 S Main St. Both hold 4.4 ratings, with 893 and 660 reviews respectively. New York Pizza Pie makes wood-fired pizza with locally sourced ingredients; Georgios serves hand-tossed pies and Italian fare made from family recipes.
Alibi of Troy leads the guide in review volume, earning 4.5 from 3,553 reviews, followed by Buddy’s Pizza at 4.5 from 3,223. Alibi emphasizes handmade pizzas and a full bar, while Buddy’s is known for square slices and soups.
Hours and setting offer another clear distinction. RJ’s Pub - Sir Pizza at 288 W Tienken Rd pairs pizza with sports screens, darts and Golden Tee, staying open until midnight Friday and Saturday. Jet’s Pizza at 2082 W Auburn Rd offers Detroit-style pizza and opens at 10 a.m. Monday through Saturday.
Top picks at a glance
1Grant's Pizza HouseGrant’s Pizza House offers scratch-made recipes, gluten-free or cauliflower crust substitutions for small pizzas, and a complimentary cookie with every order.
2Alibi of TroyAlibi of Troy serves handmade pizzas and Italian-American food, with a full bar, dine-in service, and takeout.
3Buddy's PizzaBuddy’s Pizza offers square slices, vegetarian and vegan options, and table and counter service at its N Squirrel Road location.
4.7(383)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 383 reviews (Google rating)
Pizza · $ · Paint Creek / Rochester Municipal Park
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
Scratch-made recipes and a 4.7-star Google rating across 383 reviews put Grant’s Pizza House at No. 1 in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI. Its Dragonscale Double Pepperoni features old-fashioned pepperoni packed on edge, while reviewers praise the crust, generous toppings, and gluten-free pizza. Small pizzas offer gluten-free or cauliflower crust substitutions. This family-owned shop focuses on delivery, carry-out, and curbside pickup, with carhop service that brings orders to your vehicle without a call or text. Every order includes a complimentary scratch-made chocolate chip cookie.
Dragonscale Double Pepperoni
Small-pizza crust options
Curbside carhop service
“One sleepless night led me to scrolling Facebook at 4am finding a pizza review for Grants pop up on a group I'm no part of .. which then led me to their menu and submitting an order for 4pm pick up. I was thinking about this pizza ALL da…”
4.5(3,553)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 3553 reviews (Google rating)
Pizza · $$ · Hampton (Rochester Rd & Auburn)
Open now · closes 10:00 PM
Handmade pizzas and a 4.5-star Google rating across 3,553 reviews put Alibi of Troy at No. 2 in this Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI guide. The family-owned restaurant pairs its pizza menu with Italian-American food and a full bar. A cozy setting with a fireplace, outdoor seating and a children’s menu gives families and groups several ways to settle in. Dine-in and takeout are available, and Friday and Saturday hours extend to 10 p.m.
Handmade pizzas
Family-owned restaurant
Dine-in and takeout
“We were in town for a concert, and I'm sure it was a busy night... Great food - some of the best - although it took 45 minutes to get our pizzas, horrible drinks - we tried the Mojito, Aperol Spritz, and the Golden Margarita, all terribl…”
4.5(3,223)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 3223 reviews (Google rating)
Pizza · $$ · Oakland University area
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Square slices are Buddy’s Pizza’s calling card, and its 4.5-star Google rating from 3,223 reviews supports its No. 3 spot in this Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI guide. The chain dates to 1946, while this N Squirrel Road location offers table and counter service in a casual setting. Vegetarian and vegan options, a children’s menu and takeout make it practical for varied groups. Friday and Saturday hours extend to 11 p.m., allowing for a later pizza dinner.
Square pizza slices
Vegetarian and vegan options
Weekend late hours
“Homemade dressings out of this world.
Soups are great especially the chicken noodle 🍜 😋”
4.5(277)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 277 reviews (Google rating)
Pizza Takeout · $ · Paint Creek / Rochester Municipal Park
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Classic and specialty pizzas, along with reviews praising consistency and hot, quick delivery, earn Green Lantern Pizza the No. 5 spot in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI. Its 4.5-star Google rating across 277 reviews supports that placement. The Walton Boulevard location focuses on counter service, takeout, and delivery rather than dine-in meals. Submarine sandwiches, salads, and wings round out the menu, while closing at 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays gives customers a later pickup or delivery option.
Classic and specialty
Takeout and delivery
Friday closing: 11 p.m.
“Delicious Pizza. Delivered quickly and hot!
5 Stars 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟”
Halal pizza and a customer-praised Palestinian pizza give Atams Pizza & Wings a distinct place at No. 6 in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI. Its Google rating stands at 4.1 from 333 reviews, with supplied feedback praising the food under new management, though one reviewer criticized the dough and cheese. At 155 W Auburn Rd, this casual spot offers dine-in, outdoor seating, takeout, delivery, and curbside pickup. Daily hours of 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. make it an option for lunch or dinner.
Halal pizza
Palestinian pizza praised
Curbside pickup
“Great little place. They are under new management and it shows. Love the Tandoori wrap and Palestinian pizza!! Check them out!”
4.1(486)· Google4.1 out of 5 from 486 reviews (Google rating)
Sports bar · $$ · Paint Creek / Rochester Municipal Park
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
A casual pub setting with big-screen sports gives Hamlin Pub its angle at No. 7 among pizza places in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI. Its 4.1 Google rating across 485 reviews is backed by excerpts praising the food and friendly service. At 1488 N Rochester Rd, the pub offers table service, outdoor seating, takeout, and delivery. Trivia nights, live music, and bar games add reasons to linger, while hours extending to 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday offer flexibility for a late visit.
Big-screen sports
Trivia nights
Outdoor seating
“First time here, staff is top notch, friendly and awesome! Food is great, should be your first stop before downtown Rochester always!”
4.0(278)· Google4.0 out of 5 from 278 reviews (Google rating)
Pizza · $ · Paint Creek / Rochester Municipal Park
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts anchors Jet’s Pizza at 1425 N Rochester Rd in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI. Its No. 8 placement draws on a 4-out-of-5 Google rating from 278 reviews and a reviewer’s praise for the balance of cheese, sauce, toppings, seasoning, and crust. This counter-serve location offers takeout, delivery, and vegetarian options, with wings and subs alongside the pizza. Closing at 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays adds a practical option for a later dinner.
Detroit-style pizza
Flavored crusts
Takeout and delivery
“First time ordering from this location, hands down the best Jet’s pizza I’ve had. The right balance of cheese, sauce, toppings, seasoning, and crust. I’ve always ordered extra sauce on the side from other locations since they aren’t usua…”
3.7(443)· Google3.7 out of 5 from 443 reviews (Google rating)
Pizza · $ · Downtown Rochester (Main Street)
Open now · closes 1:00 AM
Late hours and low prices help earn Domino’s Pizza its No. 9 spot in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI. The location at 121 E University Dr offers delivery and takeout, staying open until midnight Sunday through Thursday and 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. One reviewer praises its thin crust as crispy and hot, along with reasonable prices and friendly staff. Its 3.7-star Google rating across 443 reviews reflects mixed experiences, including delivery complaints. Free lot and street parking support the pickup option.
Late-night hours
Thin-crust praise
Free pickup parking
“Great food, awesome drivers, Dave rocks. Thank you!”
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Compare at a glance
Comparison of the best Pizza Places in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI
3.7(443)3.7 out of 5 from 443 reviews (Google rating)
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Downtown Rochester (Main Street)
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Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each pizza place is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Rochester category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Pizza Places in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI: common questions
Which pizza place has the highest Google rating in this guide?
Towne Square Pizza at 918 S Rochester Rd leads with 4.6 stars from 629 reviews. Alibi of Troy has 4.5 stars from 3,553 reviews, the largest review count, while Buddy’s Pizza has 4.5 stars from 3,223 reviews.
Where can I find different pizza styles in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI?
Jet’s Pizza at 2082 W Auburn Rd serves Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts. New York Pizza Pie at 2528 S Adams Rd makes New York-style, wood-fired pizza. Towne Square Pizza offers both thick- and thin-crust brick-oven pies, while Georgios Pizza & Pasta serves hand-tossed pies at 117 S Main St.
Which pizza places are open later in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI?
RJ’s Pub - Sir Pizza closes at midnight Friday and Saturday and at 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Little Caesars at 1820 E Auburn Rd is open until 11 p.m. daily. Jet’s Pizza at 2082 W Auburn Rd closes at 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and at 10 p.m. the rest of the week.
Which places offer vegetarian or vegan options?
Towne Square Pizza and Buddy’s Pizza both list vegan and vegetarian offerings. New York Pizza Pie and Jet’s Pizza at 2082 W Auburn Rd list vegetarian offerings.
Where can families dine in or pick up pizza in Rochester & Rochester Hills, MI?
Towne Square Pizza provides table service, high chairs, changing tables, takeout and curbside pickup. Georgios Pizza & Pasta also has those amenities, plus a children’s menu and outdoor seating. For carry-out rather than a sit-down meal, Little Caesars at 1820 E Auburn Rd offers takeout and delivery but no dine-in service.
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