Last updated October 4, 2026 · ranked from 1,467 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 5 pizza places in and around Birmingham, MI, led by Grano PizzAiolo, Jet's Pizza and Brooklyn Pizza and Bar. Together they have 1,467 Google reviews; Grano PizzAiolo has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.7. Every place on the list is in Birmingham, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Brick-oven pizza and strong customer feedback put Grano PizzAiolo at No. 1 in Birmingham, MI. Its 4.7 Google rating across 215 reviews is backed by specific praise: one reviewer singled out the tomato pie’s firm, non-floppy crust, while another called it the best pizza in the area. Opened in June 2023 on Woodward Avenue, the restaurant centers on carry-out artisanal pizzas, with dine-in and delivery also available. Vegetarian options and free lot parking add practical reasons to visit.
Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts anchors Jet's Pizza at 151 N Eton St in Birmingham, MI. Its No. 2 ranking is supported by a 4.4 Google rating across 259 reviews and customer accounts of efficient service, on-time orders and quick corrections when something goes wrong. One reviewer praises the marinara's real-tomato taste; another describes 20 years of ordering from this location. Takeout and delivery, a low listed price level and free parking make it a practical choice for pizza to eat at home.
Detroit-style pizza
Flavored crusts
Takeout and delivery
“Nice pizza! I liked the marinara, was soft and tasted like real tomatoes.”
Wood-fired NYC-style pies and slices put Brooklyn Pizza and Bar at No. 3, backed by a 4.3-star Google rating across 960 reviews. At 111 Henrietta St in Birmingham, MI, the snug shop offers a quick slice or a full pizza, with an on-site bar and outdoor seating. One reviewer praised the four-cheese pizza’s balanced flavors; another called the pizza excellent but noted a delayed order announcement. Vegetarian and vegan options, takeout, and delivery add practical flexibility.
Wood-fired NYC-style pizza
Pies and slices
On-site bar
“Absolution love this place, the food is amazing and the owners Jimmy and Jimmy jr are in a class of their own. A must try when in Birmingham”
Hot lunch slices with plenty of cheese are one reason Slice Pizza Kitchen takes No. 4 in Birmingham, MI. A diner praised those slices alongside friendly service and outdoor seating, while another singled out the 53rd pizza. At 117 Willits St, the casual restaurant pairs pizza, subs, and salads with a full bar and sports viewing. Takeout, delivery, and a 10 p.m. closing time every day add practical appeal, whether the plan is a sit-down meal or pizza to bring home.
Lunch slices
Full bar
Outdoor seating
“I didn’t personally eat there, but my son was invited to a bday party there for a friend. The kids had a blast. Both the kids and the adults said the food was great and the service was too. The hosts/parents said it was super easy to coo…”
Scratch-made fermented dough, local ingredients, and specialty pies give Old World Pizzeria its fifth-place spot on this list. The neighborhood pizzeria began in Saginaw before opening on Old Woodward in downtown Birmingham, MI, where locals know it as OWP. At 600 N Old Woodward Ave, it offers both dine-in and takeout, making it an option for a sit-down pizza meal or an order to bring home. Visits are walk-in only; the restaurant does not take reservations.
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 Birmingham 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.
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