Some pizza is worth a longer drive than the place down the street. Across Washington, from Spokane to Seattle, a handful of neighborhood pizzerias keep pulling people out of their own zip codes for one more slice.
This list covers eight of them, including wood-fired spots, New York-style slice counters, and family-friendly hometown favorites. Each one earns its place for a different reason, so grab your keys and maybe a friend who likes to share.
1. The Flying Goat, Spokane, WA
Spokane street names show up in an unexpected place here: the menu. The Flying Goat names many of its thin-crust pizzas after local streets and neighborhoods, so ordering dinner can feel a little like reading a city map.
The restaurant sits at 3318 W Northwest Blvd in the Audubon-Downriver area. Inside, the look is industrial and casual, and outside there is a patio with a fire pit where dogs are welcome.
The Neapolitan-style pies come with creative flavor combinations. The Kerri Lynn Margherita and the Meenach Meatball are two menu names to know, and the Roskelley Dumplings and Devil’s Toenail Wings round out the starters.
Families get a kids’ menu, high chairs, and a Kids Pepperoni pizza. There is also a craft root beer float for dessert.
Reservations are not accepted, and Friday nights and Saturdays get busy. Parking can take a minute to find, so a weekday lunch is an easier plan.
Hours run 11 AM to 9 PM most days, with 10 PM closings on Friday and Saturday.
2. Salamone’s Pizza, Tacoma, WA
Folding a slice in half is practically required at Salamone’s. This North Tacoma Avenue shop serves New York-style pizza by the slice or as whole pies, and it keeps the setup simple with counter service and seating.
The crust is thin and crisp, and the toppings stay balanced instead of piled on. Oregano gets a real role in the flavor, which pizza purists tend to notice right away.
Menu standouts include the Grandma Slice, the Times Square Pizza, and a White Pizza. Calzones, stromboli, and cheesy garlic breadsticks fill out the rest.
Prices here sit on the friendly end, often around ten dollars or less per person. That makes it an easy lunch stop when you are near the Stadium District.
Salamone’s is open every day from 11 AM to 9 PM. Delivery and takeout are available, and there is free parking nearby.
3. Övn Wood Fired Pizza, Bellingham, WA
A wood-fired oven and a view of the water make a strong pairing. Övn sits on 10th Street in Bellingham’s walkable Fairhaven neighborhood, with a roomy outdoor seating area that faces toward the bay.
The pizzas are Neapolitan-inspired and baked in the wood fire, and the dough has its own distinct flavor. Toppings lean inventive, but a classic pepperoni is on the menu too.
Plant-based diners get real choices here. There is a full vegan menu, including a vegan Lanterna Pizza and a vegan lemon bar, plus gluten-free options.
I would start with the Truffle Cheese Bread and a Kale Caesar before the pizza arrives. Both are easy to share at a group table.
Unlike several spots on this list, Övn accepts reservations, which helps on busy Friday and Saturday evenings. It is open daily from 11:30 AM to 9:30 PM, and parking nearby can be tight.
4. Vics Pizzeria, Olympia, WA
Olympia’s Westside has its own slice tradition, and Vics on Division Street is a big part of it. The shop calls itself a classic pizza parlor with a modern twist.
Thin-crust pizza comes by the slice or as whole pies, and the slice lineup rotates. That means the case may look a little different each visit.
Vegan and vegetarian eaters have plenty to choose from, including a Vegan Calzone and the Vics Calzone. Root beer is on tap alongside the constantly changing drink list.
Families will find a relaxed setup with high chairs and a few toys for kids. Prices usually land between ten and twenty dollars per person.
Parking is usually easy, which is a nice change from busier downtown spots. Vics is open 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Saturday and noon to 7 PM on Sunday.
5. Thirsty Sasquatch & Hungry Sasquatch, Vancouver, WA
Bring an appetite, because the slices here are close to a foot long. Hungry Sasquatch serves big, foldable New York-style pizza in Vancouver’s Uptown Village on Main Street.
The crust is crispy and chewy at the same time, and the sauce is well balanced. For anyone missing an East Coast slice, this is about as close as the area gets.
The Pepperoni is the obvious starting point, and the 22 Pepperoni takes that idea further. Spinach Artichoke and a vegan Spicy Swine give other options.
The space is wood-lined and casual, with a patio and a lively crowd that can get loud on weekends. Dogs are allowed inside and out.
Late hours are a big perk. It is open every day from 11 AM until midnight, so a late-night slice is easy to grab.
Street parking can take some patience.
6. Tony’s Big Cheese Pizza, Yakima, WA
Yakima families looking for a dependable pizza night often end up on West Nob Hill Boulevard. Tony’s Big Cheese Pizza keeps things straightforward with everyday pizzas, pastas, and salads in a compact space.
The crust is the star. It is light and fluffy, which sets it apart from the thin-crust spots elsewhere on this list.
A large pepperoni is a classic order, and the breadsticks make an easy side. Ingredients are fresh, and service tends to move quickly.
You can eat inside, sit outside, take your pizza home, or get it delivered. Parking is usually plentiful.
Late eaters will appreciate the hours. Tony’s opens at 10:30 AM and stays open until 10 PM Monday through Thursday and 11 PM on Friday and Saturday.
It is closed on Sundays, so plan around that.
7. Rocco’s Pizza, Kennewick, WA
Dessert pizza is a fine reason to save room. Rocco’s in Kennewick offers a Cinnamon Pizza with Vanilla Icing, and it makes a sweet finish after the main event.
The regular pies have a golden, crispy crust that lands between thin and hearty. Specialty choices include BBQ Chicken, Meat Eater, Roasted Garlic Chicken, Da Delight, and Rocco’s Specialty Pizza.
There is also a salad bar, which helps when a group wants something lighter on the side. Extra sauce on the side is a menu option too, a small detail sauce fans will appreciate.
Rocco’s sits on West Grandridge Boulevard and serves the wider Tri-Cities area. Parking is usually easy, and the casual setting works well for groups and game days.
The restaurant is open daily from 11 AM to 9 PM. Delivery, takeout, and outdoor seating are all available.
8. Pizzeria La Rocca, Seattle, WA
Seattle has no shortage of serious pizza, yet Pizzeria La Rocca still pulls people up to Greenwood. The Italian spot at 8404 Greenwood Ave N serves artisan thin-crust pizza and pasta.
The crust is crisp with a slight crumble, and the toppings use quality ingredients. The Pizza Prosciutto and Arugula and the Pizza Burratina are two signature picks.
Beyond pizza, the menu includes Meatballs and Fornarina, Spicy Shrimp, Spaghetti Olio, and a vegan tomato soup. Tiramisu closes things out nicely.
The setting is cozy and casual, which makes it a good date night choice. It also welcomes families, with high chairs available.
La Rocca is a dinner spot, open 4 to 10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4 to 9 PM on Sunday. Reservations are accepted, and weekend evenings fill up, so booking ahead is smart.
From Spokane to Seattle, these eight pizzerias prove that great pizza shows up in every corner of Washington. Pick the one closest to your next road trip and see which slice wins you over.
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