Ask anyone who grew up in Chandler about pizza night, and you will probably hear the name of a favorite spot within seconds. Some of those places have been feeding the same families for years, and the kids who once sat in high chairs are now ordering for their own children.
This list covers five Chandler pizza restaurants that welcome families, from old-school thin crust to wood-fired pies downtown. Save it for your next Friday night, birthday dinner, or after-practice pizza run.
1. Floridino’s Pizza & Pasta, Chandler, AZ
Pizza muffins are the calling card here, and they are exactly what they sound like. Baked rounds get stuffed with pizza fixings, and the BBQ Chicken Muffins are a menu standout.
Floridino’s sits at 590 N Alma School Rd, and plenty of Chandler families have been ordering from the same counter for a decade or more. The thin crust is crispy and light, with a solid balance of sauce, cheese, and toppings.
Beyond pizza, the menu covers Italian standards like Fettuccine Aioli, calzones including a Wing Calzone, fried ravioli, and breadsticks. Save room for the Bread Pudding or the Sicilian Sundae.
Parents get practical perks too. There is a kids’ menu, high chairs, changing tables, a roomy dining area, and a free parking lot that usually has space.
Hours run 11 AM to 8 PM most days, with an extra hour on Friday and Saturday. Sunday evenings get busy, so mornings and early afternoons are calmer.
2. Shane’s Pizza on 87, Chandler, AZ
Bored kids are rarely a problem at this North Chandler Mall stop. Games and toys keep younger diners busy while the grown-ups get a few minutes with their slices.
The pizza is the other half of the draw. Slices are huge, with a thin, crispy crust, and the pepperoni comes on a garlicky buttered crust with a rolled edge.
Shane’s Pizza on 87 sits at 1368 N Arizona Ave #101, right along Arizona Avenue, also known as State Route 87. That explains the name.
Wings, boneless wings, fresh-cut fries, and a salad bar round things out. Service is counter-style and fast.
Late hours make it handy after games or practices, with doors open until 10 PM most nights and 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. Saturday afternoon is the busiest stretch.
3. Barro’s Pizza, Chandler, AZ
For a lot of Valley kids, a team pizza party meant Barro’s. The regional chain is an Arizona name, and the Chandler location at 2041 N Arizona Ave carries that tradition.
Pies come in thick and thin crust, with a crispy, locally made style. Wings, sandwiches, garlic bread, and Caesar salad fill out the menu.
The dining room is spacious and simple, which helps when a birthday group shows up. It is listed as good for kids’ birthdays, with a kids’ menu and high chairs available.
Reservations are not accepted, so plan around the Friday evening rush. Weeknights are usually easier.
Hours start at 10:30 AM daily and run until 10 PM, or 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. Dogs are welcome outside, and free parking is easy to find.
4. Craft 64 Chandler, Chandler, AZ
Downtown Chandler grew up, and so did pizza night. Craft 64 at 68 W Buffalo St brings wood-fired artisan pies to a small, relaxed room just off the downtown core.
The Fico Pizza and the Meatball Hero are popular picks, and the Blanco White Pizza works for anyone skipping red sauce. Starters include Mascarpone Fig Bruschetta, Classic Tomato Bruschetta, and Crafty Wood Fired Wings.
Families are part of the crowd, with a kids’ menu, high chairs, and changing tables. Full vegan and vegetarian menus help mixed-diet tables.
Tables are on the tiny side, so larger groups may want to book ahead. Outdoor seating is available, and dogs are allowed.
Finish with tiramisu. Parking options include a free garage nearby.
5. Crust Simply Italian Chandler, Chandler, AZ
Here is the spot for the pizza night that needs to feel a little special. Crust Simply Italian, at 10 N San Marcos Pl, pairs oven-fired pizzas with a full Italian menu and a patio that gets plenty of attention.
Lobster Ravioli, Chicken Marsala, Chicken Francese, and Meatball Parmesan sit alongside the pies. Portions run generous.
I like the Pizza Kit for families with young cooks, and Nicky’s Burrata is a solid table starter. Kids get their own menu, and high chairs are on hand.
Service is table-style and attentive, making it a good pick for birthdays or grandparent dinners. Reservations are accepted, which helps on busy Friday and Saturday evenings.
Brunch is also offered. Free parking options include a garage, lot, and street spaces.
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