Midwestern Za! The Best Pizza Shops in Cedar Rapids

Whether you're new or a lifelong Cedar Rapids resident, some of the best pizza in the Midwest is right at your fingertips. Within a short radius you can find classic pizza styles developed in New York, Chicago, and Detroit. Many of them are made by independent pizzerias that also give back to the Cedar Rapids community. These lesser-known pizzerias range from establishments that have stood the test of time for decades to the newest innovations trending currently with crazy flavor combinations. No matter what you're looking for, the best pizza in Cedar Rapids is only a bite away.

Our team here at Overlook 380 Apartments wants to help you find your next slice, which is why we put together this list of our favorite pizza shops in the city.

Need Pizza

207 2nd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA

Need Pizza is a necessity for thin crust lovers wanting a more upscale, sophisticated location in downtown Cedar Rapids. Since 2015, this New Haven-style pizzeria has built a reputable name for itself. What makes Need different than other places is its craft connections. This isn't just a pizza place with beer. There are 30 craft beers on tap in addition to a full bar with spirits and wine making Need Pizza open for lunch, happy hour, dinner, and specialized events. Dining in at Need Pizza can be both casual and professional. This is a place for business meetings, sporting event gatherings, or date nights and family nights alike.

Perfect for: Special occasions, business meetings, craft beer lovers looking for a contemporary atmosphere with quality pizza.

Cappy's Pizzeria

7037 C Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids, IA

Cedar Rapids has many places to get pizza, but Cappy's Pizzeria stands out with a variety of options. Cappy's does New York thin crust and Chicago deep dish, so that no one needs to suffer from any pizza style. Cappy's also caters to families and has calzones and fresh salads, and a nice beverage (beer and wine) menu. Cappy's Pizzeria is noted for being one of the very best in Cedar Rapids, which means that despite the overwhelming presence of pizza delivery and takeout in Cedar Rapids, Cappy's continues to thrive with good customer service, reliable quality, and a great dining experience.

Perfect for: Groups with varying tastes, groups with picky eaters, and anyone who wants good food and good service.

Roscoe's Pizza

212 Edgewood Rd NW, Cedar Rapids, IA

Roscoe's Pizza is at the heart of family-owned pizza in Cedar Rapids. Family-owned and operated, they strive to create delicious pizza from the freshest, tastiest ingredients available. Their quality ingredients, mixed with a fondness for family pizza recipes, create the real deal that has customers craving more. With a family-owned business, you know each pizza is made by hand with attention to detail and consistency. The flavors are representative of generations of pizza making to bring a community feel with the quality that makes Cedar Rapids dining so great.

Perfect for: Groups who love traditional family recipes, locals who support local businesses, and anyone in search of authentic, made-from-scratch pizza.

Bop's Pizza

921 Blairs Ferry Rd NE Suite 130, Cedar Rapids, IA

Bop's Pizza is like no other pizza place in Cedar Rapids because it isn't afraid to think outside the pizza box. Located on Blairs Ferry Road, this isn't your typical "pizza joint." This is a restaurant with specialty crab rangoon pizza, Mediterranean pizza, meatball pizza, etc. The Cedar Rapids pizza scene knows what's out there but isn't afraid to take a chance. Bop's Pizza has a loyal following due to its willingness to experiment, which also has a few staples on the menu for those who still crave pepperoni or white pizza for the hundredth time. This is where you can get Cedar Rapids-style pizza with a flair.

Perfect for: Adventurous eaters, pizza lovers with a unique flavor palate.

Zoey's Pizzeria

690 10th St, Marion, IA

Located in Marion but part of the Cedar Rapids area pizza history since 1991 is Zoey's Pizzeria. For over 25 years, they've created deep dish and thin crust, specializing in Chicago-style deep dish and New York-style thin crust. When a restaurant has been in business for that long, you know they mean quality and care for the surrounding Cedar Rapids communities. Reviewers say their deep dish is the "best in the Cedar Rapids area," with some saying it's almost as good as the deep dish pies in Chicago. Situated right on Marion's town square, this small-town charm brings big city appeal, pizza just a hop, skip, and a jump away from Cedar Rapids.

Perfect for: Deep dish lovers, people looking for a cozy neighborhood ambiance, and anyone seeking award-winning pizza in an intimate space.

Find Your New Favorite Pizza Place

Cedar Rapids pizza options reflect the city, giving a true community feel with authentic offerings and diverse approaches that support the hometown vibes. Whether in specialty toppings, signature freezes, or family recipes, something fresh exists at each local joint. They need to do so that pizza can always be an option on game day for lunch or a casual anniversary dinner.

Those who call Cedar Rapids home have such pizza access in their backyards. The Cedar Rapids pizza culture is continually growing from long-time restaurants remaining in business and maintaining quality to new kids on the block offering opportunities for new pizza explorations.

From family recipes to family-owned businesses to innovations, Cedar Rapids pizza runs the gamut of offerings that rival any large city, and is nowhere near as expensive. It doesn't matter if it's craft beer to go with your Need Pizza or a craft deep dish specialty from Zoey's, because Cedar Rapids has something for everyone.

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