Metro Times Ranks Detroit-Style Pizza. Who's #1?

Loui's Pizza

Ranking pizza is obviously subjective.

Steve Neavling of Metro Times takes a swing at the challenge and ranks the Top 25 in Metro Detroit.

Here's the top 5:

1. Loui’s Pizza: 23141 Dequindre Rd., Hazel Park

2. Michigan & Trumbull: 1331 Holden St., Detroit

3. Cloverleaf Pizza: Multiple locations

4. Buddy’s Pizza: Multiple locations (Original one is at 17125 Conant, Detroit)

5. Elephant and Co.: 456 Charlotte St., Detroit | 330 E. Lincoln Ave., Royal Oak

Here's what Neavling had to say about Loui's:

If there’s one Detroit-style pizza spot that stands above the rest, it’s Loui’s. Opened in 1977 by pizza legend Louis Tourtois, who previously worked at Buddy’s and Shield’s, Loui’s has built a reputation for delivering some of the best pizza anywhere. It has everything you want in a Detroit-style pie — tasty sauce, perfectly crispy caramelized edges, and more cheese than just about any other pizza I tried. The tangy and bold sauce is ladled generously on top, adding a perfect balance with each bite. Unlike some heavier Detroit-style pizzas, Loui’s keeps the proportions just right with a crust that’s thick but not overwhelming and striking a perfect balance of crunch and fluff.

Loui’s also serves its pies in a welcoming, no-frills vibe. When you walk in, you’re surrounded by hanging wine bottles, red-checkered tablecloths, and a cozy, homey atmosphere. It’s no surprise that it’s often considered one of the best pizza joints in the region. For me, it’s the clear winner, one that every Detroit pizza fan needs to experience at least once.

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