The 5 Best Pizza Places in Auckland (2026)
Five Auckland pizza places our editors compared on dough, toppings, value and delivery — from wood-fired Neapolitan to late-night slices.
By Quick answer
- Best overall Auckland CBD Pizza Co.
- Late-night delivery Mozza Mia Newmarket
- New York-style slices Margherita Lane Ponsonby
How this list is ordered: listings marked “Featured” are paid Premium placements; other listings are ordered by plan (Standard, then Basic) and then by our editors’ ranking. “Best overall” is always our editors’ pick. Links to businesses are provided for reference.
Pizza is easy to make and hard to make well. Auckland now has everything from blistered Neapolitan pies to foldable New York slices, and the best ones are not always the best known.
We compared pizza places around Auckland on dough, sauce and toppings, consistency, delivery and value. Tip: a large pizza here typically costs from about NZ$30 to NZ$40; wood-fired pies are best eaten in the restaurant, straight from the oven.
Our picks at a glance
- 1. Mozza Mia Newmarket Featured Late-night delivery
- 2. Auckland CBD Pizza Co. Wood-fired Neapolitan pizza
- 3. Margherita Lane Ponsonby New York-style slices
- 4. The Pizza Yard Takapuna Family meals & groups
- 5. Napoli Contemporanea Neapolitan pizza with gluten-free options
- 6. Pie Theory Mount Eden Creative toppings
Compare side by side
| Pizza Stores | Best for | From | Delivery | Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mozza Mia Newmarket | Late-night delivery | NZ$30 | Yes | Newmarket |
| Auckland CBD Pizza Co. | Wood-fired Neapolitan pizza | NZ$40 | No | Auckland CBD |
| Margherita Lane Ponsonby | New York-style slices | NZ$30 | Yes | Ponsonby |
| The Pizza Yard Takapuna | Family meals & groups | NZ$35 | Yes | Takapuna |
| Napoli Contemporanea | Neapolitan pizza with gluten-free options | — | — | Parnell |
| Pie Theory Mount Eden | Creative toppings | NZ$40 | Yes | Mount Eden |
The list
“Featured” listings are paid placements and appear first. All other positions are chosen by our editors.
1. Mozza Mia Newmarket
The pick for late nights. Pizzas arrive hot, the menu has proper vegan options and the kitchen runs until 2am.
What we like
- Open until 2am
- Order tracking
- Vegan cheese available
Worth knowing
- No dine-in
- Price from
- NZ$30
- Delivery
- Yes
- Vegan options
- Yes
- Large pizza
- From NZ$30
- Dine-in
- No
2. Auckland CBD Pizza Co.
The best pizza on this list. Soft, blistered crusts, excellent tomatoes and a buzzy room — eat it there, straight from the oven.
What we like
- 48-hour fermented dough
- Authentic wood-fired oven
- Great vegan Marinara
Worth knowing
- No delivery
- Queues at weekends
- Price from
- NZ$40
- Delivery
- No
- Vegan options
- Yes
- Large pizza
- From NZ$40
- Dine-in
- Yes
3. Margherita Lane Ponsonby
The best value on the list. Grab a slice or two for lunch, or a whole 18-inch pie for a group that will not break the bank.
What we like
- Slices from NZ$8
- Fast counter service
- Huge 18-inch pies
Worth knowing
- Few vegan options
- Small seating area
- Price from
- NZ$30
- Delivery
- Yes
- Vegan options
- No
- Large pizza
- From NZ$30
- Dine-in
- Yes
4. The Pizza Yard Takapuna
The easiest choice for families and groups. Generous bundles, a relaxed dining room and catering for parties.
What we like
- Family bundles
- Kids’ menu
- Party catering
Worth knowing
- Classic rather than creative toppings
- Price from
- NZ$35
- Delivery
- Yes
- Vegan options
- No
- Large pizza
- From NZ$35
- Dine-in
- Yes
5. Napoli Contemporanea
Our pick if anyone in your group eats gluten-free.
6. Pie Theory Mount Eden
For something different, this is the one. A rotating pizza of the month, local produce and a short natural-wine list.
What we like
- Rotating seasonal menu
- Local produce
Worth knowing
- Pricier than most
- Price from
- NZ$40
- Delivery
- Yes
- Vegan options
- Yes
- Large pizza
- From NZ$40
- Dine-in
- Yes
How we picked these pizza stores
Our editors shortlisted pizza stores in Auckland with consistent customer feedback across Google and social media, then compared their websites, pricing and service terms, and visited or contacted them where possible. We re-check this list regularly and remove businesses that close or change their service.
- Dough, sauce and quality of toppings
- Consistency across visits
- Delivery speed and how well pizzas travel
- Value for money
Best pizza stores in Auckland: what Reddit says
Searching for “best pizza place auckland reddit”? Local Reddit threads on r/auckland are a good way to hear unfiltered opinions from people who live in Auckland — but recommendations are scattered across many posts and are often years old.
How to use Reddit alongside this list:
- Search the subreddit for a business’s name to read recent experiences, good and bad.
- Check the date — prices, staff and opening hours change, so favour threads from the last 12 months.
- Look for specifics (what was paid, how long it took, what was done) rather than one-word recommendations.
- Then compare with the prices, hours and contact details on this page, which our editors keep up to date.
Frequently asked questions
Which pizza places in Auckland deliver?
On this list: Mozza Mia Newmarket, Margherita Lane Ponsonby, The Pizza Yard Takapuna and Pie Theory Mount Eden.
How much is a large pizza in Auckland?
On this list, prices start from NZ$30 at Margherita Lane Ponsonby and go up to NZ$40 at Pie Theory Mount Eden.
What’s the difference between Neapolitan and New York-style pizza?
Neapolitan pizza is small, soft and blistered from a very hot wood-fired oven; New York-style is larger and thinner, sold whole or by the slice and made to be folded.
Which is best for new York-style slices?
Margherita Lane Ponsonby.
