Best Pizza in Montrose, Houston: 8 Pizzerias by Style

The best pizza in Montrose, Houston covers more ground than most neighborhoods can claim: you can eat a wood-fired Neapolitan pie recognized by Michelin, a two-day slow-fermented neo-Neapolitan slice called “Houston’s best” by the Houston Chronicle, a Chicago deep dish from a spot that has been in business since 1976, and a New York hand-toss made by Italian cousins from Calabria. All within a few blocks of each other.

We define Montrose here as its traditional footprint: Westheimer Road as the main spine, roughly from Bagby Street on the east to Shepherd Drive on the west, between Allen Parkway to the north and US-59 to the south. A few picks sit right at the Shepherd Drive boundary and are noted.

How we chose

Every pizzeria on this list was confirmed open via its own official website or official ordering page as of October 2026. We organized the list by pizza style so you can match the spot to what you’re actually craving. Chain locations are excluded. Hours change often; check the restaurant’s site before you go.

Neapolitan and wood-fired

Rosie Cannonball

1620 Westheimer Rd, Montrose · wood-fired oven · closed Mondays

Rosie Cannonball is the only Montrose pizzeria on the Michelin Bib Gourmand list (2024 and 2025), and the reason people drive in from other parts of town. The kitchen centers around a wood-burning oven and live-fire grill. Pizza here is European in spirit—thin, blistered, slightly charred edges—and the wine list is genuinely well-curated.

What to order: The cacio e pepe pizza (cheese and pepper) or the pepperoni, which typically runs $24–$26 (check the menu). The menu rotates, so speck with chili oil and fennel sausage show up as seasonal options.

The insider tip worth sharing: Rosie runs a reverse happy hour nightly from 9:30 to 10:30 p.m.—half off pizza and wine. That is not widely advertised and it fills up fast. Confirm hours and details on arrival or by phone before planning around it.

Best for: Date nights, wine people, the reverse happy hour. See also our date night in Montrose guide.

Pizaro’s Pizza Napoletana

1000 W Gray St, Montrose · Neapolitan + Detroit + New York styles · closed Mondays

Pizaro’s is the most technically ambitious pizzeria on this list, operating three entirely different pizza programs under one roof. The Napoletana is made with tipo ‘00’ flour, San Marzano tomatoes, and mozzarella made fresh in-house daily, fired in a wood-burning brick oven at 900°F for 90 seconds. The Detroit uses brick cheese and a cheddar-crusted edge. The New York is a 16-inch hand-toss with a crisp exterior and soft interior.

What to order: Pick a style first, then build from there. The Neapolitan is the one to try on a first visit—no pizza oven in Houston cooks hotter.

Best for: Style nerds, groups that can’t agree on one style.

Neo-Neapolitan (slow dough)

Pizzana

2029 W Gray St, River Oaks Shopping Center · neo-Neapolitan · open daily

Pizzana is technically at the River Oaks Shopping Center, steps past Shepherd Drive at the western edge of Montrose, but every Montrose pizza list includes it and no local would argue. Master pizzaiolo Daniele Uditi ferments his dough for two full days before use, which produces a crust that is lighter and more digestible than a standard Neapolitan. The Houston Chronicle called it “Houston’s best slice.” It also holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand.

What to order: The Cacio e Pepe pizza, the Neo Margherita (San Marzano DOP and basil breadcrumb), or the Diavola (salami, fior di latte, shallot, and honey).

Hours: Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri–Sat 11 a.m.–11 p.m.

Best for: The dough itself. Go hungry so you can finish a full pie.

New York-style

Star Pizza

2111 Norfolk St, Montrose/Upper Kirby border · New York-style and Chicago Deep Dish · open daily

Star Pizza has been at this two-story Norfolk Street location since 1976, making it the oldest continuously operating pizzeria on this list. It does both New York hand-toss and Chicago Deep Dish, which is a relatively unusual combination and means it works for groups with divided loyalties.

What to order: The deep dish if it’s your first time—Houston does not have many good versions. The Starburst (a meat lovers pizza) is the house standout on the New York side.

Hours: Sun 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Mon–Wed 11 a.m.–9 p.m., Thu–Sat 11 a.m.–10 p.m.

Note: Norfolk and Shepherd puts this right at the Montrose/Upper Kirby line; both neighborhoods claim it.

Romano’s Pizza

1528 W Gray St, River Oaks Plaza · New York-style · open daily

Romano’s was opened in 1998 by cousins Frank and Vinny, who were born in Calabria, Italy, came to the US in the early 1970s, and spent 15 years working in New York City pizzerias before settling in Houston. The result is one of the most genuinely New York–style pies in the city—hand-tossed, properly thin, with homemade sauce. Served whole or by the slice.

What to order: A whole New York pie or a few slices with a stromboli. The marinara sauce is made in-house.

Hours: Sun 11 a.m.–8:30 p.m., Mon–Thu 10 a.m.–9:30 p.m., Fri–Sat 10 a.m.–10:15 p.m.

Note: Located at River Oaks Plaza (W Gray and Shepherd), right at the western Montrose boundary.

Ducky’s Pizza & Tavern

1927 Fairview St, Montrose · New York-style tavern pizza · open daily

Ducky’s opened in late 2025 in the former Riel space, with a deck-style pizza oven installed at the bar. The vibe is neighborhood tavern: wood paneling, beer on tap, and a menu that leans on comfort—New York-style pies alongside carbonara and spaghetti and meatballs.

What to order: The Ultimate Pepperoni, or the Duck Egg Carbonara if you want pasta instead.

Hours: Sun–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri–Sat 11 a.m.–12 a.m.

Best for: A casual weeknight dinner, especially if you want beer with your pie. Check our Montrose restaurant guide for what else is open nearby.

Pink’s Pizza

710 W Gray St, Midtown/Montrose boundary · specialty pizza · open daily

Pink’s sits at the eastern edge of the Montrose/Midtown line on W Gray. The menu goes wide with specialty pies rather than focusing on a single regional style: the Deuce (goat cheese, spinach, portobello mushroom, pesto) and the Big Boss (three meats plus Canadian bacon) are representative. Available in 12-inch and 16-inch sizes.

What to order: The Deuce for vegetarians; the Big Boss for meat lovers. Half-and-half is available if the table is divided.

Hours: Typically 11 a.m.–10 p.m. daily; check the official site before you go.

Late-night slices

Pepperoni’s Pizza

2710B Montrose Blvd, Montrose · New York-style · open until 3 a.m. on weekends

Pepperoni’s has been on Montrose Boulevard since 1990, founded by Ray Salti and his family. It is the only pizzeria on this list where you can get a slice at 2:30 in the morning on a Saturday. After 10 p.m. the kitchen shifts to slices only. The pizza is New York-style and consistently made; the location is what earns its place on this list.

What to order: Whatever the hot slice is. The vegan cheese option is available if that matters.

Hours: Mon–Wed 10 a.m.–12 a.m., Thu 10 a.m.–1 a.m., Fri–Sat 10 a.m.–3 a.m., Sun 10 a.m.–1 a.m. Slices only after 10 p.m.

Best for: Post-bar, late-night, or any time you need pizza at 2 a.m.

Save this: quick guide by craving

• Best Michelin-recognized pie: Rosie Cannonball (wood-fired) or Pizzana (slow dough)
• Best deal in the neighborhood: Rosie Cannonball’s reverse happy hour, 9:30–10:30 p.m., half-off pizza and wine
• Three styles in one place: Pizaro’s (Neapolitan, Detroit, New York)
• Oldest spot: Star Pizza, since 1976
• Best New York slice: Romano’s (made by actual New York-trained Italian immigrants)
• Late night: Pepperoni’s, open until 3 a.m. Fri–Sat
• Ducky’s Pizza & Tavern (Fairview St, opened 2025): tavern-style New York pies in the former Riel space
• At the eastern boundary: Pink’s (Midtown/Montrose border, W Gray)

More eating and drinking in Montrose

For the full neighborhood picture, our Montrose restaurant guide covers every cuisine. For drinks after pizza, the best cocktail bars in Houston has Montrose well covered, and the date night in Montrose guide pairs dinner with the night’s next move. Brunch the morning after: brunch in Montrose.

Last verified: October 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best pizza in Montrose, Houston?

Rosie Cannonball (1620 Westheimer) and Pizzana (2029 W Gray) both hold Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition. Rosie uses a wood-burning oven; Pizzana ferments its dough for two days. Both are widely considered the neighborhood’s top options.

Where can I get pizza late at night in Montrose?

Pepperoni’s Pizza at 2710B Montrose Blvd is open until 3 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and until 1 a.m. on Thursdays and Sundays. After 10 p.m. it serves slices only.

Does Rosie Cannonball in Montrose have happy hour?

Yes. Rosie Cannonball runs a reverse happy hour nightly from 9:30 to 10:30 p.m., with half-off pizza and wine. It is the same menu as regular service.

Where can I get Detroit-style pizza in Montrose?

Pizaro’s Pizza Napoletana at 1000 W Gray St offers Detroit-style pizza alongside its Neapolitan and New York options. Detroit-style at Pizaro’s is a thick, bread-like pan pizza with a cheddar-crusted edge.

What pizza place in Montrose has been open the longest?

Star Pizza at 2111 Norfolk St has been in business since 1976, making it the longest-running pizzeria on the Montrose corridor. It serves New York-style and Chicago Deep Dish.

Is Pizzana in Montrose or River Oaks?

Pizzana is at 2029 W Gray St in the River Oaks Shopping Center, right at the corner of Shepherd Drive—technically just past the Montrose western boundary. It is included in most Montrose pizza guides and is walkable from central Montrose.