Flint, Michigan—a city known for its resilience, industrial heritage, and tight-knit community spirit—has developed a pizza culture that reflects its blue-collar roots and evolving identity.
From family recipes passed down through generations to innovative new spots bringing fresh energy to historic neighborhoods, Flint’s pizza scene combines Midwest comfort with distinctive local character.
Here are the five best pizza places in Flint for 2025, each contributing something special to the city’s culinary landscape.
1. Luigi’s Restaurant
A Flint institution since 1955, Luigi’s has served multiple generations with remarkable consistency and old-school Italian-American charm.
Their signature pizza features a medium-thick crust with a slightly crisp bottom, tangy tomato sauce, and a generous layer of Wisconsin cheese that creates the perfect stretch with each bite.
The “Luigi’s Special” combines pepperoni, mushrooms, green peppers, and their house-made Italian sausage—a recipe unchanged for decades.
2. Redwood Steakhouse & Brewery
While primarily known for steaks and craft beer, Redwood has developed a devoted following for its artisanal wood-fired pizzas that complement their brewery operations.
Using a custom-built brick oven visible from the dining room, Redwood creates thin, crispy crusts with perfectly charred edges and creative topping combinations that reflect Michigan’s seasonal bounty.
3. Latina Restaurant & Pizzeria
Family-owned for three generations, Latina Restaurant represents the heart of Flint’s pizza tradition.
Their distinctive square deep-dish pizza features a buttery, crisp-edged crust that supports layers of toppings, cheese, and their secret-recipe sauce (rumored to include a splash of red wine).
The “Superita” piles on pepperoni, ham, bacon, sausage, and vegetables for a truly indulgent experience, while the “Potato Special” with sliced potatoes, bacon, and sour cream demonstrates creative flair.
4. Totem Books & Café
Reimagining what a pizzeria can be, Totem Books & Café combines an independent bookstore with a thoughtfully curated café serving exceptional thin-crust, Roman-style pizza.
The rectangular pies, cut with scissors into squares, feature a crisp yet tender crust topped with imaginative combinations that reflect literary themes.
The “Hemingway” showcases Spanish flavors with chorizo and piquillo peppers, while the “Austen” pairs English cheddar with apples and caramelized onions.
Each month features a special pizza inspired by the café’s book club selection.
The dough incorporates local Westwind Milling flour, supporting Michigan agriculture and creating distinct flavor.
5. Slice of the ’80s
With its unapologetically retro theme, Slice of the ’80s delivers nostalgia alongside excellent New York-style pizza.
The walls are covered with memorabilia from the decade—movie posters, album covers, vintage arcade games—creating an immersive experience that celebrates Flint’s heyday.
Their thin-crust pies, available whole or by the slice, feature a perfect fold, slightly sweet sauce, and quality mozzarella.
Pizza names continue the theme with options like the “Pac Man” (loaded with colorful vegetable “dots”) and the “Molly Ringwald” (featuring red ingredients like pepperoni, red onion, and roasted red peppers).
The dough is fermented for 24 hours to develop flavor and the ideal texture that balances chew and crispness.
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