El Paso combines border culture, Mexican influences, and authentic West Texas character in this distinctive Southwestern city.
These five pizzerias represent El Paso’s best in 2025.
1. House of Pizza
An El Paso institution since 1958, House of Pizza delivers classic Italian-American pies with thin, crispy crust and generous toppings in the heart of downtown.
Their time-tested recipes reflect traditional techniques brought by the original Brooklyn-born founder and maintained through decades.
The vintage dining room with original fixtures and historic El Paso photographs creates authentic connections to the city’s past.
2. Ardovino’s Pizza
This family-owned establishment has served El Paso since 1961 with distinctive crust that balances crispness and chew, topped with generous ingredients and their signature slightly sweet sauce.
The “Ardovino’s Special” combines multiple meats and vegetables on this excellent foundation, while their signature ranch dressing for dipping has achieved legendary status locally.
3. La Madeleine Pizza & Tacos
Uniquely reflecting El Paso’s border identity, La Madeleine successfully combines traditional pizza techniques with Mexican flavors and ingredients.
Their hand-tossed crust supports both conventional toppings and creative combinations like the “Frontera” with chorizo and poblanos and the “Chuco Town” (local nickname for El Paso) featuring carne asada and jalapeños.
Beyond pizza, their authentic street tacos allow diners to enjoy both cuisines at one table.
4. Nona’s Pizza
This neighborhood favorite in the growing eastside delivers excellent New York-style pies with thin, foldable crusts and balanced toppings at family-friendly prices.
Founded by East Coast transplants stationed at Fort Bliss who remained in El Paso after military service, their commitment to authentic technique has earned loyal patronage from both military families and longtime residents.
5. Eloise Café & Bar
Located in a beautifully restored historic building in Kern Place, Eloise brings wood-fired artisan pizza to El Paso’s dining scene with sophisticated execution and local character.
Their naturally leavened dough develops complex flavor through extended fermentation, while thoughtfully selected toppings create balanced combinations.
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