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Slice of Heaven: Covington Buchanan's Best Pizza 2024

There's a lot of competition for best pizza in our area, but here are the Top 5 community favorites!

By Hayden Catlett February 9, 2024

Happy National Pizza Day!!

Oh, pizza. How we adore you! Whether it's a busy weeknight or a lazy weekend, pizza always comes to the rescue. Plus, who can resist that heavenly combination of melted cheese, savory toppings, and a perfectly crispy crust? We certainly can't!

🍕 Pass me another slice, please.

We are incredibly fortunate to have several fantastic locally-owned pizza joints in Alleghany, Bath, Bedford, Botetourt, Craig, and Rockbridge Counties, ready to satisfy our every pizza craving. Join us on a mouth-watering journey through the community's choices for the Top 5 Pizza Places nearby!

There was a TIE for 1st place and a TIE for last place!!! The community voted and we heard it loud and clear that Bella Pizza & Bibo's Pizzeria are THE #1 spots for pizza in our area.


#1 Best Pizza Places in the Covington Buchanan area:

Bella Pizza Pasta & Subs

📍 Address: 1625 Main St, Clifton Forge, VA 24422

📞 Phone: 540-862-4548 

  Website: www.bellapizzacliftonforge.com

If you talk to anyone who lives in Clifton Forge, they will tell you that Bella Pizza has the best pizza in town with an amazing atmosphere and excellent service! Locals love their hand-tossed pizza with fresh-cut cheese and homemade sauce. The best part? You can watch them make your pizza! How cool is that? Next time you're near Clifton Forge, be sure to visit Bella's and tell them that Macaroni KID sent you!

Bibo's Pizzeria

📍 Address: 137 Salem Ave, New Castle, VA 24127

📞 Phone: 540-864-5000

  Website: Facebook

I have not been here yet but I cannot wait to try the pizza that everyone loves! From what I can tell, they have flavor combinations for everyone, including Spinach & Artichoke, Gyro, Steak Alfredo, Bacon Mac Cheese, and Cheez Whiz Pizzas. Every single slice looks delicious, and I'm sure it smells delicious too! Stop in next time you are near New Castle and let them know that Macaroni KID recommended them!


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2nd Best Pizza Place:

Cucci's Pizzeria

📍 Address: 566 E Madison St, Covington, VA 24426

📞 Phone: 540-962-3964

  Website: Menu

This was my all-time favorite restaurant when I was growing up in Alleghany County. My family went there every Friday evening for supper and it was always the highlight of my week. Even after living out of the area for 8 years, it never stopped being my favorite Italian restaurant! I love them for their turnovers and sandwiches, but the pizza is great too. Their homemade pizza sauce is so good they sell it by the quart! Cucci's is also a local favorite because of how much they do for the community and for supporting other local businesses!

3rd Best Pizza Place:

Frank's Pizza in Botetourt

📍 Address: 41 Summers Way, Roanoke, VA 24019

📞 Phone: 540-992-6066

  Website: Menu 

This is another place that I have not tried yet but am excited to visit! I've heard a lot of great things about this place like that their White Pizza is superb! They have a yummy-sounding Vegetarian Pizza as well. Don't pass on an opportunity to try Franks next time you are in Botetourt and tell them that Macaroni KID sent you!


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4th Best Pizza Places:

Luca's Pizza

📍 Address: 819 Monroe Ave, Covington, VA 24426

📞 Phone: 540-962-5822

  Website: Order Online

From the family who brings us Cucci's, you can get the same great recipes and flavors at Luca's! Plus, they have FREE DELIVERY! Pro Tip: If you order a sandwich, order an extra loaf of bread so you can make another sandwich with the toppings that fall off the first one!

Michael's New York Style Pizza

📍 Address: 1128 S Highland Ave, Covington, VA 24426

📞 Phone: 540-962-8500

  Website: Online Menu

Michael's has been a local favorite for a long time. They have great New York Style Pizza and fantastic homemade bread. They have a location in Clifton Forge as well which has a delicious salad bar to pair with your pizza! Before you leave, you can find amazing homemade brownies by the register.


Whatever kind of pizza you like, I'm sure these locations will have something for you. On your next visit, be sure to tell them Macaroni KID sent you!


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