Brandon Pettit spent years developing his thin-but-chewy pizza crust, and the final product has made him a contender for the city's best pies. Neighborhood families and far-flung travelers alike line up before opening time for seasonal pizzas topped with anything from fresh sausage and local clams to blistered padrón peppers and cremini mushrooms. The small wine list is well edited and elegant; desserts are simple but inspired—the homemade chocolate chip cookie with sea salt is delicious.

In a town filled with great pizza, Brandon Pettit’s restaurant feels special. His pies may honor New York by way of Naples, but Delancey’s charm draws firmly from the Northwest, in topping combos that balance tomato brightness with pairings like Zoe’s bacon, cremini mushrooms, and basil. When Delancey opened in 2009, the pizza vaulted it into Seattle institution status, even before you throw in the impeccable seasonal salads, wood-fired odes to seasonal produce, and those bittersweet chocolate chip cookies dusted with gray salt.

Delancey, is celebrated for its exceptional pizza and warm, neighborhood-centric atmosphere. The restaurant specializes in artisanal pizzas made with high-quality, locally-sourced ingredients, and its menu features a variety of creative toppings and combinations that highlight both traditional and innovative flavors. The focus on craftsmanship is evident in every pizza, with attention to detail in both the dough and toppings.

Delancey has managed to stand out in Ballard, where pizzerias seem to pop up monthly. Opened way back in 2009, it's kept the momentum going as a frequent topper of Seattleites' lists — chances are, if you've seen a TikTok or Instagram reel of Emerald City pie, you've seen footage of Delancey. The restaurant features a minimalistic menu of Neapolitan-style pizzas with deliciously fermented dough.

website | neighborhood: Ballard ( get directions) | cuisine: pizza | price point: $$. Delancey is one of my favorite Italian spots in Seattle, which is saying something because I grew up in New Jersey eating the most authentic Italian food this side of the Atlantic. The pizzas are wood-fired, which creates that unmistakable crisp exterior and chewy interior.

Do yourself a favor and plan a visit to the best wood-fired pizza spot in all of Seattle. Delancey only takes reservations for large groups of six or more, otherwise, they are happy to accommodate walk-ins. Make sure to check their website for current hours, but they are usually open for dinner Tuesday – Sunday.

This beautiful and minimal Seattle restaurant also happens to make a pretty tasty pizza. Their smaller menu that focuses on quality over quantity makes it easy to choose the perfect pie. Because we all need artisanal pizza once and a while.

Sit at the counter and watch the team sling wood-fired pizzas while you sip on your glass of Jura ploussard. Definitely order the wood-fired roasted radicchio and definitely finish your night off with the salted chocolate chip cookie.

The pies are piping hot and piled up with the best local produce and sustainably raised meats. The beer and wine are chosen from around the world and are always affordable and the staff is friendly and attentive.

1415 NW 70th St, Seattle, WA 98117Phone: 206-838-1960 Visit Website. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Delancey&Essex&Dino’s&Me (@delanceyseattle)