If you’re looking for that New York style pizza but your gazing out at the Pacific Ocean instead of the Atlantic, don’t worry!  With a family recipe straight from Sicily passed to New York, and then landing in LA, Joe’s pizza is the go to joint for authentic New York style pies.  Located on Hollywood Boulevard, Joe’s has attracted the night crowds as well as celebrities such as Danny Trejo, Heidi Klum, Jimmy Kimmel and Jay Leno who just can’t rest those thing crusted, tangy marinated slices.

LA is not known for its pizza, so most pizzerias on the West Coast take notes from the East Coast.  Mulberry Street Pizzeria is no different; here they specialize in the New York thin crust pizza.  Los Angeles natives flock to this Cali haunt in droves, ordering favorites such as the Hawaiian pizza and the barbeque chicken pizza.  Proving the old saying right, if it aint broke, don’t fix it.

When you have super chefs Nancy Silverton, Mario Batali and Joseph Bastianich collaborating on a pizza spot, your bound to get something that’s in a whole different ball park in taste, quality and environment than your average corner pizzeria.  The trendy, Pizzeria Mozza offers gourmet pies along with a varied menu of 50 wines.  Open seven days a week from noon to midnight, Pizzeria Mozza is ideal for the night cats as well as families looking for a relaxing meal.

Family owned since 1978, Tony’s Little Italy offers some of the best Chicago deep-dish pizza you can get in LA.  Specializing in Chicago style, the deep-dish pies ooze melting cheese and meaty toppings like pepperonis, chicken and sausage.  If deep-dish isn’t your style, Tony’s offers thin crust as well as other dishes such as Lasagna, Eggplant a la Parmigiana and a variety of sandwiches.

Tomato Pie bakes East Coast pizzas with a touch of gourmet.  The inviting atmosphere and bumping music will make the pizza joint a fun place to hang out at instead of rushing in and out for a slice.  Chic outdoor furnishings and a welcoming staff only add on to the cool vibe Tomato Pie emits.  But don’t be fooled at the core of Tomato Pie is fresh quality meals, along with pizza, the menu features tasty calzones and homemade spinach and artichoke dip.