Apollonia's Pizzeria

Opened in 2012, Apollonia’s Pizzeria quickly rose from a quiet neighborhood shop to one of Los Angeles’s most celebrated pizza destinations. Tucked along Wilshire Boulevard, the compact, thousand-square-foot space has earned a devoted following for its dual devotion to Detroit-style and New York-style pizza.

Chef-owner Justin De Leon approaches pizza-making with the precision of a craftsman and the soul of a neighborhood cook. His long-fermented doughs, carefully sourced toppings, and signature caramelized cheese crusts have become the stuff of legend, landing Apollonia’s on several Best Pizza in the World lists.

Inside, the vibe is pure Los Angeles: casual, unpretentious, and quietly confident. Locals line up for whole pies and slices, especially De Leon’s fan favorites like his vodka-sauce pizza or the classic pepperoni square. Despite the acclaim, Apollonia’s has kept its focus exactly where it started—on making extraordinary pizza for everyday people.