Quick answer
Buenos Aires has one of the world's great pizza cultures — thick, cheesy, and unapologetically heavy. A slice costs $0.80–$3.50 USD, making it one of the cheapest world-class pizza cities on Earth. Güerrín is the undisputed #1 with 200,000+ Google reviews, but La Mezzetta's fugazzeta and El Cuartito's 90-year legacy are equally essential.
- 💰 Price range
- 800–5,000 ARS per pizza ($0.80–$5 USD)
- 🏆 Top pick
- Güerrín — #17 best pizza in the world (Time Out)
- 🍕 Must-try
- Fugazzeta at La Mezzetta or El Cuartito
Top verdicts
- Güerrín — World-famous muzza, #17 globally, 201K reviews
- La Mezzetta — Best fugazzeta in the city (1.5 kg cheese)
- El Cuartito — 90 years old, best all-around tourist pick
- Banchero — Birthplace of fugazzeta (1932)
- Las Cuartetas — Local favorite, best muzza on Corrientes
About Buenos Aires Pizza
Buenos Aires boasts a unique pizza culture, and this guide highlights 12 of the best pizzerias, ranging from 800–12,000 ARS ($0.80–$12 USD). For the quintessential experience, Güerrín stands out, backed by over 200,000 reviews and offering a taste of classic porteño pizza.
Buenos Aires is one of the world's great pizza cities — a fact that surprises most visitors. Over 1,100 pizzerias serve a style that evolved from Italian immigrant traditions into something entirely unique: thick, bready dough; mountains of mozzarella; barely any sauce; and slices eaten standing at the bar with a slice of fainá (chickpea flatbread) on top. The most iconic pizzerias have been open since the 1930s, with sun-faded Coca-Cola signs, boxing memorabilia, and waiters who haven't smiled since the Falklands War. This guide covers 12 pizzerias — from the Corrientes corridor classics to neighborhood legends worth crossing the city for.
Pizza Map — Buenos Aires
How we picked these
We scoured Reddit threads (r/BuenosAires, r/Pizza, r/argentina), local food blogs (Sol Salute, Pickup the Fork, Time Out Buenos Aires), and cross-referenced with Google Places data. Every pizzeria has real quotes from real people and verified ratings from Google Maps. We prioritized places with consistent Reddit mentions, strong Google ratings, and genuine porteño credibility.
1Güerrín
Traditional Al MoldeQuick comparison
- Best for
- Traditional, Al Molde in Av. Corrientes 1368, Centro
- Strengths
- 4.7★ from 201,377 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 1,500–3,500 ARS (~$1.50–$3.50 USD)
- What to order
- The muzza (mozzarella) is legendary — thick, heavy on cheese, light on sauce, pure porteño tradition. Try fainá (chickpea flatbread) layered on top. The fugazzeta rellena is a must.
- Insider tip
- Eat standing at the bar — faster and cheaper. Go right when they open to avoid block-long lines.
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2La Mezzetta
Traditional Fugazzeta QueenQuick comparison
- Best for
- Traditional, Fugazzeta Queen in Av. Álvarez Thomas 1321, Villa Ortúzar
- Strengths
- 4.6★ from 27,133 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 1,200–3,000 ARS (~$1.20–$3 USD)
- What to order
- The fugazzeta — 1.5 kg of cheese between two dough layers topped with raw onion. The Napolitana with sliced tomatoes and garlic is the runner-up. Don't skip the ricotta cake.
- Insider tip
- No tables — you eat 'de dorapa' (standing at the bar). Arrive early on weekends or prepare to queue.
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3El Cuartito
Traditional 90 YearsQuick comparison
- Best for
- Traditional, 90 Years in Talcahuano 937, Recoleta
- Strengths
- 4.5★ from 39,115 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 1,200–3,000 ARS (~$1.20–$3 USD)
- What to order
- The fugazzeta — thin pan dough, mountains of cuartirolo and mozzarella, ham, another dough layer, onion, and melted parmesan. Order one less slice than you think you need.
- Insider tip
- Closed Mondays! Half a block of waiting every night. Go at opening (12:30 PM weekdays) to skip lines.
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4Banchero
Traditional Birthplace of FugazzetaQuick comparison
- Best for
- Traditional, Birthplace of Fugazzeta in Av. Corrientes 1300, Centro
- Strengths
- 4.2★ from 12,499 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 1,200–3,000 ARS (~$1.20–$3 USD)
- What to order
- The fugazzeta is non-negotiable — this is the place that invented it. Mozzarella between two crusts, topped with raw onion. Try the muzza al molde too.
- Insider tip
- The Banchero family arrived from Genoa in 1893. The fugazza (no cheese, just onion) is the ancestor of the fugazzeta.
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5Las Cuartetas
Traditional Since 1930sQuick comparison
- Best for
- Traditional, Since 1930s in Av. Corrientes 838, Centro
- Strengths
- 4.2★ from 32,698 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 1,200–3,000 ARS (~$1.20–$3 USD)
- What to order
- The mozzarella — overflowing cheese, burnt to perfection at the crust, with more sauce than most Argentine pizzerias dare. Order wine (filled to the brim) and fainá.
- Insider tip
- Named after tango poet Alberto Vacarezza. Many locals prefer it over Güerrín — less touristy, equally historic.
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6El Fortín
Traditional Morrones SpecialistQuick comparison
- Best for
- Traditional, Morrones Specialist in Álvarez Jonte 5299, Villa Devoto
- Strengths
- 4.4★ from 28,574 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 1,200–3,000 ARS (~$1.20–$3 USD)
- What to order
- The jamón y morrones (ham and bell pepper) is THE reason to come. The fugazzeta is also excellent. Worth traveling across the city.
- Insider tip
- Outside the tourist center in Villa Devoto — where porteños go for the real deal. Take the B line or grab a taxi.
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7Kentucky
Traditional InstitutionQuick comparison
- Best for
- Traditional, Institution in Av. Corrientes 961, Centro
- Strengths
- 4.6★ from 43,238 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 1,200–3,000 ARS (~$1.20–$3 USD)
- What to order
- The muzza is solid and consistent. Also famous for medialunas and café con leche. Try the fainá alongside your slice.
- Insider tip
- Chain with locations all over BA, but the Corrientes location is classic. Open from 7 AM — also great for breakfast.
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8Pin Pun
Traditional Almagro ClassicQuick comparison
- Best for
- Traditional, Almagro Classic in Av. Corrientes 3954, Almagro
- Strengths
- 4.3★ from 9,766 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 1,200–3,000 ARS (~$1.20–$3 USD)
- What to order
- The fugazzeta and muzza are both excellent. The empanadas are a hidden gem. Solid fainá too.
- Insider tip
- Further west on Corrientes, fewer tourists, more porteño regulars. Open from 7 AM with breakfast.
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9El Palacio de la Pizza
Traditional Since 1956Quick comparison
- Best for
- Traditional, Since 1956 in Av. Corrientes 751, Centro
- Strengths
- 4.2★ from 10,202 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 1,200–3,000 ARS (~$1.20–$3 USD)
- What to order
- The spinach and bechamel pizza is the sleeper hit. The ricotta pizza is also top-tier. A lighter slice for starting a crawl.
- Insider tip
- Start your Corrientes pizza crawl here at the southern end. Share a slice, then walk north to Las Cuartetas, Banchero, and Güerrín.
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10El Cedrón
Traditional Mataderos LegendQuick comparison
- Best for
- Traditional, Mataderos Legend in Av. Alberdi 6101, Mataderos
- Strengths
- 4.5★ from 28,215 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 1,200–3,000 ARS (~$1.20–$3 USD)
- What to order
- The mozzarella with chimichurri-like seasoning is unique. Try the spinach and white sauce pizza too.
- Insider tip
- Way out in Mataderos. On Sundays, combine with the Feria de Mataderos (gaucho market).
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11Eléctrica Pizza
Neo-Porteña SourdoughQuick comparison
- Best for
- Neo-Porteña, Sourdough in Julián Álvarez 1295, Palermo
- Strengths
- 4.0★ from 2,425 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 2,500–5,000 ARS (~$2.50–$5 USD)
- What to order
- Fugazzeta with artisan cheeses, onion, oregano, Parmesan edges. The '4 Fantásticos' is a modern four-cheese twist. Try the provolone fainá.
- Insider tip
- Closed Mondays. Set in an old mechanic shop with wood-fired oven. Where BA pizza is heading — modern technique, traditional soul.
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12Pirilo
Traditional San TelmoQuick comparison
- Best for
- Traditional, San Telmo in Defensa 821, San Telmo
- Strengths
- 4.5★ from 2,119 Google reviews
- Price / value
- 800–2,000 ARS (~$0.80–$2 USD)
- What to order
- 'La de Cancha' is the house classic — cold pizza with chili flakes, tomatoes, and oregano. The muzza is also solid.
- Insider tip
- Closed Mondays. On Defensa in San Telmo — combine with the Sunday antiques market. Limited weekday hours.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Buenos Aires pizza different from Italian or American pizza?
Buenos Aires pizza is its own beast entirely — heavy on cheese, light on sauce (sometimes no sauce at all), with thick, bready dough baked in pans (pizza al molde) or directly on the oven floor (a la piedra). It evolved from Italian immigrants who arrived in the late 1800s but has become something completely unique. Expect massive amounts of mozzarella, fainá (chickpea flatbread) eaten on top, and slices eaten standing at the bar.
What is fugazzeta and where should I try it?
Fugazzeta is Buenos Aires' most iconic pizza — a cheese-stuffed pizza with mozzarella sandwiched between two layers of dough, topped with raw onion and sometimes parmesan. It evolved from the Genovese focaccia (fugassa). Banchero claims to have invented it, La Mezzetta serves the most famous version (1.5 kg of cheese per pie), and El Cuartito makes an exceptional rendition. You cannot visit Buenos Aires without trying one.
How much does pizza cost in Buenos Aires?
Buenos Aires pizza is incredibly affordable for international visitors. A slice at a traditional pizzeria costs 800–2,000 ARS ($0.80–$2 USD). A whole pie ranges from 3,000–8,000 ARS ($3–$8 USD). Neo-porteña and modern pizzerias charge more (5,000–12,000 ARS) but still represent extraordinary value compared to global cities. Always check the current ARS/USD exchange rate before your trip.
What is fainá and how do I eat it?
Fainá is a savory chickpea pancake that's baked alongside pizza and served in slices. To eat like a true porteño, lay a slice of fainá directly on top of your pizza slice and eat them together — yes, it's a carb-on-carb situation and it's magnificent. Every traditional pizzeria serves it. It costs about the same as a pizza slice.
What is the best neighborhood for pizza in Buenos Aires?
Avenida Corrientes between 9 de Julio and Callao has the highest concentration of legendary pizzerias — Güerrín, Banchero, Las Cuartetas, El Palacio de la Pizza, and Kentucky are all within walking distance. For a dedicated pizza crawl, start at El Palacio (Corrientes 751) and walk north. Outside the center, La Mezzetta (Villa Ortúzar), El Fortín (Villa Devoto), and El Cedrón (Mataderos) are worth the journey.
Should I eat pizza standing or sitting?
Standing at the bar ('de dorapa' in local slang) is the traditional way and often the faster, cheaper option — you order at the counter, pay, take your receipt to the pizza servers, and eat at the bar. Sitting in the dining room lets you order whole pies with table service. For the most authentic experience, eat standing at least once. At La Mezzetta, standing is your only option.
When is the best time to visit Buenos Aires pizzerias?
Go right when they open (usually 11 AM–12:30 PM) or early evening to avoid crowds. The most popular spots — Güerrín, El Cuartito, La Mezzetta — have significant lines during peak hours (8–10 PM). Late lunch (3–5 PM) is usually quiet. Many are closed on Mondays (El Cuartito, Eléctrica, Pirilo). Weekend nights on Corrientes are electric but expect to wait.
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