As of yesterday, Los Angeles is still home to one of America’s absolute best pizzerias. Pizzeria Sei has once again earned the No. 2 ranking on the newly released 50 Top Pizza USA 2026 list — marking the second straight year the beloved L.A. pizza destination has claimed the prestigious second place spot.
While New York’s Una Pizza Napoletana took home the top position for 2026, Pizzeria Sei proved its 2025 success was no fluke. After capturing second place last year, chef-owner William Joo and his incredible team successfully defended their place among America’s pizza elite.
Even more impressively, Pizzeria Sei shared second place this year with San Francisco favorite Tony’s Pizza Napoletana. Which means California now boasts two of the top three pizza destinations in the country.
Why everyone is still talking about Pizzeria Sei
Pizzeria Sei has built a devoted following thanks to its distinctive Tokyo-style Neapolitan approach — combining traditional Italian pizza-making techniques with Japanese precision and creativity.
The restaurant is especially known for its technically refined dough, airy crusts, and signature chewy, mochi-like texture that has become synonymous with Sei’s style. While deeply respectful of classic Italian traditions, the restaurant continues to experiment with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavor combinations that keep pizza fans returning.
The delicious result is one of the country’s most unique pizza experiences. And now, officially, one of its most decorated too.
California continues its pizza dominance
California once again made an enormous showing in this year’s rankings. After Pizzeria Sei’s repeat second-place finish, San Francisco’s Tony’s Pizza Napoletana joined it in a tie for second place nationally.
Meanwhile, Truly Pizza in Dana Point earned fourth place overall, further solidifying California’s reputation as one of America’s premier pizza destinations.
Pizzeria Sei’s winning streak continues
This latest ranking adds another major achievement to an already impressive resume. Over the past several years, Pizzeria Sei has collected recognition from Michelin, national publications, and international rankings. And now back-to-back No. 2 finishes from 50 Top Pizza USA which is one of the world’s most influential pizza guides.
Few restaurants manage to break into America’s pizza elite. Doing it two years in a row is something entirely different.
With another second-place finish now secured, one thing is clear. Pizzeria Sei is building a pizza legacy.
📍 Location: 8781 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035
🍽️ Reservations: Pizzeria Sei (Recommended — especially after this latest ranking announcement!)
