When Dean Martin imagined the moon as a pizza making someone fall in love, he might have had one of these pies in mind. It’s no surprise that the fresh dough, silky cheese, smooth sauces, and delightful toppings inspire poems. So come along for a tour of Hill Country pizza places where locals can’t get enough.
Inferno's Wood Fired Oven & Spirits | infernospizzeria.com/boerne
Since 2019, Inferno’s has been pushing the boundaries of spice tolerance in Boerne. The expansion from the original Greune location brought the artisan-style pizzas, salads, and signature appetizers everyone loves. And if you’re up for a challenge, try your pie with their Trinidad Scorpion Pepper sauce or sausage. It packs a punch!
Casa Amaya Pupuseria & Taqueria | casaamayapupuseria.com
Wait… what’s a Salvadoran restaurant doing on a pizza list? Once you try one of their Latin-inspired pies, you’ll understand. They make their dough with expert-level Caputo “00” flour for an incredible crust and then invite you to surprise your tastebuds with toppings like picadillo beef or carnitas with green salsa.
Imperfect Pies | imperfectpies.com
The crew prides itself on making “mouthwatering pizzas that are both delicious and occasionally visually appealing.” With options like Three Pepper and Spanish Charcuterie, though, we’re less concerned with the looks and more concerned with how quickly we can get one into our mouths.
La Calabria Pizzeria & Catering | lacalabriapizzeria.com
Tuscany meets Hill Country at this picturesque spot near Comfort. Owner and founder Keith McKay was inspired by Italian culture and cuisine during his time as a professional tennis player. Now, he and his team offer delicious, handmade, and wholesome from high-quality ingredients, including cold-fermenting the dough for 72 hours before it’s ready to become the pizza of your dreams.
Darkside Brick Oven Pizza Co. | darksidebrickovenpizza.com
This pizza is so good it would make Darth Vader smile. Michael and Denice Hawes started the place as an homage to being a kid in the 1970s and ‘80s. Movie and pop culture pieces are everywhere, along with delicious pizzas and other favorites. This place is truly a “slice from the past.”
Tre Pizzeria | jasondady.com/trepizzeriaboerne
San Antonio restaurateur Jason Dady brings his Tuscan-inspired offerings to Boerne as one of the newest additions to the downtown dining scene. The cast-iron flatbread pizzas feature familiar and elevated toppings—like the “Goat Cheese & Balsamic Onion” and the “Extra Fancy” with roasted peppers, onions, olives, and Italian meats.
Fralo's | fralos.com
Fralo’s has been winning over taste buds for more than 20 years. The Leon Springs establishment has lots of outdoor dining options to go with cozy indoor spots where you can watch the pies being created. You can frequently find live music here too, as owners Frank and Lori Hakspiel believe good pizza is best enjoyed with family and friends.