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Pizza might have its roots in Naples, but Asia has quietly become one of the most exciting places in the world to eat a slice. From tiny eight-seat counters in Tokyo to Neapolitan-style pizzerias in Bangkok and Manila, the region’s pizza scene is now drawing serious global attention.
That momentum was on full display this week, when 50 Top Pizza – widely considered the world’s most influential pizza guide – unveiled its 2026 ranking of the 50 Best Pizzerias in the Asia-Pacific region. The announcement took place at the Istituto Italiano di Cultura in Tokyo, bringing together some of the region’s top pizzaiolos and industry insiders.
Taking the top spot this year is RistoPizza by Napoli Sta Ca’ in Tokyo, led by chef Giuseppe “Peppe” Errichiello. Located in the Azabudai Hills complex, the pizzeria blends traditional Neapolitan techniques with playful, contemporary toppings. The restaurant opened in 2023 and has quickly climbed the rankings, after debuting high on the list in previous years.
Second place goes to another Tokyo institution: The Pizza Bar on 38th, an ultra-intimate counter inside the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo led by chef Daniele Cason. With space for just eight diners, it’s often described as the world’s smallest pizzeria.
Third place is shared between Fiata in Hong Kong, run by chef Salvatore Fiata, and gigi’s in Sydney, led by Daniel Semrani.
The list also highlights just how diverse Asia’s pizza landscape has become. Restaurants from Bangkok, Makati, Seoul, Beijing and Singapore all made the top 15 – and those top spots come with a major bonus. The first 15 pizzerias automatically qualify for the global “100 Best Pizzerias in the World” ranking, which will be revealed in Naples on September 15.
Top 10 best pizzerias in Asia-Pacific for 2026:
1. RistoPizza by Napoli Sta Ca’ – Tokyo, Japan
2. The Pizza Bar on 38th – Tokyo, Japan
3. Fiata – Hong Kong
3.gigi’s – Sydney, Australia
4. Spacca Napoli – Seoul, South Korea
5. Crosta – Makati, Philippines
6. Massilia – Bangkok, Thailand
7. SHOP225 – Melbourne, Australia
8. Pizzeria Braceria CESARI!! – Nagoya, Japan
9. a mano – Makati, Philippines
10. Bottega – Beijing, China
Other notable entries across Asia include Margherí in Ho Chi Minh City (#12), ANTO in Singapore (#15), L’OLIVA in Bangkok (#20) and Proof Pizza in Kuala Lumpur (#50).
If the list proves anything, it’s that Asia’s pizza scene is no longer just borrowing from Italy. Instead, it’s evolving into a world-class category of its own. And judging by this year’s results, Tokyo is officially the place to be for pizza lovers right now.
See the full list of the 50 best pizzerias in Asia.
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