The world of gastronomy has its stars, and São Paulo's pizzerias shone brightly in the recent launch of the 2023 50 Top Pizza international ranking.
To the delight of pizza lovers, three pizzerias in Brazil's largest city managed to earn a coveted place among the 100 best in the world, according to this prestigious guide.
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However, the question that many have been asking is: how much does it cost to try these delicacies that are now known globally?
The answers may surprise you, because, despite international fame and recognition, you can enjoy a slice of this gastronomic excellence at affordable prices. Keep reading and stay up to date with the values!
The stars of São Paulo
The three pizzerias in São Paulo that won prominent places in the 50 Top Pizza are QT Pizza Bar, Pizza da Mooca and Leggera Pizza Napoletana.
They had already appeared in the ranking the previous year, but in different positions, which demonstrates their consistency and incessant search for excellence.
(Image: QT Pizza Bar/publicity)
QT Pizza Bar
Ranked as the 51st best pizzeria in the world, QT Pizza Bar offers an affordable and delicious experience.
A Pizza The cheapest on the menu, the classic Marinara, prepared with tomato sauce, basil, garlic and olive oil, costs just R$38.
If you want to indulge in the most extravagant pizza, the Burrata, prepared with tomato sauce, burrata, raw ham and gremolata, even so, it won't completely empty your pocket, as it costs R$ 101.
Mooca's Pizza
Pizza da Mooca ranked 85th globally. The Marinara, which is also the most affordable pizza here, is made with tomato sauce, fresh garlic, oregano and extra virgin olive oil. Prices range from R$42 to R$78, depending on size.
If you want the most luxurious option, the Prosciutto, with tomato sauce, mozzarella, Parma ham and arugula, the price varies between R$62 and R$106, depending on the size and if it is for trip.
Leggera Neapolitan Pizza
This pizzeria, ranked as the 100th best in the world, also offers a unique experience. Your Pizza Rosse Marinara, which has tomato sauce, oregano, basil, garlic and olive oil, costs R$48.
The extravagant Pizza Bianche Affresco Di Pompeii, which includes ricotta cream, pecorino with spices and herbs, raw ham, fresh figs and sweet and sour dates, costs R$72.
Don't miss it! The two units of Leggera Pizza Napoletana, located in Perdizes and Jardins, offer a unique experience with long fermentation dough opened by hand.
The world of Pizza
The 50 Top Pizza ranking is an international competition that has global judges and is maintained by the main online pizzeria guide in Italy.
To qualify, pizzerias must demonstrate quality across all their branches, and all proposed pizza styles are taken into consideration.
In addition to the pizzerias of São Paulo, other cities around the world also stood out. In 2023, I Masanielli, from Caserta, Italy, and 10 Diego Vitagliano Pizzeria, in Naples, shared first place.
Among the five best pizzerias in the world, there was a significant presence of Brazilian representatives, demonstrating the growing influence of the country's gastronomy on the global stage.
No matter the size of your budget, São Paulo's award-winning pizzerias offer a unique opportunity to enjoy some of the best pizza in the world without breaking the bank.
So, if you have R$38, you are ready for an unforgettable gastronomic experience at one of these elite pizzerias. Go ahead and make a reservation, because the world of pizza has never been more accessible.