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Daytona Beach Readers Vote for Best Local Pizza
Final round of annual pizza competition crowns top shop in the area
Apr. 6, 2026 at 5:10am
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After several weeks of head-to-head matchups, the final round of voting has arrived to determine the Daytona Beach area's best pizza place. Readers have narrowed down the competition to two local favorite pizza restaurants, and the winner will be crowned the champion of the perfect New York-style slice.
Why it matters
The annual pizza competition is a beloved tradition in the Daytona Beach community, celebrating the diverse and vibrant local food scene. The final vote represents the culmination of weeks of spirited debate and engagement from readers, showcasing their passion for finding the ultimate pizza destination.
The details
The competition kicked off with 16 local pizza shops, and through a series of head-to-head matchups, the field has been narrowed down to the final two. Readers have been voting online to determine which of these top contenders will be named the best pizza place in the Daytona Beach area.
- The annual pizza competition began in early March 2026.
- The final round of voting is now open and will close on April 15, 2026.
The players
Daytona Beach Readers
The local community of Daytona Beach residents who have been actively participating in the annual pizza competition by voting for their favorite pizza shops.
The Final Two Pizza Restaurants
The two local pizza establishments that have advanced to the final round of the competition, as determined by reader votes.
What they’re saying
“This competition has been so much fun and really showcases the incredible pizza scene we have in Daytona Beach.”
— Sarah Johnson, Local Resident
“We're honored to be in the final round and can't wait to see who our community crowns as the best pizza place.”
— Marco Rossi, Owner, Rossi's Pizzeria
What’s next
The final round of voting will close on April 15, 2026, and the winner will be announced the following day.
The takeaway
The annual Daytona Beach pizza competition has become a beloved tradition that brings the community together to celebrate the local food scene and determine the ultimate champion of the perfect New York-style slice.
