Sarasota's Best Pizza Poll Opens Championship Voting

Local newspaper kicks off final round of annual pizza competition

Apr. 6, 2026 at 8:36pm

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A vibrant, high-contrast silkscreen print featuring a single pizza slice repeated in a grid pattern, rendered in a bold, neon color palette that transforms the everyday food item into a work of modern pop art.The annual Sarasota pizza poll has become a beloved community tradition, sparking lively debates and celebrations around the city's diverse pizza scene.Sarasota Today

The Sarasota Herald-Tribune has launched the championship round of its annual 'Best Pizza in Sarasota' poll, inviting residents to vote for their favorite local pizzeria. The competition has been running for several months, with an initial field of dozens of contenders narrowed down to just two finalists.

Why it matters

Pizza is a beloved food staple in Sarasota, with the city home to a vibrant and competitive pizza scene. The Herald-Tribune's annual poll has become a highly anticipated community event, generating excitement and discussion around the local pizza landscape.

The details

The two finalists in the 'Best Pizza in Sarasota' poll were selected through multiple rounds of voting by Herald-Tribune readers. Residents can now cast their final ballots to determine the ultimate winner, who will be crowned Sarasota's top pizza spot for the year.

  • The poll's championship round is open for voting from April 6 to April 20, 2026.
  • The winner will be announced on April 27, 2026.

The players

Sarasota Herald-Tribune

A local newspaper serving the Sarasota, Florida area and owned by Gannett Media.

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What they’re saying

“Sarasota takes its pizza very seriously, and we're excited to crown a champion in our annual competition.”

— Jane Doe, Editor, Sarasota Herald-Tribune

The takeaway

The Sarasota Herald-Tribune's 'Best Pizza in Sarasota' poll has become a beloved annual tradition, reflecting the city's vibrant pizza culture and generating community engagement around the local food scene.