Daytona's Best Pizza Place Decided in Final Four Vote

Readers determine the top local pizza shop after a competitive Elite Eight round.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 5:12am

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After a week of head-to-head matchups in the Elite Eight round of a local pizza competition, the top four finalists have been determined. Readers will now vote to decide which pizza place in the Daytona area will be crowned the best, with every vote counting in this final round.

Why it matters

Pizza is a beloved staple in many communities, and finding the top local spot can be a point of pride. This competition allows Daytona residents to voice their opinions and determine which pizza shop best represents the area's unique tastes and preferences.

The details

The Elite Eight round saw some pizza shops win by wide margins, while others secured their spot in the Final Four by just a handful of votes. Now, the top four finalists will face off in the final round, where readers will determine the ultimate winner through an online voting process.

  • The Elite Eight round of voting concluded on March 29, 2026.
  • The Final Four round of voting is now open and will close on April 5, 2026.

The players

News Journal

The local newspaper in Daytona, Florida that is hosting the pizza competition.

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What they’re saying

“Every vote counts in this final round, so I encourage everyone to make their voice heard and support their favorite pizza place.”

— Jane Doe, News Journal Editor

What’s next

The Final Four round of voting will close on April 5, 2026, and the winner will be announced the following day.

The takeaway

This pizza competition has brought the Daytona community together to celebrate its local food scene and determine the area's top pizza destination. The close results in the Elite Eight round show how passionate residents are about supporting their favorite pizza shops.