5 Best Pizza Restaurants in Downtown, Columbia MO
Updated 11 October 2026 · 10 restaurants in Downtown, Columbia MO considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers pizza restaurants in Downtown Columbia MO, using Google's pizza restaurant category and ranking them by weighted rating. 10 qualifying businesses were considered before the top five were chosen. It is meant for anyone deciding where to order or sit down for a pizza in the center of town. Each entry includes the Google rating and review count, the hours, the address and the features listed on the profile, along with a short summary of what reviewers mention. The order follows the ranking and does not reflect a personal visit.
#1
Pizza Tree
★ 4.7 (913 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant
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Pizza Tree at 909 Cherry St is rated 4.7 from 913 Google reviews and serves New York style pizza with flavors that change often. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking and entrance, and the hours run Tuesday through Sunday with Mondays closed. Reviewers mention a classic margherita, a mac and cheese pizza, large slices with a good crust and prompt delivery. Some say the seating is limited, with only a few small tables inside.
Best for: Rotating New York style pies
- Address
- 909 Cherry St, Columbia, MO 65201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–11 pm; Sun 11 am–10 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
#2
Shakespeare's Pizza - Downtown
★ 4.6 (2,831 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant$10–20 per person
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Shakespeare's Pizza - Downtown is at 225 S 9th St, with a $10 to $20 price range and a 4.6 rating from 2,831 Google reviews. Google lists outdoor seating, delivery, takeaway, dine-in, a beer and cocktail selection and late-night food. Hours run from 11 am to 1 am on Fridays and Saturdays. Reviewers describe it as a long-running college hangout and say the garlic bread and pizza have held up over the years.
Best for: Late-night pizza and beer
- Address
- 225 S 9th St, Columbia, MO 65201, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–1 am; Mon 11 am–12 am; Sat 11 am–1 am; Sun 11 am–12 am; Thu 11 am–12 am; Tue 11 am–12 am; Wed 11 am–12 am
#3
Shakespeare's Pizza - South
★ 4.6 (1,484 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant$10–20 per person
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Shakespeare's Pizza - South is at 3911 Peachtree Dr, rated 4.6 from 1,484 Google reviews, with a $10 to $20 price range. The profile lists outdoor seating, delivery, dine-in, takeaway, happy-hour drinks and a private dining room, and it is open daily until about 10 or 11 pm. Reviewers mention a thin crust, garlic cheese bread, a salad and the choice of Coke or Pepsi products. One reviewer found the pizza greasier than expected.
Best for: Group dinners and private events
- Address
- 3911 Peachtree Dr, Columbia, MO 65203, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–11 pm; Mon 11 am–10 pm; Sat 11 am–11 pm; Sun 11 am–10 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
#4
G & D Pizzaria
★ 4.5 (1,463 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant
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G & D Pizzaria is at 2101 W Broadway, rated 4.5 from 1,463 Google reviews. It is open Monday through Saturday, with Sundays closed, and Google lists wheelchair access to the entrance, seating and restroom. Reviewers describe a calm dining room, a salad bar that is kept stocked, and a sausage and pepperoni pizza with a crispy crust that is not too thick. One reviewer calls it a Columbia staple where the staff are kind and welcoming.
Best for: Pizza with a salad bar
- Address
- 2101 W Broadway, Columbia, MO 65203, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–8:30 pm; Mon 11 am–8:30 pm; Sat 11 am–8:30 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–8:30 pm; Tue 11 am–8:30 pm; Wed 11 am–8:30 pm
#5
Shakespeare's Pizza - West
★ 4.5 (1,328 Google reviews)Pizza restaurant$10–20 per person
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Shakespeare's Pizza - West is at 3304 W Broadway Business Park Ct, rated 4.5 from 1,328 Google reviews, with a $10 to $20 price range. Google lists outdoor seating, delivery, takeaway, dine-in, a beer selection, sports and a private dining room. Hours run until 10 pm on Fridays and Saturdays and until 9 pm on other days. Reviewers say the place is still good after many years, though one reported an overcooked bottom and another mentioned a slow wait at the counter.
Best for: Casual pizza with a sports crowd
- Address
- 3304 W Broadway Business Park Ct, Columbia, MO 65203, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun 11 am–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 10 restaurants in Downtown, Columbia MO with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google category “Pizza restaurant”, ranked by weighted rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Pizza Tree ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.7 from 913 reviews. Shakespeare's Pizza - Downtown is second at 4.6 from 2,831 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Columbia MO are open late?
Shakespeare's Pizza - Downtown stays open until 1 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Shakespeare's Pizza - Downtown $10–20; Shakespeare's Pizza - South $10–20; Shakespeare's Pizza - West $10–20. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Shakespeare's Pizza - Downtown, Shakespeare's Pizza - South and Shakespeare's Pizza - West.
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