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PizzaBenny's Big Time Pizzeria
206 Greenfield St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Neapolitan, New York, or Grandma-style — pick your pizza, then save room for the house-made pasta.
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PizzaBrooklyn Pizza Co.
2 Locations
Thin-crust New York pies and Sicilian squares, plus calzones and strombolis, made with homemade dough and sauce — two Wilmington locations to grab a slice.
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PizzaCousins Coal Fired Pizzeria
914 S Kerr Ave, Wilmington, NC 28403
Coal Fired. Family Inspired. At Cousins, we believe great pizza starts with great roots. That's why we stick to time-honored traditions, high-heat coal ovens, and recipes passed down through generations. It's not just pizza — it's a family legacy served hot and fresh, every time.
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PizzaCugino Forno
1020 Princess St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Neapolitan pizza in the Soda Pop District, San Marzano tomatoes and buffalo mozzarella on the classics.
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PizzaKornerstone Bistro
8262 Market St, Wilmington, NC 28411
Porters Neck brick-oven pizza alongside pasta, seafood, and Mediterranean-leaning plates.
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PizzaMellow Mushroom
3 Locations
Since 1974, Mellow Mushroom has been Wilmington's deliciously unique neighborhood pizza place — hand-crafted stone-baked pizzas, unique local beers, and 70s-inspired trippy vibes born from three college friends' shared passion for the art of pizza baking, originally on Spring Street near Georgia Tech in Atlanta. All five senses, one relaxed joint to unwind in. Happy hour food, great cocktails, and outdoor seating at Wilmington-area locations; none accept reservations.
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PizzaSalita Pizza
615 S. 16th St, Wilmington, NC 28401
Naturally leavened, wood-fired pies from a Cargo District takeout window — organic ingredients, plus soft serve for after.
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PizzaSlice of Life Pizzeria & Pub
4 Locations
Since 1997, Slice of Life has served up the freshest, hottest, greatest tasting pizza in Wilmington, North Carolina. Our pizza is cooked with fresh ingredients on a flavorful crispy crust that our customers have come to know and crave. In the mood for something else? Try some of our other menu items–nachos, homemade soup, quesadillas, and fresh salads. Slice offers a welcoming, casual and fun environment with delicious food, making it a favorite hangout for locals and visitors alike. With four locations in Wilmington, customers can grab carryout or choose to dine in Slice also has TV screens throughout and shows most major sports — a great spot to catch a game over pizza and beer.
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