Aiello's Pizza in Shadyside finally got checked off my list after a friend who regularly goes to their Allison Park location recommended it - and after going in I can see why he considers it one of his favorite pizza spots around Pittsburgh. The location on Murray Avenue has this storefront that is beautifully lit at night. Walking in, the first thing you notice is the incredible smell of the pizza. There was also plenty of seating with lots of clean tables, a large TV, surround sound music, and an impressive selection of bottled beverages, including a few nonalcoholic options along with an impressively larger selection of alcoholic drinks. Another big plus for me is that they sell pizza by the slice since I usually only want one slice instead of ordering a whole pie. One thing to know before you go is that they're cash only. They do have an ATM inside, but it charges a $3 fee. If you'd rather avoid that, there's also a PNC ATM about a six minute walk away. Since we went the day after Pickles-burgh we had to try the specialty pickle pizza for that day. It was topped with provolone, cheddar, ranch, bacon, dill, and, of course, pickles. As someone who absolutely loves pickles, I actually thought they used a little more pickle than the pizza needed, which is saying something. I ended up taking a few off and eating them separately. That said, the perfectly crispy bacon more than made up for it. The combination of the bacon, cheese, ranch, and pickle flavor was still fantastic. I really hope they continue offering pizzas with that perfectly crispy bacon because they absolutely nailed it. Another thing Aiello's really gets right is the texture of the pizza. When they reheat the slices, the cheese becomes beautifully crisp around the edges, and the crust strikes a great balance. It has just the right amount of oil, not greasy but not dry either, with a slight chew, a little sponginess from the yeast dough, and an overall texture that I really enjoyed. The ranch deserves its own mention. It definitely didn't taste like bottled ranch, which I'm usually not a fan of. It tasted homemade and paired really well with the pizza. I also had a taste of the traditional cheese, the white pizza, and the double stuffed meat slice. My favorite was easily the double stuffed meat because it was loaded with flavor and appeared the most filling. My second favorite was the pickle pizza because the crispy bacon and cheese paired so well with the pickle flavor. The white pizza came in third with its nice garlic flavor, while the traditional cheese was solid but didn't stand out quite as much as the specialty slices. Overall, Aiello's definitely lived up to the recommendation of my friend. If you're in the mood for specialty pizzas with a great crust and enjoy being able to grab a slice instead of committing to a whole pie, this is absolutely a place worth stopping by. read more

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Let me say this is a really good pizza, depending on what you get. I would give the crispness of the crust a 4/5 stars; especially on the stuffed meat pizza. The pizza had a really nice crunch and cris. The crust was, also, seasoned for one or more of my slices; that was really good. I was not a fan of their white pizza; maybe it was the cheese but it had a "dank" flavor (2/5). Their Margherita was good, but not great (3/5). Their stuffed meat pizza was delicious...it was the favorite of all the slices we got (4/5). The pizza came out really hot and they were fast (5/5). They have been on my list for a while and we finally got to try them. I would still put Mineos ahead read more

Have finally tried the competition of Mineo's. Nothing much different in their pizza. Just average pizza-by-the-slice. Walk in, place your order up front. Then find your seat of choice. * CASH only! Come prepared. * Margherita: white sauce, tomato slices, and very few basil pieces. Double Decker (Stuffed Meat): spicy sausage, pepperoni... White pizza: tastes like Little Caesar's crazy bread. Not what I was expecting from a top three pizza place in PGH. We liked the crispiness of the crust and that some pizzas come with a flavored crust (double decker). It's served piping hot. Quick service. Tables in the front part and booths on the back part next to the bar. Attached: three photos read more

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Every time I come here, I'm amazed how good the pizza is. The oven-baked Italian sub is also fabulous and HUGE. The bread is Mancini's and it's baked so the meat and cheese melt together before the lettuce, tomato, and onion is added. I could eat an Italian hoagie from Aiello's every day for a long time before wanting much else ... read more

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Excellent pizza. The space has been nicely renovated, but it still has the feel of the original shop. All the staff have a particular "we're just making pizza" vibe. You can certainly eat in, but my preference is takeout. The restaurant excels at either. The only detail to note is that this is a cash-only operation, so be prepared. In terms of the actual food, the star of the show is clearly the pizza. I prefer the traditional pizza (i.e., with red sauce). No matter which pizza you order, this is a place that provides a pizza with an excellent crust. Large crumb. Good chew. It's probably the best crust in town. We ordered a series of vegetable toppings, and the result was great. Picking and choosing toppings seems like the best bet for a vegetarian experience. The Aiello's Salad was fine: about what you would expect for a pizza shop salad. The veggie hoagie was nicely flavored, with a good balance of flavor and acidity (from the dressing). The stuffed veggie slice was what it was. We tried it on a whim, and it came out exactly as described: two slices of veggie pizza stuck together. Fine, but not necessary if you're ordering pizza anyway. All told, this is an excellent destination. It's a real Squirrel Hill institution for a reason, and it continues to be worth checking out. read more

Aiello's Pizza - Stuffed Veggie Slice. - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Visiting CMU for parents weekend. Referred here by Students. This is excellent hand tossed Pizza. New York style crust. Delicious cheese and sauce. Comparable to Modern Pizza in CT. A solid Five rating. read more

Always have loved Aiello's pizza. The white pizza is a new favorite of mine. Service is really quick and slices are really cheap. Nice atmosphere too! read more

5/31/25 Ate List: Traditional Slice - 8.2 White Pizza Slice - 8.6 So there's a local pizza "rivalry" in Squirrel Hill and you are either team Mineos or Aiellos. After trying these slices, it feels like a rumor started by Mineos to try to be kept in the conversation. They are a cafeteria slice by comparison here. Traditional slice was solid. Thin, delicious, crispy. White pizza was electric. Garlic-y and oily but not overbearing. This is how its done. This is the clear winner. Go here. read more

Aiello's Pizza - White Pizza Slice - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Cool set up of a beer shop attached to a pizza place. Decent price and p decent pizza. Good thin crust. Good space. Cash only. read more

Aiello's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

The best pizza in the city, no debate. I get 1/2 sausage 1/2 pepperoni toppings on top well done and it never fails... The staff are all great people who make you feel welcomed. Every time I go in I get nostalgia from being a kid, going with my parents. This will always be my go to pizza place.. read more

Service was fast and friendly. Lots of seating available. Pizza was good. They have already prepared options and you can order by the slice. We selected our choices and I believe they placed them in the oven to heat up. We ordered the veggie stuffed pizza and a slice of the cheese. Wish the veggie came with a side of a marinara but just personal preference. They crust is good. The only downside was no parking and cash only. read more

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Love the thin crust pizza, the bottom was cooked to perfection! Bottom was crispy but not burnt. Prices are very reasonable but heads up, it's CASH ONLY. Our food came out quickly and staff was helpful. The restaurant was very clean! read more

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Wow, this spot has been here for generations I gather. The greatest thing about them is that they have evolved while the others have stayed stagnant and dull. They redecorated and added some additions to their menu. I really enjoy the stuffed pizza, which to me is like two slices one on top of each other with the top slice turned upside down. Then it is filled with wonderful ingredients like sauce, cheese, sausage, pepperoni, peppers, etc. They slather the slice with a garlic butter sauce. It ends up being pretty greasy, but the flavor and quality of the slice is still there. The service is fast and friendly, wonderfully done. The food is very affordable which makes it an even better pizza destination. Cheers to Aiello's! Get there soon, read more

Don't go here if you don't have cash, they don't take any type of card. The lady at the front was very rude. I was hoping to try the spot.

Out of all thin crust pizza in Pittsburgh, this is the best. In its fight with Mineo's, Aiello's wins hands down. The sauce is perfect, the crust is perfect, the cheese amount is perfect. I highly recommend getting a large pie and heading over to Schenley for a picnic! read more

Aiello's Pizza - Plain - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Had the absolute best service today and the staff was amazing. The food was spectacular! Highly recommend read more

Aiello's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Had a couple margarita slices that were disappointing. Maybe a fresh pizza would be better. Atmosphere was not a place to take a first date!

An interesting comparison to Mineo's--perhaps a higher level of craft, but not aa distinct Pittsburgh style. I would recommend locals try it to see what they like, but if you're a tourist and want something Burgh-ish, go to Mineo's or Shelly Pie. The pluses of Aiellos: the crust was cooked nicely and crispy on the bottom, the sauce wasn't overwhelming, and the toppings all slid in place without sliding around. The toppings were symmetrical and well-distributed, and the pizza was cooked perfectly. The minus of Aiellos, to me, is that the pizza is much closer to NY-style than to Pgh-style. The crust is thin, the cheese doesn't blanket it, and there's shockingly little grease. To many, this would be a plus. But if I'm visiting and want a taste of home, I want my pizza to be lopsided and swimming in grease, which just isn't the Aiello's way. read more

Stopped in while window shopping in Squirrel Hill. I'd heard good things about the pizza and was pretty pleased with the chewiness of the crust. Staff were friendly too. This restaurant is cash only, so plan in advance. For one slice of pepperoni and one slice of cheese, it was $5.50. Price wasn't terrible, but the size of the slices wasn't large and so it feels a little steep comparatively. read more

I stumbled upon Aiello's Pizza while walking around Squirrel Hill and was able to try their pizza slices. The people were friendly and the space with clean with a person hand making the pizza in the corner. Their pizza slices are customizable and you can add whatever topping you want on each slice, which I really like. I got two slices of the cheese pizza and added pepperoni and onions. The texture of the pizza itself is a perfect mixture of crisp and soft, which I personally like a lot, but the pizza was bland and lacked flavor even with the pepperoni slices. Overall, this place was good for a quick snack with customizable toppings per slice, but I wish it had more flavor. read more

Aiello's Pizza - Pizza slice - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Well I'm glad I decided to give this pizza place a try Located right on Murray Ave parking can sometimes be a hassle over here. First the good They have real grape soda with cane sugar I like grape soda I like a grape soda with my pizza that's just me. I was excited about my slice of regular pizza Well this was a baby slice (why so small) Super thin crust not much of an edge /crust like a good pizza should have. It was crispy Almost tasted like a frozen pizza like from a supermarket very bland Maybe the pizza maker had an off day Cashier had trouble understanding me asking for one slice not 3 OR he knew the slice was small and to equal an average slice I would need 3. read more

Aiello's Pizza - I don't have big hands - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Pretty good pizza! Tried a lot from this place to get a real taste of everything. Will definitely be back to try other menu items Tried an italian hoagie, pierogi pizza, and the stuffed meat pizza slice This place is cash only which was a bummer but oh well. Also I came here after a Delta eight purchase at Smoke Wizard so take this review with a grain of salt! Anyway, the pierogi pizza was unique and something i've wanted to try in Pittsburgh. I've tried pierogi pizza before in my college town. It was good, not as good as i've had but still tasty. The italian hoagie was great. Perfect. Bread was amazing too Stuffed pizza was the bomb!! I would come here again just for a slice or 2 of that. Also love their pizza crust. Place was nice and clean on the inside, and they also have a wide beer selection read more

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Great spot to get pizza in Squirrel Hill. Usually busy, but that's because they make great pies. Prices are decent, generous with toppings, served with a smile. Good pizza is here...some of the best in the 'burgh! read more

Fast food like pizza restaurant with a friendly staff. The fries were good and work well with ranch dressing. The pizza roll was ok but the inner gooey dough was great. The pizza was nice and crispy and extra salty because of the anchovies. Cash only! read more

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This was really really good food, they are a cash only business so be aware but they do let place an over the phone order. The chicken cutlet is a real chicken breast which I appreciated but I wish I ate the food fresh out of the oven the cheese got stiff. read more

Aiello's Pizza - Buffalo chicken hoagie - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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First time coming into Aiellos for a quick bite. Had no clue it was cash only. Staff was super rude to me when I didn't have cash and then when I said I didn't want to pull money out of the ATM with a crazy high transaction fee for a slice they got all defensive and shouted at me as I walked out. THIS PLACE IS NOT WORTH IT. read more

Today was the second time I have been to Aiello's. While the inside of the store is somewhat small, it's very comfortable in there. They have many selections of alcoholic drinks and soda. Despite the size, the inside is very clean, polished, and the workers are really attentive! They work quickly and their pizzas come out consistently delicious, piping hot, and irresistible. The price for a Large cheese pizza came to $23. In my opinion, this price is fair for the quality of ingredients they use. The sauce, the cheese, and the crust create such a unique pizza you cannot find anywhere else. Needless to say, Aiello's will always be a solid pizzeria to come back to. The taste will never get old! read more

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We all know the supposed pizza rivalry in Squirrel Hill (which is now spreading to the North Hills), but what everyone should know is that you can't go wrong either way. Aiello's pies have a nice crust and sweet sauce - with a decent amount of cheese, which I prefer. Price-wise, they are comparable with other similar styles in the region but being cash only continues to be a pain. read more

The only thing I don't like about this place is that it's cash only. Besides that, we have found our Friday night pizza spot. It's perfect for Pittsburgh. I'll note that in many of my reviews since Pittsburgh isn't necessarily a foodie city. The workers there were friendly and helpful. Ordering was easy eventhough I hate calling places (geriatric millenial quirk). A friend told me about this place and I'm so glad they did! read more

The pierogie pizza is so delicious I've ate here a few times and they quite honestly never really have disappointed. Continue to support your local pizza businesses. I will be back each and every time! read more

Aiello's Pizza - Pierogie Pizza is very filling but the best way to end a Pittsburgh trip with the family ! - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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Fantastic place with great food and fast service. Would definitely go there again. Pizza was the best

This cash-only neighborhood pizza joint is your go-to for a satisfying fix of good pie. You can tell that it's super popular, as it's almost always popping on weekend nights or game days. We ordered a classic Margherita and a BBQ pizza, and we were not disappointed at all. The pickup wait time was on point, the ingredient proportions were just right, and the dough was perfectly cooked. While it may not be uniquely special enough for me to rave about to anyone, it's convenient, casual, just properly priced, and most importantly for pizza, it will always be there for anyone in the neighborhood looking to fill the empty stomachs of a large group (or a very hungry individual!). read more

Had a quick slice here the other night. Super affordable, I must say. $2 cheese pizza slice. Not huge like a nyc pizza, slice, but still good pricing. So the reason we stopped by is I was reading into the apparent local rivalry between this place and a very nearby place. So the other one had more of a bar scene going and a lively crowd, so we actually dined-in there first and then had to come here to compete the taste test. So the winner? I mean, I would say both pizzas are about equal. Nice crispy crust, and all. The thing I'll also add is the pizza sauce at both places was quite sweet. Much sweeter than what I'm used to, and so that's what gives me pause. I'm sure it's a regional thing and that's just how they like it in the Burgh, but it was kinda meh for me. read more

I love the food here. The service was good and I really feel welcome here. If your looking for a good bonding spot for friends and family this is the place for you. read more

Absolutely loved the pizza on our last visit, so wanted to stop by again. We got a red pie last time, so we chose to try a pizza with white sauce. We wanted to get a medium Mediterranean, but we're told that the gourmets only come in small or large, so we opted for the large. We also picked up a pepperoni roll and a slice of stuffed pizza. * Mediterranean: vegetarian pizza, with tomatoes, mushrooms, artichoke hearts, ricotta, and more that I'm sure I'm missing. Very mild flavor. Didn't love it, not sure if it was bc of the white sauce or if I wasn't a huge fan of the toppings, but I'll be getting a red pizza again next time. Did taste better cold!!! * Pepperoni roll: they ask if you want a (heavy) drizzle of garlic butter, and we said yes of course. Not bad, could have had more pepperoni inside. Nothing out of this world, won't be getting again. * Stuffed pizza slice: red sauce with pepperoni, sausage, meatballs under the cheese topping. This was great, enjoyed this slice much more than the Mediterranean. Pricier than the other slices, though! Overall, a bit disappointed by our picks from this visit, but the fresh dough of the pizza is so delicious, I'll definitely be back!! read more

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Cash only place. Came in this classic Pittsburgh staple on a Saturday and grabbed a beer while I waited on my pizza. I also really couldn't resist ordering a slice of white pizza while I waited. The slices looked too enticing! This pie is among the best I've had in Pittsburgh or ever. I can see why it is consistently ranked among the best places in this region. This is a fairly busy place as there were many patrons coming and going as we waited on our pizza. I know I will be craving this pizza soon enough. read more

Love it. One of the world's best. try the sausage. newly renovated building had a bar read more

Aiello's Pizza - Yum yum sauce is full of flavor - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I usually order from the other pizza place nextdoor but thought I'd give Aiello's a try this time. I got a custom calzone with chicken, ricotta, mushrooms, broccoli and mozzarella cheese. The crust was delicious, the portion size was great and they nailed the time estimate as well. Now I have a connundrum next time I want pizza in squirrel hill! read more

Aiello's Pizza - Large Calzone! - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

So I grew up in Massachusetts where bar pies rule. Thin, well done, great cheese and toppings. I haven't found it here in Pittsburgh yet but this pie is amazing. Cash only, limited seating but great vibe. You can watch them create your pie and enjoy a conversation with staff about the Steelers. I order thin pepperoni and sausage. Insanely great! Love this place and go as much as I can. Cannot recommend more! read more

An Italian specialty located Squirrel Hill, a neighborhood of Pittbsurgh, PA - this pizza is surely one that stands up to the competition on the street. We really liked this spot because it hit everything you wanted in a delicious, take home pizza. This spot is cash only. * Sweet Sauce * Pizza was Hot when we got home (20 minute drive) * Plenty of Cheese * Plenty of Delicious Meat (Pep & Sausage) LGBTQIA friendly but no visibly flags. Enjoy! read more

Aiello's Pizza - Delicious Pepperoni & Sausage - Pizza Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania