I ordered the classic pepperoni via Caviar last Thursday. The Caviar delivery was too slow, but the pizza was phenomenal. There's something magic about the texture of crust that I can't quite put my finger on. It's super fresh but perfectly chewy and blackened perfectly (but not excessively) by the oven. I'm excited to try this place out again, but instead of using Caviar, I'll go pick it up myself so it's not sitting in the window for 25 minutes before being picked up. According to the website, this is a "soft open" and this pizza place will have a more permanent setup soon. This is great news as D.C. needs better pizza! read more

Absolutely fantastic! We had the Chicago pie and it was everything I had hoped for. So much cheese and spinach and the meatballs were among the best I've had out. The shredded cheese and pepper flakes were also surprisingly fantastic. read more

The non-transparency saga continues. I stopped en route to D.C. to order a Chicago deep-dish. Tension built as noon opening approached and I hopped online a few minutes afterwards. Got the order form but was locked out from placing any order before 5:30 p.m. the Next day. (That's almost a 30 hour lag!) How was one to know this? Yes, I tried calling but only got a poor quality recorded message in an unrecognizable language. Compounding the situation, one can order ahead but only within a three day window. Business must be Great, bless them, but I wonder how many other frustrated wannabe customers there are. I should be back in about six months and will report back then. read more

We have been wanting to order from here for ages, very happy we did. *Very good* pizza for DC. We did a large NY style half pepperoni half four cheese. Huge pizza, great crust. It was running late, but spoke to Joey who was very helpful and accommodating. It was refreshing to talk to a person instead of just a nameless/faceless app. As a super picky NYer - Wiseguys is still my fave and Timber my runner up, but Della Barba is quickly running up the ranks and will be our go to delivery. read more

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Some of THE BEST pizza I've ever had! Easily the best NY style pizza in dc. The crust was perfect and the toppings were delicious. I also had Detroit style pizza for the first time and it was absolutely amazing and I find myself craving it often . Joey definitely loves what he does and does an amazing job with these delicious pizzas! read more

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These guys deserve 4.5 stars. I've never had Detroit style pizza but if this is what it tastes like, yes please. If you check my other reviews you know that I gave a popular cupcakery a 1 star review for horrible product and customer service. I visited this place the same night. Maybe because of my other experience. Maybe because the service was that good. But this place made me feel like a very welcome customer. Between the food and the customer service I will be back! read more

After reading mostly glowing reviews of the pizza - especially the Detroit style - was looking forward to this place. Arrived 10 minutes before the order was to be ready and called. They said my "pies were almost done, needed about 6-8 more minutes". Ten minutes later, the bring the pies out. There was no hint of warmth in either pie - no way they had been made in the last 30 minutes. The crust - even from center pieces - was dry and not worth eating a whole piece. As if it was day-old bread. Not writing this to 'pile on' because of my negative experience. But it took a lot of coordination to order, drive to, and find parking to get these pizzas. I was very disappointed and don't encourage others to pick this place, against the competition. No doubt, they have the skill to produce good product. But, given the effort required to buy from them and such a clearly below par experience, I don't recommend them. read more

Anytime I can walk around the corner and get a mini pizza that last me all day...that's my spot! Thanks to sweet Maria for bringing my order out and why does Mexican Coke in a bottle taste so good? read more

I've been ordering pizza from here since the beginning of the pandemic and they've been a staple of my house for nearly the past 2 years. We order a Detroit style and NY style pizza. It was always a bit pricy but well worth it! We recently ordered and noticed the price went up a bit, was willing to stomach the cost given the quality. We get our pizzas and instantly noticed that the New York style recipe changed. It is no longer a classic thin crust and the size of the pizza was dramatically smaller but the price increased! Called Della Barba and all they said was that the pizza sizes changed. Honestly the pizza looked like it came from Manny and Olgas. Given the exorbitant price and the downgrade in quality, I'll be taking my pizza eating elsewhere going forward. Can get 2 pies at most places for the new price of the New York style. read more

Easily the best deep dish I've ever had. Joey was incredibly kind when I called to check in on my order, and weeks ago when their website was down he was kind enough to walk me through my options and give me a refund. The pizza was cooked perfectly, and the staff is incredibly friendly. I'm glad I ordered again, and I'll continue to order from them, as should you. read more

We ordered the Chicago style pizza. I was Chicago Style for so long and thought I finally had a fix. I must say it wasn't half bad but not incredible like I had hoped. I wish the sauce to cheese ratio was a little more balanced. The sausage was delicious but overall just not amazing. read more

Best NY style pizza in town. Believe the hype. I drove an hour away from Maryland and the drive was well worth it. The small containers of red pepper flakes and real parmesan cheese was a nice touch and much appreciated. I'll be back to try the other styles of pizza. read more

Solid pizza option. Got the meatball deep dish and ate it at other half brewery. Maybe would add green pepper and onions next time because the flavor was a little lacking, but the crust was phenomenal and it looked so good! So many people drinking at the brewery asked us where to get this after walking by our table and having their mouths water read more

We've tried a few styles of pizza from here. I think the Detroit was my favorite. I liked the deep chewy crust. We're also fans of the NY pie, which is excellent and accurate. read more

Literally the best pizza I've ever had. Get the Chicago style pepperoni and garlic - swear this thing weighs 10 pounds. One pizza fed 2 6 ft hungry men. This is our new weekly cheat. read more

I wanted to like this place so badly, but it did not live up to the amazing reviews. I called right when they opened at 4 pm, and I couldn't get through for about 20 minutes. Once I got through, I was put on hold for 10 minutes and had to call from a different phone to ultimately place the order. They never took me off hold on my original call. I placed the order at 4:30 and said I was picking up the pizza at 7 pm, which they said was no problem. They called me at 5:30 saying my pizza was ready. When I told them that was a mistake and that my pizza was supposed to be ready at 7 pm, the lady simply HUNG UP ON ME. The pizza was good but you could clearly tell it wasn't fresh. They had just kept the 2 hour old pizza warm which was so disappointing. The prices are outrageous for a pizza and the service/quality was disappointing. The owners are also impossible to contact. I hope someone acknowledges this message and tries to improve their service. read more

Been trying a lot of pizza joints in DC recently. Della Barba is hands down the best NY style pizza in DC. Crust is perfect - thin, crisp, and doesn't flop down. Little grease so none of it gets on your hands. The sauce is slightly sweet which goes perfect with their pepperoni. Recommend curbside pickup - they time the pizza just right. If you're craving pizza, don't hesitate on DB. read more

Their pizza is amazing. Never had a Detroit pizza before and it was delicious. Staff was very knowledgeable and patient when explaining the differences in their pizza style. Free delivery is a plus. read more

Up until recently, DC lacked options for quality Detroit style pizzas. Then it seemed Detroiters have been popping up everywhere the last 12 months. I was finally able to try Della Barba this past weekend and it definitely lived up to the hype and close to the Buddy's style gold standard. The crust was perfection. The sauce is a touch on the sweeter side than what I was expecting, but it works, especially with a generous portion of pepperoni topping. Will definitely be a repeat customer. read more

I decided to try Della Barba last night after reading Washington Post's article about the best pizza in DC and it didn't disappoint. I grew up in New Jersey and I lived for years in New York, and I've been on the hunt for great pizza since moving to DC. WaPo's review was spot on--this is one of the most incredible pizzas I've had in a long time. But this review is more than just about their pizza. When I called to place my order, it was clear they were incredibly busy (likely due to the rave review from the newspaper). They gave me an estimate of 30-45 minutes. After about an hour, I didn't hear from Della Barba so I decided to call and it appeared that they had forgotten my order. Since it was getting later in the evening, I asked them to just cancel my order so that I could get something quicker in the neighborhood. Later that evening, one of the owners came to our house with my order and personally apologized for the mix-up earlier. She explained that they hadn't expected the number of orders they had received as a result from the WaPo review. After profusely apologizing again, she gave me the pizza I had ordered on the house. And did I mention that their pizza was incredible? To the owners of Della Barba, thank you for being a business who genuinely cares about their customers. We've heard you're moving to Capitol Hill and we couldn't be more thrilled to welcome you to the neighborhood. read more

Look at the reviews and how people comment on their experience. There is a reason why this place is so highly rated. They have the weirdest setup though. It isn't a store, you order through the phone and pick up the food through a door on a very suspicious alley ....which honestly speaking, made me want to try the place even more. The Sicilian pizza I had was ridiculous good. To the owner ...if you are reading this, DO NOT open a restaurant, get small locations across the city (or cities where you'll be) and just do delivery or pick up. Your cost will be lower, the demand will be higher and you'll do great. read more

Della Barba is on par with New York City--period!!! I feel like I am in on the best kept secret in DC.

By far (we're talking miles and miles), this is DC's best NY style pizza. The crust? Perfect crisp, char, and chew. The sauce? Maybe the best pizza sauce I've ever had. The cheese? Just the right amount. (They also give you real deal Parmesan). And the toppings? The HOMEMADE pepperonis and HOMEMADE meatballs are freaking incredible. The size? 20 inch = heck yes. Do it. read more

I've been trying to find good pizza in DC for months since moving here. I'm a NY pizza guy, but have a special place in my stomach for a good Detroiter. Tried DB's Detroiter with pepperoni last night and it is amazing. The crispy cheese baked into the crust, loads of smoky pepperoni and delicious sauce. It's not cheap -- $30 total for this monster -- but it's worth it (it's so heavy you can't hold the box for long with one hand, and I was full after 2 slices). DB operates out of a kitchen incubator warehouse so there are no signs. I called in order and then you call them from your car and a nice guy brings it out. read more

Della Barba Pizza - Detroit pizza - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Great pizza! Also, they came out to my car to hand deliver my pizza. Excellent service. read more

Della Barba Pizza - Chicago Deep Dish Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

An all around terrible experience with terrible service. First, I called an hour after I placed the order and was hung up on when I asked when we could expect our single pizza. I called again and they wouldn't even answer. After two hours I went down to the lobby of our apartment only to find out the pizza had been sitting there for over 30 minutes and the delivery driver never called and then refused to tell our concierge our names so he could then call to inform us it was here. We then called the pizza place back to explain what happened and didn't expect to pay for a cold pizza. The guy gave us nothing but attitude and said "I just disagree". Absolutely terrible customer service. Avoid this place. read more

My first time ordering from DB. I heard about this place many months ago from a Washington Post article and finally had a chance to try it. I lived in Chicago for many years and Giordano's has always been my favorite. Unfortunately, around DC, NoVa, and MD, I couldn't find anything close to the type of deep dish that I craved from Giordano's... until now! Della Barba has the best deep dish pizza in this area, hands down. The fresh tomato sauces, the cheese, the crust are so good that I feel like I am eating my favorite Giordano's pizza. I am so very glad for DB to be able to offer such authentic Chicago deep dish pizza. I will definitely come back very soon!! The shop is hard to find, but they offer curb-side pickup. I called the shop and the guy came out with my pizza while I waited in my car. I appreciate the service since we are still in the middle of the COVID season. read more

Pizza is good, but definitely not worth the wait or the price. I was on hold for 15 minutes, the operator picked up twice but put me back on hold both times, and then she hung up on me. I called back where I was immediately put on hold again for another 8 minutes. Apparently two pepperoni pizzas cost $67, and that doesn't include a tip for the delivery driver. The person on the phone never offered a break down of the cost, so I have no idea why it cost that much. Long story short, we were very disappointed in the ordering process and the cost, there are wayyyy too many other great pizza options in DC to put up with it. Odds are extremely low that we'll be ordering from here again. read more

I love pizza and this place doesn't disappoint. The Detroit style pizza is to die for!!! Order now, you won't regret it!

This pizza is legit! Grew up in New York, so I love a good slice, and Della Barba delivers. Crust is perfect--not doughy, not burned, just enough air bubbles. The sauce is flavorful. The toppings are high-quality (pepperoni is great, their house-made sausage is delicious, and the mushrooms are sliced creminis that are perfect with the sausage). The Brooklyn Nonna, though expensive and smaller than the New York pie, is outstanding--the crust is flavorful and has the perfect texture and I love getting a bite where the garlic in the sauce comes through. The Sicilian is delicious but intense--miles and miles of gooey cheese on top of light tasty focaccia-like bread. Haven't had the Detroit or Chicago styles yet, but will give them a try. It's hard not to order this pizza all the time! read more

The first and only legit NY Style Pizza that's of the best NY Pizza Quality that i've had since i've been in DC the last 11 years. Fantastic stuff. read more

The pizza worth the price. I was surprised that the business only offered pick-ups or deliveries. Nonetheless, the Chicago Deep Dish is now my go-to choice from this pizza shop. It had ample amount of source and cheese. The ingredients tasted premium and the delivery was quick. The pizza shop is pretty old school. Orders are only done over the phone, but it's worth buying for quality pizza. read more

My son had been requesting Chicago style pizza but I didn't know of any good spots. So I google and came across Della Barba and it had great reviews. We decided to try them for his graduation dinner. All I can say is AMAZING. My husband fancies himself a pizza expert and feel in love too. I could only eat 1/2 a slice. It takes over a hour to make so be prepared for a wait but it is worth it. We got the meatlovers - plenty of meat and cheese not just a lot of bread. We will be returning read more

The Chicago style here is excellent. An awesome crispy crust that isn't too doughy. They don't overdo the Chicago with cheese either. A great balance of crust, cheese, and sauce. Also the pie itself is huge! I prefer the Chicago here over District of Pi. The Detroit style is also fantastic. The cheddar burnt onto the crust is amazing. Keep it up Della Barba! I look forward to my return visits and your future growth. read more

Della Barba Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

We ordered the Detroit Pizza and the NY Pizza. I really enjoyed the Detroit Pizza, and the portion was huge.

Della Barba slings some of the best pies in DC. Not even my lactose intolerance can keep me away from them. I've had the Chicago, NY, and Sicilian styles. My favorite is the NY with the house made sausage. Hubs loves the Chicago deep dish with homemade meatballs. Honestly anything with their red sauce is a winner. read more

We got the Detroit style pizza and it was incredible. Thick doughy pizza, with perfectly burnt cheese on the crust and delicious sauce and toppings. We got it with Carmelized onions and garlic - so delicious. The side salad was good but a little small, so if you like a good amount of salad with your pizza, order one per person. Highly recommend! read more

This pizza is delicious but the waiting and customer service is so so ridiculous. Be prepared for--no joke--somewhere between 90-120minutes minimum before your pie is ready. And good luck getting them to answer the phone when you try to order or pick up your order. Happy that they seem to be doing so well but come on, figure out how to run your business more efficiently. I wish I could say I'll be back, but I don't know that I can justify the frustration. UPDATE: I wrote the above while I was waiting for my pizza. After FORTY-FIVE MINUTES past the time I was told my pizza would be ready I finally left--with no pizza. Hoping I actually get my promised refund. I will NEVER bother with this again. Heartbreaker. read more

This is exactly the kind of business you want to support. Hands down the best New York style pizza in DC. Just the right char on the crust. Right ratio of cheese to sauce (and that sauce is really good). Just blows wiseguys out of the water. Housemade sausage, pepperoni, and meatballs are outstanding. Damn good Detroit style pie too. Beautiful lacy crust, nice chew and rise to the dough, obviously that melty fatty goodness of legit Wisconsin brick cheese. Real deal here. And delivered by the same guy who made the pizza. Who couldn't possibly be any nicer. Only complaint: it's only open Thursday - Sunday. So let's get behind this place: so we can get 7 day-a-week access to all this delicious goodness. read more

Best pizza I've had in the DC area! This out ranks probably any pizza I've had. It has the perfect crust to go with the different types of pizza while is still cheesy. Amazing pizza! read more