This Midtown Pizzeria Was Just Ranked Top 10 in the U.S.—Thanks to Its Signature “Fried Pizza”

Sure, you’ve probably had Neapolitan pizza in NYC, but have you had it *fried*? Well at Don Antonio , the beloved Midtown pizzeria just steps from the Theater District, you can...and it’s so tasty it was just named the #7 best pizzeria in the U.S. by the prestigious *50 Top Pizza USA Guide*. The restaurant’s signature *pizza fritta *, or Italian fried pizza, is redefining the Neapolitan classic in a new way, while also staying committed to authentic ingredients and techniques. At the helm of Don Antonio is Giorgia Caporuscio , one of the few women pizzaiolas making waves in a traditionally male-dominated industry . A Terracina native who trained under her father and Naples’ most legendary pizzaiolo, Giorgia now leads Don Antonio as both head chef and owner—and continues to break boundaries in the pizza world. Last year, she was even named *Pizza Maker of the Year *, and now, under her leadership, the restaurant has climbed into the national Top 10 . **What is *p****izza fritta *? ------------------------------------- Light, airy, and surprisingly not greasy , Don Antonio’s *pizza fritta* is a modern take on a centuries-old Southern Italian street food. Fried in Olitalia sunflower oil before getting a quick finish in the wood-burning oven, Giorgia’s signature Montanara Classica pizza is topped with tomato sauce, smoked buffalo mozzarella, and fresh basil for a crispy, creamy, impossibly delicious bite. Other must-tries include the Calzone Fritto (stuffed with fresh ricotta, salami, and cherry tomatoes) and the Montanara Genovese pizza, topped with beef and pork, white ragu onion-based sauce, pecorino romano, and finished in the wood-fired oven. It’s a style of pizza that most Americans have never tried—and it’s the star of the show at Don Antonio. An award-winning pizzeria rooted in Neapolitan history ------------------------------------------------------ Don Antonio was originally opened in 2012 by Giorgia’s father, Roberto Caporuscio , and his mentor, Antonio Starita—who hails from Naples’ oldest pizzeria , dating back to 1901. Giorgia officially took the reins this year, becoming the new owner of the NYC flagship after years working behind the scenes and sharpening her craft across Italy. Today, the menu features over 40 styles of pizza , each made with high-quality Italian ingredients and dough that ferments for 48 hours before hitting the blazing-hot volcanic-soil oven. Even the gluten-free pies are cooked in a separate oven with their own prep area. Championing “women in pizza” and paving her own way ------------------------------------------------------- Beyond her culinary chops, Giorgia also serves as the Ambassador for Women in Pizza , a global movement advocating for more visibility and opportunity for women in the pizza world. Her story—one of passion, tradition, and serious skill—is reflected in every pie that hits the table. “I never thought I’d have a pizzeria in New York City,” she shared in a press release. “But I want to bring people to Naples with every bite.” 📍 Don Antonio is located at 309 W 50th St Source: https://secretnyc.co/don-antonio-ranked-top-10-pizza-in-country-2025/