Michael's Pizzeria — Restaurant in La Junta

This place is an utter gem. Having moved to Colorado ~5 years ago from the northeast, one of the things we've missed most is good pizza. We've tried so many places in Colorado (and in the West more broadly) and nothing has come close to a good New Haven or New York pie.

Michael's, however, is an exception. This place is a serious sleeper in terms of pizza quality. It is completely unassuming and has no frills, yet has some of the best pizza we've eaten, just like the best places back home.

We like to head to this area from time to time for the interesting history and nature and didn't think much of randomly choosing Michael's for dinner on our way to Comanche National Grassland. Michael's turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip. This pizza is seriously good! It's the best we've found in this part of the country and was a complete shock to us.

Michael's, whatever you are doing, please keep doing it! You're now our mandatory pit stop for this part of Colorado and we sincerely hope you are getting the local support that you...

Updated review- We have now ordered from Michael's way more than twice... I am pregnant and crave their cheesy garlic bread constantly. They surprised me with my last order and when my boyfriend brought it home I cried happy tears. We absolutely love Michael's for the quality and the people! Thank you guys for being so great to all of us patrons. Can't wait for my next cheesy bread :)

We have ordered from Michael's twice since they opened. We (family of 4) get 2 large pies and always have enough leftovers for lunch. The Tiramisu is delicious and the spumoni is a hit with my kids. My boyfriend has picked up the Pizzas both times and says that I have to meet the woman who has been working the counter because she is very sweet. I love meeting friendly people and I am so happy to make Michael's a staple dinner...

First of all Michael is a class act entrepreneur, charmingly friendly and gives his restaurant a very personal touch as he delivers the pizza he makes himself. The crust is as close to authentic New York as I’ve ever gotten outside of NY itself. We’ve tried most of the selection and they’re all phenomenal. Our favorites are the simple creations like the margarita which has a perfect blend of tomatoes and cheese with pungent fresh basil on top, incredible! Today I got an old favorite of mine with pepperoni and mushroom, and added lumbre chilis which are hotter than most white folk can handle, it was truly glorious! They’re by-the-slice options are great too. not the speediest food option but worth the wait and you can call ahead and order whole or combinations. Entire staff is wonderful...