To crave pizza in Buford is to know the agony of circling strip malls, squinting at signs, muttering, “Is that the place?” (it’s not, it’s actually a nail salon). We’re tired of driving past the same lots, wondering if we’ll snag a slice before the lunch rush. If you’re feeling that familiar hunger, start with these nine spots—our favorite pies with parking you can actually find.
Marco’s Pizza
$ | (678) 688-9944 | WEBSITE
Marco’s Pizza is a family-friendly yet versatile spot with plenty of parking available, wheelchair accessibility you can count on, and a really convenient delivery service where your order arrives all but guaranteed to be hot and on time—for the reasonable price of about fifteen dollars for a large pizza. This place works equally well for a quick weeknight dinner as it does for a casual weekend meal with the kids and lots of vegetarian options.
The pizza here is also so much better than your average takeout joint pie.
Pizza Hut
$ | (770) 271-2300 | WEBSITE
Buford is a suburb where finding a family-friendly restaurant that doesn’t break the bank can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. However, Pizza Hut is an exception. This reliable chain not only offers consistently delicious pizzas, but it also has its own straightforward parking lot right out front. It’s not fancy, but it is very practical and much better than trying to navigate crowded plazas while hungry kids complain in the backseat.
The atmosphere inside is clean and welcoming, with a bright, no-fuss décor that makes you feel at ease the moment you walk in. The staff, especially the famously friendly Tammy, are courteous and professional, always ready with a smile or helpful advice about the menu. Speaking of which, the pizzas here are well-made and flavorful—the cheese bread is a must-try side, and the lemon pepper wings and lasagna come highly recommended.
Service is generally prompt, though I did notice it can get a bit slow during peak hours, with one visit involving a longer wait for our pies. That said, the management seems attentive to feedback, and the overall experience is solid, especially when you factor in the great deals and rewards program. For a dependable meal that delivers on taste and value, Pizza Hut hits the spot every time.
Italian pie (Buford)
$ | (678) 926-3454 | WEBSITE
Everything about Italian Pie, a classic family pizza joint, is wonderfully welcoming, including the fact that they have a kid-friendly dining area with TV shows. Finding one of those in Buford these days feels like spotting a unicorn grazing in a parking lot. But Italian Pie is stuck in time in the best ways possible, and it’s one of the best—and few remaining—neighborhood pizza spots in Buford, perfect for devouring monster slices, savoring seafood combinations, and satisfying cravings.
Italy’s Pizza & Pasta Company
$$ | (770) 932-7121 | WEBSITE
Italy’s Pizza & Pasta Company is another Buford spot in a plaza with easy parking, which is our favorite three words right behind ‘garlic knots.’ We’ve always been able to find an open spot at this Italian-American restaurant, and the parking is just steps away from the front entrance. This is good because after you consume Italy’s Pizza & Pasta Company’s Brooklyn-style pizza, you won’t be in a walking mood.
Pizza Di Folco
$ | (770) 614-0441 | WEBSITE
This one is tricky because Pizza Di Folco is in Buford. And every corner of Buford can get packed thanks to a youth soccer tournament or just the usual suburban weekend rush. However, the strip where Pizza Di Folco sits (right next to the hardware store) really feels like a quiet retreat during weekday afternoons. And on our many visits to this perfect little pizza joint, we have always found a prime table near the window.
If that looks busy, the lot behind the building is only steps away, and will almost certainly have an open space for you.
Parma Tavern
$ | (678) 541-0908 | WEBSITE
Parma Tavern is one of our favorite places for pizza and Italian food in Buford, and every time we’ve been here their outdoor patio has plenty of open tables just waiting for us. They serve amazing pizzas all day—not just during dinner—and we normally load the table up with their special pizza, the November special ravioli, French dip sandwiches, and a whole lot more. But not so much food that we’re too full to appreciate the mouthwatering Brussels sprouts that come as a perfect complement.
The attentive staff, including the host who kindly explains the menu and the manager who ensures a pleasurable meal, makes the whole experience delightful from start to finish.
Your Pie Pizza
$ | (678) 765-0560 | WEBSITE
Your Pie Pizza probably has more gluten-free options than regular ones. And that’s the kind of ratio we love to see. There are a few classic pizzas on the menu, but if that selection is looking a little limited, go for the custom-made choices, where you’ll find endless combinations of fresh ingredients. The Buford restaurant is a great option for a guaranteed delicious dinner with friends who have dietary restrictions yet still want phenomenal pizza.
Plus, the menu full of personalized creations is unanimously excellent—especially the wings.
Little Caesars Pizza
$ | (770) 614-8484 | WEBSITE
Getting a pizza from Little Caesars may not be the fanciest thing in the world. But once you do pull into that drive-thru, take comfort in the fact that you will have no shortage of quick service options to choose from. It’s one of the perks of being a restaurant that delivers hot, fresh pizza right to your car. Other perks of Little Caesars include having an efficiently friendly staff, pepperoni pizzas that arrive perfectly cooked, and a pretzel pizza that should come with a warning about salt.
Johnny’s New York Style Pizza
$ | (470) 238-8322 | WEBSITE
Everything we just said about the best pizza spots in Buford is true about Johnny’s New York Style Pizza, which has become a favorite for many in the area. Plus, this family-friendly restaurant is a reliably satisfying meal to get. And they do some incredibly delicious things to pizza, eggplant parm sandwiches, and wings. Get the veggie large with pepperoni and end with the crispy fries. You’ll be full but the peaceful atmosphere on quieter days makes lingering feel just right.