By Brenda Hillegas<\/p>\n
In Philadelphia<\/a>, pizza is a lifestyle. And National Pizza Day<\/a> \u2014 Monday, Feb. 9 \u2014 is your moment to lean in, whether that means revisiting a longtime favorite or trying something new. <\/p>\n From old-school neighborhood pies to newer, buzz-worthy kitchens, these Philly-area pizzerias are worth a celebratory slice (or three).<\/p>\n Revolution House<\/p>\n At Old City\u2019s Revolution House, artisanal pizzas are fired in a signature wood-fired oven with a perfectly crisp, smoky crust. Try the Prosciutto Pizza (with arugula, fennel, and hot garlic honey) or the Ryan (topped with short rib, caramelized onions, fontina, mozzarella, and balsamic).\u00a0<\/p>\n 200 Market Street, revolutionhouse.com<\/a><\/p>\n Dolce Italian<\/p>\n Along with house-made pastas and other signature Italian dishes, Dolce Italian also offers Neapolitan-style pizzas. You can\u2019t go wrong with the classic Margherita or a Bianca with burrata, pistachio and basil. But if you\u2019d like a little bit of luxury on National Pizza Day, you\u2019ll want the Startufata featuring prosciutto and gorgonzola dolce, drizzled with truffle oil.\u00a0<\/p>\n 1437 Chestnut Street, dolceitalianrestaurant.com<\/a><\/p>\n Assembly Pizza Co.<\/p>\n This new arrival at Gather Food Hall<\/a> in Schuylkill Yards brings a fresh, craft-driven approach to pizza from hospitality professional Caleb Walcott. He was inspired by his upbringing in a family of makers and builders, so Assembly considers pizza a true craft. Hands-on care and thoughtful technique is behind every pie. Try the signature dough blend of premium Pacific Northwest and Italian flours, fermented for depth and balance. It\u2019s familiar yet elevated with a perfect bite of chew, crispness, and lightness.<\/p>\n 3025 Market Street, gatherfoodhall.com<\/a><\/p>\n Pizzeria Salvy at Comcast Technology Center\u00a0<\/p>\n Pizzeria Salvy showcases Chef Marc Vetri\u2019s pizza recipes that balance classics with creative and locally inspired flavors. You\u2019ll find staples like New York Style Cheese and South Philly Margherita, plus standouts like the Ode to the Sweet Onion Crepe and the Kennett Square Mushroom Pie.\u00a0<\/p>\n 1800 Arch Street, pizzeriasalvy.com<\/a><\/p>\n Pizzeria Vetri at the King of Prussia Town Center\u00a0<\/p>\n Simple ingredients and time-honored techniques create crave-worthy pies. Made with just four ingredients and fermented for four days, the dough at Pizzeria Vetri delivers the signature crust and pies that are chewy on the inside, crisp at the edges, and finished with perfectly charred bubbles. National Pizza Day is a great time to try one of their creative seasonal pies.<\/p>\n 150 Main Street, King of Prussia, pizzeriavetri.com<\/a><\/p>\n Avenue Kitchen at Glen Eagle Square<\/p>\n The warm, seasonal comfort-food<\/a> atmosphere here sets a perfect scene for National Pizza Day. Avenue Kitchen\u2019s inventive yet approachable pizza menu strikes a balance between creativity and classic appeal. Must-try options include the Pear and Blue Cheese and Prosciutto di Parma. If you\u2019re going for timeless, order the Margherita or Pepperoni.<\/p>\n 509 Wilmington West Chester Pike, Glen Mills, avekitchen.com<\/a><\/p>\n The Buttery<\/p>\n The Buttery\u2019s pizza program is all about comfort, craft, and the right amount of indulgence. A seasonal favorite is the mushroom pizza with a chewy sourdough crust and layered with roasted garlic b\u00e9chamel, roasted mushrooms, taleggio, mozzarella, and fresh basil, all finished with a drizzle of truffle oil for an earthy, crave-worthy bite.<\/p>\n