Last updated September 24, 2026 · ranked from 2,581 Google reviews · How we rank
This list ranks 5 pizza places in and around Sterling Heights, MI, led by Holiday Pizza, Pizzano's Buffet and Ray's Pizzeria. Together they have 2,581 Google reviews; Holiday Pizza has the highest Google rating on the list at 4.6. Every place on the list is in Sterling Heights, MI. Rankings weigh Google rating, review volume, how complete and current each listing is, and our own notes on each place.
Whole pies, slices and a 4.6-star Google rating from 803 reviews give Holiday Pizza a strong foundation for the No. 1 spot in Sterling Heights, MI. This veteran eatery on Van Dyke Avenue pairs a casual, old-school setting with counter service and options for dine-in, takeout and delivery. One reviewer describes 30 years of visits and praises the pizza, subs and consistent service; another reports a successful catered birthday meal featuring pizza, an Italian sub and antipasto salad.
Whole pies and slices
Old-school counter service
Catering available
“Their food is great! We've used their catering service.”
Fresh pizza made to order and an all-you-can-eat buffet give Pizzano's Buffet at 34804 Van Dyke Ave in Sterling Heights, MI two distinct draws for pizza diners. Its No. 2 rank is supported by a 4.6 Google rating from 785 reviews, with one reviewer praising the pie and fair prices. Others highlight the salad bar, food variety and welcoming service. Pasta, grinderz and vegetarian options broaden the choices for groups, while takeout, delivery and online ordering offer alternatives to dining in.
Made-to-order pizza
All-you-can-eat buffet
Salad bar
“So good!! I loved the salad bar and everything. Kept eating until I couldn’t anymore! Very clean and nice staff.”
New York-style pies and a stone deck oven give Ray's Pizzeria its focus at 38389 Dodge Park Rd in Sterling Heights, MI. Its No. 3 placement is supported by a 4.6-star Google rating across 138 reviews, with reviewers praising the NY-style pizza, garlic knots, and friendly service. The menu also includes subs, salads, and wings. Takeout, curbside pickup, and no-contact delivery provide several ways to order, while daily 11 a.m. opening hours make it an option for lunch.
New York-style pies
Stone deck oven
Curbside pickup
“We got 4 slices, 2 square, 2 round, and an order of Garlic Knots, pizza was ok, we'll have to try s fresh pizza, not reheated slices, Knots, we're Fantastic, 5 stars”
Father-and-son ownership and made-to-order food help put My Pizza Place at No. 4. This independent shop on 15 Mile Road in Sterling Heights, MI holds a 4.5-star Google rating from 575 reviews, with customers praising the pizza, fair prices, and chicken. One reviewer singles out the Detroit-style pizza as a favorite. Its lowest-tier price level adds to the appeal, while dine-in, takeout, delivery, and curbside pickup offer several ways to order. Friday hours extend to 11 p.m.
Detroit-style pizza
Father-and-son owned
Friday late hours
“This was absolutely delicious!!! It was cooked to perfection the flavor and cheese was amazing. I would definitely go back for more. This is walking distance from my house I love coming here.”
Square pizzas, fast counter service and several ways to order earn Original Buscemi's the No. 5 spot. Located on Van Dyke Ave in Sterling Heights, MI, this casual Detroit-based chain also serves Italian subs. Its 4.1-star Google rating across 280 reviews includes enthusiastic praise for the pizza and friendly service. Dine-in, takeout, curbside pickup and delivery make it practical for different plans, while Friday and Saturday hours extend to 11 p.m. Free lot and street parking add convenience.
Square pizzas
Fast counter service
Weekend hours until 11
“Man absolutely love- pizza is ridiculously good! Gus is the Man- knows his business & friendly!”
Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.
How we ranked this list
Each pizza place is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Sterling Heights category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
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