Any pizza worth its weight starts with a quality crust. Yet, ask around about the best type of crust and you’re sure to get several different answers. While the following list is by no means exhaustive, here are a few of the most popular types of crusts to try. 

Common Pizza Crust Variations

1. Thin Crust

Crispy and light, thin crust pizza has a satisfying crunch with every bite. The crust is too thin to accommodate an array of toppings, so it’s best to stick with plain cheese or a light ingredient, like pepperoni. 

2. New York Style

The quintessential crust, New York style perfectly walks the line between thin and thick. It’s thin enough to be folded in half, but thick enough to withstand a smattering of toppings. Native New Yorkers enjoy it plain, but there’s no reason you can’t top your pie with the meat and veggies of your choice. 

3. Deep Dish 

Hailing from Chicago is the Midwesterners’ favorite crust, deep dish. As its name suggests, the dough is made in a deep-set dish, giving it a thick quality that crisps up deliciously along the edges. With such a thick base, deep dish pizzas can support a mountain of toppings — add up to an inch or more of extra cheese, veggies, pepperoni, and meatballs.

4. Neapolitan

A light, crispy crust, Neapolitan is prepared in a wood-fired oven and is exceptionally thin. Traditionalists aim to get the dough no more than a third of a centimeter thick. Typically, the authentic style features only a few ingredients, such as mozzarella, tomato, and basil for a Margherita pie.

5. Detroit 

Resembling a Sicilian pizza, crust from the Motor City is thick and chewy. Like deep dish, the crust is prepared in a pan. Yet, the pie is slightly different in that toppings go on first, followed by the cheese and finally the sauce. The result is a saucier yet supremely satisfying slice. 

No matter how you like your crust, you’re sure to love Gondola Pizza House in Crossville, TN. In addition to delicious pizza made from fresh ingredients, this restaurant offers a wide array of Greek and Italian dishes. Browse through their menu online or place an order by calling (931) 484-7647.