The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Joint For Pizza Is This Hidden VA Gem

Looking for the best hole-in-the-wall pizza spot in Virginia? A popular food site says it’s worth skipping chain restaurants and seeking out this under-the-radar favorite.

Food and culture website The Takeout recently rounded up the top no-frills pizza joints in every state, the kind of places “where the ovens have history, the dough gets the time and care it deserves, and the staff often know regulars by name.”

In Virginia, the honor goes to Dr. Ho's Humble Pie in Albemarle County, a beloved spot known for its loaded pizzas. Customers can enjoy unique creations like the Cubanic Chronic Pie — loaded with house-roasted pork, ham, pickles and more — or the Annie Oakley, with buffalo chicken and pineapple.

"Don't let the name deceive you, the pizza coming out of the oven at Dr. Ho's Humble Pie demands attention," The Takeout wrote. "Everything here begins with hand-tossed dough, then pairs that with the freshest ingredients and a care that customers can taste."

The selections were based on a mix of local recommendations, customer reviews, critics’ opinions and existing “best of” lists, along with the writers’ own experiences. The picks reflect the kind of neighborhood pizza spots people discover through word of mouth rather than a formal ranking system.

The 50-state list includes everything from “blink-and-you'll- miss-them pizza places tucked into nondescript strip malls to corner markets also housing culinary pizza wonder kings,” The Takeout said.

For the full list, go to The Takeout.