Two Indian pizza restaurants have earned international acclaim by securing spots on the prestigious 2025 list of the world’s 100 best pizzerias. Gurugram’s Da Susy and Delhi’s Leo’s Pizzeria have been recognised by The Best Pizza Awards, a Europe-based organisation that unveiled the global rankings at a ceremony in Milan on June 25.
The annual list, curated by a panel of 512 culinary professionals from 60 nations, aims to honour outstanding pizzerias worldwide. This year’s edition sees Da Susy placed at No. 71 and Leo’s at No. 99 – both significant milestones for the Indian food scene.
Da Susy, founded in 2021 by Naples-born chef Susanna Di Cosimo, has rapidly risen in popularity for its authentic approach to Neapolitan pizza. Known to patrons as Susy, the chef combines classic Italian preparation with inventive flavour pairings. With two outlets operating in Gurugram, Da Susy is celebrated for its commitment to tradition and quality.
Leo’s Pizzeria, which launched in 2016 under the guidance of Chef Amol Kumar, has grown into one of Delhi’s most beloved destinations for artisanal pizza. The pizzeria earned its spot on the global list thanks to its meticulous preparation process. “Each dough is carefully mixed, proofed, and handled before being fired in a traditional wood oven,” said Chef Kumar, whose focus on technique and consistency has become a hallmark of the brand.
At the top of this year’s rankings is I Masanielli di Francesco Martucci, located in Caserta, Italy. Following closely are Pepe in Grani by Franco Pepe in Caiazzo, and Pizzarium by Gabriele Bonci in Rome. The top ten largely featured Italian establishments, with notable entries also from Japan and Spain.
The Best Pizza Awards are part of the broader culinary platform known as The Best Chef Awards. Established in 2022, the pizza-specific initiative aims “to break down barriers in the pizza world and spotlight authentic craftsmanship, bold innovation, and diverse voices that are shaping the future of this iconic dish.” The organisation has clarified that its rankings remain free from commercial influence and are determined purely on merit.