It's October, which means it is National Pizza Month! It's also Italian-American Heritage Month and National Pasta Month, so it's a great time to try all the delectable types of pizza and carbs you can!

Pizza was first invented in 1889 during a visit to Naples by Queen Margherita and Italian King Umberto I. Since then, it has been a go-to meal option for people worldwide, and it's easy to see why.

We've listed some of the most popular places around The Woodlands to get your pizza fix this month and beyond!

Sorriso

The Westin at The Woodlands is home to this contemporary Italian restaurant inspired by home cooking. Its food is made with fresh ingredients and is a tasty treat. After choosing the ideal wine from the restaurant's extensive list, it’s time to enjoy pizza. The Wise Guy pizza is a must-eat! It features fennel sausage, meatballs, and Calabrese salami. Consider trying the Guanciale and Fig or Tutto Carne pizzas as well!

RC’s NYC Pizza & Pasta

One place that always comes up when you talk about pizza in The Woodlands is RC’s NYC Pizza & Pasta, which serves authentic New York-style pizza. They’re serious about their pizza, and RC has been competing against some of the best in the country multiple times. RC's goes beyond pizza by providing other great dishes, such as their delicious calzones and wings. This place is different from other pizza places in The Woodlands, and it's definitely worth a visit!

Zalat Pizza

The Dallas-based Zalat Pizza chain is known for its hand-tossed pizza, which is a popular choice in the Woodlands. Their signature topping is the Beef-based Pepperoni, and their other unique pizza creations always pull people in to try the latest offerings. Their corporate culture and passionate dedication to making quality pizza are two reasons people keep returning!

Grimaldi's 

Grimaldi's is a favorite among locals for their brick oven pizza. The garden pesto pizza has homemade pesto sauce, artichoke hearts, and ricotta cheese. Grimaldi's also offers a variety of cauliflower and gluten-friendly crusts. The restaurant is easily accessible through the Woodlands Trolley, which can pick you up and drop you off at your next destination for a great night out!

Zoner’s Pizza

Zoner’s Pizza is committed to providing great pizza to the community. They take pride in making homemade crusts and specialty pizzas and will gladly accommodate your requests. If you’re not craving pizza, try their chicken and waffles or their famous wings. They can also deliver your meal to your doorstep.

Brick and Brews

Since 2017, Brick and Brews has established itself as a leader in the local craft beer and pizza scene. Its warm and inviting atmosphere, as well as its signature pizzas, will keep you entertained for a long time. Its weekly pizza-of-the-week options will leave you amazed by the imaginative flavors. Try their "The Pig & Fig," which features house-made cheese, shaved prosciutto, fig jam spread, baby arugula, Texas honey, olive oil, and a lemon vinaigrette.

Where do you enjoy pizza around The Woodlands? Which pizza joints do you recommend?