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Our vision is to redefine the pizza experience by crafting exceptional focaccia deep dishes and circular pizzas, becoming the go-to pizzeria in Lakeland, Florida, known for our innovative creations and commitment to culinary excellence . Also serving slices!
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1212 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33803
Phone: (863) 346-2373
Website: http://bythechef.pizza/
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Reviews
Miss Pineapples
Counter service and nice staff. Great decor and really clean. The pizza was delicious. The square slice was small, but one filled me up. It is like a deep dish and filling. Unique flavors along with classics. I recommend.
… moreCarolina Jorge M.
My friend told me about this pizza restaurant. I understand why lakelanders can’t stop craving about this pizza spot, famous for its irresistible deep-dish pies made with a light, airy focaccia-style crust. Each slice is a perfect balance of crispy edges and pillowy softness, topped with both bold and classic flavors. They have buffalo chicken and cacio e pepe to pepperoni drizzled with a touch of hot honey. Fans praise the top-quality ingredients, the golden crust that crackles with every bite, and the sauces so rich and flavorful they could stand on their own.
… moreRobert Cannizzaro
Best Pizza I’ve had in Florida. Great place. Perfect crust on both the Focaccia pizza and the NY Style. My son ate 2 giant slices and loved every bit. The Vodka sauce slice was incredible as well as the O.G. Keep up the good work! Great staff great service!
… moreD Durham (Stormy)
Finally—authentic New York-style pizza in Lakeland!
By the Chef Pizza’s NY style is spot-on and has completely blown away every other pizzeria I’ve tried in the area. The thin, foldable crust has that perfect crisp-yet-chewy texture, the sauce is bright and balanced, and the cheese melts just right with those classic charred bubbles. Every bite transported me straight back to NYC—flavor and texture were genuinely outstanding.
Chef Peter’s craftsmanship shines through; you can tell this isn’t just pizza, it’s elevated. If you’re craving the real deal, skip the chains and head here. Easily the best pizza in Polk County!
Highly recommend—I’ll be back soon! 🙂
… moreBy the Chef Pizza’s NY style is spot-on and has completely blown away every other pizzeria I’ve tried in the area. The thin, foldable crust has that perfect crisp-yet-chewy texture, the sauce is bright and balanced, and the cheese melts just right with those classic charred bubbles. Every bite transported me straight back to NYC—flavor and texture were genuinely outstanding.
Chef Peter’s craftsmanship shines through; you can tell this isn’t just pizza, it’s elevated. If you’re craving the real deal, skip the chains and head here. Easily the best pizza in Polk County!
Highly recommend—I’ll be back soon! 🙂
Caitlin Perkins
First time coming here, I’ve always seen it on the road driving in South Lakeland. Decided to try it out and it was really good. I didn’t feel heavy after eating my piece even though it was a large piece in the prices are reasonable. It was very delicious and I have no notes. 10 out of 10 would recommend.
… moreKira Graham
Pizza was delicious and the people were so friendly.
We found out that you need to arrive earlier to get the individual slices, so we’re going to try lunch next time. Would definitely recommend and will return!
… moreWe found out that you need to arrive earlier to get the individual slices, so we’re going to try lunch next time. Would definitely recommend and will return!
Debora Sobczak
Took out my husband for his birthday lunch. We order focaccia style pizza Cacio e Peppe and mushroom and it was delicious. We had the whole pizza so it came out straight from the oven!
The dpugh was delicious- crispy and fluffy and the topping are very hight quality.
We will be coming back soon 🙂
… moreThe dpugh was delicious- crispy and fluffy and the topping are very hight quality.
We will be coming back soon 🙂
Camryn Campbell
10/10. I normally never leave reviews for anything but my boyfriend and I both agreed the pizza was far too good NOT to. The people we spoke with today were so kind as well. I genuinely wish all pizza tasted that good
… moreAdam Douglas
This place serves deep dish pizza by the slice or you can get a whole deep dish for 28 bucks. I opted for the by the slice. It looked like the pizzas had been sitting out a while, but they do throw them back into the oven to warm them up when you order. I wouldn’t recommend this option, as mine came out not quite hot enough in the center (which means it must have been sitting out a long time to get all the way back to room temp). They should probably think about heat lamps or something to keep the pizza warmer longer.
The ingredients used in the pizza were very high quality and tasted great. Just wish it was a little hotter and I would have given it a 4 star.
… moreThe ingredients used in the pizza were very high quality and tasted great. Just wish it was a little hotter and I would have given it a 4 star.
Michael Douglas
The food and service here is fire. With a calm and relaxing atmosphere, the smell of fresh pizza, and stellar Florida made teas this place is truly special. Highly recommend adding some honey and chili oil to your pepperoni pizza to really enhance the flavors.
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