When it comes to pizza, there's one man who's made a career out of finding and ranking some of the best (and worst).

Barstool Sports Founder Dave Portnoy is known for surprising local pizza shops to sample their pie. These One Bite Pizza Reviews have become so popular, they've even impacted local businesses, giving a boost to revenue for many.

After years of tasting some of the best, does Dave Portnoy have a favorite? "It's all East Coast," Portnoy said.

He was asked to rank his Top 5 Pizza Cities in America and his answer may surprise you.

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Best Pizza Spots, According to Portnoy

During a recent interview, Portnoy shocked the interviewer when he named Boston as No.3 on his list.

Though it was met with mixed reaction, Portnoy's pick for Boston having some of the best can be backed by one particular review:

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Monte's in Lynn, MA is the only restaurant to ever receive a perfect score.

"Off the top of my head, I've got two great ones in Boston," Portnoy told the hosts. "I like the thin bar pie."

In addition to Boston, Portnoy was confident in his other picks. At the top of the list: New Haven.

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Dave Portnoy's Top 5 Cities For Pizza in America

  • 1. New Haven, CT
  • 2. New York, NY
  • 3. Boston, MA
  • 4. ??? (Portnoy got distracted and never listed a No. 4)
  • 5. Philadelphia, PA

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