Two Israeli pizzerias ranked among Asia-Pacific's top 50, one named best kosher pizzeria in the world

Two Israeli pizzerias have been named among the top 50 in the Asia-Pacific region by “50 Top Pizza” for 2025. NeoPolitan in Haifa ranked 25th, while Jerusalem’s Piedra placed 37th, officially recognized as the world’s best kosher pizzeria.

The Japanese pizzerias The Pizza Bar On 38th and RistoPizza by Napoli Sta' Ca ranked at the top of the prestigious Asia Pacific list. The Hong Kong-based pizzeria Fiata, by Salvatore Fiata, was ranked 3rd. The Dubai-based Il Café ranked 14th. 

Avi Sinclair, owner of La Piedra, said he was honored that his pizzeria was featured among the world’s leading pizza eateries.

"I am thrilled by the honor and the impressive event," Sinclair said. "I am proud we won the title of the best kosher pizza in the world and promise everyone that in the coming years, Piedra will continue to bring innovation with exquisite flavors and continue to honor the dish we live, breathe and love so much – pizza.”

Last year, La Piedra was ranked 39th on the prominent list. The pizzeria, which specializes in Neapolitan-style pizzas, opened nine years ago and has expanded by opening an additional branch in Jerusalem and one in Petach Tikva, near Tel Aviv. 

Sinclair received the prestigious pizza award while wearing an orange hat to honor the three Bibas family members who were murdered by terrorists during their captivity in Gaza. 

"The complex period we have been experiencing since October 7 accompanies us every day and every minute," he said. 

"Even in a joyful moment like this, it is our duty to remember those we were fortunate to celebrate their safe return and, sadly, those who did not return home as we had hoped, leaving us with shock and deep pain. We will continue to call from every platform for the return of our brothers and sisters who have been held captive for 522 days in Hamas captivity. Their return home will be a great victory and immense joy for all of us," Sinclair continued. 

This year marks the first time the Haifa-based NeoPolitan restaurant has appeared on the global pizza list, though it was previously recognized as Israel’s best pizzeria and has received favorable reviews.

Like its Jerusalem counterpart, the restaurant specializes in Neapolitan pizza, prepared in a traditional wood-fired oven.