Enjoying diverse regional cuisine is one of the best parts of living in the United States. If you're a pizza lover, you'll find a variety of pies depending on where you live. They provide insight into local flavors and are the perfect way to try something new the next time you travel.

A Guide to Pizza in the United States

1. Chicago

Deep dish pizza is what Chicago is best known for. These pie-like pizzas have a crust that forms in a deep pan, allowing plenty of space for cheese and toppings, including sausage, peppers, pepperoni, and mushrooms. You'll also find stuffed pizza on Chicago menus, which is an even deeper variant with a bowl-like shape, chunky tomato sauce, and toppings.

2. New York

Iconic New York pizza is sold in large slices to-go. These pies are traditionally hand-tossed, coated in a thin layer of sauce, and topped with grated mozzarella. Many attribute the flavor of this style of pizza to the mineral content in New York City's tap water and the high-gluten bread flour used.

You'll also find a variety of other regional pizzas in the New York City metro area and surrounding communities. For example, Sicilian pizza is a favorite in the city that's served in thick, square slices. Long Island is also home to the Grandma pizza, which is a thin, square variant of Sicilian, and just across state lines, you'll find New Haven-style pizza in Connecticut, which is a chewy, charred pie topped in tomatoes, cheese, and clams.

3. California

Nontraditional toppings define California pizza. These crusts are similar to New York-style or thin-crust pizzas, but on top are unique sauces, such as BBQ, alfredo, or Thai-inspired varieties. There are also countless topping options available, ranging from avocado and goat cheese to grilled chicken and artichoke.

4. Ohio Valley

Pennsylvania and the Ohio Valley are home to a variety of unique pizzas. The most prominent is the Ohio Valley-style, which is cooked in large squares with a crunchy crust. They're topped in a sweet tomato and onion sauce, and cold toppings are added after the pizza is removed from the oven.

For a classic New York pie, turn to Emilio’s of Morris Park in the Bronx. They serve mouthwatering pizzas and Italian foods seven days a week and also provide catering services. Explore their menu on their website, or call (718) 822-6758 to place a carryout order. You can also connect on Facebook for news and updates, or download the Emilio’s app for stress-free ordering by texting "Emilios" to 33733.