What locals are saying
Toni's is widely regarded as the best — and one of the only — Detroit-style pizza spots in the Mt. Pleasant/Charleston area, filling a real gap in the local pizza scene. Founded by Detroit natives with decades of pizza experience, regulars consistently praise the crispy-bottomed, airy-interior crust, generous toppings, and oversized shareable salads. The rare criticism notes the crust can occasionally skew dry, but this is a clear minority view against an otherwise strong local consensus.
On socials
The dominant social chatter positions Toni's as 'the best pizza in all of Charleston' — a claim repeated across TikTok, One Bite app posts, and food blogs. The crispy, caramelized-cheese edges and the seasoned crust are the most-praised details; creators specifically flag the classic Detroit square as the must-try, with the Mediterranean (olive-oil base, veggies, feta) and Buffalo Chicken also drawing repeat shoutouts. A Post & Courier food writer called it 'the best pizza in town, no questions, no explanations.' Vegans and vegetarians chime in too, noting the vegan-cheese option makes it surprisingly inclusive. Virtually no negative chatter surfaces — the main caveat mentioned is that pieces are dense/heavy, so a small goes farther than expected.
Who it’s for & what you get
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Vegetarian options
- Beer
- Wine
- Kids menu
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
- Curbside pickup
- Good for groups
- Kid-friendly
- Sports on TV
- Wheelchair accessible
- Restroom
- Free parking
Frequently asked
Is Toni's Detroit Style Pizza one of the best restaurants in Charleston?
Toni's Detroit Style Pizza is ranked #18 restaurant in Charleston by community votes.
What is Toni's Detroit Style Pizza best known for?
Detroit-style square pies with crispy, lacey cheese edges, served out of a strip mall on Highway 17 in Mount Pleasant.
Who should go to Toni's Detroit Style Pizza?
Toni's Detroit Style Pizza works well for both locals and visitors looking for a quality restaurant in Charleston.
Where is Toni's Detroit Style Pizza located?
Toni's Detroit Style Pizza is located at 1795 N Hwy 17 APT 1, Mt Pleasant, Charleston, SC.
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