Use code TRIPLE10 to save $10 on your first three grocery orders.

Slice, Sip, Repeat: The Ultimate Pizza and Beer Pairing Guide

October 9 is National Pizza and Beer Day—a holiday we can all raise a glass (and a slice) to! Whether you’re into classic pepperoni with a cold lager, or adventurous toppings paired with a craft IPA, this day is all about matching the best pies with the perfect brews. We’ve rounded up recipes and pairing tips so you can celebrate in true cheesy, bubbly style.
Slice, Sip, Repeat: The Ultimate Pizza and Beer Pairing Guide
Slice, Sip, Repeat: The Ultimate Pizza and Beer Pairing Guide
SideChef
Welcome to SideChef's original recipes. Created from scratch in the SideChef Kitchen, where recipe inspiration and ingredient experimentation is a way of life.
GO TO BLOG
Love This Recipe?
SideChef
Welcome to SideChef's original recipes. Created from scratch in the SideChef Kitchen, where recipe inspiration and ingredient experimentation is a way of life.
GO TO BLOG

There’s nothing more iconic than pizza and beer—and on October 9, National Pizza and Beer Day, you’ve got the perfect excuse to indulge. This holiday isn’t just about delivery boxes; it’s about leveling up with homemade pies and matching them with the right brew to make every bite sing.

Think crisp pilsners with tangy Margherita, bold IPAs to tame smoky BBQ chicken, and rich stouts cozying up to a deep-dish masterpiece. Each pairing brings out new flavors and textures, turning a simple night in into a flavor-packed celebration.

Whether you’re hosting a game-day party, impressing friends, or just treating yourself after a long day, we’ve got recipes, pairing suggestions, and flavor inspiration to keep your slice-and-sip game strong.

Margherita Pizza + Pilsner

Pizza Margherita

A Hint of Rosemary

Hawaiian Pizza + Blonde Ale

Quick Hawaiian Pizzas

Bits of Carey

White Pizza (broccoli & mushroom) + Hefeweizen

White Pizza with Broccoli and Mushrooms

Chef'd

Pizza Nachos + Mexican Lager

Pizza Nachos

Todd's Kitchen

Mushroom Marsala Pizza + Belgian Ale

Mushroom Marsala Pizza

A Hint of Rosemary

Three Cheese Pizza + Saison

Three Cheese Pizza

30 Pounds of Apples

Loaded Veggie Supreme Pizza + Kölsch

Cauliflower Alfredo Veggie Pizza

Lemons and Basil

Pizza Dip + Light Beer

Pepperoni Pizza Dip

SideChef

Skillet Pizza + Session IPASkillet Pizza + Session IPA

Loaded with Tomatoes Cast Iron Pizza

A Hint of Rosemary

Pizza Rolls/Pockets + American Lager

Air Fryer Pizza Rolls

Tina Sawasdee at SideChef

Whether you stick to the classics or venture into bold new toppings, pizza and beer are proof that the best things in life are simple—and even better together.

So this October 9, grab your favorite brew, fire up the oven, and make it a slice-and-sip celebration worth remembering. Cheers to National Pizza and Beer Day!

Skillet Pizza + Session IPASkillet Pizza + Session IPA

Loaded with Tomatoes Cast Iron Pizza

A Hint of Rosemary

Pizza Rolls/Pockets + American Lager

Air Fryer Pizza Rolls

Tina Sawasdee at SideChef

Whether you stick to the classics or venture into bold new toppings, pizza and beer are proof that the best things in life are simple—and even better together.

So this October 9, grab your favorite brew, fire up the oven, and make it a slice-and-sip celebration worth remembering. Cheers to National Pizza and Beer Day!

Breakfast Sandwich Bliss: 27 Morning Favorites to

Mandy at SideChef

Pantry Staple Power: Black Bean Recipes and Cooking Tips

SideChef

39 Pretty Pink Recipes That Taste as Good as They Look

SideChef

Lord of the Wings: 15 Epic Chicken Wing Recipes for Game Day & BBQ Season

Mandy at SideChef

22 Crispy Homemade Fries Recipes – Because Time Fries

SideChef

20 Best Waffle Recipes: Sweet and Savory Ideas for Any Time of Day

Mandy at SideChef

23 Wide Pasta Recipes to Try: Tagliatelle, Fettuccine, Linguine & More

Mandy at SideChef

19 Juicy Watermelon Recipes to Cool You Down This Summer

SideChef

Squeeze the Day! 20+ Sunny Lemon Recipes to Brighten Your Summer

SideChef

Red, White & Yum: 20 Patriotic Desserts for the 4th of July

Mandy at SideChef

22 Refreshing Non-Alcoholic Drinks and Mocktails

Mandy at SideChef

35 Father’s Day Recipes for Every Kind of Dad: From Grill Masters to Sweet Tooths

SideChef