Red Baron vs Tombstone Retro Pizza Taste Test 2025 Update

Red Baron vs Tombstone
Pizza Taste Test

Red Baron vs. Tombstone Retro frozen pizza taste test


As I discovered in my recent blog post.. Finding Comfort in the Worst Pizza You’ve Ever Had, a pizza doesn’t have to be fancy to bring comfort and good memories. Frozen pizza nights have always been part of growing up, whether it was a late night in college, a quick Friday dinner, or just a snack when nothing else sounded good. Today we’re putting two classic favorites head to head Red Baron and Tombstone to see which one comes out on top in flavor, ease, and nostalgia. From the first bite to the last, these pizzas are more than just convenience food.. they also bring a little slice of memory.


Packaging and Presentation

Red Baron keeps it simple with that classic red box and logo you know from the freezer aisle. Tombstone goes a little bigger with bold colors and promises of "bold flavors." Both are easy to find and fun to open, but I always get a little more excited about that Tombstone box. Something about it just feels more like a grown up treat.

Cooking Experience

Fully Cooked Red Baron Frozen Pizza
Fully Cooked Red Baron

Fully Cooked Tombstone Pizza
Fully Cooked Tombstone

Cooking frozen pizza is one of those simple pleasures. Preheat the oven, unwrap the pizza, and slide it in. Red Baron cooks evenly and smells amazing while baking. Tombstone takes just a few minutes longer but comes out with crispier edges. Both pizzas fill the kitchen with that nostalgic aroma that brings you right back to childhood pizza nights.


Taste Test

Red Baron vs TOMBSTONE Cooked Crust

Time for the most important part.. the taste! Red Baron delivers a classic pizza flavor. The crust is soft but not soggy, the sauce is mild and a little sweet, and the cheese melts perfectly. Tombstone is bolder. The sauce has more tang, the crust has a little crunch, and the toppings feel more generous. Each bite reminds you of why frozen pizza can still be comforting and fun.


Pros and Cons I found

Red Baron
Pros: Classic flavor, soft crust, melts perfectly, nostalgic.
Cons: Sauce is mild, toppings can feel light.

Tombstone
Pros: Bold flavor, crispier crust, generous toppings, slightly more grown-up taste.
Cons: Takes a few extra minutes to cook, sauce can be tangy for some.



Final Verdict and winner..

Red Baron logo


If you grew up loving classic frozen pizza Red Baron is the safe choice. It tastes like home and always hits the spot. If you want something with a little extra punch and a more grown up flavor Tombstone is your winner. Honestly it is a close call and really depends on what you are craving that night.

Which frozen pizza brings back your best memories? Let me know in the comments below!


Comments

  1. Mickey Yarber (Retro Rambler)July 7, 2021 at 7:40 PM

    I too prefer Red Baron over other frozen pizza brands. Well, at least since they quit making Pappa G's pizza back in the early '90s.

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    1. The Retro DadJuly 19, 2021 at 6:02 PM

      It really isn't bad at all. I love all kinds of pizzas, and Red Baron actually tastes better than some pizza chains and pizzeria pies I've eaten over the years!

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  2. UnknownDecember 7, 2021 at 3:08 PM

    Tombstone forever!! Red Baron doesn't have enough sauce.

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