43 Best Pizza Restaurants near Soquel

“Tried the Charlie pizza and burrata appetizer. The pizza is excellent - best I've found in the area. The crust is crispy and airy but tender inside. Sauce is simple and good and the toppings are top quality. The burrata is served with oven dried tomatoes and fry bread, and is just outstanding. Nice job!“

“Great place to grab a pie (pizza dish) for you and/or your family. They have a couple TV and lots of sitting space. The salad bar was looking fresh and the floors and bathrooms were very spot clean. The staff was great, with no issues when asking for extra Ranch dipping sauce!“

“This place is amazing and worth the stop! The pastries and coffee are delicious. You must try the bombolini! The pizza looks and smells appetizing but I have yet to try it. Staff is friendly, facilities are clean and I've never had trouble with parking.“

“? Lasooni Wings - These were fantastic. Garlicy, full of spice, and very lowkey spicy with a gentle sweetness in the background, while the flavour of the chili (oil?) is the more major flavor with the garlic coming in after. It's just a slight tingle of spicy. Very tender and moist.?Garlic Naan - gentle garlic taste, and very gentle doughy background. These were good.?Chicken Tikia Masala - complex creamy savory spiced flavour throughout. Very gentle hint of sweetness and sourness. The chicken within is breast meat, cooked perfectly so it's not dry. We got the mild spice level, this was also fantastic.?Mango Lassi - I loved it. Not too sweet, creamy, light mango flavour throughout the background.?Overall, each time I've gone here, I've had a great meal.“

“This spot is great. Their ahi tuna salad is incredible. Try the firecracker bacon wrapped shrimp-omg. Yum.Friendly staff, service w a smile, patrons happy to be there. Happy hour deals...and super family and budget friendly for happy hour. All the cheesy bread your kids dream about ..and Beers on tap for the adults. Chk this spot out!! I spent excltra as everything I ordered fir dinner..I git it to go too. Ohhhhhh...and that apple pie w Ice cream in a shell...jeeeeze that was tasty.Kid-friendliness: Cheesy bread...that's what they love. $5 bux for happy hour.“

“If you know what's good for you, you'll get the gnocchi. Wonderful, pillowy texture. Service was standard! Waitress was nice. No complaints.Ambiance was a little awkward only because my friend and I were the only ones in the restaurant for our whole dinner and they weren't playing any music. Granted it was a Tuesday, so wasn't expecting weekend crowds!“

“Hand to heart — one of the best pizzas we’ve ever had! Got a tip from a local on the plane to try this and they didn’t mislead. Partners with a local ale house, which was also good. The Parmesan crisp around the edges of the crust made this next level good. Don’t let the thick crust fool you! It’s so light and crispy. We’ll visit every trip to the area.“

“This is our favorite pizza my heart location. The restaurant is big enough to accommodate larger groups. They have plenty of workers so the restaurant operates like a well oiled machine. The workers are super sweet and accommodating as well. We will always make a stop here while in town.“

“I'm not exactly sure what the restaurant industry would consider a 'destination restaurant' but for me it's someplace I will drive out of my way to get something I love to eat. Tramonti is one of those places, except it's not out of the way for me! The reason I love this place is the Prawns Diaviola. These things are amazing and better still, very consistent. Every time I order them they are fantastic. The ingredients are very simple, it's basically bacon wrapped prawns but they use a spicy Italian salami and Parmesan cheese. The secret is the brick oven! You get a great texture without over cooking the prawns. They serve other Italian favorites and they make a mean pizza too. Local beer on draft and a good wine selection complete the menu. They also make dessert in the brick oven, try the banana w chocolate! It's also a great atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor dining.“

“This place is awesome !!! We met Matt the owner and he spoke of the renovation work that went into this new place . We ordered the combination with caramelized onion ..... ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS The wines we ordered along with our pie were perfect . I'd say it's the best pizza I have has in years from anywhere in Santa Cruz and I highly recommend having a go !!!! ENJOY !!!“

“This place is wonderful. The staff went above and beyond the expectation and delivered excellent quality customer service with a smile. It is located around a weirdly named street but that makes is even more charming and funky classic to the theme of Pizza My Heart. The place is well kept,Clean and holds a lot of local gem history on the walls.Dietary restrictions: The staff is mindful of people with food allergies and will custom make a pizza for you even if it is just one pieceParking: Limited so may need to carpool if you have a large group after sportsKid-friendliness: Very kid friendly astmosphere. It is kitty corner to the freeway entrance so it is funky with the location but the fountain drinks have good selection and it is clean. Close to local surf sport beaches.Wheelchair accessibility: Place is friendly to able folks in a wheelchair“

“Always fast service and never any mistakes with my orders. I honestly don’t understand why there CANT be an up charge for an additional item for the Pizza Sandwich. I’ve had mushrooms added previously but when they’re busy, it’s not okay. I always tip 18-20% and even more yesterday when I somehow accidentally added an extra item to a personal pizza and was refunded.When you only get a measly 6 jalapeños as your second item, are a few mushrooms gonna be a huge deal? Wouldn’t customer satisfaction be worth $.75? I’m lost on why you can add tons to a pizza and get charged for that but not on a sandwich. ?‍♀️“

“This place is wonderful! We both enjoyed the friendly hostess and server. Our appetizer and both entrees were perfect! One was ordered "spicy" and turned out to be the perfect amount of spiciness. This was a special night and we were grateful for the sweet, quiet ambiance.“

“What an extraordinary experience! Without a doubt, this establishment stands out as one of the best Italian restaurants in the Bay Area. From the moment we stepped in, the chef's warm welcome set the tone, as they graciously guided us through the evening's specials and highlighted their signature dishes. Our server mirrored this exceptional hospitality, ensuring every detail of our dining experience was flawlessly attended to. The commitment to quality shines through in every bite, with impeccably fresh ingredients sourced for each dish, including imported Italian wheat for their pasta--a testament to their dedication to authenticity. We began with the Culatello, which was the finest proscuitto of Italy, served with truffle "Carasau" cracker bread & rich straciatella cheese. From the first taste of the Carbonara to the rich flavors of the Parpadelle Ragu, featuring a sumptuous lamb-based sauce, every dish was a symphony of taste and texture, with the pasta cooked to a faultless al dente perfection. This dining experience immerses you in an ambiance that transports you to the heart of Italy. And to cap off this unforgettable experience, the special dessert, reminiscent of an Italian wedding cake, provided a sweet finale that left us longing for more. If you're seeking an unparalleled Italian dining experience, this is the place to be. Buon appetito!“

“Stopped in because Vegan Pizza was advertised and did not disappoint! The hot honey topping was perfect on the melty vegan cheese/veggie pizza. The wheat crust had an interesting fold and was crispy. I highly recommend the cinnabread! I ordered the candied pecans and ate the whole thing before I left the parking lot. 10/10 will return for another tasty pie or six!Vegetarian options: Veggie options and even a vegan option, too!“

“So I'm not gonna lie when we first pulled up we thought it was gonna be busy but it was completely dead. We were considering of going somewhere else but we wanted to give it a chance so we went inside order our pizza and it was a breeze also very nice service and we also got to play some ping-pong while we waited for our food so that was fun, the vibes here are very local which is nice. Highly recommend this place if you'd like thin cut pizza, maybe add a little bit more extra red sauce because it was a little amount they put on but a great place overall come check it out you put yourself. Also, almost forgot the best part that it's woodfired pizza !!“

“Quickly made my online order of bbq chicken before the due time. The staff were attentive and considerate, even made relevant small talk which getting me checked out. The place was clean and orderly, felt a bright and crisp vibe throughout the experience.“

“Finally some good food and coffee in the village! So stoked to have this place to walk to. The bagels, pizza, and drinks are all so good. Im obsessed. Some of my favorites: - The pistachio scone is always a must get - Riviera bagel is SO good - Carla latte - Blackberry matcha - Pizza You honestly can't go wrong here! LOVE!“

“We ordered the Garlic Bread, yummy herby and topped with cheese and marinara was yummy! We ordered a Large pizza with white sauce (Ricotta cheese) pepperoni and pineapple. The ricotta cheese was smooth and delicious and the pepperoni was the perfectly saviry to go with the sweet pineapple. The ranch, I'm guessing in house was yummy! The vibe of this place was chill, and the lighting really set the feel and mood. Staff was lovely and the food was great! Thanks for the food, I'll be back!Vegetarian options: Salads, garlic bread, pizza toppings YUMParking: Behind and In front. Out back is for pizza only after 4pm.“

“The veganized nachos were delicious!Has vegan cheese options (additional charge) and can customize some items for vegan options. if you want to customize to add more protein or add items, it adds up $.Server has said they can sub the meat, but I/they should have clarified how much each add on item was.Cool that they add a living wage tax.Vegetarian options: Vegetarian, have to modify for veganDietary restrictions: Ask about dietary“

“There's spaghetti specials, and ravioli specials and lasagna specials are great we like to buy a bunch of them meatballs and marinara sauce and have meatball sandwiches for the week. Good staff, good food, affordable prices. We usually take the food to go because the ambience is nothing to brag about but clean and okay for a quick slice of pizza“

“Couldn't reserve on Valentine's day, so we ate there on the 15th. The Val-day menu was still available, so we shared the last black truffle pizza, w. a cheese base flecked with small bits of truffle. Then the server shredded truffle slices over the top--OMG--$65 and worth every penny! (Regular pizzas range from $17 to $26.) For starters, we split an arugula salad and a vegetable side (brown butter braised cabbage--even if you hate cabbage, you'll love this). For dessert, we shared the affogato. The chocolate was molded and formed against the side and bottom of the cup, then they poured espresso into the cup. Superb. I said to my husband, "This tastes like Valrhona." You know you have an outstanding server when you ask which brand of chocolate was used. Zach answered, "Valrhona." I use this superb variety for every chocolate dessert I make.“

“Always a Pleasure to go to this area. I made a Point to get a slice of Pizza the last time. Don’t be confused by the other Pleasure Point Pizza across the street. (I think it’s the same ? Not sure)Located down the street from the Eye of the Bomb Cyclone storm that wiped out the wharf.It is a fun place to eat. You can feel the surfer vibes in this location. Retired Surf boards on the ceiling & surf paraphernalia all over the walls.The pizza selection was full with fresh baked slices. Can get a whole pizza option to eat in or to go. I had the veggie with artichokes was really fresh and tasty.Staff was busy & friendly. Parking out front. Great location. Walk to the beach with your pizza & watch surf pros“

“Outstanding restaurant, particularly with food and service. We arrived on a very busy, rainy Friday evening and put our name on the waitlist. It was a short wait so we decided to just wait there. We were treated with incredible hospitality from the beginning- someone (maybe the GM, I’m not sure his role) chatted with us while we waited and we immediately felt at ease and even more excited about the meal we were about to have. Our server was a consummate professional and she basically read my mind and made sure i had some mozz on my pizza. The food was some of the best I’ve had in Santa Cruz. But what makes me most eager to return is the wonderful experience of being welcomed as a guest at this lovely restaurant.“

“Stopped by at 7:55pm on a Saturday night, and got a table right away. We picked it because it was open and one person wanted pasta, another wanted a salad. The host says, "Just in time for the show." We had no idea what a treat we were in for! Moments later, what seemed to be a majority of the staff donned hats and boas and burst into a dance routine that lasted for 15 minutes! It was hilarious and fun and energetic - I didn't know where to look! I have no idea if this dance show is scheduled or we were just super lucky, but it made our night. The staff appeared to be enjoying themselves, which made it even more fun for us to watch. The food was just fine - we were all happy with our meals. But it was the dance show that prompted me to give the 5 stars! Hard to find dinner and show these days!“

“We arrived during off hours with our 2 young, tired and hungry children and it was absolutely perfect. The manager put on a movie (the new Super Mario Bros), food came out fast and was exactly what we were looking for — overall we are so happy to have found this place and highly recommend it!“

“I made sure I wrote a review for this restaurant because as I was eating my pizza I couldn't help but notice how insanely clean this establishment is! The cleanest restaurant I've ever been in, and that makes me feel better about the food I am eating. As far as the pizza goes, it tastes so good and it's way higher quality pizza than any other place in the area-- I've tried them all! A must try is the pepperoni pizza, the pepperonis are curled up & crunchy I could eat them like chips! And service was amazing as well!“

“Real hit or miss depending on what you get. Sicilian Square - Solid pizza. Better that most chain pizza shops. Decent rise on the dough/crust. Acceptable for price. Thin Crust - Worth avoiding. On par with red baron or other store bought frozen pizzas. No rise or color on the crust/dough. Not sure if it's the oven or the proofing time but they just can't seem to make a crispy thin crust. Not at all worth price. Service - friendly and quick“

“Great place near the beach for pizza....whole or by the slice,quiche whole or by the slice as well as pie and bagels. Coffee drinks as well that was good. Limited varieties of each item but very good flavor and at a modest price. Example....pizza slice 6.00, quiche with a slice of bread 9.00.Parking: Across from the beach so the lot is sometimes full. More parking down the street.“

“We had a taste for pizza and decided to give it a try. Let me tell you, Mountain Mike’s Pizza did not miss a beat. I ordered a cheese pizza and churros. The quality and freshness of both items were definitely worth every dime. 100% freshly made. Hands down the best pizza I’ve had in a while.The service was very thoughtful and brought us plates, utensils, and others items in order for us to have a great dinner at our hotel. We didn’t even have to ask. The delivery person was super nice and we were greeted with a smile.Keep up the good work! We appreciate and applaud your entire team’s dedication. Would recommend!“

“My husband and I celebrated our anniversary here and loved it!We really liked the Margherita Pizza, the Brussel Sprout Salad and the Chicken Fusilli.We will definitely be back for dinner and will try their brunch soon. Excited that they are now open for brunch on the weekends.Highly recommend this local restaurant!“

“Nice location, comfortable fun setting with fun live music. The owner is oddly rude, I ordered a wine flight, she seemed annoyed we were there but served us. I just thought maybe it was busy so didn't think much of it. She brought out our drinks and my flight good but wouldn't tell us what was in each glass. At first I thought maybe the rudeness was a joke, but no just didn't want to tell us what I was drinking. I was hoping to order a glass of one of the ones I liked but the owner was so rude we decided to just leave and move on. Very odd and disappointing. Maybe it was just a bad day.Update: thanks for the reply. We didn't realize how the blind flight worked and it was busy near closing so I guess we didn't pursue it too much. We will have to come try again, I did love the ambience and the flight was good. Maybe update the menu to explain how the blind flight works.“

“Hands down the best fast slice pizza in Santa Cruz. And at the right price too. The slices are massive, delicious, and I don't know how they're able to get the dough simultaneously so fluffy yet crunchy every bit of the way?! Ever since the ownership change, this place just keeps getting better and better. Lovely staff, and a great place to either sit and munch a slice or take to go. Skip pizza my heart and check these folks out.“

“Had dinner at Firehouse tonight, it was delicious! We had the cowboy pizza and riblet tips they were also delicious and the bbq sauce was so tasty! We met Sal and staff and all were so welcoming and accommodating. Look forward to enjoying another pizza night very soon!“

“I had the Pesto Gnocchi. Now I know why people like gnocchi. Amazing! They were so light, little clouds of potato and ricotta in a cream sauce. The sauce was delicious and not too heavy. I also got their simple green salad. It was very simple but the olive oil in the dressing was very nice. Whenever I eat something rich I like the freshness of something green and this worked perfectly! I will be back!“

“What I best admired about Mountain Mike's Pizza is that it's where the video game room is located. It had one video arcade game machine that had all of these classic 1980s video games. Ones that aren't rated mature. Ones that have nothing to do with the Marvel and DC Comic book heroes.Dietary restrictions: This place doesn't serve sugarless desserts. This place has to serve salt/sodium free salad dressings. ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ?“

“Wow, I forget how high class round table pizza is! Thanks team for getting my pizza done and hot! Delicious result!I ordered online and when I arrived few min early it came out right in time by a great team member. I thanked him! I admired the seating area as it was nice and clean and modern! There was a happy mom and daughter there eating! I would have taken a photo but rather not be in their business.This location is in shopping center with Safeway easily accessible!I ordered a medium online special 3 topping for $19.99 plus tax. I have pepperoni, pineapple, and spinach. The spinach makes it taste gourmet! Try it!Parking: You’re in a huge lot where Safeway and other strip mall stores.Kid-friendliness: A kid was in there at the time! Kids are happy when there is food especially pizza!!Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp to door and accessible.“

“The Cowell dining hall. What can I say. The oven roasted allergen free chicken? To die for. Natural bridges tofu scramble? Rocked my world. The plethora of fresh fruit on the side? Always a great start to my morning. White berry cookies? I would kill a man for one morsel of this cookie. The great service, the great food, and the great times make this a santa cruz must-see.“

“OK Mangiamo, here it goes. First time I tried their Pizza I didn’t care for it and I think it was because it doesn’t fit neatly into a traditional pizza bucket. It’s not New York style, too thick. It’s definitely not Neapolitan, too much sauce and everything else. Not Greek, crust is more pie crust like than the heavy Greek doughy crust. It’s not Chicago as the toppings are on top. Mangiamo does something all their own. It has a crust like a Chicago, spicy sauce like nobody, and thickness level that seems just right. The combo sans olives is my go to. They still have their own delivery which I love. I swear one night I had a pizza in my hand 20 minutes after I called it in, piping hot and delicious. It’s also nice to see local kids getting these delivery jobs. Enjoy!“

“The karaoke KJ did not have a new singer or singing a sing right after you already did protocol, which I found to be unfair as I was in the profession and ensured peoples turns. Food is alright. Typical bowling alley food it is just a better bar than most.“

“Okay this is one of the best meals we had in Santa Cruz this trip. Everyone was in the mood for Italian and we wanted something that wouldn't break the bank. It's very unassuming from the outside but oh my gosh was it good! We had the muffaletta, both kinds, and it was delicious. Very big portion so get it to share if you're ordering anything else. A couple of us had the lasagna which was also fantastic and a large portion. It's a house made sauce and you could tell. My sister had the meatball sandwich and it's HUGE! It's a true foot long with tons of meatballs/sauce. The rest of our party (kids) had the pizza and they said it was good as well. They really liked the taste of the sauce. Highly, highly recommend this place. It was easy to find and plenty of parking. Apparently they deliver as well.“

“Well...the pizza is great...although I've never dined in...so...the only service I have experienced is at the order area.We've been there three times now...they have a pizza with apple on it that was delicious.We've had The Big Sur twice...and if you like garlic the way we do...this pizza is perfect...although a bit pricey. Being so close to the seacliff campground I can see why.The photo is a picture I love in their lobby.“

“The round table produced the pizza quickly the soda fountain had syrup and the soda tasted good. Only reason I didn't give it 5 stars for atmosphere was that they are in the middle of a remodel and it smells like jointing compound in the dining room.“