San Francisco's Best Pizza 2008

Toppings are the star at this well-regarded local chain.

Reviews:

• “The worst service I have ever had”
• “Terrible Delivery Service”
• “Unreliable delivery”
• “What happened?”
• “Terrible Pizza. Terrible delivery.”

Tips: Late night craving? North Beach delivers until 2am every night.

North Beach Pizza – North Beach or email North Beach Pizza – North Beach

Sourdough crust, fresh toppings and a gorgeous city view make this Potrero Hill eatery the ultimate neighborhood pizza joint.

Reviews:

• “Good, but not great”
• “Not recommended on Monday Night.”
• “Truly San Francisco”
• “Best Pizza I Have Ever Had”
• “I had a blast”

Tips: Monday nights, there’s an all-you-can-eat pizza and salad special for $8.95. Kids eat for $4.95. To avoid the crowds, arrive before 6pm or after 8:30pm.

Goat Hill Pizza or email Goat Hill Pizza

Gourmet pizza in the Marina is a hit with locals and bargoers.

Reviews:

• “Somethin in the Pizza I tells ya”
• “Terrible”
• “How does this place stay in business?”
• “If it grows or walks on this planet, you can have it on your pizza here”
• “Their Hula Hula is the best”

Tips: A steady wave of barhoppers makes for long lines after hours.

Pizza Orgasmica

Piping-hot pies and more Italian classics in an ultra-casual atmosphere.

Reviews:

• “good affordable delivery”
• “Loved the spagettini”
• “great for take out!”
• “I’d rather eat frozen pizza than Uncle Vito’s!!!”
• “Poor imitation of Italian food”

Uncle Vito’s Pizzeria or email Uncle Vito’s Pizzeria

Crispy deep-dish draws crowds to this casually cool parlor in the Western Addition.

Reviews:

• “the stars are accurate”
• “Unquestionably the best pizza in this city”
• “patriciaterry”
• “mmm deepdish pizza”
• “As good as chicago style gets in San Francisco”

Little Star Pizza or email Little Star Pizza

Indian pizza with naan bread crust has earned this Mission restaurant a cult following.

Reviews:

• “Absolutely horrific”
• “Great Pizza – TEERRRRRIBLE Service”
• “Indian Pizza!”
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• “long time customer”

Tips: Call ahead for take-out, or order a pizza for delivery.

Zante’s Pizza and Indian Cuisine

Get an authentic New York slice without hopping on the subway.

Reviews:

• “Just OK”
• “Don’t Be a Pedestrian (When Walking into a Dump Pizza Joint Like This)”
• “okay pizza..terrible employees”
• “Decent thin crust…”
• “Best slice in SF”

Tips: Full pies are available for around $18.

Arinell Pizza

Petite Mission pizzeria attracts a casual crowd with fresh ingredients and affordable prices.

Reviews:

• “BEST PIZZA”
• “plenty of pizza restaurants in the city-why eat here?”
• “Great pizza, awkward service”
• “A great addition to the city’s pizza selection”
• “A “slice” of Naples"

Tips: Reservations are not accepted. Arrive early, put your name on the chalkboard and head to a nearby watering hole if there’s a lengthy wait. Call the restaurant 10 minutes before you’re supposed to be seated; the space holds 30 people and delays can happen.

Pizzeria Delfina

This hopping joint brings a touch of southern Italy to the see-and-be-seen Marina, serving some of the city’s most authentic regional fare.

Reviews:

• “Bad Experience”
• “86 A16”
• “Atmosphere Poor – Lamb Tough – The Emperor Has No Clothes!”
• “Not Overrated”
• “doesn’t warrant the bold claims”

Tips: Don’t fret if you don’t have a reservation. A number of spots, whether at the bar or the cafe tables, are reserved for walk-in diners.

A16 or email A16

Lower Hayes pizzeria serves salads and saucy Chicago-style pies.

Reviews:

• “Mediocre pizza, lousy service”
• “patxi’s pretty good”
• “Great lunch spot”
• “Extremely good customer service”
• “YUM!!!”

Tips: Any pizza can be ordered deep-dish, regular crust or extra-thin. Deep-dish is worth the wait (approximately 40 minutes).

Patxi’s Chicago Pizza

Arguably the city’s best pizza, bread and breakfast treats—all in the same place.

Reviews:

• “Best bakery in San Francisco!!”
• “Great baked goods and pizza!”
• “Bakery goods are made on the premises”
• “FANTASTIC”
• “Probably better in the a.m.”

Tips: Parking in the Inner Sunset is notoriously tough, so take advantage of the bakery’s 10-percent discount for bikers and Fast Pass holders and leave the car at home.

Arizmendi Bakery

Gourmet slices, organic salads and crayons on the table highlight this Inner Mission pizzeria.

Reviews:

• “Fabulous Pizza!”
• “the point is… the pizza is killer.”
• “If this is California Pizza…”
• “Sticker Shock!”
• “Best Pizza in the city!”

Tips: Reservations are only accepted for groups of eight or more.

Pauline’s Pizza

A fresh take on thin-crust pizza draws fans to this tiny spot deep in the Richmond

Reviews:

• “disapointing”
• “Pizzetta 211- be your own waiter!”
• “Great, very tiny, pizza spot.”
• “Love Pizzetta”
• “Horrible service, rude waiters, not worth it”

Tips: Avoid the wait: Nibble on gourmet pizzas during the mellow hours (3pm-6pm) on weekends and before 6:30pm on weekdays.

Pizzetta 211

Attentive service and hearty Italian dishes draw a hip, 30-something crowd to this loft-like SoMa space.

Reviews:

• “Definately not gourmet SF food!”
• “Great Value and great atmosphere with decent food”
• “Great service, great environment, and GREAT FOOD!!!”
• “We’ll be back!”
• “Worst Service, bar none”

Tips: A lot is conveniently located across the street, but proximity to the ballpark means a significant hike in rates on game nights.

Zuppa

The service is quick, the slices are big and fresh, and there’s tie-dye everywhere.

Reviews:

• “good for a mid-shopping snack”
• “BAY AREA’s BEST”
• “tasty, cheap, great location”
• “Outstanding!”
• “San Francisco Treat”

Tips: The lunch rush can be especially intense. To avoid long lines, go before noon or after 2pm.

Blondie’s Pizza

Casual New York-style pizza joint offers 22 different pizzas in addition to a wide variety of American classics.

Reviews:

• “Good Deal But”

Tips: Browse options and order online.

Cybelle’s Pizza

A hip, friendly pizza parlor with a colorful setting and pies named for painters.

Reviews:

• “Best pizza in SF”
• “Awesome Pizza, Friendly Staff, no Attitude”
• “Funky little neighborhood pizza joint”
• “Great Pizza Joint in Russian Hill”
• “Best pizza in the neighbourhood, but don’t order for delivery or go there on the weekend.”

Tips: Peaks hours are 7pm-9pm daily, go for an early dinner and avoid the rush.

Za Pizza

Neighborhood boite tucked amidst Rincon Hill’s high-rises stays true to its name with a focus on fresh, seasonal, local fare.

Reviews:

• “Worst Service Ever!!! We had more interactions with the flies in the restaurant!!!!”
• “The WORST bar service…ever.”
• “Great new spot”
• “Good food, great wines, cool scene, but slow service”

Tips: Sommelier Mark Bright (formerly of Michael Mina) has crafted an impressive wine list with 40 by-the-glass options featuring bottles from California, Europe and emerging wine markets such as India and Japan.

Local Kitchen & Wine Merchant

Pizzette, antipasti and inventive cocktails are upscale Italian comfort food made for sharing and indulging through the night.

Reviews:

• “Don’t bother”

Tips: Although the kitchen closes nightly at midnight, the bar continues serving until 2am.

Beretta

This Glen Park trattoria is both a neighborhood spot and a critic’s favorite, serving thin-crust pizzas, antipasti and rotating meat and fish specials.

Reviews:

• “Absolutely Fantastic”
• “Missed the mark”

Tips: Try a glass of the Santo dessert wine with one of the house-made sweets.

Gialina Pizzeria