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    Best Pizza in Pacific Beach (2026)

    The best pizza in Pacific Beach start with Napizza and Regents Pizzeria. Here's where locals actually go in 2026, what to order, and what you'll pay.

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    Quick answer: Top picks: Napizza, Regents Pizzeria, Pizza Port.

    Top 5 Pizza in Pacific Beach

    #2

    Regents Pizzeria

    La Jolla / UTC
    Order: NY cheese slice + hot honey pepperoni $5–7/slice

    The best straight-up NY slice in San Diego. Foldable, greasy in the right way.

    #3

    Pizza Port

    Solana Beach, Ocean Beach, Bressi Ranch
    Order: Slice + house beer $5–26

    Beach-town institution with craft beer brewed on-site and thin-crust pizza. Best casual pizza-and-a-pint.

    #4

    Buona Forchetta

    South Park (+ 4 other locations)
    Order: Sofia (burrata + prosciutto) + Regina Margherita $16–24

    AVPN-certified Neopolitan. Consistently ranked #1 or #2 pizza in the city. South Park original has the best patio.

    #5

    Bronx Pizza

    Hillcrest
    Order: Cheese slice + garlic knot $4–5/slice

    Cash-only classic NY slice shop. No substitutions, no attitude, one of SD's oldest.

    Local tips

    1. 1

      Neapolitan pies are meant to be eaten immediately — no leftovers.

    2. 2

      AVPN certification means the pizzeria meets Naples' official Neapolitan standards.

    3. 3

      Late-night pizza: Basic (East Village) until 2 AM weekends, Bronx Pizza (Hillcrest) until 1 AM.

    4. 4

      For a group, split a Margherita and a spicy pie from the same menu.

    5. 5

      Best pizza-and-a-beer combo: Pizza Port Solana Beach on a sunny weekday afternoon.

    6. 6

      In Pacific Beach, Napizza is the local anchor for pizza.

    FAQ

    Where can I find the best pizza in Pacific Beach?

    The best pizza in Pacific Beach include Napizza, Regents Pizzeria, Pizza Port. Napizza is the top local pick for Roman-style pizza al taglio by the pound, priced $8–14/slice.

    What is the best pizza in Pacific Beach?

    Locals point to Napizza as the best pizza in Pacific Beach — Rectangular Roman-style pizza sold by weight. Order 2–3 slices to try different flavors.

    How much does pizza cost in Pacific Beach?

    Expect $8–14/slice to $5–7/slice per person at the top pizza spots in Pacific Beach. Prices are current for 2026.

    Are there pizza spots in Pacific Beach for tourists?

    Yes — Pacific Beach has pizza options that work for visitors, including Napizza, Regents Pizzeria, Pizza Port. Most are casual and don't require a reservation, though weekend brunch and omakase counters are exceptions.

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