47 Best Pizza Restaurants near Aptos

“I have never had a bad experience here! Every time the pizza is phenomenal. The toppings are fresh and plentiful, we order here often! We get our pizza customized with the gluten-free crust and vegan cheese so it can accommodate our family of gluten-free dairy free folks and I am so grateful for the accommodation without sacrificing any taste! Top notch establishment!“

“This is MY go-to pizzeria. I like Pizza My Heart & I like Mountain Mike's & I like the other chains, but this one is good all the time, & it's right here in Aptos & it's super good. I like it very much. It's MY favorite.“

“I would recommend their deep dish pizza. The sauce has a lot of flavor.“

“Churchills is amazing.“

“We ordered a takeout pizza 20 minutes before closing as we were driving into Aptos. The staff was very accommodating and said they would be there when we were to arrive in 25 minutes. They had the pizza ready and it was very good. Great job Pizza 1 Aptos!“

“I love this pizza! Can’t get enough unfortunately…😉 I have been eating VH at various locations for over 30 yrs. Every time we pass through Aptos, we try and time it perfectly for lunch or dinner. Great location too.“

“Pizza is very good. Friendly people work their. Staff is very good and help you rite away. Price is good and lot of space. Love to visit again“

“Fourth time here and still left impressed. Pizza, gnocchi, ragu, and sole dishes were fantastic. Didn leave room for desert but tried the strawberry and cream and lemon curd, anyway. Glad we did. Drinks were great too. Nice enough for a date night. Casual enough to be a great neighborhood hang. 10/10.“

“I might recommend this place for its pies & pastries, but not their coffee offerings. I guess they don’t get many requests for mochas because what I got was mostly milk with a splash of coffee & zero chocolate. Getting it iced costs another 50¢, which I’ve never seen before. They really don’t promote their coffee beverages, so…. Hopefully your experience will be better.“

“my first time here, so so delicious 😋“

“My wife and I had a great time. The pizza was awesome! Highly recommend 🍕“

“We were in Capitola craving pizza, but the line at Pizza My Heart was out the door, so we hopped over to Buzzo in Soquel. Best decision of the day! The space has a modern, relaxed vibe that makes you want to stay a while, and the open kitchen was a great experience. We loved watching the chefs in action as they stretched the dough and slid pizzas into the fire. I ordered the mushroom pizza with truffle and added pepperoni and sausage. The fire-cooked crust was crisp and slightly charred, and the earthy truffle with the savory meats was an amazing combo. We paired it with beer and wine, which made it a perfect meal. On top of that, the service was amazing. Friendly, attentive, and they made us feel welcome right away. If you're in Capitola and don't want to wait, Buzzo is just minutes away and well worth it. We'll definitely be back!“

“Traveling through Santa Cruz and stopped here for lunch. We're fans of Detroit style pizza so we're excited to give it a try.

Couldn't have been happier with the food. Bookie’s will definitely be on our short list for places to eat if we're in Santa Cruz.“

“The best pizza ever!! We always come here❤️👏🏻👍🏻“

“Hands down the best pizza I’ve ever had, period! It’s incredibly fresh, perfectly crafted, and the crust is exactly what you want—beyond crisp on the outside and perfectly fluffy on the inside. They also make amazing sandwiches! I was helped by Chloe, and her wonderful energy and kindness made my visit extra special. Love it here! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Love that we can grab pizza and snacks all in one place, delicious!“

“Great tasting dough! Fake characters to get to the 25 requirement“

“The food was fantastic and the service was on point!“

“We recently had a birthday party for my son here. It went so smoothly. The staff was completely on top of our needs. They even stored our pizza and ice cream cake leftovers for us while we went next door for a movie! I highly recommend this restaurant not only for the stellar service, but the food is also incredible. Can't wait to come back for more!“

“The best pizza ever!! We always come here❤️👏🏻👍🏻“

“Engfers is the best Pizza in Santa Cruz - No question about it!!! Great staff as well. My partner is from Brooklyn, she knows pizza - she agrees, it's the best in town!“

“Love the fish and chips along with a new favorite… chicken pozole soup. Need some radish and cabbage to top it off!“

“Love their pizzas!! A very nice assortment. 😋“

“In the immortal words of Guy Fieri, the breakfast sandwich at La Marea is “OUT OF BOUNDS.”

The special sauce, the cheddar cheese, the ham…a perfect amalgamation of flavor and balance all on an everything bagel. 11/10 would recommend.

Also, the staff was very friendly and welcoming. The wife was a big fan of the pistachio coffee. If you’re in Capitola and looking for a coffee and a bite, check this place out!“

“Growing up in Watsonville, Pizza Mia was the quintessential spot for a quick, satisfying slice, a concept that feels rare these days. Returning after more than a decade, I was eager to see if it lived up to my memories, and it absolutely did.

The pizza remains consistently good, the crust is thin but not too thin, with a soft, fluffy interior and a satisfying crisp. The sauce is the real standout, it's light, slightly sweet, and perfectly balanced, complementing every bite. It is simple, unpretentious, and exactly what you hope for from a neighborhood pizzeria.

Service is fast, and the pricing is fair. I had three slices of pepperoni pizza and three water bottles for $13.81. What struck me most is how Pizza Mia manages to deliver both nostalgia and quality, proving that some local favorites are timeless. The only downside is that I noticed the seating area is now closed, which is a bummer as that was a place to sit, eat, and enjoy your pizza and maybe play an arcade game.

For anyone in Watsonville craving a classic slice done right, this is a must visit!“

“Sooo disappointed! Highly recommended! We purchased to go an extra large combination When we got home and opened the box: Totally dry and overcooked I would have liked to send them a message - rather than - Facebook. Not an option. Lynne“

“First time there. By far the best pizza I’ve had in a long time. I highly recommend it.“

“It’s the best, most authentic Italian food restaurant in Santa Cruz, and the ambience is so comfortable and inviting.“

“my first time here, so so delicious 😋“

“Great food by a talented kitchen staff. We enjoyed every bite!“

“I was here on Friday, 9/4 around 3 o'clock, and the Girl who helped me at the counter deserves a raise. She's really friendly and it's authentic, it doesn't have that false Customer service vibe. She was also moving very quickly and taking care of a lot of orders on her own and gave me a HUGE slice 😎“

“Bingo was so fun! Fabulous pizza, dessert was yummy. Everybody who works there is very friendly, the entire establishment is inviting.😍“

“I had to make a large order for a family gathering, and the staff was very helpful, especially since I called early. The pizzas were ready, tasty, big, and exactly what we ordered, and the staff helped us carry them out.

Treat the folks at Hugo’s well, because they treat you well.“

“We order many pizza's every year for our daughter's birthday parties we have at the park down the street. This place is amazing and the service is always awesome! I also enjoy supporting a local business!“

“I walked in, but needed to use the App to receive my Bday coupon. I set up the App, ordered my BBQ crustless pizza, then the employee confirmed my order was received. He made sure the order was correct, then he prepped my order. Very quick, and very tasty!“

“My husband and I love coming in for the lunch buffet. It's so delicious!“

“Champagne AND spaghetti?! I am so happy you can order Caruso's at Vin Vivant. A match made in Heaven!

The Caruso family is so nice and the food is just delicious, pure comfort food. The Gnocchi Al Forno is the best gnocchi I've ever had. Pillowy gnocchi in a hearty, garlicky marinara. It's like eating a WARM HUG.

I also love the Fettuccine Vodka and Chicken Parmesan. The complimentary bread with roasted garlic oil is such a nice gift.“

“Been going here since I was little. I love the pizza 🍕“

“food, fantastic, service, fantastic, quality, fantastic, you need to experience this place to truly understand how great this place is. thanks Alfredo!!!!“

“Pizza was fantastic, service not so much. Could use a good cleaning.“

“this is a must stop when I'm in Santa Cruz I love the pizza here“

“I don’t like there service.“

“Best little Caesars pizza 🍕 I've ever had. I'm from Central valley and we're vacationing here in Santa Cruz. We wanted something fast and fullfilling and reasonable we stop here and service was definitely fast, workers were courteous and pizza was hot & ready fresh out of oven crust was perfect not over cooked or hard like some places. Perfect amount of pepperoni & cheese. Definitely would recommend this pizza place. When we came home we stopped at our local little Caesars and definitely didn't taste as good as this place.“

“Ordered a custom medium pesto pizza. My first time ordering here because I just moved to the area. Good pie. Ready on time. I did pickup and the pie was ready on time and no wait getting it. I like deep dish, but that is not an option here. I am glad they have a gluten-free crust option because my wife is gluten intolerant.“

“Hosted my daughter’s birthday at this great venue. Cathy was an attentive and organized one woman show— doing food and wine orders. All of us relaxed and enjoyed ourselves for a few hours. Cork and Fork is an oasis that feels very private and intimate. Thank you, Cathy, for all you did to make that party a success.“

“Awesome people and pizza 😍“

“karaoke night is the best“