50 Best Pizza Restaurants near Portola Valley

“Great food and pet friendly.“

“Great! I love this place. So good.“

“Always have 2 slices 1 is never enough. It’s that good..“

“Elevated beer and pizza, and pinball to boot. Owners and staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Their pizza menu is solid, and they’re good with swapping out ingredients for vegans, etc.“

“I ate at Pazzo on Wednesday and had a great experience. The restaurant is take out only. I ordered at the restaurant instead of on the phone. The staff were super friendly and helpful with recommendations. The order took about 20 minutes and we had a drink outside while waiting. I HIGHLY recommend the shrimp and grits. Over anything else on the menu! And I was told the gnocchi was amazing too iAnd of course the pizza is awesome!“

“New York Pizza in Palo Alto is, in my opinion, the best pizza in the Bay Area. The taste of their pizzas is absolutely delightful, and the ingredients are fresh and high-quality. The staff is just amazing, so attentive, friendly, and always ready to serve and make sure you’re satisfied. I love dining in, but their delivery service is also fantastic. It’s a treat every single time! Thank you for everything!“

“Best pizza in the Bay Area!“

“Fantastic, authentic Italian food with great atmosphere and service! We got pancetta pizza, arugula salad and lasagna - everything was fab! The lasagna was different and delicious. Clearly this restaurant is a passion project for the owners and they are putting in a lot of effort to make it stand out with their food and ambiance. White table cloth and table lamp adds a very special touch! Read their origin story, very sweet!“

“Hot, yummy, and always satisfying! We really loved Pizza Guys — especially the garlic roll appetizer. It was perfectly crispy with lots of garlic and cheese. The pizza is affordable, tasty, and reliable; we’ve been ordering from here even before moving to San Carlos. I’m excited to try more of their crust and sauce options next time. This location also offers vegan cheese, which we really appreciate. The owner is kind, the workers are humble, and the service is consistently good. We also love their pickup deal — spend over $25 and you get a free drink or ice cream. After pizza, we decided to watch the calories and grabbed a giant bottle of water instead 😄 Super convenient and always a great experience.“

“I had a really enjoyable experience at State of Mind Public House and Pizzeria. The atmosphere was lively but still comfortable, making it a great place to sit down and relax with a meal. The pizza was fresh, well-made, and full of flavor, with a crust that stood out in particular. The drinks were also well prepared and paired nicely with the food. The staff was friendly and kept everything running smoothly, which made the visit even more enjoyable.“

“pizza is great highly recommend the margaritas pizza“

“One of the best up-and-coming pizzas in the bay. Plain cheese has always been great and I recently got the "Pub Grub" pizza lab special that had buffalo cauliflower and a house made ranch sauce, probably the best speciality pizza I've ever had.“

“My family and I were searching for a great pizza spot near San Carlos and stumbled upon Impasto through Google Maps. I managed to snag a reservation just an hour beforehand, and I’m so glad I did because there were only two slots left. Shortly after we arrived, the place packed out—in the best way possible.

The interior is absolutely beautiful. My wife and I couldn't stop admiring the color palette and how well the entire design came together. Even the small details, like the flower vases on the tables, were incredibly thoughtful.

Our server, Jackson, was fantastic. He gave us great recommendations and, refreshingly, didn't make us feel uncomfortable when we decided to skip drinks that night—something that happens way too often at other places.

Every single thing we ordered was incredible, from the pizza and the roasted beet salad to the veal cannelloni special and tiramisu.

My only minor hurdle was the initial confusion with parking, but the hostess kindly cleared that up for us so we know exactly where to go on our next visit. We will definitely be back!“

“pizzas muy ricas y saludables buen servicio“

“Pizza calzone was amazing! The desserts were so delicious 😋.“

“This is the best Mountain Mikes in all the Bay Area, and I have been to a lot of them. Staff are super nice, they manage the lunch buffet very well, and it's clean. Their pizza tastes really good and they always put fresh ones out for the buffet.“

“YES, Best pizza 🍕 ever !!!“

“it was very good 👍 my new favorite place for pie“

“Love the pizza there, we ordered white pie and red pie. Both are great taste“

“Excellent pizza and service is great!“

“Tried Curry Pizza House in Kent, WA for the first time. Great flavors! Wonderful wings, Desi bread, and pizza! The mango lassis are yummy. Definitely check it out!“

“I love this place and all the Pizza My Heart locations. It's next to the Theatre, reasonably priced, and good food. Nice slice selection and also salads (Manresa all the way!!)
Where's the question? Fan for over a decade. Bought the tshirt today. ❣️“

“Tried this pizza place after hearing a few good things about it, and it turned out to be a pretty solid choice. The pizza came out hot, the crust had a nice texture, and the toppings tasted fresh. I ordered a large pepperoni and was happy with how generous they were with it. The staff was friendly and checked on us a couple times without being overbearing. The place itself was clean and had a relaxed vibe. It wasn't the absolute best pizza I've ever had, but it was definately one I'd order again. Overall, a good local spot if you're craving pizza.“

“Amazing burgers and pizza! Perfect location for parties and gatherings or just dinner with family and friends! Friendly staff!“

“the bomb. probably better than old school BLONDIES WHICH I SAW NOW LOCATED S.F. WESTFIELD MALL“

“Was excited to try Tony Gemignani’s “Apricot Fields” slice (exclusive to Mountain View), and he did not disappoint. Chalk up another winner that went great with our Cal-Italia, and the Wise Guy. A little Hot Honey and extra fig preserve allowed us to add a custom touch as each desired. Can’t even complain about the wait for a closer Slice House, because I know Tony Respects the Craft too much to rush any location before they are up to the highest standards. Bravo!“

“They used a third party for delivery, which ended up being awful, but the customer service provided to resolve the issue was on point. The manager went above and beyond to correct the issue and did it as fast as possible. Super grateful for her efforts!“

“Overall a good experience,
I ordered the half pie deep dish pizza(can’t recall what toppings), which was flavorful and the bread had a nice crust on outside and fluffy inside. The shop has nice inside decor and great outdoor seating to enjoy the nice weather. Considering there was only a group of three in front of me I felt it took longer than usual(when compared to other pizza shops).“

“It's a good place to get kids pizza. Good pizza at fair price. Dont expect you new york style or Italian think crust with taste in tough, crust, sauce or topping.
Gets the job done when you got to get kids fed at park or order late night when everything is closed on holidays or after dark.

Service is friendly and place is clean.“

“Appetizers and dinner was great. So good to be able to eat outdoors.“

“Service was good and the pizza was good.“

“Good pizza..“

“you gotta try the Sunday Special " Birria Pizza 🍕" Best in the bay area!“

“10/10 exterior decor. We love an icon.
Recommend painting the interior so I can feel like I’m actually at the round table with King Arthur. A little too millennial gray considering all the sick decor.
Bring back the rest of the personality baby!

Great service, great food.“

“On the way back for the morning, we stopped by Emmanuel’s Pizza and Bakery to get our lunch. This time, we bought a Large Pizza with 3 toppings ($32 inclusive of taxes) and we chose BBQ chicken, chorizo and mushroom which turned out to be very delicious. They were made-to-order and we waited for about 25 minutes for the pizza to be boxed up, fresh from the oven for us.

Back at our AirBnB, we found Emmanuel’s Pizza to be so delicious! Love the crust and the ingredients were also prepared separately. For instance, the BBQ chicken was so tender and flavourful. The portion and ingredients were also very generous – so much so that we could only eat 3 slices each and keep half the pizza for tomorrow’s breakfast. A really satisfying meal, reminding us that with the experience from Gianni’s and Emmanuel’s, USA does make excellent made-to-order pizzas...

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“Their Hawaiian pizza is delicious.“

“I Looove it, I just cant understand why I ask for extra crust flavor and never get any at all. Please fix, its been months.....“

“My first time here and the food was great I tried the pepperoni pizza and I would 100% recommend. The service here was amazing the staff were very helpful and friendly. Also thanks to Nelson my first interaction with Avanti pizza was wonderful! Would 100% come again.“

“I’ve been eating Toto’s pizza since they where in Daly City and it’s still my favorite.“

“Very good pizza, thin crust for our taste. We shared a large pizza with 3 adults. We also shared a large Cesar's salad. Our son had the sliders and loved them. We enjoyed their drinks and a nice beer. Convenient location in San Carlos!“

“I had a great experience at Pizza My Heart in Mountain View, and I especially want to thank Daniela for her outstanding service. She was incredibly kind, patient, and genuinely willing to help. When I placed my order and later had to make some changes, she went out of her way to assist me and even helped make sure I could still keep the best discount available.

It’s rare to see someone put in that much effort to help a customer, and Daniela did it with a great attitude the entire time. Her friendliness and dedication really made the experience better. Thank you, Daniela!“

“I had an amazing experience at Italico Restaurant! The food was fresh and flavorful, especially the truffle pasta and wood-fired pizza. The service was top-notch, and the atmosphere was cozy yet modern. I’ll definitely be back to enjoy more of their delicious dishes. Highly recommend!“

“In truth, I recommend Jessica --the front desk-- who makes sure that I receive extra marinara as well as extra sauce Anglaise... for takeout. Until, we talked, I stopped ordering from Terun on principle. I was a frequent client. Takeout customers must be honored for requests that are gladly honored when in the dining room. Takeout customers should be thanked for not causing dirty tablecloths and dishes -- and LOYALTY. Jessica reinstated that loyalty. I truly hope that the owners appreciate her. Without extra sauces the food is too dry. With it, delicious. The prices honor extra sauces and more!“

“Pizza is the best in town! Gotta stop by and say “hi” to the new manger Garry and some memorable staff. If you’re not a pizza fan no worries; they got you covered with fresh salads, soup, pasta and a few desserts. I recently heard the beer list might be rotating for us beer fans out there. See you soon!“

“Mountain Mike’s – Menlo Park’s Certified Slice of Nostalgia

Welcome back to another episode of Local Eats For People Who Know Better, and today’s star is none other than Mountain Mike’s in Menlo Park. A Bay Area staple. The kind of spot that doesn’t need to reinvent itself every three years. No sourdough crust, no “Neapolitan-style artisan fire-kissed flatbread.” Just heat, cheese, carbs, and memories from a simpler, pre-smartphone era.

Before you even walk inside, the aroma creeping across that Main Street intersection hits you with the force of a Chuck E. Cheese pizza siren. A primal call. A scent that grabs your childhood by the collar and drags it out of hiding. By the time you pull the door open, you’re already halfway transported to 1998, seatbelt optional.

Inside, nothing tries to impress you—and that’s exactly why it slaps. No animatronic rodents. No LED menus. No QR-code ordering labyrinth with a “20 percent tip for literally handing you a cup” prompt. This place is a preserved time capsule: warm, chaotic, stubborn, and beautifully unfancy.

We pulled up on a Thursday and ordered a large cheese pizza with jalapeños to split like joint custody. Bless the pizza gods, because it just so happened to be half-off large pizza night. Destiny. Fate. Providence. Whatever it was, we didn’t question it.

We wandered into the arcade corner to kill some time, and the lineup is exactly what you’d expect from a place running on pure tradition. A graveyard of mostly fighting games, modded cabinets held together by prayer, controllers drifting harder than a 1994 Civic on bald tires. Street Fighter Turbo, MK1/Trilogy, NFL Blitz, Golden Tee, X-Men 4-player, Deer Hunt. Free play, baby. Calibrate your expectations… because the joysticks definitely aren’t calibrated.

Slightly charred bottom, yeast-forward crust, cheese melted into a perfect golden blanket, jalapeños sprinkled with the kind of confidence only a seasoned pizza vet possesses. Whoever was working back-of-house that Thursday deserves a medal. The pizza did what pizza is supposed to do: slap.

The front-of-house team held it down too. Two cashiers greeting customers with actual warmth instead of that dead-behind-the-eyes “I hate my job and everyone in this building” retail energy we’ve all survived. Hospitality wasn’t forced. Smiles weren’t fake. Management clearly runs a disciplined ship, and everyone—from the register to the oven—pulled their weight.

Overall? I’d take a fresh, steamy slice from Mike’s over Round Table next door any day of the week. Between the nostalgia, the customer service, the arcade lineup held together with duct tape, and the old-school Menlo Park charm, this spot still honors tradition in all the right ways.

There’s nothing more American than inhaling a cheese or pepperoni slice while chugging a Mountain Dew, wondering where your life went wrong and also feeling comforted at the same time.

It is your constitutional right to bear pizza.

And Mountain Mike’s Menlo Park is still out here defending that right with pride.“

“We've known this restaurant for over ten years, and we go there regularly with great pleasure. The real highlight is the decor, of course, with an incredibly interesting and even historical collection from the region! This bric-a-brac is a delight every time, especially for the children.
And the service is really friendly and fantastic!“

“Cafe Zoë is an incredible little community space that serves delicious beverages, food and entertainment. Kathleen, Zoë and the staff are truly amazing and provide great service. They are community minded and love how they support the arts as well.“

“My favorite place to grab pizza from when I am in RWC. I am specifically a huge fan of their crust. I don't know what they do, I just can't seem to have the same experience with all the other round tables. I just keep coming back here for more. Don't miss out on this place if you haven't tried it. I recommend their King Arthur Supreme, Maui Zaui and pepperoni, the garlic ties and their boneless chicken wings plain with dipping ranch.“