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La Sorted's
8.2
Wood-fired pizza operation from owner Tommy Brockert delivers fluffy, beautifully bubbled crust with creative toppings like Italian sausage with kale and hot honey pepperoni. The casual counter-service format and outdoor seating make it ideal for quick family meals, while the mortadella focaccia sandwich has earned recognition as one of LA's best.
Must-Try Dishes:
Good Boi Pizza, Spicy But Oh So Sweet Boy, Mortadella Focaccia Sandwich
Scores:
Value: 8.6
Service: 7.9
Consistency: 8.4
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 7.3
Cultural Relevance: 8
What makes it special: Former pop-up now permanent with wood-fired oven creating perfectly charred crusts
Who should go: Families wanting quality pizza without formality or long waits
When to visit: Weekday lunch to avoid evening crowds near busy Sunset
What to order: Good Boi pizza, mortadella sandwich, garlic knots
Insider tip: Follow their Instagram for creative weekly specials like Dodger Dog pizza
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking on Sunset and side streets - competitive but doable. Small lot behind building fits 4-5 cars. Arrive 10 mins early or park on residential streets one block north.
Dress code: Casual counter-service spot - jeans, t-shirts, athleisure all fine. It's a pizza joint, dress for comfort.
Noise level: Moderate outdoor noise from Sunset traffic, but tables spread enough for easy conversation. Inside counter area gets louder during rush.
Weekend wait: 15-25 min wait for food after ordering, no table reservations needed. Arrive before 6:30pm to snag outdoor seating.
Weekday lunch: Minimal wait - order and eat within 30 minutes total. Peak rush 12-1pm but moves quickly.
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - multiple pizza options including margherita, mushroom varieties, and veggie-forward seasonal specials. Focaccia can be ordered without meat.
Vegan options: Limited - request pizza without cheese, they'll add extra veggies. Not their specialty but they'll accommodate.
Gluten-free options: No gluten-free crust available. Not the spot if you need GF options.
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Solid casual first date spot - low pressure counter-service keeps it relaxed, outdoor seating adds ambiance, and sharing pizzas is naturally interactive. Skip if you want romance or quiet intimacy.
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations taken - it's first-come, first-served counter service. Order inside, grab outdoor seating if available. Weekday lunch is your best bet for guaranteed seating.
Is it kid-friendly? Extremely kid-friendly - casual vibe, quick service, outdoor space for restless kids, and pizza that appeals to picky eaters. One of Silver Lake's better family pizza options. All ages welcome.
How long does a meal take here? 30-45 minutes total for the full experience - order at counter, pizzas take 8-12 minutes from the wood-fired oven, eat and go. Perfect for when you want quality fast.
Do they deliver or is it dine-in only? Takeout available and pizza travels well for 10-15 minutes. Check delivery apps for third-party delivery, but pickup is faster and keeps the crust crispier.
Best For
Better for: Best for: Families wanting wood-fired quality without sit-down restaurant formality, quick lunch that doesn't sacrifice quality, creative weekly specials you won't find elsewhere. Tommy's crust rivals high-end spots but at casual prices.
Skip if: Choose elsewhere if: You want full-service dining with drinks and appetizers, need guaranteed seating for large groups (6+), want a quiet romantic atmosphere, or require extensive gluten-free/vegan menus. This is counter-service pizza done exceptionally well - not a full restaurant experience.
La Sorted's
7.9
Dodgers-themed pizzeria that's earned acclaim for Italian focaccia sandwiches alongside wood-fired pies. The mortadella sandwich with burrata and pistachio cream on house-made focaccia stands out, though the Lil Tony with fried mortadella and Philippe's hot mustard has become a neighborhood favorite for pre-game crowds.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mortadella Sandwich with Pistachio Cream, The Godfather Sandwich, Lil Tony
Scores:
Value: 8
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.4
Atmosphere: 7.2
Cultural Relevance: 8.1
What makes it special: House-made focaccia elevates Italian sandwiches with neighborhood sports bar energy
Who should go: Dodger fans and Italian sandwich enthusiasts seeking quality casual dining
When to visit: Weekday lunch to avoid game-day rushes and parking challenges
What to order: Mortadella with burrata, meatball sandwich, any wood-fired pizza
Insider tip: Counter seating only—plan for takeout or nearby park picnic
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only—challenging during Dodger games. Sunset Boulevard spots within 2 blocks, or park at Echo Park Lake and walk 10 minutes
Dress code: Casual all day—Dodgers gear fits right in, especially on game days
Noise level: Lively sports bar atmosphere—expect ESPN on TVs and game-day energy, better for groups than intimate conversation
Weekend wait: 15-20 min for counter seats during games, 5-10 min otherwise (counter service only)
Weekday lunch: Minimal wait—usually seat immediately at counter
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes—eggplant parm sandwich, margherita pizza, and seasonal veggie options on focaccia
Vegan options: Limited—marinara pizza without cheese, can modify some sandwiches by removing dairy
Gluten-free options: No—focaccia is the signature, no gluten-free bread or pizza crust available
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Better for casual early dates than romantic dinners—counter seating only, sports bar noise level, and no table service. Great if you both love the Dodgers and Italian sandwiches, but skip if you want intimate conversation.
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations and no tables—counter seating only with 8-10 spots. Weekday lunch is easiest, but most locals grab takeout and picnic at nearby Echo Park Lake or Elysian Park.
Is it kid-friendly? Very kid-friendly—casual counter service, Dodgers memorabilia keeps kids entertained, and sandwiches are shareable. Best for ages 5+ who can handle counter stools, though many families do takeout to nearby parks.
Best For
Better for: House-made focaccia quality beats chain sandwich shops, and the Dodgers atmosphere is unmatched in Silver Lake. Choose LaSorted's when you want elevated Italian sandwiches in a neighborhood sports bar setting—better bread and ingredients than Bay Cities at this price point.
Skip if: You need table service, want quiet conversation, require gluten-free options, or are visiting on a Dodgers game day without patience for parking chaos. For sit-down Italian with full service, try Alimento or Osteria La Buca instead.
La Sorted's
8.0
Tommy Brockert's brick-oven pizzeria evolved from a 2020 pop-up to Silver Lake fixture, earning recognition for naturally leavened dough with sourdough tang and creative toppings like the Spicy But Oh So Sweet Boy with hot honey and Fresno chiles. The Dodger-blue signed takeout spot also serves outstanding mortadella and prosciutto sandwiches on house-baked focaccia.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy But Oh So Sweet Boy, Upside Down Mamba, Mortadella Focaccia Sandwich
Scores:
Value: 8.4
Service: 8
Consistency: 8.1
Food Quality: 8.6
Atmosphere: 6.8
Cultural Relevance: 7.8
What makes it special: Naturally leavened sourdough pizza from popular pop-up near Dodger Stadium
Who should go: Dodgers fans, takeout enthusiasts, and sourdough pizza lovers
When to visit: Before Dodgers games for slice-and-go convenience
What to order: Spicy But Oh So Sweet Boy, Upside Down Mamba, any sandwich
Insider tip: The focaccia bread is exceptional—try it in sandwich form
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only, typically easier to find than most Silver Lake spots. Meters active until 8pm weekdays. Consider ride-share on Dodgers game days.
Dress code: Ultra casual - it's a takeout counter. Dodgers gear welcomed and common.
Noise level: Minimal seating, mostly takeout operation - not a sit-down conversation spot
Weekend wait: 10-15 min for pizza prep, longer on Dodgers game days
Weekday lunch: 5-10 min typically, quick slice-and-go service
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - multiple pizza options including seasonal veggie varieties
Vegan options: Limited - cheese is standard but can request dairy-free modifications
Gluten-free options: No - sourdough crust is the signature, no GF alternative available
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Not ideal - it's primarily takeout with minimal seating. Better as a casual pre-game stop or takeout to enjoy elsewhere.
Can I get a table without a reservation? No reservations needed - it's counter service with very limited seating. This is grab-and-go pizza, not a sit-down restaurant.
Is it kid-friendly? Extremely - casual counter service, pizza by the slice, and Dodgers atmosphere. Perfect for families doing takeout or quick bites before games.
How does the sourdough crust compare to traditional pizza? Tangier, more complex flavor with better digestibility from natural fermentation. Chewier texture with crispy edges - it's artisan quality at slice-shop convenience.
Is it worth going if there's no Dodgers game? Absolutely - the pizza quality stands alone. Game days just add atmosphere. Off-game visits mean shorter waits and easier parking.
Best For
Better for: Sourdough pizza quality at quick-service speed and prices. Best naturally leavened crust in the area. Superior focaccia sandwiches. Convenient Dodger Stadium proximity.
Skip if: You want traditional Neapolitan pizza, need extensive seating for groups, require gluten-free options, or want full table service with ambiance.