Any insider tips for Gusto Mio?

Ask about half-portion pastas to split with a pie.

What should I order at Gusto Mio?

Arugula pie; vodka rigatoni; tiramisu

When should I visit Gusto Mio?

5:00–6:15pm or after 8pm to avoid waits

Any insider tips for Slice House by Tony Gemignani?

Ask which pies just came out for peak crispness.

What should I order at Slice House by Tony Gemignani?

Grandma; pepperoni NY; Sicilian tomato pie

When should I visit Slice House by Tony Gemignani?

Mid-afternoon lull for the freshest pans

Who should go to Slice House by Tony Gemignani?

Slice hounds and downtown errand-runners

Any insider tips for Montesacro Pinseria?

Split one pinsa per two if sampling appetizers and wine.

When should I visit Montesacro Pinseria?

Early evening golden hour on the patio

Who should go to Montesacro Pinseria?

Light-crust pizza seekers and patio sippers

Any insider tips for Pancoast Pizza?

Call ahead for whole pies to skip the line.

What should I order at Pancoast Pizza?

Pepperoni; white pie; Grandma square

When should I visit Pancoast Pizza?

Early evening before peak pickup rush

Any insider tips for Pinky’s Pizza & Pub?

Use the rear lot to avoid circling meters.

What should I order at Pinky’s Pizza & Pub?

House combo; BBQ chicken; garlic twists

When should I visit Pinky’s Pizza & Pub?

Weeknights after the early dinner rush

Who should go to Pinky’s Pizza & Pub?

Sports families and little-league teams

Best Cheap Eats Pizza Restaurants in Walnut Creek (94596)

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Notable Picks

#1 Gusto Mio

8.4

$$ Locust Street Corridor

Vibes: Trendy Table Hotspots Group Dining Gatherings Family Friendly Favorites

Lively, modern Italian where charry thin-crust pies share the stage with pastas and cocktails. Shareable formats and brisk pacing suit mixed-age groups and casual date nights.

Must-Try Dishes: Prosciutto-arugula pizza, Vodka rigatoni, Tiramisu

What makes it special: Share-friendly pies in a buzzy, modern room.

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#2 Slice House by Tony Gemignani

8.3

$$ Broadway Plaza / Mt. Diablo Blvd Corridor

Vibes: Quick Bites Champions Family Friendly Favorites Solo Dining Sanctuaries Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance

Counter-service slices in NY, Grandma, and Sicilian styles from a decorated pizzaiolo. Fast turns and by-the-slice flexibility make it a reliable downtown quick stop.

Must-Try Dishes: Grandma slice, Pepperoni NY slice, Sicilian tomato pie

What makes it special: Multiple classic slice styles executed with pro technique.

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#3 Montesacro Pinseria

8.0

$$$$ Locust Street Corridor

Vibes: Trendy Table Hotspots Outdoor Dining Oasis Quick Bites Champions

Roman pinsa—lighter, airy crust—baked to order with simple toppings and a compact wine list. Works for a casual date or a share-and-go patio bite.

Must-Try Dishes: Margherita pinsa, Amatriciana pinsa, Supplì (fried risotto)

What makes it special: Roman pinsa dough blend yields crisp edges and airy center.

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Worthy Picks

#4 Pancoast Pizza

7.9

$ South Main Corridor

Vibes: Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Quick Bites Champions Family Friendly Favorites

Independent shop turning out New York–style whole pies and slices at wallet-friendly prices. Straightforward counter flow keeps takeout moving on busy nights.

Must-Try Dishes: Pepperoni NY pie, White pie, Grandma square

What makes it special: Dependable NY slices with friendly pricing and hours.

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#5 Pinky’s Pizza & Pub

7.7

$$$ North Broadway / Downtown Core

Vibes: Family Friendly Favorites Sports Bar Central Group Dining Gatherings Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance

Old-school parlor with big booths, pitchers, and TVs serving combo pies and garlic twists. Teams and families spread out without breaking the budget.

Must-Try Dishes: Combination pie, BBQ chicken pizza, Garlic twists

What makes it special: Decades-loved parlor energy with kid-friendly pricing.

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