What is the best Pizza restaurant in Walnut Creek?

Gusto Mio is our top pick for Pizza restaurants in Walnut Creek, scoring 8.4/10. Share-friendly pies in a buzzy, modern room.

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?

The Detroit style is the sleeper hit - crispy cheese edges

What should I order at Slice House by Tony Gemignani?

Detroit deep dish, any slice by the slice

When should I visit Slice House by Tony Gemignani?

Late evening for fresh slices without crowds

Who should go to Slice House by Tony Gemignani?

Pizza purists, late-night snackers, families

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 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 Late Night Pizza Restaurants in Walnut Creek (94596)

4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

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Our Top Pick

Gusto Mio

Share-friendly pies in a buzzy, modern room.

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

8.2

$$ Broadway Plaza / Mt. Diablo Blvd Corridor

Vibes: Late Night Legends Quick Bites Champions Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Hidden Gems Heaven

From 13-time world pizza champion Tony Gemignani, this fast-casual spot serves New York, Detroit, Grandma, and Sicilian style pizzas using ancient grain dough. The counter-service format with limited seating makes it ideal for quick late-night slices or whole pies to-go until 11pm on weekends.

Must-Try Dishes: Detroit Deep Dish, New York Cheese Slice, Margherita Pizza

What makes it special: World champion pedigree with multiple pizza styles under one roof

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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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#4 Pinky’s Pizza & Pub

7.8

$$$ North Broadway / Downtown Core

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

Local institution (since 1963) serving West Coast crispy-cornmeal pies with a beer-forward pub setup and game-day TVs. Kitchen runs later on weekends, making it a dependable neighborhood slice-and-pint option.

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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