Best Pizza Restaurants in Santa Monica (90404)
2 hand-picked restaurants, AI-analyzed and critic-validated
Notable Picks
8.4
Vibes:
Brewery & Beer Garden Republic
Trendy Table Hotspots
Group Dining Gatherings
Outdoor Dining Oasis
Detroit-style pizza specialists with crispy frico crust and creative toppings, housed inside Santa Monica Brew Works. The NYC-bred concept brings square pies with signature sauce stripes.
Must-Try Dishes:
Nashville Hot Chicken Pizza, Le Big Matt Burger, Caesar Salad
What makes it special: West Coast debut of acclaimed NYC Detroit-style pizza with award-winning burgers
#2
Vito's Pizza
8.1
East Coast-style pizzeria serving thin-crust New York pies with crispy char and proper fold. The family-owned spot draws locals for its coal-oven taste and communal bench seating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Cheese Slice, Pesto White Pizza, Pepperoni Pie
What makes it special: Authentic New Jersey-style pizza with that distinctive East Coast thin crust