Best Pizza Restaurants in Mar Vista
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Pitfire Pizza - Mar Vista
Chef-driven, wood-fired pizzas with hand-stretched dough and seasonal toppings that rotate regularly across a sprawling dog-friendly patio setting.
Notable Picks
Wood-fired pizzas built on hand-stretched dough with seasonal rotations, backed by nearly three decades of refining the same core technique across multiple LA locations. The sprawling dog-friendly patio drives repeat visits from families and groups who treat it as a default neighborhood gathering spot. Sides and pastas—particularly the baked mac and cheese and crispy Brussels sprouts—pull as much weight as the pizza itself.
Must-Try Dishes:
Zoe's Pepperoni, Margherita, Burrata
What Makes it Special: Chef-driven, wood-fired pizzas with hand-stretched dough and seasonal toppings that rotate regularly across a sprawling dog-friendly patio setting.
Worthy Picks
7.8
An Italian market-cafe hybrid in Mar Vista where fresh pasta and groceries share space with a sprawling patio that draws neighborhood regulars. The format works for families grabbing carbonara alongside wine and provisions, or couples settling into the outdoor seating for a low-key dinner. Expect a buzzing crowd, especially evenings—it runs on neighborhood energy rather than quiet intimacy.
Must-Try Dishes:
Squash Blossoms, Focaccia, Carbonara
What Makes it Special: Italian market-cafe hybrid where you can grab groceries, fresh pasta, and wine on a sprawling patio
7.8
A straightforward New York-style slice shop on Venice Blvd that trades on generous portions and wallet-friendly pricing—the kind of place where a calzone and a few slices covers the whole family without negotiation. It runs the old-school counter-service playbook with a strip-mall setup that keeps overhead low and passes the savings through, making it a reliable pickup option when the priority is volume over ceremony.
Must-Try Dishes:
NY Style Pizza, Calzone, Wings
What Makes it Special: Old-school New York-style pizza joint on Venice Blvd known for generous portions at budget-friendly prices
7.7
A Westside outpost for foldable New York-style slices and square grandma pies, built around a tight menu that leans on dough technique over novelty toppings. The outdoor-friendly setup on Venice Blvd works well for families grabbing a quick round of slices without the sit-down commitment, and the gelato counter adds a useful second act. It delivers the no-frills neighborhood pizzeria format cleanly, though it's still building its footprint in a city with deep pizza competition.
Must-Try Dishes:
New York Pizza, Garlic Knots, Grandma Pizza
What Makes it Special: New York-style pizzeria on Venice Blvd delivering authentic foldable slices and grandma pies to the Westside