Best Pizza Restaurants in South Los Angeles
2 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Pitfire Pizza
Wood-fired pizzas with house-made components like cashew-based vegan cheeses and seasonal rotations, backed by a chef-driven ingredient-sourcing philosophy across nine Southern California locations.
Worthy Picks
7.8
A 28-year LA pizza institution built on slow-rise sourdough crust fired in Marra Forni ovens, with a Californian-Mediterranean approach that leans on seasonal rotations and house-made components like cashew-based vegan cheeses rather than strict Neapolitan tradition. The Westwood location draws families and groups who know the menu well enough to order confidently, though multi-location expansion has introduced inconsistency — request the outdoor patio if noise matters and stick to the core pies where the kitchen's muscle memory is strongest.
Must-Try Dishes:
Honey Bear, Margherita, Brussels Sprouts & Bacon
What Makes it Special: Wood-fired pizzas with house-made components like cashew-based vegan cheeses and seasonal rotations, backed by a chef-driven ingredient-sourcing philosophy across nine Southern California locations.
7.7
A 60-year-old family-run pizzeria near UCLA turning out thin, foldable NY-style slices alongside a surprisingly deep wing sauce lineup. The polarized review profile—mostly loyal regulars alongside occasional sharp disappointments—reads like a spot that rewards repeat visitors who know what to order. Best used as a no-fuss pickup stop where the crust-to-fold ratio does the talking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Wings, Greek Salad, Deluxe Pizza
What Makes it Special: Family-run NY-style pizzeria serving Westwood since 1964 with thin, foldable pies and a deep wing sauce selection