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Masa of Echo Park
$$ · American, Pizza, Italian

1800 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90026 (213) 989-1558
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Best Cheap Eats Pizza in Silver Lake Best Late Night Pizza in Silver Lake Best Family Friendly Pizza in Silver Lake Best Family Friendly Italian in Silver Lake Best Date Night Italian in Silver Lake Best Pizza in Silver Lake Best American in Silver Lake

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Food Quality 5
Service 5
Atmosphere 5
Value 5
Consistency 5
Cultural Relevance 5

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Master Critic Review

Masa of Echo Park 8.4
Echo Park
Vibes: Family Friendly Favorites Birthday & Celebration Central Date Night Magic
Since 2004, this cozy bakery-cafe specializes in authentic Chicago deep-dish pizza with 2-inch thick cornmeal crust, made by Chicago-born chef Rob Rowe using organic, locally-sourced ingredients. The family-owned restaurant offers both deep-dish and thin-crust options with vegan alternatives, requiring 45-minute wait times for proper deep-dish preparation but delivering hearty, cheese-laden results worth the patience.
Must-Try Dishes: Sweet Italian Sausage & Mushroom Deep Dish, California Veggie Deep Dish, Warm Croissant Bread Pudding
Scores:
Value: 7.9 Service: 8.1 Consistency: 8.5 Food Quality: 8.7 Atmosphere: 8.3 Cultural Relevance: 8.6
What makes it special: LA's authentic Chicago deep-dish destination with fresh-baked cornmeal crust daily
Who should go: Deep-dish devotees and special occasion celebrators
When to visit: Weekdays to avoid 45-minute deep-dish wait times
What to order: Traditional deep-dish with sausage, authentic giardiniera, warm bread pudding dessert
Insider tip: Smaller deep-dish size easily feeds two with leftovers—order accordingly
Logistics & Planning
Parking: Street parking only - metered spots on Sunset Blvd and residential streets nearby. Arrive early or use public lot on Alvarado ($8 flat rate)
Dress code: Super casual - jeans, t-shirts, whatever's comfortable. This is a neighborhood spot, not a scene
Noise level: Moderate to lively - cozy space fills with conversation buzz but you can still talk normally across the table
Weekend wait: 45-60 min for deep-dish prep plus potential 20-30 min table wait on Fri/Sat after 6pm
Weekday lunch: Minimal table wait but still 45 min for deep-dish - plan accordingly or call ahead
Dietary Options
Vegetarian options: Yes - strong options including veggie deep-dish and multiple salads. The spinach deep-dish is a standout
Vegan options: Yes - vegan cheese available for both deep-dish and thin crust. Not an afterthought here
Gluten-free options: No - the cornmeal crust is the whole point. If you need GF, this isn't your spot
Good to Know
Is this good for a first date? Yes, but manage expectations - the 45-minute wait is built-in bonding time, and sharing a massive deep-dish is interactive and fun. Just warn your date about the wait upfront so they're not surprised
Can I get a table without a reservation? They don't take reservations, so it's walk-in only. Weekday lunch/early dinner is safe. Weekend nights expect 20-30 min table wait on top of the 45-min pizza prep time. Call ahead to put your pizza order in before arriving
Is it kid-friendly? Extremely - casual vibe, families everywhere, and kids love the novelty of 2-inch thick pizza. High chairs available. The long wait can be tough with toddlers, so time it strategically or order ahead
How much food should I order? One small deep-dish genuinely feeds 2-3 people. Seriously. First-timers always over-order. Get one pizza, maybe a salad, and see how you feel. You can always order more thin crust if needed
Is it worth the 45-minute wait? If you've never had real Chicago deep-dish, absolutely yes. If you're just hungry and impatient, no - grab thin crust or go elsewhere. This is an experience meal, not fast casual

Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday11am - 10pm
Thursday11am - 10pm
Friday11am - 10pm
Saturday11am - 10pm
Sunday11am - 10pm