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Best Late Night Pizza Restaurants in San Francisco

38 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked

Last Updated: February 2026

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SF's best thin-crust pizza at slice shop prices with inventive toppings

Essential Picks

$ Tenderloin Pizza
Started as a pandemic pop-up in 2020, this Tenderloin gem now serves exceptional thin-crust New York-style pizza with creative toppings like vodka sauce and pears. The perfectly crispy-yet-foldable slices and budget-friendly happy hour deals make it the neighborhood's pizza destination.
Must-Try Dishes: Shroom Slice, Puttanesca Pizza, The Pear (with vodka sauce)
What Makes it Special: SF's best thin-crust pizza at slice shop prices with inventive toppings

Notable Picks

$$ Mission Italian, Brunch
Roman-leaning thin-crust pizzas and serious cocktails anchor this Mission stalwart. Locals slide in late for crisp pies, efficient service, and a buzzy Valencia Street vibe.
Must-Try Dishes: Margherita, Funghi, Calabrese
What Makes it Special: Late-running kitchen turning out crackly Roman-style pies with strong cocktails.
$ North Beach Italian, Pizza
Beloved North Beach slice shop turning out thick, focaccia-style squares with crisp edges and bold toppings. Lines move quickly and takeout is the move for a park or sidewalk bite.
Must-Try Dishes: Pepperoni Sicilian Slice, Garlic Clam Slice, Pesto Veggie Slice
What Makes it Special: Iconic Sicilian-style squares with a perfectly airy, crispy base.
$$ Mission Italian, Pizza
Mission anchor for blistered, Neapolitan-inspired pies with efficient takeout late into the evening. The kitchen’s precision shows in clean flavors and crisp leoparding.
Must-Try Dishes: Margherita, Salsiccia, Funghi
What Makes it Special: Benchmark Neapolitan-style pies with late-evening takeout flow.
$$ Bernal Heights Pizza
Detroit-inspired squares meet a top-notch tap list from Cellarmaker Brewing. Families come early; industry folks slide in late for cup-and-char pepperoni and hoppy pints.
Must-Try Dishes: Classic Pepperoni (cup-and-char), Cheese Square, Pesto Pig
What Makes it Special: Detroit-style pan pizzas paired with fresh Cellarmaker beer.
$ Castro Wings, Pizza
Castro stalwart since 1978 turning out hefty New York–style and Sicilian slices late into the night. Locals come for fast counter service, consistent bake, and a broad topping lineup that travels well.
Must-Try Dishes: Big Sicilian Slice, Margherita, Pepperoni & Mushroom
What Makes it Special: Long-running slice shop with late hours and reliable Sicilian pies.
$ Marina Pizza
Detroit-style squares with caramelized cheese edges and a tidy natural-wine list. A modern counter spot that runs later on weekends than most nearby.
Must-Try Dishes: YOLO ’Roni Pepperoni, Four-Cheese Detroit Square, Garlic Knots
What Makes it Special: Crisp-edged Detroit squares with later hours and natural wines.
$ Tenderloin Pizza
TenderNob standby serving halal pies and jumbo slices until the early morning. The counter moves fast and the menu spans classic toppings with late-night friendly portions.
Must-Try Dishes: Halal meat lovers, Cheese slice, BBQ chicken pie
What Makes it Special: Halal-friendly slices and pies served past midnight.
$ Tenderloin Pizza
This unique fusion spot blends Nepalese spices with Italian pizza traditions, offering halal options and tikka masala-based pizzas alongside traditional momos. The thin, crispy crust made with wheat-rice flour blend creates an entirely different pizza experience.
Must-Try Dishes: Royal Paneer Pizza, Tikka Masala Chicken Pizza, Spicy Himalayan Special
What Makes it Special: Only Nepalese-Italian fusion pizzeria in SF with halal options
$ Mount Davidson Manor Pizza
Ocean Avenue standby turning out New York–leaning pies and late slices with steady execution. Locals rely on quick service and consistent bake for last-minute dinners near Ingleside.
Must-Try Dishes: Pepperoni by the slice, House Combo (sausage, peppers, onions), White Pie with ricotta and garlic
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood pizzeria serving until about 11pm most nights.
$ Walnut Creek Pizza, Italian
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
$ Bayview Pizza
Neighborhood slice-and-pies spot running late with a broad menu of wings, loaded fries, and specialty pizzas. Good value portions and dependable weekend hours make it a go-to after games or night shifts.
Must-Try Dishes: Combination Pizza, Margherita, BBQ Chicken Pizza
What Makes it Special: Late-night hours with a big, budget-friendly pizza and wings menu.
$ Parkside Pizza
Counter-service slice shop known for late-night hours (often past 1am) and crowd-pleasing specialty pies. Locals lean on it after games or late shifts for fast slices, wings, and hearty combos.
Must-Try Dishes: Chick-O-Oni (pesto chicken + pepperoni, white sauce), Pepperoni & jalapeño slice, Garlic knots
What Makes it Special: Open very late with fast, reliable slices.
$ Bernal Heights Pizza
A Mission classic blending North Indian flavors with hefty pies and late hours. The tandoori and paneer toppings bring smoke and spice that hold up after midnight.
Must-Try Dishes: Tandoori Chicken Pizza, Paneer Pizza, Lamb Curry Pizza
What Makes it Special: Indian-spiced pizzas with late-night pickup and delivery.
$ Castro Pizza
Castro slice standby pouring late with oversized pies and a playful specialty lineup. Expect fast turn, generous portions, and dependable hours after midnight.
Must-Try Dishes: Spicy BBQ Chicken, Figgy Pizza, Olimpos (feta & olives)
What Makes it Special: Extra-late hours with big, customizable slices and specialties.

Worthy Picks

$$ Bayview Pizza
Counter-service halal-friendly pizzeria on 3rd Street serving classic and fusion pies well past midnight. Consistent late hours and quick ticket times make it a reliable after-hours option for the Bayview corridor.
Must-Try Dishes: Halal Combination Pizza, Meat Lover's Pizza, Cheese Bacon Burger Pizza
What Makes it Special: Reliable late-night pies with halal options on 3rd Street.
$ Castro Pizza
Neighborhood counter spot known for slice variety—from chicken pesto to combo classics—served late on weekends. Friendly crew and quick moves make it an easy post-show stop.
Must-Try Dishes: Chicken Pesto Slice, Combo Classic, BBQ Chicken Slice
What Makes it Special: Broad slice menu with reliable late-night hours.
$ Nob Hill Pizza
Polk Street hybrid counter mixing pizza with shawarma and late-night snacks, often serving into the pre-dawn hours. Expect oversized slices, load-it-up pies, and friendly prices.
Must-Try Dishes: Shawarma pizza, Supreme slice, Garlic fries
What Makes it Special: Ultra-late counter with pizza plus shawarma add-ons.
$ Financial District Pizza
Downtown outpost focused on Detroit-style squares baked to a crisp edge with speedy counter flow. Opened in 2022, it’s a dependable late-night slice option steps from Market and 3rd.
Must-Try Dishes: Pepperoni Detroit-style square, Margherita Detroit-style square, Pestorrific
What Makes it Special: Crispy-edged Detroit squares with extended late hours.
$ Mission Bay Pizza
Long-running waterfront Italian café slinging classic pies late by neighborhood standards, with roomy patio seating and quick counter service. A practical slice or whole-pie option when nearby kitchens have flipped the lights.
Must-Try Dishes: Margherita Pizza, Prosciutto & Arugula Pizza, Diavola (Spicy Salami)
What Makes it Special: Reliable late-evening hours with pizzas and a big patio steps from the bay.
$ Marina Pizza
Neighborhood slice shop turning out whole pies, late-night slices, and straightforward combos. Think classic red-sauce comfort with friendly counter service and hours that stretch past midnight.
Must-Try Dishes: Margherita, Combo (pepperoni, sausage, veg), BBQ Chicken
What Makes it Special: Reliable late-night slices and whole pies in the Marina.
$ Marina Pizza
Neighborhood slice stop with late hours and classic, thin-crust pies. Locals lean on it for dependable, affordable slices after bar close.
Must-Try Dishes: Double Pepperoni, Margherita, Quattro Formaggi
What Makes it Special: Open deep into the night with big-menu, by-the-slice flexibility.
$ Pleasanton Pizza
This corner pizzeria has anchored north Main Street since 1992, serving authentic New York-style thin crust by the slice or whole pie until late night. Known for generous toppings including 12 oz of steak on medium pizzas, they stay open until 2am on weekends for the late-night crowd.
Must-Try Dishes: Brooklyn Bridge Special, By-the-Slice Pepperoni, Steak Pizza
What Makes it Special: Authentic NY-style open until 2am weekends
$ Nob Hill Pizza
Lower Nob Hill takeout spot known for New York–style whole pies and late runs to 2am most nights. It’s a reliable option when you need a made-to-order pie rather than a slice reheat.
Must-Try Dishes: NY cheese pie, Pepperoni with extra crisp, White pie
What Makes it Special: Made-to-order late pies with steady delivery coverage.
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$ SOMA Pizza
Next to DNA Lounge, this slice counter caters to night-owls with late (often very late) hours and fast service. Expect classic and playful specialty slices before or after clubs on 11th Street.
Must-Try Dishes: Carnivore Slice, Meow Mix Slice, Pepperoni by the Slice
What Makes it Special: Club-adjacent slice shop serving very late with speedy pacing.
$ Marina Pizza
Counter-service pies with creative combos and reliable midnight hours on weekends. A fast, family-friendly option when you want variety without a wait.
Must-Try Dishes: The Everest (meat lovers), Pandora’s Box (spinach–artichoke), Screamin’ Tomato
What Makes it Special: Weekend hours to midnight with a broad signature menu.
$ Richmond District Pizza
Casual counter-service slice shop for classic combos and late takeout. It’s a practical, budget-friendly pie stop with later hours than many neighborhood options.
Must-Try Dishes: Golden Edge Special (combination), Pepperoni Slice, Hawaiian
What Makes it Special: Late-open slices and whole pies at wallet-friendly prices.
$ Nob Hill Pizza
Late-night slice window on Polk turning out pepperoni, combo, and chicken-pesto slices until the early morning. Fast, no-frills, and clutch when most kitchens are closed.
Must-Try Dishes: Pepperoni Slice, Combo Slice, Chicken Pesto Slice
What Makes it Special: Ultra-late hours with a dependable slice lineup on Polk.
$ Tenderloin Pizza, Italian
Late-night slice shop and pasta counter known for friendly prices and long hours. The baked lasagna is simple and satisfying, ideal for a quick, no-frills carb fix.
Must-Try Dishes: Baked Lasagna, Spaghetti with Meatballs, Napoli Special Pizza
What Makes it Special: Budget-friendly pasta plates and slices served until the wee hours.
$$ Financial District Pizza
A late-night standby near Oracle Park turning out New York–leaning pies, wings, and sandwiches. Consistent hours and fast tickets make it a practical pick after games or concerts.
Must-Try Dishes: Pepperoni NY-style, BBQ Chicken Pizza, Garlic Parmesan Wings
What Makes it Special: Reliable, late-night pies a short walk from the ballpark.
$ Financial District Pizza
Ping-pong social club with a surprisingly solid pizza program, pouring until late with ovens running most event nights. Works when you want food plus activity—think thin pies, cocktails, and a buzzy room.
Must-Try Dishes: Double Margherita, Pepperoni Pizza, Mushroom Pizza
What Makes it Special: Late-hour pizzas inside a lively ping-pong venue—food and play together.
$$ Tenderloin Pizza, Sandwiches
Euro-style hangout serving craft beer, sausages, and pizzette until late. The compact, crisp pies land fast—ideal before or after shows nearby.
Must-Try Dishes: Prosciutto Pizzetta, Four-Cheese Pizzetta, Sausage Pizzetta
What Makes it Special: Late-night pizzette with a solid beer list near music venues.
$ SOMA Pizza
Late-night slice shop on 6th Street known for long hours and generous portions. A practical stop after shows or club nights when you need hot, simple pies fast.
Must-Try Dishes: Chico’s Special, Pepperoni Slice, Cheese Slice
What Makes it Special: Open very late with hefty, no-frills slices.
$$ Mission Bay Pizza
Budget-friendly slices and whole pies with very late hours steps from Caltrain and the ballpark. It’s a straightforward counter shop that delivers on speed and price.
Must-Try Dishes: Cheese Slice, Veggie Supreme, Hawaiian with jalapeño add-on
What Makes it Special: Ultra-late hours and fast counter service at wallet-friendly prices.
$ Chinatown Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
Late-hour counter serving halal-friendly pies with Mediterranean lean—think shawarma toppings and kebabs alongside standard builds. Handy post-bar option with quick griddle work and generous portions.
Must-Try Dishes: Chicken Shawarma Pizza, Meat Lovers, Nutella Dessert Pizza
What Makes it Special: Halal-friendly pies and late service in the heart of North Beach.
$ Jordan Park Pizza
Late-night slice standby with big-menu classics and delivery until after midnight on weekends. Known for pesto-driven specials and a crisp, satisfying deck-oven bake.
Must-Try Dishes: California Special Pizza, Nizario's Special, Garlic Chicken Special
What Makes it Special: Long-running slice shop with late hours and pesto-forward signatures.
$ Nob Hill Pizza
Counter-service spot slinging New York–style slices alongside shawarma until the early morning. Families appreciate the quick service, while night owls rely on the long hours.
Must-Try Dishes: Pepperoni slice, Cheese slice, Supreme combo pie
What Makes it Special: Very late hours with fast counter service and big slices.
$ Tenderloin Pizza
This no-frills neighborhood pizzeria near Union Square serves straightforward pies and sandwiches until 1am on weekends. The casual atmosphere and late hours make it a reliable spot for tourists and theater-goers seeking affordable comfort food.
Must-Try Dishes: BBQ Chicken Pizza, Margherita Pizza, Half & Half Specialty
What Makes it Special: Open until 1am weekends near Union Square hotels