Best Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance Pizza Restaurants in Tenderloin
4 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Outta Sight Pizza
SF's best thin-crust pizza at slice shop prices with inventive toppings
Essential Picks
9.1
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
8.2
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.
Worthy Picks
#3
Napoli Pizza
7.7
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
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.
7.5
Vibes:
Late Night Legends
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
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