Al Forno Caffe

★★★★★ 4.5 (801) • $$

"Good food and knowledgeable, friendly service. We had pizza which was quite good. Asparagus appetizer was good but a little skimpy on asparagus. Big wine list. Prices are reasonable overall. Highly recommended."

Forn Al Hara

★★★★★ 4.6 (757) • $

"If I could give this place 6 stars, I would. My absolute favorite Arab bakery in the OC! They have the best baked goods, pastries, and flatbreads that give you a taste of the Middle East and teleport you as if you were "back home."Our go-to's are the manaeesh with zaatar, egg/cheese, and lahme (minced meat). They come with a side of pickles and olives for the perfect touch. And you can't forget the tea with fresh mint leaves to wash it all down. The owner is extremely friendly and knows his regular's very well. It's usually busy, but time's I have gone we are eating within 15 minutes of ordering. The walls are painted with pictures encompassing the Middle Eastern culture and people, and truly make you feel you are in another world. It is a mainstay for Arabs all throughout OC, and a must try if ever in Anaheim's "little Arabia" on Brookhurst St."

Il Farro Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.2 (897) • $$

"Il Farro has a special place in my heart. From the extensive and delicious menu options to the attentive service, there's no place I'd rather dine after walking along the pier. I love sitting at the bar and having a yummy made-to-order drink. The Caesar salad, calamari, and bread are also my favorites! Il Farro has been around for decades but has always been the favorite restaurant among my family and friends. It truly feels like Il Farro is a celebration of community, one that I am proud to be a part of. The environment is also really comforting, as they have remodeled in the past few years and have beautiful decorations! I recommend Il Farro to everyone who comes to OC, and I can't wait for my next visit."

Neapolitan Pizzeria & Birreria

★★★★☆ 4.2 (825) • $$

"Chose this place to try out their interesting blackberry pizza. We drove to Laguna and were worried about finding parking, but they have their own parking lot - a big bonus for Laguna. We tried a couple of the appetizers - the heirloom tomato and buratta, and also the beets. We loved them both. They were delicious and nicely presented. Then came the blackberry pizza and it did not disappoint. They didn't skimp on the bacon. It was an interesting combo of sweet and savory. We also tried the Margherita pizza for comparison and it was great - nice thin crust and well cooked. The service was fast and friendly. Our server also let me in on a secret dessert of a cannoli and I was instantly sold!Glad to find this little gem in Laguna."

Pasta Party

★★★★★ 4.6 (686) • $$

"So we were looking for a lunch place after the NAMI walk at Angel stadium. Hungry and ready to eat. Found it on Yelp. The name doesn't give it Justice. But didn't ask the reason for the name. They have pizza of course. They have sandwiches also. And you can build your own style on both. But it doesn't end there. They have entrees. I had the lasagna classica. The lasagna classica name should be changed. The sauce was really good. But to me it wasn't the sauce I'm used to. But I did lick the plate clean. The lasagna was very rich and creamy. Now I gave them a 3 star part because they don't have a non soda on the fountain drinks dispenser. And the sauce. But like I said the sauce is beer plate lickable. So I leave it up to you to make your own choice."

Big Rob's Pizzeria

★★★★☆ 4.4 (736) • $$

"Not your average pizza....its better!Service: This spot appears to be family ran, which is always a good sign because you know the pizza is made with love. The gentleman who took my order was very friendly and took my time to answer my questions and give me the detail I was looking for. They were happy to accommodate my request for thin crust, even though it didn't seem to be something they advertise on the menu.Food: We ordered The Works, and it was fantastic. The quality of the ingredients was top notch. The vegetables on the pizza were fresh and the meats actually had taste and were not bland. The cheese was reminiscent of some top quality Wisconsin cheeses I've had on pizzas in the Midwest. The crust was perfectly toasted and the undercarriage perfectly cooked. Not raw, not burnt, baked to have a perfect crunch.Overall: I'd recommend this place if you love supporting local small businesses or if you're just on the hunt for some great tasting pizza. They have many other items on the menu like Calzones, Chicken Parm, etc. I definitely will be back to try it all! You guys just earned a loyal customer. Thank you, Big Robs!"

Filomena's Italian Kitchen & Market

★★★★☆ 4.1 (829) • $$

"I had Veal Piccante , my wife Scallops. Both were excellent.Service was outstanding by Hector . His wine recommendation was wonderful.Not enough garlic on the garlic bread was our only issue.The restaurant was pleasant and the serving staff entertaining."

Truly Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.1 (769) • $$

"Walked in without a reservation and sat at the bar which is first come first serve and also dog friendly!Hostess gave menus to three other parties next to me that walked in after but got skipped for some reason so after a few minutes I had to ask for a menu.Linda was my server and she was very personable. Went with the champions cheese since it won 1st in a world pizza competition last year. Truly might've been the best pizza I've had in my entire life and I've eat my fair share of pizza. Dough was elite.Was going to go on a pizza crawl and try B+C after but this pizza was so good...ended up getting something to go from here instead. Went with Linda's recommendation the vodka square with pepperoni, her personal favorite. She knows her stuff and glad she didn't steer me in the wrong direction"

Bello by Sandro Nardone

★★★★☆ 4.4 (653) • $$$

"Una cena che bello! New year, another visit to bello. Last date here was 7 months ago, and probably 3 months ago when we brought the kids. It again managed to meet expectations and serve authentic quality and delicious food. This is the food you would hope your Italian nonna would make with heart and flavor but elevated for a restaurant atmosphere.Again we enjoyed the limon bello spritz which is served in an incredible large glass. Balanced and lemony.We of course had to have the pizza margarita which is perfect. The crust is chewy and airy and the tomato sauce is imported San marzano that taste so fresh. The lasagna Bianca with the spinach pasta is rich and creamy and decadent while maintaining that comfort you would expect. I admit after trying it last time I booked this reservation knowing I had to order it again. We ordered the special which Sandro should consider adding permanently to his menu: scallops wrapped in prosciutto over a saffron risotto with asparagus and made with fish broth instead of the usual beef or veggie for Milanese style. It was delicious! Only note would be for $54, I would have hoped for at least 4-5 scallops not the three it came with. Had to finish with the lovely hazelnut chocolate tart which is both smooth and creamy yet chewy with the crispy cereal crust."

Ricci's Italian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.3 (657) • $$

"Best thing about this place is the karaoke on Saturday! Some people can sing, some can't, but we all have a good time. The sound and mics are nice. Food is pretty good too. Got some great service from the wait staff. But wait until you meet their karaoke jockey Koach! He had the room going!"

Te Amo Pizza

★★★★★ 4.5 (591) • $$

"Friday today and my kiddos suggested pizza first thing in the morning lol I agreed but only after school. At pick up time they reminded me of my pizza promise and immediately ordered over the phone. This place had been open for a few years now and I'm happy to taste the same great quality pizza they opened up with and won over the city of bell with. At this exact moment we are at home having delicious pizza and pizza fries! I also have to commend the fact that every time I call or show up at this charming pizza place, I am greeted with warmth and the friendliest people! After all these years I definitely recommend this delicious and family owned restaurant!"

Combo's Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.4 (587) • $$

"One of my new favorite pizza places! I loved how unique the flavors were. Never thought I would be able to try an Al Pastor pizza. The owners were also part of the great experience. They were so kind and appreciative of our support. Will be back here for pizza cravings!!"

TidePoole's

★★★★★ 4.7 (511) • $$

"It's about time. After driving by this Newport Beach gem dozens (if not hundreds) of times I finally had the opportunity to stop by for lunch. Tidepoole is well known to both the locals and tourists of Newport Beach. Their storefront is front and center on PCH, so it's truly hard to miss. I stopped by today after attending a nearby yoga class and grabbed a bite to-go. Their menu was straight forward, with options like sandwiches, pizzas, light sides, etc. I ordered the Charlie Sammy: sourdough, pesto, artichoke, provolone, tomatoes, and arugula. I also paid extra to add chicken as protein. The meal was delicious and served with a sliced pickle. The restaurant was close to empty, but I bet it stays jam packed during the summer months. Despite the slow season, parking is still tough. You'll find street parking available in the nearby residential neighborhoods. Luckily it's a nice walk, so don't let this small hiccup keep you from visiting!"

Champagnes Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4.1 (653) • $$

"Blueberry pancakes 5/5Lemon ricotta beignet 5/5Maple club 5/5Kale salad with salmon 5/5 Everything was freshly made with Quality ingredients and was so delicious. Matt the owner is running around helping us and out doing deliveries, you can tell his whole heart is in this restaurant. Today we were able to try the breakfast and lunch menu but I'll definitely be back for dinner. I can have this kale salad everyday!!! Service was excellent. You know a restaurant is good when it's full house. I'll be back for dinner."

Massimos Pizza and Pasta

★★★★☆ 4.3 (592) • $$

"Not a bad way to start the year off! With most places closed on New Year's Day, options were slim. We settled on pizza since most pizza places are open still on this national holiday. We found Massimos Pizza and Pasta on door dash and then quickly flipped to Yelp to check the reviews. I saw that the reviews were mostly good, and decided to take a chance. I ordered the veggie pizza with Alfredo sauce instead of marinara sauce. The pizza was cheesy and delicious. The toppings were fresh. The pizza dough was alright. That could be better. Nothing compares to freshly baked vegan pizza dough. But for regular pizza crust, it was alright. It would have been better with a butter crust or garlic- any flavor. The crust and dough were bland to me. We had to really use the ranch to dunk the pizza in it. With the ranch for dipping, it took this pizza up to a 8/10. Without the ranch we are talking more like 7/10."

Gibroni’s Pizza

★★★★★ 4.5 (537) • $$

"Another trip to Gibroni's, and I'm even more convinced--this is hands-down the best pizza spot in San Clemente. The 313 Pizza with pepperoni was everything you want in a Detroit-style pie: crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. The Fun Guys Pizza was a sleeper hit--the mushrooms were rich and savory, perfectly balanced with that caramelized crust.The garlic parmesan dry-rub wings? Insanely good. Super crispy, full of flavor, and honestly, I could've ordered another round.On top of all that, the service was great, and the food came out fast--even with a full house. Gibroni's has officially replaced Pizza Port as my go-to. If you haven't been yet, you're seriously missing out."

Cruisers Pizza Bar Grill - Newport Beach

★★★★☆ 3.8 (717) • $$

"A Stellar Experience with Ron Behind the Bar!I had the pleasure of sitting at the bar and being served by Ron, and I have to say, it was an unforgettable experience! I ordered an Appletini, and not only did Ron craft it perfectly--balanced, crisp, and with just the right amount of sweetness--but he also took the time to educate me on the drink's history and the subtle art of making a great cocktail.Ron's knowledge and passion for his craft really shone through as he explained the origins of the Appletini and how he puts his own twist on it. It was clear that he takes pride in every drink he makes, and his attention to detail elevated my entire visit.On top of his impressive bartending skills, Ron is incredibly personable, making sure every guest feels welcomed and taken care of. If you're ever at the bar, do yourself a favor and ask for Ron--you won't just get a drink, you'll get an experience!"

Mr Taco Nice

★★★★☆ 4.1 (605) • $$

"Very few places do Mexican pizza, and this is the only place that does it right. The Mexican meat lovers is the go to but the other meat options are good too if you don't like one of the meats or something. If you like shrimp, the Al gobernator is a must! It's like a creamy garlic shrimp that just works and is always a crowd pleaser. Their pizza crust is like a hybrid Detroit style that is thicker than the average standard crust, has good bounce and chew, and they do the cheese on the outer bottoms that gets nice and toasty. I also love their open salsa bar with tons of options. The creamy avocado salsa is our go to, and I always grab their pickled carrots, cucumbers, onions/cilantro and pickled onions/cilantro. It's super nice that they have the sandwich bags for the bulkier items. Avoid delivery at all cost! I was lazy and tried it once and the pizza is not the same. It sits in the delivery drivers car way too long and just becomes too spongy. Call in the order and go pick it up for the true quality experience! The staff is always super friendly and the inside can get a little cramp since they're usually busy. I like that the parking lot is pretty open as well so parking has never been an issue."

Buccaneer Pizza

★★★★☆ 3.8 (692) • $$

"This was pizza heaven for me. Extra cheesy and pure chaos. One bite forced me to shovel each slice down the hatch. The garlic knot ls and the garlic bread were killer too! Definitely coming back"

Uncle Reds Pizzeria

★★★★☆ 4.2 (543) • $$

"Best pizza ever!! The white stone is SOOOO GOOOD please try it you won't regret it. Also if you dine in it's so good right out of the oven. Even the crust is so amazing. There's ample seating inside too. Loveeee it. Never change. Best pizza in town!!!"

TJ's Woodfire Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.1 (558) • $$

"TJ Wood Fire Pizza has a great casual ambiance, perfect for a relaxed meal. Even with how busy it gets, the service is impressively attentive and friendly. And the pizza? Absolutely delicious--fresh ingredients, great flavors, and that perfect wood-fired crust. Definitely worth a visit!"

Pizza Boy

★★★★☆ 4.1 (521) • $

"Good pizza, fair prices. I accidentally ordered the xl pizza based on price alone. When I showed up and saw how big it was, I was in shock. $25 for a huge pepperoni pizza is an amazing deal. The staff were super friendly! Highly recommend this pizza place!"

Johnny's The Bronx Pizza

★★★★☆ 4 (545) • $$

"I'll keep it simple and sweet. Best . Damn. Pizza. In. OC. Eat there or be square. No other pizza place comes close in Orange County. I ride Laguna trails just so I can eat here. I live in Orange and it's bit of a drive but well worth it."

L'Antica Pizzeria Da Michele Belmont Shore

★★★★☆ 4.3 (471)

"I'm hoping this isn't one of my novel sized ratings because this place is SO AMAZING, I could go on and ONNNN! And I wish I was there now. My dog, Kennedy, & I were in the market for Italian, while we stayed at our airbnb on a short getaway close by. I door dashed L'Antica for us, husband joined later. We ordered La Diavola, Spaghetti Pomadoro, Meatballs & the Beet Salad. Holy molyyyyyy...and yes even as door dash. The pizza was amazing! Naples style. Came with reheating instructions for the oven and it was perfect. The spaghetti is house made and delicious with authentic rustic red sauce - omg. The beet salad knocked our socks off! Well not the dog, she stuck to spaghetti and a little bit of meatballs. But my husband and I were astounded by the amazing flavor and enjoyment. The meatballs were so tasty and beefier tasting over bread crumbs like other meatballs I'm not the biggest fan of anywhere else. I forgot to mention, they sent side bread sticks. I dipped those in that amazing rustic red sauce the meatballs were swimming in - WOW!!We loved it so much, we took our entire family to dine there the very next day. We ordered the same items, but added the basil pasta and the pizza that has the spicy peppers to it. Again, holy moly...or mamma Mia, rather! I can't say enough about the food here it is just something you have to experience! When we dined in the ambiance was wonderful and the service was friendly warm quick and wonderful. I think the best way to put it is just what I said, this is just something you have to experience, especially in person, but even delivered by DoorDash! It is so amazing."

Out Of The Park Pizza

★★★★☆ 3.7 (624) • $$

"We came to Out of the Park Pizza for an end of the season soccer party with a bunch of kids and adults. Our Team Mom made a reservation for a number of tables and we were able to order the kids pizza plus give them game cards.All in all this was a very good place to have a party. Usually these kind of things are handled at Chuck E. Cheese, but I was happy for a change of scenery. Out of the Park Pizza had much more food and drink options. And it was a more relaxed atmosphere.A few things to keep in mind for our next time here:***The games are expensive so the little cards go fast. It might be helpful to bring other stuff to keep the kids entertained or get ready to shell out more money:)***If you have tables reserved, keep your eyes on them. I saw two families come and remove the signs that held our tables, move them to a back table and then take our tables for themselves. This made it so we didn't have enough room for our team to sit and it didn't seem like the staff did anything about it when we complained as we didn't get the two tables back.***The game room is located at one end of the pizza place. Next time, we'll try to reserve tables close to that so we won't have to run back and forth to check on the kids."

Domenicos on the Lake

★★★★☆ 4.2 (479) • $$

"Had a great first experience here! The staff was so welcoming and nice. Nikki was our server, and she was amazing! The food was delicious. I had the pasta with sausage and tomato cream sauce. They gave a lot of sausage! They give focaccia bread with your meal with a side of creamy balsamic. Amazing!I look forward to coming back and trying other dishes :)"

Ciao Italian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.8 (581) • $$

"Amazing food and amazing staff! Very Tasty come check it out if you are ever in Balboa!!!!!!!!"

Massimo's Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.4 (426) • $$

"I've been happily eating here for a million years. My brothers ate here, my son ate here. I've never had a bad meal here and I always get great service. Things I love: 1: lunch special2: side of meatballs3: antipasto salad- large- the red vinegar dressing is so good I could drink it. 4: sandwiches- all great! 5. i love love love the mushroom pastaThank you Massimo's for filling my memories with so many great moments! PS great place to catch a sporting event on tv"

Ambrose Pizzeria

★★★★☆ 3.5 (650) • $

"We love this place, great food big portion and tons of fun. We will always come back"

Bricco

★★★★☆ 4.4 (410) • $$

"This place is one of our favorite local Italian options! We came across it on DoorDash and have been ordering from them ever since. Everything we've ever ordered from here is delicious, you literally can't go wrong. We love all the pastas, our top two favorites are the Pappardelle + Bolognese and the Alfredo pasta. You can taste the freshness in the noodles. All the pizzas are really good as well, perfect crust. Also, can't forget to try their meatballs and the cannoli's for dessert."

Westend

★★★★☆ 4.2 (448) • $$

"We had a private event here tonight for a 30th birthday and it was such a blast! First and foremost, Kayleigh and Dax gave us top notch customer service. Went above and beyond to make my husband's 30th memorable and personable. The food was yummy and the drinks were strong. Can't ask for much more! The bartender was super sweet and kept things moving a great pace! We will have more future events here!"

LW Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.1 (468) • $

"Great great great pizza spot. Always wanted to try this place being next to Blondies. Go for a drink then hit the pizza place for some food. I ended up getting the Hollywood Pizza personal size. Got the food pretty quick service was fantastic and the take Apple Pay here as well. Parking is pretty good as long as the shopping center isn't to full. Wasn't to packed or loud seems like most people get pizza to go because definitely open tables. Will come back again."

Alien Pizza Planet

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (759) • $$

"Not bad, 3 stars for having gluten free crust available. It took longer but I don't mind. Being in Disneyland I don't have high expectations but I was happy that I could grab a quick meal. Interior was nice and they had many condiments for your meal."

Dino's Italian Restaurant & Pizza

★★★★☆ 4.1 (451) • $$

"This restaurant was recommended by a local so my boyfriend and I decided to stop by for dinner after our flight. This location is off the freeway and in a convenient area with a few gas stations. The center wasn't well lit so I couldn't see what else was around. Upon arrival, there was plenty of parking considering that we got there near closing.The server immediately greeted and seated us. She was very friendly. I loved our seats because we were able to catch the Giants vs Dodgers game. There were flatscreens throughout the restaurant as well. I ordered the Veal Parmigiana Dinner (Highly recommended) and my boyfriend ordered a Calzone. My dinner came with a side of spaghetti, salad, and garlic bread. Enough to feed 2 people. The Calzone was huge. Overall, our experience was great. The manager honored my Yelp Check In 10% discount and their staff was super friendly and attended to our request. The food was extra delicious and one of the best Italian joints I've been to in awhile. Definitely coming back again when I'm in the area."

Lui's Pizza & Subs

★★★★★ 4.5 (357) • $

"They had thEE most perfect mini pizza for my cravings. Very heavy Pizza but it was very delicious and super fresh! Thank you!"