I made you a pizza map! 👉 bit.ly/SD-Pizza-Map 🍕If I'm missing anything, please let me know in the comments and I'll add it in! ❤️ If you're a local San Diegan; what's your favorite pizza spot here in San Diego!? In other news, next week I'm off to Croatia to film a new travel series!! 🇭🇷 If you have any recommendations, send me a DM on IG anytime @TravelDeeper 🙌 Thanks for watching!

@sylviainfante4360

2 жыл бұрын

Be safe take care

@rbrtgrdn

2 жыл бұрын

Sister's Pizza

@audiophileAJ

2 жыл бұрын

Dude! Some good ones and you gotta visit Mom's Pizza in Sorrento Valley and the OG 🐐s Blind Lady Ale House and Pauly's Pizza Joint.

@DavidVesey78

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video and reviews. Gelati and Peccati in North Park is authentic and everything is good, especially the Lussuria. Pizza Bella in Old Town is great, especially the Sigma-Chi.

@marilynp1246

2 жыл бұрын

I’m local and love the slices at Square Pizza! 😍 They have different styles to choose from too!

I grew up in San Diego and you guys were literally right around the corner from the best Pizza. Filippis!!!

CT native that just visited San Diego. So happy to see the New Haven style bar pizza represented. The hot honey pizza (locally usually called the Hot Lips or the Stinger depending where you go) is a favorite for sure. And potato pizza, for whatever reason, is really popular too. Great looking pies all around!

Absolutely the best pizza video I have ever watched!!! Great job guys. Love the chemistry you 3 have!!

Having lived in San Diego since 1993 I can say you definitely hit some of the best spot. Bronx Pizza was my home for years because I lived a block away. Two spots I also love are Mr. Motos and Isola in Little Italy. Great video.

@moeball740

2 жыл бұрын

Does Bronx still only accept cash? Also, I've had pizza in the Bronx near Yankee Stadium, but I've always thought Bronx Pizza was actually better.

@MrDuboce

3 ай бұрын

I never thought I would better pizza than NYC, but wow, the pizza in Little Italy is great.

I was born in San Diego in 1980 and lived in Kensington. when it comes to the best there is none other than Venice Pizza House on El Cajon Blvd. Since 1954. It makes me sad its not on your list. I recommend "The Works" or the #12 as it used to be referred to. I now live in Murrieta, CA and I will not hesitate to drive the 70 miles to get that pizza.

@moeball740

2 жыл бұрын

@Gary Denison - that's funny, I've gone to Venice with friends a few times, but 1) it was several years ago and 2) we always got pasta, which was also excellent, btw. I'll have to check out the pizza. What is their best?

@danieldunlap4077

2 жыл бұрын

The Chicago Pizza company in Santee blows that place out of the water

@oiitzME1266

2 жыл бұрын

dude did you read the paper? they might be closing down...so sad

@andrewperaza2839

2 жыл бұрын

@@oiitzME1266 really ? I live close by and always get it . What’s the word ?

@peaceandwealthseeker4504

Жыл бұрын

@@danieldunlap4077 that is easily the worst pizza in san diego they used pre baked crust

I think the show's format with the music choice + b-roll combo is unmatched. I'm tired of the ubiquitous license free hip hop/trap beats in all the other videos on KZread these days. good pacing, lo-fi/jazzy beat in the background behind the dialogue is *chefs kiss*. This channel captures the SD essence. good work

I just happened upon this channel tonight, love all these San Diego spots being featured!

Thank you for this video! Lived in San Diego all my life and have always wanted to try a really good pizza place!

Thanks for the awesome video 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. I work a block away from Square pizza. So so excited to try out for lunch tomorrow. Thanks guys!

Great video. Bronx is always a favorite and I just had a pizza at Buona Forchetta a couple of weeks ago for a friend’s birthday. Both great places and appreciate these other recommendations - will give them a try.

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks James! Definitely so many great styles of pizza here in San Diego - far better than I ever expected moving out here!

Perfect timing for this pizza vid! We are heading to Coronado in a few months and for sure will hit a few of these joints. Great job, guys!

Can’t have a list without Venice Pizza House. It’s a local classic 👌

@GMDII

2 жыл бұрын

Amen Brother

@rude_bwoy_mikey7118

2 жыл бұрын

HAY'LL YEAH!!!

@christophertaylor8086

2 жыл бұрын

Real talk

@13Voodoobilly69

11 ай бұрын

🙌🙌🙌

😁 Smiling over here. 😁 Your videos always make me smile. Also, I miss San Diego and I love seeing your food videos around town.

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 🙌

As someone living in San Diego I really appreciate this kind of channels that tells me where to go to get good food! new subscriber here!

Want ro try them all ! The 🍯 honey one , tempting . That last one intrigued me . Thank you for sharing . Want to try them ALL , that's it . Can't wait for Croatia vlog .

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you Monica! I can't wait to experience Croatia and share it all!! I definitely recommend trying them all, and the honey special was really amazing!

Thanks for the map. A lot of new places to try.

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! I really did it so I would remember myself 🤣

Wow very impressed ! Love your channel overall .

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! 🙌

@pizzareviewsonthego

2 жыл бұрын

@@GarethLeonard My brother lives out in S.D. he said TNT Pizza is very good. Keep up the great work.

I have to try the Urban spot. Great video, Gareth! SD❤️!!

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I highly recommend it, Zaia! 🥳

Your videos are great you deserved to have more views!

Another set of places to add to the food tour! Personal favorite pizza places of mine are Sicilian Thing Pizza in North Park and Pizza E Birra on India St.

@patrickhertig2987

8 ай бұрын

Sicilian Thing is pretty good. I get the square “thing”. Eat it for a week

I've been to Square Pizza many times when I visit San Diego. Best pizza ever! Fred's pizza are just amazing! I was drooling when they brought out that Detroit. I need another trip back to P.B. soon to get my fix!! They also have Brazilian cheese bread that melts in your mouth. Holy hell - this video was great. It's making me so hungry now! 🙂

@TheBambi507

2 жыл бұрын

which place has the brazilian cheese bread O_O?

@deilugo4813

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheBambi507 I'd like to know as well !

@jeffkoss134

Жыл бұрын

@@TheBambi507 Square Pizza has the best Brazilian cheese bread. The owners - Fred & Poli are Brazilian.

@jeffkoss134

Жыл бұрын

@@deilugo4813 Square Pizza has the best Brazilian cheese bread. The owners - Fred & Poli are Brazilian.

Like your channel, love the places you go

Hi Gareth, Thanks for this video. I'm visiting San Diego from San Francisco. I ate at Buona Forchetta tonight and it was AMAZING! Tutti Motto Benne--Grazie!

Great video!!! The square pizza looked delicious. I will definitely be trying that next time out there. For me Filippis Pizza Grotto is the best pizza. Definitely try the little Italy one for a great old world experience.

The guy who served you at lefties touched me in my sleep

Thanks for the recommendations, gonna have to try them! Another place I think worth checking out is Regents Pizzeria in LJ/UTC area.

@Blahlalovely

2 жыл бұрын

Ahhh I used to love this one! I used to go there when the original creator and owner was there, before he passed. Their pizza was my favorite in SD when I lived there. Almost suggested it but wasn’t sure if it was as good anymore. They used to add real fresh grated big chunks of Parmesan on top and that was incredible. :P

@leticiagomez-young8836

2 жыл бұрын

Regents Pizza is my favorite for Chicago Style, it’s definitely like the ones I had in Chicago.

@rantdeville

2 жыл бұрын

Damn. How did they miss Regents. Absolute FIRE

@adamspera9299

2 жыл бұрын

Regents should have definitely been on here

@robertoalvarez88

2 жыл бұрын

I love Regents for their pizza, but they cook a FANTASTIC bacon cheeseburger!!

Buona Forchetta is my favorite pizza place! Thanks for the video!

I can’t wait to try all that places too ☺️

Fun to see you and your best friends enjoying so much pizza in San Diego .I grew up in Connecticut where there are lots of neighborhood pizza places usually run by families .When I moved to San Diego in 1988,there were'nt any small neighborhood places .Thanks for making the video .Do you have to pay for all the pizzas or does the restaurants comp you?

@kb9788

2 жыл бұрын

Yes there were a number of great neighborhood places you just did not know where to look, can tell you didn't really know anything about SD.

@CombYerLip

2 жыл бұрын

CT people know their pizza. Nothing beats New Haven.

So good..thank you for the tour!!

Nice to meet you today Gareth. Keep up the great videos

Love all these places! Knew Matteo before Buona Forchetta, so happy for his family's success! Another spot I can't get enough of is Venice Pizza House on 33rd and El Cajon. Oh shoot: shout out to Blind Lady and their egg and bacon pizza.

Love this! Been to Bronx and Leftys so gotta hit the other spots.

This was such a fun video, man! I loved seeing you and your friends enjoy the Chicago-style pizza. Chicago-style gets a lot of hate from a lot of people, but as a Chicagoan myself, I love it! Looks like a super fun day overall. You can't go wrong when it's a day filled with pizza, right?

@arrowv1

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. That was awesome!

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brandon, I appreciate it! It was definitely just a fun laidback style video that fed the soul (and the stomach)! 😆

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Aaron!

@aloeup2121

2 жыл бұрын

Lefty’s is one my favs. But it’s for the thin and crispy

@stevengarcia5303

2 жыл бұрын

@@GarethLeonard Coming from a Chicagoan, Regents Pizzeria’s Chicago Style Meatlovers has the best in SD

I’ve tried the 4 out of the 5. Buona Forchetta is by far my favorite. That’s if you’re into authentic Italian style pizza. Basic pizza is okay IMO. I haven’t been to square pizza but that’s because I tend to stay away from PB. 😂

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, that's fair, but it is worth the trip... and then turn around and get out of there! 😅

@brandonward2708

2 жыл бұрын

Square is so fucking good. Worth the trip.

Now I want pizza! 🤤🤤🤤 great video

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, do it!

Awesome video!

This was fun and trying squares for sure. Bronx fan already 👍

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, highly recommend it!! 🙌

Looks so yummy! 🤗

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Which one would you try first Sylvia?

As a local of San Diego you guys hit all my favorite spots. I love it when new people come to San Diego to have our delicious foods.

@rich8381

Жыл бұрын

What's basic like compared to Urban. Wasn't impressed with basic

@Yardo

9 ай бұрын

@@rich8381 Never been to Basic, but I got a large cheese pie from URBN on doordash and legit ate the whole thing. It was one of the best pizzas I've ever had.

The problem I found in San Diego is no consistency in the pizzas. One is the pizza can be great for a little while then next can be not so great. Like when new owners take over and they try to maximize profits by skimping on ingredients while charging more for the pizza. It's like a hit or miss game.

I should’ve ate before watching this.. lol I really could go for some pizza right now 😋 thank you for the video 🔥

I grew up eating the white pizza @ the Bronx Pizza. Then got a roommate who worked at Leftys so grew to love that too but that Detroit pizza looks delicious.

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Ha, sounds like you've had a great mix! 🙌

Omggggg I need to Try the deep dish pizza 😍😍😍

The pizza is so big. Enjoy guys. Happy weekend.

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, you too!

Incredible video!

Lol, the conversational interactions in this video were superb, lol, 😁😁😭. Also, places 2,3 & 5 looked,👌🏽👌🏽👌🏽. I’d definitely try the 2nd one if it’s non-gmo et I absolutely spotted what looked like some handcrafted artisan beer at the 3rd location. I seldom drink beer but know plenty of amis who would love that. Overall, fun video hun, 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽💕💕✊🏽

I’ve had them all except Square; excited to try it. Pretty good list!

@jeffkoss134

2 жыл бұрын

Square Pizza is amazing!!! Definitely Detroit style. These guys are spot on - it looks like it's a very heavy Chicago deep dish but it's really light. Love that place!

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kelly, do you have a favorite spot?

@kellyo6174

2 жыл бұрын

@@GarethLeonard your list is pretty good....buona forchetta is one of my faves, and Ambrogio 15 (in PB not Little Italy)

Filippi's Pizza Grotto in Little Italy is my favorite so far in San Diego. A little further? RANCE'S CHICAGO PIZZA!!! 🤤🤤. I would drive 2 hours easily to get some Rance's. Costa Mesa is my favorite location

@seancollins5724

2 жыл бұрын

I do love Filipi's, but the community is split on them lol

@rb26dett400r

2 жыл бұрын

I think santee location is the best. Haven’t tried little Italy yet. But fillipis is my number one pizza. Lol I have a few slices in the fridge right now 😂

My favorite is Pizza Port Solana Beach, but only went there once for the 30th anniversary (the one in Ocean Beach is much closer). My go to is High Tide in Coronado. People say Bronx is the best, but not a fan of thin crust like that

I like you guys ! New sub here from Quebec !

My guy Fred! Hardest worker in the biz. Traditional Fred fashion to drive down from Julian on his day off to make 1 pizza. Long Live Square Pizza! Go get a hot slice. Eat it there while it's hot and grab a bag of frozen slices to bring home.

All of them look amazing in their own way😍🤤

I will try all of them. Also, thanks for the map.

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Jesus! Let me know which one you like the best! 🙌

@jesusbarraza9683

2 жыл бұрын

@@GarethLeonard I'll sure do. Thanks!

Great to see this! Buona Forchetta is my favorite in SD, followed by Blind Lady Ale House. A good note about Buona Forchetta is that their gluten-free crust is amazing and, arguably, even better than the regular crust. No joke! I haven't tried Lefty's, Square, or Bronx yet but will soon. Thanks!

@larrymee1484

2 жыл бұрын

Eh I've boycotted Buona Forchetta after the lame shit they tried pulling on Lefty's.

@andrewmarinkovich8657

2 жыл бұрын

@@larrymee1484 I haven't heard anything about that.

@brandonward2708

2 жыл бұрын

@@larrymee1484 What's that about?

@brandonward2708

2 жыл бұрын

Blind Lady is amazing. And great beer too of course.

@larrymee1484

2 жыл бұрын

@@brandonward2708 As far as I know, they posted up right by the entrance of Leftys with a portable pizza oven and started selling pizza and talking down to the workers at Leftys. I'm not sure if there are other things they have done, but for that, I will not support them.

You guys mentioned Luigi in the beginning but why didn't you actually go to Luigi's Pizzeria???🤷‍♀️ Their pizza is HANDS DOWN the best pizza in San Diego. You guys missed out. And the girl behind the counter at lunch is hilarious! Always dancing and singing as she hands us our pizza:) We have a great time and their style is unique as well, woulda been a great addition to your list:)

@thepunisher8078

2 жыл бұрын

No way is Luigi pizza the best lol

@aloeup2121

2 жыл бұрын

Luigi and Bronx are as close to a coin flip as it gets imo, nearly identical pies . Wouldn’t make sense to go there if they’re only hitting 5 spots.

I am embarrassed but I learned a lot. After over 40 years in San Diego I could have only referred you to Pizza Hut, Round Table, and Fillipie’s.

I love it!!

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Cheers Dexter! 👍

This was a really good review of San Diego pizza. As someone that is new to the area (1 year) I still don't know anything about the city. Item of note, the Detroit style place offers by the slice.

As a former San Diegan and I've eaten at all the places you guys went to I have to say hands down the very best pizza is Fred's at Square Pizza!! He is a total artisan and I really miss the place!!! Must try for everyone for sure!!

the last one😊💜💜💜 I'm driving to SD real soon

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, well worth the drive Violet! ❤️

"You think its a brick and then you lift it up and youre like wait... It's a hummingbird" xD hilarious

Love Lefty's !! will have to try the other places..

I've always loved Mona Lisa's margherita pizza in Little Italy. If you love garlic, it's a must try.

Made my day!

Great video!! I actually like Luigi’s in GH better than Bronx 😂

How could you skip Dominos??? It was like right there!! I'm totally kidding 🤣. Great stuff Gareth! Don't stay away so long!

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, thanks Victor!!

Love Detroit style pizza so good to know about Square. Will have to try them out. We’ve done TNT Pizza for Detroit and NY style pizza and they are really good. Would love to see how they measure up to the ones you all reviewed

@seancollins5724

2 жыл бұрын

If you like Detroit style pizza, you'll love this! I guarantee it.

Go Square Pizza! Square is the new round! “Hummingbird brick” I loved it!

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, I'm trying to convince them to use it as their tagline!

I haven't been out and about since the covid thing started, but the first thing I usually do when moving to a new area is find the best pizza. I used to live in south Orange County for most of my life and moved to Phoenix to help my parents, and now back in San Diego. I have tried about five different places and tried to go to Bronx Pizza but got so frustrated by the parking situation I gave up. A couple of months ago I finally tried Luigi's in North Park which was one of the best pizzas I have found, and I still have a few on my list to try.

@sumwonkool

8 ай бұрын

That’s it’s Bronx u gave up on and Luigi’s? What else u try?

Props for the Pearl Jam shirt! Gotta do that pizza tour in SD soon.

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Most definitely!

love your San Diego food videos 😋 super bad to watch during lunch though 🥵

@redlionplumbing

2 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah favorite pizza in San Diego is Milo's but back when the old guy was working the oven. The young guys overcook the pies a bit.

Damn 😂😂 Super long intro for the pizza expert friend, then "this is Shag" 😂 Great looking pizza 🍕 Definitely planning a San Diego foodie trip soon!

Now i know where to go next time I’m in San Diego :)

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!! 👍

Just visited San Diego again recently, made a point to get a pie from the Bronx. Favorite pizza place hands down.

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

I agree! definitely a solid slice on the west coast! 👊

Lived here my whole life. My 2 SD favs: Basic potato bacon and also Can’t beat that Bronx combo 2 slices & a soda!!

Sicilian Thing and The Pizza Standard are some of my favorite spots that weren't mentioned. The mashed potato pizza from URBN has a special place in my heart tho.

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

I gotta try those two!! 👍

@cowboy4187

2 жыл бұрын

love sicilian thing, having both ny and thick crust pizzas is very nice.

I have a friend, a Chicago native, that helped Lefty's formulate their crust back in the day. He was their guineapig.

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

That's why I chose Lefty's... I was told it was the most authentic of the 3 Chicago style choices in town 👍

The best one two punch Lefty’s & Square Pizza 🍕. They all looked tremendous but I’m a thick crust guy. No wimpy NY style.

North Park Friendly for the best slice of pie. Yall killed the SD pizza scene. Love the channel Gareth

laughing at your intro description.... having tried pizza in egypt i can agree but they do have great pastas and breads!

Great video! Iv'e tried 4 out of the 5. I live 2-3 blocks from Bronx so its a go to but for me the best pizza in San Diego is Tribute Pizza and they stand a good level above all others to me.

@moeball740

2 жыл бұрын

Paul - where is Tribute located?

@cheynesd

2 жыл бұрын

@@moeball740 North Park. the name is because they do an homage to famous pizzas around the world.

Volare on Barnett near Midway is a real historic treasure. Small family run and authentic. Lunch specials are a deal. Not a just a pizza joint it has picatta,marsala and seafood as well. Don't be in a hurry because it's made fresh when you order.

Living in PB, Square Pizza was already my go-to spot in the neighborhood but this is validation that my taste is exquisite.

Great video great channel. Bronx is my number one, They're all good. I'm still looking for a good Sicilian

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

Have you tried Sicilian Thing? I've heard they do a really good slice.

@SK-bk3yh

2 жыл бұрын

@@GarethLeonard I did. I wasn't impressed, too much cheese. Have you tried Long Island Mike's

I love your food videos since I live in SD but you’re going to make me gain weight if I keep ordering from these places after watching 😂

I'd pick Bronx Pizza as my, 'I need a real NY slice', it looks spot on. I'd love an Italian beef from Lefty's, (Chicago has fantastic thin crust/square cut, super yummy). That bacon potato looked to die for, the pesto punch as well. When you described Squares, I can imagine that pillowy lightness vesseling those tomatoes and cheese and basil... If you're ever up north, Golden Boy delivers that amazing pillowy goodness with each bite a flavor bomb, clams and garlic. It's perfect. I love yummy food and I love pizza, right next to classic deli heros/hoagies/subs, whatever you like to call them. A great slice, Bronx Pizza for this show, can sit right next to a great sandwich with no problems whatsoever. They're best friends for life. 🤗👍🤌🌻

Bronx Pizza, URB Pizza, and Lefty's looked BOMB. Not a big fan of Neopolitan style pizza. I know. I know. It's the closest thing to "real" pizza, but I'm more of an American pizza connoisseur. Both pies from URB looked so delicious. Will definitely hit 'em up next time I'm in Daygo. Thanks again, G.

Born, raised, and still here 60 years later. You did a nice job! Especially the end where you suggest that "...there's 5 for you to try...". Despite the title! For "best" I might have gone more old-school established SD spots, but since you're new to SD? Kidding, but comparatively speaking you are... Good job, fun video.

Tanks looking forward to tray them specially chicago one ass well the last one

Planning to try square after watching your video Always looking for places to eat. I live in Claremont would love to hear any good Mexican food around balboa and convoy area. What are the best restaurants on convoy?

If you're trying pizza in SD, you have to try moms pizza and pasta in Sorrento valley. Full disclaimer, I work there, but we do have excellent pizza. In the top 3 best category 2 years running. We've only been open for 1.5 years

I sorely miss TK's Pizza- I grew up in Fairport until I moved here in the mid 80s after high school. How can we convince Nick to open a location here? Heck - even a TK's pizza truck would kill it here! Yes, you can find good pizza in San Diego...but nothing like TK's - a great, simple, everyday pizza.

Filippi’s pizza grotto in Chula Vista is the spot…👍

Made me hungry!

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

That's my job 😅

I'd recommend trying Sisters Pizza in Hillcrest. Great pizza 🍕

I tried Square Pizza because of this video and ...oh my God! AMAZING! My new favorite pizza in San Diego!

Mom's Pizza Sorrento Valley had a focaccia-like crust that's to die for. Pauly's Pizza Joint for NY style (get their Christmas Pie) and BLAH (Blind Lady Ale House) for the greatest small artisan pizzas.

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

I gotta try these spots!! Thanks, Adam. 👊

@ryanperkins8127

2 жыл бұрын

I'm the kitchen manager at moms, thanks for the shout out 👍

Omg 😱 that make me hungry 🤤

@GarethLeonard

2 жыл бұрын

That's my job! 😅