I always get nervous when the food is already cooked and waiting for you to order it but with the first bite you can taste the freshness. i went at lunch and there was no wait. I ordered the 2-slice lunch special and it was tasty. I don't want to oversell it cause its pizza, you're not gonna "slap yo mama", but if you like New York style, you will like this. the crust of the za (pizza) had a good crunch to it but was also the right amount of chewy. it was perfectly balanced with the cheese, sauce, and toppings. I usually want more or less of one of those things, but here, no notes!! the inside had a certain charm as the walls had huge photos of boxing legends. it wasn't the biggest area but there was plenty of seating or enough room to host a group, but since it was a nice day I sat at the outside common area that is shared by all the business in the plaza. read more

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Updating my review fr a year ago. Staff are not aware of current promos and I was referred to the manager. I asked a simple question whether I was able to order 2 promos in 1 transaction or if I would have to order separately. Either way, they get the same business. I was rudely told that it would have to be ordered by a different person and that's why it was called a promo. What?! No where in the promos is there any disclaimer that it's one promo per transaction or person. I was referred back to staff (super friendly and nice girl who sounded young), who processed my 1 order, and my husband called to place another order. My husband and friend went in to pick up the order since it had to be "2 separate people" and my husband was able to pay for both orders in 2 separate transactions. He said he didn't have a problem when he went in, but mentioned that he noticed the staff felt intimidated by the manager. We order here for convenience and the pizzas are good for thin crust, but this is the last time we order from here. For the staff, kudos for you in putting up with a manager that has a BS attitude. For customers, spend your $ elsewhere and support other businesses. read more

I really enjoyed the two slice lunch special I had here today. I had 2 slices of thin crust pizza and a soda for $7 . I think this is an excellent lunch choice if you're in the area. read more

Knockout Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

Did an online order for an XXL pizza, wings, 2 liter soda and garlic knots. Food was really good however the bone-in wings are really small but despite that they are good. Definitely love the variety of the menu, the delivery driver was super nice and helpful when he delivered the food. I would definitely order from this place again. read more

This is a small place with a big menu. Pizza, Pasta, Sandwiches and more. It has some cool pictures on the wall of places in New York and the table tops have maps. They sell pizza by the slice. We looked at them and even though they heat them in the oven, they looked as if they'd been there for a while. We decided to order the Hells Kitchen pizza and a Meatball Sandwich. The man who took our order was very friendly. The place seemed fairly busy to me but he said it was kind of slow. So I was surprised that it took quite a while to get our order. It was all good and the prices were fair. I would go there again if I'm in the area but wouldn't go out of my way to try it again. read more

What year the other day they have gone downhill the owner sits in a fucking chair doing nothing for his place. This place has gone downhill. They were good at one time but not anymore. I will never ever ever ever go back there. The pizza is old. I took pictures of it. If anybody wants to see it let me know I will put pictures of the pizza it was burnt out never again. Will I go back? read more

It's a little hole in the wall place. The cashier was very nice and my food was out fast. I ordered two slices and a soda. I come by here when I want something quick, affordable, and filling. I was one of two customers so it was peaceful and enjoyable to eat my meal. read more

If you want a proper New York slice of pizza this is the spot. Their crust is thin and crispy and the ingredients/toppings are delicious. Skip the big pizza businesses and support a local pizza shop. As long as I'm in this part of San Diego this will remain my go to pizzeria! read more

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A review for Knockout is really long due. I'm reviewing now because I discovered they have online ordering for pick-up which is awesome during the pandemic. We had previously been ordering through delivery apps and I know they take a lot from restaurants, however, due to trying to stay cautious and safe at home, we used them. This weekend we were thinking of getting some pizza from Knockout and decided to check their website to see if they had their own delivery or even just online ordering (including payment) and they did. So we tried it out. I was a little skeptical because I hadn't heard of the website they used for online ordering before. Talech.com. But it all worked out great. I placed my order, paid, was even able to tip online. It would me when the order would be ready and even told me when it actually was. It was ready early! I went in told them I had an online order and they had it all ready. I did not have any issues with customer service at all. Everyone was masked, there were social distancing markers, and plexiglass. I was in and out very quickly. They were friendly too. The pizza was delicious and the cookies were even warm! My favorite pizza here is the knockout pizza. It's so delicious and I don't even know why. We've also tried a few other specialty ones and they were tasty too. Why 4 stars and not 5 then, I did have a poor experience once but it was years and years ago. I ordered a significant number of pizzas and they refused to give me more than 3-4 plates. I had ordered pizza for a party for 20-30 people - what was I going to do with 3-4 plates? They were going to charge me for more which I refused. Anyway, that was a long time ago. All the times I've had pizza from them during the pandemic have been a good experience and tasted great. I will definitely continue to support this small business! read more

Knockout Pizzeria - Knockout specialty, my favorite - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

Ordered pizza- and it was great! The food was well prepared and processed point was in line with most mom and pop pizza places. Did an online order and food was ready when I arrived. Will be back! read more

The owner seems like an A-hole but he makes some damn good pizza . I guess these salty New Yorkers are all rough around the edges?

This pizza is soooooo good! We got the chicken ranch pizza and metro pizza. Both were amazing but the chicken ranch was definitely my favorite. The staff was very friendly and helpful as well. This is definitely our new go to pizza spot read more

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I used to come here regularly on my work break when i worked across the street. I stopped coming after leaving my job but came in the other day for old times sake. I ordered my usual pepperoni slice and garlic knots and i noticed there was a fresh pepperoni pie but the worker tried to give me a slice from the older looking one. I kindly asked "can i have a slice from the other pie?" He looked at me as if i asked for $100 and then reluctantly gave me the slice i wanted. Terrible customer service and also my same order that was around $9 is now $12. I won't be coming here anymore and i genuinely hope this place goes out of business i don't know how it hasn't happened yet read more

I ordered the single slice while waiting for a delivery pickup and they had me wait 30 minutes!! when I lost my patience and stood up to ask when the order was ready, they calmly walk to the top of their pizza oven and handed it to me. You told me 10 minutes on arrival, and you didn't even bother to tell me the order was ready. that doesn't get the Carl's jr. Pass, I ordered one slice, that doesn't take 30 minutes to eat, so the bothering principle is out of question. You had three people in that store and you all just let me sit there and wait. Here's my one star, no more deliveries from you people and certainly no more pies read more

Knockout Pizzeria - Burnt Ass Pizza - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

The lunch deals are pretty cheap where you get a slice of pizza, salad and a drink for $6.50. However I didn't feel very welcomed when coming into the store. Personally wouldn't go out of my way to come back. read more

The guy running this place was incredibly rude when I tried to order food to go. I walked in and he wouldn't serve me. It said it was open but he told me it wasn't even though it was after 11am. I asked if I could please put in an order and come back and he didn't even respond. He just turned and walked away. Class act! read more

I love the specials that they have. Two slices with a drink for $7, you can't beat that. It's a small place but then again you're there for the food, not the ambience. I've had the baked Ziti with extra mozzarella and a slice of pepperoni with jalapeño pizza. Delicious! I've never had an issue with the owner, he's always been friendly towards me. You'd be grumpy too having to deal with rude, demanding customers as well. read more

Really good food for the price cheese pizza was excellent. Little hole in the wall place looks to be an independent.

Came here with my son and his friends for some pizza after doing an activity to celebrate my son's bday. Ordered 2 18" pizzas, one pepperoni and one half cheese, half with olive, 8 dinks, 8 garlic knots and a garlic cheese bread. I received one pepperoni and one with cheese and olives on the whole pie. Since they are a small mom and pop shop, I didn't want them to take a loss so I didn't say anything about it. The older man who seemed to be the owner even asked if everything was ok and I said, "yes, everything's great." The good: pizzas tasted good - thin and a nice chew to it. For the kids that wanted cheese only, they had to pick off the pepperoni and olives, which didn't turn out too well. Knots were good and so we're the garlic cheese bread. The boys working the register were nice enough and helpful. The problem: we got 8 sodas. There were no ice coming out of the soda machine. When I told the owner about it, he said, "Yeah, the machine is out of ice." No apologies, no let me discount you for not having cold soda, nothing. As we were wrapping up, I asked for a small box for the left over pizza. The owner asked me how many slices I had left but in an accusatory kind of way, making me feel like I shouldn't have asked. When one of the boys said to give me the 14" size box, they owner said, "Fine, take whatever." Made me feel as if I was inconveniencing him by being a customer. Really odd. What others have said about this guy having a bad attitude is true. I don't know if the business is struggling or he's just tired of working, but comes off as unfriendly. So, if you want pizza from this place, might be better to order to go than to sit down here. read more

Awful. Pizza was cold and delivery took an hour. Tasted terrible. Way overpriced for what it is.

Always great pizza and friendly staff. Never disappointed. The variety is great and during Lent I still get great food! read more

A hidden gem of a Pizzeria Definitely a 5 excellent pizza and thee Garlic knots are a 10 Service was good We are definitely Coming back read more

Had a late lunch today at this pizza restaurant. Line: no when I came by around 2:15 PM. I ordered 2 slides of pizza of any type + small drink for $6.50 + tax. -pizza: were thin crust which tasted OK, but a little oily. Owner: alright. read more

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The worst customer service ever. Pizza was delivered completely destroyed. Called for a replacement and was met with a bad attitude like I was inconveniencing him. Requested to have pepperoni omitted from the replacement and pepperoni was still on the pizza. Called back to let them know what happened and again bad attitude, requested a refund. I do not recommend this place at all!!! ABSOLUTELY HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE read more

Worse place I have picked to eat pizza. They didn't cook all the items I ordered at the same time because they forgot, cashier got really annoyed and blame everyone else in the store but him and finally after waiting another 20 minutes after my first order came out they still got it wrong. So save yourself a hustle and avoid this place. read more

This was me and my boyfriend's first time at Knockout. We walked in and I immediately felt so uncomfortable and awkward, but we proceeded to the register to order. It was still lunch time so I decided to do their two pizza slices and drink lunch special. Not knowing much about the menu, it took me a while to figure out what slices to get. The owner was just standing there and seemed annoyed waiting for me as if he had something else better to do. I felt so rushed so I just ordered the pesto slice sitting up in the front and a basic pepperoni slice. The way he talked to us made me feel like I was a hassle. The food is good, but very oily. The pizza was very thin and not like Pizza Hut or whatever else pizza we're used to here. My boyfriend got the calzone and it was h u g e!! I personally wasn't a fan but I liked the pizza. The place could use a little cleaning up. I hate to say that I liked the pizza because the service was not up to par. read more

Knockout Pizzeria - Calzone was basically the size of the pizza box Pepperoni pizza and Pesto Pizza! - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

Great pizza. Thin crust, delicious toppings and sauce. Staff are efficient and helpful. read more

A true TKO (Total Knock Out)! I've lived in Mira Mesa since 1987, but shockingly I've never gone to any other pizza places besides Pizza Hut, Papa John's, or Best Pizza, until now. Parents wanted lots of meats, so we ordered Hells Kitchen pizza XXL size $22 pie. Was excellent. You get what you pay for. This isn't a Costco pizza (I do miss their combination pizza, now that due to Covid they discontinued it). Ill be back. read more

Knockout Pizzeria - Hells Kitchen Pizza - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

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The cookies were fresh out of the oven, and tasted amazing. The tiramisu was great, but did have some ice on it. The pizza was okay. Looked like it had been sitting a while. read more

Pricey but the quality and taste backs it up. The old man upfront is rude in person and on the phone but makes good pizza. read more

Knockout Pizzeria - Pesto pizza with red sauce pepperoni and anchovies and the basic cheese. - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

Went to try this place out but shortly after I arrived I Saw 3 roaches dancing in the corner & as I was walking out I overheard the man at the register being disrespectful to a customer. Needles to say I won't attempt to try this place again. read more

If you're around Mira Mesa and hungry for some good ass pizza for more bang for your buck try this place.

I think it should be important to note that that the main reason I came here was because I was thinking this place was in the same family as other Knockout and Flippin' pizza places all over north county. Walking inside, however, I was sad to see that they had no idea what a Whitestone was and they had a number of unfamiliar pasta dishes and sandwiches on the menu. You look at the walls and they have the same, telltale pics of Muhammad Ali and Rocky Marciano hanging up. They have the same two slices and a drink combo that many of us have come to love. And they even do that similar New York Style, where they half cook their pies, then finish them to order. Yet, as I said before ... no Whitestone! There was something similar, but I didn't feel like risking it this time around. No, I went in and came out with the Italian Hero Hot Sub Sandwich. First off, the taste was good, salty salami, a light heat on the pepperoni, covered with that acid bite of the dressing, all on a toasted roll with a good toss of greens. But, while it was a nice length, there wasn't much on it; if you glance at the pics, you can see there's a single layer of meat, with not much thickness to anything. A cheaper sandwich at Subway or Jersey Mike's (which is far inferior in flavor) will give you about two or three times the filling for a bit less the cost. Now, I'm not advocating that they drop the quality to be able to afford more cheese and such, but a sandwich which is about 80% bread, most of the filler being lettuce, was a tad disappointing. Next, they put whole pepperoncinis into the sub. Don't get me wrong, I like pepperoncinis, but they're best on the side. When you don't realize they're lying in wait between the bread, you end up taking a good sized bite and chomping down onto a hard stem. I ended up crunching down onto two of them before wising up and pulling the rest of them out to enjoy later. Last, they forgot the cheese! This wasn't too bad, I guess, as I don't think the warm provolone, it was supposed to come with, would have been the best on this sub. I would have preferred a couple slabs of fresh mozzarella instead. So, in the end, just a so-so sandwich that could have been much better all around. I'm sure I'll definitely be back to test out what pies they have to offer. But, as it stands, I think I'll stay away from the rest of the subs. read more

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I may a stop here for a couple of quick slices of pizza and a drink. Luckily for me, they still offer their lunch special on Sundays or every day of the week. The special consist of 2 slices of pizza of your choice and iced tea or soda for $7. For my slices, I chose a Marguerite and a Hawaiian slice with a an unsweetened iced tea for my drink. The slices, being of the East Coast variety, were thin crust and pretty good. The Marguerite was my favorite, other than missing the garlic, it had nice fresh tomatoes and plenty of basil with a good amount of flavorful cheese. The crust on both was mostly crunchy, maybe a little to crunchy, because I like a bit of a chew in my crust. The Hawaiian slice was nice and provided some good flavors via the savory ham, pineapple, and light spread of tasty tomato sauce. The crust was similar in texture to the above slice, and for some reason it was much more oily to. I think it came from ham or natural water from the pineapple that escaped during baking. Like I said, the slice tasted very good, but I needed to dab it a bit with a paper towel. All in all, the pizza were good and the so is the lunch deal. If I remember correctly, they also have a salad, slice, and drink lunch special too. Service was friendly enough. read more

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This is "the" pizzeria to go to! If you want NY style pizza without having to actually go to NY, well all you have to do is come here. I can't believe I never noticed Knockout Pizzeria. Every time I shop at Fresh&Easy, I pass by this establishment. Luckily, I saw Steve F.'s review and knew I had to try this place out. You can order by the slice or an entire pie. I went for a nicely thin slice of spinach, garlic, & ricotta pizza for just $2.75. YUM! Every bite left me lusting for more! I also really recommend their garlic knots, which are bready knots bedazzled with a buttery & garlicky flavor with a sprinkle of parm on top ($3.25). Comes with a marinara dipping sauce which really adds to the flavor and pizzazz. I am definitely coming back for more. Another plus was the fact that their dining tables are maps of NY! I'm going to NY this Friday. Perfect if you ask me... and what a coincidence! read more

Knockout Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

Knockout Pizzeria.... They specialize in "NY" style thin crust pizzas. Small order at the counter with decent but cramped amount of seating, soda vending machine, menu includes other food items like pastas, garlic knots, calzones, etc. See menu here: http://www.kopzsd.com/content/Knockout_Pizza_Menu.pdf . Really great tasting pizza with nice crisp, friendly service. Could be "fresher" but the amount of toppings, and quality surpasses this. Their lunch specials are a "knockout" for only $6.50 you get two fabulous humungo New York Style slices and a drink of choice. I opted for water, since you know soda is sooooo bad for you and with tax it came out to $6.16, so say NO SODA to get the mini discount! They have pre-made pies ready to go and they vary on the daily. You can also order pies made when you order. They have a good selection ranging from supreme, marghertia, hawaiian, sausage & pepperoni and about 4 others ready to go. If getting your slice, you choose your slice and they put it in their fire oven to get nice and warm and crispy. Crust is nice and has a nice crisp with every bite. Toppings are plentiful and cover every bite. Service - we got the hello and thanks goodbye when we left. They seem humble and really friendly. The only caveat I have here is each time I have went, I felt like the pizza could have been "fresher" but honestly, for the price I can't complain. It does seem like the pizza has been sitting out there for a while, and even when heated up again, and although they keep the crisp and flavor, it's just not as HOT as I prefer. If you get the fresh pies to go though, that's a different story! read more

Knockout Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

I was in town with my wife to cover SDCC for our media business. Decided to order and was told 25 minutes. I verified twice as I said we are on a schedule. I came back 27 minutes later and was told they had not even started on the pizza. I said I cannot wait. Owner got on me saying I did not have to be a dick and he is a small business. I said I own a small business and if I tell a client a deadline and miss it I have consequences. He continuted to berate me and kept using profanity. I said I should not have to ask three times to cancel an order already late. I got a refund and left. A simple I am sorry we got slammed would have gone a long way vs profanity for simply saying we cannot wait. read more

Bronx Pizza fanboys will enjoy this place. Though small, their display case is full different pie combinations. The deal is you get two slices and drink for around 6 bucks. Well worth it. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/_a_nIf2mlV09QwAr2zle4g?select=cQzHYktS2Mi4tNa3cvenXQ Shopping center gets crowded for lunch. Get there early. Tip - Order it crispy to maximize the taste. read more

Knockout Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

Love the thin crust. Full of flavor and ingredients taste fresh. Taste like a NY pizza

Great pizza joint! We love the pizza- it's pretty good. However, sometimes they do skimp on the toppings. We love Knockout and always enjoy the thin crust and will continue to come back. The staff are generally friendly and there's usually parking in the parking lot in the evenings- during lunch it is hard. If you live in the area, keep your eyes out for coupons. read more