Rafael's Pizza

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1 year ago

We love Rafael's!! Especially when we order to deliver to work!! THE BEST part is that they've always delivered on time!! And of course the pizza, wings and salads are always great!! I did notice that the meats on the pizza were scarce and I was a little disappointed because 1 large pizza is $25- so I expected more meat on the pizza and it was only one item so it was noticeable. But despite that, overall the food quality and service is great! read more

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Ms N.

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10 months ago

First time here and I absolutely loved it. The food was fresh and delicious. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

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Chris M.

5 months ago

Great lunch special. Ary was super attentive and the food was great. Will definitely be returning

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Sam R.

11 months ago

Best service ever in this region. Food is fantastic. The owners and staff were superb. read more

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Stephanie O.

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Came by with coworkers for dinner one evening.our group ordered several pizzas, salads and cheesy bread. The staff were extremely accommodating and kind to our large group taking up all the tables inside the restaurant. The food was delicious! Everything was baked to perfection with a delicious balance of toppings across the entire pizza. I would come back if in the area for their pizzas! read more

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Mike T.

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8 months ago

I get the chicken Alfredo pizza for every faculty potluck at my school and everyone loves it!

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Reggie R.

6 months ago

This place is awesome. Food is great. Service is awesome and my family loves it. It is a great place to dine in or take home. One of my favorite places. read more

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Jonathan L.

1 year ago

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Tony W.

1 year ago

Have ordered multiple times from Rafael's for office lunch meetings. Unfortunately last week the delivery showed up in pretty bad shape. Immediately reached out to the manager who jumped in and took care of the situation. Not a problem at all with Rafaels, just an unfortunate incident with the delivery company. Will continue to patronizing one of the best pizza places on OC. read more

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Gary K.

4 months ago

First the food was so tasty and portions were sizable. The outside dining area was a special treat.

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Chris L.

4 months ago

I order few pizzas and a lntepaata salad, I clearly order it with not olives as I'm allergic , of course they put olives I call they were gonna do a refund on the salad.... 3-4 months later I'm still waiting for my refund . I called twice they just never process the refund . Not a happy customer. Horrible customer service read more

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Rosalyn N.

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2 years ago

Venue: Super small spot and better for pick up orders. Although there is some seating, there are no bathrooms to wash your hands prior to eating. Food: I tried the "Rafael's Special" but with the gluten-free crust. If you are gluten intolerant then I highly recommend it, the crust tastes so good... even better than a regular crust. The toppings were delicious too. I would order this again for sure. read more

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Meladie S.

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2 years ago

Local pizza spot. Always hits the spot when I'm craving for a good pie. Go to order: SM Rafael Combo, sub ham for extra pepperonis. Extra crispy He's got some new pies/toppings out i wanna try soon. Service is top notch. Everyone is friendly. Pretty chill spot to take your hungry girlfriend or needy kid who enjoys pizza. 8/10 read more

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David S.

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11 months ago

Had its delivered a couple times. Very devious and good value. Worth giving a try. Service is great too

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Chelsea O.

5 months ago

The food was okay. We ordered a large vegetarian pizza and an order of wings. The veggies on the pizza were fresh, but the pizza was very salty. Our server brought us a container of water but we had to ask her to switch it out because the lid was very dusty and dirty. The restrooms were also very dirty and in need of a good cleaning/scrub down. Unfortunately, I will not be returning to this establishment. read more

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Cendy H.

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2 years ago

After 3 years of living next to this place i finally tried it and im definitely kicking myself for not trying it sooner! Very decent pizza and it's walking distance from me. Will definitely be returning. They have some really good garlic cheesy bread too! It's not really a sit down establishment, more of a to-go place. read more

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Camila U.

5 months ago

Very bad service!! Took about 20 minutes and no waiter came to give us anything or to drink. Don't come here at all. Very bad service!! Even the waiter made eyes contact with us and didn't say anything!! read more

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Kerry Z.

11 months ago

Lots of Veggies on my pizza pie, thin crust done just right and an on time , friendly delivery driver. read more

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Marissa A.

1 year ago

They moved locations and no longer taste the same. so disappointing! they had great pizza for over 25 years. It is still better than other places but not what I remember read more

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Yara C.

2 years ago

Great presentation and very yummy!! This is a size large with 12 slice. I would really recommend read more

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Jeff B.

9 months ago

Had a nice, hot, fresh, supreme pizza ordered thin and extra crispy. Came out perfect! I was going to have it delivered to my hotel but they are relegated to using DoorDash so I decided to come in and pick it up.... I'm glad I did! It was a lovely experience with great vibe, music and service. Plus I was able to have some wine and use their wifi to finish up some work. I even had nice a talk with the owner, Rafael. Great place and highly recommended for good pizza, coffee and dessert. Rafael also made me a hot Cinnabon with vanilla ice cream and a hot americano that hit the spot for dessert! I'll be back for sure! read more

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J B.

9 months ago

Disappointed in this place. Love the pizza, but came here because they advertise a slice/salad/drink deal on their website. Found out they no longer sell slices AND that lunch deal is now a personal pizza/salad/drink for $17.00. Too much for my lunch budget. When I suggested to the cashier they might want to update their website, she responded as if she could care less read more

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Johnnie R.

2 years ago

Pizza was phenomenal! Ordered a half veggie and half buffalo chicken, with a Rafaels Salad. Everything was fresh and super flavorful. The veggie pizza had a good sauce and generous on the veggies. The buffalo chicken was generous with the chicken and had a great zesty flavor to the sauce. The CRUST!! Wow, I was a huge fan of the dough and crust. The crust was airy but crunchy all at the same time. The cashier/server whom the cooks called "Mateo" was great! Helpful, funny, interacted super well with the customers. Highly recommend!! read more

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Jeannette E.

1 year ago

My favorite is the spaghetti with meat sauce and breadstick. Unfortunately, I live about a half hour away from Rafael's Pizza, otherwise I'd be there more often. But when I can, I buy several at a time to enjoy back home. Yummy! read more

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Don G.

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I went here for lunch on a recommendation. I was told they have an excellent hot meatball sandwich... and they sure do!!! Every part of this meatball sandwich was awesome. Good meatballs, great bread and an awesome red sauce with provolone cheese. I will Definitely be back to try their other sandwiches. read more

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Ashley H.

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Julie C.

4 years ago

Food - 7.7 Crust is on the thicker side& they load up on toppings. Overall, good pizza. Service - 8 Employees are always pretty friendly here. Accessibility - 9 Never had trouble finding parking. Lot can get a little packed sometimes. Inside/Ambiance - 7.5 Just a few tables and a couple tvs. Very small inside. Not somewhere where I'd dine inside, but the option is there. Value - 8.7 Good pizza and prices. Overall - 7.9/10 read more

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Jane C.

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2 years ago

This is hands down the best pizza in the area. Fresh, tasty, zingy sauce. And really great folks behind the counter. The cauliflower crust is worth every penny. read more

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Ashley H.

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Diana G.

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Sorry to owner(s)!! Couple weeks ago me and my pregnant friend were recommended to try this place and we happened to call 30 mins before they closed. They were still kind enough to take our order for 2 pizzas. We pulled up to a small store front with a few dining tables. Small cozy safe space feel. Note: DONT MAKE THEM WAIT for you to pick up your phone order till after their closing time @9. Staff will NOT take it kindly. [[we are SOOOOOO sorry sir(s)!]] Anyway. Pizzas were already cold since we had a day full of driving with MANY stops due to a recently pregnant friend !! We finally made it back to IE and toasted a few slices in the air fryer to freshen up, and LET ME TELL YOUUU!! Instantly my taste buds exploded with happiness and gratitude towards the upset staff that night!! Taking the time to extend my thank you for serving our communities with such a delicious and YUMMY product, made with FRESH ingredients!! Since our friend was able to keep down the pizza that night without baby sending it back up! Mil Gracias!! read more

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Martin V.

2 years ago

Here visiting family and needed something quick! Pizza and Salads, We chose the Meat Loves Pizza and Rafael's Salad. Pizza was amazing and the salad very tasty as well. Both with ample amount of all ingredients. Thanks read more

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Ekaterina H.

1 year ago

Bad service. Cardboard pizza. Very disappointed. Made to wait to receive a cold pizza. Staff was not friendly on phone or in person. Not enough dressing for overpriced salad. Not enough fixing for expensive pizza. Will not return. read more

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More info about Rafael's Pizza

201 E Sandpointe Ave
Ste 150
Santa Ana, CA 92707
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(714) 751-6474
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http://rafaelspizza.com

Hours

What time does Rafael's Pizza open?

Rafael's Pizza opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Rafael's Pizza close?

Rafael's Pizza closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Rafael's Pizza take Bitcoin?

No, Rafael's Pizza does not take Bitcoin.

Does Rafael's Pizza take credit cards?

Yes, Rafael's Pizza takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Rafael's Pizza have catering options?

Yes, Rafael's Pizza does have catering options.

Does Rafael's Pizza have a drive thru?

No, Rafael's Pizza does not have a drive thru.

Does Rafael's Pizza have a happy hour?

No, Rafael's Pizza does not have a happy hour.

Does Rafael's Pizza serve alcohol?

Yes, Rafael's Pizza serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Rafael's Pizza allow dogs?

No, Rafael's Pizza does not allow dogs.

Does Rafael's Pizza have TVs?

Yes, Rafael's Pizza has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Rafael's Pizza have bike parking?

Yes, Rafael's Pizza has bike parking.

Does Rafael's Pizza have outdoor seating?

No, Rafael's Pizza does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Rafael's Pizza have parking?

Yes, Rafael's Pizza has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Rafael's Pizza wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Rafael's Pizza is wheelchair accessible.

Does Rafael's Pizza have free WiFi?

No, Rafael's Pizza does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Rafael's pizza has been specializing in pizza for over 33 years. You can check out our website at rafaelspizza.com

History

Established in 1980.

TOSSIN' Pizzas Since 1989. Pizza Dough & Sauce Made Daily Fresh & Delicious

Meet the Manager: Ashley H.

Been business since 1989, we make great pizza please come visit.

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Large 12 X large 14 slices

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Jeff K.

10 years ago

I thought I found a good pizza joint, until my recent visit there forced me to realize that I don't wish to patronize an establishment that caters to the local gang bangers in the hood! While standing at the counter waiting to pay and pick up my call in pizza order, a gang banger and his girlfriend came thru the door and just pushed their way in front of me at the counter. I WAS LEANING AGAINST THE TABLE WITH NO ROOM IN FRONT OF ME! Both the staff and the bangers totally ignored me like I wasn't even in the room! The banger and his chick then commenced to barking orders on what he wanted added to his order that he took to his car. Your employees were more than friendly to the couple, and gave in to their every wish. Again, HELLO, I'm standing right in front of you! Your workers totally kissed their a*%es, as if they were best friends. And it appeared they were regulars that came in every day. When I got my order and left to my car, the couple was in their car eating? And they threw all their trash out of their car window, some with liquids, littering your lot. By the way, they were parked RIGHT IN FRONT OF YOUR FRONT DOOR! If this is the customer base you're trying to attract? Good Luck! This was on a weekday evening. I don't know if your bosses were present, but I wont be coming back. I just love pizza. Sorry I don't belong to a gang! Maybe they bully you and your employees. Too bad for you guys! If this is your normal attitude, then I can't be the only one who won't be buying your food. Get a clue guys! read more

Sny C.

8 years ago

the food was good! Got the build your own in a size large and it was pretty darn big! The pizza was made fresh on the spot and with generous toppings. The pizza dough was really good and not too thick! I liked how "light" the pizza tasted, and I had like 3 huge slices without feeling bloated. Also the customer service was really good. The cashier was really nice, and the guy that made our pizza (not sure if he was the owner) brought us ranch and parmesan and asked how we liked the pizza. The one downside was how pricey they were. for a large pizza with around 5 toppings its not expensive. However, you do get a lot of toppings unlike most places, AND the cheese tasted real! This is not your average Dominoes, as you do get quality pizza here! read more

Brenda W.

4 years ago

I called Rafael's Pizza and ordered the same pizza I had on my very first visit. It was accurate and made promptly. I received a text once it was ready and pick up was quick. Overall the pizza was good and it was even better this time around. Flavor was good. Service was prompt and pick up time was accurate. I also liked that they sent me a text notification when my order was ready. Nice touch!Location was great, inside it looked very clean and I could have probably ordered and eaten my pizza there as they had a TV with the game on and plenty of seating available.Definitely recommend Rafael's. read more

James H.

7 years ago

Really wanted to love this place based on other people's reviews and photos - staff were friendly, clean interior, and price was reasonable. Unfortunately the pizza was verrry bland. Would recommend they add salt to everything and turn up the heat on top of the pizza oven to ensure toppings get nice and crisp. But really, pizza was very bland, left a "ehh" feeling after eating it. Sorry but hope it's an opportunity to improve your pizza! read more

Suzanne H.

11 years ago

This establishment has been here for 26 years . The very first time . I walked in ...over 20 years ago I was welcomed like family . Had a delicious lunch today antipasto salad with garlic bread. Vina welcomed us back and made sure we were happy . Surprised us with a cannoli so fresh and yummy ! Awesome service - Great food ! Would recommend ! read more

Xander T.

5 years ago

Amazing quality food! I got a calzone special with Pepperoni, black olives, and mushrooms and it came out perfectly. It was crispy on the edges that paved a path to melty greatness within the breading. The service was also fantastic, the people and culture here is respectful and truly care about their customers. I highly recommend! read more

Thomas E.

1 year ago

Raphael's, you've done it again! Hands down the best pizza in OC. If you're craving legit, high-quality pizza--don't walk, RUN. The new spot is super clean and has a great vibe. Bonus points for the coffee and beer on tap... perfect for a quick lunch break or sneaky meeting spot. Business folks, you know what's up. read more

Danny C.

12 years ago

I love this pizza place! Been bringing my family here for 8 years..same owner for 25 years! Try the special or meat lovers. Amazing! The crust & toppings are the best you can find anywhere. My daughters love the cannolis for dessert. They even deliver if we want to do a pizza/movie night at home. read more

Roxanne G.

12 years ago

Drove down from Lancaster. Had an Delightful & peaceful atmosphere. And the food was wonderful. Highly recommended.will be bringing my family next time. Please continue to do the terrific job u all are doing. Thank u again!!! REALLY GREAT FOID.pizzas were huge. I couldnt finish it entirely. read more

Benjamin P.

7 years ago

The wings were breaded way too much. 3:1 ratio of bread to actual chicken. Asked for a side salad and got a giant dinner sized one instead. The lettuce wasn't fresh either. The thai chicken pizza was average at best. At least the delivery guy was cool. read more

Steven D.

9 years ago

Excellent food, people and locale. The pizza, garlic bread, cold subs are awesome. You get delicious food for a great price. Its extreemly affordable! The owners are nice people. Can get busy, but expected from such a good establishment. read more

Tanya S.

11 years ago

Best pizza in OC! Our office gets lunch catered at least twice a month & there's always a fight over the last slice. We love this place! Crust is made from scratch, sauce is authentic, wings are bomb! Ya gotta check out this hidden gem! read more

Braiden C.

9 years ago

Rachael's pizza has a flavor that few pizzerias have. These pizzas have a perfect blend of cheese and marinara. The dough has a subtle crunch followed by a soft warm inside. The toppings are generous and flavorful. read more

Jermaine R.

9 years ago

Michael H.

14 years ago

I would give zero stars! Absolutely the worst wings and pizza that I have EVER had! After delivering the wrong pizza it took 2 hours for the right pizza to get there. read more

Nico G.

5 years ago

Came here with my volleyball team and was treat extremely well. Best Alfredo pasta I've had in a while and the cinnamon sticks were great! Mike was a great host read more

Iglesias D.

10 years ago

Love this place ! First time coming and the pizza was delicious ! Service was great and the wait was time was little. Would come back.

My M.

10 years ago

Good pizza, good wings, salads bomb! They are honestly one of the only pizza guys I go to for my pizza. Great customer service too!

E G.

5 years ago

The neighborhood go to place!!!! The food is great! Customer service is great !!!! Recommend to everyone!!!

Paul B.

10 years ago

Great food. really impressed with the service and atmosphere. great for an after work dinner or drinks.

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