This is a very casual, locals pizza joint with upscale, delicious food. You would never know how upscale the food is from first glance and if you pass on by, well, that is your big loss. The fried olives appetizer was fine, and I probably would look otherwise next time, but the stars of the show were the absolutely gorgeous Roosevelt salad and the pizza. Sometimes it's the little touches that count the most. The Roosevelt salad divides the three types of lettuces (radicchio , endive, arugula) so it looks kind of like the Italian flag and the lemon vinaigrette was very nice. It's a very good salad and appears to be a popular one for good reason. The small size is extremely generous and plenty for two to share. The Village Pizza comes with pesto, dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, and chicken. The crust was very thin and crunchy and the flavors were very nice. We ate the entire thing. It comes with a small plate that divides the oregano, freshly-shaved Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes. It's those little touches, don't you know. My Negroni was well made and, don't ask me why, but the margaritas seem to be popular here, or at least they were during our visit. Bless this restaurant for having their own dedicated parking out back. Just drive down the alley and turn in. Otherwise, good luck with street parking. One server was working the entire restaurant (two patios and the inside room) and she kicked ass. But come on. Get this gal a little help. This restaurant (and very small bar) punches way above its weight. I would happily return to try more of the menu. Prices for this quality were also very reasonable. This place is not a secret. It got very busy during our visit. read more

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Even though Carlsbad Village has a few options, we decided for this cute pizza family restaurant The staff was so friendly and welcoming. We loved that about the place right away. The pizza was so good guys! The salad was amazing. The Margaritas, well what can I say... riquisimas! It has a great ambience very cheerful and upbeat. I recommend this place for a night in the town. We visited from the east coast so we hope to visit again one day. Thank you. read more

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Wow, what a great place! Great food with a "c'mon in" neighborhood vibe is increasingly harder to find, but l think Roosevelt Pizza delivers. I'd say it's one of the few "hidden" gems left in Carlsbad Village. Come here for a selection of pizzas, sandwiches and a handful of classic Italian dishes. The staff is friendly, helpful and I fully enjoy my experience each time I visit. As far as food, I recommend the Marinated Beets, Roosevelt Salad, Carlsbad Pizza (no cheese, ) and Hen of the Wood Mushroom Gnocchi. I also appreciate the fact that their (somewhat limited) wine list is filled out with Italian wines. I usually add a side of crostini with marinara to my order because extra bread is always a good decision! Above all, I have only good things to say about Roosevelt Pizza. I hope you enjoy it as my as I do. Pro Tip: If you're dairy free, they offer a couple "no cheese" pizzas on their main menu. Better yet, they're delicious! read more

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I was in Carlsbad and felt like picking up a pizza. Stumbled upon Roosevelt Pizzeria on Yelp and called in my order for take out. I ordered the fennel sausage pizza, which was ready in about 25 minutes after calling it in. Pros: -good undercarriage -tasty pizza -variety of seating options- indoors, outdoors, and a few bar seats Cons: -none Other: -pizzas are a bit on the smaller side, so you may need to order a few pizzas or sides if you are feeding multiple people. -street parking read more

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A pizzeria with not only great pizza, but a menu including salad, soup, and pasta. The food came out quickly and was fresh and tasted amazing. We ordered 2 pizzas, the brussel sprouts, and a cream of asparagus soup. All of it was amazing and well priced. Our server Gabby was attentive and quick and did a wonderful job explaining the menu and daily specials. The ambiance was inviting and I loved the rock stars donning the walls. Will definitely be back and recommend this spot for pizza and more when in Carlsbad. read more

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Came here after a soccer game in the area. First of all, the prices are astronomically high for the portion size of the food. My wife ordered fettuccine with red sauce and chicken (did not offer Alfredo sauce and to add chicken was 5$ extra). That dish came first on a giant plate with small amount of food in the middle. This was a 22$ pasta for my daughter after her soccer game and she was still hungry after. It then took almost 30 minutes for the other two dishes to come out after she was done eating. We also ordered a gluten free pizza and a calzone. The gluten free pizza was as thin as a piece of paper and was completely burned to a crisp on the bottom. Some parts were inedible. Again, I had to pay 5$ extra to get a gluten free pizza that was already 18$ (the gluten free crust was the only thing that was not made in house from what they said and somehow it was still 5$ extra). The calzone was average but at least a good portion. We all left hungry and disappointed after spending 70$ on 3 items. For a nicer appearing establishment the staff was dressed unprofessionally and provided no updates why our other dishes were taking so long. Overall, not worth the price and would not recommend for anyone looking for a gluten free pizza. read more

TL;DR: Roosevelt Pizzeria nails it with their killer sauce and friendly vibes! The crust is decent, but it's the sauce that steals the show. They don't skimp on quality, although the toppings could be a bit more generous. Loved the chorizo and their martinis pack a punch! Your Thoughts? 1.5/2 The sauce at Roosevelt Pizzeria is the real MVP--rich, flavorful, and definitely the highlight. While the crust has a good texture, it doesn't quite match up to the sauce. The ingredients are high-quality, though the portions could be a bit more generous. The four cheese pizza, surprisingly, was the shyest on cheese. However, the fennel sausage was tasty, and the chorizo was my favorite. They've got a solid lineup of pizzas with some interesting choices like fennel sausage and chorizo, and their strong martinis are a must-try. I'm eyeing their pasta dishes for next time, especially to experience more of that delicious sauce. Expenses: .5/1 The pizzas here are solid, so while you're shelling out a bit more--about 20 bucks a pie--you're mostly getting your money's worth. Just don't count on saving any dough at this joint! They could definitely be more generous with the toppings with the prices being charged. Location: 1/1 The staff at Roosevelt Pizzeria are super welcoming and friendly, making you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. Clean location with a fun, casual ambiance. Not super convenient in terms of parking. I've had to park on the street in all my visits, but was able to do so quickly enough. Possibility of a Future Visit & Recommendation: 1/1 I'm already planning my next trip to Roosevelt Pizzeria to dive into their pasta menu. If you're a fan of great sauce and friendly service, this is a good spot to try! Y.E.L.P. Score: 4/5 read more

Love that they make their own pastas and sauces. Very flavorful pizzas, great salads, friendly staff. Love this place. We recommend it all the time read more

Great local pizza place that offers nice drinks and specials. We had the gnocchi and hot pepperoni pizza. For starters we had the bruschetta and Caesar salad. For dessert try the bread pudding, it was so good! read more

We love Roosevelt and tonight the food was amazing as always! As a local, I was embarrassed by the atmosphere. Part of the staff was loud and vulgar and it was not a relaxing Friday night dinner. I hate to throw this out however if there were tourists here tonight, it would be sad representation of what Roosevelt is. I get it is fun local place but read the audience...the staff should read the room read more

Hidden behind another pizza joint, I suggested we eat here instead. I was honestly thinking they would have pizza by the slice, but their way of competing against the many other pizza choices around the village is different. They offer a menu more than just pizza, including pasta, salad, veggie appetizers, and wine. Their pizza is practically a thin crust until you get to the end. It was amazing how perfect the crust was. It wasn't floppy anywhere and had a good chew. It was wonderful to dip into the leftover sauce from the stuffed shells, which was also great on its own. The pronounced lemon in the filling was awesome; I actually liked that it wasn't just a hint of lemon. The ambiance is intimate, but it's nice where we sat in their outdoor area. The service was OK. We weren't greeted when we stepped inside or as we walked up. The server didn't present our food by name, but rather placed it on the table. I don't think they even said, "enjoy". It just wasn't personable for a small local shop. When we left, however, another server who was working inside said bye and thank you. Guess it depends who you get. read more

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We received the wrong pizzas and they were overpriced for what you get. Maybe dining in would be better, we did take out. Wouldn't go back

Everything we ordered was delicious. Very loud acoustics, particularly the Carlsbad pie. Will definitely go back

We're staying down the street for the weekend and I was craving pizza. I am so glad I chose this place! The lady at the front who's also the bartender/waitress/hostess was the sweetest! I should have gotten her name but she made this place much better. We ordered the chorizo and a pepperoni. The chorizo was really good, I can't describe it but this place has to be top 3 of best pizza for me! The place itself is in Carlsbad village where there's plenty of street parking. Place was clean and the lady was also so sweet and gave us some water while we waited. Definitely coming back for more pizza when I'm back in town! read more

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Friendly locals who live Carlsbad, professional staff and delicious pizza. True Oven Fired Pizza. read more

Roosevelt Pizzeria - The Ponto Oven Fired Pizza by Roosevelt Pizza of Carlsbad was the real deal with exceptional crust and juicy toppings! Best! - Pizza Near Me - Carlsbad, California

It was all four of us that planned to have pizza here while visiting Carlsbad CA. We were pleasantly surprised by their daily and special menu offerings beyond pizza. We all gave Roosevelt Pizzeria 5 stars for their friendly service, pasta dishes, pizza and adult beverage selections. read more

It was AMAZING! Nothing I can't find bad things about this place. Food was great, service was awesome and seating is indoor and outdoor so we can take our dogs. We had Roosevelt Salad. Not too much dressing and amount of salad was big enough. We loved it. We also ordered Margherita Pizza and Cheese Pizza. Both were amazing and I loved Cheese Pizza especially. It was not so too busy on 7/3 around 6p. It's only one street away from the Main Street but I loved this hidden gem. I will definitely come back when we visit Carlsbad next time for sure. read more

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We go to Roosevelt all the time. Maggie makes the best dirty martini I have ever had. Also their pizza, lasagna, and stuffed shells are phenomenal. read more

This place is my new fave in Carlsbad....great service, friendly servers, awesome Roosevelt salad; pizza is world class...I need this place in Phoenix ASAP!!! This is now my go to place in Carlsbad for pizza, pasta, salad, and awesome service! read more

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I was a takeout customer always enjoying the gluten free pizza and amazing beet salad dish until recently. Dined here for a post memorial service meal as a group of 10. I have so much appreciation for how the owner helped me set this up and make good menu choices while I was dealing with my grief from a tragic loss. She gave me confidence that they would handle it all and make it special and that gave me so much comfort. We ordered pizzas, beet salads, house made potato chips (avail Wed only I believe) meatballs, olives & wine. Tracy helped navigate the gluten free, dairy and vegan issues too. The food was great and all enjoyed it. We sat outside and were provided a nice area to feel like we had some space from other diners. Their flexibility for us to stay as long as needed was so kind as they said they would not kick us out even if kitchen was closing. A gift of good food and kindness in a time of sorrow. read more

My pizza came out burnt. I also paid for chicken on it and they gave me like 5 very very small cubes for a whole pizza. The staff was okay, service wasn't great. The food is overpriced for what it is but the ranch is pretty good. read more

We went on a Friday night around 6pm. While there were certainly people there it wasn't supper packed and we were able to walking right in and sit down. We sat outside and since it was a little chilly out they were able to turn on their outdoor heaters for us. Every one was super nice and helpful! We got 5 different pizzas, as we were a larger group. All pizzas are about 12" pizzas, something you could certainly eat by yourself if you are a big eater but most of us ate about half. It was also great to trade slices with each other and try the different flavors. Unfortunately I didn't take any pictures and I don't remember what everyone got. But of the 5 pizzas, each were different and delicious. Everyone loved what they ordered and left with full bellies and smiles. We also ordered their wings. They were pretty standard, nothing special but well cooked. I think if they were able to throw in different flavors in there and get a little more creative with it, rather than franks red hot, the wings would be much better and probably a more popular menu item. We also got some drinks. I got the cab, it was pretty standard and unfortunately for them I had been at the winery down the street prior so I went from drinking good quality red wine to something standard. So I'm not going to judge too hard on it. The other drinks had some good comments from the others. So it's definitely worth trying whatever drink catches your fancy! read more

We had the ceasar salad and marghareti pizza The pizza was fresh and the salad had a lot of flavor We will dine in next time for dinner forsure read more

Phenomenal!! Thank you Maggie for being such a great host!! Salad was phenomenal! So simple and delicious! Radiatoi pasta and meatballs were terrific! Pizza was awesome!! We'll go back in a heartbeat!! Bread pudding !!!!!!! read more

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Food was very good. Reasonably priced for Carlsbad. Had the stuffed shell, lasagne bolognese. Both were very good. Friendly service, outdoor seating. Our bill was 75 all in with two appetizers, two drafts and two dinners. Recommend in a town of over priced places. read more

The pizza was great; very close to NY style; the bread pudding desert is a must. Small but cozy place read more

In our quest for really good pizza wherever we travel, we landed at Roosevelt Pizzeria in Carlsbad and were rewarded really good pizza! What caught my eye on their menu was "Hen of the Wood's Mushrooms". Specifying the mushroom told me this was the place for me. I had the Chorizo Pie. I'm not a huge fan of meat on my pizza but the balance of mushroom to chorizo flavor was perfect and by that I mean, I want to know that I have mushrooms on my pizza! The crust was crunchy and soft inside! Delicious! It's December so we were inside which is a small cozy space with fun photographs on the wall which are not at all photoshopped I'm sure! The staff was attentive and friendly. read more

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casual with inside and outside dining , hip atmosphere. friendly service. the best pizza in north county.

We stumbled upon this place and were pleasantly surprised! I love pizza! So, anytime I have an opportunity to try a new place, I Will!!!! From the moment we entered, we were greeted by a lovely waitress that made us feel very welcomed. That's always a huge plus for me. I know these times are tough money-wise, as well as, finding good staff; therefore, her kindness was much appreciated. Everything, I do mean everything, was delicious! I'm not one to eat beats but their beet salad was soooooo good! Totally recommend!!!! read more

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This is a little place located behind Pizza Port, The best Pizza I have had in a very long time. Max and Stephen were great! Drinks were really good (Full Bar)!! The best part is they have servers, you don't have to stand in line to order you food. read more

Before playoffs, we had a team bonding dinner here at Roosevelt. The owner of the restaurant (Tracy) is very knowledgeable when it comes to her food and what is in it. We told her we were vegan and she immediately told me that the pizza dough does not contain eggs or dairy. Here is what we ordered: Roasted Cauliflower - vegan as is. I love the Fresno Chilis on top and would ask for extra next time. Carlsbad Pie - vegan as is (comes with no cheese) Their drinks are super strong too. Loved their Moscow Mule. Maxx helped us out all night. Of course, we were checked on by Tracy but Maxx held down our entire table the whole night and was on top of it. Refilled drinks, brought more napkins, the whole 9. Really good customer service, good food and strong drinks! read more

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Third and last time ordering here. What happened? Ordered a pizza margarita and a Roosevelt salad. Drive time is 5 minutes. Pick up the food. Pizza is cold and old, and no dressing for the salad.....hack.... This WAS the place to go for pizza in Carlsbad. Not for me. read more

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Pizza was really good, the tomato sauce was really good! Not the most family friendly but service was really good. Vibe was good but I would bring my kids again read more

Saw this place on yelp so I figured I give it a try. Nice small place.and friendly employees. Got there and found out that they only have one size Pizza. After looking at another tables Pizza we realized that there 12" Pizza might be too small so we ordered (2) 22" pizzas. Every Pizza on there menu was a speciality type Pizza but all we wanted was sausage pepperoni and onions and sausage pepperoni and red peppers on the second. We ordered A soft drink and a pint of beer for drinks. The pizza Itself was a fairly good pizza. A very thin crest with very little cheese on it but it was just ok. The problem I had was the bill. $69 for two average pizzas a soda and a $9.00 pint of beer. When I questioned the bill to my waiter he said that the reason why your bill is that high is because you ordered a build your own Pizza and ordered a $9.00 beer. I'm sorry but it was a nice place but I could have gotten a better quality Pizza and a good beer for way less than what I spent at this place. I cannot recommend this place to eat based upon what you get for the price you pay. read more

Don't waste your time. Life's too short for Burned, Overpriced, Tiny Pizzas. Need I say more? I seriously don't get how these other people are saying it's good. After seeing these reviews, we decided to try this place with my family last Friday night and it was a huge mistake. I should've known by the fact that we were only 1 of 2 tables there on a busy Friday night in the village. I had the fennel pizza, my daughter had the gluten free margarita pizza with chicken added and my other daughter had the potato one. Mine was ok but very chewy small and burned. My daughter's margarita pizza was upcharged to death for being gluten free and adding chicken making the total for it close to $30 for pizza made for one. They charged extra for ranch too. Please see the photo of it. There was literally 4 pieces of tiny dry chicken cubes added and barely any toppings. Does that look good to anyone? Every pizza was flavorless the potato one barely had any potato there was only shaved slices on it. I had to ask for salt which isn't on the table, to make it edible. I also had the caprese salad which was ok but had no flavor in the tomatoes at all so I have my doubts that they used heirloom tomatoes, as they claimed. I grow tomatoes so I know what I'm talking about. We were hungry so we ate the salad and a piece of pizza but took home the rest. In general I felt like it's very overpriced for what we got. I spent over $207 for 6 people. I'll always be happy to pay for good food but this wasn't. The only good thing was the shrimp pasta special that my sister ordered but at $29, it better be. The grand total was way over $300 and the staff kind of make a big deal when we wanted to split the check . They said they had to ask a manager. So we only did it 2 ways. Which is fine I get it. The service was ok but I could tell they just wanted to go home and we felt rushed. We were there from around 6 to 7:30 so it wasn't super late yet. For the super casual, depressing dark hole in the wall atmosphere, bad food and ok service I won't be coming back. Honestly I'd rather go to Urban, Blaze or even Olive Garden, where the food is always great and thwstaff is cheerful and welcoming. Instead of being so disappointed especially at this ridiculously overpriced price point. I seriously hate writing bad reviews but Im being totally honest here and don't want another family to go through this too. read more

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Came here to pickup some pizzas to go and it was amazing delicious! We got calzones and pizza and we loved both! We were in a rush but I really wanted to stay and sit and enjoy dinner it looked so fun and ambiance was amazing ! Really relaxing! The bartender and server were so friendly and fun ! read more

I'm from the LA area and found myself in Carlsbad for the afternoon/evening. I can definitely say I'm so sad I chose not to eat dinner here! Everything looked delicious and amazing, and the smell of this place is out of this world! Chef makes everything from scratch. Chose to indulge with the creme brule and a cold pint. Absolutely delicious! 10/10 would recommend, and all I had was the dessert. I will definitely be back to try the lasagna. Jasmine and Maggie are the absolute best, but everyone is so kind and welcoming it was hard to leave. Maggie is so sweet behind the bar and makes you feel like a local. And Jasmine is so kind and friendly with the best recommendations. This is a friendly neighborhood pizza place that offers SO MUCH MORE. I will definitely be back to say hi and enjoy more good times and food. read more

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This is our go to spot for pizza, salad and wine. Always enjoy our time in Carlsbad when we have meal here. Simple menu and great service.

Excellent food great location and very accommodating staff. Definitely will return! The menu has something for everyone (we loved the beets, the vegan options and the pizza was so delicious. our party of 6 sat on the patio, it was comfortable and a bit quieter than inside, perfect for conversation and laughs. read more

Awesome. So thin you could get a paper cut. ZERO flop. Directly behind dough-central. Love this spot. New fav in the village. Thanks gang!