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Sgt. Pepperoni's Pizza Store

4.4 (506 reviews)
ModeratePizza, Salad, Sandwiches
Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Good for groups
Outdoor seating

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Jason N.

Always a staple! Great tasting pizza and great friendly staff. If you order directly from their website (rather than GrubHub), you can place your order for pickup just in time for when they open! Plenty of seating inside and outside. Fun establishment all around!

The Works slice
Brenda L.

This is one of my favorite pizzas in town. I've come here a few times and it is always great service. I stopped by for a solo dinner on Saturday night. I ordered 2 slices and a drink. I asked for a to-go box because the slices are rather large and I thought maybe I won't be able to eat it all. However, after that first bite or delicious pepperoni pizza, its hard to stop haha so I ended up eating both slices. My second slice was "the works" which has a bit of everything and in other places it would be known as "supreme". They had Parmesan and chili flakes on the tables which was a perfect combination. It was a busy night. As people were continually coming in to order. So my pizza took a bit longer which was weird because it was a slice so I imagine they would just heat it up. They were also out of coke. I ended up having come zero which wasn't bad but it wasn't necessarily what I wanted. The staff were super friendly. The space was clean. They had sports on all the tvs which was great to watch while I enjoyed my pizza slices. One thing to know is that parking in this plaza is difficult. You may have to walk a bit. But honestly, a little walk after this delicious pizza its probably what you will need haha

My amazing works pizza, made perfectly! Delivered piping hot!
Paul B.

Just had a works pizza, holy cow was it good!! Absolutely perfect!! Door dash delivered it to my bus at the soccer fields so convient!

AL PASTOR PIE
Daph H.

Sgt. Pepperoni's has been my go to pizza place. While their regular pizzas are a solid four starts, I'm upping my rating to five stars because their pizzas of the month have been amazing! My favorite is their 'Shroom Pie with a cream base, fontina and mozzarella, sautéed mushrooms and arugula and herbs. It tastes like a pizza from some high end gourmet restaurant. Their Al Pastor Pie is a close second. I like Hawaiian pizza but this is even better with green salsa, mozzarella, al pastor, pineapple, caramelized onions, with a guac drizzle and cilantro. Highly recommend if you like Hawaiian pizza! Service is always good and friendly. One day I'll have to eat there and enjoy a beer!

Salads
Betty G.

We recently had Sgt. Pepperoni Pizza for our office lunch. We had a variety of pizza, some with meat and some vegetarian ones, and two types of salad. One of the salad was very unique. I haven't seen it anywhere else. It was a mixture of greens with some hard boiled eggs and something that looked like ham and cheese rolled into a pinwheel shape. I didn't order so not sure what that was, but it was pretty good. Most of the pizza were good but the ones with meat and pepperoni ones were too salty.

All meat pizza
Hector R.

Decided to try this place for the first time. We ordered the all-meat pizza and unfortunately it was very salty and extremely oily. Maybe we picked the wrong pizza, but honestly even Domino's tastes better to me. The only things we really enjoyed were the salad and garlic knots. We also had to wait about 10 minutes for a table, and the place was VERY loud -- seriously, bring ear plugs. The chairs were also very uncomfortable. Another issue was the pizza crust couldn't even hold the toppings -- if you folded a slice, everything just slid right off. I don't like leaving 1-star reviews, but I just wasn't impressed and won't be coming back.

Italian Sandwich - Salami, Ham, Pepperoni, Provolone, Creamy Balsamic, Lettuce, Tomato, and Onion
Mike L.

To be honest, when my old coworker mentioned how Sgt. Pepperoni used to be one of his go-to pizza spots in the area, I was a little skeptical. Not because I don't trust his taste or anything (I certainly do), but because, given their close proximity to the UC Irvine campus, I couldn't help but wonder if they were actually good or more like the "great when you're drunk and in college, less so when you're an adult" type of good. Thankfully, I can legitimately say this place is a whole lot closer to the former and far from the latter! At a glance, Sgt. Pepperoni may not immediately look very impressive, but this place is awesome. Inside, the restaurant has a couple of TV's airing various sporting events, a small bar area with a variety of beers on tap, a few picnic tables and high tops, and a great outdoor patio area which is perfect for those warm Irvine days and nights. As for the menu, it's got a terrific selection of house combinations. In total, there are over a dozen different types to choose from, not counting their featured pizza of the month and the build your own options. If you aren't in the mood for a slice, they also have a handful of appetizers to choose from, as well as salads, sandwiches, and desserts. -- THE WORKS - Sauce, Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Mushrooms, Bell Pepper, Red Onion, Black Olives, Sausage, Meatballs, Garlic, and Parmesan Pretty standard version of a classic supreme, but the meatballs made it seem slightly meatier. Yet, even though I only got one small chunk of it, I still thought this was really good. The ratio of each topping was spot on and I love that they didn't skimp on the pepperoni. -- BRONX BOMBER - Sauce, Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Sausage, Jalapeno, Mushroom, Garlic, and Parmesan Given how similar the toppings are, this felt like a lighter version of The Works. In this case, while I do wish the toppings included some kind of vegetable, I liked the slight kick of the jalapenos and how this one felt a bit cheesier in comparison. -- MEATBALL RICOTTA - Mozzarella, Ricotta, Stan's Famous Meatballs, Garlic, Parmesan, Parsley, and Sauce Nothing amazing yet no less solid. Unfortunately, my slice only had a small dollop of ricotta and just a few pieces of meatball, but I liked how creamy the former was and how meaty the latter was. Plus, this was so cheesy! -- NASHVILLE HOT PIE - Crispy Chicken Tossed in House-made Nashville Sauce, Mozzarella, Pickles, Red Onions, Hot Honey, and Nashville Sauce This was the pizza of the month, but they should make it a permanent option because it was so good! The chicken was crispy (it's not fried), flavorful, and moist on the inside while the pickles, onions, honey, and sauce complemented each other so well. I'd come back just for this! -- ITALIAN SANDWICH - Salami, Ham Pepperoni, Provolone, Creamy Balsamic, Lettuce, Tomato, and Onion To be honest, I had minimal expectations for this, but it turned out to be pretty awesome! Not only did this have a good amount of meat in it, but I actually really liked the bread - airy, light, and crusty yet not the least bit dry. Delicious! Across each of the pizzas I've tried, I thought the crust on each of them was terrific - on the thin side (yet not too thin nor too doughy) and I liked how both the bottom and rim were really nicely browned. In addition, the other thing about Sgt. Pepperoni that stood out was the staff. Each time I've been here, the workers have all been so friendly and I appreciate how honest one guy was, in particular - "personally, I wouldn't bother with that one because the special is way better". Far more forthcoming than I expected, but the man was right! From the food, to the workers, to the space, to how their prices seem pretty reasonable, Sgt. Pepperoni is just a dope pizza place to have around, whether you're a UC Irvine student or not. Plus, I love how they have deals as well, including a lunch special (11am-2pm), which ranges from a slice and a soda to two slices, a salad, and a soda, as well as Happy Hour deals (slice and a beer/wine) and 50% off pitchers and bottles of wine. Not only a nice way to save a few bucks, but even more reasons to come in! FOUR AND A HALF STARS rounded down for now, but don't be surprised if this turns into a five one day!

Belinda L.

Sgt. Pepperoni's takes care of all the catering at the big events at our church and I knew they were capable of handling food for an English class. It was suffocatingly hot outside being summer. After placing the order for a Half & Half Specialty pizza of The Works and BBQ Chicken and a half tray of Pinwheels for 6 pepperoni and 6 meatball ricotta, my server offered a cup of cool water. They didn't quite have the 6 meatball ricotta so the supervisor asked if it was all right to fill with 2 extra pepperoni pinwheels. That was fine. They provided all the utensils and put the marinara sauce in individual containers. I was able to get on my way and arrive early to the class with all the food. The students enjoyed the hearty snacks tremendously as did the other teachers. Thank you!

Alyssa W.

This has become one of my fav pizza spots in OC!! The Al Pastor pizza was so good that we ordered it twice in one week! Sad it'll be gone at the end of this month, but excited to see what the July pie of the month will be! Overall, Sgt. Pepperoni's has a great atmosphere, the workers are friendly, and it's a nice spot to grab lunch/dinner with friends and family.

Stephanie C.

Sgt. Pepperoni is an awesome pizza spot. The pizza comes out hot, fresh, and absolutely delicious every time. They offer a wide variety of flavors and toppings--some fun and unique options along with the classic favorites, so there's something for everyone. The service is friendly and quick, which makes the experience even better. One of my favorite things is the crust--it has the perfect thickness with a great crunch that really sets it apart. Parking can be a little tricky or crowded at times, but it's manageable and totally worth it for the pizza. Definitely a place I'll keep coming back to!

Super Bee Pizza
Carolina R.

We were looking for a place to watch the Mexico World Cup game and Sgt Pepperoni came up. I called to make sure they were there showing the game and they were. The vibe was great to watch the game as they had TVs outside and inside to watch and they were able to turn the volume up. We got an entire pizza and a drink for us to share. We got the super bee (no franks hot sauce) and we loved it! The flavor was great. The crust was our favorite! We really enjoyed this location and will be back. We want to try their salads and pepperoni pizza.

The Capri Pie (December 2025 flavor of the month) 10/10 delicious!
Deb H.

I will avoid this location in the future and instead go to their Newport Beach location. The reason is that this location NEVER has my pizza ready on time. It's one thing when it's always 10+ minutes late and I haven't written negative reviews for that. However, tonight it was 23 minutes past my pickup window and they weren't even apologetic. The worst part was they told me "just 10 more minutes" so I waited around and my kids were with me and then it was another 13 minutes so 23 minutes of wasted time. If they would have just been honest and told me it would take an additional 20+ minutes past my scheduled pickup time (I ordered online like an hour before!) I could have ran another errand or got my kids something to do or anything but just waiting there and waiting and waiting really sucked. I love Sgt. Pepperoni's pizzas (their current pizza of the month Capri Pie is delicious, as are all their pizzas!) but the service is soooo much better at their Newport Beach location I'll just go to that location instead.

MEATBALL RICOTTA THE WORKS
Emily H.

First time at Sgt's and I tried their lunch special: 2 slices and a drink. I got the Meatball Ricotta and The Works. My boyfriend wanted to try their specialty pizzas, but next time I think I'll just stick with the pepperoni. Definitely a quality spot for pizza! The slices had a great crunch with a thin crust, which I really liked. Their pizza reminds me of New York-style pizza. There was plenty of parking, and the workers were really friendly. Ambiance was great! They had cozy outdoor seating and it was lively. Definitely recommend!

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Ask the Community - Sgt. Pepperoni's Pizza Store

Can you get a slice of the pie of the month?

You sure can!

Do you take reservations and pre orders for a party?

You would need to pre-order to be able to reserve a table, so yes!

Do you accept apple pay?

We do!

Do you have nutritional information for each flavors?

Hi - unfortunately, we do not. Menu items have a list of main ingredients though.

Do you have gluten free pizza?

Yes we do! One size pie, however and we don’t sell it by the slice. We also have cauliflower crust and a vegan pie.

Are there student discounts available for uni high or UCI students?

Hi Alice- We have lunch specials daily, for all of our customers :)

I received this restaurant list for Yelp BHM, is this a black owned restaurant?

We are 4 local families. So women owned and Asian owned but not black owned. The owners are the Roberts, the Hongs, the Dodman’s and the Fraziers.

What time is trivia?

Hi - We have Trivia Night at our Irvine location (4533 Campus Dr) on Monday nights at 7:00PM.

Does this location still do trivia on Monday nights?

Yes!

What are the vegan options?

Yes! We have vegan pies and vegan cheese!

Do you accommodate large groups?

Yes - we certainly can. We don’t take “reservations” but you can speak with a manager. We do parties and depending on your needs and the day/time you’d like to come in, we can work with you to make sure we have space. Our manager at our Irvine… 

Is it possible to get an extra crispy bottom crust on my pizza?

Sure! Just ask when you place your order.

Are dogs allowed in the patio area?

Yes they are :) Just be sure to enter the patio through the outside entrance, as we don’t allow them inside the restaurant.

Is there WiFi available?

Yes! We have WiFi for our customers at all 3 of our locations - the network is “LOVEHQ.” At the Irvine ship, the Irvine Company provides the WiFi, so look for their network.

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This is one of the best pizza places in OC…read more I've ordered several different pizzas and slices, and all have been excellent. Chicken parm Sandwhich was amazing. And their garlic knots are addictive! Food is always top-notch. Every single employee I've interacted with has been very nice. Perfect setup in their dining area as you can comfortably sit and watch a sporting event on their many tv's. All in all, this place is never a disappointment!

(Visited Sept.15 2026) Terra Mia Pizzeria truly impressed me…read moreand was referred to me by one of my best friends, Naresh. He swears it is the best New York style pizza in California that he's tried. I had to try it as well. We ended up getting the largest pie you could buy with pepperoni on one side for him and pepperoni and pineapple with extra sauce for me. Don't judge me. Lol The pizza was absolutely delicious and on the side there was red pepper, oregano, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. I have the latter three and let me tell you that combination added so much good flavor to the already delicious pizza. From the crust to the cheese to the toppings; every bite left you wanting another. The ambience of the restaurant was rather pleasant and I appreciated how many open tables there were. There was an outside patio with some old-school arcade games and made for good environment for people wanting to get away after a solid day of work and enjoy some great pizza. The service we experienced was stellar as well The staff was friendly and hospitable upon arriving to when we left. Thank you for serving us and bringing the pizza to our table. I look forward to coming here again and trying some different ingredients. If you decide to come here, let me know. I'd be happy to join you. --Derrek with 2Rs

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4.1(1.7k reviews)
5.1 mi
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Food is outstanding…read more I initially intended to order 2 happy hour items and then an entree and pizza to go. Sat down at the bar and watched a little bit of the MLB Playoffs. There's a lot of Happy Hour items and drinks at reasonable prices. An extensive menu. I don't think Ive ordered a pasta dish or meatballs at a restaurant for nearly 5 years but kept debating about the appetizer meatballs. Ordering took longer than expected and I felt uncomfortable so I opted to just pick two items for take-out. The Saporita pizza was phenomenal. It's on par with any pie Ive eaten at a Chef Bianco restaurant. Worth every penny. Quality ingredients and delicious. Irvine has a great pizza and Italian restaurant that does not get talked about nearly enough.

I came here for a work lunch event and I had a great experience. The interior decor and…read morearchitecture exudes a luxe restaurant atmosphere. The servers were quick to attend to our group and take our orders. Since we were a large group, we ordered family style with pizzas all around. My favorite was the prosciutto pizza, which had mozzarella burrata, prosciutto di parma, basil, and extra virgin olive oil. The toppings were cooked well and the aroma was divine. Each bite was delicious from the fresh mozzarella burrata and prosciutto. The crust was baked well with a crispy bite. It was a great time with my co workers and I would come back for primi entrees.

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4.2(6k reviews)
1.7 mi
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This place is one of my favorite Italian places in the area where the food is just always a…read morecraving. I love their spicy vodka rigatoni and the hot honey & prosciutto pizza is one of my favorites. I will say I'm not a huge al dente person so sometimes the noodles are a bit too al dente for me but I still love the dish itself that I always reorder! The atmosphere is so nice and it's perfect for a date, families, or just a nice dinner! The service here is great, sometimes a little slow on busier days, but they are always super sweet.

First time here and last time…read more We were greeted at the door by a young man who checked our reservation and led us to a table. The tables for two are so small that you can only get two plates and a fork and then run out of room. We like to share so we always place some plates in the middle - we asked for a table for four - barely large enough for us as we looked at the tables and the young man switched to "snit mode" and took offense as he explained why - in a restaurant full of empty tables - they needed the tables for four to be available. We insisted and prevailed but not without a definite signal that we were now "on his shit list" of new customers. The server was excellent very attentive. Only disappeared once for 15 minutes but then showed up again (thank you Megan) and never lapsed again. The table arrangement tipped us off immediately. The tables were arranged in "rack and stack" mode with tables set side by side with only barely enough room for someone to pass between tables - a very thin person - and so immediately we saw rows of tables so close as to be uncomfortable. That and the extremely loud music had us getting up to leave almost immediately. It didn't help that the table next to us had three people having a liquid lunch and screaming and laughing at the top of their lungs (I think) perhaps we should have given more notice to the purple and green hair? We couldn't hear each other talk in a normal voice. The server came with menus so we decided to sit and take a look at the menu. Too bad we didn't act on first impressions. We decided to split a vegetable salad - very good and seemed fresh - and a lasagna - the pasta was clearly homemade in the kitchen (very good) and the meat sauce mediocre at best with no flavor and some very hard toast triangles to remind us what 70-year-old teeth feel like when trying to bite concrete for lunch. So a warning....this is not your dark and quiet relaxing Italian Restaurant....they have their own idea and believe me it's not relaxing....they envision stacking people into a very fast and efficient amazingly small table next to hundreds of people who are all competing to be heard across the table....this is kind of like NY Italian....servers one to take your order and other very strong gentlemen to deliver your food. And deliver your food they do very fast and unpleasantly. We might have enjoyed the food more but the loud music persisted and we finally left after ordering dessert - gelato and a cappuccino that we quickly vacated and left behind. Try this one if you must but just be aware that if you're looking for Italian and a relaxing experience you may be disappointed.

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4.3(475 reviews)
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Outdoor seating

The pasta is delicious and house made. I had the truffle pasta and if you like truffle, you should…read moredefinitely get a pasta off the truffle menu. I'm still thinking about it. My friends got the Spaghetti allo Scoglio and Cavatelli Zucchine e Gamberi and they loved theirs too. We came for a birthday and they gave the birthday girl a small single person panna cotta with a candle which was delicious. The restaurant was really cute decor and the staff was super friendly.

Dear Owner, I…read moresincerely hope you take the time to read this because my experience at your restaurant was absolutely unacceptable. Your establishment is genuinely one of the biggest catfishes I have ever experienced. The way your restaurant is advertised online compared to the actual service and food quality is honestly embarrassing. First of all, let's talk about your bald male manager, because I genuinely cannot understand how someone with such a horrible attitude is placed in a management position. His customer service was absolutely nonexistent. He was rude, dismissive, unwelcoming, and completely unprofessional. This man had the personality of a rock, and it genuinely seemed like interacting with paying customers was an inconvenience to him. When I asked him what he would recommend from the menu for our table, he gave us absolutely ZERO suggestions. Not one recommendation, not one helpful answer, not even the slightest effort to guide us through the menu. How are you managing a restaurant when you cannot even recommend something from your own establishment? That is literally one of the most basic parts of working in hospitality. A customer should be able to ask about popular dishes, house specialties, or what the restaurant is known for and receive a helpful response. Instead, we were met with absolutely no enthusiasm, no knowledge being offered, and no interest in helping us. And here comes the most ridiculous part. This same manager adds the biggest tip for himself! I find that absolutely outrageous considering the level of service we received. How can someone put absolutely no effort into providing a pleasant dining experience and then expect to receive the largest gratuity? Tips should be earned through excellent service, not treated as an entitlement. If you are adding gratuities to customers' bills, there should be complete transparency about those charges and where that money is going. Now let's discuss the food. THE CALAMARI WAS UNDERCOOKED. I cannot believe I paid to eat at a restaurant only to be served seafood that did not appear to be properly cooked. That is completely unacceptable. Seafood needs to be prepared carefully, and the last thing a customer should have to worry about after eating at your establishment is whether they might wake up the next morning with food poisoning. Instead of enjoying my evening, I left genuinely concerned about what I had eaten. What makes this entire experience so frustrating is that none of these expectations are unreasonable. I was not asking for special treatment, free food, or anything extraordinary. I simply expected properly prepared food, a manager who could offer basic menu recommendations, and respectful customer service. Apparently, even those simple expectations were too much for this establishment. As the owner, you should genuinely be concerned about the impression your management is leaving on customers. Your employees, especially your managers, represent your business. When someone in charge cannot answer basic questions about the menu, treats guests with an attitude, and appears more interested in collecting tips than delivering decent service, it reflects poorly on the entire establishment. I strongly encourage you to review how gratuities are being handled, evaluate your management's approach to customer service, and address the quality control coming out of your kitchen. Nobody should be leaving your restaurant feeling disrespected, disappointed, and concerned about whether their food was safe to eat. Your restaurant might look appealing online, but attractive pictures mean absolutely nothing when the actual experience is this terrible. I spent my hard-earned money expecting a nice dining experience, and instead, I received rude management, zero menu guidance, questionable food preparation, and an experience I would never want to repeat. My advice to your bald manager: Before worrying about receiving the biggest tip, perhaps learn how to provide service that actually deserves one. A management title means absolutely nothing when you cannot demonstrate basic hospitality. I sincerely hope you take these concerns seriously because this was one of the most disappointing restaurant experiences I have ever had. ZERO STARS if I could. I will not be returning, and I certainly would not recommend this establishment based on my experience.

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Oliver's Trattoria
Oliver's Trattoria
Oliver's Trattoria

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The Original Mama D's Italian Kitchen - Penny's Chicken Parmigiana

The Original Mama D's Italian Kitchen

4.6(7.6k reviews)
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Mama D's Italian Kitchen is one of those places that feels like home the minute you walk in. You…read moreinstantly feel welcomed into Mama D's house, and you can taste that love in the food. I went with the build-your-own pasta, penne with Mama D's original pink sauce and shrimp. Nothing fancy, just simple and delicious. And of course I had to have a Peroni with it, my favorite Italian beer. This is definitely one of my favorite Italian spots for any time of the day, but I especially love coming here during the winter. There's just something about the cozy, warm, family feeling that makes it even better.

Visited Mama D's on a Thursday night and it was a wonderful experience! The place was very lively,…read morebut right away we were greeted by a super friendly hostess and we only had to wait around 10 min for a table of 4. It felt like the perfect neighborhood Italian joint, not too prissy at all but comfortable and warm. Our server Caden was super friendly and attentive! He recommended the pink sauce which was absolutely delicious. We really enjoyed our food and the portions were very generous! I was also in heaven as a vegetarian, as most of the pastas are already vegetarian, and you can add protein for an extra charge. So there were so many options which was really exciting for me haha. The cherry on top of our amazing meal was when they brought out warm cookies for us with our check. It was such a nice touch that we appreciated :) Would definitely come back here!!

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The Original Mama D's Italian Kitchen - Front of house.

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The Original Mama D's Italian Kitchen - Chicken and sausage Capri

Chicken and sausage Capri

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