We were staying at Newport Dunes and decided to eat at The Pizza Bakery. We saw the Yelp reviews and found they were accurate! The staff greeted me when I walked in and were very friendly. The pizza was as described in the other reviews. It was hot and cooked perfectly. What a great find and only 10 minutes from Newport Dunes. We'll definitely stop and eat here on our future visits to Newport Beach! read more

Stumbled upon this spot during a walk in Newport and decided to try a slice. Pricing is a bit high in my opinion. Cheese starts at $5 and each topping adds about $1, but the slices are large and it is Newport, so it makes sense. The location is great and the space is small but nice. Service was warm and welcoming. The guy who took our order was very sweet. One thing I will mention there was an older lady that had a large doodle walking around eating crumbs off the floor (not leashed). The restaurant was empty, so I understand not wanting to turn customers away, but it definitely didn't feel like a place I would like to sit down to eat. Now the pizza itself is the most important part. It could've been a solid pizza at 9/10. The ingredients taste fresh and the crust is good. But our slice was overcooked, it was a little too crispy, but still good. There also wasn't enough cheese. What would knock this out of the park is a solid cheese pull type pizza and not overcooked. Overall, very good pizza in a great area with kind service. Definitely worth trying if you are in Newport. read more

Pizza slices were extremely dry. Bottom was over floured and there was no crisp to the pizza. Not sure what cheese they used but it was my first time eating dry pizza. It was actually one of the worst slices I've ever had. Also soda machine not dialed in. No flavor. Tried the Dr Pepper and lemonade. Neither worked. This place doesn't really care and it shows. read more

This pizza spot is in a great location next to some other cool shops / restaurants / bakery It has great up close private parking Ran in here after a doctors apt. I wasn't super hungry so I shared the lunch special with a family member. The great staff, Ed (I think he is the manager or owner) took our order. We came at the perfect time because it got packed! We got a lunch special that came with a slice of pizza, a salad, a drink and he kept giving us refills of garlic knots. (We ordered an extra drink obviously) The pizza slice was huge and he asked if we wanted him to cut it right down the middle. Which was perfect The salad was loaded with tons of stuff. It had peppers, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, carrots and etc. And it was a large portion This seems to be a local favorite, which is always a great sign. The staff was super friendly and helpful. This is on the smaller side. I do wish it had more tables. I noticed it was a lot of take out orders and people running in for their lunch special And the drinks we got were fountain drinks and we could get refills. So that's always a bonus! I'll definitely grab a full pizza next time I'm in this area, which seems to be a lot lately read more

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Great lunch specials! I had the lasagna, garlic bread and bottomless drink and it was $10! Tax included! Nice clean, little quaint place with nice people who work here. The area is nice so you can go boutique shopping after having a lunch special! read more

Stepping into this nostalgic little pizza shop felt sweet. A sign on the window proudly shared they've been serving the community since 1990, 35 years you can feel that history in every detail. The exterior is charming and cozy, the owner was there greeting guests with genuine warmth, and the service was top-notch. The pizza hit all the right notes, bringing back memories of my childhood, and to top it all off, they surprised me with complimentary garlic knots. A true neighborhood gem. read more

The Pizza Bakery - Pizza Near Me - Newport Beach, California

What a gem!!!!! Apparently they've been around for years and I only discovered this pizza place today. Great value and great combo deals. Definitely worth the price and the drive. The best part is that the specials can be ordered any time of the day, unlike other places that only have lunch specials. The employee helping us at the front recommended the #2 individual special: giant slice of pizza with one topping, a drink, and a lunch salad. I was full off the pizza alone so I'm saving my salad for lunch tomorrow. Plenty of seating inside too, but a lot of people order to go. read more

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All time favorite- they have the best sauce and bread knots - we love the fast and friendly environment!!

Delicious old school pizza! Definitely coming back. Easy in & parking. Dine in or take out. read more

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Let me tell you something about the Pizza Bakery- I've been coming here for the past 20 years. It was excellent then and it is excellent now! I love doing a custom pizza personally. The people who work here are really nice. They offer free garlic knots with your order. It's a cozy little walk in pizza place. I've been here when it's packed and empty and there's no bad way to come. As long as you're ready to eat some seriously amazing pizza! Thanks guys for serving my husband and I so late when we came in! read more

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This review is LONG overdue! To say that John and his team at The Pizza Bakery go above and beyond would be an incredible understatement. Long before joined the team at ENC, I was a devoted Pizza Bakery fan, and when I became vegan 15 years ago, I was thrilled to continue enjoying so many of their delicious pizzas, fresh salads, and of course, their famous garlic knots! Most recently, our Preschool hosted our annual movie night, and after our order was picked up, John personally reached out to thank us for including Pizza Bakery in our special event. I apologized for not confirming the final details and explained that I had unexpectedly undergone an emergency appendectomy and was just released from the hospital. Without hesitation, John replied with kind words of encouragement and offered to send a delivery to my home, on him. His thoughtfulness moved me to tears. Although I wasn't able to accept due to my recovery/dietary restrictions, his gesture meant more than I can express and reminded me how special this connection truly is. Over the years, John has personally delivered our graduation pizzas, supported us during Teacher Appreciation Week, in-service days, occasional baby/bridal showers, and often helps me surprise our amazing Nature Teachers with their favorite lunch! (This is in addition to the support they provide annually to our Nature Center Events). Every interaction reflects the same kindness, generosity, and genuine care that make Pizza Bakery such a beloved part of our community. Thank you, John, Ed, and the entire Pizza Bakery team, for your unwavering support, compassion, and excellence. Your kindness and community spirit are recognized and appreciated by so many, but I want to personally express my deepest gratitude for always going above and beyond. read more

We eat there every week it is one of my favorite pizza places to get and take. It is also not over priced and also is pretty quick to make the pizza. Over all I highly recommend this place and they have great service and ambiance. read more

The Pizza is fresh, delicious with a perfect crust. The employees are very friendly. The place is small with a couple of tables.

My favorite pizza place! We order from The Pizza Bakery almost every single Friday night. It is one of my favorite rituals during the week. There is so much care and love put into all the food. It is a true local, family owned business. Everything is made with such quality, the salad dressings, the garlic knots, the brownies, the sauce... What makes The Pizza Bakery truly stand out is it's commitment to customer service. In all the years I have ordered from them, recently there was a small glitch with my order ( first time ever) and they went above and beyond to take care of it. It was thoughtful and greatly appreciated. I will happily continue to order from The Pizza Bakery, this is a business that I am proud to support! read more

We were visiting my brother-in-law at master jewelers on Westcliff Dr. In Newport Beach my wife, my son and I - and he recommended the pizza place next door. We're so glad he did! The Pizza was delicious and fresh.The staff were super friendly. The slices were huge and the prices were very reasonable. we will definitely be back. read more

TLDR: Disappointing service but good food [increased pricing too] Been coming here since moving to the area. First impressions were GREAT. And to be honest it's really good food at decent pricing - and still is my go to spot for their meatball sub. The establishment is clean and the ambiance is very much "local" spot vibes. My issue is in the fact that: 1. We ordered to-go but my partner changed their mind and wanted to enjoy our food inside. Upon asking the staff (a young lady) - she made it seem like it was a major drag to simply change our order to dine in so we opted to leave instead. 2. We spent around $50.00-60.00 but asking for sides of marinara and ranch were $2.00 a pop? - that's CRAZY. willing to improve this rating if next time we have a different experience. read more

Pizza is so good! So much flavor and the slices are huge and reasonably priced. Staff is super friendly too. Highly recommend.

Found this lovely pizza shop last night. Excellent pizza, garlic knots, and desert offerings. Crust not heavy and perfect crispness. Loved the sauce and toppings. What really set this apart was the friendly customer service and relaxed yet cozy atmosphere. A plus was the off street parking. Would definitely come back and I highly recommend. read more

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We stopped here for the first time tonight and we are so glad we did! Everything was 5 stars all the way around. The food was excellent, and the customer service was top notch! I think we found our new favorite pizza place! Can't wait to go back! read more

Food here is amazing! Highly recommend. The service is great! Our family has been coming here for years.

Here's a draft for your Yelp review: --- I've been coming to **The Pizza Bakery** for almost 40 years, and it's hands down the best pizza I've ever had. I've tried pizza from so many different places, but nothing compares. The quality, flavor, and consistency are unmatched. John, the owner, is one of the kindest, most generous people I've ever met. Over the years, I've really enjoyed getting to know him and watching how much care he puts into his business and his customers. I feel incredibly blessed to have a place like The Pizza Bakery in our community. It's not just about the food (which is phenomenal)--it's the heart behind it. If you're looking for the best pizza around, this is it! read more

We love The Pizza Bakery! I work at UCI, and we've been using them as our preferred catering company for the past four years. They offer amazing prices, phenomenal customer service, and delicious food. I wholeheartedly recommend their catering services for your next event--it won't disappoint! read more

Our family happened upon this gem of a pizza spot when exploring our local shops in our neighborhood. The place has such charm! From the storefront to the moment you step inside, this place is delightful and filled with printed scenes of Newport Beach days gone by. And to top it all off, the pizza is truly superior! But my family's favorite Pizza Bakery menu item are their GARLIC KNOTS! We're hooked! read more

Pizza is good, cool shop, I got a take out order and had to ask for cheese packs, and was given 3 for a large. Thought this was strange, but the pizza came out fast and we enjoyed it. I did see comments about the sauce lacking, and it was so good and sweet but for sure could use some more. I will return for sure! read more

Great location, good food at a fair price, and a super friendly staff! Love coming here weekly. read more

The Pizza Bakery - Box of Pizza By The Slice - Pizza Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Everyone that works here is happy to help me when I come in. They make sure that we are very clear about when my pizza will be ready. There is only one time in the many years that I've been going here that my pizza wasn't absolutely perfect and even that time it's not like it was bad it just wasn't perfect. read more

Great pizza! A bit pricey. Pro tip: leave the house behind. Order to go AT the store. Have some complimentary garlic knots and a beverage. read more

I have been patronizing this pizzeria for about fifteen years now, stopping whenever I'm in Costa Mesa. It has a nice bright vibe with SoCal murals on the wall. The Thai-style "barbecue chicken" pizza is delicious, with peanut sauce, chicken, scallion, cheese, and cilantro. They also have little garlic "knots"--like garlic bread balls-- that they share liberally. I enjoy their spaghetti with meatballs and garlic bread as well. It's a simple place with good food and some family menu combinations. They also have a "punch card" system where you can earn a $5 credit. Club soda at the fountain also appreciated. You can choose some salads and desserts from the front cooler, and I believe they offer gluten-free crust. There's a fun gum-ball machine, too! It's the only place in SoCal that I know of that offers the Thai peanut pizza--give it a try! read more

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The pizza was delicious, crust was perfect and plenty of cheese. Reminded us of our favorite NY pizza place when we lived there. The manager was super friendly and offered us complimentary garlic knots while we waited for our pizza (also incredible) and then gave us a free brownie as we left. Incredible food and even better service! read more

Very good place and pizza, the staff is very nice and kind, they even offered drinks to us, very good pizza place to eat with family

Got a pepperoni pizza and salad. My order was ready when I arrived and they even gave me free garlic knots. Definitely good enough o recommend and I'll be back. read more

Pizza was awful. Large slices of cardboard with almost no sauce or cheese. Too bad could be a great place, great location and nice staff.

Whether it is in store or take away, this place always delivers. This is my favourite New York style pizza in this area. The service is always friendly and the prices are always fair. Ordered 2 of their 20 inch pizzas for take away was delicious and their pizza is good on the reheat as well. Their garlic knots are also pretty good and they come free with a meal purchase. read more

The Pizza Bakery - XL cheese - Pizza Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I have been coming here with my grandparents since I was a little girl and it never disappoints. The garlic knots will always hold a very special place in my heart :) The service is great and I love how inviting the environment is inside. For some easy and delicious pizza, I highly recommend The Pizza Bakery!! read more

Not only is this the best pizza place around, the owners are incredibly kind and thoughtful. We ordered lots of pizzas for my son's 6th birthday and the owner went above and beyond to deliver timely, let us use the warm bags for a few hours, threw in an extra pizza, and left a nice card for my son. You don't see this kind of genuine service anymore. There's a reason why this has been my favorite pizza place since I was a kid! Support your local pizzeria. read more

That's it. I've been a customer since 1995. Since I was 16. I am never getting food from The Pizza Bakery again. They've got a guy who puts cones up to prevent you from parking in the parking spots. When you move them and park anyway, he confronts you and says, "what business are you going to?" None of your business dude. It's become too big of a hassle to go to The Pizza Bakery. I'll be at Massimo's. I want to add that I am not handicapped but my car has handicap plates because I use it to transport handicapped people. This guy hassles people with handicap plates. And no, I was not parked in a handicap space. I never do that unless I'm transporting a handicapped person. read more

Best by the slice spot in Newport. Have come here multiple times when I'm craving a great slice. They have great combo options and free garlic knots. I got the single topping with ricotta and it was amazing. Great spot read more

The Pizza Bakery - Ricotta - Pizza Near Me - Newport Beach, California

This place is truly great. I brought my pizza snob dad for the first time and he was in love with it. On our way out we were debating on a piece of carrot cake and the guys were kind enough to give us one on the house. So amazingly kind. read more

Amazing!!!! This place is not just amazingly delicious the hospitality here is one of a kind makes you feel welcomed and want to come back. We ordered the mixed greens salad, they brought us complimentary garlic knots with their homemade marina sauce to snack on. I am so glad we gave this place a try. We ordered the extra large pizza with Alfredo and the green bowl veggie pizza. oh my God just delicious. I will be back.. we left happy and kids loved it. read more

The Pizza Bakery - Pizza Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Has my first visit here a week or two ago. Excellent and friendly customer service, the employees really seem to enjoy their job. The pizza, though a little overpriced, was good. Their garlic bread was cheaply made but oddly good. I assume they are just using some kind of a spread they microwave on. Salad was a basic ready pack container, similar to that of a grocery store salad. All nicely presented, and did my party well enough to feel satisfied. Definitely in a nice shopping center of a nice city. I wouldn't become a regular here, but I wouldn't turn down dining here every now and then. Huge shout out to Sean for his friendly and helpful attitude. Definitely a customer driven guy. read more