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Union Square Pizza & Kitchen

4.4 (80 reviews)
Fri • 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)
Sat • 11:00 am - 1:00 AM (Next day)

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Lissa L.

It looks like one of those places that you discover as a kid, then frequent as a college student, and later on bring your own kid to. It's a neighborhood gem and I can see why. The vibe is homey and relaxed. The pizzas are all freshly made to order, and at prices that don't break the bank. I got my son a pie from here and he said the dough was crunchy on the outside but soft on the inside. They were generous with the cheese and pepperoni. He had an entire pie! Need to try their gelatos next time!

This looks electric especially the hot honey
Juan V.

Super Bowl 60 Final Edition: Union Square in San Francisco is known for different restaurants cuisines such Akiko sushi and pho at Bodega and the Michelin Star restaurant Kim Khao. Union Square even has the chainstore restaurant the Cheesecake Factory. When it comes to cheese in SF there are few places which serve good cheese cuisine On Super Bowl Sunday cheese takes center stage with over 20 million pounds consumed. These includes nachos and queso dip, cheesecake ,cheese with wine and pizza. When it comes to pizza around Union Square there a few good spots. There is a place at Union Square which serves pizza by the slice and by the pie. It's located on Offarell and it's called Union Square Pizza & Kitchen . On Super Bowl weekend stroll in San Francisco you will find round pizza pies although the pizza place is called Union Square Pizza. Just in case you need that last minute Super Bowl pizza this will be the spot if you are in downtown San Francisco. They have a pizza called the New Englander pizza for those New England Patriots fans or for those Seattle Seahawks fans who want to eat those New England Patriots for lunch and dinner for Super Bowl. Inside you will see San Francisco 49ers newspaper articles on the wall during their Super Bowl victories. I had the cheese and New Englander ( pepperoni and basil )slices. It was thin slice and a bit cheesy and saucy. The cheese had pull like some in SF. If you are for the hot honeys on the side you can also get saucy and add the Mike's Hot Honey. Get the round pizza and it don't be a square in SF by not going to Union Square Pizza & Kitchen. San Francisco has lots restaurants to eat and "compare" it is located a few blocks from the Moscone Center NFL Experience "fanfare" it's by restaurants that sell sushi and pho around "Union Square" so grab a pizza and watch the winning team win the Super Bowl trophy "hardware" You can watch the Super Bowl and best to watch it live or on "television"but if you need some good pizza in San Francisco there some pizza places from North Beach to the "Mission "some pizza are done in squares and some done deep in the Chicago "tradition" and some are done thin sliced like the ones at the Union Square Pizza "Kitchen"

They also offer slice by the day. Lived the cozy east coast vibe.
Alma V.

Found this place and they have been in busy for 2yrs. I highly recommend the pizza with honey topping.

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Gerald R.

LATE NIGHT EATING AT VINTAGE DECOR PIZZA JOINT I came here late Thursday night about 1 1/2 hour before closing as I didn't eat dinner. Instead of getting whole pies I wanted slices. At the time there was only one slice left on display, which was the margherita pesto. The cashier stated slices for pepperoni and cheese would be available in 15 minutes. I informed the cashier I would like to get slices of the margherita pesto and pepperoni. Even though the remaining slice of the margherita pesto was placed on a pizza tray for a while the slice was warmed up. The most important aspect of the pizza is the crust. On the margherita pesto the crust was crispy on the outside yet airy inside. Too often I've eaten pizzas with the crust having the texture of a cardboard. The slices of the tomatoes tasted sweet. I love pesto, but I couldn't taste the pesto as the pizza was laying in display for a while. After eating the margherita pesto I waited 10 minutes for the pepperoni pizza that was in the oven. How would a hot, fresh slice of pepperoni taste? Eating a bite of the hot slice of pepperoni you can taste the melted mozzarella and tomato sauce. Also I love the curled pepperoni that forms into a cup with the a small pool of grease in the center. If this slice of the hot-of-the-oven pepperoni was this tasty the margherita pesto would've tasted better had it been right out of the oven instead of sitting on a tray for a while. If you're around Union Square late at night craving for pizza Union Square Pizza & Kitchen is a place I would go to. Regarding slices of pizza I would recommend waiting for a pizza still in the oven then slices that have been laying on a tray for a while.

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Adam B.

2 Slices + Soda for $19.55 seems a little pricey. Especially since the slices aren't huge. However, the calzone is such a hearty meal, definitely worth it! Cheese Slice: Technically, a very nice slice. The high quality tomato sauce was first noticeable to me. Lots of gooey warm cheese. And reheated crust was perfectly crispy so it didn't flop when you hold it. Meat Lovers Slice: Really was loaded with meat! Loved the pepperoni cups that curled up and had crispy edges. Thick slices of ham. Big chunks of bacon. Some sort of fancy looking sausage slices. This is definitely a lot heavier than the plain cheese Calzone w/ Pepperoni, Andouille Sausage, Ham: Calzones make me nostalgic, like somehow they were everywhere when I was a kid but now they're not. So quite excited to see it as a special here. I was very meat-centric with my order and have no regrets. It came out glistening, like it might have been brushed in butter or olive oil. Golden brown too, so very nice crust texture. Partially cut, for easier eating. Was dripping lots of gooey mozzarella. All the meat was nice. The ham was particularly memorable since it came in thick squares. Also, loved the nice cup of pizza sauce to dip it in. Overall, a really nice lunch choice.

Delta R.

My husband and I came on a Sunday around 6. Several people were dining in. We got 2 slices of pizza one pepperoni and one cheese pizza to go. Both were delicious, even the crust was good. All in all, a solid choice for slices if you are in Union Square. However, the customer service lacked, we weren't greeted and stood around for a few minutes before someone came to help us.

Scarlett M.

It's 10pm, you are making your way to the hotel and you are starving. This is one of the few places open late on a Thursday. Was it the best pizza of my life?, no definitely not. Was it's very expensive, yes for a 12in pizza and pasta total was $50. But honestly it hit the spot and filled us up. It's pizza you can't really go too wrong. If you are hungry and it's late, I'd eat here again. Staff were very friendly and there is a good amount of seating inside.

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Leon U.

I would give this closer to a 3.5; the crust was good and the cheese has a pull to it but the sauce was lacking flavor. Had the pepperoni slice and pesto slice, the pesto was better. $9 a slice

Don't forget the delicious upgrade to ANY slice adding Hot Honey and Fresh Basil.
Michelle M.

On my first visit, Ramy and crew were quite accommodating to my special request for cheese on only one side of the Backyard BBQ pie. Fun dining area with a couple of tall counters and bar stools as well as standard height tables and chairs. Everything we ordered was yummy. I will be back soon!

Lisa A.

I stopped in to USP before work for a slice of pizza to get prepared for a long night shift. The gentleman at the front counter was the sweetest ever! I also ordered a small Greek salad which he prepared and it was super fresh and flavorful. Finally, I ordered a slice of Nutella pie to top it all off. The pie was absolutely delightful and a must try! My only hang up was the portion size for the price. I wish the pizza slices were larger and that there were more options for toppings. Otherwise I would stop by again....maybe just for the Nutella pie though ^_^

Ricca Cathrina E.

Definitely recommended! We quickly searched for pizza (something new to try) after a quick trip to SF museum. We walked in and ordered pizza. Staff was really nice and friendly. Pizza tasted really good. Please was really clean. This will be added to our pizza go to place.

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Thanks for your heartfelt review, Cynthia!

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Thanks for your amazing review Juan!

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Thanks so much, Erica! Welcome back anytime.

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6 months ago

Great pizza! I tried the Margarita pizza and pepperoni pizza and they were both great!

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Ramy S.

Thanks for your glowing review Omar!

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This pizza is good. Pricey, but its SF I guess. Doesn't taste like every other place. Has solid ranch too.

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Pizza was very good but way over priced. 30 bucks for a small like 10" pizza. Giving them a 4 as the value is just not there.

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Thanks so much for your glowing review, Eddy.

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Thanks William! Come back soon!

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Perfect spot for a quick bite and delicious pizza! The ambience was great tons of great San Francisco history to view on the walls.

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the atmosphere was very homey and I can definitely see myself coming back here again and the combo pizza was my favorite

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You are certainly welcome back anytime Andrew! Thanks for your review!

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Delicious food and amazing service. Highly recommend! Will come most definitely come back again.

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I ordered a pizza that I was told would be ready in 15 min. When I picked it up 20 min later, it was cold. Not even a little warm.

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We ordered a Calzone while staying at Nikko across the street. Very good , hot and on time. Definitely recommend!!

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