I had to come visit here after BTS raved about how good the pizza was. They have many vegan options on the menu! I went with the vegan margherita, which was pretty good, in particular I loved the crust which was super thin with good chew and lightly crunchy at the edges. However the pizza otherwise did not really blow me away. I enjoyed it however I would say there are many better vegan pizza options in the area. I think their regular pizzas are probably more standout, the people I came with also tried the sausage and honey pizza and seemed to really enjoy it. The service was great, the waiters are very friendly and professional. They are quite busy, we came around 12:30pm on a Saturday and seemed to take the last open table. We were seated outside which was very pleasant. By the time we left there were multiple parties in line. I also saw they had Vesta/BTS stickers inside but I forgot to ask our waiter for one before we left :') read more

Vesta - vegan margheria - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

Food: Sausage and Honey Pizza | Carbonara Pizza | Scrimshaw Pilsner | Arugula Salad | Mexican Chocolate Bread Pudding Price: $27 EA for both pizza | $9 | $16.25 | $11 Overall: You already know I had to try out the pizza spot that BTS ate at THREE TIMES during their stay in the Bay Area for the Arirang Tour. I booked a reservation on OpenTable and we got seated immediately outdoors. I wanted to note that since it was chilly, we asked if we could turn on the heater but it took about 3 times for that to happen (peak dinner times, it's okie!). The food took about 20 minutes. The flavors were great but I wish that the pizza came out hotter and crispier. The salad really took me by surprise and was amazing. My favorite pizza was probably Sausage and Honey. We ended off with Mexican Chocolate Bread Pudding which was a great end to the meal. Was it the best? In my opinion, I think it was a very solid pizza spot! read more

Tried Vesta before bts!! I had been wanting to go to Vesta for the longest time and finally got to dine in while we were in Redwood City. We got there around 12:30pm on a Saturday as a party of two and were seated immediately without any reservation. We had to order the mushroom toast and then we also decided to get the Spicy Vegan Pesto Pizza with goat cheese added. Food was ready after about 20 minutes. Mushroom toast (3.5/5): This was tasty but not remarkable for the $15 price point. It was a pretty straightforward dish and didn't blow me away. The portion size was also a bit small Spicy Vegan Pesto Pizza (4.5/5): The pizza was cooked well and had good flavor especially with the roasted garlic. Would recommending adding goat cheese. I wish there was more sauce and that it was spicier but I liked the pizza! Overall, good customer service and solid food! I see why BTS raved about the pizza. I would come back for the pizza and probably skip the mushroom toast. read more

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I have been coming were for YEARS and they never disappoint!! The wait time is worth it!! I've taken friends and family here over the years, they all agree that Vesta is 10/10. The servers are attentive and take your order in a time manner. The food is made with fresh ingredients and you can see them cooking the pizza. The restaurant is well kept and smells amazing at all times. They offer indoor and outdoor seating. If it's your first time coming here, you can never go wrong with the sausage & honey pizza! read more

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I was excited to try this place because I heard that Bts ate here! I got one of the pizzas that they got and tried something else. My friends and I got one red sauce and one white sauce. Two pizzas are enough for three people. I'd say that I like the white sauce pizza more. The sausage & honey pizza is an interesting and unique concept but it wasn't my taste. The overall pizza tasted fine, but if I were to order it next time. I would lessen the amount of honey on it. It was a bit too sweet. I overall love the toppings on it and the red sauce. I especially enjoyed the crust! As for the Pesto & Soppressata Pizza. It was flavorful but too oily. I'm not sure if the other pizzas are like that but the toppings all together had too much oil. Otherwise, I still had a pretty good pizza experience here. Because of the crust and unique flavors. I look forward to coming back. The ambience is nice. There's plenty of seating and the staff are very friendly. Excellent service. I look forward to coming back. read more

Vesta - Sausage & Honey Pizza Pesto & Soppressata Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

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Food: Margherita pizza and peach pizza (special of the day), large arugula salad and gelato with tcho chocolate sauce Arrives for a late lunch around 2:30 pm on a Sat and there were plenty of tables. This place recently popped up on my list due to the BTS mentions so I had to check it out. The crust was thin, pizza was piping hot, and full of flavor. The peach pizza had a drizzle of balsamic vinegar which added a nice depth to it that was unexpected. The salad was good to cut through the cheese and offer a nice fresh balance. I don't usually remember salads as being memorable but this one surely was! Service was great, friendly and helpful. We were seated outside, which was great on a warm day. It was a little windy here and there but overall wasn't bad. Would definitely come again and try other items on the menu. Reasonably priced for what we ordered and also had about a servings worth of leftover for the next day. Ideal for 2-4 people to try a variety of items. read more

Vesta - Margherita Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

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The staff at Vesta are super friendly and welcoming. My friend and I made a same-day reservation. One of us arrived first and was seated even though the full party hadn't arrived yet. That was so nice of them! We ordered the braised short ribs special our waitress mentioned, the mushroom toast, and the carbonara pizza. The appetizers were yummy and portion size was good to share amongst the two of us. Their pizza options are also very unique with both red and white sauce options. We'll definitely be trying other pizzas! read more

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Of course I had to try the sausage and honey pizza. If BTS loved it, I simply had to see what the hype was about. My friend made reservations so we were seated right away at 7pm on a Monday. Obviously, we had to ask our server about BTS's experience here and lo and behold, we were sitting in the exact same spot as they did. What are the odds??? Our server also kept us entertained with some fun BTS stories throughout the night which honestly made the experience even better. Shoutout to Jesse for indulging us and keeping the BTS hype alive! As for the food, we shared the butter lettuce and kale salads, the sausage and honey pizza, and the margherita pizza. The salads were surprisingly memorable, especially the jalapeno-pickled raisins! We were still a little hungry afterward so Jesse picked our third pizza for us: the seasonal peach and smoked applewood bacon pizza. Honestly, this was probably my favorite! The sweetness of the fresh peaches paired so well with the savory bacon and balsamic glaze. Each pizza had something unique going on and the ingredients tasted super fresh. My only critique is that the pizzas were all pretty loaded with toppings and sauce, making the slices a little droopy and soggy. Also, our group of 4 needed that third pizza to feel fully satisfied; but maybe we were just extra hungry that night! 4/5 for the food but 5/5 for the service and overall experience! read more

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We wanted to try this place because BTS went here and honestly the pizzas were quite good. We ordered the carrots and they were roasted and tasted delicious. They also have indoor and outdoor seating come early because they fill up fast. read more

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Neopolitan pizza place in downtown Redwood City. My wife comes for lunch sometimes and spoke highly of it so when we happened to be around on the weekend she was excited for the family to try. It's in a popular area so save time for parking, they do take reservations as well. I love the interior design, the layout remind me of Terun with the oven in front, bathrooms in the middle, and a heated back patio. Pinot + fresh squeezed lemonade: The lemonade had a disntinct darker brown color that we also get at home from fresh squeezed, the kids loved it. The pinot was a good light lunch drink and perfect with the pizza. Pork meatball appetizer with tomato sauce: My wife raved about these and I could see why, they are good tasting meatballs and the sauce with chunky bits of tomato and chunks of sliced parmesan paired well with it. Burrata plate: Burrata with salted pieces of country loaf bread, we got this first and it set the bar high. Luckily the rest of the meal was also good. Sausage and honey pizza: My wife said this was a must have and though it was good it tasted a bit too "fusion" to me like something you can find at CPK. Buffalo margherita: Loved this though the moisture from the buffalo does make this more "wet" than normal Neapolitan style. Carbonara: Egg with bacon, a classic variant I am into and it tasted amazing. read more

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Awesome Pizza place. Upscale setting. Tasty stuff. Went veggie this time - Basil Burrata is a yummy version of the basic slice & the Spicy Vegan Pesto is just delicious, a must try. Quick service. Busy place, booking recommended. PS: BTS loved this place! read more

Vesta - Spicy Vegan Pesto - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

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Didn't know it was a viral pizza place that BTS put on the map, but nonetheless it was great pizza and definitely lots of people! Got there right at opening and there was already a line formed outside. We were seating almost immediately and sat in their outside patio. All the pizza options sounded good but we chose the sausage honey and mushroom onion pies! We also got the cauliflower appetizer which was a nice touch to cut the pizza. Overall, I get the hype but I don't think i'd really wait too long for pizza! read more

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I've been coming to vesta for years and they are always consistently great all around. I came in on a Thursday with my family and we made a reservation though it wasn't busy yet. We came in soon after opening so it was pretty quiet inside. They had a nice outdoor section too but it was pretty hot. For starters we got the arugula hazelnut salad, Calabrian Caesar salad, meatballs with tomato sauce, pan fried zucchini cakes and their mushroom toast but we subbed crispy polenta instead of the toast. Both salads were tasty though I think they each needed more dressing since there were some dry bites in there. The meatballs were a crowd pleaser, everyone enjoyed them. Their tomato sauce was bright and rich in flavor. The mushrooms and polenta were comforting and satisfyingly savory. My favorite app ended up being those pan fried zucchini cakes. They were such a pleasant surprise they had a fresh and bright flavor from the lemon and yogurt sauce. There was a healthy amount of zucchini in each cake and not a lot of breading which I loved. They were still able to hold their shape though and made for a great bite For pizzas we went simple and just shared a pepperoni pizza and pesto cheese pizza. The pepperoni came with hot honey and was delicious. I appreciated that the pizza wasn't too floppy because sometimes with this style of pizza picking up a slice without everything falling off is difficult. But not with these. The pesto cheese was herby and savory. Definitely a bit greasy but the flavor was there so I wasn't mad at it We were so full and didn't have any room for dessert so we called it a night after this. Service was fairly quick and efficient. The food was consistent and we were more than satisfied with what we ordered. We'll hopefully be back soon! read more

Vesta - Pepperoni Pizza and Pesto Cheese Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

Wowza! We heard about this place through BTS of course. We actually don't even listen much, but wanted to check it out. We arrived around 11:15 on a Saturday and it was surprisingly not very packed. I got seated right away, they only were maybe 30% full. We ordered mushroom toast and one of the pesto pizzas. Kinda wanted to do 2 pizzas but we weren't hungry enough. Server was awesome, unfortunately I don't remember his name but tall, skinny, gorgeous locks of hair, charismatic, and his favorite dish is the mushroom toast. Hope that's enough info! The mushroom toast was great. I don't know how but the texture of that bread was absolutely perfect. Perfectly toasted, not too crunchy, still nice spongy and flavorful, with fancy mushrooms in a cream sauce. Delicious! The pizza was also fantastic. To be honest the only upscale restaurant I've ever ordered pizza from is pizza antica at Santana row. I was never really blown away by that place, but for somewhere more popular and delicious, they charge just about the same price! Needless to say, pizza antica will never satisfy my fancy pizza craving. I'm coming to Vesta every single time I need to go SFO from now on. This place rocks! I was hoping to try some pear or cherry pizza that I've heard about online, some daily special, but no specials were mentioned to me. Next time! read more

Vesta - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

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Great spot with indoor, outdoor and a back area seating. We ordered the special burrata with a pistachio pesto sauce and short ribs with salad. As well as the beef pizza and mushroom toast. Enjoyed it all. Service was great from the hostess to our wait staff. Liked the ambiance of the indoor and outdoor option, though some areas were a little tight, like the hallway to the bathroom. Only conundrum was one all-gender restroom for the entire restaurant. read more

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This pizza place was sooo delicious. Like many others, I wanted to try this place because BTS stopped by during their tour stop and it didn't disappoint. We grabbed 3 different pizzas for the 5 of us... carbonara, pesto and soppressata, and sausage honey. The sausage and honey was my personal favorite. I'd recommend ordering a red and white sauce to try while you're here. The pizza itself wasn't too oily and the flavors all meshed together really well. For the burrata plate, the amount of cheese you get was more than enough for the slices of bread. Surprisingly a highlight of the meal even though it's just toasted bread and cheese. I could get full on this plate alone. The restaurant had an elevated ambiance with the dark lighting, lots of seating with an outside patio in the back. I would definitely recommend grabbing a reservation ahead of time if you can. Would be a cute date spot or spot to catch up with friends! Would come again!! read more

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I went to Vesta for a dinner date with my partner, and we had a good time! We did not have a reservation, and waited about 15 minutes for a table. When we got seated, the waiter was quick and helped us get our order in. The food came relatively quick! I was excited to try their seasonal peach pizza, and luckily they still had some left! The balsamic on the peach pizza gave it a nice sweetness with the bacon salty bits. The sausage and honey pizza was also so good! The honey really pulls the flavors together, and the sausage was tender. Next time, we would like to try their pineapple and prosciutto pizza! We will be back! read more

Vesta - Peach - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

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I feel like they got even more popular after BTS dined there. For me it was just aright. Butter salad was literally a whole head of butter lettuce with leaves pulled off and pickled onions. Both margherita and honey/sausage were aright. Super thin so it was hard to pick up. Both crusts were a bit too charred for my liking. Service was good though they were busy. Indoor/outdoor seating. Street parking and garage nearby. read more

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Came here with some friends. Plenty of parking nearby. We were seated promptly at our reservation time. Inside is nice, though I found that only one single occ restroom for so much seating seamed an interesting choice. Waiter was also a good host of the table. Anyway ordered a salad, pork shoulder app, carbonara pizza, and sausage and honey pizza. While the ingredients seem to be of good quality and the pizza dough is well done, I felt the apps and pizzas fell short. Pork shoulder just didn't have a great flavor over all, fried polenta was also kind of sweet. The carbonara pizza was muted in flavor, with the egg yolk being fully cooked as well. I would have expected a much saltier flavor being carbonara but it felt like almost no salt at all. Would have preferred chunks of guanciale or something. Sausage and honey pizza was good but nothing spectacular. read more

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Going in, my expectations were lower than my phone battery at 5 PM. I knew the pizza would be good, but I was not prepared for it to transcend reality and enter my Top 3 Pizzas of All Time. Truly amazing. * The Must-Get: Get the sausage and honey pizza. Seriously, if you ever stare blankly at the menu not knowing what to order, just get this--it's an absolute game-changer. * The BTS Seal of Approval: BTS has ordered from here multiple times, and honestly? I see why, and I completely respect it. Good taste knows good taste. * The Parking Miracle: There is an actual parking lot in the back, YES! * The Staff: Incredibly friendly. Pro-tip: Make a reservation unless you like standing outside crying and salivating while smelling perfection from the sidewalk. 10/10. read more

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Definitely one of the best pizzas around the South Bay. The charcuterie was a bit underwhelming. The seating scene is weird, even with a confirmed reservation they took a while for us to get seated. It was also weird that a table change request couldn't get accommodated for the next 45m. Pizzas were excellent and so were the desserts. The service was a mix of the servers being hot and cold. read more

Vesta - The Charcuterie - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

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Vesta is a perfect restaurant to visit in the summer when things are heating up and nights are warm. I came here with 2 friends and we enjoyed catching up over a bottle of bubbly, good appetizers (the mushroom toast, charred cauliflower, and zucchini cakes) and a couple pizzas. - The server was super friendly and gave us a great tour of the menu as we were all first timers. It was a long-planned reunion, and we were grateful that the servers never rushed us along as we took our time and had a leisurely dinner. - The sausage and honey pizza was especially a hit! It was thin, crispy, and served to us piping hot! - Tip: sit in the backyard patio area. It's still outside but largely shaded, which was helpful as we came on a hot, windy day. It was pleasantly cool without any gusts back there! All in all, this is such a cool spot and I'm looking forward to coming back for great Italian food! read more

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Was craving some local pizza, and this place has been going viral because BTS members have tried it, so we decided to give it a try. They have a great selection of pizzas. The pizza was good, but it didn't really stand out. I also loved that they have plenty of outdoor seating. It's conveniently located in downtown Redwood City, with lots of parking nearby. Just a heads-up, it gets super crowded during peak dinner hours, and the wait can be long. If you don't want to wait, I'd recommend ordering takeout like I did or visiting during off-peak hours. read more

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TL;DR: Best pizza peninsula! Long-time supporter first-time reviewer. I've tried a bunch of pies but always come back to our 2 favorites: - classic Margherita: great crust and perfect char - Pesto soppressata: such a good balance and great flavor I would write more but really not needed. It's just the best. Saw the line driving by the other day - do not come on weekends hah Cheers, Vesta! read more

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Made reservations here after my favorite K-pop group dined here three times and raved about it, so obviously I had to come! There weren't a ton of reservations available due to the recent popularity but I actually enjoyed coming in at 4pm to avoid the dinner crowd, and it was nice weather to dine outside in the patio. I preferred the patio just because in the inside was actually quite warm, due to the pizza oven in there. Parking wasn't too difficult at this time on a Saturday, we easily found metered parking less than a block away, but there are a couple of parking structures nearby as well. Service was top notch from the minute we arrived and spoke to the host. They were so kind to us and our children, and checked on us quite frequently, but not in an annoying way. So many great options on the menu - and I like that they separated them by red sauce and white sauce! I'm usually a white sauce fan but I just had to try the sausage honey pizza, which did not disappoint at all. The pizzas are thin crust but the best thin crust I've had - not crunchy or papery, just the right amount of softness and texture that you'd want! And since it was thin crust I wasn't getting too full off of the pizza dough. My husband and I easily shared the sausage honey pizza, but I would have loved to try that carbonara pizza! We didn't want to take any leftovers so I'm glad that we were able to at least finish one pizza without being too full. I don't frequent pizza places too often but so happy that we came across this place! Can't wait to return when we are in the area! read more

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Vegan pizza options! Incredibly busy when I visited, thanks to BTS fans. Luckily, I was able to try the Vegan Maple Mushroom Pizza and the Spicy Vegan Pesto Pizza. They were both delicious. The price was fair as it was enough to share with 2-4 people, depending on how hungry your group is. I liked the pistachio pesto because it added a bright, nutty, and garlicky base to the pie. I also really enjoyed the kick from the serrano chilis which paired nicely with the maple mushrooms. The staff were friendly & provided quick service. This is the perfect spot for any occasion whether it is casual or formal. Outdoor & indoor seating was available. Overall, highly recommend! read more

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My boyfriend and I came here about a week after the BTS concert after hearing them rave about the pizza. We made a reservation ahead of time since we knew it would be busy, and we're glad we did. The restaurant was packed when we arrived, so I'd definitely recommend making a reservation unless you're prepared for a long wait. We were seated right in front of the spot where BTS sat in the side room. We ordered the Calabrian Caesar salad, the burrata plate with prosciutto, and the sausage and honey pizza. We heard that BTS ordered the sausage and honey pizza multiple times, and after trying it, I can see why. Our pizza took 30 minutes to arrive so expect long wait times for food as well. This was my first time trying mascarpone cheese, and I loved how the sweetness of the mascarpone and honey balanced the savory sausage. The flavor combination was amazing. I personally prefer a crispier pizza, so the softer, floppier texture wasn't my favorite, but the flavors more than made up for it. Overall, this is a solid restaurant. Even before BTS visited, I'd heard it was one of the more popular pizza spots in the area. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Delicious spot, with a ton of pizza options and seasonal creativity. Apparently the boy band BTS loves it here? I couldn't name one of their songs if you offered me all the free pizza in the world. But I'll be back to this spot, next visit to the Bay Area. Also: try the creamy, life-renewing latte. read more

Vesta - Delicious seasonal Peach & Bacon Pizza! Try new stuff! - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

First time eating here and was pleased with the food but they are a little pricey...$27 for a small pizza. Service was great. Our server was really friendly and accommodating, she helped my cousin decide which pie to get. Although, she didn't like or enjoy her selection because the crust was to thin for her liking and she did not care for the taste of the mushrooms. I on the other hand enjoyed my pizza, the pepperoni was not real salty and the Brown Sugar Lemonade was refreshing. The restaurant is located on Broadway in Redwood City, spacious indoor. seating and outside eating is offered but I saw that some of the patrons were constantly fighting off the pigeons...yuk! They were pretty busy with lots of call in orders. If you like upscale pizza give them a try. Pizza is not my favorite choice of food but it was very tasty. read more

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I went to Vesta for the first time for a family reunion of 9 people. We met on a Sunday and had to wait for 1.5 hours before we were seated. Thankfully the weather was good and there were outdoor activities. The pizzas were amazing. We got the Margherita pizza which my son loved, I think he ate the whole pizza. We also got the mushroom onion but customized it with pesto sauce, a vegan cheese pizza and 2 more customized pizzas. I appreciate the customizations and thoughtfulness of the server! The review would be incomplete if I don't mention my favorite - the roasted cauliflower small plate which I would highly recommend because of the Serrano chilli and honey flavor - it was unique and amazing! So the 4 star review is because of the dessert - the Mexican chocolate bread pudding was disappointing. Overall - good service, great pizza, wouldn't recommend the bread pudding read more

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Wonderful staff, lovely ambiance, and delicious food! This has been on my list of places to checkout in the downtown area, and it did not disappoint. We were greeted by friendly staff and sat inside. I saw they had an outdoor patio for outdoor seating, indoor by the front, and also a back area for more private tables. Recommendations: Mushroom toast -- sounds so simple, but PACKED with flavor. It was absolutely delicious and a good shareable. Sausage & Honey Pizza -- one of the more popular pizza options, and I get why. It is sweet, a little spicy, generous amount of toppings, and SOO good. Can't wait to come back and try more of their pizzas! I also saw many tables ordering salads, so definitely will order that next time. read more

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Vesta has became quite popular recently - we came here on a Wednesday night around 8pm and was told that the wait for a table would be 1.5 hours - so we just got the pizzas to go and they were ready in a short amount of time. We tried the hot honey sausage pizza, truffle mushroom pizza, carbonara pizza, and the pineapple prosciutto pizzas. All were them were quite good, the dough was soft and chewy, and the toppings were delicious. read more

Vesta - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

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I took out a Beef pizza from here. Pizza was full of flavor. It was delicious. It was a weekday evening. Still the place was full. The whole neighborhood was lively. read more

Vesta - Beef Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

Went to my favorite pizza spot after the BTS World Tour "ARIRANG" live viewing in Busan with my chingus, most of whom are true ARMYs. We were so lucky to grab the last big table for our group of five! The place was packed with fellow ARMYs, and it honestly felt like the perfect way to keep the BTS excitement going. The staff are always so warm and friendly, and this time they shared some fun stories about BTS's visits. One time the members came in as a big group and ate at the restaurant. Other times, they called in takeout orders for 10 honey sausage pizzas, pepperoni pizzas, and lots of other items. The staff said they had a feeling it was BTS, and later got their confirmation when they saw the members enjoying the pizza on a livestream. Love the food, love the vibes, and love hearing all the BTS stories. I'll always be a Vesta fan! read more

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This place is located in downtown Redwood City. I came here for lunch and this place was very packed. I heard it was also where BTS came. Lots of people were taking pics inside while we were eating. The service was great and the interior was nice. The server was able to give us lots of recommendations. We got the beet salad, a burrata plate, a jalapeño sausage pizza, and a carbonara pizza. The sausage pizza was the best and it was something they are well known for. read more

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Why 5 stars? Because the sausage and honey pizza was STUPID. --- --- --- Stupid is a good thing, FYI. This was quite possibly the thinnest pizza I've ever had. It was absolutely the kind that you have to roll up to eat, otherwise it's just a flimsy mess. But as it turns out, this flimsy mess was absolute hot fire. To be honest, my only regret is that I didn't order two of them. They were thin and light enough that I absolutely could have housed a couple. And they were tasty enough that maybe I could have done three. My friend wasn't too hungry, but he wanted to try the meatballs, and I was a huge fan of those too. There was no sauce involved, but they were not dried out at all. There was some really unique flavor going on that I couldn't quite put my finger on, but we both loved these. I originally had a reservation here the following night, but had to change my plans and was bummed I was going to have to miss it. Then I ended up being able to visit a night earlier, unexpectedly, and I'm so glad it worked out. I will forever recommend this place to anyone I hear that's visiting Redwood City. read more

Vesta - Sausage & Honey Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

We came here because BTS ate here. The restaurant was packed when we arrived, so we ended up ordering takeout instead. We got 4 pizzas: the sausage and honey, classic margherita, mushrooms and onions, and the sausage and roasted garlic. We also ordered a couple of their small plates (pork meatballs with tomato sauce and the grilled pears with burrata). The best thing about this spot is that they cook their pizzas in a wood fired oven. The crust comes out with just the right amount of char and has that perfect mix of crispy and chewy. Everything we ordered was delicious. The toppings tasted fresh, and each pizza had its own distinct flavor. My favorite was the sausage and roasted garlic pizza. The roasted garlic added so much flavor, and honestly, I could probably eat 2 whole pies by myself. We'll be back for sure. read more

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Even prior to their newfound fame as BTS's favorite pizza in the Bay Area, Vesta has always had a reputation for their long lines outside of their downtown Redwood City location. Enticing drinks and small plates complement their wood-fire pizzas both classic and contemporary; take, for example, pairing the sweetness of a fresh brown sugar lemonade with the spicy kick from their ever-popular sausage and honey pizza. The outdoor patio in the back makes for a cozy and romantic atmosphere. read more

Vesta - Charred Cauliflower - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

First let's start with the good things: We really liked the ambiance of Vesta. We sat in the back patio and enjoyed a beautiful Saturday lunch in Redwood City. Our host and waiter were really nice and friendly. I also liked that you can tell the ingredients they use to make the pizza is fresh. We ordered the Sauvignon blanc, pork meatballs, grilled sourdough bread, margarita pizza and the sausage & honey pizza. The pork meatballs to me were the best part of the lunch. I liked how it was cooked. Very juicy and the tomato sauce was light. Though I would say tomato sauce was a touch too light. Otherwise I would give those meatballs a 8.2/10! The grilled sourdough bread was pretty good. Nicely toasted and perfect with a side of balsamic. The wine was also tasty! 9/10 to both of those. Let's get to the not so good things: If you like fresh ingredients and lean more towards the light seasoning side of eats, this may be the place for you. Unfortunately for us we felt the margarita pizza was lacking. The pizza didn't hold up well with the tomato sauce and cheese just slides off into the plate as you're picking it up. I'll fault that to the fat content of the cheese plus the olive oil. The outer crust was just crispy enough so that was okay. I think this pizza would benefit greatly from just a bit more salt. Sadly I'm going to have to give that a 5.1/10. The sausage & honey was decent. We felt the tomato sauce had a big step up in flavor compared to the margarita pizza but then it made me question if all this flavor is coming from the honey? Not sure but it was actually the one we ate the most of. 6.4/10. Both pizzas still just could not keep their toppings and cheese on. I'll probably come back but for the meatballs, sourdough bread and wine for a quick light snack in the future. read more

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Vesta is overhyped in my opinion. The neapolitan pizza base is authentic, yes, but there are better neapolitan pizza restaurants out there; namely Terun in Palo Alto, Doppio Zero in San Carlos and Pizza Bocca Lupo in San Jose. The topping selection at Vesta just doesn't do it for me. read more

Vesta - Margherita Pizza with prosciutto - Pizza Near Me - Redwood City, California

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