What I ordered * Corn Pizza * Spinach pesto pizza * Mushroom pizza * House-made meatballs * Zucotto cake I'd never heard of cornmeal pizza before and couldn't imagine how it would taste, but it turned out to be amazing! The crust is very unique. I definitely recommend trying their Corn Pizza! The house-made meatball is good, but honestly, I would rather spend my calories on more pizza. Zelo 328 E Foothill Blvd, Arcadia, CA 91006 Street parking read more

Zelo Gourmet Pizza offers a different kind of taste with their cornmeal crust than your ordinary pizza. I absolutely love a good cornmeal crust pizza, and Zelo hits the spot! If you've never tried a cornmeal crust pizza, you should definitely come in and see if it's your thing. Located on Foothill just off of Santa Anita in Arcadia, Zelo is low-key and comfortable without being too casual. The atmosphere is relaxed, and the food is delicious. We tried their side order of meatballs as an appetizer. I'm a meatball connoisseur, and these meatballs were perfect. I bet they'd be fantastic in a sandwich. We shared a pizza: half four cheese, and half the night special of andouille sausage. Absolutely succulent. Three cheers to our friendly server, Jeremiah. He's a really nice guy and a great server! The artwork on the walls is eclectic and interesting. Be sure to spot the picture of Mr. hand busting Spicolli for bringing pizza to class! Also be sure to spot the tower of Dodgers bobbleheads. They serve beer and wine, and I tried the Poppy Fields draft. For lovers of a darker beer, you'll enjoy it. All at all, Zelo is a low-key and fun place to come for a gourmet cornmeal crust pizza. read more

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I have had nothing but praise for Zelo's over the years. But today something happened that was disappointing.Last year, our family ordered several of the half baked crusts. They were very good. So this year, my family wanted to do the same thing. So around 1 PM today. I called to put in my order to pick up later in the evening. Whoever helped me, convinced me to call later. Reasoning they could make them quickly. I didn't need to call ahead. So I decided to take him up on his advice, and call later in the evening around 7 PM. When I called at 7 PM, the same person, perhaps, or someone different, I couldn't tell, answered the phone. So after trying to order the half baked crust again, I was now told that they couldn't do that. He said that his boss doesn't want to do that anymore. Even though on their website, there is clearly an option to purchase the half baked crust, suddenly that is no longer an option. It takes a lot from me to write a negative review, especially regarding customer service, which I sympathize their responsibilities greatly. I can understand why they may not want to sell these items anymore. But it was so sudden, this decision. Believe me, I am mature enough to understand the reasoning, But this sudden change in their policy without notice is intellectually dishonest. Zelo's has updates constantly on their Instagram page. But they could not communicate basic policy change clearly and effectively, to their detriment. read more

Best pizza ever. Where else can you find cornmeal crust pizza?! Foodies, do tell. Love it. Love it. Love it. Apparently - or at least a few years ago - you could get this cornmeal crust pizza shipped across the US because, really, I do not know where else you can find it. And once you've had cornmeal crust pizza with corn kernels, caramelized onion, melted cheese and balsamic and a fine red and an exquisite yet casual salad ... well, you're not the same. I actually have tried to make this pizza on my own to no avail. It's a long-standing foodie love affair that stands on innovation. And why can't we get this innovative pizza all around the country and especially on the East Coast?! read more

Zelo is in a league of its own. From the first bite, you can taste the care, quality, and creativity that go into every single pie. The crust -- that signature cornmeal crust -- is absolute perfection: golden, crisp on the edges, soft inside, and completely addicting. The flavors are balanced, fresh, and made with ingredients that clearly aren't an afterthought. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the staff is just as exceptional as the food -- friendly, attentive, and genuinely proud of what they serve. It's the kind of place that instantly feels like your favorite neighborhood spot, but the food is so good it's worth driving across town for. If you're a true pizza lover, Zelo isn't just a must-try -- it's a must-return. Every visit somehow manages to be better than the last. read more

Tasty Pricey !!! The taste of the pizza is "above" average, but the PRICE is not average. . We ordered 3 slices that totaled $22.50, plus 2 cans of regular soda for $6.50. And, they are not large Costco Slices, just a regular size slice. On Zelo's it suggests 1-2 slices per person. I would go back if their prices were more reasonable. read more

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What is pleasant surprise - small hole in the wall place you have to try. Who would've known that cornmeal crusted pizza could taste so good!?! read more

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Cornmeal crust pizza brought to the San Gabriel Valley from San Francisco! This pizza is deep dish style, and the cornmeal flavor and texture is something unique that sets it apart from other pizza joints. It's a bit crispy, crunchy, and meal-y. Served by the slice, half, or whole pizza- our party felt like two slices were very filling. They have some slices that catered to our vegetarian and vegan friends, namely the spinach pesto pizza and the Della salute, which is Zelo's veggie pizza without cheese. We have a mixed-preference friend group and these offerings helped us select this location for our dinner meetup. Fresh ingredients all around for the sausage pizza, as well, really substantial marinated peppers, eggplant, onions, and mushrooms decorated each slice. Everything slapped, We also ate appetizer meatballs and garlic bread, and those were no slouch either. Next time we need to be sure to make room for dessert. Lovely space, with a cool mix of Americana/music/pop culture memorabilia all over the walls. Such a friendly and inviting staff, who were responsive to our (many) questions. I also dug the eclectic music mix played for ambiance. I heard songs that caught my ears a few times, and had to use a music ID app. read more

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Zelo was recommended to us as we were trying to get away from our normal routine and so happy we did, we will be back soon! After seeing one of the first review include each of our favorite things (beet salad and pepperoni pizza), we thought our order was set. Once we arrived, we changed the pizza to a corn sausage 1/2 pizza which was amazing! The crust was unique and loaded with sausage. The salad was loaded with beets, yum! The service friendly and the place was popping with orders to go. read more

I love this place! The cornmeal crust gives it that extra little texture and I especially enjoy the fact that you can order by the slice and pick and choose what flavors you want to either eat in store or take home and reheat. It takes about 15 minutes to reheat at home, but the flavor is still awesome!! read more

Ive been coming here for a couple of years now: I have never been disappointed. I abhor beets, frankly I feel like they taste like dirt. That being said, the beet salad is divine. Literally one of the most delicious salads I've had. The corn bread crust, is so savory perfectly cooked, and just amazing. I feel crust is 80% of the delight of any pizza. This crust crushes it. Best damn crust and flavor, and accounts for most of the delicious experience. The quality ingredients that make up the rest of the pizza is top quality, making this one of Los Angeles best pizza. I didn't think this quality food was available at such reasonable prices. Just amazing. read more

The cornmeal crust is out of this world! Definitely a new favorite pizza takeout option in our household. Can't wait to try more of their pizza options! read more

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A local gem in the heart of Arcadia. It was highly recommended by a friend and it did not disappoint. Their pizzas are unique and delicious. The thickness of the pizza crust tasted like it was between thin crust and regular crust. We got their famous corn with caramelized onion pizza (very good!) and their 1/2 pepperoni & 1/2 sausage pizza (it was just ok). The corn pizza wins hands down! We will come back again. read more

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we've been coming here for a long time. The food is consistently great. It's a bit of a dive kind of place, but that's part of its charm along with all the punk/new wave posters and album covers read more

Great service. Unique and delicious pizza. I'm looking forward to trying all of the other pizzas! read more

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My mom lives up the street, I've driven by so many times but never tried it. My mom always raves about it and tonight we got it for take out. ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! The corn crust is amazing, we added sausage on top, got the beat salad and 2 pastas and meatballs. Tastes very authentic, simple is best they don't over do anything and the food speaks for itself! Cute little spot! I noticed they are dog friendly as well for the outdoor area so I will definitely be bringing my two pups back to eat! read more

We've been going to Zelo's for years. And every time we go, we are glad we did. Great food and great staff! read more

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First time here..stopped in for lunch. Had been circling this pizza shop for months. Heard about a corn meal / flour crust. So tried the highly recommended corn pizza. Just a slice. Preeeeety good. Ya. Slightly sweet. Impressive cheesiness. Love the crunchy crust. Will need to return and try the other options. Spinach, sausage, veggie & on. Staff was friendly all smiles. Will also say they had my favorite sparkling drink. Sanpelligrino aranciata rossa. So a def must try if you are in the area read more

The pizza here is one of a kind! The cornbread crust is something special, and we keep coming back for it. They're known for their corn pizza, which is savory, sweet, and delicious. The staff are cordial and efficient, so while you may wait a while for a freshly cooked pie (the cornbread crust takes longer to cook than a regular flour crust), they get it out to you as quick as possible--and either way, it's totally worth it. The location is casual and homey, making it a great neighborhood pizza joint. Try it out if you're looking for something different and delicious. read more

Beware first timers, the pizza isn't your typical pizza crust. They are cornmeal based so it's hard and crunchy. I think you either love it or hate it. Personally I think it's pretty good but it can be pretty heavy. The beet salad is pretty good too. The beet is nice and tender, pairs together nicely with the leaf, nuts, and blue cheese. Half is definitely big enough size to share if you're eating with pizza. The highlight of the meal is definitely the zucotto cake. It's really smooth and the cake part is really moist. It's pretty pricey though, $10 for a slice. But it is a big slice soooo. The staff is nice and friendly. This place have a few seats outside so you can enjoy the breeze under umbrella, or sit inside with ac and watch outside thru the window. Old school vibe. Tip is to definitely call ahead for the pizza. You can expect to wait 20+ minutes. We were eating the salad so slow and still managed to almost finish it before the pizza came. read more

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I wouldn't say I'm a regular, but I've been going to zelos 5-6 times per year for the last 7 years. We live in downtown LA, so it's a bit of trek, but a fun destination. The last trip was kind of disaster. We always go for the half pizza which would more than feed us. But this time the "half" was about 40%. We both looked at each other puzzled when the food arrived. This on its own is no big deal, But the pizza also went from something semi resembling deep dish to more of a thin crust. Shrinkflation? I totally respect prices going up, we will happily pay, But when your go-to meal significantly shrinks??? It's kind of annoying. In fact this was the first time we both left still hungry. This alone wouldn't be a huge deal, but there was also a plump cockroach skittering across the floor which definitely became the deal breaker of the night. I wish it would have been on the other side of the joint, because I'm pretty good at looking the other way on a critter, but my lady definitely made an experience out of our new prehistoric friend... All the way up until someone ran up and squished it giving a nice juicy crunch sound to the end of our meal. Yeah... it's a shame. I hate leaving a bad review on a place I've always loved, but a restaurant owner friend of mine told me that often times the owner doesn't even know that a place is changing, and it's good to leave a review so they have a chance to make some needed changes. Semi hard pass on zelos for the time being. read more

Upon arriving, staff was very friendly. We were able to sit anywhere we wanted. The ambiance wasn't too loud so that was nice. We ordered a ceasar salad and a half sausage pizza. The ceasar salad was not a traditional ceasar salad. The dressing was more of a lemon vinaigrette and the croutons used were REALLY SMALL. The vinaigrette was tasty but it just was not what we expected. The pizza, the dough was very hard. Usually deep dish pizza is crispy on the outside and still fluffy at the same time. This dough was just hard and way over cooked. The sauce and toppings were tasty. Our server knew we were in between the pesto so she was kind enough to add a slice of the pesto there for us. Overall, restaurant was clean and the staff was friendly. read more

Zelo Gourmet Pizza - Sausage Half Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Arcadia, California

Great neighborhood pizza spot! Their corn meal crust brings something unique to the area. They have a rotating special flavors on a cute little chalk board stand. You can order by the slice, half, or whole. We are a party of 2 and avg about 2-3 slices per person depending on how hungry you are. I wish it was a saucier pizza but that's personal preference. Service is pretty chill cause there's never too much of a crowd here. Parking on the street or there's a lot in the side back-ish. read more

Zelo Gourmet Pizza - Sausage Half Pizza and Toscano Half Pizza with added garlic - Pizza Near Me - Arcadia, California

Had it again recently and I wish the cornbread crust was more flavorful, if you don't get the extra sauce the pizza isn't as good as a classic dominos, and with the sauce I'd say it's about even but at 3x the price. Taste 6/10 Value 6/10 read more

One of my go-to pizza spots! The cornmeal crust tastes great and I love how it's firm so none of the toppings fall off. My best suggestion is call and ask what the specials are!! They have some amazing specials like salami/blue cheese. My husband and I love the pepperoni with added roasted garlic and the spinach pesto. What's awesome is you can order by the slice, half, or full pizza. Something else to keep in mind is they have amazing food besides the pizza I LOVE the vegetarian lasagna and the meatball sandwichhhh!! read more

Zelo Gourmet Pizza - House Made Meatballs Sandwich - Pizza Near Me - Arcadia, California

Really good flavors, and the cornmeal crust gives an unusual and excellent texture. I love their basic pepperoni pizza and also the beet salad read more

Great pizza and pasta and salads. The people are very friendly professional, and the environment is very cozy. We've been going there for years and will continue. read more

Mmmmm. . Omfg . Let's talk pizza. This is the place for the pizza I like to make. Come here for the win. I got he half sausage with the corn crust today. Just say yes to everything on the menu. Get the Zucotto for the Win. Mmmmmmm read more

Zelo Gourmet Pizza - Reviews - Pizza Near Me - Arcadia, California

While expressing our disappointment that you couldn't custom order a pizza, the employees got frustrated and started talking about us the customers in the kitchen and we could hear them. Call us mother f***ers from our table.... And that's after he said "f***" when we said we'd just have beer and walked away.Not at all impressed. read more

Shockingly Hostile and Unprofessional Service This was, without a doubt, the most unprofessional and hostile service I have ever experienced. We came in hoping for a simple meal and a beer. When we looked at the menu, we had a simple question about the cheese on a pizza. We asked our waitress what fontina cheese was like, and her only response was, "It's cheese." She refused to describe it further. We then politely asked if it would be possible to leave it off. This seemed to be a major issue, and she had to get the kitchen involved. A man came from the kitchen, not to help, but to try and convince us to eat a pizza we didn't want. When we decided to simply finish our beers and leave rather than cause more trouble, he responded with "F--- okay" and stormed back to the kitchen. We were then shocked to clearly overhear him and other staff loudly complaining about us, calling us "motherf---ers" for simply not ordering a pizza. The issue isn't an inflexible menu; the issue is the staff's appalling attitude and outright aggression. We left feeling completely disrespected. Avoid this establishment. As far ambiance there is none. read more

I come in town once a month for a week to work, I love going to Zelo's for Pizza. They have a great beet salad and we always get the sausage pizza. It's unusual it has cornmeal crust. Very unusual that I eat pizza with cornmeal crust, but it's delicious ! read more

High prices but overall good flavor from Zelo. We ordered 3 things to go: the corn pizza, spaghetti with the works, and beet salad. I would order the first two items again but will definitely pass on the beet salad. The lettuce leaves were too huge. A knife could have passed through each piece at least 3 more times. The spaghetti sauce on the other hand was so good and I would order this again and again. The ground sausage had a ton of fennel and the fresh basil was so good. My husband thought that the portion of pasta was too little, but I think that it was just too much sauce. In fact there was so much, I boiled some more pasta and was able stretch it into an extra meal. The corn pizza is definitely unique but I don't know if it's for everyone. Firstly it was $33, which is probably the most I've ever spent on a pizza. Secondly it is very sweet from the corn and the roasted red onions. I think it might benefit from sort of saltiness/savoriness from pancetta or even some good old bacon. Overall this place is solid and hopefully we will come back and dine in next time. read more

Zelo is a small pizza establishment located off the beaten path in Arcadia. They have a small parking lot off foothill for customers as well as indoor/outdoor seating. They have close to 20 tables at this restaurant and have a fair amount of take out business. The manager / server / chef was incredibly friendly and made it feel like a small family owned business that catered to locals. Don't be fooled by the humble looks of this place-- it has been reviewed and recognized by various outlets around LA including Jonathan Gold himself. My first time here was on a Friday evening around 630. The restaurant was pretty busy with both in person dining and take out so our food took about 20+ min to make. We ordered Caesar salad (has anchovies), pancetta pizza (special) and pepperoni pizza. I would not recommend the Caesar but who comes to a pizza joint for salad anyways? I would however recommend the pizza. The pizzas are pretty filling-- I'd imagine a person would only eat 2-3 slices in a sitting since the corn meal crust is very filling. They've got a wide variety of pizza options for all types of taste palates including vegetarian and pesto pizzas. I look forward to trying more items on the menu in the future. read more

Zelo Gourmet Pizza - Pancetta pizza (special) - Pizza Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Their cornmeal crust pizza is certainly unique and one of a kind! Been coming here for years, especially after a post all day hike at Mt. Wilson-definitely come here because one deserves pizza after all that exertion! What a great idea to have pizza specials so we always try that each time we come and always blown away at how tasty they all are. This special was the Toscan Salami pizza with three cheeses-crunchy, gooey, salty-heaven! The half pie (3 slices) is always enough for two along with a full size salad. The salad is usually the beet salad but maybe next time I would try their salad specials too. Other reviews have mentioned their dessert, Zuccotto, so decided to get a slice to celebrate! It was a huge slice wrapped around with lady fingers and filled with a chocolate mousse like filling. It was not that sweet and homemade. Was told that the chef makes it a little different each time. A sweet and enjoyable way to end a meal. Waitstaff are all friendly and awesome people who care about their customers and the high quality food they serve. Indoor and outdoor seating available and love the music they play which sets a certain ambiance. Hike or no hike, Zelo's is always a place I return to! Thank you! read more

Zelo Gourmet Pizza - Zucotto-one slice - Pizza Near Me - Arcadia, California

The pizza is amazing! It was the most delicious pizza I think I've ever had. Homemade and w a cornbread crust. If you've never tried cornbread crust you are missing out. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend this place!!! read more

Zelo's is a satiating dining experience in many ways. Like a well established European bistro, they specialize in a series of pizzas that have been perfected over the years, and their salads and lasagna are no slouch either. The food is exquisitely produced, with care. No sloppy plating by harried line chefs. I return my highest, "Like really good home cooking" verdict. Ingredients are strong and honest. The beet salad is perfectly crafted with a not-too funky blue cheese, plenty of deliciously-dressed greens and feels like a Thanksgiving-quality presentation. Don't skip it! We got the slices of spinach pesto and the grilled vegetables pizza. Both were outstanding simply because the cornmeal crust was crunchy & well-seasoned. We also ordered the home style vegetable lasagna and by golly, it's the kind of stuff you want to produce at home but it's so nice to have someone else do it! Prices are reasonable for the quality! This is innovative yet homey plating. That's the test of well-honed specialized craft....it feels old, traditional, and yet is surprising in the mouth. It made me genuinely happy. I can't wow their chocolate dessert enough. One of the group got an extra plate boxed up for the next day. It is not sickly sweet. A sophisticated chocolate mousse encased in gorgeous biscuit. Out door seating is roadside but the mountain views are to be appreciated. I feel sad this place isn't situated on an Italian plaza with people watching, but in terms of menu, ingredients, and salad combinations there's nothing in Italy (with their restricted and tradition-bound palate) that could top this. It has a friendly small-town feel without being conservative. Here the authentic warmth of waitstaff is a refreshing change from the commonplace, faux-familiarity of harried waiters. When a hyperactive child came in with a single mother, the lengths the staff went to, to keep him amused and give the exhausted lady a break was commendable. You don't see this humanity, sensitivity, and care--across the spectrum of the modern U.S. social scene--so big props to the waitstaff. The Jonathan Gold review of this place (LA Times reviewer of note whose article is framed and wall-hung inside) is well worth reading. I noticed the art show poster featuring Basquiat he mentioned. An ecclectic spot I would return to anytime. The best Italian food I've had in Los Angeles. read more

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The corn crust on the pizza is very unique. There is a great selection of rare pizza flavors, making this a better night out pizza option than your typical delivery. The beet salad was really good if you like beets. It's just a heavy type of pizza with strong flavors so you don't need much. The inside of the restaurant is kind of plain, the quality of the food doesn't fit the old dive bar pizza kind of interior. So not the best for dining in even though you get a hole in the wall vibe. read more

Zelo's has great food. Although I am a vegan and they have few items on the menu that I can eat, they do have a vegan pizza that is very good and their salads are amazing. read more

The pizza is OMG so good! They have a crust that is so different. Crunchy and delicious. Only reason for the 4 stars is that I found my go to pizza flavor I fell in love with but they don't always have it. Also, I like a nice glass of wine with my pizza but their glasses are like little tiny rocked glasses, even for the water. Like 2 sips worth. Been there 4 times and each time the pizza is delicious. Not sure why...But each time, Im like the only customer! Give it a try..I swear you'll love the crust...Its what makes this pizza~ read more

They have so many different kinds of pizzas to choose from! Right when we got in we chose to dine in so they were able to seat us immediately with no wait. We ordered the spicy sausage pizza and the corn pizza, spaghetti with meatballs. Both the pizzas were really great! The spaghetti sauce seemed a bit watered down but still overall really good. The ambiance of the place is like a typical American pizza parlor. read more

Zelo Gourmet Pizza - Corn Pizza Slice - Pizza Near Me - Arcadia, California

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