I love this pizza place. It's a cute small business with phenomenal food and great service. We love to sit outside with our young children. The service is super friendly and kind. The man running it even brought out chopped up small pineapple for our baby and a free ice cream for our toddler. My partner is one of the pickiest people about pizza, it can be very frustrating and even he loves this pizza. Nice thick dough and incredibly fresh. read more

Pretty good, thicker crust pizza. The menu item that stood out the most to me was the ravioli!!! Would order again 10/10! Kids loved the garlic bread sticks too read more

Really good pizza at a good price. Quick and kind service with a smile. Super convenient being located in the heart of Corralitos with the ability to deliver to the off the beaten path locations in the area. Haven't tried too many different toppings but those I have, have been consistently good. All in all a good pie. read more

Great yummy delicious pizza! Friendly and nice employees! Prices are reasonable and fair. Very accommodating and we will continue to order from this establishment read more

It's not quite what I expected. I thought they would be more of a seated pizza place but it's better as an order and pickup/delivery for locals. There are a couple of tables outside and one inside. We shared a calzone and it was good but maybe could have had a little more filling. I have no problem going back and getting it again. I wondered about the man and woman (daughter?) from the other posts. The woman was there and she wasn't exactly friendly but she was nice. She wiped down a table outside and put up an umbrella for us. She asked how the food was. It was a decent lunch. read more

I just went there a couple hours, and hands down one of the best pizza I've tasted here in Watsonville area. I was born in Santa Cruz California and back then they had a Big js pizza on Mission not sure if it's the same owners or not but it brought me back to when I was little . I would recommend this pizza to anyone best definitely one of the best pizza I've tasted in Watsonville so far..! read more

This was far the best pizza. The pizza dough was perfect, the large salad we ordered was perfect for two. Also the menu is varied. We had the "Pete's Special," which has chicken, spinach, garlic, artichokes, mushroom sand tomatoes. We also ordered 'Big J's Salad. Hmmmmmmmmmmmmm Good!!! read more

Big J's Pizza - The Pete's Special! - Pizza Near Me - Corralitos, California

Great mom and pop pizza place. Super nice family run place. Great pizza just know toppings go under the cheese not on top. The calazones are super good too. read more

Cantankerous is the perfect word to describe the fellow running it (Big J?) - not a smile to be found. ...But we didn't stop in for a welcoming experience, we stopped in hoping for good pizza and meatball subs, and that's what we got. The "flavorless crust" review was not true for us, it was everything you could ask for. read more

The most delicious pizza that I have had in a long time! I will be ordering again soon.

I am pretty picky with pizza. We have tried every pizza company in Watsonville. However, our go to place is Big J's. Even my toddler loves it! The owner is awesome and has even come to our home to make personal deliveries. All the drivers are awesome and the food is delicious! I love the pepperoni pizza, the Greek salad is a must and their calzones. The calzones are huge and can feed multiple ppl. Go visit this location. read more

The service is okay but the calzones are the main reason to come check this place out. If you require the service of a fancy place, do not come here. But if what you want is a belly full of delicioius italian food, this is your place! read more

About as best as it gets if you want authentic fresh made pizza. Their pizza is Chicago style, no quite deep dish but the toppings tend to be under the cheese. The pizza is great tasting and all of the toppings are quality and fresh. Best pizza around town. read more

Stopped by this small pizza place on our way to the coast. Pizza was made fast and fresh. The dough was wonderful. Definitely a good place for a quick lunch read more

Loved the Meal, the crust is so thick and fluffy and all the ingredients tasted so fresh. My Kids had a little pizza and loved it especially the sauce it has a unique flavor. Me and my husband shared a calzone which was so delicious and buttery. It was a nice day out so we enjoyed what outdoor seating they had. Would recommend for locals and people passing through, I read some comments about the attitude of the people working but the owner Pete gave my kids a bread and was very nice. As was the cashier serving us with a kind attitude. I believe the driver even held open the door for us so service was a good 10/10 read more

This is my 2nd review of Big J's. I have lived in the Corralitos area for 6 years. We lived here a few years before that and that is how we found this place. We can't complain about the pizza other than to say it could use more sauce which we always ask for. As far as the owner? Well everyone in the neighborhood knows he is a cantankerous old buzzkill. But what has really bothered us over the years is his refusal to deliver calzones. He will deliver a medium pizza but not calzones. Even if you order 5 he will not deliver them. So this past weekend, my wife had been craving a calzone so we called in an order to go pick up. Only to be told that they are out of calzones. Wait!, aren't calzones made from the same ingredients you make a pizza out of? Yes they are. So after we stared at each other in amazement and cursed the owner for the thousandth time for being such a hard head, we looked on Yelp for an alternative. We found Mangiamo Pizza and Wine Bar in the Deluxe Foods complex on Rio Del Mar and the calzones can have up to 5 ingredients (compared to 3 at BJs) and THEY DELIVER to Freedom and Corralitos Bl. So bye bye you cranky old flibertyfluke (keeping it clean). You have finally abused us for the last time and we will no longer patronize your establishment. You are still the only game in town for people up by the market, but if you are down Freedom, they deliver! read more

Pizza was okay, the owner in the other hand was very rude. I called to order a pizza and asked him if they have specials on Wednesday..His response was have you order here before with a attitude, I've only been there two other times, when I got there he was gone, the lady there said he gets tired of people asking that question!!! read more

One of the world's greatest kept secrets, Big J's is the best pizza for 100's of miles! Pete the owner can make a delicious pizza himself, and the other chef(s) are no joke, and finally Kendra and the rest of the crew are just plain cooool. The quality, price, and delivery makes Big J's a favorite of mine. read more

The pizza is so good, and I love how it smells when it's fresh. I am obsessed with their pepperoni pizza because they put the pepperoni under the cheese. I enjoy the crust compared to other pizza places with thin crust. I would definitely recommend stopping by and trying it. This is the only pizza that I crave. The employees are always helpful and nice. read more

Long time resident of the area but first time customer. Based on a recommendation, we all had calzones and weren't disappointed. For those looking for a 5 star experience, don't waist your time. For those looking for a good meal at a convenient location give them a shot. I don't know why we haven't been there sooner but will definitely be back. read more

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Came here for luch and the lady was very very rude... had long face... didnt use gloves thru the dishes and pans... no hi no thank you ..... would definitely not come back here... the owener needs to review the tapes and fire her... or if she the owner then just sell the place if ur that miserable to wk here read more

Small but cute place. We had some bread sticks and pizza. Bread sticks were awesome; fresh, soft and tasty. The folks here was quite courteous. We had a toddler with us and they had some fun playing with him, while we were eating. As it was a rainy Saturday night, we had the whole place for ourselves and felt very different from the buzz we get from other places in cities. read more

Quality Pizza and nice friendly people. Great crust and flavor. Best pizza in town. Period.

I love this place!!!! The calzones here are incredible!! The best I have ever had and we drive 2 hours round trip to get one. The lady who is usually working the counter is friendly but quiet and always helpful. The older man is not as friendly but will warm up to you once you talk to him. I love the freshness of the dough and toppings. They seem to never be "out" of ingredients as most places are and they are so consistent. The ONLY reason for 4 stars is they don't serve beer which just goes great with a calzone or pizza. I will continue to come back as long as you guys are here!!!! read more

Lucky to have them as my Local Pizza company! They have a great pizza selection and I even like to stop and grab a slice for lunch!

Really! This local gem needs to be supported. The guys at work rant & rave about how good it is everytime I pick it up for them. Always good. The owners are awesome. I hear the calzones are awesome...definitely have to try that one soon. read more

Great pizza and Greek salad. Family and teens love the calzone. Appreciate the deliveries over the years!

Big J. I am a fan. I LOVE pizza. I think it might be the best food of all time and if I had to choose one food to eat everyday for the rest of my life pizza would be it. My boyfriend and I got Big J's last week because we were too lazy to drive into town for Round Table and we will be back. We got one of their vegetarian pizzas and were pleasantly surprised plus it is super convenient if you live in Corralitos. This is deep dish style pizza so the crust is super thick and I think some of the toppings go under the cheese. I like to drizzle honey on the crust end as a special treat ( a tip I picked up while eating at a pizza place in San Francisco). This place is mainly for take out and the only tables are outside. To summarize Pizza is good, convenient and local...definitely a business with a soul. read more

This place is like a short getaway. Calzones in the mountains. Take a short drive, sit in the patio and kick your feet up to enjoy the mountain scenery while you wait. I think it's "J himself" cooking these top notch calzones in his small pizza workstation. He's a rather cranky old man, whipping up some delicious tasting food. The calzone crust is perfectly browned and buttery outside and soft and steamy inside. It's a perfect calzone, every time. My only gripe is that one time he flat out refused to give my Mom extra sauce to dip her extra crust. Mean ol' man!! Lol.... heaven forbid anyone ask for something special there. Hmmpf!! read more

This was amazing and I had fun with the pin machine and it was very fun also the pizza was out of this world

Food is OK, but the owner won't deliver $50.00 worth of food just because a medium pizza or larger wasn't ordered. I don't get the logic in that. read more

Definitely my go to pizza! Love their Marinara sauce. I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone who hasn't tried it before read more

Went to this place after visiting some family friends in corralitos. Never heard of the place and friends said it was ok so we picked up a pizza to take home to the the kids. Wow big disappointment. The pizza tasted very undercooked and we just got simple pepperoni. The flavor was ok. It didn't have enough sauce for my preference. One of my kids and me felt sick the day after eating this pizza...upset stomach is no bueno. Place has good reviews might have just caught them on a off day but might try again some other time that my husband and I go visit our family friends or are in the area. We go to watsonville quite regularly but this pizza place seems to put of our way to go to soon but we'll try again some day read more

They overdo the toppings which I love. But it was too much bread for me ( a very thick crust)

First time here and I liked it plenty. I'm selective about pizza, let's just say it's not my favorite. I don't go out of my way ever to order it, but wanted to try these guys since they are conveniently located close to where I live. They boast a Chicago style pizza, I lived in Chicago and this is the closest to a thicker crust Chicago style I have come to around theses parts, the toppings are pretty plentiful and of good quality. As far as the cantankerous old man behind the counter that another reviewer had written about, well I think he may have passed on the torch to possibly his daughter who was very cranky. On the other hand, Pete was down-right happy. I'll be back. read more

i love this place! right down the street from me, always super nice when i come in, and CONSISTENTLY GREAT pizza! would always recommend to anyone! read more

I was at Big J's today and had a combination.It was amazing, Fresh, Hot, and super yummy. I will definitely be back. read more

Terrible experience! The owner is very rude. He was upset because we wanted to order more after running our card. He seemed annoyed and bothered that we were even there. Won't ever come back to this place not recommend it! read more

Big J's I'm a fan. I like the pizza. I will say that it is not your typical pizza . It's not a thin crust New York style at all. It's not really Chicago style either, just a thicker crust pizza. I can see why there are some negative review because it's not for everybody, but I like it! My favorite is either sausage or mushroom. Not really a fan of their pepperoni, again not your typical pepperoni. The only other complaint I have is sometimes you get a very monotone, unfriendly lady that seems like your bothering her when you are ordering and picking it up, but there is also a very friendly girl that makes the whole experience very pleasant, so there service is kinda hit or miss. read more