Dough mamma was a solid pizza spot with a great location just steps from the ocean. The view and atmosphere definitely added to the experience. The pizza was good, but nothing that really stood out compared to some of the other places we tried. It was a solid, classic pepperoni pizza, just not especially memorable. I'd still come back if I was in the area because the location is hard to beat. read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - pepperoni pizza - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

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Not getting the hype of this place. It's $12 for two slices and a soda. Not terrible for La Jolla. The slices themselves were a little on the smaller side. The buffalo chicken, hot honey pepperoni, and spinach slices were all just kind of okay. Not crispy, not even hot. Almost like they barley heated it up. Probably wouldn't go back. Everything was pretty underwhelming. Updating my review because - as per their response - they sell pizza room temperature on purpose to fit most customers pizza style preference. I prefer hot fresh pizza that's crispy. read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Not even warm - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

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I would recommend coming here on an empty stomach, they give you a lot of food. I ordered the wings and the pizza, the pizza was so big and it was good. I wasn't really a fan of the wings. The lemon pepper wings were sweeter than expected, and I believe it was the honey jerk wings, which had more of a cinnamon taste to it. The customer service here was good and although it was a rainy day, it was nice and clean on the inside and comfortable. read more

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Came for their Hot Honey Pepperoni and it didn't dissapoint! The ricotta cheese and hot honey balance each other and I like how their pizza is thin. Great spot to carb up or gran something quick! read more

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STEPH JUDGEMENT: Cute pizza shop with friendly service. I decided to stop in for a slice after a kayaking adventure nearby. After perusing their extensive choices I decided on a slice of the Magic Mushroom Pizza. When it was ready I opted eat it in their front patio area (there was plenty of seating inside as well). The pizza was good and their staff was friendly. A great pizza joint in the area. read more

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Not worth the hype or high sodium. TikTok brought me here for the wings. First off the poor cashier doesn't know the menu. She should learn about all the food that is served at the restaurant not have to ask. Young girl maybe first job I get it but give the girl a free lunch so she can try it lol. The wings were served hot and fresh talk about a raw tongue too much seasoning. My daughter and I had to wipe it off with napkins. The pizza was good too much grease. Had to also wipe it down. The hot honey advertised on the pizza has no taste. Had to ask for a side of it. Small but plenty of seating has restrooms for customers inside. If you're in the need for quick carbs sure go for it Why not but if you're driving from far for the hype don't think it's worth it. read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Puddles of oil on the pizza - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

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In the area kayaking and decided to grab some lunch. Staff was nice and friendly. They have pizza by the slice, cookies, wings beers etc. all you would need after day on the beach. It's a cute shop and worth a try. read more

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Quick service on a Sunday afternoon and the staff was really welcoming! The slices were warmed up and tasted great. I also got the garlic knots which were fine, nothing outstanding. There's a lot of indoor seating and also outdoor depending on what you're looking for. It's also close to the beach so a great place to stop for lunch! read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Margherita and Cheese Slice - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

Don't believe everything online, folks. I found a cute little reel online that hyped this place up. Great location for a pizza spot, especially if you're looking for a low key, low cost spot on the beach. Going during the weekday is more ideal if you want to avoid the crowds. Honestly? This pizza was quite oily and tasted like air. With a thin crust and hot honey, on would assume there's a good amount of flavor. Negatory. Nothing like Tony's Napoleotina up in SF... (not that the ever claimed to be), but still, nothing special other than convenience. The lemon pepper wings also were drenched in oil and tasted salty. No real essence to flavor. We only ate the full amount because we paid for it. Disappointing. read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Hot honey Pesto Pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

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My husband and I had the spicy Hawaiian and the meat lovers pizza. They were okay, not bad but not good enough for almost $5 a slice. They weren't hot at all just warm pizza. The staff were pretty chill, the lady who took our order was nice. The ambiance was chill as well, a casual place to get a bite. read more

Great place to stop in for a slice after the beach. Quick casual service and a relaxed vibe. Nice New York style slices too. read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

This place is great. Easy to order and quick to receive. The pizza was perfect! Cool place to grab a quick bite. read more

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The pizza here totally hit the spot! We took it to the beach and it was perfect , New York-style, flavorful, and we loved adding ricotta. The salad wasn't our fave (a bit too much arugula), but that pizza? So good. Even the ranch was great. Simple, satisfying, and exactly what we needed for a beach night. read more

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Waiting right now. Took my order and I tipped 20%. Told me 20 min. It's been an hour and they said "sorry bud". Missed time at the beach. I could have ordered it and come back but been standing here for an hour...not even a drink or dessert offered. read more

Plenty of choices for the pizza-by-the-slice! I got the hot honey pepperoni and it was pretty good. The pizza was thrown into the oven to be reheated before being served and they came out slight crispy but still a little doughy because they're kinda thick for a NY slice. The taste is still good though. I really enjoyed the slight kick of the hot honey and it paired well with the dollops of ricotta. They also have beers on tap, wings (half off on Wednesdays) and garlic knots. read more

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I got the spicy Hawaiian, my friend got the pepperoni and I also got garlic knots for my daughter. I loved that the marinara was included for the knots, our total was $10 for the two items which I was really shocked by especially since we're so close to the beach. I love the little tables they had outside for seating too, that was a nice touch on a very sunny day. read more

Wow. These pizzas are HUGE. One pizza would serve 3 easily and maybe even 4. We got the burrata margarita and it was delicious. The burrata fresh and delicious. Omg so good. The crust perfectly cooked and crispy. The kick ass meatball one was delicious also. The ricotta cheese and meatballs paired perfectly together. The peppers a little heat but nothing crazy. The service was great. Got a beer and a cider and both delicious. I'd come back for sure. Plenty of leftovers for the next couple meals!!!! Lots of indoor seating space read more

Coming here at 8pm on a Saturday night can be understandably busy but we waited in line for 20 min and when I got to the front I nicely asked if I can have a certain slice of the pizza that was just brought out and the staff purposely gave me the one slice that had been sitting out since I arrived. I don't think it's that hard to give the slice the customer asks for since it's a pick your own slice pizza. Made me feel unwelcomed and like I wouldn't come back here again. read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

I'd say their pizza was mid the last time I went. Also got a sandwich that was slopped together and a Stromboli. I wouldn't get their pesto sandwich again or the meat lover and pepperoni pizza. The first time we went we had gotten a Margherita pizza and that was tasty. Service is fine and the food was ready pretty quickly. For some quick pizza by the beach it's not bad. read more

Got the lemon pepper wings, the spicy Hawaiian, and the loaded combo pizza and wow, everything was amazing! The pizzas had a perfect thin crust with a great sauce to cheese ratio. They weren't greasy at all, and the toppings were super balanced and complemented each other really well. Seriously so delicious. The place had a really nice vibe with bar stool seating as well as tables, and the staff were super friendly and helpful. The lemon pepper wings were also so good. Honestly, the food was so tasty I got excited & completely forgot to take a picture. Overall such a great spot and didn't make me feel guilty about indulging! read more

I have had pizza here before and it was good. However, last night I had gotten a salad in a to-go cardboard box. When I started to eat it, I discovered a full bent paper clip inside the salad... read more

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We stayed at a hotel in La Jolla earlier this month and took out from Dough Momma Pizzeria for a lazy dinner by the beach. We chose it out of convenience, and the pizza was much better than necessary for our purposes. I ordered through Postmates and my husband walked over to pick up our pizza. We got a family combo pack, which came with two specialty and two one-topping pies for $89. This was more than enough food for five adults and four children. Our hotel rooms had fridges, and I ate several leftover slices over the next couple of days. We got one cheese, one pepperoni, one spinach ricotta, and one meatball, adding jalapeño to the meatball for an extra $1.50. The pizza was tasty and satisfying in that classic Ninja Turtles kind of way, with sturdy crusts, gooey cheese, and flavorful sauce and toppings. I really enjoyed the meatball with jalapeño and the spinach ricotta, a white pie with mozzarella, spinach, garlic, and ricotta. This was a cheap, easy dinner for two families on beach vacation. I'd highly recommend Dough Momma if you find yourself in similar circumstances, or if you just want some good pizza in La Jolla. read more

Awesome grab and go place - and you can tell people loved it by how packed it was! Pizza was good - a little too crispy for me, but nothing that would deter me from coming back. It's a true production pizza place so when you need a slice quickly this is the answer. The meatballs were outstanding. Ended up getting one for my kid and ate his other two! Really really good! Overall, would recommend this to anybody who's enjoying the beach and needs a snack break. read more

Came in here on memorial day. There was barely any pizza's left. The tables and chairs were dirty. The service was not great. The pizza was cold and not tasty at all. Save your time and money! read more

The artichoke with either the burrata or ricotta cheese pizza was fantastic! Haven't had this combo before and I would definitely get this again. read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

They have such a wide variety of tasty/flavorful pizza! Definitely some of the best we've had. Their workers, specifically, Gretchen and Nai were highly motivated and extremely helpful during our visit. Highly recommended. Definitely a 5 star! read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Honey hot pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

Great Pizzas! Nice people! Excellent service! Love that it's close to the beach and picking up a pie before heading to the beach with my kiddos. Thank you guys for making my kids birthday party very special this weekend. Bonfire pizza and sunset vibes. read more

First time here and everything was a 10/10. I was greeted as soon as I walked in and the young lady at the front was super helpful and nice. Amazing service. The ambiance was great, seating inside as well as some options outside. And the food was excellent it wasn't too expensive and it was genuinely good we got pepperoni and the chicken pesto. Definitely would go again! read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Pepperoni slice, garlic knots, chicken pesto - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

I usually don't get on here to give reviews , but use yelp to see reviews the food is great highly recommend it read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Wings - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

Dough Momma hits the spot! Such a chill little spot in La Jolla, creative slices with toppings you don't see everywhere, and every one I've tried has been so good. We got a pep slice and mushroom with riccota slice. The crust is perfect, and they've got cold beer on tap too. Plenty of picnic-style outdoor seating, so it's great for a sunny day or post-beach hang. Definitely one of those local gems you'll keep coming back to. read more

Absolutely delicious! I love the casual vibes. Lots of pizza options and great value. I had the hot honey pepperoni pizza and my husband had the bbq chicken, and we got some garlic knots. This will be a must have whenever we're in town! Great service as well. Warm and welcoming all around. read more

The slices in the display are reheated but, very satisfying. Cute pizzeria vibe and great low prices. The people were very pleasant. read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Big slices - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

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Food was awesome after a morning of kayaking! I had the hot honey pepperoni pizza with garlic knots. I wouldn't get the garlic knots again because it didn't have a lot of garlic taste to it but the hot honey pizza saved the day! I would totally get it again. It had ricotta cheese on it and make it tasty. The service was good and they brought the pizza out to us personally. And the inside feels like a surfers shack in a sense with a ton of fans on but only one bathroom so there was a line building up for it. Would come here again for a slice ! read more

This is by fair the BEST PIZZA I have ever had!! Highly recommend . And not sure why this pizzeria only has a 4.2 stars It should have 5 plus stars!! And the service was amazing, especially Gretchen and Nai were very helpful and overall an amazing experience read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

They had a private event here so it was a bit unorganized and crowded. There were random people standing around inside the small space and none of the workers greeted us. Maybe they were overwhelmed by a lot of people. Once we did order, they did let us know there was a private event and the inside was closed which was fine so we sat outdoors. We were only able to order whatever slices were out on display for them to warm up like Sbarro. We ordered 2 of the walk-in special which includes 2 slices of pizza and a beer for $14. So in all we ordered 2 loaded combo slices, 1 margherita slice, 2 spicy Hawaiians, 3 for $5 garlic knots, and the 8 piece spicy teriyaki wings. The wings were sweet and good but no spice. The garlic knots came with marinara sauce which were really good. We tried the spicy Hawaiian and loaded combo slices and all were really good thin crust slices. Location is right next to the beach so it's convenient to be able to grab a bite. Parking is really tough though. read more

On April 9,2026 in the afternoon,After leaving the beach we came in to grab pepperoni slices for the kids I only needed two. We weren't greeted,I asked the young gentleman at the counter if he had any more he said no,Will you have any more pepperoni? "Im Not sure" Will you be making anymore soon? "Im not sure" I then asked if he can ask someone who may know and he said "im not sure" okay,so what can we do since I only need two slices of pepperoni and one combo not an entire pie can I order a personal size? He again responded I'm not sure,I asked can you add pepperoni to a cheese slice and he then has attitude "I can't just modify pizza thats already made" No other worked intervened,everyone continued in their work station and pretended to not hear any of our interaction. read more

Good service and staff. The seating is decent. The location is awesome, close to the beaches and other retailers. The food is nice. Quite a bit of variety to choose from and you're able to order a slice. read more

We stopped by here after a kayak tour in La Jolla. There were several different, unique kinds of pizza to choose from. I like that you buy by the slice so you can all try a few different things. The pizza is sitting in the glass by the register so after you pick your pieces, they warm them up and give them to you. It wasn't the best pizza ever but for something where you can walk right up and get it quick, it was really good. And the prices were very reasonable. They had plenty of seating inside and out. read more

Was in the area as there was a bioluminescence sighting in the area. I was craving something light and thankfully they had this dope pizza join in the area. AMBIANCE: Parking: Street and neighborhood parking. Seating: Inside and outside shaded patio seating. Great for groups or individuals. Room for about 50 people total. Vibes: Welcome to La Jolla, a pretty fancy college town area. You're close to the beach with nice eatery, shopping, and activity spots. The spot gives a sporty dive bar. There are tvs to watch shows but mainly games but you moreover here the alternative rock music playing. Great for everyone - friends and family. FOOD: Meat Lovers (Recommend) For those that love your protein, this is for you. What's not to love - Pepperoni, Bacon, and crumbled sausage! Gooey cheese and the bread was fresh and crispy. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Kevin was great! Friendly dude and quick with our service! TL; DR OVERALL: 4.5 Stars! Deeelicious. Reasonable prices, great selections and good food. There may be a couple of pizza spots here but this is well rounded especially you just want a place to hang out and chill. TIPS: * Check out their daily specials! read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Meat lovers! - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California

TL;DR: underrated slice of za with good drink deals too Stopped by for a quick slice and was pleasantly surprised by the finished quality The one caveat was we had an unexpectedly long wait and when I went in to check on the order (~20min later), the kitchen had obviously forgotten our slices in the oven. Smoke came out of the oven when he opened it and the bottom was pretty burnt. He still served it to us and after we took a bite, we brought it back and asked for a new slice The staff happily obliged and the new one was much better :) I'll be back whenever I'm in the area - cheers, Dough Momma! read more

Dough Momma Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Playa La Jolla, California