3.5 We got half and…read morehalf 2 marinara based veg pizzas, they are good when eaten hot at the location. unfortunately they had a mix up at the kitchen and we ended up waited for 45 min for one pizza. Avoid tater tots- cheesy tots were conceptually wrong and not pleasant to eat- they deep fried frozen tots probably and then baked with cheese which became very hard and not gooey. Good ambiance and plenty of tvs around to watch games. Friendly staff.

We were in Santa Cruz and just wanted to grab some pizza for lunch one day and found this place…read more tucked in a shopping center with trader joes, there was a shared parking lot that helps if you're coming here. There's plenty of seating and you order at the front and then get a buzzer. We got a couple pizzas, a salad and wings and it all came out pretty quickly. They also have a sauce bar and the pesto ranch/regular ranch is terrific. Some of the better ranches that I've had at a pizza place. The pizza was good, but the tucked crust, I will say is not for me. Got half and half wings, lemon pepper and honey bbq. The lemon pepper wings had a nice crisp and flavor, the honey bbq was eh. Couldn't taste much of either flavor. Overall though, I would come back and grab a pizza and watch some games.

My friends and I visiting from SF over the long weekend came to Abbott Square Market for dinner…read moreafter our day at the beach before driving back to the city. I spent a while circling the market trying to decide what looked good. I finally decided Pizzeria la Bufala was the best choice, and when the pizza arrived fresh out of the oven, it was confirmed. The D'A Calabria pizza was quite savory, and the crust wasn't floppy at all. Some of my friends wished they got the pizza too.

A veggie pizza featuring Brussel sprouts? I happened to be at the Santa Cruz History museum for a…read moreconference so I decided to check out the Abbot Market Square. There's plenty of options but nothing beats a great slice of freshly made pizza. The traditional offerings smelled and looked amazing but I'm a sucker for a vegetarian pizza. I was pleasantly surprised at how well it all came together. The crust was so good I ate every last bite. This location is a hip, busy food hall so there are lots of small tables as well as roomy outdoor booths.

GUYS........... idk…read moreif i can eat here again without bringing a football team because i almost ate half this pizza and went into an instant FOOD COMA it was so good and rich and cheesy goodness DOO NOT wake me. If you need watering, they have big selection of beer + wine on a chalk board. Very pub environment. such a treat!! ( *w*)b

Obsessed with this place is an understatement. Went on a trip to Santa Cruz and stopped by bookies…read morefor some lunch and WOW so glad we did. Might have been the staple of our trip! Walking in I was instantly enamored. So cute in here. The details are amazing. You can really tell that someone is passionate about this spot. I do wonder who Sara is though?! She seems important... The staff was crazy nice. I bothered the poor salad guy for probably 5 minutes before I realized he wasn't responsible for taking my order. But he never complained and answered all my questions! We got the pesto pizza and a pepperoni. Both were sooooo good. I thought the pesto would be my favorite since pepperoni is "boring" but im not sure, they were both so delicious. The red sauce on the pep was soooo good! But the star of the show was definitely the green goddess salad. So impressed with this simple salad. And the flowers on top were a nice touch! ( send me the recipe please I beg you) Wish I could come back! I definitely will if I'm in Santa Cruz again.

Ok definitely a date spot. The lights were dimmed, the vibe was very romantic. But definitely still…read morecan take family here as well as bigger groups. We made a reservation ahead of time because we saw that it can get a bit busy for dinner. But as soon as we got there, we were seated immediately. The staff were very knowledgeable and warm to us. We ordered the lasagna and fettuccine and we shared it. The portion sizes are huge! But definitely worth the money. One of my new favorite Italian spots to go to when I'm out in the area.

Had dinner here today with friends who wanted to check out my son's newish town (first year at…read moreUCSC).... Pros- flavors of each dish were quite tasty. We had six people in total and all together ordered the short rib ravioli, seafood stew, spaghetti and meatballs, roasted beets, French onion soup, potatoes with dip, a salad and a pizza. My favorite bite was the lasagna. The top had nicely melted and crispy cheese... very good! I also enjoyed the crispy potatoes with dip. The French onion soup didn't have a lot of color, but it still had a very distinct and tasty flavor. Outside of the food, the restaurant has a great outdoor area that's dog friendly! There is also a nice sized private parking lot. Oh, and if you pay in cash, there's a discount! Cons- I was craving spaghetti and meatballs, it just sounded so good to me! This was I think it's the first time I've ever ordered it at a restaurant (usually make it at home!) while I thought the dish had good flavor, I felt the pasta was slightly overcooked. It was not al dente... the meatballs also didn't have a lot of color, so that was disappointing. The seafood stew a friend ordered was small. She said it was good, but we overheard someone at a different table say that the stew used to be huge and it currently is not... Coloring... typically color equals flavor, so it was odd that several dishes had little coloring, but they did still taste good! Some things I didn't care as much for, but we all enjoyed the flavors of each dish...

My daughter wanted Pizza My Heart while visiting Santa Cruz for her birthday! We each got a slice…read moreand a T-shirt! She was so excited they had youth sizes for her! The pizza was delish as always. And she loves the self serve soda machine! So many options!!! We can't wait to go back next time we're in town.

We didn't dine in, we delivered to our room during a recent getaway, so I cannot attest to the…read moreambience of the establishment, nor the service. My review is strictly about the food. The first night, we ordered wings and a Pleasure Point pizza. It was all delicious. We snarfled it all and could not believe how great it was. The pizza was fresh, the crust was chewy, the sauce was vibrant. The wings were crispy on the outside and not overcooked or dry. The next day, we wanted lunch, & ordered TWO pizzas. This time it was a Chicken Joe and the Linda Mar with more wings. Again, everything was delicious and cooked perfectly! We are annoyed the nearest restaurant to our city is an hour and a half away. Hopefully they have more plans for expansion. We would 200% welcome them! Such good food!

Always love everything at this place! Pizzas are perfectly cooked, not greasy, toppings are…read morearranged to perfection. The apple fennel salad is to die for- Meatballs are delicious in a thick tomato gravy. Mmmm. Wine list needs some work! I just drink water when I'm here - missed opportunity. Overall, the food is very good.

Buzzos is an absolute staple. If you haven't eaten here…read morePLEASE DO. My husband and I eat here weekly. Appetizers are a must! I say with my whole chest that their Caesar is the best I've ever had. EVER. Cauliflower AMAZING and potato pizza... idk what they put in that but we crave it everyday. Best pizza in Santa Cruz- best restaurant in town!!

Tasty pizza spot with a fun games to play while you wait. Ping pong balls can be purchased for a…read morecouple quarters through a vending machine - there's also chess to play. We got the chicken bacon and caramelized onion pizza - super tasty with great chewy thin crust. We got here later in the evening around 9pm. The place was pretty empty but we got served quickly. We ordered at the counter and waited for our pizza for just a couple minutes! The pizza oven smells so good!

Isabel check in here to give nothing but good words to Engfers! Very cozy place to grab a bite to…read moreeat and a drink. Fun to bring family, friends or any group of people looking to have a good time. Games, drinks and great ambiance 10/10 recommend checking it out on your next Santa Cruz trip! We order pizza, bread sticks and grab some drinks from their wide array of beverages- we even had a lobster phone table marker... not sure what that is? Looks like you'll have to find out for yourself!

We drove in for our son's graduation and stumbled upon this pizzeria!…read more Pro- Great wait staff Plenty of parking Great for big and small parties Generous menus The pizzas are delicious The garlic bread perfect The salmon cakes fresh and full of flavor Everything we tried was above and beyond our expectations! No cons to report!

Get the fig pizza and thank me later. Great servers who are attentive and nice :) thank youread more

The best pizza we have eaten anywhere for the past 30 years+…read more We moved from the area a while ago and we now plan our visits to include Upper Crust as our first stop and sometimes on our way out as well!

Pretty decent overall. The pasta was nice and saucy, but the noodles themselves weren't great. For…read morethe price, I thought it was just okay value. They seem to host a lot of weekly events and specials, including all-you-can-eat promotions, which looked pretty fun and could be a good reason to check the place out.

Went here a few months ago and am still reminiscing about it…read more The store is welcoming and comfortable. The view of the ocean and boardwalk is super nice, and the outdoor seat in option was amazing since it was sunny out. I got the chicken tikka masala with garlic naan and basmati rice, and out of the many restaurants I've been to, this chicken tikka masala and naan was the best I've ever had. The spices were perfect, same with the chicken. Everything was just amazing. I could eat there forever. Literally loved it here. 100% recommend

A hop and a skip away from La Bahia Resort is this delicious Indian spot with both indoor and al…read morefresco dining. We didn't want to venture too far from our hotel and decided to eat here. No regrets. It was delicious and the service was outstanding. We got the tandoori wings (a little spicy) and the papadum (crispy lentil flat bread) for starters, and it came with a tray of dips (tamarind, mango, & mint) all delicious but I enjoyed the mango one the most... my husband loved the tamarind. They were out of a lot naan varities when we came, so we got the spinach and cheese since it was available - delicious! We also tried their chicken tikka masala and the butter chicken. It was a hearty and delicious dinner. Perfect to share among three hungry adults. The staff even treated us to some sweet indian rice pudding for dessert.