Nice and cozy local spot located, conveniently right near the beach! My husband and I stopped in with our teen and four of her friends after a beach day. We arrived at the perfect time so that we could get a booth right next to them. They really enjoyed all sliding into the large booths that are available as seating. Great ambience and energy during our visit. The restaurant was busy, but staff was cordial while taking our order. We kept it simple with cheese pizza and a Massimo's Special Pizza, which was a combination of all the classic pizza toppings. Both were very tasty and filling, looking forward to coming back again. read more

Massimo's has always been a childhood staple of ours. Their food is amazing! The pizza is made in the classic Italian style, which can be hard to find in California. Also their pasta dishes are EXCELLENT. Their chicken fettuccini Alfredo is unbelievably good! read more

First Timers Loved It Large 1/2 Pepperoni 1/2 mushroom~ Sausage House Salad New Favorite Pizza Place read more

Got delivery to the Hyatt in Huntington Beach. Arrived on time and hot. One large cheese thin crust and one medium New Yorker. Both excellent. Can't beat this quality on a delivery pizza to your hotel. Feels like I found a hidden gem but it says 'since 1975' so i guess they're doing something right. Really happy with this pizza!! read more

Repost as I originally wrote the review under another Massimo's by accident (their owner let me know their address has nothing to do with this HB Massimo's) ) This Massimo is located in Huntington Beach. Looking for a go-to pizzeria since being in this area and I came across Massimo's on Uber Eats. According to the app I got my order within an hour and even having been that long, the pizza was a room temp by the time it reached me - I still enjoyed the flavors and pizza dough texture. Really delicious. The crust was a perfect thin crust; chewy and a flavorful mild marinara sauce. I'm confident had it been eaten warmer, it provabky would be a perfect 5 stars. I'll definitely be visiting again soon. The red onions were slightly burnt- maybe they should be layered after some cook time or make the onions a little bigger? To prevent the burnt edges, but despite that, I still really enjoyed the flavors. I even had a few slices left for the next day and it was just as enjoyable the next day. Looking forward to trying it dining in next time. Opted for the hot honey dipping sauce too ($2) The cannoli was an impulsive pick, and a subtle and sweet dessert. Mostly looking forward to trying more of their pizzas soon. Uber Eats their pizza and cannoli (despite the burnt red onions- still enjoyed their pizza; very much; great flavors and a chewy dough texture) Uber eats order Cannoli, Med Pizza 2 toppings $39, Tip, $10 uber eats fees= Total $59. I understand their pizza being a bit more than some of the other pizza places. I can definitely taste the difference and quality of their ingredients. M read more

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An authentic old school place. Serves pizza that is very close to Tony's Pizza in San Marino as served back in the '80's and '90's when OG Italians used to run the place. It's been difficult finding a place that replicates the type of crust that represents this sort of style, which can be described like a crusty loaf of bread. A crunchy exterior with a chewy interior. Looks like a hole in the wall from the outside, but when I went inside, the place was packed with people. Service was fairly quick and efficient, with a handful of staff busily working away behind the counter. read more

Massimo's Pizza - Mushroom pizza - Pizza Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

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I just completed a blood donation nearby and needed to replenish my tummy/satisfy my hunger - so started to look on Yelp/Google Maps around the Hoag area. My appt happened to end in that lull time period between lunch and dinner when most places were closed (3pm to 5pm ish) - so options were far and few. Massimo's popped up - and was on the way home for me (I took the scenic route from Hoag via PCH and Brookhurst). First, the spot is special - it's at a strip mall sorta spot - at the corner where Bushard and Brookhurst - both streets that typically run parallel to each other - intersect. I was the only customer in the restaurant when I stopped by this afternoon - the dining room is very homey - clean and simple - no issues. The friendly owner greeted me, and hoping for a recommendation, I asked him "what he would recommend", and he replied that "everything's good here". Alright, so I narrowed things down to the Meatball sub, or Spaghetti & meatballs. Still - the owner would not pick either of the two for me, so I settled with pasta. The pasta dish was decent - probably not the best spaghetti I've had - but not bad either. The two giant meatballs were flavorful and generously portioned. Pasta comes with two slices of thick garlic bread - which was great for sipping with the sauce. I'm definitely going to come back and check out the pizza. I think I was just hungry (after giving away a ton of blood) - and so wanted something quicker than waiting for a pizza to bake, but if this place is known for their pizza, I'll give it another shot in the near future. Plenty of parking in the lot, despite being close to the beach (you're about half a mile away from the ocean. Cozy little spot that apparently is supportive in the community and area schools. I'm all for supporting local mom-and-pop shops! Cash only, no nearby ATMs that I'm aware of - good thing I always carry a bit of cash. read more

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First time here and after reading the reviews I was expecting the pizza to be outstanding but it just missed the mark with me. The gentleman that took my order was pleasant and I was a walk in so I expected to wait 30 minutes on a Friday night since they were very busy. I ordered an extra large pepperoni and sausage and it just tasted like any other run of the mill pizza place in HB, fair but not great. I also ordered a large dinner salad and that was good and the dressing was as well. Not wanting to be negative but I'm just being honest that for me the pizza was just ok but it's a super busy place and I'm probably in the minority. read more

Forever grateful for being the last pie of the night. It was nothing short of amazing. We truly felt like winners after eating this on the drive home after KASKADE! read more

Massimo's Pizza - Half cheese half pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Passed by here today while dropping off a rider. Came right back for a late lunch and was not disappointed at all. Very delicious cheese pizza, the true test! Thank you! read more

Massimo's Pizza - Cheese pizza - Pizza Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

The pizza came out hot, greasy (in the best way), and absolutely delicious. We also tried the ham and salami cheese sandwich, which was amazing--the bread was outstanding and really made it. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and super satisfying. Definitely coming back! read more

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The food the service, the ambience. The craft beer! I can't say enough about how great this place is. My only criticism, not enough seating. This place gets packed. With food this good, how could it not. read more

Massimo's Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Found this gem for the first time today. Got Pizza and beer and it was great. Local shop and well known among regulars. Great service too. Bring cash, no cards accepted. read more

This place is a gem! I used to come here as a kid and still come here now as an adult! Fado and his team are one of a kind. Quality food, especially the pizza, and cash only still. This is the freshest and most delicious pizza you will ever eat. Come in a try it out!! SLICES!!!!!! read more

What place in 2026 is cash only??? They were also very rude to us RIGHT when we came in with our scooters. There is literally no bike locks anywhere on your property. Dont worry, we arent eating here anyways bc CASH ONLY. We turned right around and walked out. The cash only makes me think there is tax evasion.... read more

I was just reading reviews for this amazing restaurant. I'm going to start with.....The pizza is amazing , their sandwiches are outstanding and their pasta dishes are second to none! The atmosphere is inviting and the owners are very friendly and personable. This is one of my favorite places to dine ! Now this! People, really? Anybody that starts their review with, "I've been going there for 20 years"and then leaves a one star review??? Well my thought is this. If you've eaten at anyplace for 20 years, and the place still has the same owners, well maybe the problem is you ! read more

Massimo's Pizza - Pepperoni pizza - Pizza Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Food is classic pizza. We had traditional and gluten free. Both were good. It is a very casual place and a classic, old-school pizza dive.

Well I would like to give a higher grade. But here is the deal it's 2025 and in this day and age place that takes cash only I automatically think they are cooking the books. Not mention it kinda expensive. Two half sandwich's two beers and a slice pizza was nearly $40 bucks. I mean the food is good but nothing to say I would want to come back to. Not to mention the place doesn't look like it has been remodeling since it opened. Could use an update. But I can see it has a good local vibe to it and they seem to love it for what it is. So that's good for them then. It's the cash only that is my big hang up. read more

Been going in here for 40 years or so and I have to tell you it's the best pizza in Huntington Beach. And if you call for deliver it's free! The meatball sandwich is a must have! Great pizza to fill the stomach after a long day at the beach. To go anywhere else would be crazy. read more

The Massimo's Special pizza combo was great. It's like a typical deluxe combination of ingredients. read more

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Don't call on a Friday night the owner will be super annoyed to take your order and rush through and screw it up and you will wait at home with your kids a hour and a half and realize no food is ever coming . read more

Pizza was mid (BEST PIZZA EVERRRRRRRRER) Loved everything about this place. Food was fire. read more

Massimo's Pizza - Empty plates - Pizza Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

I've been happily eating here for a million years. My brothers ate here, my son ate here. I've never had a bad meal here and I always get great service. Things I love: 1: lunch special 2: side of meatballs 3: antipasto salad- large- the red vinegar dressing is so good I could drink it. 4: sandwiches- all great! 5. i love love love the mushroom pasta Thank you Massimo's for filling my memories with so many great moments! PS great place to catch a sporting event on tv read more

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Small business, friendly owner. Cash only which I understand with all the fees nowadays. The sandwich I always get is the Italian and it's great! It's my go to. read more

Ordered Extra large pizza, waited for 30 minutes, they gave me a large pizza. Turns out they gave my pizza to someone else. This was not a good first impression. The pizza wasn't all that tasty. read more

Just had the "The New Yorker" pizza from massys! It was delicious!!! Paired it with the house salad and their homemade creamy Italian! Thanks guys!! DELICIOUS read more

Massimo's Pizza - The New Yorker!! - Pizza Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

This is as close to New York Pizza as you're gonna get! Ask them to cut to slices for the kids.

Pretty good. Not great. The cheese pizza slice I thought the sauce was tasty and I loved the crust. Not enough cheese overall, Got the Al's roast beef sandwich. I thought the beef was good but kind of dry. An au jus to dip it in like a French dip would have vastly improved it. I'd like to return and try the pasta but it's so far away so I don't know. I'm in northwest HB and this is in extreme SE HB. read more

Hands down the best vegan pizza I've ever had! Will definitely be getting it again soon read more

Massimo's Pizza - Vegan cheese that actually melts - Pizza Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Massimo's is my family's favorite casual pizza and B'day party place. Not only is it nearby but the food and service is non pariel. They always seem to aim to please. I go for the garbage pizza's ( pepperoni, sausage onion, green pepper, garlic, olives mushrooms with lotsa anchovey's) salads and subs, especially ever since LUCCI'S closed. The salads are great, the pizza's are great even without anchovy's. Their subs are pretty good but I was spoiled with LUCCI'S subs and EYEtalian dressing. My thing is that I only order food at restaurants that o don't make at home. I never order spaghetti with polpette, lasagna and linguini with melanzana, etc. Many times we'll order take out for impromptu family gatherings. Great neighborhood pizza joint. EDISON HIGH SCHOOL All four of my sons and two of my grandkids were CHARGERS. Four of my sons were Footballers read more

Hands down my favorite pizza place in OC! Pizza always comes out hot and fresh and service always comes with a smile! We like to keep it simple with just pepperoni so that the bottom crust stays nice and crispy. Found that the more toppings you put the less the crust gets that awesome crisp we love so much. Their portions are generous too! Their spaghetti and salads are delicious. Authentic and made with care. We love Massimo's! read more

Ordered the Massimo special, I honestly don't get it. It was basically a soggy digiorno. Very rare that I feel that way about a place that's 4.5 stars. Really nothing more I can really say. read more

Best pizza place ever! Pizza is always ready quickly. The cheese tastes very pleasing to the palate. The restaurant is very 70's style and it's great with the circular seats. Staff is always helpful and funny sometimes. Thanks Massimo, you're my favorite pizza place! read more

Good pizza. Good prices. Great lunch specials. Get some garlic bread while you are there!

I have been coming here since I was a kid. The sandwich I loved when I was a kid still taste the same and reminds me of my childhood. I have tried another Massimo's and they are not the same. This one is legit. Everyone I brought here has loved what they ate. The atmosphere is relaxing and is next to the beach so it's easy to get to. All of the workers are friendly. Bring cash. read more

I have worked around this neighborhood for a number of years. Office sat only a block away from the beach, literally comes with an ocean view, not to mention a nice ocean breeze. And what do I missed the most beside the ocean view? Massimo's Pizza! Working next to an ocean view also comes with some cons, and one of which is... there just weren't enough option when it comes to lunch time. Massimo's Pizza offers a variety of foods on their menu, I have probably tried everything on their menu already, they were great! Since I usually only have an hour to eat, I always go for their pizzas, they were quick and easy, their pizzas are handmade from scratch, most importantly, they were absolutely yummy! https://www.instagram.com/p/Cd1bdWPvuqI/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= read more

Massimo's Pizza - a slice of pizza on a paper plate - Pizza Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Yummy vegetarian pizza! And best hot turkey sandwich, with restaurant being open for years.

Pizza was so good! Entire family loved it. We ordered a cheese & pepperoni light sauce. When they couldn't find our camp site he called us and stayed on the phone until we met up. Thank you! Hit the spot. read more

Massimo's Pizza - Cheese pizza light sauce - Pizza Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

First time trying this place for being near by the area really delicious must try! Pizza is my fav food and I'm picky when it comes to pizza ! read more

Massimo's Pizza - Pizza Special delicious - Pizza Near Me - Huntington Beach, California

Pizzas are inconsistent. Sometimes good, sometimes not. Service is friendly. We have ordered pizza from here for a long time, because of location. read more