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    Mission Pizza

    3.7 (321 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Chicken Wings
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Karen r.

    Great pizza and cheesy bread knots. We got food to go and ate it during a wine tasting next door. The best afternoon!

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    Nathan S.

    Solid Beachside Pizza Stop [[HIGHLIGHT]]Mission Pizza hits the mark perfectly for what it is: a convenient, no-fuss spot right on Front Street in Avila Beach, ideal after a day on the Bob Jones Trail or lounging at the beach.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We stopped in on our Saturday evening during a stay at Avila Village Inn--grabbed a combo pizza (pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, etc.) and it delivered exactly the satisfying, hearty slice we were craving. The crust strikes a nice middle ground--not too thin and floppy, not overly thick--hand-stretched and baked fresh, with generous toppings that hold up well even after a short walk. The sauce has good flavor without overpowering, and the cheese pulls beautifully. Portions are ample for the price, and the menu offers plenty of variety (16 specialty pizzas, flatbreads, salads, sandwiches, even gluten-free options), which makes it easy to please a group or picky eaters. Service was friendly and efficient--quick order, no long waits despite the casual counter setup. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The location behind The Custom House keeps it steps from the ocean, so it pairs seamlessly with a sunset stroll or dessert run to Hula Hut afterward.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's takeout-focused, ultra-casual (no fancy ambiance), but that suits the beach town perfectly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Only reason it's not a full 5: the pizza leans a bit more toward reliable crowd-pleaser than standout artisan (think solid Round Table vibes rather than wood-fired revelation), and on busier nights the wait can stretch to 25-30 minutes. Still, for a quick, delicious dinner that fits right into a relaxed coastal escape, it's a dependable choice we'll happily return to on future trips. Highly recommended if you're in Avila and want pizza without drama.

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    Jasmine D.

    This was one of the few places near our hotel that was open. Placed our order online, estimated pick up time was 15 minutes later, however it was not ready at the time stated, and we ended up waiting another 10 minutes or so. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The restaurant was uncomfortably warm inside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] At the ordering counter, there was a warmer with pizza slices on display & they looked old and dry...not good signs :( Once we got back to the hotel, realized that the dessert we ordered was missing; decided it wasn't worth the hassle to drive back or complain. The appetizers (hot wings and stuffed jalapeños) were good, but the pizza (kitchen sink) was "mid" as my son kept saying. It had plenty of toppings: red sauce, three cheeses, pepperoni, salami, Italian sausage, Linguicia, sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, red onions, and black olives, but seemed a bit undercooked. It was also sliced oddly, with some very small thin pieces and large slices. Our hotel room had a full kitchen, and we were able to pop the pizza in the oven. It was better after baking it a bit more.

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    Stephany D.

    This is always a go to when we are visiting Avila. The service differs every time we go. For the most part, they are friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We don't stay for the ambiance because there really isn't any. People are in and out and it gets crowded.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We prefer taking our food to the beach or going back to the hotel room. As for the food, my favorite is the calamari. This is the only place I go for calamari and if they ever stop serving it, I honestly probably wouldn't come back. Fish and chips are good with their tartar sauce. Pizza is okay- we got the pepperoni. Wings were pretty good. Clam chowder was flavorless. All in all, I recommend this place!

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    Whit D.

    This a great spot to stop in for a bite to eat, whole pizzas or slices of pizzas available . Slices of pizza are $5 each and choices are cheese or pepperoni only. We ordered one slice of each for lunch, both were big slices that filled us up! Hot, fresh and cheesy. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's only three tables inside to sit at, but also a few outdoor counter seats.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Most people seem to order take out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]

    Michelle R.

    We loved the clam chowder and the pizza is very good! Sometimes they are inconsistent with their quality, but you can't beat their location. We got their clam chowder and walked the half block to the beach to enjoy wave watching while eating. Highly recommend getting your food to go so you have this experience!

    Valerie A.

    This place is small, but has great subs! The bread is soft and toasty. The sandwich was packed with flavor and the fries were seasoned perfectly and were crunchy! I haven't tried anything else on this menu, but this is a great spot for lunch at Avila Beach.

    Pepperoni, looks good but everything stayed in the box when we tried to take pieces out.
    Rich B.

    Service was fine if slightly underwhelming. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe was ultra casual and subdued.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] You can not order a pizza with toppings on one half and different toppings on the other half. So we had to order two pizzas. Vegetable pizza was very good and well cooked. We had ordered a pepperoni as the second pizza but they made a cheese pizza on accident. They had us keep the cheese pizza and remade the pepperoni which took another ten mins, which was a minor inconvenience. The pepperoni fell apart as we removed each piece. Not sure if that was bc they tried to cook it too fast or...tasted fine but nothing special. Pricing is what you'd expect for a beach town pizzeria I just would've expected better overall flavor and quality. Would eat this pizza again.

    Fish and Chips $18.99
    Jules K.

    We ordered a medium pizza with pepperoni and basil, fish n chips, and calamari and chips. The total was about $60 so it wasn't cheap. Waited about 20 mins after ordering for the food to be ready. The pizza was aight. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't good either, just mediocre. The fish and chips and calamari were actually pretty good but the fries were soggy. We didn't touch the fries and ate the fish and calamari. $18.99 for fish and $18.99 for calamari was a bit steep. We likely won't be getting this again but if we did the fish and calamari were decent, just soggy fries. Wish they had these ala carte.

    Loaded Potato
    Michael C.

    The best pizza near the beach! I've been coming here for over 8 years and I always stop here for a nice, delicious pie. The Loaded Potato and the Pulled Pork are top shelf! Fish and chips, Calamari, and the sandos are to die for. I usually stay at the vacation rentals next door to them, so its just an easy walk down the stairs when I make my order. The staff is friendly and inviting, and some of them will even say hi after their shift when I'm on the balcony of the rental around 9pm when the restaurant closes. [[HIGHLIGHT]]After that, I relax with a nice red wine from the Wine Co downstairs and take in the quiet, peaceful atmosphere of the ocean breeze and the sound of the sea.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 10/10 (I took a pic of the loaded potato after I ate half because it was calling my name!) DON'T FORGET THE RANCH!

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    Beautiful day in Avila Beach. Had pizza and wings - both very good. Only 4 seats outside, though.

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    They said it will take 20 min but we waited about an hour to get pizza. Do they forget our order??? I will not coming back here again.

    I hope this is at least the second time this has happened to you at this place because I think it is unfair to be ready to blast them on yelp for the only time it has happened. Did you at least check with them after 20 mins? Was it crazy busy that… 

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