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    Organ Stop Pizza

    4.1 (782 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    ORGAN STOP PIZZA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Loud
    Live music
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Andy G.

    Good evening, well tonight's dinner was planned around grandkids as they were in town and Jen & I wanted to treat them to Pizza, Organ Stop Pizza, kids were excited as well as Jen & I I think many others had the same idea for dinner as it was a full house we did find seating upstairs, I got the order for what everyone wanted and headed down stairs to order, while in line people coming & going and all of a sudden the power went out, it came back on then off several times that the Manager decided to close the place down, bummer as I was looking forward to some great pizza & salad. Things happen so we will try again when our grandkids are here again.

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    HsiaoCheng W.

    Place had a line out the door waiting to get in at 3:30 pm on a Saturday when they open. To wait in the Arizona heat like that means they're doing something right. Mostly families with young kids but the place is just as fun as I remember it back in the 80's. Pizza was awesome with lots of toppings and they were not stingy at all. For an ice cream Float you can pick your soda and ice cream. The organ music comes complete with dancing cats, quacking duck, and even bubbles ... it doesn't get much better than that. The organ player takes requests. Lots of Disney songs and some must have classics like Bohemian Rhapsody, Yellow Submarine and Phantom of the Opera.

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    Lina L.

    This place is unique and famous for their Wurlitzer theatre pipe organ. It is absolutely beautiful and majestic. The performances are nightly and is essentially a one man orchestra. The organist also plays a lot of requests. I love the beautiful and powerful sound and it just takes you to another time. You order at the counter for your food and they give you a number to pick it up when it's ready. We ordered a medium specialty pizza- combination that had everything. The toppings were plentiful and it was pretty tasty. They also offer pasta, appetizers, a salad bar, beer/wine, and ice cream. The atmosphere is very casual and family friendly. The organ performance is the main event here and totally worth a visit.

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    Skye P.

    5 stars because this place is my childhood. I went here all the time growing up and it was such a great experience that I now bring my children here. Finding a family friendly restaurant in Arizona is hard but this one is perfect. There 2 stories and when the organ is going, it's loud and so fun, just a great show to watch and very unique! The food is just average, it not fantastic but it's your typical pizza parlor food. They also have a very small arcade and prize center for the kiddos as well. I love this place so much, I hope you guys try it!

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    Katrina T.

    Oh my gosh! We had such a great visit here-- and it brought back so many memories! 34 1/2 years ago, my husband and and I had our first date at the Organ Grinder in Portland, OR. The pipes for the organ here came from the one in Portland after it closed in 1996, so it was kind of cool to know that! The atmosphere is fun-- loud, as is to be expected, yet fun and cool lighting to go along with the organ. The organ rising and lowering is also really cool! Watching the player navigate all of the different parts of the organ is amazing! The pizza was awesome! Crunchy cornmeal crust, not burned, lots of toppings. We asked for no onion, received one WITH onion. They let us keep that one to munch on if we wanted while they made us a new one! THAT is great customer service! Can't wait to come back when our kids come to visit!

    Veronica G.

    I felt like I was walking straight into a Chuck E. Cheese from the early 2000s. But MORE. It feels like a restaurant that belongs in the House on the Rock at Wisconsin. A place that feels whimsical and magical. I almost started crying when I saw the organ coming out and the lights and little dancers. What a feeling of nostalgia. Please don't change a thing, Organ Stop Pizza. From the smell of the air, the intricate details on the walls, and the menu in the front- everything felt so nostalgic. I wish I had been here when I was a kid! I absolutely loved it. There's a huge dining area on the first floor that can definitely accommodate for a large party of people and a beautiful view on the second floor. I'm really glad I found this gem. There are also gluten free options which I appreciate and a salad bar on the side.

    Sabrina H.

    What I got: All day IPA Fried mushrooms Onion rings Small Pizza (several toppings) I haven't been here since I was a kid in elementary school for a choir trip and I had thought this place closed down till I recently found out that it was still open so I made a 40 minute drive with some friends and we had the best time it was just as great as I remembered as a kid the music was amazing the feel and theme inside gives you a Oktoberfest vibe , they have a small arcade area with a prize area and upstairs area as well to eat and watch the fried mushrooms were pretty standard as well as the onion rings, though my mushrooms were oddly sized and I think it could've used a bit more pieces, the pizza tasted like Peter Piper pizza honestly but that pizza is pretty good to me. The crust was pretty thin and I hear that you make their dough in house and I thought the dough tasted great. The toppings on top tasted good didn't taste like canned stuff My beer was a bit warm though, and they serve them in those reusable plastic cups. They are all like scratched up and stuff. I usually have sensitive skin so I react on like these bacterial cups a lot which I did a bit on my lips. I plan to come here more times in the future really great time just simple standard bar food. I would say don't expect the best food you're here for the organ player not the food so they aren't focused on making top notch food you know and what I really like. Is that there there's no tipping here like no option to do so on the machines and in the world we literally everything makes you tip. It feels nice to have a break from that. But definitely tip your organ player they have a big jar in front

    Rick H.

    Liberace meets Chuck E Cheese! Birthday gurl dinner out, I wanted something different. Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa is a delightfully odd experience. The world's second largest pipe organ in a pizza and beer hall. The ambiance was nice, the music was fantastic, and the pizza wasn't bad. The organist takes requests, and looks as though he tries to play them all. I can't imagine the talent it takes to play hundreds of songs, from memory, while organizing dozens of request cards, and playing that monster of an organ with both hands and both feet. We got Christmas music, Phantom of the Opera, Elton John, Billy Joel, Prince, Brittany Spears, Frozen, Pirates of the Caribbean, a huge variety. Highly recommend.

    Nichole H.

    This had long been on my list to experience and I am so glad my husband and I finally got to! The history of Organ Stop Pizza is a fascinating story, particularly as it relates to the organ itself - one of few left in the world. Being a huge Charlie Chaplin fan, I was delighted to learn that it was instrumental in accompanying Chaplin's films in Chicago! But, I digress. We waited in line about 20 minutes before it opened to make sure we could get a decent spot (TIP: Sit on the upper level.). You order your food the minute the doors open (the gluten-free pizza is wonderful) and grab your seat. There's a big board that will display your order number when your order is ready. From there, head down to the little boxes to grab a request sheet, as well as a pencil, add your requests, and drop it in the box. If you want to hear the real power, request both Phantom of the Opera, as well as the theme song for Dracula - there's even a light show that will accompany those two :). All-in-all, it's fun for everyone!

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    Katiusca C.

    The literal book definition of a dinner and show! This place is fun for all ages we saw everyone from kids to the elderly. I took my musician husband here for a date and since we both love music, it felt like such a cool way to incorporate it into our day. The pizza is priced surprisingly about the same as any restaurant pizza so why not enjoy live music along with a great meal? The place was packed. So just a heads up you might end up sharing a table, but we didn't mind at all.

    Wurlizer organ with dancing "cats" is the centerpiece of Organ Stop Pizza.
    Mike J.

    The atmosphere id great! The organist was fantastic and they take requests. It is family style seating. The pizza is thin with no crust and came out quickly considering how busy the place was. We enjoyed the vegetarian pizza, but a bit more sauce would have been nice.

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    Christa M.

    My last visit here was about 15 years ago and I cant believe I had sadly forgotten about this place. I brought my cousin who is visiting form out of town and we had a great time. We were quickly greeted by the gift shop attendant as we walked in and she was SOOO nice. She gave us the 411 and gave me a refresher on how everything worked. We were a group of 5 so we ordered two large specialty pizzas, garlic bread with cheese, and a combo basket that included - mozzarella sticks, zucchinis, and fried mushrooms. We also got 4 drinks and one water. We sat down upstairs and we had a great view of the organ and show. Our food didn't take too long and we picked it up when ready. Everything was good. The pizzas were hot, loaded with toppings, and had a nice crisp. The garlic bread and basket were good as well. The workers we interacted with friendly and welcoming. Loved the music that was played!

    Elicia N.

    Cool experience! Definitely stimulating when you first walk in! I recommend finding a seat and getting situated before ordering. You order at the counter (multiple counters if you want a drink or dessert) l, then you go pick up your order when your number shows up. I've been wanting to see this place for years and glad I came but probably wouldn't come back, certainly not as a single person. Too hard to coordinate seating, going back and forth for multiple items, and leaving my items unattended to go grab a drink. I do wish they would have someone w a long thru the dining area at least taking drink orders or allow people to pay for drinks at the first food counter then pick up before seating. The register is also very outdated but that was fine. The organ player was great and overall energy good. I did like the community table feel and asked my neighbor to watch my food while grabbed lunch but that still wasn't ideal because she had to grab her food while I was away. Not the best system for hygiene and convenience. I can see this establishment being great for families and kids. I was a bit nervous too about fall hazards for senior patrons who had canes and walking limitations with so many folks running around and in multiple lines. The salad bar options were generous and fresh. The garlic bread well prepared. Didn't love the flavor of the marinara sauce. A bit bland and sweet for my taste. Also no refills on sodas so everything adds up pretty quickly at the different stations. I went ahead and gave it a 4 since everyone seemed to be having a great time and the music ands atmosphere were great.

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    Pizza was good. Fun, unique atmosphere. All self service. Gets pretty loud. Glad they serve Beer and Wine.

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    Ask the Community - Organ Stop Pizza

    Is it still cash/check only?

    They take cards now.

    Is it wheelchair accessible?

    Yes. I definitely think it is. The entrance is flat and you can enter into the dining room from the lobby.

    Is the organ played during all hours the restaurant is opened?

    The past several times I have gone usually the first 30mins to 45 mins there is no organ playing. They then get going and have intermissions in between. Not sure about at the end of the night.

    We requested a party of 20 but two people can't come will they still except our party?

    No problem.

    What time Does the organist play?

    All day with a few breaks minimal

    What time and day seems to be least busy?

    Not sure what times are not busy. Maybe if you go mid-week it may not be as bad or go right when they open.… 

    Who is the BEST organist to go see perform since Charlie Balogh has passed, in your opinion?

    Charlie's replacement is really good! He did a lot of 80's songs this evening (and some kids songs).

    Why you don't take debit cards?

    Because they don't have a card reader, nor a proper "vendor" agreement in-place with a credit/debit card processing service. There's an ATM in the lobby, however.

    Is the pizza dough vegan?

    Hi, yes the crust is vegan and they also offer a gluten-free pizza crust too. If you want vegan cheese on your pizza feel free to bring some in and we'll add it to your pizza! Questions? jack@organstoppizza.com

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    My wife and I are musicians so we definitely appreciated the skill to pull off what the organist was doing.

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