Super frustrating experience. The aesthetic Instagram marketing caught our eye. The adjacent pop-up matcha shop lured us in. But we were in for a rude awakening inside. We drive down eager to try a myriad of different flavors that they had on their menu. Thankfully, they have ample parking nearby. But it was deeply cluttered with homeless people, one of which we saw actively taking a dump in the bushes nearby. The sidewalks were sticky, wet, and stained with miscellaneous fluids of questionable origin. A decade ago, I used to regularly bike through here and stop by the coffee shop across the street. I don't know what happened since then, I see some failed hints of failed gentrification. We brush it off and walk to the storefront. Immediately we see what looked like an empty pizza cabinet. Confused with how the place operated, the cashier said "oh we only serve cheese and pepperoni pizza by the slice right now". Uuhh ok, it's 11:30am, lunchtime on a weekend and we didn't want a whole pizza. So I just order a side of ube cheese bread, gotta represent my culture. It took nearly 30 minutes to get our order. We almost thought they forgot our order, none of the workers acknowledged or reassured us that it was on its way. In fact they seemed to have ignored all the customers entirely, being too concerned with hanging out in the makeshift plywood room, which looked like a daycare filled with playing kids. If left a lot of people just standing around confused and unsure what was happening. The interior felt minimal and spacious, but unfinished. We finally got our food and left, not at all eager to come back. There are too many other, better pizza options out there. read more

Pizza Kaiju - Ube cheese bread - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

Pizza Kaiju is like no other pizza! Chef Eric has an incredible talent for flavors! Besides the incredible pizzas, their menu has a variety of wonderful options. The brunch menus on the weekends are insanely creative and delicious! Sunday I had the Shrimp po-boy, wow! Just wow! read more

Pizza Kaiju - Shrimp po-boy!!! - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

The MENTAIKO CREAM PASTA is amazing! Legit tastes to me almost like a lobster pasta. Very good and perfectly cooked every time. The pizza is also on point. So many different choices that I try a new type every time I go. Service is always on point and place is large enough for everyone to enjoy without having to feel cramped read more

Pizza Kaiju - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

New pizza flavors in town! We ordered the Sisig pizza and chicken karage. The chicken karage pieces are nice and big! The Sisig pizza is a new flavor for me. Its flavor is lighter than most white cheese pizza, it's light on the cheese and no cheese pull action, however, the crust integrity is good and holds its shape and crunch. Would come back to try the other pizza flavors! The place is spacious and great for large parties. Happy Hours 3-5pm. Super dog friendly and they can come inside! read more

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Celebrating @pizzakaijusd 1-year anniversary feels extra special for me -- walking in takes me right back to my Junior Highschool days in Yokosuka. The Japanese décor, the Yoshoku vibes, the little nostalgic touches... it's like a cozy slice of home in San Diego. Cheers to Pizza Kaiju for a year of NY-style pies, wings that hit just right, amazing by Weekend brunches, and a space that blends Japanese soul with foodie magic. And celebrating it all with Chef Eric & Jenn makes it even sweeter. Find the fun at 1985 National Ave in Barrio Logan Here's to many more years of flavor, nostalgia, and Kaiju-sized joy read more

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Stopped in for a slice and ended up going all in. Shoutout to Emily for the great service and a solid intro to the menu--super friendly and helpful without being pushy. The place itself has great ambience too: relaxed, lively, and an easy spot to hang out with a beer and some pizza. The Wonton Don is wild in the best way. Crispy pork wontons on top, sweet and savory sauce, and just enough green onion to balance it out. It sounds like a lot, but it works. The Aporkalypse definitely lives up to the name. Pepperoni, sausage, bacon--no shortcuts here. Classic foldable slice, chewy crust, and just the right amount of grease. One bite and you're locked in. Paired it with a cold beer and everything made sense. Not subtle food, but that's kind of the point. Instant favorite! read more

Pizza Kaiju - Complete pork apocalypse: a massive Aporkalypse slice loaded with pepperoni, sausage, and bacon, paired with the Wonton Don - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

What a fun place! It caught our attention because we wanted pizza and saw their menu..Sisig Pizza!? We had to try it! The space is fun! We walked in and saw a counter, looked like a sushi counter to me, ( I recently found out they host events there, one being a coffee Omakase which im so excited tobtry!) To the left is the bar and tables for us to sit. There was a group of people sitting at the big table playing cards. We ordered the Sisig pizza, chicharrones and spicy edamame. The sawsawan that comes with the chicharrones 10 out of 10!! The star of the show is by far the pizza! So good! It stated just like sisig. If you are in the area, or not, please stop by. I am so excited to attend pop ups at Pizza Kaiju this year! read more

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We originally came here for our favorite matcha pop up (Hey Midori) and was pleasantly surprised to see how cool the restaurant was. It was spacious and had such a cool vibe so we stuck around for some food. Everything was awesome and service was quick. Definitely going to make matcha x pizza kaiju a frequent stop in my weekends! read more

Pizza Kaiju - Matcha pop up - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

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Food-good Service- weak Ambiance-cool This "Pizza joint" has other items than just pizza. For this visit I only tried the pizza which is showcase on a shoebox of a display case but it was very good with a nice crisp crust and tasty flavors. But it took over 20min to reheat 3 slices. The server passed us by at least 4x and never said anything about the pizza or to refill our drinks.(it wasn't a busy night) This place is very spacious with a cool look but doesn't really feel like a "pizza joint" read more

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Came in around 8 pm on a Wednesday and had no problem finding street parking. The space is really big inside, and I was surprised to see they even have a separate kids' play area in the building, which is a nice touch. You order at the counter. *Wednesdays are $1 wings (minimum of six), and they feature a different special wing each week. *Thursdays are burger night. I ordered the Soy Garlic wings and a slice of the Mashed Potato pizza. *Soy Garlic Wings: these were DELICIOUS. The wings are huge and super flavorful, and they come with ranch on the side. Definitely a solid wing special. *Mashed Potato Slice: was amazing and so unique. Big scoops of mashed potatoes on top with a crispy New York-style crust. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it totally worked. The employee behind the bar was really friendly and easy to talk to. They have TVs up so I watched the Winter Olympics while I ate and ended up chatting with a few people at the bar too. Everyone was very friendly. It took about 15 to 20 minutes for the food to come out. It would've been nice if the pizza came out first while I waited on the wings, but everything was fresh and worth it. Great prices, creative menu, and solid weekly specials. I'll definitely be back. read more

Pizza Kaiju - Mashed Potato Slice - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

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I was a big fan of theirs at Market on 8th, so I was really happy to see them open back up and now with an even bigger space in Barrio. The place itself is pretty spacious with lots of tables, booths and high chairs to sit at, although the place was pretty packed during my visit. Service were friendly and they seemed to keep things going around, but unfortunately this is where my visit went sideways. The menu was expanded from what I remembered, and they offer beer and other drinks now. I ended up placing an order of a slice of pizza and 6 wings after my BF ordered two slices. We ended up on the same ticket, which was cool, and he ended up getting his slices in about 10 mins or so. However, after that, my order never came while others around the restaurant were getting theirs. I thought maybe since the other groups had ordered full pizzas, that's what was causing the delay. After about 25-30 mins, my BF asked a passing server, while I ended up catching the cashier who rang me up, and after a couple more mins, my order finally came out. The food was good and freshly made, but by then the BF had finished his food and we were starting to run late for a show in downtown, so I had to eat a bit quickly. Overall, I'm glad they're back in town, and I might give them another shot if I'm in the area again, but I wish the communication had been clearer. read more

Pizza Kaiju - Sisig pizza slice - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

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Asian inspired pizza? Enough said! My wife found this place on Yelp and I definitely wanted to try it out, since I could eat pizza every day. This place is located in Bario Logan, next to the 5 freeway, close to a Mexican supermarket, and next to a barber shop. They just moved here from another location, so it still looks like some parts of the restaurant are still being renovated. They have beer, pizza by the slice, and pizza made to order. Their pizza comes in deep dish style or hand tossed. They take your order at the counter and then give you a number to take to your table. The decor is that of a chill living room and bar with a few sofas and small tables. The staff were very friendly. We asked for some garlic sauce and that was a game changer! I highly recommend this. They have a lot of unique flavors as well as traditional ones. I love the pepperoni pan slice. It was crispy, savory, cheesy, and chewy. The sisig and mentaiko were excellent as well. Tons of flavor in each slice. At about $27 for a whole pizza, I'd definitely recommend this place, especially if you want something different from all the other pizza places in San Diego. read more

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Pizza Kaiju is a Barrio Logan gem! The Korean-style pizza fusion is incredible--bold, unique, and totally delicious. We also tried the pastas and were equally impressed. The staff is super welcoming (you can tell it's family-run) and they have a solid selection of beer and wine. Saturday night is the move. They have a live DJ, which makes for a perfect night out. Definitely adding this to my regular rotation! read more

Pizza Kaiju - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here Sunday morning a little before noon after hearing great things about this spot. I was really excited to try a pizza and some wings, but turns out (at least on that day) they only serve their brunch menu until 2pm. Like others mentioned, the service for someone to take your order is a little bit slow. However, after that the food was great! I was able to try the chilaquiles with kalua pork and a silog (garlic rice + eggs + curry chicken) that they had on the brunch menu. I will have to come back during later hours to try the namesake pizza next time! read more

Highly recommend coming for good vibes and unique flavors! Lots of variety for beer. The pizzas are ALL tasty with surprisingly delicious combinations. The white garlic sauce that you can dip the pizza in is HIGHLY recommended. I recommend coming here for group hangouts as the interior can seat multiple parties ranging from tables for 2 to big tables of around 8-10. There is a reserved room that has some extra space for singing karaoke. There are tiny claw machines located in the middle of the restaurant. The bathrooms were clean and everything was tidy as multiple workers rounded at the tables to pick up any trash or empty plates/glasses. The service was quick and all employees were friendly. The far left of the restaurant is focused on the donuts which were my FAVORITE. The filling was sweet but not TOO sweet. It is a perfect balance in texture and explosion in the mouth. I had a piece of the butterscotch, vanilla, and coffee... DELICIOUS. The crunch of the sugar to the soft dough and flavor of the filling... *chefs kiss* This place is conveniently located in barrio logan close to Chicano park. The best part is for people who are not a fan of pizza, there are other things to eat. The chicken was INSANELY juicy. I have never tasted fried chicken that was so moist! I may be biased but I can always crave some sweet spaghetti as a Filipino-American. I am going to come back and think this is a great place to hangout prior or after a baseball game! Parking is fairly decent between the garage and street parking. I wish I lived closer to the area as this was place is such a vibe! The instagram is quite popular and I do suggest following to check out the collaboration events happening! @pizzakaijusd Please do not hesitate trying a variety of food out. You won't regret it! read more

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This review is after 3 trips to Pizza Kaiju (admittedly because the first experience wasn't the best) because I wanted to see if things got better since we first went here really soon after their grand opening. The space is really big and open which is great for groups of all sizes. The pizza slice selections rotate daily (with some being there more often than others) so if there's a slice you see online that you want, you probably want to check their Instagram page to see if they posts the slices of the day; alternatively you can get any pizza (whole) made to order. Pizza Kaiju is worth checking out for their take on asian-inspired pizzas. Over the few trips my favorites are definitely the Wonton Don and the Bulgogi Supreme. But their poster child and the one slice everyone must get is the Wonton Don. The cream cheese, tomato sauce, wontons, chili sauce all work so well together and it's such a great combination on pizza. I've also gotten the Mentaiko Cream Pasta which was really tasty and a huge portion. Plus the Chicken Karaage is a really good starter. Outside of our first experience with the cashier (Hispanic lady who wasn't very welcoming and didn't seem to care to be there), every trip has been great. The first time, our food took a while to get ready and so the chef actually came out with an order of Curry Fries on the house which was a very nice gesture. And another time I came to get some of the Ultra Donuts and the cashier added a couple more to our order because she felt bad for her kid who was making loud noises in the kitchen (which really didn't bother us at all). Pizza Kaiju also hosts a lot of collaborations with other eateries and hosts these events which is nice to see. Between this and the hospitality we've seen, they are a great addition to the community and worth stopping for. read more

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The concept was probably good but it did not deliver the experience very well. My first impression was, the restaurant looked disorganized. I am ok with that mostly, my biggest thing is with the food. Curry... Yeah. I will eat it if I am hungry. But there are other places in San Diego that serves similar curry similar price but better quality. I tried the sisig pizza but I think it's underutilizing the Filipino feature. Maybe I should have ordered the adobo one, but the whole experience was not worth the travel I had to do. read more

Definitely an upgrade from their previous spot at Market on 8th. Lots of beer on tap, great pizza, and those garlic soy wings are fire. PK is also very spacious and great for groups. read more

We came back again to try some slices after a failed attempt. This time I tried the calabacita and the cheese pizza. Both were good. I preferred the texture of the calabacita and the flavor of the cheese slice. It was a bit of a drag theat the soda machine wasn't really working. It was out of ice and some of the flavors were out of syrup. read more

Pizza Kaiju - Cheese pizza and calabacita - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

My husband and I have been wanting to try this place. We came in on a Sunday evening and ordered takeout. To be honest, I reaaaally wanted to like this place! Giving them 3 stars solely based on taste and service. We walked in and there was no line so we were just taken aback by the long wait. To be fair, we ordered chicken karaage, 1/2 pepperoni 1/2 bulgogi square pizza, AND mentaiko pasta. I don't think I've tried mentaiko pasta before this experience so I had nothing to compare it to but it did have a strong, creamy fish taste. I was expecting it to be similar to uni pasta. The pizza, on the other hand, was good! It did come in a huge box - maybe a box twice as big as the actual size. When we opened the box, we were so surprised to see it filled only halfway. Would come back for more pizza and try their drinks. Maybe a round pizza or single slice next time. I absolutely loved the chill ambience of the place. It would have been ideal to sip on a beer or any of their cocktails but didn't expect to wait as long as we did. We definitely had more than enough time to grab a drink or two. I would love to give them another try and update this review to give them a higher ranking. Next time, we'll be staying to enjoy the food and drinks seated in. read more

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Unique pizza flavors with an Asian twist. Delicious, esp when straight out of the oven. The leftovers do not make the best cold pizza though... Portion sizes are large, so perfect to share with a group. And you can do split flavors on the same pizza, so a nice twofer for trying out more flavors! Their chicken wings and their sauces (they have this tasty sesame sauce) are good! And a good array of beers to pair with. I remember there was a clean tasting Japanese lager that I could almost drink like water (and I'm not a big beer person). read more

Pizza Kaiju - Pizza - split flavors - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

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Honestly delicious wings! A lot of different flavors. The pizza was also great, tried their bulgogi and sssig pizza but a little dry. The restaurant has a bar section and another section where a coffee shop lives during the day. The service was wonderful and attentive. Next up is to try their pastas read more

Pizza Kaiju has my favorite Jon traditional slice of pizza: The Wonton Don! It is cheesy, it is sweet, it is spicy, it is savory, it is crunchy! Whoever created this masterpiece is a genius. We have also tried other menu items and everything seems to be solid. The Ube slice was very interesting in a good way, not too sweet, perfect amount of chewy crust. Definitely worth a try as a dessert. My partner has had other slices as well, but even he is stuck in Wonton Don being his favorite. Also, try the doughnuts if they're there. They're huge! Staff is friendly, space is open and minimalistic. Good food, good people running the place. read more

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Unique pizza joint in Barrio Logan. They serve a ton of local beers on tap- Pure Project Brewing, Fall Brewing, AleSmith Brewing Company & more. They have interesting pizza choices like Sisig & Potato Curry. They also serve a variety of desserts. Expect a wait if you order a pizza! Bulgogi Supreme: Sweet & savory. I was hesitant at first, but it was delicious. read more

What a find. WOULD go way out of my way for this again. Pizzas were amazing, with standard and fusion options. Their pepperoni CUPS, if that's important to you (and it should be). By the slice comes out just as good as a fresh whole pie. Wings were incredible. Value for the money is great because everything is top notch and quantity is generous. The ube-filled was probably the best donut of my entire life and even held up great for the next day, because I couldn't eat the whole thing and took half home. Tap selection was exceptional not only in quantity but variety and represents a best-of in my opinion. Everyone working was really delightful and helpful; wish we lived closer because this spot has a local living room kind of feel. They host all kinds of popups too, and rotating brunch specials, so watch their insta to see what's coming up. read more

Got the Mashed potato pizza for takeout and it was VERY good. Crispy crust and a delicious combination on top of garlic cream, mozzarella, cheddar cheese, mashed potato, black garlic miso ranch and green onions. Excellent flavor and texture. Would definitely get this again. I had never been to the restaurant before and it's pretty large inside with a big bar, plenty of places to sit and TVs playing various sports when I was there. Seems like it would be nice for dine-in as well. Will definitely be going back, some of their pizzas are really creative. read more

Pizza Kaiju - Mashed potato pizza - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

Now located in the heart of Barrio Logan, Pizza Kaiju boasts a large facility with plenty of room to entertain. We had our High School team's end of season banquet here tonight, and we couldn't have asked for better hospitality. Don't ask me to rate the food, because everything is off the scale! The pizzas here are made with the finest ingredients and the most unique flavors I have had in the county. Please indulge in their garlic sauce for both dipping your wings and drizzling atop your pizza. Pizza Kaiju is in a class of its own! read more

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Missed the pizza but the brunch was delicious. Took me back to a cozy restaurant in Japan with a little bit of Filipino flair.

Ordered a delivery from door dash. Got the large pizza with pep. Was really good, loaded with pep! The sauce is on the sweeter side. I really liked the reheat too, just zap it for 30 and then drop it on a pan for 5 on medium. Tastes like it just got fired up in the oven!!! 4.8/5. read more

Pizza Kaiju - Pepperoni pizza - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

11/10 experience overall, really would recommend this place. The service was amazing and super friendly, food was very fresh especially the Sisig pizza. The ambiance as well was super aesthetic and really clean. definitely coming back here a lot in the future and would advise everyone else to as well! read more

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I have no picture bc I was busy with eating lol But! I think it would be one of my go to places from now on:) their pizza menu is pretty unique which I really like, tastes, quality, portion, all great I personally couldn't have a good experience with pizza in the states (maybe SD), But this place is definitely worth it to try for all pizza lovers:) also their ambience, interior, all unique and niceeeeee. I'm really glad there's this great place near downtown! read more

Pizza Kaiju had different options for appetizers, entrees and also different kind of beers. We ordered the sisig pizza (square), bulgogi pizza (square) and aporkalypse (circle). I enjoyed all of their pizza, but I'm wondering if it'll be so much better of we got a circle sisig, and bulgogi. It just had too much dough to toppings ratio. Our bartender was great, she gave different recommendations and asked us what kind of beer do we enjoy, I love their blueberry sour (must try!) It was a little loud as it got later in the night but all in all, would still go for the pizza and blueberry sour! read more

I usually never leave reviews but I just had to for this place. My girlfriend and I loved pizza kaiju when they were at the market on 8th and we love them even more at this new location. Food The pies here have interesting takes on both new and familiar flavors. Today we had the white pie, sisig, and sausage slices. All of them equally delicious, especially when paired with whatever their ranch is. I don't know exactly what's in the ranch but it pairs so well with every pie we've tried. So far, every pie we've tried here has been great. Service The service was quick, responsive, and overall very hospitable. The staff here are great and very transparent on how long things will take. The people that helped us today were excellent! Ambiance Now that pizza kaiju has significantly more space it's able to express itself much more through its decoration and seating. There plenty of seating and tables, great for if you ever want to hang out with a group of friends and enjoy a pie together or just spend time. Lastly, they now have beer! read more

Pizza Kaiju - Menu - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

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Fantastic pizza and chicken katsu curry! It's hard to find a place that can do so many types of cuisine well but everything I have tried here is fantastic! read more

This restaurant has a misleading name. "Pizza" Kaju didn't serve pizza until 3 pm. My family and I attempted to stop by here for lunch on a Saturday at 12 pm and were disappointed. The cashier informed us of this, but did give us the option for their brunch menu which included loaded tots and chilaquiles. I would give this place a 1 star for this, but I haven't had food at this particular location. I tried their pizza when they had a food stall in National City and it was tasty then. read more

Great pizza good selection of beers. More of a lounging aread for seatiing but very comfortable. Staff very nice

OMG Pizza Kaiju is now open at a newer & cooler location! The wife & I have been waiting for this moment since the market on 8th location closed. Favorites are the Sisig, Aporkalypse, & Spicy Sausage. The Sisig in particular is a pizza orgasm in your mouth! God bless America, and God bless Pizza Kaiju! read more

Pizza Kaiju - Potato pizza, very nice! - Pizza Near Me - San Diego, California

I came here for the first time the other day and will definitely be back! The service was attentive and accommodating, the place itself is cute and has plenty of space, and the food was yummy! I have celiac disease (can't eat gluten) and nothing on the menu looked gluten free, but I had come here with friends so I knew what to expect. I asked them just in case and was told that unfortunately they didn't have anything on the menu that was gluten free. A couple minutes later the woman up front told me she asked the cook and he said he could make me a specialized dish that was gluten free from the ingredients they had in the kitchen. That alone deserves 5 stars, because most places wouldn't have thought twice to do something that thoughtful! Not only that, but we came in for a special deal they were offering: a free pizza AND wings if we brought in our own board game to play and purchased drinks. The pizza was massive and my friends said these were some of the best wings they've ever had (Soy garlic wings). They had a selection of beers and a few seltzers on tap, so many options! All of the staff were extremely friendly, the food was great, and the inside had plenty of seating options (bar seating, normal tables, and coffee tables with benches and chairs). I will be back, and if you're in the area give this play a try :) read more

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After the zoo today wanted to find a place to eat. This place popped up on my Yelp to try. It's only 7 minutes away from the zoo, located in Barrio Logan. Our first impression was if this place was open because the windows were tinted and could not tell. We walked in and it was a huge place. One room for chef Japanese bar, and the other half pizza dining. Didn't know where to order from. I noticed the guy maybe the owner at the end of room standing by the register so it must of be where I need to order. The place is clean and cute! We ordered the white pizza, chicken karage, Ube cheese, and beers. Everything came out pretty fast. The chicken karage was tasty with its juicy meat inside and crunch outside. The white pizza with the cheese and spinach was delicious and the dough pizza was thin and sweet just how I like it. I liked it so much I was curious with their other varieties. I ended up ordering a whole pizza with half Filipino sisig and half Korean bulgogi. I enjoyed the sisig with jalapeño it gave a kick to the slices. Wish it was more sisig meat and cheese on the pizza. The bulgogi was as good too with its marinated meat and green peppers. I like to eat cold pizza the next day. The next day the pizza was more bread than cheese. The unique dessert Ube cheese was delicious. The combination of the Ube bread, cheese and condensed milk sauce on top was very tasty all together. Not too sweet but sweet. The place had so many unique pizza varieties and your typical variety you see at other pizza places. I enjoy the place and will be back soon to try other offerings. The owner was pretty cool to talk to too. I'm happy to support small businesses with friendly service. read more

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I was driving through Barrio Logan a few weeks ago and remember seeing this place. Being Japanese, "kaiju" caught my eye and I knew I wanted to check it out. I went today and really enjoyed it. The mentaiko (cod roe) cream pasta was delicious though I added red pepper flakes to give it more of a kick. The karaage chicken was seasoned perfectly and I loved the cabbage with a light Japanese dressing. For dessert, I got a matcha cream filled donut. The cream was not overly sweet which was nice since the donut was dusted with sugar. They also had a large selection of draught beers but I did not partake. The service was great and the staff made sure we enjoyed everything. There was tons of space and it looked like it could be a great venue for events. I also loved the simple yet eclectic Japanese touches. I will definitely go back. read more

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