Gourmet pizza with a Brazilian twist. The Rio de Janeiro and SaoPaulo pizzas are their Brazilian specialties, tried the buffalo chicken slice super flavorful & perfectly spicy. They have variety of cakes, and the homemade Brazilian flan is dessert perfection. Friendly staff, easy patio seating, and plenty of parking. read more

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Okay this place surprised me! My bro wanted pizza and I wanted to sit and eat it, and have a beer as well. Sampas has a few beers on tap and a bunch of styles of pizza to choose from. We got one of the Brazilian style topping pizzas and one traditional. Both were good but I would honestly just eat my way through their Brazilian stuff since it seems to be their specialty. It's a cute little place. Comfy enough and clean and good. Service is polite and helpful. Totally a winner! I would suggest they invest in more booth tables to invite the longer hangout beer pizza crowd, but I can't complain since it's a little tough to find a comfy clean cozy place for beer and pizza that is casual in SM. Go check it out!! read more

My family and I were really excited when we heard Sampas was opening, especially since we loved the previous pizza place, Dagwoods, and we live nearby. Unfortunately, our experiences have been disappointing each time we've visited. The food quality has been hit-or-miss, with several orders messed up, and the toppings often tasting like they came from a can, rather than fresh ingredients. We also got a stale Nutella dessert. We have tried multiple pizzas and enjoyed their mushroom one, but there are plenty of better pizzerias in Santa Monica. The service hasn't been great either such as having to wait for the cashier to stop staring at her phone or stop eating, to take our order at the counter along with general unfriendliness. We were also disappointed that the dining room was remodeled and whitewashed. We have dined at plenty of Brazilian restaurants that we really liked - this is not one of them. read more

Tiny pizza charged me $5 but my Apple Pay showed $6. They automatically charged me 25% for gratutity even though I didn't authorize it! Tiny burnt edges not even fresh Don't go here Shady and gross read more

We were sad when Dagwoods closed and Santa Monica lost another restaurant we really liked. Its location on Wilshire was perfect for us when either walking to the beach or heading home after. We were happy to see that Sampas recently moved into the same location and had to try it! It's different than Dagwoods in that the slices are smaller and it takes longer for them to be prepared. Dagwoods slices were very large, like you'd get from most NY style pizza places. Sampas slices are smaller but priced accordingly. You can order a slice of any of their specialty or traditional pizzas at the same reasonable price. If you liked Dagwoods I I recommend trying Sampas out. Although their slices are smaller and take longer to prepare, they use quality ingredients and the wait is worth it. The dough seems slightly different than typical NY Style Pizza. Never had Brazilian Style before but we really liked it. Both of us even enjoyed the crust! The restaurant was very clean and bright with several televisions for viewing sports. The seating was new and comfortable. Our server Sara was very nice and attentive. Give them a try. read more

Sampas Pizza - Slices of Cheese and Pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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$10-20 Saw this place pop up in Santa Monica and was super excited to try it out. Came in yesterday for their deal and Was pretty disappointed, to be honest. The biggest thing was the lack of customer service. When I was served, I wasn't given a water and when I asked for ice water, she fills up a glass with plain water, and then gives it to me with a whatever attitude. I looked at another table before I left and another customer had a whole pitcher of water. I was never offered that pitcher, nor even any water to begin with! I've eaten at soooo many restaurants in the city and never once have I had to get up and ask for my own water. Also, the pizza was mediocre at best! Super dry, lukewarm, and lacking in any real type of flavor (it seems to be a common complaint) Maybe if the waitress had a better attitude, it would've made the experience better, but for what it's worth I would definitely recommend going somewhere else. So glad I didn't pay full price for their pizza because I would've been pissed! You're better off at Domino's! read more

We ate there once and the wings were good normal wings, normal size, tasty. We ordered again today and the wings were tiny. They had very little meat on them, and were mostly overcooked. Shrinkflation strikes again! read more

Sampas Pizza - Wing shrinkflation! - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Found this place on yelp. We tried 4 different flavors and they were all great. Ultimate group favorite was the prosciutto. I recommend trying this place out ! read more

Sampas Pizza - Half and half - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Really hope the place is reopening because these are the best pizzas in Santa Monica. Fresh, quality ingredients, amazing crust, and a well run place that delivered quickly. read more

Picked up two to go pizzas from and was disappointed with both. We ordered the Veggie and the Portuguesa pizzas and both were lacking in flavor and crispness. The bottoms of both were soggy, which may have been caused by the 5 min walk home, but really it was so soggy I had trouble lifting the slice up without everything falling apart. Flavor wise, the Veggie was alright but would never order the Portuguesa again. To Sampa's credit, it did indeed really taste like egg but that was the only true flavor that came through. Would skip this place next time I'm craving pizza. read more

Fantastic pizza, and you can get half and half pizzas (or more). We got the half Sau Paolo (with chicken and corn) and half Veggie. Great stuff! read more

Sampas Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

CA certainly isn't known for good pizza, especially in Modern times, but this was surprisingly good! It was delish, and seem to be made with high quality ingredients because I did not feel bloated afterwards, the way I would with a place using seed oils, or other processes not of high standards. This is a great place! read more

Went there for lunch just wanted just a slice of pizza and a salad. She indicated that two slices and a salad were $12.75 got it as it was not much more so I took it. I was brought out the two slices but no salad so I asked for the salad ... started to eat almost the second slice of pizza went inside told her just to put the salad in a bag to go!! I had ordered a Greek salad. Just went to eat the salad and it NOT a Greek salad but some funky tree lettuce salad- that was a waste of what $10!!! I don't live in this area so it's not like I was going back there again, but I will never go back if I'm in that area. Simple order should not be messed up that badly. It wasn't even crowded. And I Gave a tip should never did that before service. I didn't even get silverware with the to go salad. Oh, and the pizza wasn't even that good read more

Sampas Pizza - This is the NOT Greek salad I paid for - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

MUST TRY!! This new local owned pizza place is our new favorite pizza spot. Delicious pizza with quality ingredients. Crust is chewy and crusty at the same time. They also serve amazing sweet pizzas but we ate before the picture. read more

Sampas Pizza - Half Prosciutto half New York pizza - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Yum!!! The pizza is really good. Delicious cheese. San Marzano sauce. Chewy dough. 2 slices and a beer for around $15. Pizza hit the spot. Friendly service. Good ambiance, it's a pizza place. Just what you would expect in that regard. Clean. read more

Sampas Pizza - Pizza Cheese - draft beer - Brazil and American flag. - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Wow!! This little spot is a hidden gem. So happy I found it on Yelp otherwise would had never gone in. I had the best gluten free pizza there. They had great favors, and serve a good amount and good quality of meat for toppings. Their deserts were also very delicious. The service didn't disappoint. Our server was friendly and helpful with suggestions. The ambiance is more casual. Prob a good place to go in between your weekly spots. read more

Was so thrilled to try this spot in my neighborhood for takeout pizza because I hadn't had Brazilian pizza before. Unfortunately the pizzas were super greasy and the amount of cheese was oddly way too much. I tried to take some off but it ruined the pizza and I was a bit disappointed. Wanted to eat more but the cheese was filling and not in a good way. Shame, because the flavor profile was great and I really wanted to love it and have a new local pizza place. I never throw away leftover pizza but even the next day it just was not appealing. We got the Rio De Janeiro and the Hawaiian (pineapples had no taste). Guy behind the counter was nice and the place itself would be a decent spot to have a super casual meal. read more

Absolutely loved this place! The gluten-free crust was delicious (which is hard to find), and the service was amazing. Everyone was so kind and attentive. I'll definitely be coming back!! read more

Amazing thin style pizza, cooked to perfection. Had gluten free crust and couldn't even tell it. So good, well seasoned, hidden gem. Fantastic service, very kind guy read more

Happy Hour! First of all, it's the best pizza in town. The choice of pizzas from traditional to Brazilian to SpeCaitlyn is truly insane. And the best part is you can get EVERY pizza they offer done as a slice if you wish... none of this "slice in a cage, we reheat whatever's left". Every slice is fresh cooked. Cheese is outrageously good and baked to perfection. Ingredients taste like they are out of your garden. Staff is friendly. Sports on TV and sunshine outside. As for happy hour... 2 for one beer and $10 personal pizzas are best deal in town. Don't know these guys personally, but love them and their place. read more

This place has become my family's go-to pizza spot. The staff are all so friendly and helpful. My husband loves their gluten free crust. I love how we're able to try so many of their specialty pizzas without having to buy a large, they sell most by the slice. I think about their dessert pizzas a few times a week. Seriously. Just try the guava and cheese pizza, trust me. Damnit now I want a slice. read more

A wonderful new addition to the neighborhood and some of the best pizza in Santa Monica. I've only had slices (they can make fresh slices or any of their pizzas) and it is really darn good. Love the dough flavor and resulting light crisp crust; and the toppings are all really fresh and original. It's cool that they have both Brazilian and traditional style pizzas so when you do slices you can try something you've never (at least I've never) had before! All of the staff and owners are the nicest people and it feels really welcoming and relaxed inside. I love the Brazilian music playing and looking forward to trying all of their sides soon. As a former Dagwoods fan and patron I'm so happy to see a really great family owned pizza restaurant take its place that's quality in food and character. Now stop reading and go enjoy some delicious pizza (grab a slice of the Calabresa for me). read more

Sampas Pizza - Calabresa slice and Cheese slice. Delicious. - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Nice pizza place. Very clean inside, good Brazilian neutral music that dont distract from eating or having a conversation. I got 2 slices - supreme and Joe Rogan's one with pineapple and anchovy lol. Both had a good taste and crispy crust. The service was great and the lady at the counter was friendly. I wish this business prosperity in this hard times. Give this place a try - its worth it read more

Sampas Pizza - Supreme Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

The pasta with Brazilian sausage is excellent and the pizza is really really good. Lots of choices and Brazilian pizza styles aren't bad either. read more

I always went to Dagwoods, and it's hard to find a replacement, but this is the closest I've found and appreciate their take.

I've only had the traditional pizza here and not any of the Brazilian pizzas. But I like the pizza a lot. I get the pepperoni which probably feeds two people. The employees are very friendly and it looks like they have good desserts which I've never had. read more

So this pretty much left me with my mouth open. I can't believe the quality. The pizza is better than anything I've ever had. Tastes like a memory it's wild. Childhood memories came rushing back. My father was alive again and my grandfather still drinking his tea in the cool afternoons in Argentina. In the end as the pizza was gone so was the caress of those moments. read more

First time trying Had the calabresa Very tasty and they do not hold back on toppings , very generous amount of sausage cheeese and onions . Look forward to trying other specialty pizzas read more

Delicious food. Tried them all: pizza, pasta, desserts. Everything tastes like homemade food. And such a welcoming environment with the nicest Brazilian people serving you. The lunch special is a such a great deal $. Nice sized salad with 2 slices of pizza. Thank you! read more

Excellent pizza ! Same owners as marina del ray location. I loved the bbq chicken and veggie. Have also tried the Brazilian pizza with corn. All are great! A must try! read more

Sampas Pizza - Half veggie. Half bbq chicken. - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Great customer service at Sampa's Pizza! Super friendly and really helpful. Orders are always on time and fresh. Highly recommend!

Pet friendly patio and good food and service mini dessert cup was all condensed milk but the pizza was excellent and brahma Brazilian beer

We had a team pizza party at Sampas pizza in Santa Monica on a Saturday evening. We called a few hours in advance and they were more than accommodation to reserve a nice area for us. Once we were there everything was exceptional. We were a large groups with loud kids and the staff took amazing care of us. Pizza is really delicious, possibly the best I've had in the area including all the gourmet spots. They have a great selection of good beers and wine on top of everything. TV's playing all the big sporting events as well. Truly 5 stars all around read more

This is great pizza at a great price! If you come from 3 to 6 PM they have a happy hour going on where any pizza on the menu is only $10 right now. My wife and toddler love coming here after going to the park to pick up a to go pizza. We like cheese and tomato and basil. I've also eaten inside too. The ambiance is nice and the place feels cozy. The pizza is always fresh, light, and thin. I definitely recommend checking them out especially around their happy hour pricing. read more

Best pizza ever! Gourmet slices and fresh ingredients. The staff is super friendly and the desserts display is killer. read more

Sampas Pizza - 8 slices in 1 pie... 5 cheese, portuguesa, São Paulo, calabresa, calabresa, bbq, búffalo Chicken and lasagna!!! Dmnnnn that was so good. - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Amazing unique pizza experience with Brazilian flavor and great service must go! Everything is fresh and delicious! Highly recommended to go and try read more

Sampas Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Pizza is decent though they have gotten my order wrong before. Wanted this to be my new spot but they don't take cash or they don't make change. if you don't have exact cash, you have to pay with a card so that's not really convenient and they're not very accommodating when they do make mistakes. customer service is lacking. kinda ruined our day :/ read more

As funcionárias são muito simpáticas , sorridentes e atenciosas. Meu prato favorito é o spaghetti com calabresa. Também gosto das coxinhas e da pizza estilo São Paulo. O ambiente é tranquilo e o atendimento é ótimo. Esse restaurante é um dos meus restaurantes no mundo inteiro e sempre é um prazer dar um pulo no sampas. Eu preciso dar uma brecada porque tô ficando gordo por conta do macarrão que eu como frequentemente nesse lugar. read more

Best location of the best pizza spot in town!! Great place to hang out any time, any day of the week. Eu amo Sampa's! read more

Sampas Pizza - Açaí and cappuccino - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Delicious pizza with lots of toppings to choose from, friendly and kind staff, easy parking.