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    Sonny's

    4.0 (121 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Pepperoni pizza
    Jenny T.

    The cheesesteak is a skip here (not much cheese for some reason), but I enjoyed the pizza and it's definitely in my top five pizzas in LA. High quality ingredients, correct amount of pepperoni, not too overly chewy or salty. I also liked the basil on the side. Lots of metered street parking in the area, single bathroom inside with a code, and standing room only when dining in. Casual, but clean and good natural lighting inside. Service was quick, we ordered for pick up and it was ready at 12:30 on the dot.

    Gregg L.

    This review is specifically about the cheesesteak and the experience of the shop as I have not tried the pizza yet. From what I saw it looks fantastic though. I stopped in around 12:30PM on a Sunday. Walked in to about 20 other people waiting for their food. Just a bit more chaotic than it probably needed to be overall, but it's a pizza shop so it's understandable. The cheesesteak itself is probably the best rendition of a modern Philly cheesesteak I've had in LA. Meat is tender and well seasoned. Plenty of melted american cheese. The seeded roll was light, airy and one of the best I've had in my 18 years in LA. With all that said, I've got some constructive criticism. Number one is it's too small for $24. I was expecting a full size Philly cheesesteak for that price and was done each half in only a few bites. Second, I think they are using jalapeños instead of long hots on the sandwich. They're tasty, but not the flavor profile I was looking for. All in all, probably the best tasting cheesesteak in Los Angeles right now. I'd eat it any time it's offered to me, but at $24 for the small portion, it'll be more of a luxury item than a casual lunch type of thing for me.

    Gary D.

    Battle of The Wagyu Beef sandwiches is done! Sonny's is by far the best tasting sandwich. The use of jalapenos instead of bell peppers is the best. This adds a kick that you never knew you needed. The portion and taste is better than most at the same price point. Restaurant was busy . Staff was friendly. Restroom and restaurant was very clean.

    Quanisha K.

    This was my first time trying Sonny's and I ordered on Uber Eats so I can't attest to the ambiance, but the service was pretty fast and the food was still warm! I got the new Wagyu cheesesteak. My favorite things about it was that it was pretty spicy because there's chopped jalapeños in there and I love spicy food so that was nice to have on the cheesecake! It was also decently cheesy which was nice! But I gave it 4 stars because I'm from the East Coast and it didn't quite hit like an East Coast cheesesteak, but it wasn't bad at all and worth trying if you enjoy wagyu! It was definitely filling though & I'd definitely go back to try their different pizzas etc

    Jalapeño pep slice with burrata
    Ryan H.

    The jalapeño pizza was sooo yummy! Not great seating so by the time we got the pizza home it wasn't as warm as we'd hoped. But this is a solid take on a New Jersey slice. Crust was a littleeee burnt but the favor was wonderful and I'm def coming back! Note: cannot buy by the slice... it was about $40 for the pizza and we added burratta taking our total to closer to $50. 2 slices were plenty for moderately hungry humans but I can see 3 being a solid portion.

    Daniel V.

    Best cheesesteak in the city hands down! absolutely gas, the bread is so good. pizza is top 3 in my opinion, its great overall! highly recommend! service was good too as well. dope they got some tvs caught a soccer match!

    Jeffery N.

    Starting off, nice spot. Very chill interior, lowly lit nice place to talk. Parking is bad per usual in la. Cashier was chill. As for the pizza itself, it was solid. It had great texture and crunch all around, very good ingredients as well. That being said, I think the sauce was prominent and stood out but the other ingredients were not as strong. I would have liked more cheese and I didn't really enjoy the pepperoni. They were flat and didn't add much flavor to the pizza as I would have hoped. Definitely not burnt but slightly over cooked as well. Burrata was a good touch, would have liked more for what we payed for. Solid taste was almost a 4, but giving a 3 because probably wouldn't go again compared to some other spots in the area in terms of taste. I also don't know another place that charges 18% for tax as well

    Got a Pepperoni Jalapeño Pizza & a Hat.
    Amy N.

    I feel bad for anyone who didn't get that solid undercarriage on their pizza because my pepperoni jalapeño was fire. Sonny's was a little dark inside, but still a whole vibe, I was low-key ready to ask for the playlist because whoever had aux knew what they were doing. Not sure if the counters are meant for dining, but there's seating there, plus standing bar tables for anyone staying to eat. Back to my pepperoni jalapeño pizza! I loved it. The wait was a little longer than expected, but it gave me time to snag a hat for my husband, so no complaints. The crust was perfect, the flavor was on point, and that sprinkle of basil on top? Ughh I love basil (lol) so it was perfect. We love pizza, and this easily ranks up there with our favorites.

    Karl K.

    I've been hearing a lot of buzz about Sonny's lately and finally had the chance to check it out. It did not disappoint! I walked in around lunchtime and was able to grab a seat at the counter definitely the best seat in the house. It was great watching them prep and fire the pizzas right in front of me. I ordered a pepperoni and jalapeño (held the hot honey since it's not my thing) and it was out of the oven in less than 20 minutes. First off, these pizzas are huge. The pepperoni was curled and charred perfectly, and the fresh jalapeños added a great kick. Oh and a side of fresh basil ties it all together. This is easily some of the best East Coast style pizza I've had in a long time. Well done, Sonny's. Do yourself a favor and grab a pie from here. You're welcome!

    Look at the perfect pizza pie!
    Daniel Y.

    So I've had all the bomb spots in NYC and New Haven, this our bomb spot IN LA! If you're looking for a true rendition of some east coast pies this is the spot. No parking lots, and very little seating is the secret sauce to a good pizza in LA. I saw this place on IG and I let them do its thing onto convincing me that I should try this place and it was far from perfect. It's was and ima say it, possibly the best pizza I have ever had in Los Angeles. I won't name drop the other 1-2 contenders but this was God tier! There I said it. GOD TIER PIZZA! So just need to mention every eatery that is doing extremely well will have lines and lots of wait. So be patient. You will have your pie soon! Order online or in person but buyer beware! Expect to wait. Even though my pizza said it will be ready at 2:15 I didn't leave until about 3. Patience is a virtue. 35 bucks later and a pizza box the size of Texas had me on my way home to share with my wife and some family. The size of the slice is HUGE. Real east coast style pizza I tell ya! Good flavor, perfect ratio of cheese, pep, sauce and crust. Amazing pizza won't let you down the slightest bit.

    Dough was sad. Toppings were ok , meets expectation . Burrata was super good
    Joellen C.

    Good flavor, the crust was a little chewy but that could be because we had it delivered and not fresh. Burrata was phenomenal and the highlight of the party. My pizza ranking: * pizzeria sei * pizzana * Roberta's * prince st pizza * Sonny's (toppings were more fresh than prince st but prince st had better dough and you eat way more dough per slice than toppings so prince st takes the cake)

    Sarah S.

    Whenever the hype proves real, it's such a good feeling. And the hype is surely real with Sonny's. When they first got going about six months ago, it was wild trying to get a pizza but that initial craze has subsided a bit and you can order a pizza online for pickup pretty easily now. It's absolutely expensive for their pizza's but it's also absolutely worth it. However the most important piece is you need to eat the pizza immediately. My mouth is watering just thinking about how great it was, but the leftovers were mid. They have a few standing tables or get to your cat & shove that thing in your mouth - eat that pizza fresh! It's actually a pretty life changing experience. You must add Mike's Hot Honey for $2 and the Burrata for $8 and your Pepperoni pizza is going to come out to $55 when all is said and done. They only do full pizzas rn - no slices - so get ready to devour greatness. Important to also note, these pizzas are HUGE! I could barely finish one piece and my male friend barely finished 2. Massive sizes so hearing zomg, fifty dollar pizzas may be jarring - but I thought the price was pretty on point for the quality, size and care put into it. This is thin crusts done right, very crispy with well done edges, with the sauce and cheese becoming one ingredient melded together in gooey happiness. The pepperoni was well spread out over the base in small disc protein form. The burrata comes packaged up separately which is so smart to not drench the pizza into soggy abyss. With the hot honey and burrata, the pepperoni pizza is truly perfection. This definitely IS the best new pizza around town. LA's Pizza Game is so strong!

    Fern H.

    If you're chasing a true East Coast slice in LA, Sonny's Pizza is absolutely in that conversation and it's clear they take their shit seriously. Walking in, you immediately get that stripped-down, no-frills pizzeria vibe. It's not trying to be trendy or over-designe it's focused pretty small simple joint. You can tell the priority is the pizza, not the aesthetic or atmosphere. Let's start with what they do right, because there's a lot of it. The dough has that legit Jersey/New York backbone: thin, structured, and built for crackle. The sauce is bright and slightly tangy, not overly sweet, and it plays well with the cheese instead of overpowering it. It's not very pointy if that makes any sense, balanced but definitely could've use a bit more on my pepperoni pie. The cheese itself is pretty good melt, nice stretch, evenly laid. Toppings are handled with restraint and intention, whatever. They're good quality and that's what matters. Nothing feels sloppy or overdone in terms of quantity. Now here's where my experience slightly diverged from the hype. I know Sonny's leans into that crispy, no-flop undercarriage that's part of the appeal, their fucking selling point. But my pie came out a bit past that line. The bottom and edges had a noticeably darker char than expected borderline burnt in some spots. Not completely ruined, but enough to shift the flavor profile into a more bitter, overly toasted territory. It looked significantly different from the pizza some folks were eating in the bar and the table next to us. So idk dude. Not sure if I got what their exemplary perfect pizza is designed to be. Even after watching tons of videos on instagram and TikTok from people like jack dining room, how kev eats and 1 hour lunch break. To me it's clear there is a difference from what I ate to what's represented online and whatnot. Mine leaned heavier on the "well-done" side, which took away a bit of that ideal texture contrast. And even the cheese looked a bit different than what I saw advertised. Just by a bit but it was noticeable. The vibe overall is quick, efficient, and very East Coast.more "grab your slice and keep it moving" than a drawn-out dining experience. It gets busy, and you can see why. Lots of orders and people picking up. Bottom line: Sonny's is doing a lot right and absolutely deserves recognition for bringing legit East Coast-style pizza to LA. I just wish my particular pie had hit that sweet spot instead of drifting slightly into overcooked / lacking quality assurance territory Still one of the better slices in the city but definitely not the best. Still giving it a 5 because it tops anything you can get in shitty OC. At least we have Prince street and Slice House are here now and they execute what I'm basically looking for in pizza. Maybe I'm wrong though and it was standard. I guess we shall see on my next visit. Also deserves a 5 because it was still pretty damn tasty considering the circumstances and the potential for improvement is certainly there. Quality is quality, and they possess that and clearly they have a well defined style and concept. Thats the style I like. New York / New Jersey type shit. Look forward to coming back and ordering the plain and pepperoni jalapeño.

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