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    The Pizza Taproom

    4.2 (290 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Beer Bar, Vegan
    Closed 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for groups

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    Jonathan K.

    Conveniently located in La Jolla, this place has a very casual and chill vibe where you can get great pizzas and a wide array of drinks all at the same time. They have a very wide selection of drinks including a beer wall. If you want a place to casually socialize but also want real food, this is the place to be. I usually order the meat lover pizza. The pizza is very well done and quite flavorful. The crust is also very crispy. The wait can be a bit on the longer end during prime dinner time, but overall the pizza came out on a timely fashion. Servers are all very nice and answered all the questions. They were very helpful in helping me decide what drinks to get. Some of them also strike small conversations creating a very social and friendly environment. Parking is plentiful. The parking lot is very open and free! That's very hard to come by these days especially in the heart of La Jolla.

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    Liz R.

    Yummy pizza! Fun seating with tvs, games, and even a self serve tap bar. My bf and I came on a random, so glad we did because we tried their small buffalo ranch pizza and it was so delicious. It was nice and creamy, the cheese paired great with their sauce and the crust was crusty - how we like it haha. We also got their Chicken Alfredo Pasta, a great sharing size! Also great and it had mushrooms a nice addition. The workers were friendly and patient with us as we skimmed the menu. We didn't wait long for our food to come out either, fast and efficient I would say. Overall great place! Would definitely come back for pizza night with friends it seems like a fun atmosphere (they have game boards)!

    Brian D.

    The pizza taproom is one of the few places that are sports bar esque in the UTC area. The combos have a really good value and there's many beers and wine to choose from. The pizza was decent but good for the price. Fast service and self serve options as well.

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    Becky L.

    What an incredible accidental find.. I was craving chicken wings ans pizza and this place SERVED!!!! I'm a sucker for pizza by the slice and they had a bunch of options. My slice was perfectly cooked and well made with fresh veggies piles on top. The hot honey chicken wings were incredible - perfectly fried and juicy and sticky with that sweet spice that lingered on your lips for a few minutes. I enjoyed the beer tap wall, you get a card and get to fill your own glass with beer. its a great way to sample new drinks without bothering the bar tender! I'm also a crazy person and like to mix beers together like Heff's and sours.. some don't taste great, but that's cool I tried it judgement free!

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    Steph L.

    Large parking lot shared with lots of other businesses. They have a huge beer selection. Pizza's are $4 a slice or $9.95 for 2 slices and a drink. They have a slice cabinet at the register. Order at the register and they bring the food to you. Each table had Parmesan, chili oil and red pepper flakes. Napkins are by the soda machine. I did not see a trash can anywhere. They have lots of indoor seating. Tried: pepperoni pizza slice. It was thin and crispy. A step above Costco. A little oily.

    The service and the pizza was amazing, and the servers were very kind as well. Very funny and friendly people, especially Ralph and Caleb. The vibe was also neat and not too crowded

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    Betty C.

    Fun and friendly atmosphere with all the playoff games on I just love how fast and friendly they are, even though they're always packed & hustling ~ super busy! Their delicious choices are healthy -oh thank goodness

    Truffle Mushroom Pizza & Margherita Pizza

    Delicious! The flavors are amazing, the crust is a yummy texture, and I love that they have pizza by the slice. Nice servers and mood lighting. A cool break from the shops!

    Having fun eating Classic Vegan pizza
    Paula C.

    I originally found the Pizza Taproom when my daughter began her studies at UCSD and we stopped by to check it out because she had heard they had vegan options. We had so much fun being able to try beers from the taps ourselves (one of our favorite things is the cards that you tap and pour your own beer). So, when it was time for my daughter's graduation, I sent an email to the manager and set up a reservation for her to have some family and friends for her graduation party. Everyone was able to choose their own pizzas and beers and then we just paid for everything at the end after everyone enjoyed themselves. There was food for everyone's dietary preferences (Vegan and gluten free). They had set up an area for us and even let me have the cake delivered(they kept it refrigerated) before we arrived. The staff was so accommodating and the manager, Yara, was exceptional with communication before and after the party to make sure everything went as planned. I would highly recommend this place!

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    4 months ago

    The pizza here is definitely one of my absolute favorites. My family and I love coming here.

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    4 months ago

    Fast service and very good beer service. I liked La Choufe and the house hazy iPad. Friendly service.​​

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    7 months ago

    Best pizza in La Jolla! Very fast service too - clerk was nice too would reccomend to come back

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    5 months ago

    Love this place! The vegan options are fantastic. Have been coming here for the last year. Definitely a great spot to check out!

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    3 months ago

    Great place! Love the beer selection and the pizza is great. Their sours are really good!

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    6 months ago

    Always loved coming to Taproom, best hot honey pizza ever. They are always nice and welcoming here and the beer wall is a must

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    3 months ago

    Great pizza, and beers. Fun time, helpful staff. 18 beers and 2 wines. Self pour- so do a taste testing.

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    4 months ago

    awesome pizza and prices!!! Enjoyed dinner at Z pizza and a movie at La Jolla AMC! Enjoy the yummy pizza!

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    7 months ago

    Good sliced pizza and love the self pour beer and wine!! Even frosted glasses!! Great stop after going to the movies!

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    Do they have a happy hour menu? I can't find it on their website if they do

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