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    Tribute Pizza

    4.4 (1.3k reviews)
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    Closed 4:00 pm - 8:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Dye another day
    Mariam R.

    Best pizza outside of New York that I've had? Possibly yes! For appetizers, we ordered the Brussels sprouts. It was a generous portion, and even though I'm not usually a big Brussels sprouts fan, I really enjoyed them. We tried the Dye Another Day and King of the Crown pizzas and loved both. The King of the Crown is Detroit-style, and one slice was enough to fill me up. Great flavors and definitely memorable Christian, our waiter, was super helpful. The entire restaurant has an awesome vibe, making it a great place to hang out and enjoy some seriously good pizza. P.S: ask for a side of hot honey :)

    Summer Stone Fruit Salad
    Jenny Z.

    We visited on a weekday night. It gets fairly packed, so reserving on Resy a few days in advance is a good idea. We lucked out and found street parking right away, which is notoriously rare for North Park. We were seated near the pizza station, which gave us a fun front-row seat to watch the chefs work their magic. The staff truly made the experience. Our server was energetic, knew the menu inside out, and gave great recommendations. Following his advice, we started with the stone fruit salad. It was a solid 5/5, and my boyfriend was obsessed with it. The stracciatella and fruits paired perfectly together, balanced by a hint of savoriness from the balsamic oil. The highlight was the toasted focaccia croutons, which were crunchy on the outside but soft and chewy on the inside. For the main, we split a 13-in with half classic combo and half hellboy. The classic combo (4/5) was a delicious homage to the OG Costco combo pizza. The hellboy (3/5) was a bit too sweet for my preference, but it tasted better balanced with a side of their ranch. I think for 2 people, this was a good amount of food. Overall, it was a great experience with phenomenal drinks. We are already planning our next visit to try their other pizza offerings.

    Open kitchen
    Stephanie B.

    I have been waiting to try this place as it was ranked in the top 100 pizza places in the country recently and all the buzz on Yelp. I made a reservation a few weeks in advance because of long wait times previously quoted for walk ins. Ambiance: inside an old post office. The kitchen is completely open air in the center, so you can see them making everything. They have indoor and outdoor patio seating. Parking can be really difficult and I've been quoted almost a 2 hour wait for walk ins on the weekend for dinner, so definitely best to make a reservation. Service: Service was good. Our server explained the menu to us and checked on us often. They say pizzas can take 45 mins during busy times, but it wasn't that long of a wait for us. Food: The foccacia they had lined up looked great, but we were already getting plenty of bread in our pizza that we didn't try that. We started with an order of four meatballs, which I thought was a bit pricey, but the meatballs were a good size and the sauce was delicious. It came with toasted sourdough bread as well, which paired nicely with the meatballs and extra sauce. For pizza, we ordered the 13" of dye another day with sausage added and classic combo supreme.I liked the cheese sprinkled on the dye another day crust. I had a hard time getting a taste of the three sauces. We added sausage and it was so subtle, I almost mentioned that it was supposed to have sausage added to it when they delivered it to our table, but ended up seeing little specs of it. We also ordered the classic combo supreme, which was a higher quality Costco supreme pizza. I did enjoy this one. Overall, the pizza was good, but a little floppy. I prefer the crust a bit firmer. Salads also looked good and I would try one next time.

    Hellboi & Classic Combo Supreme
    Saima M.

    Wow! This place is absolutely worth the hype! Another pizza spot recommended it to us, and they were spot on. We got lucky and scored a same day reservation, but I definitely recommend planning ahead and booking in advance to save yourself the stress. Of course, we had to get pizza. We ordered half Hellboy and half Classic Combo Supreme. From the very first bite, you could tell the ingredients were incredibly fresh. I especially loved the tomato sauce, and the amount of toppings was perfect. The winner for me was the Classic Combo, it had a little bit of everything and all the flavors worked so well together. My favorite part, though, was the crust. It was perfectly crunchy and had such a great texture. The kale salad is also a must-order! Everything tasted fresh, and the ingredients paired so well together. It was the perfect palate cleanser between slices of pizza. This place left me wanting more, and that's always a good sign. I'll definitely be making excuses to come back to San Diego just to eat here again!

    Jessie G.

    Make a reservation. No, really. We were on vacation and didn't have one. The women behind us were chatting about having tried 3 times to get in without booking first. Thankfully, we got lucky. Young miss at the desk put us on the list after refusing a $20 tip. (Very un-Vegas. Tips get you anywhere.) We went across to Finca for a drink while we waited. Get the 18" that takes longer. Get the soft serve. You're dissing yourself if you don't. It's beautiful, clean, buzzy. Nice staff. All the things. Just go already.

    Inside
    Fred S.

    Love the service, ordered cheese Neapolitan, Detroit w/ Mikes hot honey, Kale Caesar, Sangria, Tribute IPA, Shirley Temple. Great environment for dates and family alike. Comfortable booths if you prefer it and noise at a perfect level. 5/5 everything, food, service, speed even! We will be back, maybe for a special occasion! Only thing that can be tough is the final check, lol! Great time, thanks for a wonderful experience.

    Kale Salad
    Linh N.

    5/5, incredible! We walked in for a celebratory dinner on a Thursday evening at the place was buzzin. Reservations are definitely recommended and are posted 25 days out. We had to wait about 30 minutes for a table around 5ish to sit at the community table which in the name can explain that its shared with other parties. I wanted to provide the hugest shout out to our server Kevin who was absolutely fantastic. He was personable, he provided recs, he checked in and provided us what we needed so promptly even though he was supporting a huge party of 30+ as well. He also provided us with a complimentary dessert for our celebration. Thanks Kevin!! As for food, we got: - Kale Salad: the best kale salad I've ever had in my life, the sauce was creamy, but also umami and had a kick to it because of the calabrian chilies, the croutons were so tasty and I could live off this salad - Hot Boi w/ hot honey on the side: The crust was thin and crisp and we got the hot honey on the side to control the sweetness of the honey, but honestly, it was so good with the hot honey, I would definitely get the Hotboi as is next time, delish! This za was an odd to Scarr's pizza in NY and it was perfection - Soft Serve - Oh my goodness, I didn't know that a soft serve combination could floor me, but this did. Tribute makes everything in house and their vanilla soft serve with strawberry hibiscus (seasonal) mix was perfect - the vanilla wasn't too sweet, the strawberry hibiscus tasted like a jam and the combination worked super well together

    Roasted veggies
    Komal B.

    Tribute Pizza in North Park is one of my go-to spots for a really good gourmet pizza night. Everything is made in-house - from the dough and crust to even the cheese, and you can absolutely taste the difference. I've been here a few times, including for my birthday, and it never disappoints. The caramelized onion pizza(Brooklyn's Best) is amazing, and the Brussels sprouts are a must-have. They also have a surprisingly good noodle dish, which I didn't expect at a pizza place but ended up loving. All of their pizzas are consistently great, it's one of those places where you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Just a heads up, reservations can be tricky to get and walk-ins often mean a long wait (sometimes up to an hour), so I'm always on the lookout for an open slot. They're also only open for dinner. The space itself adds to the experience, it used to be an old USPS building, which gives it a lot of character. Parking can be tough since it's North Park... or "NoPark" as some people call it, but it's worth the effort. Overall, such a solid spot for high-quality, creative pizza. Definitely a favorite.

    Melanie V.

    We have been to Tribute a few times now and absolutely love it. We came on a whim for our first date night out with our baby, and luckily they were able to get us seated quickly without a reservation. However this time around, I am not able to eat dairy or soy, and they were able to accommodate my dietary restrictions with ease! It has not been easy to find restaurants that can modify their menu for these restrictions, so I was thrilled to hear most of the menu was modifiable. We ordered the Brussels sprouts, vegano supreme, and the hellboy with their vegan cheese. Omg everything was so delicious, they always have amazing flavors. I could eat piles of their Brussels sprouts. The vegan ranch was also really good. One thing that really stands out at Tribute is their top tier service. They are knowledgeable, attentive, and friendly. We had ordered a beer but never received it which is no biggie (it was super busy), but they then gave us the beer on the house, plus a vegan sorbet that was amazing! Also for how busy the restaurant is, the servers constantly checked in on our table and our waters were always filled. San Diego is lucky to have an establishment like Tribute Pizza. If I lived walking distance from here I would definitely be a regular! I will definitely keep coming back to work my way through the menu!

    Roasted veggies
    Jennifer C.

    It's been a long time since we've eaten in but we were able to get a last minute reservation at 6pm on their patio. It was a chillier night and you definitely still needed a jacket as they only had two heaters for the whole patio. We started with an espresso martini and the negroni. I was originally thinking of getting wine and got to try a few reds but didn't like any specifically so decided on a cocktail. Was thinking of getting the tribute "negroni" but was told it was less bitter than the traditional one so I decided to stay with the original. We got the roasted veggies to start and the Classic Combo Supreme (homage to the Costco supreme pizza) grandma style. The roasted veggies could have been roasted way more. Barely any char. But we did like the variety of veggies (zucchini, beets, potatoes, broccolini, carrots, cauliflower and peppers). The pizza toppings were delish! Like a fancier supreme pizza with high quality ingredients. The dough itself was fine. We were picturing more focaccia style and fluffier but it wasn't too fluffy. We both said we'd probably just get the standard neopolitan style next time. Service the whole time was very friendly and helpful. Never felt rushed even though things were busy.

    Brussel Sprouts
    Erika T.

    Wow! Did not realize how popular this spot was. We arrived a few minutes after opening and there was already a long line out the entrance. Once we got to check in, they estimated the wait to be 1.5 hours!! I suggest making a reservation unless you come 15 minutes before opening to secure a spot. I liked the liveliness of the inside and how it's casual but not super laid back. Options are good and have a variety. Cocktails were super strong too! The service was ok tho, could definitely be better. The pizza itself took like 35 minutes to come. They were good and thin, the crust was yummy but I would have preferred a crunchier pizza all the way through. Overall I'd come back to try other pizzas and will definitely make a reservation.

    Lady diavola
    Victor W.

    Great service! Parking a little hard to find but the food was soooooo good. The pizza was such a classic. The soft serve was so creamy and flavorful and not too sweet. The salad was delicious as well. Great open dining room. Will want to come back. Service was also on point.

    Ruzanna M.

    Omg this has to be the best pizza in San Diego! Before this, Regents Pizza was my favorite, but this place easily takes the cake. Everything is SO FRESH and delicious. We got brussel sprouts, kale salad, and 3 different types of pizza. EVERYTHING was absolutely delicious. Will definitely be back to try more things. Service was also amazing, especially considering how busy it was, the server was still sooo attentive and so sweet. The place does get super busy so either make reservations or be prepared to wait a while to get seated, but it's 100% worth the wait!

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    Ask the Community - Tribute Pizza

    Can I make a for 10 adults and 2 kids? If yes, can I call to make the appointment?

    Thanks for reaching out! We book all reservations through Resy and by email at reservations@tributepizza.com and we’ll be happy to help you there.

    Do you offer non-pork proteins... chicken, beef to add on the pizza?

    All of our current pizza proteins (pepperoni, soppressata, calabrese salami, bacon, prosciutto, etc.) are pork-based.… Read more

    Does anybody know if they offer half and half? I can be pretty indecisive about choosing.. it'd be great to know you can combine two flavors!

    Yes, they definitely do

    Do you offer any delivery through 3rd party?

    Apologies, we do not. We offer takeout via order.tributepizza.com and in person, but we do not offer delivery.

    Do you guys have happy hour?

    They do not

    Want to try here but wondering if it is common to get what looks like burnt pizzas (black crusts)?

    Our pizzas are baked in a woodfired oven, so they often have a little char which gets mistaken once in a while for being burnt. You're welcome to request your pizza without that characteristic, and we'll do our best to accommodate!

    Question for the owner, is the gluten free crust made in-house?

    Hi! Is all the cheese on your pizza pasteurized?

    All of the cheeses on our pizzas are pasteurized! The cheeses on our cheese and charcuterie board rotate semi-regularly, but at this exact moment, yes, they all are... Items containing raw / unpasteurized cheeses would be notated as such in an… Read more

    How many slices per 18" NY-style pizza?

    Eight Slices. "Oh, I'm not that hungry, can you cut it into four?" - Yogi Berra

    Is there a pizza made with organic, vegan and gluten-free ingredients?

    You can get a gluten free pizza and vegetarian pizzas. I am not sure about a vegan pizza, but on Yelp it states they do.

    Where to park?

    There's street parking or pay to park at the north park garage on 29th and North Park Way.

    Can you only order vodka sauce pizza on line or is it available in the store?

    It's not printed on the in-store menu which is why it's "online order only" but ask your server, we're happy to make it for you for in-house, too!

    Is it kid friendly ? I always go to waypoint down the street because of the little play area for the little ones .

    There was a kids birthday party going on while I was there :) no play area though

    Are there tv's to watch football games?

    We do have a 55" 4K TV in our bar area, where we tune in to sports, including football on Thursdays and Sundays. That said, we don't have any special package to get all the games.

    Are the pizzas soy free?

    Our traditional pizza dough is in fact soy free, but our gluten free dough does have a small amount of soy.

    What are the ingredients of the GF crust? We have severe allergies in my family and we're planning a trip to SD!

    I'm not sure maybe look at the menu and they probably have a allergy page you can find the answer too !

    Do they have gluten free pizza options?

    Yes they have Gluten Free options for most of their pizzas , just make sure you tell them before they make it . Ps they have really good pizza - enjoy 😉

    Is there pizza by the slice here?

    We serve whole ~13" pizzas!

    Do they have wifi?

    According to the list on the right of the main page, they do have free wifi.

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    This place was absolutely amazing. To start off with the most important part, the food. We began…read morethe meal with the mini fried calzones with mozzarella and tomato sauce inside and they were great. You could tell the bread was super fresh and high quality so I would recommend it. Next, we got a glass of prosecco. I told the waiter that I only like wine that tastes much more sweet then bitter or strong and he made a perfect suggestion along with giving us a sampler of 3 different wines which was so generous. I got to try them all and pick the one I liked the most, but even the samples were a generous size. For main course I got one of the current options for the cheese wheel pasta they make in front of you in cacio e pepe and my husband got the formaggi pizza with truffle mushrooms. My husband absolutely loved his pizza and the crust was one of the best he's ever had. My pasta was fresh and had a ton of sauce and cream so they didn't skimp at all. I could tell easily that they use very high quality Parmesan because i'm a Parmesan connoisseur and could taste how potent it was. They let me have as much extra as I wanted on without limiting since I enjoy a lot on it which was also a plus in my book. Next time I would get a pasta that's a little lighter, because it was a more heavy dish and it tends to make me feel pretty full after which is totally a me thing, but they have so much on the menu to try that I'm sure I'll love whatever I get even more next time. Lastly, dessert. We got a regular tiramisu and it was absolutely amazing. They put a ton of cream which is exactly what I look for. It wasn't too espresso or cocoa strong and had a perfect ratio. The cream was so light and fluffy that we had to get another one to bring home and eat tomorrow night! I had seen a previous review on here about someone not liking the tiramisu here and it not meeting their expectations for a more upscale Italian place but I've been to quite a few authentic Italian gems and this one had tiramisu up there so I'd have to disagree and completely recommend! The service was impeccable. Every waiter was kind and prompt, constantly making sure we were taken care of and getting what we needed. The atmosphere was also a plus for us because we have a 1 year old baby and there was enough room where we weren't too cramped or crowded in, and it wasn't too loud or overstimulating. The place was very clean and taken care of as well as the bathrooms. All in all, I loved this place and I will be coming back. I would definitely recommend Monello for a nice little date night, and don't forget the tiramisu.

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