Pizza is one of the best go-tos for dinner that nearly everyone can agree on. The only hard part is deciding where to get it from. We’ve rounded up the best pizza places in San Jose to give you a good starting point. Check out these delicious destinations the next time you’re in the mood for a fresh pie.
Bossman’s Pizza
Locally owned and operated, Bossman’s Pizza goes above and beyond to serve the dietary needs of its patrons. The menu includes over 20 gluten-free pizzas, as well as a variety of vegan options. You can enjoy picks such as Buffalo Chicken Pizza, Chicken and Artichoke Pizza, and Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza for mouthfuls of flavor. If you’re looking for a vegan option, you can enjoy many of the same flavors with vegan chicken and cheese swapped in. You’ll also find intriguing Indian-style pizzas, such as the Tandoori Paneer Pizza with red onions, bell pepper, tomatoes, cilantro, tandoori paneer, and tandoori sauce.
If some of your party is in the mood for something other than pizza, you can round out your dinner with wings, salads, sandwiches, burgers, and even burritos and quesadillas. If you have room for dessert, you’ll find other tasty options, such as churros, gelato, ice cream, vegan ice cream, and dessert pizza. You can dine in or place an order for delivery or pickup.
Location: 418 W. Capitol Expressway, San Jose.
Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Pizza California
Tony Brierly’s lifelong love of pizza led to the creation of Pizza California in 1997. Tony opened his restaurant with the goal of becoming “a fixture in the community for families, friends and even the local workforce.” The signature menu includes a variety of distinctive flavors. The Steakhouse pizza is brushed with white truffle oil and piled with steak, spinach, mushrooms, and balsamic roasted onions. In the Westerner, you’ll find barbecue sauce, roasted chicken, tomatoes, red onions, and cilantro.
Pizza California offers a gluten-free Calipower crust with any pizza, though you should note that the crust may still come into contact with wheat flour in the kitchen. Vegan diners can order the West Coast Vegan pizza featuring Daiya vegan cheese, mushrooms, shaved garlic, tomatoes, olives, and fresh basil. With over a dozen pizzas on the menu, there’s something for everyone. You can even build your own pie from a selection of 22 toppings, five sauces, and four cheeses. Pizza California carries a selection of craft beers as well. You can dine in or order pickup or carryout.
Location: 1708 Oakland Road, Suite 500, San Jose.
Hours: 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday.
Cicero’s Pizza
Cicero’s Pizza uses a longstanding family recipe that originated in Niagara Falls, New York. This family-owned and operated pizzeria dates to 1968. Though it’s changed locations several times, it remains a San Jose staple. Cicero’s Special comes with olives, mushrooms, salami, and pepperoni. You’ll also find a selection of other signature pizzas, including the Hawaiian Delight with ham and pineapple, the Spicy Vegetarian with jalapenos, onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers, and more.
Cicero’s is so busy that it’s best to order online rather than by phone. You can dine in, order takeout, or get delivery from Cicero’s through Doordash or Waiter.com.
Location: 6138 Bollinger Road, San Jose.
Hours: 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday to Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 3 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
Pizza Bocca Lupo
At Pizza Bocca Lupo, you’ll find a wide selection of specialty pizzas. Cheese lovers will adore the Quattro Formaggi with gorgonzola, mozzarella, smoked mozzarella, parmesan, tomatoes, and basil. For a spicy kick, the Diavola features salami, chili flakes, roasted bell peppers, and garlic. The Chicken Bacon pizza is a hearty pick with ample flavor coming from caramelized onions, chili flakes, and chopped basil. If you like things sweet, try the Pearzola with gorgonzola, pear, arugula, and balsamic vinegar.
The menu also includes salad and garlic bread to round out your meal. Stop in on the weekend between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., and you can even enjoy the elusive Brunch Pizza. This is also a great place for gourmet specialty pies.
Location: 87 N. San Pedro St., Suite 133, San Jose.
Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday and Thursday, 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, and 11 a.m. to 11p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
SOH Pizza
SOH stands for slice of homage, but from the rave reviews, it could easily be slice of heaven. These thoughtfully crafted pizzas use only the best ingredients with mouthwatering results. The SOH Pizza menu features a variety of distinctive Detroit-style pizzas that are baked in a steel pan to get a rich caramelized cheese crust. The sauce is added after the pizza has been baked and applied in two lines that resemble tire tracks in homage to the automobile industry.
You can get a Detroit-style pizza with a variety of toppings. The Greek features red onions, marinated artichokes, kalamata olives, green bell peppers, and feta cheese. The popular Spicy D comes topped with cup and char pepperoni, bacon, sausage, red onions, green bell peppers, jalapenos, black olives, and red chili flakes.
If you’re not in the mood for a Detroit-style pie, you can also order your pizza Sicilian style. This pizza crust is aged for five days, then placed in a cast iron pan to age for another 12 hours so you get a thick crust with a crispy outer layer and airy center. Try a rosa bacon Sicilian with a ranch base, pepperoni, bacon, arugula, and cherry tomatoes for a rich, distinctive flavor. You can dine in or order delivery or pickup online.
Location: 152 Post St., San Jose.
Hours: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, and 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.
Do you have other suggestions for pizza places that didn’t make our list? Contact our team at Lexus of Stevens Creek and let us know so we can update our suggestions.
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