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Best Pizza Near Me in San Diego: The Honest Guide for 2026

Gaslamp Pizza makes the case for the best pizza near me in downtown San Diego with authentic New York-style slices, late hours, and free 1-mile delivery. This honest 2026 guide sorts the city’s pizza by what you actually need, from a fast slice to late-night delivery to feeding a whole group with mixed dietary needs.

New York Pizza vs. California Pizza: Why San Diego Chooses the NY Slice

New York Pizza vs. California Pizza: Why San Diego Chooses the NY Slice

New York pizza and California pizza are built on completely different philosophies. Gaslamp Pizza brings authentic New York style pizza to San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter — hand-tossed dough, proper sauce-to-cheese ratio, and a slice big enough to fold. Here is what makes the difference and why the NY slice wins on 5th Ave every night.

Contact Info

Address
Gaslamp Pizza
505 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Phone
(619) 231-7542

Email
info@gaslamppizza.com

Hours
Friday – Saturday
10:00 a.m. – 4:00 a.m.

Sunday – Thursday
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 a.m.