Surf Rider Pizza

4.4
892 reviews

About

Pizza Restaurant
Enjoy New York slices in the California sun. Surf Rider Pizza Co. serves east coast-style pies with classic wide-cut slices, a thin and crispy crust and fresh toppings. Surf Rider pies are baked fresh daily with our hand-tossed dough along with our delicious calzones, sandwiches, salads and more.

Location

Surf Rider Pizza
8381 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA
91942, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
892 reviews
5 stars
580
4 stars
183
3 stars
68
2 stars
33
1 star
28

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Mixed reviews on pizza flavor and quality; some enjoyed unique toppings while others found it greasy or lacking flavor.

Service

Customer service experiences varied; some praised staff for being friendly and accommodating, while others reported long wait times and poor communication.

Atmosphere

Generally positive feedback on the casual and family-friendly atmosphere, with outdoor seating and a vibrant vibe.

Value

Some customers felt the prices were high for the quality of food, while others appreciated the deals offered.

Specials and Options

Customers appreciated the variety of pizza options, including gluten-free and vegan choices, but some noted a lack of clear vegan options.
  • CB
    Cisandra Banks
    2 days ago
    2.0
    atmosphere was good, food was bland and cold, took way too long. not coming here again.
  • DO
    David Owens
    Jan 4, 2026
    5.0
    Calzone was amazing and the wings were done to order. I'll be back with more people.
  • MM
    Mike Menchaca
    Jan 2, 2026
    5.0
    Chill place to get a slice and drink. 1st time there, was not disappointed.
  • JD
    Jessica Deitchman
    Dec 30, 2025
    2.0
    We were excited to try this place. Alas, it didn't live up to the fun looking flavors advertised. The G.O.A.T pizza was enjoyed by our party. The other two were flavorless and had a large amount of oil dumped on them. The Surf Rider was supposed to have Gorgonzola, I'm not certain they put any on. We had to pour the added oil off before we could even try to take a bite, but it was lacking any flavor. The large salads are definitely not family style, are quite small and have almost zero toppings. They advertise having vegan options, but have nothing vegan on their menu nor do they advertise how they can veganize anything. They did have a peppermint hot chocolate cookie that was out of this world though. I don't think I've ever left a place simultaneously sick to my stomach and starving because I couldn't stomach their food.. until now.
  • NA
    Nancy Anderson
    Dec 23, 2025
    5.0
    My husband & 1 stopped in last night to grab a few slices and watch the end of the football game. When our order was brought to us, one of the slices was not what we asked for. I spoke with Carlos, the manager, and he went above and beyond to make things right, even giving me more than that we ordered or paid for. He was apologetic, professional, friendly, and genuinely concerned that our experience was a positive one. I’m very impressed with Carlos and Surf Rider pizza!

Frequently Asked Questions About Surf Rider Pizza

What type of pizza does Surf Rider Pizza serve?

Surf Rider Pizza serves east coast-style pies with classic wide-cut slices, thin and crispy crust, and fresh toppings.

What are the operating hours of Surf Rider Pizza?

Surf Rider Pizza is open daily from 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM.