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Bite into OC: My Favorite Places to Eat, Snack, and Savor ✨
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items Looking for the best pizza or Sweet treat in OC, California? Here’s my hand-picked list — whether you want a casual slice after the beach or an artisanal pie for date night, this guide’s got you covered.
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OC Sweet Tooth Approved 🍭
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Life’s too short for bad pizza — happy eating!
Fun, retro, super family-friendly. Classic big cheesy slices with a modern twist. Great after a beach day.
Must-try: Superbee Pie, Buffalo Chicken Pizza.
Sgt. Pepperoni's Pizza
From the team behind Riip Beer Co., this spot delivers seriously good craft pizza with the same chill, beach-town energy. Fresh ingredients, great dough, and perfect for a laid-back night out.
Must-try: The Riipin’ bowls (pepperoni + hot honey), Mus...
Riip Beer & Pizzeria
If you love pizza and craft beer, this is your place. Beachwood nails it with artisan pies that pair perfectly with their house-brewed beers. Super casual, fun, and perfect for group hangs.
Must-try: The Smokey Robinson (smoked mozzarella + mushroom...
Beachwood Pizza & Beer
Tiny spot, BIG flavor. True Roman-style pizza with that perfect crispy chew. Super chill, no-frills.
Must-try: Diavola Pizza, Potato & Rosemary Focaccia.
ZeroZero39 Pizzeria
Massimo’s Pizza – Huntington Beach
Cozy, old-school spot with hearty, nostalgic slices. Feels like your neighborhood hangout.
Must-try: BBQ Chicken Pizza, Classic Pepperoni.
Massimo's Pizza
Craft pizza energy — fun flavors, fresh ingredients, and super friendly service. A local gem.
Must-try: The Bee’s Knees (hot honey!) and Broads Mozzarella Sticks.
Two Saucy Broads Pizza
Fun, lively spot with a California twist on classic pies. Great vibes, artisan ingredients, and even better cocktails if you wanna make it a full night out.
Must-try: Burrata Pie, Sausage Party Pizza.
Pitfire Pizza
Cozy coastal vibes with a menu full of wood-fired everything. Their pizzas are fresh, flavorful, and perfect after a Laguna Beach stroll.
Must-try: Wild Mushroom Pizza, House Margherita.
Terra Wood-Fired Kitchen
Historic bar (since 1908!) that happens to make some seriously good thin-crust pizzas. Perfect for late nights, casual hangs, or weekend pizza cravings with friends.
Must-try: Italian Stallion Pizza, BBQ Chicken Pizza.
Stag Bar + Kitchen
Hip, modern pizzeria making hand-tossed, naturally leavened pies. Think sourdough crusts, seasonal toppings, and major cool-kid energy.
Must-try: Spicy Salami Pizza, Ricotta White Pie.
Folks Pizzeria
Total hidden gem vibes! Craftsman feels super cozy and welcoming — perfect for when you want a really good wood-fired pizza without the crowds. Their crusts are that perfect balance of chewy and crispy, and you can taste how fresh their ingredients a...
Craftsman Wood Fired Pizza
Tiny, no-frills spot with that true New York foldable slice energy. Perfect for a quick, satisfying bite when you’re craving old-school East Coast style.
Must-try: Classic Cheese Slice or Pepperoni — keep it classic!
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Big, bold, and hearty pizzas with serious comfort food feels. Think thick crust, loaded toppings, and total crowd-pleasers. Perfect for game nights or family hangs.
Must-try: Detroit-Style Pepperoni Pizza (look at that crispy edge action!)
Stadium Pepz Pizza
Where else can you get a Thai curry on a pizza? Super fun, fusion flavors that actually work. Totally unexpected but absolutely delicious if you’re feeling adventurous.
Must-try: Yellow Curry Chicken Pizza — yes, it’s a thing and yes, it’s amazing.
Thai Curry Pizza & Thai Cuisine
Hidden gem! Thin, slightly crispy crust with high-quality toppings and lots of flavor. Super cute coastal spot if you’re heading down south OC. Voted one of the best in the area — and it deserves it.
Must-try: Spicy Pepperoni Pizza with Hot Honey Dri...
Apizza Doho
Authentic Neapolitan vibes. Wood-fired, simple, insanely good dough. Feels like a mini trip to Italy.
Must-try: Margherita Pizza, Prosciutto di Parma.
Fuoco Pizzeria Napoletana
OC Sweet Tooth Approved 🍭
Confetti is pure magic! Weekly regulars here and for good reason — the ice cream is incredible (especially the Cherry Amaretto!), made fresh daily, and the vibe is just as sweet as the treats. Don’t sleep on this OC gem!
Confetti Italian Ice and Custard
Home of the famous Milky Bun (ice cream stuffed inside a glazed donut). Trendy, creative flavors you won’t find anywhere else.
Must-try: Cookie Monster Ice Cream in a Milky Bun.
Afters Ice Cream
Old-school, super creamy, homemade ice cream. Nothing fancy, just ridiculously good.
Must-try: Butter Brickle or Swiss Orange Chip.
Hans' Homemade Ice Cream
Instagram-worthy rolled ice cream wrapped inside a colorful taco shell — need I say more? Super fun vibe.
Must-try: Matcha Monster or Cookies & Cream rolled taco.
Sweet Rolled Tacos - Ice Cream Tacos, Shakes, Dirty Sodas
Authentic Italian gelato right by the water. Cozy, tiny shop but absolutely bursting with flavor.
Must-try: Pistachio Gelato or Blood Orange Sorbetto.
Gelato Paradiso
Over-the-top bubble waffles stuffed with ice cream and toppings. Dessert dreams come true!
Must-try: OG Waffle with Vanilla Bean Ice Cream and Cookie Crumble topping.
The Dolly Llama
Liquid nitrogen ice cream made fresh-to-order. Super smooth, customizable, and fun to watch them make it!
Must-try: Premium Chocolate Ice Cream with Brownie Bites and Hot Fudge.
Creamistry
We stopped by for a quick snack after dinner, and wow—the brown butter toffee ice cream with the butter cake cookie was absolutely next-level. The cookie was warm, soft, and insanely buttery, pairing perfectly with the rich, nutty flavor of the brown...
Milk & Cookies