05/11/2026
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Surf Rider Pizza Co.
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Surf Rider Pizza Co. is a pizza place that serves up East Coast style pizza, cheesesteaks, hot sandwiches, Stromboli, salads, and fresh desserts, all within a retro summer days surfing ambiance. They offer hand-tossed pizza dough made fresh daily with crispy-baked crust and five robust sauces crafted from heirloom family recipes. Diners can grab one slice or customize a whole 18-inch pizza with any of the 24 toppings or choose from their 15 Specialty Pies. Located at the heart of downtown La Mesa, Surf Rider Pizza Co.'s La Mesa location has a great patio perfect for al fresco dining that's also dog-friendly. They offer both dine-in and carry-out options.
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8381 La Mesa Boulevard
La Mesa, CA
91942
For those taking public transport, take the Orange line trolley and get off at the La Mesa Blvd station. From there, walk north for three blocks and the destination will be on your right.
For those driving, take the I-8 East and exit at El Cajon Blvd. Turn left onto La Mesa Blvd and continue straight for half a mile. The destination will be on your left. Street parking is available nearby, but it may be limited during peak hours. Alternatively, there is a paid parking lot across the street from the restaurant for convenience.
Opening Hours
| Monday | 11:30am - 9pm |
| Tuesday | 11:30am - 9pm |
| Wednesday | 11:30am - 9pm |
| Thursday | 11:30am - 9pm |
| Friday | 11:30am - 9pm |
| Saturday | 11:30am - 9pm |
| Sunday | 11:30am - 9pm |
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According to a recent review in The San Diego Union-Tribune, Surf Rider Pizza Co. is "one of the best pizza places around." The reviewer praises the "crispy crusts" and "top-notch toppings" that make this La Mesa restaurant a standout. This review was published in September 2021.
Another review posted by Eater San Diego in July 2021 mentions the restaurant's focus on quality ingredients. The reviewer writes, "Surf Rider Pizza Co. has a commitment to using only the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, and it shows in every bite." This commitment is reflected in the menu, which includes options like the Wild Mushroom pizza made with foraged mushrooms.
Customer reviews on Yelp are generally positive with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars. One customer noted that "the flavors are always spot on" while another raved about the "perfectly cooked crust."
However, not all reviews are glowing. A customer complained about slow service on TripAdvisor stating, "While we enjoyed our pizzas when they finally arrived...the wait was longer than expected." Another Yelp reviewer mentioned that some of the pizzas can be a bit too greasy for their taste.
Overall, Surf Rider Pizza Co. has received mostly positive reviews for its quality ingredients and delicious pizzas. However, some customers have noted issues with service or certain pizzas being too greasy.