Del Lusso Pizza

I first came across Del Lusso when I saw someone mention it online, so I decided to check it out on Google Maps. The menu looked promising, although the reviews were a bit mixed—some positive and some not so much. Still, I decided to give it a try. We ordered their pizza, and I have to say, it was really good. The flavors were on point, and I was impressed with the quality. The service also stood out—it was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even more enjoyable. While it might not be my absolute favorite pizza spot in the area, I’d definitely go back for another round to also try their pasta. Worth trying if you're in the neighborhood!

Finally, Real Gluten-Free Pizza. Thank You, Del Lusso! As a celiac, I usually have to interrogate every restaurant just to feel safe. But Walter, the owner of Del Lusso Pizza, was incredibly personable and patient as he explained how they handle their gluten-free food. I told him I wasn’t just looking for a gluten-free option, I wanted real pizza. Not the dense, premade GF puck that leaves me disappointed and still craving the real thing. He assured me that this was the real deal. He wasn’t wrong. The pizza was excellent. The crust had amazing texture, chew, and flavor. It even had those signature hot pizza oven cook marks; the kind that deepen the flavor and remind you you're eating handcrafted, wood-fired pizza. I’m a sensitive celiac, and if there had been cross-contact, I would have known before we left. But I felt completely fine after eating an entire sausage and mushroom pizza, plus part of a Nutella and berry dessert pizza. The gluten-free dough is made in a dedicated mixer in a separate space, raised for 36 hours, and hand-formed. While it’s cooked on the same oven surface as regular pizzas, the 1,000-degree oven thoroughly burns off any residue. I admit, I was skeptical at first, but the results speak for themselves. The sausage and mushroom combo was spot on. The mushrooms were oven roasted right on the pizza, tender, flavorful, and generously portioned. As a mushroom lover, I was thrilled. And the dessert pizza? My whole family helped devour it. I’ve only had one other gluten-free pizza of this caliber, and that was in Stuttgart, Germany. I wish we could come back regularly, but we’re on vacation and leave tomorrow. Even so, I’m just grateful we found this place before we left. There is an $8 upcharge for the gluten-free crust. While that might seem steep, it’s worth every penny. Most GF pizzas leave me wanting. This one left me completely satisfied. Thank you, Walter and Del Lusso Pizza, for treating gluten-free pizza like it deserves to be done right, and for finally satisfying my long-standing pizza craving.

We were in town for our youngest son’s Make-A-Wish trip to Legoland. On our last evening, we decided to look up to see if there was a traditional Neapolitan pizzeria in the area. We found Del Lusso Pizza, and it was probably one of the most memorable dinner experiences of our lives. If I could give this pizzeria 10 stars, I would! Not only is the pizza excellent, the atmosphere is warm, inviting, and fun. Now onto the service… AMAZING! Our server was really helpful with a great personality. Now on to the unexpected… After dinner, we were greeted by Walter, the owner. After an incredible conversation, Walter brings over a shirt for our son. Bruce Lee on a pizza turntable is awesome, btw! Then he had the waitress double our dessert order and then surprised us with a dessert pizza. We’ve never had anything like that happen. Walter has this business down to a science, but it’s his compassion that makes all the difference. He appreciates his customers and it’s obvious his employees love working there. As a business owner myself, this level of service and care is inspiring, and the pizza is bursting with flavor. I can’t say enough. Wish we had one back home in Buffalo, NY!

Great service from owner and staff, nice menu, and good wine list. I only tried the pasta and it was fine but nothing special (very large portion, however). Probably should have tried the pizza, will do so next time.

Quality ingredients and relaxed location. Pizza bottom had a nice burn to it. Had the Fabri Fibra pizza. Only qualm I might have is the pizza was slightly doughy than I prefer but not sure how you could fix that without burning the pizza itself. Still would try again if in the area. Service was solid as well.

Fav date-nite spot with great vibe outside next to large firepit. Love the Caprese salad & Woodfired pizza. Have chatted with Walter one of the owners a few times (so friendly & attentive).

My wife and I had an early dinner there and I had the Salsicciotta Pizza: house made fennel sausage, mushrooms, San Marzano tomato sauce, Fior Di Latte, basil. Fantastic! My wife had the Margarita pizza and she really loved it. We can't wait to try all their the rest of the menu. I highly recommend Del Lusso Pizza!!!

When we first arrived we were greeted by the owner who was very nice. Over all our experience was good and the waitress was very attentive. The Bolognese and sausage mushroom pizza were very good. Definitely going back soon.

The pizza here was amazing! Tastes very authentic Italian and very high quality ingredients! The service was great, servers were really kind.

We had our son's high school graduation dinner with friends and family for about 25 people. The food and set up was just perfect. We had salad, various pizza and pasta Alfredo. Everyone loved the food. We had great service from our servers Travis and Grace. Walter coordinated the dinner. Thank you for making my son's special day memorable! Army and Navy Academy class of 2024.

Wonderful night out in Carlsbad First time visit Travis was an amazing server !!! Food was fresh authentic and delicious The Stacked Captese was perfect

Awesome spot for a casual meal! I went for dinner tonight and had a great time. The staff is very friendly. The interior feels light and airy. I had the chicken saltimbocca which was very tasty. My boyfriend had a pizza and said it was just ok. We're interested in coming back again! Thank you!

My husband and I were craving good pasta and wanted to try something new in our neighborhood. I found Del Lusso on Yelp and read a lot of good reviews, so we came to try it out and we are very pleased. The owner Walter greeted us and shared story of the restaurant with us. The food arrived quickly, and I enjoyed my Spaghetti Francisco, my mom loved her spaghetti bolognese, my husband said that the meatballs were delicious, but the fettuccine was a little bit hard and chewy. Overall, we had a great experience and we will go back to try something else next time.

Would come back! The salads are pretty expensive but the burrata was very good and fresh! The pizza crust was some of the best I've had. The sausage and mushroom pizza was underwhelming as there was very little sauce and not too much flavor. I do want to come back and try another pizza. The atmosphere was very nice, lots of parking, music was a tish loud. Everyone was very nice and the food came out quickly.

Randomly found this place when they opened and we have come back every time we stay in Carlsbad. The first time the owner was welcoming and friendly. He remembered us when we came in today which was nice As soon as I saw the dope Bruce Lee pizza print I knew this joint was going to be hella good and it was...food and pizza never disappoint. If you're not a fan of the char and the leopard spots on the bottom of the pizza then maybe you should take your basicness to little skeezers. As long as they are open and I keep finding my way to Carlsbad I will always come back

Mighty tasty pizzas with cold beverages A cool evening outside accompanied by nice heat lamps above. Good size patio with plenty of parking available. This is tucked away in the Bressi Ranch area off of Palomar. Warm greeting from Walter,the owner And an attentive & friendly waiter. Have always liked their Italian chopped salad too. See you soon!

I have eaten here twice and the second time was better than the first. I have had their pizza both times and it is just delicious. I learned on my second visit that you can request some different toppings that are not listed on the pizza menu and that made a huge difference for me. I wish I had known that the first time. The menu doesn't show a lot of vegetarian options but I found you can request veggies go be added to your pizza. The environment is incredibly loud. Sitting inside would make it impossible to have any type of conversation. Outside is better but still noisy because of the patrons at the neighboring restaurants. Our server was very friendly. I had the greek salad which was tasty but had way too much dressing on it. Next time I would ask for 1/2 the amount of dressing. Be prepared to want to eat the whole pizza -they aren't that big and they are super tasty.

I visited Del Lusso for lunch for the first time on a Saturday afternoon, and it was pleasantly bustling. The host greeted us warmly and ensured our comfort throughout. Our waiter efficiently managed the tables, given the crowd. I indulged in the charcuterie board, a delightful Mediterranean salad, and the shrimp pasta--all flavorful, light, and refreshing. The restaurant is clean, service prompt, and dishes arrived swiftly. I'm already planning my return, and next time, it's all about the pizza! :)

Had a great lunch at this place that I had overlooked previously. The owner and staff were all delightful. But everyone knows you come to restaurants for the food and in this case my decision to get the margherita pizza was the way to go. The crust was well stretched and just the right amount of crisp. Everything on top of it was the freshest of fresh!

First time here with my family for dinner and although the food was good, it was not the right atmosphere for them, and service left a little something to be desired. We had made a reservation and upon arrival were seated promptly at a table inside, near the big roll-up door. Our server was nice and our food arrived quickly. While we were waiting for our food, the one table seated on the patio left and we asked our server if they could close the roll-up door, even partway, since it was cold and windy. He declined and we shivered through the rest of the meal - this didn't make for a warm and comfortable experience and we hurried to eat before our food got cold. Nobody else sat on the patio the whole time we were there... disappointing. The music was also so loud we could barely have a conversation. My family ordered a large Caesar salad (a whopping $34!) to share, and various pizzas. The calzone my mom ordered came out burnt, not just woodfired-pizza-oven burnt, but the whole underside blackened so much that she could taste it. At least a new one was brought out quickly. My mushroom and sausage pizza was delicious though! I'd come back, but with a different group. Maybe on a nice day around the outdoor fire pit...

I love love love a brick oven pizza! Decided to go with the L'Americano which was basically pepperoni with hot honey and it was divine. The sweetness with the flavor of the pepperoni was so good and the crust was perfectly chewy! I'll definitely be dreaming of this pizza. My boyfriend ordered the Chicken Parmigiana and he thought it was great although I felt the chicken was pretty small. We went for dinner and it was a cold night. Not sure if they keep all the doors open year round, but since they were all open, even the inside was cold. I might've missed them, but it didn't look like there were heaters in their outside seating either, so if it's a cold day/evening make sure to wear a jacket.

I can't believe I've never left a review for this place!! We've been going to Del Lusso pretty religiously since the restaurant opened, which is several years ago, now. The place is clean with a modern vibe, and there's outdoor seating, as well. You also have a view into the kitchen and traditional Napoletano pizza oven. Let me get into the foods. Before I describe our favorites, I'll say that this is a true Napoletabo style pizza. I CRAVE this, and this is one of only a few restaurants where you can find one. The pizza feels light and almost refreshing to eat, and you don't have to feel guilty for grabbing that extra slice. Our main staples are the stacked caprese, the L'americano pizza, and the amatriciana spaghetti. The caprese is amazing. If you're craving a REALLY good caprese stack, this is it! The pizza: it's essentially a pepperoni pizza that has honey on it, and let me tell you... I seriously CANNOT even describe the explosion of blissful flavors this pizza gives. It's a 10/10 for me. The spaghetti has such a great sauce with a bit of spice and freshly shaved cheese. Chances are, if you've been to this place, you've met the owner, Walter. If you haven't been here, chances are that you will likely meet him when you do go! He's at the restaurant very very often, and he's always so happy to greet guests and make sure everything exceeds your standards.

Owner was super nice and made me feel welcome even though they were closing soon. Had some good pizza. They were located right across the street from the hotel that I was staying at so it was very convenient. Could easily walk over or drive. If I ever stay in the area again, I'll be sure to grab a pizza there again.

Came to eat here at the recommendation of a friend. Pretty expensive for what it is, in my opinion. At this price point, I would expect fresh and high-quality ingredients and generous servings. I felt the pizza here was pretty standard. They advertise that all their ingredients are imported from Italy - not sure if that's the case, I couldn't tell by the taste of the meats. Other notes: - Parking is convenient, they have a shared lot with the bar and apartments next-door - Bathrooms inside - accepts credit card, not sure about cash

The owner Walter is amazing and came to chat with our group to talk about his business! Such amazing service and amazing food selections. Try this place and enjoy some great Italian in Carlsbad!

My husband is working nearby and I (his wife) always look for great happy hours in new cities (and states) This place is a hidden gem. The owner Walter greeted us and told us the story of the pizza oven that came from Italy. He said it took 3 months for them to put it together. The owners, staff, food and ambiance are wonderful. The only thing that needed to change was the music. So the owner Walter asked what we liked to hear and my husband is a jazz musician and quickly said "Jazz" so two seconds later, Ella Fitzgerald was singing. Then everything was amazing!!! The pizzas were the Best Ever!!! We will be back often! Do yourself a favor, visit this fabulous Gem, You won't be disappointed

If you're looking for a quick bite or a date night, this place never disappoints! Food is always good and fresh, wine list is good, and the people are always gracious! Highly recommend!

We ordered take-out. Bill was $50 something with tip. Once at home, I took a bite and it tasted terrible. Then I looked underneath and see both the pizza and calzone we ordered were burnt on the bottom. Tasted like charcoal, and yet the top was gooey, not cooked enough. It was inedible. We took a photo and threw the food out. We called to tell them and the person who answered said someone would call us back. We never heard from them. We called a week later and was told they lost our phone number. They apologized and said to send them our receipt because they wanted to reimburse us. I offered to send them photos of the food, but they said that was not necessary. We never got the refund. I realize with pizza ovens this can happen, but we gave them 2 chances to make amends.

This is the second time my wife & I dined at :) this great restaurant. Just wanted to say the first time we dined was not a fluke! The pasta was just as delicious this time. My wife had the dinner entree of Spaghetti all Francisco for the second time. I had the Lunch entree of Pasta Carbonara which I finished up for lunch today. Still really good. That was completely perfect. The pork's salty and crispy texture was a match made in heaven. Service was attentive without being intrusive. An added bonus it was $7 Rose Tuesdays. It paired well with our 2 entrees and made a delicious lunch even better. We hit it right about the end of the lunch special that ended at 2. Lucky Happy Hour started at 2 as a happy surprise.

The food just wasn't very good. Their tomato sauce was very watery. The pizza was glutinous and chewy bud the bottom of it had a bad taste from the oven. It's a nice location, the wait staff were polite and helpful. The portions were gigantic, especially the salads. The food was just kind of meh

After years of being a regular here, I'm finally leaving my review. We absolutely love Del Lusso, from the food, to the staff, to the owners. It really feels like you're family when you're here. Our personal favorites are the flatbread with the basil dip and the Napoli pizza, but you truly can't go wrong with anything on the menu. It's our favorite pizza spot in North County.

Pizza and salad were fantastic. Fresh ingredients. We had the sausage pizza and the burrata salad, quality ingredients and delicious. I would come back again if I lived here.

I couldn't be more DISAPPOINTED! I'm disappointed that I didn't find this place sooner! The service was attentive without being too much. I got the pepperoni pizza and loved it. The ingredients were fresh and the crust made the whole experience. The owner commented that his flower comes from Italy and it tastes like it. I also had fries that were very good. I'll be back for sure.

I am so pleased with the amazing service and delicious food at Del Lusso! My son had his birthday party there yesterday evening and our family could not stop talking about what an amazing experience we had! The owner was so attentive always asking how we were doing. Matt our server went above and beyond with his kindness and attention. We were overall extremely impressed and will definitely be coming back when we are in the area!

Came here for lunch and it was a nice day so we sat outside. The owner greeted us right away and gave us some good recommendations. We got the house salad which is really good. There's so many good pizzas to choose from that. We ordered three. We got the Gallucci, l.americano, and Bianco. All three of those pizzas were amazing. The dough was nice and elastic and good to eat. The pizza were all so good it's very hard to say which one is the best. I will definitely come back again!

Great food and great people. Del Lusso became a favorite of ours during Covid and remains a favorite today! Chill vibes and tasty Italian food!! Celebrated a birthday dinner there and had a great time. Thanks, Del Lusso!

Every time I think about this restaurant, I get angry. After eating here I will never say it's just pizza, it can't be bad. Cause it can be awful! It started out quite promising when the owner came over and chatted with us for a while about what's on the menu, the imported flour from Italy that they use to make the pizza crust and his road to becoming a restaurant owner. Very nice and now he had us all hooked...we were all excited about our pizza and the food. We ordered a margherita and vegetable pizza and the penne with meatballs. All of it was so so awful! The food is so bland, literally no flavor whatsoever. The sauce on the margherita tasted like canned tomato sauce. The crust to pizza ratio on the vegetable pizza is crazy! It was literally a flat bread with some flavorless veggies thrown into the center with a 2 inch crust. We all looked at each other in sheer awe of how not good the pizza was because our expectations after hearing from the owner we so high. It does get worse. Let's get to penne and meatballs. No, No, No! The penne sauce, same canned flavorless sauce on the margherita. The meatball takes the cake (like a hard, dense cake that is). It was so hard, so dry and so bland I was in disbelief that someone could make such a terrible meatball. After eating a bite of the meatball and pasta, we called the server over and shared with her our complete disappointment about the quality of the food. We paid for the pizzas (which are way overpriced) but not the pasta. On a somewhat positive note, this place did give me a feeling of nostalgia. Took me back to my childhood of eating Ellios pizza and the Salisbury steak in tv dinners or the burgers that floated in water in the school cafeteria (you know the crater burgers). So if you are looking to relive some childhood memories of basic, flavorless and questionable food, this would be your place.

Wow! I mean, just wow! I don't often give out a 5 star, mainly for the "always room for improvement" moto. Del Lusso is a 5 star gem tucked away in the industrial area of Carlsbad. Walter, top notch owner who knows his food and ingredients, loved that he stepped out to welcome us and talk about the menu, so important for an up and coming restaurant. Started with the poutine and caprese. Pountine is worlds apart, forget about the fact that the pork is the most tender, generous delicious meat or, that the gravy is so spot on, let's talk about the hand cut fries that carry this deliciousness into your mouth. The fries alone are enough to send you to 7th heaven, this dish is a must! The caprese, my goodness what a great cheese! This too is a must. We had the opportunity to try the sausage and mushroom pizza, the SAUSAGE! Ever inch of that sausage was riddled with seasoning and flavor, you can literally see it in the sausage. Get ready for a little flavor heat blast, dynamite! In short, this is a hidden gem of north county. Food and ingredients are quality, service is above par and the owner is fantastic. Treat yourself, you won't be disappointed!

I just love this cute little restaurant.. I've been coming here on my lunch break for 5+ years & I'm pretty sure I've tried everything on the menu by now. There isn't anything on the menu that I dislike! The Italian Chopped Salad is definitely my favorite. 10/10 chefs kiss! I absolutely adore the owner, Walter! He treats me like family, always has a smile on his face, & makes me feel so welcome. Everyone who works here is friendly & seems to really love their job! I will continue to come here.. till death do us part LOL

We loved the food at Del Lusso so much, that we went back the following night for dinner. The olive oil on their amazing salad was delicious, and their pizza and pasta were wonderful too. The servers were attentive and friendly. We highly recommend a visit there! Great patio too!

One of the best Italian meals I have had! The ambiance is amazing, the outdoor seating has an amazing fire pit and the neighboring restaurants provide amble options for everyone. We got the flatbread with garlic dipping sauce, the Mediterranean salad, the pasta bolognese, lemon garlic pasta and the breaded chicken fettuccine Alfredo. I can't even pick my favorite item because everything was delicious and amazing in their own way. The menu offers 2 sizes (individual and family size) the family size of pasta can easily feed 3+ adults. The service was also excellent. The owner was present and had their sleeves up with boots on the ground helping in every aspect of the restaurant. That speaks volumes about how important it is to support this place. If you are looking for some of the best Italian food please go give this place a try and you will not regret it.

The best pizza in Carlsbad..!! And in my top five all time .. Location could be better but worth the find..!!

Pizza and salad tasted like nothing, straight up olive oil. Service wasn't awful, but it wasn't great. Unfortunately I won't be coming back here. The owner was very nice though.

First time trying this spot, looked great online so why not! It DID NOT disappoint!! Gotta get the L'Americano, the hot honey takes it to another level of flavor! Their burrata arugula salad is nice and fresh, the margarita had great flavor, the thin crust is outstanding. Their customer service is outstanding, extremely nice and pleasant. Would definitely come back again and recommend to anyone looking for flavorful food.

Just meet Walter the owner! He is awesome and the appetizer he hooked me up with was fantastic! The pizza, beat in San Marcos and beyond!

Came with a large group of hungry kids after a sports tournament and the owner could not have been more gracious or friendly. The food was enjoyed by all the boys and parents and the restaurant was able to seat our huge group close enough together that parents could keep an eye on the kids. We enjoyed our evening and it was a lot of fun for everyone.

Food was amazing!!!! Service was awesome! Perfect place for a date night with the Hubby. Best pizza I've ever had. Fresh ingredients and made with love!!! I'll definitely will be back. It was nice to chat with the owner about the food I was eating. I'm a foodie with health problems so ingredients are important. I ate here for lunch and loved it so much that I brought my hubby back for dinner.

Fantastic gluten free pizza. The best ever! We had a vegetable pizza with added grilled chicken and the funghi pizza. They were incredible!

the food here is amazing especially the hot honey pepperoni pizza. the service by Grace was great and the owner Walter took care of us. I would definitely recommend if you're in the area!

Neapolitin pizza is legit! Fettuccine Alfredo with house made pasta was the best I've ever had! Flat bread was out of this world! The owner was very accommodating & personable. All the his staff staff was professional and very attentive.

Must try in Carlsbad! Best Italian food I've had in a very long time. Ingredients straight from Italy, service top notch! Met the owner Walter who was first class all the way! Been such a long time since we've had great service while dining!! Thank you!

Decided to come to this restaurant after going to K1 Speed racing and found it to be absolutely delicious. We got the Caesar salad and the calzone and the pizza of the day. Very refreshing restaurant. The owner and service are awesome. They have a nice patio area with fire pit as well as interior. Everything is clean and fresh and ingredients imported from Italy. Fresh delicious. Highly recommend

Best truffle parmesan fries !! Crispy and long ! I got the La Americana Pizza and it was delish. Come during the weekdays or make reservations when you go during weekends.

Wow. What exceptional restaurant I had chicken and salad it was awesome, my kids shared a pizza. The service was nice, food came in quick. We had an amazing experience by the fireplace. Very clean too lots of space to sit down. One of the best restaurants I've ever been to! I recommend going here there is not one thing wrong!

Incredible food & service...Owner Walter has a passion and it shows in an excellent Neapolitan style pizzeria. Caesar Salad was flavorful, vibrant, and refreshing Sausage and Mushroom pizza had great flavor, wonderful chew...and a little spice kick. The prosciutto pizza had amazing prosciutto & arugula Highly recommend as this is one that needs to be around for a long time.

We've been coming to Del Lusso as a family (2 kids- 10/12) pretty much since they opened, about 4 years ago. We most recently visited with my parents who were in town, late on a Friday night and Walter and the staff were so welcoming and quick to set us up with a table for 6 for my tired parents. Over the years, the kids have enjoyed the surrounding grassy area, along with other kids which meant my husband and I could enjoy a nice glass of red and quiet conversation by the outdoor fire pit. Each of us have our favorite dishes some of which include; the poutine with pulled pork, meatballs, and Caprese salad as starters, the simple yet delicious Margherita pizza, the Blanco pizza (real truffle oil on top) and of course the Nutella pizza for desert is a must!! Both the flour AND the tomatoes used in their dishes are imported from Italy. Del Lusso has long been a favorite of ours and feels like home with Walter and his wonderful staff every time we visit! We are so lucky to have this gem so close to home! Thank you Walter for generously hosting our family over the years!

Great pizza, the real deal, for those who take your pizza serious, Tribute, Biancos etc, you like pizza port or oggies please stay away. I can go on... but if you know these names this is worth the visit as I am no jebronie given this a review. Ingredients top notch, great dough, little light on the sauce but that is me.Service great, and like the fact owner is hands on and cares. I don't live near but I would drive out of my way and come back.

Great Neapolitan pizza. Dough is imported from Italy and its very light and yummy. Fresh ingredients made the pizzas really tasty. The fennel sausage was so good. My son and husband shared the pepper pizza. They drizzle a honey spicy oil which they didn't care for but when we return, they will ask for it to be omitted. My daughters and I shared the Fungi and the ricotta, fennel sausage pizza. They were both white pizzas and so good. The thin crust was awesome - crispy and full of flavor. They also have Mexican coke, which my kids loved and raspberry cheesecake. The location is in an industry park but the atmosphere is really chill.