Mr. Moto Pizza Little Italy

I had been wanting to visit Mr. Moto Pizza for a while, so I finally stopped by and ordered the 2 slices and a soda combo. Unfortunately, I was a bit disappointed with the flavor of the pizza, it just didn’t live up to the expectations I had. That said, the customer service was excellent. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which definitely made the visit more pleasant. I might give it another try in the future, but this first experience didn’t quite hit the mark food-wise.

Advertised as new york style pizza. Several uniques offerings on display so you know what you’re getting. You order by the slice, it gets warmed up and finished off with the toppings depending on which slice you get. Thin but not super thin crusts. Perfectly browned, not charred or blistered. The folding technique didn’t work for some of the slices as the toppings out weighed the crust. However, the topping qualities were superb. Slices fairly large - two were enough for a filling dinner. Fairly quick service but the line can get long at times. No rustic brick oven fired pies but satisfying slices.

This pizza spot is a solid 3/5—great for a quick bite but not necessarily a must-visit compared to some of the other options in Little Italy. (They do have a lot of other locations as well, but we went to the Little Italy location because it is close to home for us). They serve New York-style pizza by the slice, and the atmosphere is busy and fun, with friendly staff adding to the experience. We decided to order a whole pie to take home and walked around Little Italy while we waited, which took about 15-20 minutes. We went with a classic pepperoni and a half pepperoni, mushroom, and hot honey combo—the hot honey sauce was definitely the standout, and I highly recommend adding it! We also shared a garlic knot stuffed with cheese and jalapeño, which was decent but definitely needed a good amount of dipping sauce to boost the flavor. Overall, it’s a solid spot for quick, thin-crust pizza in the heart of Little Italy—good, but not life-changing.

I have been going to the Point Loma location on Rosecrans fairly regularly for a couple of years now. The pizza is always delicious with an excellent array of unique options, and the service has always, always been top-notch. In fact, they often go above and beyond, and it's always a very welcoming atmosphere. Then, on November 13th, between 1 and 2 p.m., I was hanging with friends at my favorite San Diego cafe next door, Caffe Italia, and decided to give the Little Italy location of Mr Moto a try. I walked in and there were two young women eating at a little table in the corner off to the side, and I began waiting for someone to ask what I would like. Nobody was there behind the counter. I waited, and waited, then tried to move over from the register so I could see into the back room to let whoever might be there know they had a customer. I waited still more, noting the pizza didn't look as appetizing as the other location's pies do. Finally, another customer came in and stood behind me in line. We waited several minutes together. She asked me if I'd already left my order and I said I've been waiting for someone to appear from the back room for at least ten minutes. She said, "Well, they're eating something," pointing to the two women chatting at the table. She called over to them and asked, "Is there anyone here to help us?" The two women stopped chatting and one said, like they had been rudely interrupted, "We're on break. We'll be another 15 minutes." The other potential customer gave out an exasperated sigh, yelling out, "Well, you should at least put up a sign or something," and stormed out. I kind of shrugged my shoulders, shaking my head as I laughed inside about "kids these days" and the "Gen Z stare," and simply walked out as well, without even bothering to say a damn thing to the two so-called "employees" of the establishment. I have lived in Bulgaria right after the Communists left, but this Mr. Moto was worse customer service than anywhere there. Same when I lived in France and witnessed how the French treat tourists during the busiest season. This was preposterous. I will never set food in this Little Italy location again for that reason alone. I don't really trust the quality of the food, either, because while at the Point Loma location they're always cooking pies that look phenomenal, the pizzas in the case here looked like a cheap imitation and probably sitting there for hours, and I smelled nothing cooking while I waited for FIFTEEN MINUTES without either of the women who apparently worked there even bothering to greet two customers ten feet away from them waiting in front of the register. ZERO ACKNOWLEDGEMENT. I have only left very positive reviews via Google. Congratulations, "Ladies." You just received earned my first single-star review. Luckily for the owners, I will still keep going to the other location. The staff there are to be praised, even when it's super-busy and even when I've rudely arrived just prior to closing for a few slices.

On our first night in San Diego's Little Italy we walked past this one of many pizza shops on India Street and I was drawn in by the look of this giant piece of burratta cheese on top of a huge slice of pizza. We told them we'd be back, and the guy with a personality behind the counter razzed us a bit for telling him we'd be back, "yeah sure, that's what my dad said too!". LOL. Well, we came back about 30 minutes later and again two more times before we left town. This is the best NY Style pizza we've ever had. They have great combinations of toppings and friendly staff. Highly recommend this place! And they play great 80's music too. And try the stuffed knots. They are incredible, especially the jalapeno ones.

I'm from out of town looking for something to eat near by my hotel. Came with my son and was not disappointed at all. Our last day was on Sunday so I gave it a shot. Came around 7pm. The service was phenomenal. I do not know if this person was a manager or not but kudos to you FELIX. He showed me and my son a great service. From my drink to my son's very picky meal. What a gentleman he is. Very knowledgeable of the menu but also the area since it was our first time visiting California. This will not be my last and kinda bummed out that it was our last day here. Will be back. Make sure to request FELIX!!!!

First time visiting. Went on a Friday afternoon around 230pm to order take out. This is a pizza shop on the little Italy strip with some seating inside and outside. I’m not fond of eating on the strip because of the stench in the air in this part of the city as well as the homeless population sitting right outside of the restaurant buildings. This makes my review biased but also reveals my reason behind my 3 stars. We got the art themed pizza and it was decent. The cashier was pleasant and gave us plenty of time to decide on what to order. Overall an okay experience.

The pizza was really good and the hazy IPA was exactly what I wanted. The pizza slice selection was weak at 2 pm, but that's not peak hours, so I understand.

Andrew he gave me really best service I'm gonna tell to everybody I know about this place best service thank you so much Andrew !!!!!!! Someone was bullying him but it wasn't truth they just hating on him food is amazing I love it

The service was good with a very friendly staff and the space seemed good for a quick bite. We swung in for a quick to go order, and they were indeed fast. I really enjoyed the pepperoni garlic knot, and the pizza was pretty decent too. I would recommend the marina for a dip, it was quite flavorful. The ranch was a bit watery for me, so I'd say skip that unless you like it that way.

Mr. Moto Pizza is the best spot in Little Italy for a quick, affordable, yet quality pizza. Vibe: The pizzeria has a very small dining area, more like a grab-and-go spot similar to a New York-style pizzeria. It's not the cleanest place I've been to, but it's not rundown either. Bite: The pizza was quite good. I ordered a burrata margherita pizza, which was extremely delicious. Like a classic New York pizza, it was thin and crispy on the edges, while the slice itself was soft and pliable. The price of a slice was also affordable, and it was a high-quality piece. Service: The service was very good: quick, and the staff was very friendly and polite.

My Son was craving for Pizza late at night and I know Mr. Moto pizza in Little Italy closes at 2 a.m. so we drove there got ourselves a couple of slices of pizzas. We ate CALIFORNIA LOVE, MR. MOTO, ROCKY MOUNTAIN, and POWER AID BLUE. My wife and son didn't get a drink because they came with a Starbucks drink. As always MR. MOTO never disappoints, their Pizza is always good and tastes Fresh, we pretty much have eaten at all Mr. Moto locations here in SD and we are always satisfied with their pizza. Our TOP favorite Pizza of Mr . Moto is their CALIFORNIA LOVE, it has Bacon, Ranch, Chicken, and Caramelized onion . Parking is hard to find in Little Italy but if you wanna get a good Pizza oh well keep on driving around and you will eventually find parking.

Popped in and had the California Love Pizza Sooooo good. This is grab and go or dine in and is very cute and modern We were greatest when we walked in , and our order was taken quite quickly , the pizza was amazing and we will be back while we are in town

I have a lot of places to go for pizza here in Little Italy, but I find myself coming back to Mr. Moto almost every time I've had many things on the menu, but my go to is the work of art which is a pepperoni pizza with burrata, basil and hot honey. It's seriously so tasty and delicious but cost one dollar more so it works out to be like almost 8 dollars a slice. I also really love the stuffed knots the spinach one is pretty tasty with the dipping sauce that I add Parmesan cheese and chili flakes too. It just is a great flavor combination but the ambience is super casual and easy and the service for the most part is good.

Super flavorful extra virgin slice w cold beer! Stuffed spinach knot was full of deliciousness. Super kind cashier. Salad was not available that evening but service was great. Having visited from Hawaii we were looking for a slice of goodness and glad we stopped here! Found out the cashier worked the Big Island too!

Meh. Service was slow, the server was just not so interested in getting you a slice. Took forever, and honestly was just about to walk out of the place , having stood in line, and waited for her to acknowledge me. But I was hungry, and I wanted something fast. Given that this is a pizza , by the slide, in Little Italy... I thought this was the right choice.... NOPE. Long story short... you can find better service, and better pizza, just about anywhere else.

Second time visiting and it was just as great as the first. Got the piece of art and Mr motto, can never go wrong with a hot honey burrata combo! Crust could be a little crunchier, could've probably done with another minute in the oven but great nonetheless. Ambiance is casual but well organized, service was good a little slow (2 slices ~13/14 minutes and I was the second person in at opening). Average pricing ~18 for 2 slices and a drink. Definitely going to be back

Ordered for delivery. Took about an hour. Pizza was nice, hot fresh and crispy. Overall good value for the price. Unique pies. Can order by the slice but wasn't an option for online order/delivery.

Our final meal before we turned in that day. We weren't very hungry, so we ordered something that we can take back to our room to enjoy together after devouring a slice of pizza each. The place is small, meant to be enjoyed outdoors (they do have patio dining) or at home. We were lucky to snag a table inside. It took about 15-18 minutes total. We received our slices of pizza in 10 minutes. The pizza was good; crust was sturdy but thin and chewy. The calzone was very good and very dense. Gavin had his half the next day as breakfast.

The pizza was flavorful and large slices. The service was fast and pleasant! The old school decor and music was perfect.

This restaurant was a strong neutral. It's small on the inside and more so a to go pizzeria. We ordered the Mama Moto slice which had Italian sausage, spanish chorizo, burrata and marinara. The pizza and ranch was delicious! It took the front cashier a while to take our order, they didn't take a moment to acknowledge us but if you can look past the subpar service, it is a nice quick bite to eat for a walk through Little Italy!

Walked by and wanted to try California pizza as a snack. We were all warned not to try as it isn't worth it. We all knew that California pizza isn't the greatest when compare to NYC pizza. But, we still wanted to try. And we figured, since we are in Little Italy, and saw this shop that advertised they are great NY style pizza, that they must be decent. They have a huge display case of most of their pizza and they have specialty stuffed knots which looks interesting. There is also soda fountain for drinks. They had lots of specials so I assume people love it here and do their catering/specials for game days. We were able to find seating (limited) and needed to ask for some napkins to clean up (dining area needs attention). All staff were behind the counter and didn't come out to check on dining area). Cheese slice $5.50 Stuffed Knot (pepperoni Jalapeño) $4 The knot comes with marinara sauce. We asked them to cut the cheese slice in thirds so we could try. The 3rd slice was being eaten when I took the picture. We asked for a plastic knife to cut the knots. The pizza was floppy and not that great but the stuffed knots were good. The slice barely had sauce and very thin crust. I did hear Californian aren't into bread/carbs and is into "clean" [bland] taste. I was dipping the knot in the marinara for that extra flavor. It wasn't spicy even tho there was Jalapeños. Overall, not bad but not the greatest. Highly recommend the knots over the pizza but it wasn't that amazing.

I had back-to-back meetings all morning and realized I was starving since I skipped on breakfast. I only had 30-minutes in between meetings to figure out what I was going to get for lunch. I remembered seeing Mr. Moto Pizza and figured that they probably had pizzas by the slices. I stopped by around 1pm. The place was busy with lunch goers, but I was the only person in line and able to order right away. I got a pepperoni pizza for my husband and a spinach/ricotta garlic knot for myself. The entire transaction was 15 minutes, so I made it back in time for my meeting. The spinach/ricotta garlic knot was alright. I would've liked the garlic flavor to be more prominent, otherwise it's considerably bland. I also thought that the dough was mushy/under cooked when I looked more closely inside the knot.

Moto pizza yummy! Pizza bomb! Knots bomb! Moto pizza yummy! Pizza bomb! Knots bomb! Sauce too good!! Yum!!!'

This pizza spot is a solid 3/5--great for a quick bite but not necessarily a must-visit compared to some of the other options in Little Italy. (They do have a lot of other locations as well, but we went to the Little Italy location because it is close to home for us). They serve New York-style pizza by the slice, and the atmosphere is busy and fun, with friendly staff adding to the experience. We decided to order a whole pie to take home and walked around Little Italy while we waited, which took about 15-20 minutes. We went with a classic pepperoni and a half pepperoni, mushroom, and hot honey combo--the hot honey sauce was definitely the standout, and I highly recommend adding it! We also shared a garlic knot stuffed with cheese and jalapeño, which was decent but definitely needed a good amount of dipping sauce to boost the flavor. Overall, it's a solid spot for quick, thin-crust pizza in the heart of Little Italy--good, but not life-changing.

Ordering online and delivery is so easy. They outsource to uber but all drivers have been great. Pizzas are always delicious!

Delicious pizza. Make sure you eat it hot and fresh. I've order to go multiple times and the pizza has never disappointed. I've tried multiple pies but my favorite is the pizza with honey. They are a little pricey but that's what makes them so good they stand out.

* The slice of Mr. Moto pizza was incredibly delicious - the blend of ingredients was unique and tasty, the crisp crust had a great fold, and it wasn't overly greasy * The Stuffed Knot was a lot more dense than expected - it had a noticeable kick and the marinara dip helped round out the flavor * Overall, a great spot with friendly staff that's perfect for a quick and reasonably priced slice of pizza in Little Italy

pizza, wings, salad .. always the go to items when I order from here! All my experiences have been through delivery only (from seaport and little italy locations) and this place always comes through and is consistent with quality, value.

The service was good, but not great. The employee working there was very quiet and pretty reserved. Just taking orders and quickly getting them ready. Seems like there should have been one more person there assisting her. Regardless, the presentation of the slide when I got it was phenomenal. It really did look like a "Piece of Art". The slice was warmed up perfectly. There was a slight crunch to the bottom, and the crust was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The toppings were also perfectly balanced. This has got to be one of the best pizzas I've had in a very very long time.

This pizza took me back to Italy with just one bite! Can't wait to come back and have some more !! The dough was soft, fluffy but crispy, I can't explain it please just go TASTE it.

Fire food get the diablo pizza it's fire. people are very kind too. Ambiance is chill especially with the halloween decor

Always a great time at Mr. Motos! The garlic knots are to die for!!! (Sadly they ran out halfway through our groups order). We all shared a large cheese pizza, and got a few other slices to try. All of it was soooo delicious. And the motos is so cute in little Italy, I recommend exploring after because there are cute stores and places for photos!

Walking through little Italy we went searching for a casual lunch spot with a view outside and found Mr. Moto Pizza. With a cute little sidewalk seating area and a nice selection of pizzas, salads, pastas, knots, etc., it was a great spot to sit and enjoy little Italy. The staff was happy and friendly, making sure to keep the place neat and tidy. The pizza was good but the jalapeño knot was my favorite!

Cute pizza place where they serve pizza by the slice!!! Decided to come over and have few different slices of pizza and they were great. It is a pretty small restaurant so it is more popular with take out than dining in. I would not mind coming back here, but more importantly, I was really happy with their beer selection! Service wise - things move on a slower side.

I walked in and the young lady in the back making the pizzas and everything was very friendly very nice pretty cool and I was rude I heard her say good morning and I didn't say anything so I made sure I commented back until the good morning about 15-20 seconds later. And I'm glad I did I think it's rude when someone says good morning or hello and no one speaks and when I told her good morning and apologized she just smiled and it was just such a beautiful smile. Before our 2 hour wait brunch my son and I decided to stop in and grab a little something. Last time I was here in the area we were to come back and we didn't. So now we are here as promised,even if I am a year late. The food was amazing. A must stop.

Me encanta la pizza y son súper rápidos siempre que ordeno para cuando llego por ella mi orden ya está lista y todos los empleados son muy lindos y serviciales poreso ordénalos seguido hay. Se las recomiendo mucho

Very Fast delivery, very nice driver will order again. Very Fast delivery, very nice driver will order again.

People are friendly, their pizza is great! I love that they have pizza with no tomato sauce. I'm allergic to tomatoes so I loved that they have options. They have the pizza in no time.

I purchased a slice of Mamma Motto. It was good. Service wasn't the best. Not bad but not friendly on a Friday afternoon. Was not busy but looks like it might for people are too busy and want a quick bite. I sat outside which was cool. They also had seats inside.

If you're craving a quick slice in Little Italy, this place gets the job done. It's not a must-visit compared to some of the other options nearby, but it's reliable, fun, and great for a no-fuss meal. The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is lively, and they serve classic New York-style pizza by the slice. Our go-to? California Love--bacon, chicken, ranch, caramelized onion. Affordable, easy, and always hits the spot. Definitely a solid option when you need a quick and satisfying bite

Mr. Motos is always a solid option. I've tried many of their selections and they're always a hit. It's my fave take out pizza.

Walked in to order slices of pizza at the counter. We noticed there was a fly on one of the pizzas and approached one of the ladies behind the count about it. Honestly all I wanted was for her to swat it away.... Us: "Hey there's a fly on this pizza." Her: "You can pay up at the front" Us: "Ya we know but there's a fly on this pizza." Pointing to said pizza. Her: "Yeah, he can help you right over there." Pointing in the direction of the cashier. Us: Yeah, we know. We are just telling you there is a flying bug in this pizza. Her: "It's up to you whether you wanna eat here or not." She's saying this now with stanky face. A few minutes later, with the same fly on the same pizza.. Cashier: "We can't help that there are flies on the pizza." Sir and Ma'am.. you can swat the fly. You can show any bit of concern or understanding that your customers do not want to see a fly on their food. When I'm at a park eating food, I swat the fly, most people would swat the fly. I say most because obviously ma'am didn't swat the fly. I guess I wouldn't expect her to swat the fly or show concerns. Just before walking out without having ordered anything the icing on the cake was watching her wipe her nose with her bare hands then handle the pizza. Mr. Moto, whomever you are, do better.

I wish I could give this place negative stars. The pizza is really good, but the customer service is horrible. They take forever to make pizza. I usually order on the app. The last couple of times have been ok, this last time I walked in and they told me to wait 10 minutes for my pie. I waited 38 minutes and then they finally brought it out, after asking 3 times about it. Ridiculous.

Lots of choices in Little Italy but this had great reviews so we checked it out while we were in town. The location was easy to get to, ample indoor and outdoor seating. They were short staffed that day so the food took a while but they were trying their best and let us know ahead of time. Great food, and worth the short wait! Thanks for a great visit.

We're on a mission to find the best pizza in town. But we are pretty picky. Mr Motto is kind of our go to for last minute delivery. For the most part it's pretty consistent. Sauce not too much or too sweet. Plenty of toppings and the crust is pretty fresh. Is it the best pizza I've ever had? No. I'm still searching. Slice House is next.

This is a very tasty fast casual pizza place in Little Italy. I appreciated the ability to walk up and order versus traditional table service. Our pizza came out fast, was perfectly cooked and tasted great. I'd definitely visit here again - the garlic knots looked yummy and the price point is great.

Mr. Moto Pizza is the perfect spot to get a gluten free pizza, it's flavorful and very light for pizza! I've only gotten my pizza to go every time but they do have indoor & outdoor sitting. The service is friendly and quick! It is a little pricey, but what isn't pricey in Little Italy. I am not a big gluten free person but my cousin is, so he insisted on getting the gluten free one time and now I will not have it any other way! If you are a ranch on your pizza person like me, the ranch is tasty. Highly recommend this spot if you are looking for a quick pizza spot in Little Italy!

I have been to Mr. Moto's many times, but it is not exceptional to me. The pizza is always good to eat, but I have had a lot of other great pizzas. The last time I went here, I got the pepperoni and Mrs. Moto pizza. The service was excellent, but the pizza was so greasy. After taking off the grease, the pizza did taste good for a late-night snack. Overall, if you are looking for a quick bite, this is a good place to try. It won't disappoint you if you don't have high standards.

Little Italy is always fun to visit. Food, music, festive people - pure enjoyment. Tried Mr. Moto Pizza for the first time, definitely not let down. Our party kept it simple with an XL pepperoni pizza and garlic knots. Pizza was awesome, the cheese was beauty at its finest. The garlic knots were over toasted and slightly burnt, I feel that took away from some of the flavor. If it weren't for that, I think they would have been a dime as well. Its a given that parking is a nightmare anywhere near Little Italy. I found it easiest to use the paid parking at the Vici Luxury Apartments (off Columbia/Date St). Not sure if its a weekend only or regular thing, but it puts you right in the heart of Little Italy once you park underground and take the elevator up. The employees came off as they truly dig their jobs here. That makes the meal and atmosphere even more enjoyable. One guy (didnt catch his name) came to check on us, made some small talk. Found out we came from OC and claims there may be a Mr. Moto opening soon in our area. He couldn't confirm a city or date, but said its in the works. I am down to see this plan in action!

The Mama Moto is so good! So glad I stumbled upon this place during a recent trip. The space is small, so getting a table might be a challenge. In addition to the basics, they offer some fun specialty pizzas (like Mama Moto) that make selecting probably the hardest decision you'll make all day. Can't decide. . .they do offer combos that allow you to select between 2-3 different slices. If you are getting a whole pizza to go, call ahead. My only complaint was that my 15-minute wait turned into about 40 minutes, and I was there well before the dinner crowd. After my first bite though. . . worth the wait!

I can sum up my experience at Mr. Moto Pizza in three words - tasty but frustrating. We ordered online and were informed that our order would be ready in 30 to 45 minutes. We got there in about 40 minutes, and our food was not ready. We were told to come back in 10. Ten minutes later, still no food. This time, we were told come back in 5. Five minutes later, "come back in 4." By this time, it would have been laughable, but we were hungry, especially my 6 year old grandson. Four minutes later, the very nice young man behind the counter offered us garlic knots as an apology. Nice gesture, but it didn't do much to allay our frustration. So, that was the frustrating part. My gluten-free pizza was the tasty part, even though they forgot the balsamic drizzle I ordered and paid for. Would I go there again? Yes, despite the very poor handling of our order. Clearly, something went wrong in preparing it. They could have been much more transparent about what was happening. But, the food was good enough to give them another try.

Small place so don't expect to sit together if in a large party. Inside was busy. I mean don't expect quick service if it's not in the slice window. You order a whole pizza but in store you can also order a slice. I had the hulk. All meat and my coworker had the pepperoni. Large slices and was excellent taste. Out of the ones we've tried this one and the toppings never gave us heartburn lol so it's a plus in my book. Would definitely recommend them.

The Extra Virgin pizza slice was crispy, cheesy, and rich in flavor. The bottom of the pizza unexpectedly is quite crispy but this pairs well with the layer of cheese on the top. It wasn't too heavy on the olive oil.

Great pizza and stuffed garlic knot! The flavors were authentic and the crust was exactly how we like it-thin and crispy but not too crunchy. Will definitely recommend to others. We each had a slice of the piece of Art pizza and a stuffed garlic knot. Everything was on point!

Got a piece of sausage peperoni. Wasn't thrilled. 3.3/10. Love the decor inside and service was great. Pizza just missed.

My kids and I recently visited San Diego for vacation and happily stumbled upon Mr. Moto's Pizza in Little Italy. To our surprise, the food was outstanding. Bold statement, but it's the best pizza I've ever had. We also discovered the second location, which was charming, fun, and impeccably clean. The food is incredible, and Mr. Moto's quirky and entertaining commercials playing on the TV add to the experience. The variety is impressive--there's something for everyone. My kids loved the pepperoni and cheese pizzas, while I couldn't get enough of the Mama Moto with burrata and truffle. It's simply the most incredible pizza. I wish there were locations in Redondo Beach or Hermosa Beach. We returned during Comic-Con and made sure to visit Mr. Moto's again. The value for the price is fantastic, with generous slice sizes. We even ordered a large pizza to take home.