Pie Punks

"This SoMa pizza place opened in July 2022 with tiki cocktails, Detroit-style pies, plus thin and crispy grandma pizzas. Owners Lane Ford and Alvin Luna brought in Delarosa and Beretta alum Pedro Gonzalaz to craft the dough; pizza toppings include esoteric options like garlic and onion confit and corned beef." - Lauren Saria, Dianne de Guzman, Justine Jones

"Onion Pie For anyone who falls asleep to roasted garlic ASMR videos on TikTok, we’re happy to introduce the onion and ricotta pizza from Pie Punks. You’ll get the urge to spread the garlic and onion confit on everything—and record whatever sound is made for good measure. Out of all the round, grandma, and Detroit-style pies at this SoMa spot, this is the one sent down from the pearly gates to exist on earth as our new go-to lunch. " - julia chen 1, lani conway

"Great news for the notoriously indecisive and anyone looking for another casual all-day pizza spot to slot into their rotation: Pie Punks in SoMa is focusing on three styles of pies (grandma, Detroit, and thin-crust round), and pulling each one off with ease. The only real decision you have to make is whether or not to show up (you should)—once you do, there’s no way to go wrong. The fact that you can head over to get an after-work slice at the bar, catch a game on the big projector screen, or replace your sad desk salad lunch will also keep you coming back. At this spot, you can hang out with some natural wine and beer, or, even better, a tropical cocktail, with names like “Zombie Punk Drink” and “Sneaky Sneaky Soy Sauce.” The tiki drinks are a pretty good indicator that you’re walking into a non-stuffy space. Despite what the name might suggest, Pie Punks isn’t some dive bar with sticker-covered walls and Black Flag blaring through the speakers. This small place could pass for a trendy Brooklyn loft with its high ceilings, white brick walls, and black-and-white checkered floor. And even though there will always be records playing The Buggles, Elton John, and the like, you won’t have to use your outside voice to talk to someone across the table. photo credit: Carly Hackbarth It isn’t hard to choose which pizza style to go with since, like the first three Shrek movies, they’re great in their own ways. But one to zero in on is the pepperoni grandma. It’s approximately the size of two laptops, and lathered in slightly spicy tomato sauce that’s so good we’d throw it back as a shot. Also opt for the round onion pie with whole garlic cloves, jammy onions, and a crust with a satisfying snap. Another rule of thumb: always roll with the grandma and round pies if you’re in the mood for less heavy. And note that only grandma-style is offered by the slice. The welcoming and laidback energy at Pie Punks makes it easy to kick back with a pepperoni slice and sip on a Hennessy piña colada or natural wine all day. So get here for any occasion you can think of—excellent pizza awaits. Food Rundown photo credit: Carly Hackbarth Grandma Pepperoni Our go-to, whether we’re dropping in for a quick slice or looking to wolf down an entire pie. The pepperoni cups are nice and curled around the edges, and the tangy crust is so light it could pass a buoyancy test. photo credit: Carly Hackbarth Round Onion Pie Snappy crust, onion and garlic confit, and globs of ricotta we’d use as pillows make this our favorite pizza on the menu. Get this. photo credit: Carly Hackbarth Detroit Bacon A hefty brick loaded with tomato sauce, bacon, and mushrooms. Always a solid option, especially if you can block out time for a nap after. Corn Salad Just fine. You’re better off focusing on the pizzas. SF Guide San Francisco's Best New Dishes Of 2022" - Julia Chen

"Pina colada lovers, rise up. But also, maybe sit back down before you attempt to slurp down one of these cocktails at downtown pizzeria Pie Punks. Along with a menu of crispy-edged Detroit-style pies, order a Hennessy-loaded pina colada — dubbed the Henny Colada — garnished with a thick wedge of pineapple. It’s a drink so enormous it comes with a sidecar of extra coconut-y goodness." - Lauren Saria, Dianne de Guzman, Caleb Pershan

"Pie Punks, a casual new restaurant, made its debut in late June, taking over the space at 145 Second Street with round East Coast pizza, Detroit-style slabs, and slices of thin and crispy Grandma pies. Owner Lane Ford says he wanted to create a pizzeria for pizza lovers of all ilks. Ford partnered with Pedro Gonzalaz to head up the dough program, Gonzalaz having honed his skills at San Francisco pizza staples Delarosa and Beretta. Working with Alvin Luna, former executive chef at Gary Danko, the duo spins out three kinds of pizzas for Pie Punks. Aside from the pies, the Pie Punks menu offers a handful of appetizer options. As for drinks, there’s a menu of tiki cocktails. Ford also partnered up with Eric Passetti on the restaurant. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday." - Lauren Saria