Pinball Pizzeria

This is hands down the most amazing pizzeria in Houston. The moment you walk in you can smell the fresh dough baking and the rich aroma of their sauces. The crust is perfectly crisp on the outside yet soft and chewy on the inside, and every topping tastes incredibly fresh. The cheese melts just right without being too heavy and the flavors come together like no other pizza spot in the city. The staff is always welcoming and you can tell they really care about the food they’re serving. Whether you’re grabbing a quick slice or ordering a whole pie to share, it never disappoints. After trying so many places in Houston, this is the one that truly stands out and I honestly can’t imagine going anywhere else for pizza

Stopped by because it’s a few steps from Cidercade, in the next lot, and a budget friendly spot. I loved the pizzeria’s interior decor with the neon and astronaut type art. They do have seating inside and a small upstairs with booths that overlook the kitchen. The small pizza, a 10 inch, is shareable between two people. It has a choice of three toppings. The pizza was made fresh and came out fast. We were so hungry that we inhaled it before I took a picture but it had great flavor!! They also have fresh cake and cannolis which looked amazing. Very good pizza, friendly staff and cute place. I will be back :)

Awesome pizza and atmosphere by downtown and all the stadiums! Let’s go! The pizza is great with a crispy under carriage, plenty of cheese and tasty toppings! The garlic crust is also a nice touch. Also, 11 bucks for a fresh made 10” personal pizza is a great deal! The staff was friendly and it comes out fast. Good place for a work lunch or a game because they have a bunch of TVs too.

This place is absolutely amazing. They have a great selection of pizza the mozzarella sticks are super crispy and flavorful. I enjoyed some buffalo wings with blue cheese and they rock! When you stop by, please enjoy a San Gennaro Italian sausage hoagie. This is literally what you would enjoy at a feast in New York.

Located less than a mile from all the main sports venues in downtown Houston, this pizzeria may not look like much from the outside—but don’t judge a book by its cover until you try it yourself! I came expecting more pinball machines, but quickly realized I was here for the real attraction: the “pie.” The moment we walked in, we were greeted by Zavian, the manager, who is the heart and soul of this place. His personality is one-of-a-kind and truly the “secret ingredient” that makes this pizza spot special. He even took the time to show me some of their fresh ingredients—like their Canadian bacon (real ham, sliced fresh)—which helped me decide what to order. My kids and I went for two pies and three soft drinks, then headed upstairs where most of the seating is. The upstairs area has plenty of TVs showing all kinds of shows and live games, making it a perfect hangout spot before or after an event. Our pizza came out fast, and Zavian personally brought us drinks, trays, and plates. When I asked about our second pizza, he had a moment of confusion, but without hesitation he said, “Don’t worry—what kind did you want?” I offered to pay, but he simply smiled and insisted it was on the house, taking full ownership of the mix-up. That kind of humility and thoughtfulness is rare these days. The pizza itself? Incredible. My kids—who have very high pizza standards—devoured it and called it one of the best they’ve ever had. It’s no surprise once we learned they make everything in-house, from the dough to the sauce, using only fresh ingredients. We had such an amazing experience, and it’s all thanks to the great food, the welcoming atmosphere, and especially Zavian, who lights up any room with his smile and energy. We live in Pearland, but this place is worth the drive—and we’ll be back sooner rather than later. If you’re in Houston, especially near downtown, do yourself a favor and check it out.

So I happened to check out this place before an Astros game to pregame it & it DID NOT DISAPPOINT!!! Jose & Cesar really made us feel welcomed. This is a growing gem with food that’s out of this world, but when you talk about location location location…this is it!!! Houston style pizza, as their slogan says “Houston we have pizza” is amazing. From cheese stuffed chorizo crust & who in the world puts brisket on a pizza. All I have to say is THANK YOU! Check this place out & you won’t be disappointed!

Jose and Cesar made sure I was well taken care of here. Everything tastes as good as it looks. Fast service as well. The H&K Brisket Pizza is probably the best BBQ pizza I’ve ever had. It’s like your favorite parts of a proper BBQ plate, conveniently fitting onto a perfect slice.

The Pinball Sub: loaded with meatballs, marinara sauce, and toasted, with a 4 cheese blend. The crunch was super satisfying, the taste is great(not overbearing either). The service was great and the restaurant was very clean 😁 Would definitely come again for one of their pizzas 🍕.

Yall have to try this place out the food was amazing and as soon as I walked in the staff greeted me and they brought my pizza out fast it's hot and delicious and they have lots of fun games to play while eating or after.

A Hidden Gem - Pinball Pizzeria is a Must-Try! Pinball Pizzeria is hands down one of the best pizza spots I've ever been to! From the second I walked in, I felt the fun, retro vibe -- and the smell of fresh pizza instantly had my mouth watering. Their pizza is absolutely top-tier. You can tell everything is made with care, from the house-made sauce to the perfectly melted cheese. The staff at Pinball Pizzeria are friendly, fast, and clearly love what they do. They made me feel right at home and were happy to recommend a few favorites. Perfect for a casual night out or a quick bite with friends. If you haven't been to Pinball Pizzeria yet, you're missing out. This place delivers both in taste and atmosphere. I'll definitely be back soon!

Great pizza and service. Free alcoholic drinks with any purchase! They screwed up my order but made it right. Would go back!

Great spot. Dude working the counter is super nice and helpful, the pizza is good and cheap, and the ambiance is fun. Cons: Low capacity shared parking lot, not too much seating inside (only came during off-peak hours so far so no issues yet), and the A/C needs to be fixed, fans aren't cutting it in this summer heat! Also surprised that there weren't more pinball machines inside.

My coworker wanted to try this spot and we came by for lunch. There weren't a lot of reviews and quite a few were excellent reviews from folks with one review; so digest that how you will. It's a very casual, divey feeling spot. For a pizzeria, the first thing I noticed was the lack of a legit oven. The pizza dough looks like they just came from a premade tub and ready to be loaded on the conveyor belt, much like Domino's. Service was great for this fast casual kind of service style; you order and get your pizza at the table, and that's pretty much the extent. Buffalo wings - 3/5, they were fine and exactly what you would expect. Ranch is Hidden Valley ranch. Bread sticks - 0/5. Legitimately some of the worst breadsticks that I've eaten. The texture of the dough is odd and very bouncy and under developed. There's a weird rosemary garlic sauce on it as well. Not a fan of the flavor, texture, or smell. Brisket pizza - 1/5. Again, the pizza dough is not good. There's massive flop and the dough here is closer to Little Caesars than closer to an artisan spot. There's something off about the flavor on this pizza (cheese, sauce, brisket)? But it's my least favorite pizza out of the three we ordered. Trompo pizza - 2/5. Same issue with the fast food pizza dough. Not a fan of the flavor either but it's a step up from the BBQ pizza. Chorizo Diego- 3/5. Flavor wise, it's the best out of the three pizza's but it was quite spicy. The same issue with the low grade pizza crust. Lots of flop, no undercarriage, and poor texture on the crust. Overall, massively disappointed by the pizza here as a fan of high quality pie.

Best/most creative pizza I've had in awhile!! Everyone needs to try this place ASAP! Pinballz Pizzeria was so freaking good! Luckily I live super close to here so I'll be a regular for sure. We ordered their H & K Brisket pizza and it was simply perfection. Classic red sauce, 4 cheese blend, Henderson & Kane signature brisket, bleu cheese crumbles, caramelized onions, and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar reduction. Even my friend who hates bleu cheese LOVED this pizza! Their crust is also the perfect thickness in between thick/thin crust, good chew, and well seasoned. I seriously can't wait to come back here and try more of their menu. The trompo pizza with the al pastor and grilled pineapple sounds so Houston, I love it haha. This would be a great place to watch the game too, there's a good amount of seating and tons of TVs upstairs. They also currently serve free beer or wine with every purchase, cheers! PS. Those desserts were calling my name too, but I was too full this visit. This place is joining my regular weekly rotation. Papa John's/Pizza Hut who? Never going to those chain pizza places again with Pinballz Pizzeria so close by.

After a family outing to the arcade, we decided to grab some pizza at a nearby spot. The service was fantastic--super friendly and quick. Even though the restaurant was pretty busy, our food came out pretty fast. We ordered a cheese and a pepperoni pizza, along with a Caesar salad, and everything was delicious. If you're ever in the Houston area, you should definitely check this place out!

I found this pizza to be really good. The crust was crispy and the pepperoni strips were awesome. I would definitely give them a try if you get a chance.

Come, one come all, come to Pinball pizzeria!! This pizza is delicious. The crust is a very airy crust with delicious seasoning throughout the pizza and crust. Staff is extremely polite and explains the backstory of this place, with a purchase you can receive a beer or a glass of wine. Pizza was fresh and brought to the table in a timely manner, ingredients are good absolutely coming back. The seating was plentiful, great place to listen to classic rock and eat some great pizza!!

Came here for desserts on the first visit, ordered tres leches tiramisu. I'm not a fan of tres leches but this one was decent, it was soaked in coffee at the bottom. Would've been nice to have an extra layer of marscapone, but still it was decent. Second visit we ordered a half cheese, half pepperoni and mushroom pizza large. The pizza was good, kid approved on the cheese side and adult approved on the other half. The cheese stuffed crust was a yummy addition. I would recommend this place and plan on returning to try other toppings. Staff was friendly, nice atmosphere especially with an actual pinball machine!

The pizza here is pretty good. We really enjoyed it. Upon entering, you get a warm welcome from Zhavian. This young man does a great job. The service he provides is amazing. With a purchase, you're offered free beer or wine. We spent less than $25 for a large pizza, bottled waters and beer/wine (free). We will definitely return.

Tried the Trompo pizza. Pastor meat, pineapple, and cilantro. Crust was light and buttery. Cross between hand tossed and pan pizza. Tiny place. 1 table downstairs plus Bar area seats 8. A few booths and tables upstairs. Only 1 pinball machine. Friendly staff.

I stopped in on a Thursday and was treated to some free grape juice and some awesome conversation, getting to know the new employees. I frequented the previous pizzeria and while they were also very nice, they were not consistent with their food supply. The inside is pretty much the same, but with the addition of an awesome John Wick pinball machine. I got a couple pizzas and the spaghetti & meatballs. Please, please support this pizzeria!!!

This place was amazing!! Delicious food, fun atmosphere, and wonderful service!! Zhavien in particular was super friendly, helpful, and accommodating!! By the time we left, we felt like friends. Food was so good and we even got to try their hot honey for free and it was so good!! Will order the hot honey next time cause it was so delicious!! We ordered their pizza and fettuccine and both were so yummy. Pizza was crispy, tasty, cheesy - everything you want in pizza!! Fettuccine was creamy and garlicky. Yum! Will definitely be returning and bringing friends. Thank you!!

The best crust I've ever had on a pizza, the service is great super nice people. Would definitely

Loved the retro theme. The staff did a phenomenal job being attentive to my needs and being patient with my toddler. Apart from the pleasing atmosphere, the pizza was delicious and unlike any food-chain pizza. The crust itself was rich with a garlic taste and the various options to pizza toppings were impressive. My husband was a big fan of the choriza pizza, while I found the brisket pizza delightful. Definitely recommend for a night out with friends or family!

Freakin awesome! The manager took care of us. We had him recommend what he would order. And let me tell you, I have eaten pizza all over this city and this was amazing. It's not some chefy place. It's my childhood. It's my favorite pizza place back in the tiny town I'm from in Colorado. I only eat carbs every two weeks and now this will be my cheat spot. Hands down. Loved it. From the service to the food. Yes!!!!!

Good one pizzza in Houston Especially the margarita I loved it Very good service and the beer is free

I went with several of my friends almost close to closing but we were not rushed and the customer service was impeccable! the food came out hot and we tried flavors of the wings and they didn't skip the flavor and deliciousness! we will definitely be back!

Excellent service, there was a mix up with our order with another person's order and they did everything to make it right! The other people got a free pizza and we where refunded for the wait. The food was fantastic and the atmosphere was amazing! We definitely will be going back!

Wow, this pizza is so delicious! Perfect crispy crust on the outside but perfectly fluffy on the inside. Not to mention the killer retro vibe and lighting all around making it exciting and vibrant. But wait, the moment you walk in, you are greeted by friendly smiles all around. Jose and his crew are amazing! We will definitely come back for more!