San Paolo Pizzeria

At this place, even the water tastes good! While parking can be a bit challenging due to its location on a main avenue, the experience inside more than makes up for it. The restaurant itself is beautifully designed, stylish, and welcoming—and its location right on Ala Moana Blvd makes it central and very accessible. We were served by Osvaldo, whose positive energy and attentiveness truly elevated our visit. Thank you, Osvaldo, for your exceptional service! We chose the Neapolitan Chicken with Catupiry and the Neapolitan Mignon Supreme pizzas; the first, in particular, was an outstanding choice with incredible flavor. Without a doubt, I would gladly return to San Paolo Pizza Hawaii for another great meal. Highly recommended!

Busy night but spots open at the bar. As a party if one I bellied up and the two bartenders took great care of me. Caesar salad rocked with the fried pancetta. Mushroom pizza with pesto hit the spot. Excellent crust and ample mushrooms made all the difference. Yes, Brazil 🇧🇷does have a pizza culture since there’s a sea of Italians living there. Give it a go! You will not be disappointed.

You absolutely, must try the Gourmet Pizza Experience! I honestly wish every pizza place was like this. You get half size slices of each flavor they offer, and they are all amazing! I think my favorites by far were the ham and pineapple, margherita and the dessert pizza with banana and cinnamon. The servers were extremely attentive, and I loved how they had live music! A pizza experience not quite like any other, and so delicious! One of my favorite parts about my first trip to Hawaii.

Located off Ala Moana boulevard right next to the Red Lobster and in the same location as the old Outback Steakhouse, San Paolo Pizzeria offers a blend of Italian and Brazilian flavors that highlight their unique Italian-Brazilian pizza fusion. They focus on tradition and pay a homage to their rich history and immigration journey of Italian immigrants who found a new home in Brazil. We decided to try the Gourmet pizza experience which is AYCE pizza as they bring every pizza they have on the menu on rotation including dessert pizzas for you to try. It comes with smaller slices you can try many more pizzas from their menu. As long as your token is green, they'll keep being you pizza after pizza. Lines can get pretty long so I highly recommend making reservations. And even with reservations, we still waited another 30 minutes after we initially checked in so be prepared to wait. There is no parking available on premise but if you're lucky you can find street parking along the ilikai hotel and marina.

Absolutely fantastic and easily the best pizza I’ve ever had. Our server, Carolyn A., was incredible. She made sure we got to try every flavor we were curious about, thanks to their special where you pay per person and can sample multiple kinds of pizza. She checked in with us regularly and even placed a special order for the flavors we hadn’t received yet. Every slice arrived hot and fresh, with a crust that was perfectly crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, and tasted better than any pizza crust I’ve ever eaten. While the savory flavor pizzas were great, my favorite was the cinnamon banana dessert pizza. It was hot, delicious, and absolutely worth the wait. I’ll definitely be coming back. Thank you for an amazing experience!

If you order the buffet option, enter this place with an empty stomach! Seriously! The waiter/waitresses will be coming at you like a hurricane with different tasting pizzas! Hahahahahaha! Especially the dessert pizzas! It was an interesting and first time fun experience for me!

Pizza version of a Brazilian steakhouse. They keep on coming to your table with over 30 different flavors of pizza. And this isn’t your average pizza. The flavor combos are unique culinary combinations that really hit. The cocktails are phenomenal as well. Def recommend!

If you're in Oahu and craving pizza, the Brazilian pizzeria (San Paolo) is a must-visit! They pride themselves on using fresh, high-quality ingredients that truly elevate the flavors. Each bite bursts with taste, from the rich tomato sauce to the perfectly melted cheese. The unique Brazilian twists on classic pizzas add an exciting flair, making it a delightful experience for any pizza lover. The atmosphere is friendly and inviting, perfect for a casual meal. Highly recommended!

Excellent service from the floor manager. The food was great. We had the gourmet experience, the all-you-can-eat. Being able to try a bunch of different pizzas was fun. There were a number of pizzas I didn't get to try before getting full but I can save that for next time I come. The restaurant was open and had a modern aesthetic and was very clean. Be sure to check what the current price and the times are on their instagram or call as I've heard ayca used to be wednesdays only and it's not available during the full hours they are open.

Pizza Frenzy . Park at the lagoon if you can, it's just easier. Happy hour specials given from 5-6:30 pm. . Their pizza experience is a carb lover's dream! First, rounds of their 22 listed "savory" pizzas are conveniently brought to your table with a different selection to choose from every time. I could barely finish 8...but the chosen ones were delicious. Fan favs = Honey & Brie, Calabresas And of course, there's always room for dessert! Following the savory are the sweet dessert pizzas - visuals were giving "pastry bread" but surprisingly tasted much better than expected! There's also a very tasty port wine from Portugal available - I highly recommend. . Mahalo to our thoughtful and very helpful waitress. Thank you also to the food servers who repeatedly and patiently explained the various pizzas to us and for not judging the pile of unwanted crusts on my plate - I reject the unnecessary carb. lol. . cheers (:

We visited San Paolo Pizzeria to celebrate our 9-year wedding anniversary and had a mostly wonderful evening. I made our reservation through Open Table and appreciated the option to leave a note about both our celebration and our severe food allergies (shrimp and peanuts). It was reassuring that both the host and our server confirmed the allergies upon arrival--huge points for attention to detail and guest safety. We went for the full experience and started with drinks--my husband enjoyed his beer served in a perfectly chilled mug, and I had The Guava Breeze, which was absolutely delicious and refreshing. We were also given each a glass of complimentary prosecco to celebrate our anniversary which a very nice surprise. As for the food, the pizza was a bit of a mixed bag. The end crust was phenomenal--crispy, well-cooked, and flavorful. However, the main part of the crust under the toppings was disappointingly soggy and underbaked. That said, the pizzas that were topped with Brazilian cheese were our favorites--the cheese was creamy absolutely delicious. The ambiance was a highlight: the decor is stunning, thoughtfully designed, and even the restrooms are beautiful. It truly feels like a special night out. What really knocked a star off our experience, though, was the issue with the live music. I had confirmed through their Instagram that live music would be part of the evening--there were multiple posts featuring a new performer and scheduled dates. This was one of the main reasons we chose San Paolo. Unfortunately, there was no live music, and our server seemed unaware it had even been planned. It was disappointing, especially since there had been no update or cancellation posted to their social media. Overall, San Paolo Pizzeria is a beautiful spot with thoughtful service and some great menu highlights. I'd return for the drinks and the ambiance, but I'd double-check the food consistency and live entertainment next time. Oh almost forgot to mention, they offer a kamaina discount so don't forget to ask! And they validate parking.

Great atmosphere (had live music), great service, and really good Brazilian pizza and food. Not cheap, but really good. Only four stars because so pricey - but the ingredients are quality for sure, just super expensive even so. Note: parking validation is for 30 minutes ($5) only, we had to pay the rest (@$5/ half hour). Try to park near harbor instead.

I'm surprised we got a table on a Thursday night, in Waikīkī. The Brazilian twist on pizza is very interesting. I imagined a lot of meat on my pie and I was not disappointed. I was really enjoying my dinner with friends and how everyone was saying how good the food was; therefore, not noticing the details of the food. I mean it was good. Every bite followed quickly with another until you find out you ate too much. The staff: excellent. Food service: quick and tasty. The setting: clean, new. And the bathroom was nice and clean. That's something rare.

The pizza was interesting. The crust was perhaps a bit chewy. The Brazilian fusion toppings were very generous. Service was very fast and very friendly. Even though there are a lot of tables, they were not so close together that it felt super crowded. The live Brazilian music was a real plus! It seems when you look at the menu that the "all you can eat" option is the way to go. However, you don't get to choose your pizza. They just come around and offer you different pizzas. Unless you're planning on being there for hours, the chances that the pizza you were eying on the menu will come around are pretty small.

This was a joke right? I was being punked? From a water glass that was smeared with sausage oil and smelled like it, to a drink that was filled with granulated sugar crystals, a short poured beer (6-7oz), to a $62 pizza that was room temp, half tasting like Costco hotdogs the other half dripping with oil. It gets better, their website promises "cultural ambiance", "an immersive atmosphere that transports guests to the heart of Brazil and Italy". How? Not a single beer from Brazil. The live performance of pop / Hawaiian music from the 1970 and 1980's doesn't help. Nor do the fake plastic plants, boring uniforms of the staff and total lack of energy. With exception to the friendly hostess, NONE of the service was up to par. Being told that the food runner can't take a drink order is fine. Being told "I'll get your server" and your server never showing up is not. Neither is a server who only spends seconds with guests, taking only one diner's drink order and running off, not noticing that we placed untouched drinks and glasses on the side to ask if everything is OK and rushing away before we can say it isn't. The only other positive, the pizza CRUST is good. A total waste of potential. Not recommended.

The pizza was delicious. The crust was fluffy yet airy. I like how the pizza is perfectly baked and its not burnt. The toppings were simple and fresh. Their pizzas are quite pricey. One large pie is around $50.

I had finally had the chance to try with San Paolo Pizzeria! I came with my co-workers it was delicious. It's very spacious on the inside and clean! What we ordered ~ **BURRATA SALAD (9/10) ~ Whatever they seasoned this with, it was delicious. The cheese went very with the greens. There was a nice zesty and bitterness to the salad! It goes really well with the pizza. **Pepperoni Pizza (10/10) ~ This was honestly my favorite. Loved the touch of onion to get some sweetness on the pizza. The dough/crust was also delicious. It was soft and fluffy, it had a nice bite to it! I highly recommend this! **Calabresa with catupiry (9/10) ~ I probably wasn't familiar with the taste, but the cheese was very interesting! It gave the pizza a different type of cheesey texture. Loved the onions because it gave a nice sweetness and again the crust is chefs kiss. I love my pizzas like this. I honestly can't explain it well, but you should definitely try it. **Chocolate Mouse (10/10) ~ Just get it. If you like a good balance of a little sweet and bitter, end it with this! Honestly it was sooo good. Our table wanted to order another, but we knew we shouldn't LOL. Overall, Lovely space, great pizza, and good staff! I'll totally come back again :)

For my second time back to San Paulo, I met up with two friends on a Monday evening, the place was pretty full, but the hostess seated us right away with no wait at all. The waiter took our drink order, then helped us make some decisions about food. He walked away and came right back with our drinks. I think someone in the back must've started making our drinks as soon as our waiter entered them into his tablet. Same with the pizza, those came out pretty fast too. I ordered the Funghi personal pizza and it was really good with a thin bubbly airy crust loaded with mushrooms, leeks, pesto, and burrata cheese. My friends split a half and half Hawaiian and prosciutto pizza. It looked amazing as well and both friends enjoyed their pizzas. I highly recommend this spot if you are in the area and wanting to try really good Brazilian style pizza! Our waiter was professional, experienced, knowledgeable and helpful. I had the same experience the previous time I dined at San Paulo and both times I appreciated the great service.

A pizza lover's dream! San Paolo is a cute, quaint, and cozy spot in Waikiki that delivers a unique and flavorful experience. You can order à la carte, but the real treat is their Pizza Experience -- for $39, you get unlimited pizza! The only catch is that the entire party has to participate. The pizza flavors are creative and delicious. My favorite was the brie and honey -- an unexpected combo that was sweet, smooth, and bursting with flavor. Definitely a standout! The service was polite and friendly, though a bit on the slow side. With a seating time limit, the wait between pizzas felt a little long at times. Still, I'd come back -- especially if you're craving a wide variety of unique pizzas, including dessert pizza options. A fun spot for adventurous pizza lovers.

Stop, drop everything and get to this Pizza place!!!! What a little gem! Being local, venturing into Waikiki on a Friday night is not always on my fun list to do but 5 of us wanted to finally try San Paolo and we are all so glad we did!!! Let's break it down: Parking: Super easy at the Ilikai hotel and free with validation (I think for up to 4 hours so you have plenty of time to enjoy the night!) Atmosphere: Such a great interior. Really relaxing, can be great for date night (casual dress), family night, big get together- whatever works here. They have a small area where they have live music - and no... it's not loud. Sometimes live music is just too loud but here-perfect! Staff: I love me some good staff! They can make the experience SO much better. Our waitress was MAILE and she was the sweetest!!! Absolutley loved her. Attentive, (we ordered alot of drinks) and was always there when we needed her. ok.. now the FOOD: I embarked on their $40 all-you-can-eat adventure with my fearless crew, and every one of us dove in headfirst--sampling 18 unique pizza varieties in just 2 hours. Yes, you read that right: 18 distinct pies, each served hot, fresh, and bursting with top-notch ingredients faster than you can say "more cheese, please!" and let's talk dough--the secret hero of this place. This isn't your run-of-the-mill crust; it's been meticulously fermented, meaning those diligent yeast cells are breaking down sugars and starches like tiny culinary scientists. In fact, proper fermentation can reduce the dough's filling factor by up to 33%, leaving you with extra room for more epic pizza discoveries without the dreaded post-pizza slump. We ate SO much but honestly didn't feel that huge bloat and yuckiness. PERFECT NIGHT! I highly recommend and we will for sure be back.

Delicioso! Late post Yelp BFF got into the YEE and I was lucky enough to join as a plus one. We ordered the burrata salad, half and half pizza (honey & brie and calabresa with catupiry), and chocolate mousse. The burrata salad was so simply dressed and fresh. The pizzas arrived hot from the oven. I've never had Brazilian pizza, so it was an interesting twist on pizza. The crust was not too doughy and not too thin. The toppings were what truly made it Brazilian. I think both pizzas went well together. I really liked the chocolate mousse. It was the perfect way to end the meal. Overall, San Paolo Pizzeria was a good experience. The service was great and food was excellent. The restaurant is on the pricier side. A whole pizza ranges between $35-50, so I don't think I will be back anytime soon. Definitely a fun spot to try out! Thanks for reading my reviews! Let me know what I should try next!

We were staying in the hotel next to this so stopped in for some pizza. Like everything on the main strip in Waikiki, it was quite expensive (almost $50 per pie). The pizza was great. We got the proscuitto one that came with arugula on top which added a great fresh element. The service was a bit slow, but it was quite busy when we went. There was live music which was a nice touch to the restaurant.

DO THE AYCE PIZZA EXPERIENCE!!! DON'T ASK! Just do it lol For $39.90 (6-8:30pm), you can have UNLIMITED PIZZA. I had the funnest time ever! I wouldn't say that the pizza was the best pizza I've ever had. But for the quantity and pure fun of it, this deal is DEFINITELY worth. There were over 20 savory pizzas to try and 5 dessert pizzas. The pizzas were all served fresh and were generally all delicious. Of the pizzas, there were a few standouts -- the pizza of the month (New York Truffle), Calabresa with Catipury (brazilian cream cheese), Mignon Supreme, and Quattro Formaggi (Italian Four Cheese). We also loved the Pistachio Sweet Pizza and Chocolate Strawberry. I truly believe the standouts will be based on your pizza preferences as all the pizzas are yummy. Our service was wonderful! Adriana was attentive and kind and explained everything throughly. The pizzas were brought out SO FAST in the beginning. I could barely keep up haha Adriana also came by to ask which pizzas we were specifically looking for which was super helpful I loved the use of the green or red sign (just like Brazilian BBQ). You leave the sign on green if you want the servers to come by with pizza or flip it over to red when you're full. Such a simple concept but oh so fun! Wish we had a restaurant like this back in California! Overall, a truly wonderful time! All pizza lovers will make core memories here (and who isn't a pizza lover!) THANK YOU SAN PAOLO PIZZERIA

Food was amazing ! Pizza was delicious . Server made great suggestions. Wine selection was top notch .

The atmosphere was upbeat and made for an overall enjoyable meal, and the food itself wasn't bad at all. That said, a couple of service moments really brought the experience down. One server dropped off a scorching hot pizza pan on the side table and just walked away, and their attitude felt like we were inconveniencing them. If I could be sure I wouldn't be seated in their section again, I'd happily give this place another try.

Last minute, we decided to do take out from somewhere during our staycation at Prince Waikiki. We realized this was a new restaurant we haven't tried yet, so we decided to put in an order. We got just a regular cheese pizza, and a half/half of the Brie & Honey pizza, and the funghi pizza. We also got a Caesar Salad. CAESAR SALAD: this was yummy, but the dressing didnt have the tang that a caesar salad dressing would normally have.. still good though! BRIE & HONEY PIZZA: this was my favorite :) i LOVE brie, and while i wished there was more honey, the flavors still matched beautifully! FUNGHI PIZZA: this was also good! It was not the typical funghi pizza, but it also included sautéed leeks and pesto which made it super flavorful :) I can't say much on service as I put in an order online. However, I had to change the pick up time, and it took awhile of me calling for someone to pick up :( Overall though, we will definitely be back to try more pizzas and definitely some of those dessert pizzas!

The best pizzeria in Hawaii! Oh my God, Cesar's service was excellent, He explained the menu to us and offered us to try the AYCE, which was the best thing we did. All the pizzas were amazing, especially the chicken with catupiry, which was my favorite. On my next visit to Hawaii, I will definitely stop by San Paolo again!

Discover San Paolo, a Brazilian pizzeria in the heart of Waikiki, perfect for an affordable night out! This chill place, you can feel free to dress up or just come as you are in this relaxed Italian inspired pizzeria Their artisanal pizzas start with naturally long fermented dough using Italian "00" flour, topped with options like creamy Catupiry cheese. Try the Calabresa with Brazilian smoked sausage or mix it up with our half-and-half topping option, so everyone in the family gets a slice they love. The service is quick and I love that they explained all the pizzas and recommend some amazing dishes. We ordered. DEEP FRIED CREAMY BRIE CHEESE Crispy Crust and Creamy Brie Cheese served with Thin Pizza Slices Baked with Parmesan and Honey, Drizzled with Balsamic Glaze, Garnished with Almond Slices and Chives. ( show stopping beautiful, perfect to start a date) PROSCIUTTO DI PARMA Lettuce Mix, Cherry Tomatoes, Parmesan Shavings, Prosciutto di Parma (delicate cured pork) with Honey Mustard Dressing. PIZZA OF THE MONTH: PUMPKIN GOAT CHEESE Long Fermentation dough, Pumpkin purèe, Zucchinni, Pesto and caramelized onions featuring local goat cheese from Sweet land farms, North Shore Half/Half FUNGHI and Prosciutto Di Parma Long Fermentation Dough, House-made Pesto Sauce, Fior de Latte, Mushroom Mix, Finished with White Wine-Sautéed Leeks and Parmesan.

So glad I finally got to try this spot. I'm a sucker for pizza and was interested in trying something new. The pizza was delicious! The crust has a chewier texture - somewhat similar to sourdough crust pizzas. The toppings were flavorful without being overpowering. And the CHEESE. Everything just went so well together. You can also do half-half pizzas, even if they have different sauces. You can make reservations online but we came on a weekday night and it wasn't too busy. Service was friendly. They have validated self parking at the Ilikai Marina parking. If you're coming into Waikiki on Ala moana blvd, you'll see the shop on the right side. Go just past it and turn right by red lobster. You'll see the entrance to the parking lot on the right.

Amazing pizza great vibe of a restaurant!! We got the half & half and picked the Prosciutto Parma (Italian) and Four cheese (Brazilian), as well as the honey cheese pizza. Could work a little bit on the service, and would be appreciated if our server was a bit more friendly and willing to give some suggestions since it was our first time.

I would first of like to thank the San Pablo pizzeria employees for such an amazing experience. I mean, it truly was something that my whole family enjoyed. Now for my review. We got there as soon as they opened at a little after 5 PM. We were seated immediately and we're given the option to scan the menu via QR code. After reviewing the different types of pizzas and having more than one, we all wanted to try, we decided to go with the all you can eat pizza option. The all you can eat doesn't start until 530 so we got their chicken and cheese appetizer and the polenta fries to try. I wasn't a fan of the fried chicken and cheese, but my husband really liked it. My kids on the other hand love the polenta fries by 5:30. The pizza started to come out the way it works. Is you're given a little disc which notifies the servers that they can come to your table and offer you pizza or you don't want them to come to your table and offer pizza. We had our disc on green the entire time because we wanted to try as many pizzas as we could fill in our stomachs. Our server was pretty good about notifying us which pizzas were on its way in case there was one we were looking for. I am glad we got all you can eat meal because the pizzas I thought I would like weren't actually the ones I ended up liking the most my favorite was the prosciutto di Parma. Second best was mignon supreme because of the onions. I thought I would like the pizzas with catupiry cheese but I wasn't a fan just because of how thick the cheese was. The dessert pizzas were the highlight for my children because they were all chocolatey and sweet. We had a fun time and now I can say that the next time we go back, we definitely have our favorite pizza so we'll probably order those specifically. But I think the all-you-can-eat pizza option is a great starter to figure out which pizza you actually like. Service was amazing. There's one waitress that was so bubbly and just a pleasure to be around. She was so respectful of my little kids always asking if they wanted to try the pizza even though as a parent, I was constantly saying no need because they probably won't like it. But she always went out of her way to make sure they had the option to try each one of the pizzas. The lady who was making the pizza dough in the back was also very animated because she noticed my kids were constantly watching her. Throw the pizzas in the air. And she pretty much made their entire dinner so much better. Parking was very easy in the garage off Horbon lane above the restaurant. There is a decent amount of parking. You may have to go up a few floors, but there are a couple of stalls that I found were exceptionally big if you were lucky to grab one. It would easily fit a Yukon at 6'7". See pictures for big parking stalls. We were there for one hour and 46 minutes and our parking was a total of five dollars with validation.

Went here the other evening for Brazilian pizza! It was pretty good! Ordered tons of their most popular pizzas Calebresa paulistana and another pizza of arugula and cranberries. You can order half and half of pizza large size. Everything was delish! They also have yummy drinks here too! If you're kamaaina you get 15% off. They also validate for parking here.

Ever since the elite event with San Paolo's, their pizza has been on my mind so I invited my family to try this place out for dinner. Caesar salad: One of the best Caesar salad I have tried. The croutons and bacon were in crumbs but it worked so well. The texture and flavor were really good. Coxinha: A very simple appetizer but it was packed with flavor. The chicken was delicious and breading was crunchy but moist on the inside. Half Calabresa with Catupiry: My favorite pizza. The smoked Brazilian sausages were soft and delicious. The catupiry added more rich flavor to the pizza. I love the abundant of onions and sausages on the pizza. Half Portuguese: The pizza was good but I do prefer the calabresa over this. The flavors were good and the combo of the ham, peas, boiled eggs, and onions were interesting but tasty. Amazing pizza place. Their pizza crust was light and airy and wasn't burnt. Really appreciate that. Service was great. Definitely will be returning again.

Every single pizza was delicious! Even some of the flavors that I usually don't go for were very yummy. Waiter was very good, checked on us a lot, brought us drinks super fast. Very cozy inside, good live music. Loved it!

This place is right across the street from me and I've been meaning to go for a while after hearing great reviews from friends. The vibe was energetic and there was live music with a beautiful singer and violinist. The caipirinhas were perfection and boozy forward as they should be. We shared a pizza and it was my first time having Brazilian sausage but I need to find a way to source this on island because it was packed with flavor. The catupiry is their cheese and it just melts in your mouth - also a must have. Our server was very attentive and kind. I will definitely return to try some of the other pizzas on the menu and their burata which really stood out to me. For a relatively new restaurant, they are off to an amazing start!

Hmmm, I think this may be my fave pizza joint around town. The choices were plentiful and the marrying of flavors were on point. I highly recommend the AYCE option. For only $40, you're able to try the various pizza's, and trust me, it's worth it. Indulge in the crust with your first few pizza's, then leave room thereafter for other styles. They will put a plate in the middle for you to dispose of uneaten crusts or toppings. The dough, tho! Oh my word, THE BEST! The slices are served about half of a slice of pizza which is the perfect amount to try most, if not, all of the different types to choose from. I walked out feeling satisfied, not full, because of the process they use to remove the gluten. Perfecto! Our waitress, Wylie, was just amazing and informative, and the Servers were on top of it, ready to serve our palates. Great ambiance and lighting. Even the ladies restroom welcomes you into an Eden. Live music with just the right vibe. Family friendly too! I Uber'd so my understanding is there is parking in the structure with validation. Amazing job, San Paolo Pizzeria! I'm definitely returning with more people soon!

Let me start from way back when......heard about this restaurant from my waxer at Lola Beauty Allure (yes, Im advertising the best esthetician in all of Oahu at the same time). She could not stop raving about this place and I can't believe it took me a couple of months to finally try. It did not disappoint. My husband said he was going to take me here for Mother's Day. I had made an appt at 6 but afterward he said he made an appt for 6:30. I thought he wanted to eat later so I cancelled mine and kept his. We left early with our son as to go for a little walk after then thought we would try eating earlier instead. We got there and a line had already formed as it was 2 minutes to 5:00pm (that's when it opens). We got in (prolly the 10th or 11th person). The decor was fabulous. This is the most fancy pizzeria, we've ever been too. The hostess up front told us that they couldn't take walk in's as they were overbooked with reservations and parties. Now I know why he made the reservations so late. Lol. So we made our way across the street to a bar/restaurant for happy hour until our 6:30 time slot opened. We came back at 6:20 and our hostess seated us right away. No waiting at all. Inside was live music and we sat next to a really nice city landscape. We ordered salad for me and my husband which was super yummy and just enough for the 2 of us then we had a large half Pepperoni and half Brazilian Margherita pizza. It was so good. By the end of the night, we talked about trying the all you can eat next time so we can try every pizza they had and had only 1 slice left which I had for breakfast the next day which was still just as good. So please take it from me, my husband, my son, and my waxer, try this place. You won't regret it. We are definitely coming back.

There were so many amazing pizzas to try! My group was fighting for the last slice on every pizza. This is a beautiful space and the service was absolutely top tier!

Amazing pizza and ambiance! Definitely not the typical pizza restaurant. Really appreciated the servers accommodating a large party and keeping the table fed. This place was great!

This is the greatest pizza restaurant in Honolulu. The all you can eat deal is the best deal for dinner that you can get. The live music was great ambiance for a large party.

We decided to visit San Paolo Pizzeria based on its strong reviews, but unfortunately, our experience didn't quite live up to the hype. When we were seated, the server brought us water but forgot the menus. We had to ask for them, and even then, only one menu was provided for our party of four -- which was disappointing. We had to request additional menus ourselves. The restaurant offers a mix of Brazilian, Italian, and American pizzas, which is an interesting concept. However, there was no clear explanation of the differences. As for the food, the pizza was decent, but I've definitely had better elsewhere. The ambiance was pleasant overall, though our table was tucked away at the back of the restaurant, limiting our experience. The space had more of a dining hall vibe, and we felt it wasn't particularly family- or kid-friendly based on the menus. We were offered the All You Can Eat (AYCE) option, which appears to be available daily. We chose not to participate, as we weren't sure how much we'd actually eat. It was off-putting to see a significant amount of uneaten pizza left on other tables -- it seemed guests were sampling different flavors without finishing them. Servers continually brought out large amounts of pizza, contributing to what felt like excessive food waste. As someone who values mindful dining, that was a bit hard to watch. We prefer quality, not quantity.

When you're with the cheesiest friends... We gather and have pizza! Though not sure if you should call it pizza as the crafted items placed on these slices and you get that as soon as you walk in to San Paolo Pizzeria. Located in the former Outback Steakhouse just at the edge of Waikiki and parking is right around the corner in Ilikai Marina Parking Garage and yes they do validate for someone like me who was running behind took up the convenience or if you're smart like Nadine who came earlier and found parking behind the Ilikai near the beach it's absolutely free. Entrance is right on busy Ala Moana Blvd and the two heavy dark doors keeps all the noise out as you walk in and see the open kitchen and the dark spacious dining room which gives the urban vibes and liked our seating right up against a wall filled with greens. The cheesies include Nadine C, Peter Y and Dan O glancing over their menu is easy as it states the item with ingredients along with pricing very clearly especially with their pizzas...small feeds one, San Paolo size feeds 2-3 which you can order whole or what we did San Paolo half size which is close to half (a few bucks more) the price but is an awesome way to explore the options as Suri and Steve says the "Calabresa with Catupiry" is their favorite which we did and Portuguese for the other half. We did start with Crostini Parmigiano which is their pizza dough topped with mozzarella, olive oil, rosemary and lemon zest which gets baked and finished with some grated fresh parmesan this simple starter is cut into tiny squares was a lovely refreshing bite as I had to recheck the menu and it was the lemon zest that gave it that fun kick. Here's the pizza thin crust baked with just a slight crisp though nothing could've hold the insane amount of topping it comes with the Calabresa Catupiry with a generous amount of their Brazilian Smoked Sausage the cheese I honestly couldn't tell it was very mellow and left the star of the show to the meats and various toppings. Portuguese and no these's no Portuguese Sausage here as this tomato sauce base is topped with mozzarella, smoked ham, onions, olives, green peas and yes hard boiled eggs...sprinkled with dried herbs as well...it all works though is this a breakfast or brunch pizza...it's a classic Brazilian pizza and loved that we tried it. Service here is very nice and friendly and I just love the vibe and decor whether you want to sit at the bar and watch them make your pizza or just grab a table to explore the Brazilian cuisine with your besties, you're sure to have a fun experience with a unique shareable meal. Thank you!

Amazing pizza! We were craving pizza while walking around Waikiki and stumbled across this place on Yelp. Reservations were easy and seating was great. We ordered a LG half and half pizza. Pizza was great! Crust was amazing, toppings and sauce were delicious. Prices are pretty wild, but to be expected in the heart of Waikiki. Live music and atmosphere was good too. Would definitely go back next time we're in the island

Dinner at the edge of Waikiki, Honolulu, Hawaii... Irene M., Peter Y., and I were brainstorming together... Which pizza place have we all not visited? We wanted to have pizza with Dan O. because we think it's his favorite food (besides okazuya). Haha! As soon as Irene suggested San Paolo, I blurted out that I knew that name because there had been a Yelp Event there! I told the group that I was going to park for free at the beach behind the Ilikai Hotel. It's about a half mile away, but I strongly dislike paying for parking. Located next to Red Lobster, San Paolo took the space of the former Outback Steakhouse. It's very spacious inside with muted lighting, an authentic pizza oven, and elegant decor! Dan was really great at ordering! We shared the yummy Crostini Parmigiano with thin crust, fresh rosemary, and a touch of lemon zest! Dan was smart to get a San Paolo Sized pizza that was half Portuguese and half Calabresa (Brazilian sausage) with Catupiry (Brazilian cheese). The pizza was cut into 8 slices - perfect for each of us to get one slice of each flavor! Note: we chose the Portuguese pizza because our friend, Lyla D. wrote her review about it! I liked the hard-boiled egg slice and the olive, which tasted like burgundy wine to me... mmm! Our server, J.P., was excellent! He explained well and answered all of our questions intelligently! He was patient, attentive, and efficient! Thank you, J.P.! You made our experience a Five-Star one!

Absolutely love San Paolo! Brazilian-Italian Fusion... Great place to take your date, friends, and family since they also cater to large crowds. Beautiful decor, good ambiance with dim lighting and live musicians. Check their IG for updates! We've been here 3 times now since they opened. Yesterday was their official grand opening so congratulations are in order for this awesome family owned spot. Yes it's a little on the pricey side, but the quality and taste of the ingredients and generosity in toppings is unmatched. You are also in Waikiki, so it is relative to the area. You can choose to get small personal size pizzas or the San Paolo size which feeds 2-3 people. You can do full size or split between 2 different toppings. Family style is best to try more pizzas! My 2 favorite pizzas are the Brazilian style one: Chicken with Catupiry & Calabresa with Catupiry We even tried their May special of Mushroom Truffle with Catupiry which was a good vegetarian option but filled with flavor still. The Brazilian cheese is so creamy, balancing the flavors of the meats well. Very addicting. Can you tell I'm a cheese and dough lover? They also load it up with toppings! More than I've seen other pizza joints in the area. The dessert pizzas are equally as good. The banana chocolate one we tried was delicious. Great for sharing if you still have room. Recommend pairing the pizzas with red wine or the Italian Menebrea beer which has a crisp refreshing taste. Service was excellent --JP was very warm, friendly, and attentive to us throughout the night. Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 5/5 Highly recommend!

Run, don't walk. This is a Brazilian gem in the heart of Waikiki Vá correndo, não andando. Essa é uma joia brasileira no coração de Waikiki I'm originally from a rural part of Brazil and never imagined I'd find such an authentic, emotional connection to home in the middle of Hawaii. My American Irish dear surprised me with dinner here. I had zero expectations and left completely moved. San Paulo truly made me feel at home. Sou do interior do Brasil e nunca imaginei encontrar uma conexão tão autêntica e emocional com minha terra bem no meio do Havaí. Meu querido irlandês-americano me levou de surpresa para jantar aqui. Eu estava sem expectativas e saí profundamente emocionada. O San Paulo realmente me fez sentir em casa. We made a reservation beforehand, but we noticed that even walk-ins were being seated quickly and with no issue. The team was organized, welcoming, and made the whole place feel warm and inviting. Fizemos uma reserva com antecedência, mas percebemos que até quem chegava sem reserva estava sendo acomodado rapidamente e sem problemas. A equipe é organizada, acolhedora e faz o ambiente todo parecer caloroso e convidativo. Now let's talk about the food--it was unreal. We did the Pizza Experience, which is all-you-can-eat for $38.95 per person, and $24.95 for kids under 12. Agora vamos falar da comida--foi inacreditável. Fizemos a Experiência da Pizza, que é rodízio de pizza por $38,95 por pessoa e $24,95 para crianças menores de 12 anos. There wasn't a single pizza we didn't love. Every slice was flavorful, comforting, and reminded me of home. The ones with catupiry were my absolute favorite--so creamy, nostalgic, and authentically Brazilian. Não teve uma pizza sequer que a gente não tenha amado. Cada pedaço era cheio de sabor, reconfortante e me lembrava de casa. As com catupiry foram as minhas favoritas--tão cremosas, nostálgicas e com aquele sabor brasileiro de verdade. The experience works much like a Brazilian steakhouse, but instead of meat, servers walk around offering endless varieties of pizza--savory and sweet. If you want a specific flavor, just ask. They'll bring it right to your table. A experiência funciona como uma churrascaria brasileira, mas com pizza no lugar da carne. Os garçons passam oferecendo uma variedade infinita de pizzas -- salgadas e doces. Se quiser um sabor específico, é só pedir. Eles trazem na hora. They also have amazing à la carte options and you can order individual pizzas too, but I highly recommend the Pizza Experience if you're hungry and want to try it all. Eles também têm opções à la carte incríveis e você pode pedir pizzas individuais, mas recomendo muito a Experiência da Pizza se estiver com fome e quiser experimentar de tudo. I was so full and overwhelmed with joy that I cried because I couldn't eat more. Fiquei tão cheia e tão feliz que chorei por não conseguir comer mais. The caipirinhas? Absolutely delicious. The best I've had in the USA. As caipirinhas? Simplesmente deliciosas. As melhores que já tomei nos Estados Unidos. The service was amazing. JP, the manager, was so kind. Adriana, Carolyn, and Alicia took care of us with such love and attention. You can tell they love working there. O atendimento foi incrível. JP, o gerente, foi super gentil. Adriana, Carolyn e Alicia nos atenderam com tanto carinho e atenção. Dá pra ver que todos ali amam o que fazem. Our Uber driver told us they only take cash, but that's not true--they accept all forms of payment. Nosso motorista de Uber disse que só aceitavam dinheiro, mas isso não é verdade--they aceitam todos os tipos de pagamento. San Paulo is the real deal. It felt like an Italian nonna and a Brazilian vovó got together to create the perfect restaurant. O San Paulo é de verdade. Parece que uma nonna italiana e uma vovó brasileira se uniram para criar o restaurante perfeito. If I lived in Hawaii, I'd come every week. Thank you for feeding not just my stomach, but my soul. Se eu morasse no Havaí, viria toda semana. Obrigada por alimentar não só meu estômago, mas também minha alma. God bless all of you. Que Deus abençoe todos vocês.

Like any classy restaurant, a fork and knife is provided at each place setting. Still, the average gringo tourist will still pick up slices with their hands and eat it like the slobs they are. Good pizza, yes. Honest menu pricing, no. In this case, the price you see is not the price you'll pay. Very deceptive - shame on the owner(s). In this case, they have paired famous Brasilian cuisine with infamous Brasilian dishonesty.

We returned to San Paolo Pizzeria after first trying them during a Yelp Elite Week Event held in mid-March of this year. We enjoyed our first experience at San Paolo's Pizzeria, vowed to return, and waited for the "right moment." After being away for the past month while eating at gourmet non-Asian restaurants on board a cruise ship or at local East Asian restaurants during shore excursions, we yearned for the flavors at San Paolo's Brazilian-Italian Pizzeria. Because we were returning from our afternoon urban hike along Ala Moana Boulevard, we timed our early dinner to the pizzeria's opening hour at 4 pm. We were slightly embarrassed to show up at their doorstep just as the hostess/server was unlocking the door, or, as my husband put it, "We were scratching at the door like two hungry dogs." We recognized the cheerful and friendly hostess/server, Adriana, who made our first visit memorable as she escorted us into the restaurant. She recognized us, too. FOOD: -Burrata Salad: a whole pouch of creamy, stringy, and soft buttery cheese topped with fresh arugula leaves and sweet cherry tomatoes. The refreshing salad was dressed with olive oil, salt, and black pepper with a lemon wedge on the side to add an acidic touch to the dressing. The salad is large enough to be shared between 2 to 4 people as we managed to split the salad into four portions. $18.90 -Half-Calabresa (Brazilian smoked sausage) Paulistana + Half-Portugese Pizza = San Paolo Size: We remembered the flavorful calabresa (Brazilian smoked sausage) and Portuguese-style pizzas from our first try and chose the same combination. Both halves of pizzas have thin, crisp, soft crusts topped with just enough tomato sauce to hold the toppings on and drizzled with olive oil. The pizzeria is generous with its calabresa topping, which we've not found anywhere else in Honolulu. The Portuguese pizza's half pie featured generous thin slices of smoked ham, egg, and mozzarella. Half Calabresa Paulistana: $19.50 + Half Portuguese: $22.50 We wolfed down the salad and beers but could only eat half (4 slices) of the San Paolo-sized pie. We reasoned that we could eat the leftovers for another meal (breakfast?) at home and continued our urban hike was home. While we were eating, the restaurant was filled with more people who started to enjoy this business' Happy Hour specials and watched the staff set up the stage for their live music entertainment to begin. Perhaps we could have listened to and watched the festivities if we had dined in later. We'll be back!

Delicious Brazilian Pizza! The mozzarella on the margarita was creamy and the calabresa smoked sausage had nice peppery pastrami-like flavor. Our server was helpful and kind. The ambiance was comfortable and friendly. Great dining experience!

I ordered take out online. It was very quick and delicious. Ordered Brazilian marguerite, very cheesy and had slices of tomato with basil. Absolutely delicious.

Saw the other Yelper's reviews and immediately was unsure of what to expect here. Ordered the Caesar salad and large pepperoni- standard order for a pizza spot. The salad was nothing like a Caesar - it was covered in breadcrumbs and fried pork bits. The dressing was not tangy nor a Caesar dressing - so I was disappointed. The pizza was hot and fresh - but oddly enough came with rosemary springs on it which overpowered the whole pizza. It was a nice pizza - but not $40 worth in my honest opinion. Service was good and the ambience is nice, I will give it that. But the food was not what was expected and pricey for what you get.

Nice atmosphere and decent pizza (Overpriced) - however horrible service from one of the manager on site (Cesar). We were celebrating my fiancé's birthday and when ordering one of our pizzas for the night, our order got mixed up and came out incorrectly. Rather than apologizing or working things out maturely, the manager on site (Cesar) came back to our table just to tell us off and said "I'm sure you guys ordered that pizza" (the incorrect pizza) lol. We were celebrating a birthday (and spent over $200 on pizza), so that definitely set the entire mood of our table - in a bad mood! The manager on site (Cesar) was egotistic, and definitely should have left his attitude back at home. On top of that, when dessert time came around, the restaurant offered us to choose a complimentary dessert off the menu for our birthday. When we were done with dessert and paying the bill, we were given the choice to choose between kamaaina discount (15% for being a local customer) OR keeping our complimentary dessert "complimentary". Our entire table are huge foodies and we all love dining out and trying new places, and this was one of our worst experiences (especially since we were celebrating a birthday).

Pizza was decent but $60 for a pizza with small slices. Literally, 2 small slices per person for a 4 top. The croquets were a little bit bigger than the size of a quarter. That's for the a la carte, but they also have a tasting menu of all the pizzas. I can imagine how stuffed and bloated you feel after having this. Very disappointed in my experience.

San Paolo Pizzeria has a unique blend of Italian and Brazilian flavors with high-quality ingredients and is located in the heart of Honolulu. Their commitment goes beyond crafting extraordinary pizzas. They aim to envelop you in an ambiance that exudes the warmth of Brazilian hospitality and the timeless elegance of Italian dining. My husband and I oder 1/2 Pepperoni and 1/2 Margherita pizza! It was delicious!

We ordered a pizza to go. Looked through Yelp photos and thought the smoked sausage pizza looked good and can't go wrong, and place a phone order to go for a large pizza, came out to be over $40 dollars. That was expensive. We pick it up and the pizza was ready when we arrived. They accepted my Garmin pay and the ladies at the front reception desk were nice and friendly. A quick glance inside, it looked nice and clean with people enjoying some drinks creating a nice atmosphere. We ate the pizza and really like it. The cheese was creamy, the smoked sausage was tasty without being too salty, and the onions were cooked just right without being too strong. The 2 of us finished the whole pizza and it was delicious!

Be prepared to use all your senses. Beautiful ambiance with nice decor and live music. Service was great just a little slow at first. We enjoyed the pizza, the crust was unbelievably delicious and it smelled even better. AYCE is an option and an interesting concept for pizza. We ordered a la carte and 2 flavors (both delicious). We still ended up spending about $60 for one large size pizza which was a bit pricier and more petite than your average large. All in all we enjoyed it and plan to return.

Been here once before but this review is on my most recent where I just ordered take out. We were eating somewhere nearby but needed to get something for my son to eat and knew he could eat the crostini parmigiano since he ate it the last time we were here. I called in the order before I got there and was told it would be 15 mins. I arrived in about 10 mins paid and waited a few more minutes and it was ready. My son has a severe nut allergy so I made sure to double check that there was no cross contamination with their pistachio pizza. I could see that the place was busy and there was live music. Will definitely be back again.