Filippis Pizza Grotto Pacific Beach
About
San Diego institution serving traditional Italian family recipes since 1950. The DePhilippis family started with an India Street market in 1947, launching their beloved restaurant chain three years later. This Pacific Beach outpost upholds 70+ years of tradition with thick-cut pizzas featuring abundant toppings and dense crusts. "The Special" packs eight toppings—sausage, pepperoni, mushroom, bell pepper, black olives, onions, meatballs, melted cheese. Exceptional Italian dressing and torpedo subs earn devoted fans. Walk through the Italian deli to reach the warm, old-world dining room where family atmosphere reigns.
Signature Dishes
The Special
Eight-topping fan favorite: sausage, pepperoni, mushroom, bell pepper, black olives, onions, meatballs, melted cheese
The Works
Loaded with cheese, sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms, and onions on dense crust
White Pizza
Game-changing vegetarian option beyond traditional veggie pizza
Spinach Ricotta
Generous 20" pie combining fresh spinach with creamy ricotta cheese
These signature dishes are what makes Filippis Pizza Grotto Pacific Beach special. Be sure to try them on your visit!
What to Order
Don't miss these customer favorites and staff recommendations:
Details
Pizza Style
❓ Other
Neighborhood
Pacific Beach
Status
Unclaimed
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