MOM'S Pizza & Pasta
About
Rob and Raya Zakir opened Mom's Pizza & Pasta in 2020 on the first anniversary of Rob's mother's passing, transforming their shuttered COVID-era catering company into something more personal: a tribute to the immigrant matriarch who dreamed of this restaurant but never saw its doors open. Four consecutive years of "Best Pizza and Pasta in San Diego" awards prove the vision worked. Their 72-hour fermented dough—a three-day process that creates NY-style crusts with proper chew and digestibility—gets fired in stone ovens until dark brown and crispy. Photos of Mom hang on the walls of their Sorrento Valley location alongside inspirational quotes, creating that warm family-gathering feeling Raya and Rob intended. Signature pizzas like the bestselling Chicken Parm and BBQ Chicken draw office workers from surrounding business parks, while their imported Italian tiramisu and house-made stromboli keep them coming back. This isn't just dinner—it's a mother's legacy, served one slice at a time.
Signature Dishes
Chicken Parm Pizza
Their bestselling creation: breaded chicken cutlet, house marinara, and shredded mozzarella on 72-hour fermented NY-style crust
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Top seller featuring BBQ sauce, red onions, chicken breast, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoncini on their signature crust
Cacio e Pepe Pizza
Popular Roman-style pizza with Pecorino Romano, toasted peppercorns, and shredded mozzarella—a traditional twist on their NY base
These signature dishes are what makes MOM'S Pizza & Pasta special. Be sure to try them on your visit!
What to Order
Don't miss these customer favorites and staff recommendations:
Details
Pizza Style
🗽 New York Style
Neighborhood
University City
Status
Unclaimed
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