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Oz Pizza - San Francisco
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Oz Pizza at a glance
San Francisco Duboce Triangle
- 🍕 Pizzeria
$$
Price per Person $11–$20
mentioned by 51 of the guests
#2181 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#93 Pizzeria out of 115 in San Francisco
Average
5.9 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
248
Reviews
56%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Pizza quality
- Friendly service
- Menu variety
Frequently criticized
- Cleanliness
- High prices
- Service issues
The restaurant Oz Pizza, a popular pizzeria in San Francisco’s Duboce Triangle, offers a fantastic spot for late-night food. You’ll find a casual yet trendy atmosphere perfect for a quick bite.
This is where you can experience the vibrant energy of Oz Pizza – Pizza in the Castro District, whether you’re dining in or grabbing takeout.
Overview: Introducting Oz Pizza
Oz Pizza offers a mixed experience, with many patrons praising its distinctive New York-style pizza and an interesting menu selection. The friendly staff and quick service often contribute to a positive visit, making it a convenient stop for a slice.
However, some visits to Oz Pizza have been less stellar, with concerns about uncooked dough and scant toppings on certain orders. The overall value can be a point of contention, and there have been notable issues regarding cleanliness and occasional service missteps.
Average
5.9
out of 10
248
Reviews
56%
Satisfaction
91
negative
18
neutral
139
positive
Oz Pizza registers an overall Restaurant Score of 5.9 out of 10, placing it squarely in the average category. Customer feedback, gathered from 248 remarks, shows a Customer Satisfaction of 56%, indicating a mixed sentiment among diners.
With 139 positive and 91 negative observations, the feedback suggests a place with clear strengths but also areas needing attention. Delving into specifics, Food leads with a score of (6.3), suggesting it’s generally well-received despite some inconsistencies.
Ambience (5.9) is also average, reflecting a typical pizza shop feel. Service (5.5) hovers around average, with friendly interactions often noted.
The most significant area for improvement is Value (3.4), which falls into the poor range, indicating that many find the pricing to be a drawback.
What people like
- Delicious New York pizza
- Friendly, quick service
- Interesting menu options
What people don't like
- Cleanliness issues
- Overpriced items
- Poor service incidents
Oz Pizza presents a classic dilemma: it has the potential for a truly satisfying pizza experience, especially if you’re seeking a New York-style slice with a diverse menu. The positive aspects of the food and service are frequently highlighted, making it a decent option for a casual meal.
However, the concerns around value and cleanliness are significant and cannot be overlooked. With a Recommendation Score of 6.1, it’s a place worth considering if you’re in the area and craving pizza, but it’s wise to manage expectations regarding consistency and overall cost.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Oz Pizza
Food (6.3 out of 10)
mentioned by 97% of the guests
Lets talk about the food! Many diners are quite impressed, especially with the fantastic variety of pizza and creative toppings on offer. Youll find plenty of praise for the unique slices and even exotic toppings, with folks often highlighting the delicious thin crust and overall good pie.
With 95 positive remarks, theres a lot to enjoy, contributing to a 60.1% customer satisfaction. However, its not all smooth sailing. Some customers have reported significant issues, including uncooked dough, slimy texture, and excessive oiliness in their pizza.
Concerns also pop up about cold or dry pizza with scant toppings, and unfortunately, there are even mentions of food poisoning. These 49 negative remarks bring the overall score to an average 6.3, indicating a mixed experience for some.
Food
158
Reviews
60%
Satisfaction
49
negative
14
neutral
95
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Unique pizza toppings
- Great pizza variety
- Good vegan options
What people don't like
- Uncooked pizza dough
- Reports of food poisoning
- Slimy food texture
Often praised
- pizzaMy experience at Oz was exceptional, particularly with their pizza. Many places claim to serve New York-style pizza, but Oz is so good that if you dropped it on a corner in any borough, it would instantly be one of the best joints in town. I can't imagine going to SF again and not getting a slice.
- foodFood was so good
- pizza selectioninteresting and delicious selection of thin, New York style pizza by the slice
- slicesIt's tough to choose when there are other great options nearby, but you shouldn't pass this spot up. The slices are tasty, reasonably priced, and a good size. They offer an interesting menu and a great dining area, with options both inside and out.
- FoodFood:5
- menuMy experience at this restaurant was fantastic, especially with their pizza. I absolutely loved it and I really want to try any other thing on their menu. The food quality was excellent, and I'm eager to explore more of what they offer.
- slicelooking for a slice... do your taste buds a favor
- BBQ CHICKENI got the BBQ CHICKEN - yum!
- Brick's Vanilla & Mango Macaron Ice Cream SandwichesMy favorite Dessert: after my meal the is Brick's Vanilla & Mango Macaron Ice Cream Sandwiches...To die for!!!
- ChardonnayMy Favorite Drink: A Chardonnay... Decadent
Frequently criticized
- pizzamy pizza was baked properly. ... it was awful! Uncooked dough and uncooked fillings.
- foodThe food quality was a 1
- macaronsDo not get the macarons, they are so hard
- pizza slicesOrdered two slices. One was pep and mushroom.
- toppingsI don't know what happened. Since I live close by, delivery shouldn't impact quality, but the pizza arrived cold and undercooked, with scant toppings – I've had more on a frozen Safeway pizza. For over $40, I received a medium one-topping pizza with mass-produced Ranch.
- Ranchmass produced Ranch
- allergiesif you have allergies avoid this restaurant like the plague
- bottomburnt on the bottom spoiling them
- chorizo & mushroomI chose chorizo & mushroom (the last slice), but when I got home I noticed it had a slimy texture.
- crustthe crust is devoid of all flavor
If youre adventurous and seeking unique pizza varieties, this spot could be a fun experiment. However, be prepared for a potentially inconsistent experience, as some diners report issues with food quality and cooking. Its a mixed bag, so manage your expectations.
Service (5.5 out of 10)
mentioned by 50% of the guests
When it comes to service, theres a lot to appreciate! Many customers, with 26 positive remarks out of 47 total, frequently highlight the friendly staff and their accommodating approach. People love the quick service and that theyre often open late, making it super convenient.
The service earns an average 5.5, with a mixed 55.3% customer satisfaction, showing a decent effort. On the flip side, 20 negative comments suggest some bumps in the road. Patrons have mentioned a rude big guy and issues with staff attitude, particularly from the front register staff.
There are also concerns about the phone not working and a feeling that no one cared, indicating a need for more consistent positive interactions.
Service
47
Reviews
55%
Satisfaction
20
negative
1
neutral
26
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Friendly staff
- Quick service
- Open late
What people don't like
- Rude staff
- Poor attitude
- Communication issues
Often praised
- serviceThe service was fast and friendly
- staffThe staff were also friendly and helpful
- ServiceService:5
- employeesvery friendly, nice, polite, respectful, and courteous employees
- Kind staffLove them! Kind staff, Quick service in under 5 minutes I received: 🤗My favorite pizza: 2 slices of their Pesto, Potato, & Garlic pizza. Scrumptious!
- Quick serviceLove them! Kind staff, Quick service in under 5 minutes I received: 🤗My favorite pizza: 2 slices of their Pesto, Potato, & Garlic pizza. Scrumptious!
- accommodatingand accommodating
- friendlystaff are very friendly
- going backstill enjoy going back.
- guys that work thereI got the BBQ CHICKEN - yum! This place has some really fun unique slices, and the guys that work there are yearly nice! Yumm!
Frequently criticized
- serviceMy experience at this restaurant was disappointing. I received cold pizza, and the service was surly. To add to the frustration, the price for a single slice was $8.
- OZ pizza PrideWhere did the OZ pizza Pride and care go?
- business ownerthe business owner drag me through the floor
- cousinher cousin man who is not queer beat me up
- front register staffThe mustache guy who works at the front register seemed annoyed.
- local customerI was a local customer but no more
- no one caredno one cared.
- offerThey didn’t offer me a thing not a sorry not a replacement not a refund not even a credit nothing!
- orderingdon’t allow any text-based request while ordering
- owner of this businessthe owner of this business drag me out and hurt me
Overall, service here is a bit of a gamble, landing an average 5.5 with mixed 55.3% satisfaction. You might get lucky with friendly, quick staff, especially for late-night cravings, but be ready for potential inconsistencies in attitude or communication.
Ambience (5.9 out of 10)
mentioned by 25% of the guests
When it comes to the vibe, this spot is a bit of a mixed bag, with a score of 5.9 and customer satisfaction at 58.3%. Many folks appreciate the environment and atmosphere, describing it as quiet, peaceful, and even super chill. With 14 positive remarks out of 24 total, some also noted its a great location and good for solo dining, offering a comfortable setting.
However, the ambience isnt without its significant drawbacks. There are 8 negative comments, with some customers unfortunately encountering cockroaches and serious cleanliness concerns, even calling the place a dump or disgusting. These issues, particularly around the front counter, definitely detract from the overall experience for many.
Ambience
24
Reviews
58%
Satisfaction
8
negative
2
neutral
14
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Quiet atmosphere
- Great location
- Solo dining friendly
What people don't like
- Cockroach sightings
- Cleanliness concerns
Often praised
- atmosphereThe atmosphere is that of a typical little pizza shop
- AtmosphereAtmosphere:4
- dining areaThe slices are tasty, reasonably priced, and a good size. They offer an interesting menu and a great dining area, with options both inside and out. The staff were also friendly and helpful when ordering.
- environmentClean, comfortable environment
- environment and atmospherevery nice, quiet, peaceful, and safe environment and atmosphere
- great locationgreat location
- nearbyNot bad if you're nearby
- pizza placeMy favorite ❤️pizza place. They are far from Basic.
- seats in fronthad seats in front of the building
- solo diningIt's a good place for solo dining
Frequently criticized
- areathe area starts getting sketchy as it gets later
- atmosphereAtmosphere:2
- cleanlinessy'all have to do something about your cleanliness
- cockroachSaw a cockroach on the side of the table
- cockroachespublic hazard: cockroaches!
- disgustingIt was totally disgusting
- dumpthe dump it's turning into
- front counterMy experience at this restaurant was alarming due to a public hazard: cockroaches! I visited after a night out to try their pizza, and I was met with a swarm of them running along the front counter. They disappeared behind signs and advertisements.
If youre looking for a quiet, low-key spot and are willing to overlook potential cleanliness issues, you might find the atmosphere pleasant. However, be aware that some serious concerns about hygiene, particularly cockroaches, ' could make it a disappointing visit for others.
Value (3.4 out of 10)
mentioned by 21% of the guests
When it comes to value, it seems this spot is a bit of a mixed bag, leaning heavily towards the ouch side. A few customers did find some silver linings, noting that the price and amount of pizza you receive is amazing and praising good prices for two pizzas that were surprisingly filling. These positive remarks, though few, highlight that some found a decent deal.
However, the overall sentiment for value is quite low, with a score of 3.4 and customer satisfaction at just 21.1%. Based on 19 total comments, with 14 leaning negative, many felt the price was crazy and overpriced, with concerns about service fee and billing issues, making it not worth the price. It seems the general consensus is that the cost often outweighs the perceived worth.
Value
19
Reviews
21%
Satisfaction
14
negative
1
neutral
4
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Filling pizza portions
What people don't like
- High prices
- Billing issues
- Not worth cost
Often praised
- good pricesMy experience at this restaurant was consistently positive. I end up here every time I'm in Castro because of the good food, good prices, and the fact that they serve pretty quick.
- pricethe price and amount of pizza you recieve is amazing
- pricesGood prices too!
- two pizzasFor the two pizzas it rang me up $16 but honestly were pretty filling
Frequently criticized
- priceOz Pizza fits right into this cute little neighborhood. It's a quick and easy place to grab a late-night slice, albeit a bit pricey. If you’re adventurous, they even have exotic toppings for you to try, which are perfect for pranking friends!
- pricesprices they end up being really overpriced
- $8 slice$8 slice
- billingMy card was ran for $15 .90, his was ran for $20.41 and charged. And then they tried 20.41 again and it failed. Then he was charged $17.75
- charge thisridiculous to charge this for the what they offer
- chargesthey charged me for pizza and then charged my boyfriend for my pizza and his
- pizza slices costsmore expensive than Michelin rated pizza per slice
- service fee$25 service fee??
- value for moneyNot worth the price + tip.
If youre heading here, be prepared for potentially higher prices than you might expect, as value is a significant concern for many. While a rare few found good deals, the majority felt it was overpriced with some billing hiccups. Consider it for the experience, but perhaps not if youre strictly on a budget.
How are the prices at Oz Pizza?
You’re looking at roughly 18 per person – reported by 51 diners. That puts it in the $11–$20 category. For a Pizzeria, it’s comfortably mid-range: not a steal, but not bank-breaking either.
When we peek at what everyone else is spending, it’s clear that most guests are happy in this $11–$20 range, though a good number also opt for the more budget-friendly $1–$10 options. So, your price point is right in the sweet spot where most people are dining.
Here’s a quick look at what guests spend per person, based on the latest 51 reviews.
How this Pizzeria’s value stacks up against similar spots in San Francisco.
For a Pizzeria in San Francisco, we think this pricing feels pretty fair. It offers a good balance, not pushing into the premium bracket but also not skimping on quality. It’s a solid choice for a reliable meal without breaking the bank.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Oz Pizza
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
5
Serviceable Pizza, High Price
My experience at this pizza slice joint was a mixed bag. The slices and flavor were serviceable and not bad, but nothing to write home about. The price, however, was crazy, with almost $9 for one slice that had scant toppings.
It might be okay for late-night, but I suspect there are better/cheaper options available during the day.
- slices5
- flavor5
- better/cheaper5
- price2
- toppings3
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
2
Overpriced Pizza, Barely Decent
My experience at Oz Pizza involved ordering four slices of pizza, which cost me over $32. The pizza was at most decent for midnight. When comparing pizza slice costs in the US, Oz Pizza appears to be more expensive than Michelin-rated pizza per slice.
I found the pricing to be disrespectful to the community and ridiculous for what they offer.
- pizza slices4
- pizza slices costs2
- charge this1
Price per Person
- $41–$50
Visit Type
- Regular Visit
Group Type
- Friends
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Delivery
Wait Time
- Short (6–15 min.)
2
Disappointing Decline in Quality
This place used to be The Best! I don't know what happened. Since I live close by, delivery shouldn't impact quality, but the pizza arrived cold and undercooked, with scant toppings – I've had more on a frozen Safeway pizza.
For over $40, I received a medium one-topping pizza with mass-produced Ranch. Where did the OZ pizza Pride and care go?
- pizza quality2
- toppings2
- pizza temperature1
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
- Quiet
8
Late Night Pizza Slice
It was one of those nights, you know, the ones where you bar hop and have fun drinking and dancing, then come closing time at 2 am, your stomach says "I want pizza, and for you to go straight to bed after". Yes sir! We actually wanted to grab some slices from a joint across from the Castro Theater but they were closed.
You can't make money if you're closed! The atmosphere is that of a typical little pizza shop with indoor and a few outdoor seats. The pans of pizza were pre-made then zapped to order.
The menu includes salads, chicken wings, pizza, dessert, and beer. My choice was the Mushroom Pizza, and it was the last slice left! The Costco-sized slice had a thin, chewy crust, with fresh mushrooms and cheese, and had great flavor.
My spouse's grub was the Pepperoni Pizza. Pepperoni is a pepperoni is a pepperoni. Tasty, salty, not too oily.
Because we had 3 huge slices, they put them in an entire pizza box, a bit of waste for a city that's into recycling. The service was fast and friendly from what I can remember lol. We were in and out in less than 5 minutes.
The Yelp check-in offer of "one free soda" was honored! Thanks guys! Overall, it's good pie, and it's open late!
- atmosphere7
- menu6
- Mushroom Pizza8
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
2
Sauce Mishap on Pizza Order
My experience at this restaurant involved ordering one pizza with sauce and another without. Unfortunately, they applied sauce to both pizzas. To make matters worse, they added even more sauce on top of one of the pizzas after it was cooked.
A significant frustration is that they do not allow any text-based requests when ordering, which prevents us from providing explicit instructions to avoid such issues in the future.
- pizza2
- ordering1
What Oz Pizza offers
Crowd
- Transgender safespace
- Tourists
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Family-friendly
- College students
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Late-night food
- Wine
- Beer
- Vegetarian options
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Catering
- Dessert
- Dinner
- Seating
- Lunch
Service Options
- No-contact delivery
- Takeout
- Outdoor seating
- Dine-in
- Delivery
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
FAQs
What dining options and food choices are available at Oz Pizza?
At Oz Pizza, you can enjoy a variety of dining options including lunch, dinner, and dessert, with comfortable seating available. They also offer vegetarian options and are known for quick bites and late-night food, complemented by wine and beer.
What are the service and accessibility features at Oz Pizza?
Oz Pizza provides convenient service options like no-contact delivery, takeout, and outdoor seating, in addition to dine-in. The establishment is wheelchair accessible, featuring both an accessible entrance and seating, and offers gender-neutral restrooms.
How does Oz Pizza generally rate with customers?
Oz Pizza holds an overall Restaurant Score of 5.9, indicating an average performance. Customer satisfaction stands at 56%, suggesting a mixed bag of experiences. While Food (6.3) is generally appreciated, Service (5.5) and Ambience (5.9) are average, and Value (3.4) is a notable concern.
What do customers enjoy most about Oz Pizza?
Customers frequently praise Oz Pizza for its delicious New York-style pizza and the interesting selection available by the slice. The menu offers unique options, and the staff are often described as friendly and providing quick service.
Are there any common concerns about Oz Pizza?
Yes, some customers have raised concerns about cleanliness, with reports of cockroaches. There are also complaints about the perceived high prices, making it feel overpriced. Additionally, a few negative service incidents have been noted, including unhelpful or surly staff.