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Pirro's - San Francisco
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Pirro's at a glance
San Francisco Parkside
- 🍕 Pizzeria
$$
Price per Person $11–$20
mentioned by 8 of the guests
#2203 out of 2403 places to eat in San Francisco
#95 Pizzeria out of 115 in San Francisco
Average
5.8 out of 10
Food
Service
Ambience
Value
74
Reviews
54.1%
Satisfaction
Often praised
- Friendly service
- Tasty pizza
- Good wings
Frequently criticized
- Poor ambiance
- Hygiene issues
- High cost
The restaurant Pirro’s is a welcoming pizzeria nestled in the vibrant Parkside neighborhood of San Francisco. When you’re craving a delicious slice or a full pie, this spot offers a casual atmosphere perfect for any occasion.
Whether you’re planning a relaxed dinner with friends or a quick lunch, you’ll find convenient service options including dine-in, takeout, and delivery right to your door. It’s a great choice for families too, as it’s good for kids.
Overview: Introducting Pirro's
Pirro’s offers a mixed experience, where the personal touch from the owner often stands out, providing a friendly and helpful presence. Many appreciate the immediate service and the quality of their pizza, often highlighting its deliciousness and crust.
However, the dining environment can be a significant drawback, with the ambiance inside sometimes feeling unwelcoming. Some also found the food itself inconsistent, noting issues like a soggy crust on pizzas.
Average
5.8
out of 10
74
Reviews
54.1%
Satisfaction
31
negative
3
neutral
40
positive
Overall, Pirro’s registers an average Restaurant Score of 5.8, reflecting a somewhat balanced but not outstanding performance. Customer feedback indicates a Customer Satisfaction of 54.1%, suggesting a mixed reception among diners.
This assessment comes from a total of 74 customer comments, with 40 leaning positive and 31 expressing concerns. Diving deeper, Service stands out as a strong point with a score of (8.3), often praised for its attentiveness.
The Food receives an average rating of (6.6), indicating some enjoyable dishes but also areas for improvement. Conversely, the Ambience scores quite low at (2.4), frequently cited as a significant detractor, while Value is perceived as average at (5.4).
What people like
- Attentive, friendly service
- Delicious pizza offerings
- Great buffalo wings
What people don't like
- Unwelcoming dining environment
- Poor hygiene concerns
- High cost for value
Pirro’s presents a mixed bag, with its strengths lying in personal Service and certain food items. If you prioritize a friendly interaction and enjoy a good pizza or buffalo wings, it might be worth a visit.
However, be prepared for an uninviting atmosphere and potentially inconsistent food quality beyond the highlights. With a Recommendation Score of 6, it’s a place that could satisfy specific cravings but might disappoint if you’re seeking a well-rounded dining experience.
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Verdict: Our expert take on Pirro's
Food (6.6 out of 10)
mentioned by 94% of the guests
When it comes to the food, many folks are quite happy, with 25 positive comments out of 36 total. The score of 6.6 suggests its generally average, but a solid 69.4% customer satisfaction shows a mixed bag of opinions. Guests often rave about the delicious "pizza" and its "crust, " especially when enhanced with "Italian seasonings.
" Dont miss the lasagna or minestrone soup either! However, it's not all perfect, with 9 negative remarks. Some found the pizza to be quite disappointing, noting issues like soggy crust, no tomato sauce, and light cheese.
There was also a specific complaint about the clam chowder tasting burnt. It seems consistency might be a bit of an issue here.
Food
36
Reviews
69%
Satisfaction
9
negative
2
neutral
25
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Delicious pizza crust
- Amazing pizza flavor
- Great lasagna
What people don't like
- Awful pizza taste
- Soggy pizza crust
- Burnt clam chowder
Often praised
- pizzaAmazing pizza. Some of the best pizza in SF
- Italian seasoningstopped a bit with Italian seasonings which enhanced the flavor
- beer on tapRandom boxes and clutter were scattered around, making the space unwelcoming. They do offer beer on tap and a lot of hard liquor. On the downside, the cost of the large pizza was a bit high compared to other local pizzerias.
- buffalo wingsside of buffalo wings which were great
- combination pizzaenjoyed a delicious combination pizza
- crustMy experience at this restaurant involved enjoying some good solid pizza with a delicious crust. I would recommend asking for "light crust" as they can sometimes burn it underneath.
- delicious pizzasMaking delicious pizza’s 👌
- full barthey have a full bar now!
- hard liquorlots of hard liquor
- incredible foodWe couldn't finish the lasagna, wings, soup, salad, and pizza, and barely ate half the ice cream, all for $25! Despite the initial issue with the burnt clam chowder, the great immediate service and incredible food earned this place mad props.
Frequently criticized
- pizzaDon’t get tricked by the name; their pizza doesn’t taste like Sicilian pizza or any Italian pizza I’ve had before. We ordered two pizzas, and both were distasteful.
- cheeseWe ordered two pizzas, and both were distasteful. There was no tomato sauce and very light cheese, with a soggy crust. It definitely didn’t smell like fresh dough or simmering tomato sauce when we walked into the restaurant.
- clam chowdersadly, the clam chowder tasted burnt
- crustWe ordered two pizzas, and both were distasteful. There was no tomato sauce and very light cheese, with a soggy crust. It definitely didn’t smell like fresh dough or simmering tomato sauce when we walked into the restaurant.
- foodWe did not enjoy our food
- ingredientsThey appear to make pizza in a smaller, separate oven. Next, the ingredients were all covered up, giving the impression they haven't been accessed recently. Finally, there were piles of trash behind the counter.
- tomato sauceWe ordered two pizzas, and both were distasteful. There was no tomato sauce and very light cheese, with a soggy crust. It definitely didn’t smell like fresh dough or simmering tomato sauce when we walked into the restaurant.
If youre craving a solid pizza with good crust and Italian seasonings, its worth a try, especially for the lasagna or minestrone. Just be aware that some experiences with the pizza have been less than stellar, so manage your expectations regarding consistency.
Service (8.3 out of 10)
mentioned by 71% of the guests
Alright, lets talk service! This spot really shines, boasting a good score of 8.3 and a fantastic 85.7% customer satisfaction. With 12 positive remarks out of 14, guests frequently rave about the "owner" and "manager" being incredibly funny, kind, and active.
Many experienced "immediate service" that was described as very good, amazing, and even insane! However, its not entirely flawless. A couple of comments (2 out of 14) mentioned indifferent service or noted the owner/manager seemed preoccupied, doing business books at the tables.
While these are minor points, they suggest there might be rare moments when the team's attention is elsewhere.
Service
14
Reviews
85%
Satisfaction
2
negative
0
neutral
12
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Funny, kind owner
- Active, helpful manager
- Immediate, amazing service
What people don't like
- Indifferent service
- Owner preoccupied
Often praised
- ownerowner was friendly, talks loud and was helpful
- serviceThe service was very good.
- conversation with ownerMy experience at this restaurant was filled with great pizza and even better conversation with the owner. She was kind enough to unlock the doors and serve us gladly.
- immediate serviceWe couldn't finish the lasagna, wings, soup, salad, and pizza, and barely ate half the ice cream, all for $25! Despite the initial issue with the burnt clam chowder, the great immediate service and incredible food earned this place mad props.
- lead managerfunny, very active lead manager taking care of everything
- managerThe manager is real funny and service minded
Frequently criticized
- owner/managerowner/manager was doing the business books on the tables
- servicethe indiferent service
Overall, the service here is a major draw. If you appreciate a friendly, engaging owner and attentive staff, you'll likely have a fantastic experience. Just be aware that on a rare occasion, the team might be a little distracted.
Ambience (2.4 out of 10)
mentioned by 53% of the guests
It seems theres a rare moment of peace, with one customer describing the place as a very chill place. However, this single positive note is largely overshadowed, as the overall ambience scores a poor 2.4, and customer satisfaction sits at a struggling 5.3, based on 19 customer remarks. Unfortunately, the majority of 17 other comments paint a starkly different picture, highlighting issues with the dining room looking abandoned, a strong odor upon entry, and messy tables.
Many found the place filthy, with bathrooms gross and piles of trash' behind the counter, suggesting a significant need for improvement in cleanliness and presentation.
Ambience
19
Reviews
5%
Satisfaction
17
negative
1
neutral
1
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
What people don't like
- Strong odor
- Filthy conditions
- Unwelcoming decor
Often praised
- placeVery chill place
Frequently criticized
- placeThis place is still open. It’s been around since early 80s if not longer. Gross.
- bathroomsthe bathrooms were gross
- ambiance insideambiance inside was a bit off though
- boxes and stuffrandom boxes and stuff scattered around and not very welcoming
- customersthere were NO other customers
- dining roomdining room looks abandoned
- doorMy wife almost made us walk out; she should have because it just got worse the longer we were there. The bathrooms were gross, and the door wouldn't lock. The owner/manager was doing business books on the tables, etc.
- odd smellvery odd smell inside
- odorstrong odor when you enter
- parkingparking is super difficult
If a welcoming and clean environment is important to you, you might want to reconsider. The current ambience, with its strong odors and general disarray, seems to be a major deterrent for most visitors.
Value (5.4 out of 10)
mentioned by 24% of the guests
When it comes to value, some folks are pleasantly surprised by the pricing, finding certain items to be quite a steal. With 2 positive remarks out of 5 total comments, guests have mentioned getting a good deal for their money, feeling like they received a fair price for what they ordered. However, the value aspect is a bit of a mixed bag, with a score of 5.4, landing it in the average range.
Customer satisfaction sits at a 40%, which is considered mixed. With 3 negative remarks, some diners felt the cost of certain larger items or specific dishes was a bit high, even describing some pricing as premium.
Value
5
Reviews
40%
Satisfaction
3
negative
0
neutral
2
positive
Rating distribution
What people like
- Good value found
What people don't like
- Some items pricey
- Premium pricing noted
Often praised
- priceAll for about $15 with tax!
Frequently criticized
- priceWhile it's a little on the pricier side, the seasonings on the pizza are top-notch.
- cost of the largecost of the large was a bit high
If youre hunting for a bargain, you might find some good deals here, but be aware that certain larger items can be quite pricey. Its a mixed bag, so check the menu carefully to ensure you're comfortable with the cost of your chosen dish.
How are the prices at Pirro's?
You’re looking at roughly 20 per person – reported by 8 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.
Most of the prices cluster right in this $11–$20 sweet spot, though a couple of diners spent a bit more. While the data is limited with only 8 reviews, it gives us a good indication of what to expect.
This chart shows what people usually spend per person, using the 8 most recent reviews. While the data is limited, it gives a good indication.
Heres how this Pizzerias value for money stacks up against similar spots in San Francisco.
Overall, we think the pricing feels pretty fair for a Pizzeria in this range. Its a solid choice if youre looking for a good meal without breaking the bank.
Customer Reviews: what people think about Pirro's
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Group Type
- Couple
Group Size
- Couple
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
1
Sad Decline of a Once Great Pizza Place
This used to be my favorite pizza place in SF 25 years ago. It's clear there's new management, and it's so sad! The pizza was awful, and the place was FILTHY!
To make matters worse, they charged us $35 for our pizza, which is a premium price for a pizza. My wife almost made us walk out; she should have because it just got worse the longer we were there. The bathrooms were gross, and the door wouldn't lock.
The owner/manager was doing business books on the tables, etc. , etc. We should have figured it out when we arrived at 6 pm on a Friday and there were NO other customers—none came in our entire time there.
It's SOOOOO sad as this used to be the best. Please just close down as you have destroyed the once proud name of this 70-year-old pizza company.
- pizza1
- place1
- price2
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Group Type
- Friends
Group Size
- Small Group
Service Type
- Dine-in
Wait Time
- Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
- Quiet
1
Ew, Still Open? Avoid This Place!
Eeeeew. This place is still open. It’s been around since early 80s if not longer.
Gross. Do not go here.
- place1
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Quick Meal
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
9
Great Pizza and Service!
My experience at the restaurant was very positive. The service was very good, and the owner was incredibly nice and funny. I particularly enjoyed the pizza, which was very goof.
- service9
- owner10
- pizza9
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Casual Outing
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
8
Great owner, solid pizza!
My experience at this restaurant was great, largely due to the goated owner who is very funny and does a great job of managing everything. The pizza was pretty solid 👍.
- owner10
- pizza7
Price per Person
- $11–$20
Visit Type
- Food Exploration
Service Type
- Dine-in
Meal Type
- Dinner
2
Disappointing Pizza Experience
Don’t get tricked by the name; their pizza doesn’t taste like Sicilian pizza or any Italian pizza I’ve had before. We ordered two pizzas, and both were distasteful. There was no tomato sauce and very light cheese, with a soggy crust.
It definitely didn’t smell like fresh dough or simmering tomato sauce when we walked into the restaurant. There is a strong odor when you enter, with messy tables and scattered things around the counter. The owner was friendly, talks loud, and was helpful; I wish the food was better.
- owner7
- pizza1
- tomato sauce1
- cheese2
What Pirro's offers
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Popular for
- Dinner
- Lunch
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Wine
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Quick bite
Dining options
- Dinner
- Lunch
Service Options
- Dine-in
- Takeout
- Delivery
Atmosphere
- Casual
FAQs
What service options and accessibility features does Pirro's Pizzeria offer?
At Pirro’s Pizzeria, you can enjoy your meal with convenient dine-in, takeout, or delivery services. The restaurant is also committed to accessibility, featuring a wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible seating to ensure a comfortable experience for all guests.
What kind of atmosphere and dining options can you expect at Pirro's Pizzeria?
You’ll find a casual and friendly atmosphere at Pirro’s Pizzeria, making it a great spot for both lunch and dinner. Beyond delicious pizza, you can also enjoy a selection of alcoholic beverages, including wine, beer, and cocktails, perfect for complementing your meal or grabbing a quick bite.
What's the overall verdict on Pirro's?
Pirro’s has an overall score of 5.8. While Service is a strong point (8.3), Food (6.6) and Value (5.4) are average, and Ambience (2.4) is a significant concern.
Is the pizza at Pirro's generally well-received?
Many customers praise the pizza, describing it as delicious with a good crust, and some even highlight the Italian seasonings.
What are the main concerns regarding the dining environment?
Customers frequently mention an unwelcoming atmosphere, with issues like scattered boxes, an odd smell, and unkempt bathrooms.