Opening hours
Closed · opens 12:00 PM
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
Local time in Encinitas: 12:10 AM (PST). Holiday hours may differ.
Location & directions
554 Santa Fe DriveEncinitas, CA 92024
About Pizzaiolo
Pizzaiolo is a pizza restaurant located at 554 Santa Fe Drive in Encinitas, California. It's part of our guide to 86 restaurants, cafes and bars in Encinitas.
Pizzaiolo is open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday).
You can visit for dine-in.
Quick facts
- Category
- Pizza Restaurant
- Address
- 554 Santa Fe Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday)
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 3 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for pizza restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Pizzaiolo’s weekday schedule with 1,364 other pizza restaurants in California. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 8:00 PM, earlier than most (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 49.5 hours a week, 31 hours fewer than the local median of 81. 96% of pizza restaurants in California open on Sundays, and Pizzaiolo is one of them.
Compared with 1,364 other pizza restaurants in California that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for pizza restaurants in California
Based on 171 menus with 11,849 priced items from pizza restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $16.25, and half of all items are priced between $9.75 and $25.75.
We don’t have Pizzaiolo’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what pizza restaurants in California typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | 32% | $10.00 |
| Garlic Bread | 29% | $6.00 |
| Cheese Pizza | 29% | $14.82 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 25% | $9.77 |
| Bbq Chicken | 22% | $19.99 |
| Spaghetti | 18% | $14.40 |
| Margherita Pizza | 16% | $19.57 |
| Antipasto Salad | 16% | $11.99 |
Calculated from 171 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Pizzaiolo there are 6 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 27 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (5), Mexican & Tex-Mex (4), Pizza (3), and Bakeries & Desserts (3).
Competition is healthy: 3 other pizza restaurants are within a mile and 7 within three miles. The closest is Domino's, 0.2 mi away.
8 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Burgers & Fast FoodCarl's Jr.< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiSushi Lounge0.2 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway0.2 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexJorge's Mexicatessen0.2 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsGordy's Bakery and Coffeehouse0.7 mi
What to expect at a pizza restaurant
Pizza is one of America’s most popular meals and comes in strongly regional styles: thin, foldable New York slices; deep-dish and tavern-style thin crust in Chicago; square, crispy-edged Detroit pies; coal-fired New Haven “apizza”; and Neapolitan pies baked in a wood-fired oven in about 90 seconds. Most pizzerias offer dine-in, takeout and delivery, and many sell by the slice.
What to order
- Plain cheese or margherita – the simplest way to judge crust, sauce and cheese
- A house specialty pie – usually the combination the owners are proudest of
- Garlic knots – a cheap, shareable East Coast staple
- Wings – many pizzerias double as wing spots
Good to know
- Calling the restaurant directly for delivery or pickup often costs less than ordering through a third-party app.
- Large pies are usually the best value per slice; leftovers reheat well in a dry skillet.
- Friday and Saturday evenings are the busiest delivery nights – order early or expect longer waits.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Pizzaiolo's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (closed Monday). Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Is Pizzaiolo open on Sunday?
Yes, Pizzaiolo is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Where is Pizzaiolo located?
Pizzaiolo is located at 554 Santa Fe Drive, Encinitas, CA 92024.
Does Pizzaiolo offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Pizzaiolo. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Pizzaiolo open late?
No, Pizzaiolo usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Pizzaiolo?
There are 27 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Pizzaiolo. Nearby options include Carl's Jr. (< 0.1 mi), Sushi Lounge (0.2 mi), and Subway (0.2 mi).
Are there other pizza restaurants near Pizzaiolo?
3 other pizza restaurants within a mile. The closest is Domino's, 0.2 mi away.
How much do pizza restaurants in California cost?
Based on 171 menus with 11,849 priced items from pizza restaurants in California, the median menu item costs $16.25, and half of all items are priced between $9.75 and $25.75.
Nearby places
All in Encinitas
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