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Truly Pizza

4.8
4.8
360 Reviews
$30 and under
Pizzeria

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2 people
19:00
Booked 93 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Hot spot
Located in the heart of the Lantern District in Dana Point, Truly Pizza is an artisanal neighborhood pizzeria where friends and family can relax and enjoy the fellowship of sharing pizza - the world's greatest communal food.
Our outdoor garden design, rooftop wine experience and nurturing service style promote a welcoming sense of community by offering friends and neighbors a casual dining environment filled with personal touch points every step of the way.

*We are an outdoor restaurant with patio & rooftop dining only. We provide blankets and heaters for guests*

Please note 20% gratuity is added for parties of 8 or larger.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Californian, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (949) 218-8220
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Area
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Cross Street
    We are located in the Golden Lantern District on Del Prado Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Our closest public transit stop is Pacific Coast & Amber Lantern. We additionally have Golden Lantern & La Cresta Stop as well as Pacific Coast & Golden Lantern & La Paz Stop which are less than 1/2 mile from our location.
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access

What 360 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • South Orange County

    Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Truly Pizza is a must-visit for pizza enthusiasts, offering "truly the best pizza around" with a "light, chewy, fluffy" crust and unique toppings. The ambience is a "fun outdoor setting" perfect for casual dining. While reservations are recommended due to high demand, the "friendly staff" and "exceptional service" make every visit memorable.

360 Reviews
  1. Rex

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I remembered our first trip to Dana Point. We all were craving pizza. I looked over and saw Truly Pizza. It was a brand new restaurant. So we gave it a try...and we fell in love with the first bite. Its truly something special. You can taste the love, care, and quality that goes into the food. The service isn't bad but it's not that good either. We definitely be back.

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  2. Ralph E

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have enjoyed dinning at Truly Pizza since they have opened. Not once have they ever disappointed! From service to food every experience has been exceptional. Keep up the great work and looking forward to their next venture soon.

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  3. Mary Ann

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent except being cold due to the weather and heat lamps not working. The blankets were a nice addition.

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  4. Liz

    Orange County

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Loved it. Just wish there were inside seating options. We dressed warmly but it was still a bit chilly!

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  5. Mimi

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Started off rocky but ended up good. I understand policy but the front reception manager spoke to us in a condescending manner and came across as pretentious. Really put a bad taste in my mouth. He eventually begrudgingly ended up accommodating us in the end but it was the food and service from the server that saved the night.

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  6. Adam

    Orange County

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time there on Saturday for a lunch date w/my hubby. Had the chicken wings,house Salad and two pizzas (1 of ea… this was too much food) Everything was delicious!!! The restaurant is fresh looking and the staff was very nice. Loved it!! Will definitely come back!!!

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  7. Cassidy

    VIP

    New Orleans

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    *Truly* so delicious! We enjoyed the sweet and sour square pizza and it was one of the better pizzas I’ve had, as it was incredibly flavorful! Will absolutely be coming back here often.

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  8. Tom

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best pizza I've had in California and New York. Square pizza is fantastic.

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  9. Danielle

    Orange County

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose a later lunch time and it was perfect. We sat upstairs outside and it was a delight. Our waitress was very knowledgeable, friendly and enjoyed joining in on our crazy conversations. We brought a bottle and paid the corkage fee. From chicken wings to fresh sake to the spicy pepperoni there was not a piece of food left to take home. I will say the last time I went I did have a few slices left over and I ate it the next morning, not even heated and it was excellent. 

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  10. Brad

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I was hoping this would be the next pizzeria Mozza, but they’ve got a way to go. Crust was good but strangely brittle without good chew, salads had some nice ingredients and well plated but house salad could’ve been larger and more flavorful. Dessert selection seems intentionally and bizarrely meager, presumably to turn tables faster. Staff was perfectly nice but definitely needs polishing up.

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FAQs

Truly Pizza offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 218-8220.

Truly Pizza is rated 4.8 stars by 360 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 93 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Truly Pizza

24402 Del Prado Ave, Dana Point, CA 92629-2719

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    We are located in the Golden Lantern District on Del Prado Ave.
  • Area
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon, Wed, Thu, Sun 11:00–20:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Pizzeria, Californian, Contemporary Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Our closest public transit stop is Pacific Coast & Amber Lantern. We additionally have Golden Lantern & La Cresta Stop as well as Pacific Coast & Golden Lantern & La Paz Stop which are less than 1/2 mile from our location.
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access
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