The Pizza Joint - Nevada City, California

Doug K. R. R. 9.

I cannot believe I have not reviewed this stupendous, amazing, gastrodelicious Mt Everest of pizza. To call it pizza is too simple. This pizza is complex and complementary in every way. The brightness of the sauce to the flavor of the crust is magical! I ate at over 20 pizza places in Rome and Florence. All I could dream about was the pizza here. When I visit I order one of everything. If I have guests I order 2. Nevada City is a quaint and lovely town with excellent humans and community owned businesses. However my North Star is The Pizza Joint. They have my highest recommendation. Superb!

Andrew C.

Fantastic pizza at this little hole in the wall shop in Nevada City. I wasn’t expecting the pizza to be so good but it definitely exceeded my expectations. Got a slice and ate it on the bench out front of the shop. Highly recommend if you’re hungry in the area and want a quick slice.

Jessica H.

I'm a local but I finally made my way over here and they did pizza justice!! This food was delicious from the first bite - I got a Great-Grandma, New Yorker and Maui Wowwie to try a few. 10/10 would come again.

Sweets B.

I've lived in Nevada City for over 30 years, and I’ve never been treated so poorly as I was at this pizza joint. The woman behind the counter, with her black curly hair and an attitude that matched, screamed at me for no reason. Her aggressive demeanor was shocking, and it made me feel completely unwelcome.

When we finally received our order, it was completely wrong. I politely asked if we could get the correct items, and instead of helping, she laughed and walked away with a nasty look on her face. It was incredibly frustrating; I just wanted a simple piece of pizza.

This experience has left a sour taste in my mouth. It’s disappointing to feel like I was treated like garbage when all I wanted was to enjoy a meal. Nevada City is known for its friendly atmosphere, and this encounter has made me hesitant to return to either the town or this pizza shop.

To make matters worse, the pizza itself was overpriced and old. My heart is broken—it ruined my night, and we left feeling sad. I truly hope they reconsider how they treat customers because it’s a shame for such a lovely place to have such a negative experience.

Al Y.

I have to leave review on every platform possible for such poor run place.

Terrible Experience – Accused of Stealing Over Their Own Mistake

I went in for dinner and ended up being accused of stealing pizza.
I ordered a few slices and asked for ranch. The lady at the counter gave me my total, and I tapped my card on the terminal. I heard the beep, assumed it had gone through, and stood there for the next 30 seconds waiting for her to acknowledge the payment. She said nothing. I figured everything was fine.
I waited about five minutes for my food, grabbed it, and walked outside. I wasn’t even leaving—just standing further away, looking for my car keys—when the same lady ran after me, yelling aggressively that I hadn’t paid. I went back in, she yelled the total at me again, and finally flipped the screen around so I could see it. I paid again and told her I was sorry—I genuinely didn’t know the payment hadn’t gone through. But she continued treating me like I’d tried to steal it.

Here’s the kicker: I was at this place a week earlier, and something similar happened. That time, I tapped my card, waited for her to acknowledge it, and eventually had to ask if it went through. She seemed annoyed, flipped the screen toward me. Clearly, this is not a one-off issue.
I seriously encourage the place to check the security cameras. I did tap the terminal. The issue is with staff who are not trained (or too checked out) to handle it properly. If someone can't manage the register or track transactions, maybe someone else should be doing it.

If you’re just visiting, skip this place—there are better spots in Nevada City with friendlier, more competent staff. If you live here, respect yourself and go somewhere else.

To the staff: please, train someone who actually understands how the payment system works.

I won’t be back—and neither will my friends or family

Joshua N.

This place has fallen off….large pie used to be worth the $32 plus tip….not anymore. More flop than LeBron after getting fouled. Extra doughy. It’s not bad , but nowhere near what it was.

Raybies F.

Yummy pizza! I ordered a Grandma slice, for $7.50, and a side of ranch for an additional $.75. It filled me up. I was pleased to have such a tasty, savory meal for under $10!

Tom G.

Finally, a Slice of Perfection!

Having lived in NYC for 16 years, I feel like my pizza standards are high (important to note I also eat a lot of bagel bites). After three years in California, The Pizza Joint in Nevada City is the only place that has truly satisfied my craving for authentic, delicious pizza. The crust is perfectly crisp, the sauce is balanced with just the right amount of tang, and the toppings are fresh and generously applied. It feels like a little piece of New York right here in California. The atmosphere in the little shoppe is warm and inviting, and the staff are friendly and passionate about their craft. If you’re a pizza lover, this spot is a must-visit. I’ll be coming back again and again!