Pizza My Heart – Italian
This vibrant coastal haunt captures the sun-drenched spirit of California surf culture, where the walls are lined with local history and the air is thick with the irresistible aroma of hand-tossed dough baking to a golden crisp. Each slice serves as a culinary tribute to the Pacific coastline, from the savory-sweet crunch of the Watsonville Apple to the bold, towering flavors of the Big Sur. It is a lively gathering spot where locals and beachgoers alike find comfort in generous toppings and a relaxed atmosphere that feels like a permanent summer afternoon.
7281 Amador Plaza Road https://pizzamyheart.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, vegetarian, vegan, low-carb, keto, pescatarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, plant-based, low-fat, mediterranean, anti-inflammatory, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, atkins, zone, volumetrics, tlc, alkaline, aip, carnivore, renal, macrobiotic, slow-carb, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the excellent food quality and exceptionally fresh ingredients, with many highlighting the satisfying nature of every meal. Celebrated for its pleasant and inviting environment, the space offers a welcoming atmosphere that guests consistently praise alongside the helpful and attentive service. Reviewers frequently note that the high standards of both the cuisine and the hospitality ensure their first visit is rarely their last.
Menu
Award Winning Pizzas
- Big Sur - $25.5: 40 Cloves of Roasted Garlic, Organic Tomato Pizza Sauce, Pepperoni, Sausage, Portobello Mushrooms & Green Onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Little Sur - $25.5: 40 Cloves of Roasted Garlic, Organic Tomato Pizza Sauce, Roasted Red Peppers, Portobello Mushrooms, Green Onions, Cherry Tomatoes & Herbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Virgin Creek - $25.5: Fresh Basil, Garlic, Ricotta & Roma Tomatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Watsonville Apple - $25.5: Freshly Sliced Green Apple, Pepperoni, Sausage, Bacon, Green Onions, Gorgonzola, Olive Oil, & Garlic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fort Point - $25.5: Light Tomato & Pesto Sauce (made with almonds) with Roma Tomatoes, Chicken, Ricotta, Sausage, Artichoke, Basil & Herbs Available at: dinner, lunch
Specialty Pizzas with Meat
- Maui Wowie - $22.5: Canadian Bacon, Pineapple Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cowell’s Combo - $25.5: Pepperoni, Sausage, Olives, Mushrooms, Onions & Bells Available at: dinner, lunch
- Maverick’s - $25.5: Pepperoni, Sausage, Bacon & Canadian Bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sunset Beach - $25.5: Canadian Bacon, Bacon, Red Onions, Bells & Pineapple Available at: dinner, lunch
- Davenport - $25.5: Sausage, Spinach, Garlic, Mushrooms & Onions Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, South-Beach, AIP, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Doheny Sweet Heat - $25.5: Pepperoni, Sausage, Pickled Peppers, Ricotta and a drizzle of Hot Honey Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wingnut’s - $22.5: Pepperoni, Red Onions, & Mushrooms Available at: dinner, lunch
- D’Lex Chicken & Bacon - $25.5: Chicken, Bacon, Mushrooms, Garlic, Green Onions in a White Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rockaway - $25.5: BBQ Sauce, Grilled Chicken, Red Onion, Cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Depot Hill - $25.5: Sundried Tomatoes, Pesto & Grilled Chicken Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pleasure Point - $25.5: Garlic, Roma Tomatoes, Spinach & Chicken Dietary tags: High-Protein, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegan & Vegetarian Specialty Pizzas
- Manresa - $24: White Pizza with Fresh Basil, Garlic, Romas & Ricotta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto - $22.5: Basil, Garlic, Parmesan & Almonds Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Mt. Diablo - VEGAN - $25.5: Plant-based mozzarella, Beyond Meat hot Italian sausage, garlic, fresh mushrooms, pickled peppers and fresh parsley Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Prima - $22.5: Roma Tomatoes, Feta, Olives and Parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Hook - $25.5: Tomatoes, Olives, Bells, Mushrooms, Artichoke, Red Onion & Parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Castroville - $25.5: Almond Basil Pesto, Spinach, Artichoke Hearts, Cherry Tomatoes & Feta Cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Big Sur - $25.5: 40 Cloves of Roasted Garlic, Prime Roots vegan Pepperoni, Beyond Meat Italian Sausage, Portobello Mushrooms, and Green Onions. Made with plant-based mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linda Mar - $25.5: Spinach, Garlic, Artichokes, Broccoli, Olives & Romas Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Mendocino - VEGAN - $25.5: Plant based mozzarella, pizza sauce, Roma tomatoes and garlic. Topped with breadcrumbs, fresh basil and drizzled olive oil Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Snacks, Salads & Desserts
- Chicken Wings (6) - $10.99: Freshly Baked Wings served with Buffalo or BBQ sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Boneless Chicken Wings (6) - $10.99: Oven-baked boneless wings made with 100% all white meat Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bread Stix - $8.5: Fresh Garlic, Olive Oil and a sprinkle of Parmesan Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Caesar Salad - $9: Romaine Lettuce, Garlic Croutons, Parmesan & Caesar Dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek Salad - $7.75: Romaine Lettuce, Onions, Kalamata Olives, Feta Cheese, Artichokes, Red Onion & Tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Greens - $7.75: Mixed Baby Greens, Carrots, Cucumbers, Tomatoes & Broccoli Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Walnut Salad - $9.75: Mixed Baby Greens, Candied Walnuts, Chicken, Gorgonzola with Balsamic Dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kook-ie - $7.5: Oversized Chocolate Chip cookie with 8 slices Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cinna-Bomb - $7.5: Pizza dough baked with cinnamon and spices, topped with icing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly
Slices
- Old-School Pepperoni Slice - $5.75: Nitrate and nitrite free pepperoni Dietary tags: Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Big Sur Slice - $6.5: Pepperoni, Sausage, Portobello, Roasted Garlic & Green Onion Dietary tags: Low-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Slice - $5.25: Vine ripened tomatoes and California mozzarella cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Super Veggie Slice - $6.5: Roma tomatoes, mushrooms, red onions, black olives, bell peppers, and marinated artichoke hearts Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Bottled Soda (20 oz) - $3.25: Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Fountain Soda - $3
- Milk - $3: 2% or Chocolate
- Apple Juice - $3
- Bottled Water - $3
- Mexican Soft Drinks - $3.25 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Pizza My Heart
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This is a casual dining spot featuring a vibrant surf-culture atmosphere, welcoming locals and beachgoers for hand-tossed pizza slices.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Pizza My Heart is a California coastal restaurant located in various spots along the Pacific coastline, including Watsonville and Big Sur.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Vegan Big Sur and The Mt. Diablo - VEGAN accommodate multiple diets including vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, and plant-based.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect fresh ingredients, attentive service, and a welcoming surf-culture atmosphere featuring popular specialty pizzas like the Big Sur.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Pizza My Heart has an average rating of 4.0/5, with customers consistently praising the food quality and fresh ingredients.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu features vegan options like Vegan Big Sur and Mt. Diablo, plus gluten-free, low-carb, and keto-friendly atkins choices.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Diners rave about the excellent food quality, exceptionally fresh ingredients, welcoming atmosphere, and helpful, attentive service.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a 4.0/5 rating and moderate ($$) pricing, customers report excellent value through high-quality ingredients and satisfying, generous portions.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include the Big Sur, Watsonville Apple, Maui Wowie, Depot Hill, and the vegan-friendly Mt. Diablo pizza.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Guests consistently praise the pleasant, inviting environment and welcoming atmosphere, which captures a vibrant California surf culture spirit.
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