Surf Rider Pizza – Italian

This sun-drenched coastal haunt captures the laid-back spirit of the beach, where the irresistible aroma of bubbling cheese and golden, hand-tossed crusts drifts through a vibrant, surf-inspired space. Artisanal pies like the adventurous G.O.A.T. and the hearty Woodsman celebrate bold flavor combinations, offering a playful yet elevated take on the classic New York-style slice. Whether sharing a signature Mash-Up after a day in the waves or savoring a traditional Margherita, guests find a slice of effortless California cool in every bite.

8381 La Mesa Boulevard, La Mesa CA 91941 https://surfrider-pizza.com/

Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)

Cuisine: Italian

Price range: $

Dietary options: vegetarian, high-protein, nut-free, gluten-free, low-carb, keto, dairy-free, pescatarian, mediterranean, plant-based, sugar-free, diabetic, heart-healthy, whole30, paleo, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, low-cholesterol, weight-watchers, volumetrics, tlc, detox, carnivore, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free

Currently open

Hours

Monday - Sunday: 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM

What diners are saying

Diners rave about the quality of the perfectly cooked soups, which are frequently highlighted for their exceptional flavor and value. Guests love the comfortable setting and consistently praise the courteous staff for providing a warm and welcoming experience. Celebrated for its reasonable pricing and inviting atmosphere, it has become a recommended destination for those seeking a reliable and satisfying meal.

Mt Helix: red sauce, pepperoni, sausage & ham Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
L.M. Deluxe: red sauce, pepperoni, sausage, onions, green peppers & mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Chicken Bacon: alfredo sauce, roasted chicken, bacon, spinach, roasted garlic & white onions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
The G.O.A.T. Pie: goat cheese, pepperoni, sun dried tomato, onion jam, mike's hot honey & arugula Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Godfather: red sauce, pepperoni, gorgonzola, roma tomatoes & fresh basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
The Woodsman: alfredo sauce, sausage, mushroom, red onion & chives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
BBQ Chicken: bbq sauce, roasted chicken, onions, gorgonzola & cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free

NY Hand Tossed Veggie Pies

One size = 18". All pizzas made with whole milk mozzarella shredded in house daily.

The Surf Rider: white sauce, roasted garlic, gorgonzola, roma tomatoes & fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
N.Y. Margherita: fresh mozzarella, red sauce & fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
The Mash-Up: smashed potatoes, minced garlic, cheddar cheese & chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Harvest: pesto sauce, zucchini, onions, mushrooms, roma tomatoes & artichoke hearts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
Pesto Spinach Delish: pesto sauce, spinach, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers & ricotta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Basil Pesto & Ricotta: red sauce, ricotta & basil pesto sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Spicy Veggie: white sauce, banana peppers, jalapenos, artichoke hearts, onions, roma tomatoes, cilantro & "dirty" sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian

Create Your Own

18” Fresh Cheese Pie: housemade red sauce & mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
12” Cali Cauliflower Crust: Gluten Free Crust. housemade red sauce or alfredo sauce & mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
12" Grandma's Pie: 12" rectangle pie with red sauce, mozzarella, parmesan & garlic butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian

Strombolis & Calzones

Stromboli feeds 2-3 and calzone feeds 1-2. Comes with red sauce on the side.

Harvest: pesto sauce, zucchini, onions, mushrooms, roma tomatoes, artichoke hearts & pesto sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
Spicy Veggie: banana peppers, jalapenos, artichoke hearts, onions, roma tomatoes, cilantro & "dirty" sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Mt Helix: pepperoni, sausage & ham Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
L.M. Deluxe: pepperoni, sausage, onions, green peppers & mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
The Spicy Meatball: housemade meatballs, jalapenos, roasted red peppers & "dirty" sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free

Sandwiches

All sandwiches come with a side of housemade seasoned potato chips

Cheesesteak: sliced steak, american cheese, grilled onions, mushrooms & green peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
"Dirty" Steak: sliced steak, american cheese, "dirty" sauce, grilled onions & cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Chicken Pesto: roasted chicken, arugula, sun dried tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, banana peppers & pesto sauce on a toasted roll Dietary tags: High-Protein
Meatball: italian meatballs, red sauce, roasted red peppers & mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free

Wings

Wings: choice of: HOT, BBQ, DIRTY, LEMON PEPPER, HONEY GARLIC SRIRACHA Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free

Fresh Salads

Surf Dude: romaine, tomatoes, roasted red peppers, parmesan, basil, roasted garlic & lemon basil dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
Caesar: romaine, parmesan, croutons, roasted garlic, basil & caesar dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
Chopped Wedge: romaine, bacon, tomatoes, red onion, gorgonzola, croutons & blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: Nut-Free
Greek: romaine, feta, black olives, tomatoes, green peppers, roasted red peppers & greek dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Baby Spinach: spinach & arugula mix, red onion, green apple, dried cherries, candied walnuts, goat cheese & honey balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic

Sides

Garlic Knots: served with red sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Cheese Bread: white sauce, mozzarella & cheddar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Pesto Bread: pesto sauce, mozzarella & ricotta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Housemade Meatballs (5): in red sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
Mac & Cheese: pasta & cheddar cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Mozzarella Sticks: served with red sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Housemade Seasoned Potato Chips: Served with a side of sour cream-onion dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Add Chicken to Salad - $4.5: Add-on for salads Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free

Swell Cookies

These MASSIVE cookies are big enough to share!

Chocolate Chip: Classic chocolate chip cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Double Chocolate Chip: Extra chocolate cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
S'mores Mountain: Camping trip flavors in a cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Blonde Rocky Road: Rocky Road flavors in a cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Reese's Crunch: Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and peanuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Sugar Cookie with Swag: Sugar cookie topped with icing and mini M&Ms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Surfers Breakfast: Oatmeal cookie with chocolate chips, pecans and cherries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
Snickerdoodle: Sugar cookie dusted with cinnamon sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian