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: dairy-free, halal, high-protein, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, pescatarian, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone
Diet fit at Surf Rider Pizza
Dairy-Free at Surf Rider Pizza
Surf Rider Pizza in La Mesa has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Reese's Crunch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Surf Rider Pizza
Surf Rider Pizza in La Mesa has 21 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Chip, Reese's Crunch and 12” Cali Cauliflower Crust. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Surf Rider Pizza
Surf Rider Pizza in La Mesa has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Harvest and BBQ Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Surf Rider Pizza
Surf Rider Pizza in La Mesa has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Reese's Crunch. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Surf Rider Pizza
Surf Rider Pizza in La Mesa has 20 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Chip, Reese's Crunch and 12” Cali Cauliflower Crust. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Surf Rider Pizza
Surf Rider Pizza in La Mesa has 6 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including BBQ Chicken, Mozzarella Sticks and Add Chicken to Salad. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Sodium at Surf Rider Pizza
Surf Rider Pizza in La Mesa has 20 low-sodium-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Chip, 12” Cali Cauliflower Crust and BBQ Chicken. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Pescatarian at Surf Rider Pizza
Surf Rider Pizza in La Mesa has 23 pescatarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Chocolate Chip, Reese's Crunch and 12” Cali Cauliflower Crust. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Surf Rider Pizza
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken Pesto | 3.6 g | 40.3 g |
| BBQ Chicken | 0 g | 37.2 g |
| The Surf Rider | 5.8 g | 33.5 g |
| Chicken Bacon | 47 g | 32.8 g |
| The G.O.A.T. Pie | 15.9 g | 31.8 g |
| Greek | 27.3 g | 31.1 g |
| "Dirty" Steak | 65.6 g | 27.9 g |
| L.M. Deluxe | 74.7 g | 26.2 g |
| L.M. Deluxe | 74.7 g | 26.2 g |
| The Woodsman | 32.3 g | 23.1 g |
| The Mash-Up | 9.6 g | 22.6 g |
| Surf Dude | 12 g | 22.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
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.
Menu
NY Hand Tossed Meat Pies
One size = 18". All pizzas made with whole milk mozzarella shredded in house daily.
- Mt Helix: red sauce, pepperoni, sausage & ham Available at: dinner, lunch
- L.M. Deluxe: red sauce, pepperoni, sausage, onions, green peppers & mushrooms Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Bacon: alfredo sauce, roasted chicken, bacon, spinach, roasted garlic & white onions Available at: dinner, lunch
- The G.O.A.T. Pie: goat cheese, pepperoni, sun dried tomato, onion jam, mike's hot honey & arugula Available at: dinner, lunch
- Godfather: red sauce, pepperoni, gorgonzola, roma tomatoes & fresh basil Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Woodsman: alfredo sauce, sausage, mushroom, red onion & chives Available at: dinner, lunch
- BBQ Chicken: bbq sauce, roasted chicken, onions, gorgonzola & cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
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, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- N.Y. Margherita: fresh mozzarella, red sauce & fresh basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Mash-Up: smashed potatoes, minced garlic, cheddar cheese & chives Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Harvest: pesto sauce, zucchini, onions, mushrooms, roma tomatoes & artichoke hearts Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto Spinach Delish: pesto sauce, spinach, artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers & ricotta Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Basil Pesto & Ricotta: red sauce, ricotta & basil pesto sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Veggie: white sauce, banana peppers, jalapenos, artichoke hearts, onions, roma tomatoes, cilantro & "dirty" sauce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Create Your Own
- 18” Fresh Cheese Pie: housemade red sauce & mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- 12” Cali Cauliflower Crust: Gluten Free Crust. housemade red sauce or alfredo sauce & mozzarella Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- 12" Grandma's Pie: 12" rectangle pie with red sauce, mozzarella, parmesan & garlic butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
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: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Veggie: banana peppers, jalapenos, artichoke hearts, onions, roma tomatoes, cilantro & "dirty" sauce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mt Helix: pepperoni, sausage & ham Available at: dinner, lunch
- L.M. Deluxe: pepperoni, sausage, onions, green peppers & mushrooms Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Spicy Meatball: housemade meatballs, jalapenos, roasted red peppers & "dirty" sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
All sandwiches come with a side of housemade seasoned potato chips
- Cheesesteak: sliced steak, american cheese, grilled onions, mushrooms & green peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- "Dirty" Steak: sliced steak, american cheese, "dirty" sauce, grilled onions & cilantro Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Pesto: roasted chicken, arugula, sun dried tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, banana peppers & pesto sauce on a toasted roll Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatball: italian meatballs, red sauce, roasted red peppers & mozzarella Available at: dinner, lunch
Wings
- Wings: choice of: HOT, BBQ, DIRTY, LEMON PEPPER, HONEY GARLIC SRIRACHA Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
Fresh Salads
- Surf Dude: romaine, tomatoes, roasted red peppers, parmesan, basil, roasted garlic & lemon basil dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar: romaine, parmesan, croutons, roasted garlic, basil & caesar dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Wedge: romaine, bacon, tomatoes, red onion, gorgonzola, croutons & blue cheese dressing Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Greek: romaine, feta, black olives, tomatoes, green peppers, roasted red peppers & greek dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Baby Spinach: spinach & arugula mix, red onion, green apple, dried cherries, candied walnuts, goat cheese & honey balsamic vinaigrette Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Garlic Knots: served with red sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Bread: white sauce, mozzarella & cheddar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pesto Bread: pesto sauce, mozzarella & ricotta Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Housemade Meatballs (5): in red sauce Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese: pasta & cheddar cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozzarella Sticks: served with red sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Housemade Seasoned Potato Chips: Served with a side of sour cream-onion dip Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Add Chicken to Salad - $4.5: Add-on for salads Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
Swell Cookies
These MASSIVE cookies are big enough to share!
- Chocolate Chip: Classic chocolate chip cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Double Chocolate Chip: Extra chocolate cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- S'mores Mountain: Camping trip flavors in a cookie Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Blonde Rocky Road: Rocky Road flavors in a cookie Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Reese's Crunch: Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and peanuts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Sugar Cookie with Swag: Sugar cookie topped with icing and mini M&Ms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Surfers Breakfast: Oatmeal cookie with chocolate chips, pecans and cherries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: breakfast
- Snickerdoodle: Sugar cookie dusted with cinnamon sugar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about Surf Rider Pizza
- Is Surf Rider Pizza dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Surf Rider Pizza has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Reese's Crunch.
- What can I eat at Surf Rider Pizza on a dairy-free diet?
- Reese's Crunch carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Surf Rider Pizza have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Reese's Crunch.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Surf Rider Pizza?
- Chicken Pesto, at roughly 40.3g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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