In 1978, founding owner, Mike Pfankuch opened “That Pizza Place,” with the goal of creating a space where families and friends of Carlsbad could gather as a community, eat good food, and create memories. Mike and his family went on to operate That Pizza Place for over 40 years. Known for community, great food, youth sports and family, That Pizza Place was beloved by many. During the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, Mike made the decision to close the doors to his restaurant. The devoted customer base, which spans generations, was devastated to see this special place close. When the four of us (long-time Carlsbad friends) learned of this news, we immediately decided we could not let this slice of Carlsbad history (and part of our own childhood history) end. There was only one thing to do…re-open That Pizza Place to ensure the heart and pride of Carlsbad would live on for generations to come. We made it our mission to keep That Pizza Place’s doors open, honoring original recipes and its support of the community and youth sports, and, of course, adding some new touches as well. The four of us have been friends for over four decades. Our childhood was spent at That Pizza Place. After playing Pop Warner games at Valley Junior High, baseball games at Chase Field, and football games at Carlsbad High School, we’d head to That Pizza Place with our teammates and families, of course, after taking a couple runs on “Cardboard Hill!” Which is the hill behind TPP.
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Artisan pizzas and Italian dishes with a modern twist. We also have house-made pasta. To compliment our unique menu, we offer a full bar!
Jay's Gourmet Restaurant combines a casual atmosphere with incredible culinary favorites. Guests may sit at the bar, which covers one wall, or at wooden tables. Pictures of family and friends decorate the inside walls, while the outdoor seating is complemented by greenery and gaslamps. Pizzas, pasta and seafood are the featured entrees. Consider fresh clams, fresh salmon or fresh halibut. Each of these seafood specialties are sauteed with garlic and served over linguini, with red or white wine sauce.
Downtown Carlsbad combines three attractions at Pizza Port Carlsbad— original pizza preparations, handcrafted brews, and a clambake atmosphere. Surfboards are suspended overhead throughout the restaurant. Surfing pictures plaster the walls while televisions show surfing footage. Seating is available at long, wooden picnic-style tables or at the bar. Try the hometown Pizza Carlsbad, which offers toppings of pesto, chicken, artichoke hearts, feta and sun dried tomatoes. Top off your meal with one of Port Brewing's award-winning, world-famous handcrafted brews. Two popular choices are the California Honey and Sharkbite Red. Opt for the Wipeout IPA if you're feeling up to it.
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Create great tasting, quality food, prepared fresh for delviery or pick up only.
Pizza Sandwiches Salads Appetizers Pastas Wings Craft Beers
Exceptional quality at lightning fast speed is what we're all about. Artisanal ingredients on the assembly line. Inventive to classic. You decide from over 30+ toppings. Blazing hot oven + dedicated pizzasmith + 180 seconds = fast-fire'd, perfectly crisp perfection. Sound good? Enjoy the rest of your day.
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