Are you tired of pizza chains serving mediocre pizza? If you live in Waipahu, HI, you’re in luck. You don’t have to drive into the heart of Honolulu to find amazing pizza pie. Some of the best pizza on the island is only a short 10-minute drive away. Whether you’re looking for a classic New York-style pie or something a little more adventurous, grab your friends and check out these three locally-owned pizza joints for an evening of perfectly-baked pizza
3 of the Best Pizza Places to Enjoy Within 10 Minutes of Waipahu, HI
Best Side Pies
Recently opened in July 2022, Best Side Pies is a local, artisanal start-up offering amazing hand-tossed pizzas. The owners have years of experience in the pizza industry and take their craft very seriously, ensuring that each pie is flame-fired to perfection. The menu features many of the classic pizzas you know and love, as well as some unique pies, like their Bee-Sting pie and their Garlic Kauai Shrimp pizza.
As of the day of this writing, they’re working out of a mobile establishment with the ability to cater and do onsite parties wherever the need arises. You can find their current location each week on their Instagram feed. If you’re looking for a unique pizza experience, check out Best Side Pies!
Big Kahuna Pizza
This small, family-owned and operated pizza shop offers delicious pizzas with real meat and plenty of cheese. Some of their most popular pies include the Haole Hawaiian, Portagee sausage, and BBQ Kanaka Kaluha pork pizzas. Big Kahuna Pizza is also well-known for its “Create Your Own” pizza or Pipeline sandwich options, perfect for when you just want it your way!
In addition to its amazing pizza offerings, Big Kahuna Pizza also serves up some of the best garlic cheese balls on the Island. And if you’re looking for some friendly customer service, this is the place to go! Check them out at 550 Paiea St, Honolulu.
Boston’s North End Pizza Bakery
Boston’s Pizza is a great spot for those looking for an authentic NY-style pizza. Their slices are huge and reasonably priced, and they have lots of flavorful toppings. It’s not uncommon to have to wait for seating, but it’s well worth it once you get your hands on a slice of their delicious, mouthwatering pizza.
In addition to their house specialties, they also run with an original weekly creation just to keep things interesting. They’re located at 98-302 Kamehameha Hwy in Aiea, so bring your appetite and head over to the “Home of the 19-inch Pizza” to grab a slice of NY while you’re in town.
Pizza is one of life’s simple pleasures. Thanks to these amazing local pizza shops, you don’t have to go far to enjoy some. And if you’re in the market for a new vehicle to support your pizza compulsion, check out the 2023 Nissan Armada. Thanks to its completely flat-folding rear seating, you can transport a “pile of pizzas” with confidence. Drive over to Tony Nissan to test drive a new or used Armada today!
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