Gusta Pizza
A popular beachfront pizzeria known for its authentic wood-fired pizzas and a surprising array of delicious pasta dishes. Expect queues, but the food ...
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Gusta Pizza
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A popular beachfront pizzeria known for its authentic wood-fired pizzas and a surprising array of delicious pasta dishes. Expect queues, but the food is often worth the wait.
Visit Off-Peak Hours
Avoid long waits by visiting during off-peak hours or trying to make a reservation. Early lunch is recommended.
Consider Daily Menu
The daily menu offers great value with a salad, main, dessert, and drink for around 15 EUR.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Italian
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+34 966 85 36 08
Address
Av. Jose Maria Esquerdo Zaragoza, 29, LOCAL A, 03570 Villajoyosa, Alicante, Spain
Website
gustapizzagroup.com/Highlights
Discover the most iconic attractions and experiences
Authentic Wood-Fired Pizza
Experience traditional Neapolitan pizza with a perfectly charred crust, fresh toppings, and gooey mozzarella. A true taste of Italy!
Delicious Frutti di Mare Pasta
Beyond pizza, savor incredibly fresh seafood pasta dishes like the Frutti di Mare. A delightful surprise for seafood lovers.
Beachfront Ambiance
Enjoy your meal with beautiful sea views from the terrace. The perfect spot for a relaxed dining experience by the water.
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Visit Off-Peak Hours
Avoid long waits by visiting during off-peak hours or trying to make a reservation. Early lunch is recommended.
Consider Daily Menu
The daily menu offers great value with a salad, main, dessert, and drink for around 15 EUR.
Gluten-Free Option Available
For those with dietary restrictions, Gusta Pizza offers gluten-free pizza bases.
Terrace Seating for Families
Request a table on the terrace for a safer dining space for families with children.
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Visit Off-Peak Hours
Avoid long waits by visiting during off-peak hours or trying to make a reservation. Early lunch is recommended.
Consider Daily Menu
The daily menu offers great value with a salad, main, dessert, and drink for around 15 EUR.
Gluten-Free Option Available
For those with dietary restrictions, Gusta Pizza offers gluten-free pizza bases.
Terrace Seating for Families
Request a table on the terrace for a safer dining space for families with children.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Gusta Pizza garners praise for its delicious, authentic wood-fired pizzas and worth-the-wait reputation, especially near local landmarks. However, a significant number of reviews highlight issues with inconsistent and poor service, with some diners feeling ignored or treated rudely, particularly if they are not locals. Despite the service complaints, the quality of the pizza itself often redeems the experience for many.
"Believe it or not, but we were served one of the best rib-eye steaks I have ever tasted in my life. Amazing! And the waiters were all very friendly. Thank you for making us feel welcome in your restaurant and thank you for the delicious rib-eye steaks!"
Maarten
"Great food and good service. Pizzas where excellent and fried dough balls with Nutella dessert very nice too. Only slight issue no scooped ice-cream to go with any of the desserts which was a shame, but overall excellent."
Paul Airey
"Where to start!
We arrived at the restaurant, staff wondering around setting tables up, not one of them asked if we were ok or needed any help. We had to ask to look at a menu to see if we fancied trying here. The menu looked good with plenty of choice so we thought we would give it a go. I had to go up the steps to ask the waitress if she had a table for 2. She looked at me and then just pointed to a table. The table wasn't made up for diners. We then waited around 20 minutes before having to ask said waitress if we could order food. She spent the whole time hanging around us near a service station but not once glancing in our direction. When she eventually came over at her own pace we ordered a jug of sangria and 2 glasses and our food. After around 10 minutes we had some cutlery and napkins just chucked on the corner of the table! After another 20 minutes of us wondering where our drinks were our food arrived! We then explained we hadn't got our drinks yet to turn around to find a girl bring us 2 glasses of sangria, I explained I had ordered a jug and they just shrugged, clearly not giving a damn. My husband ordered a pizza and I had the truffle pasta. While the pizza was very tasty according to my husband, my pasta was lacking any flavour at all. I had to get up myself to get some salt and oil. Not once did any member of staff come and ask how the food was or to see if we wanted more drinks. It felt like we were an inconvenience to them. They seemed to be a lot more friendly with the local Spanish diners. We had to again ask someone to clear the plates and get the bill all while at least 3 members of staff constantly walking past us. Honestly don't waste your money going here, awful service and bland food."
Hayley Kenyon
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Frequently Asked Questions
Many reviewers agree that despite potentially long waits, the delicious pizza and beachfront location make it worth the visit. Consider going during off-peak hours.
The wood-fired pizzas, especially the burrata pizza and frutti di mare pasta, are highly recommended by diners.
Yes, Gusta Pizza provides gluten-free pizza bases for those with dietary restrictions.
Service can be inconsistent. While some praise friendly and precise service, others report long waits and inattentive or rude staff.
To avoid long queues, it's recommended to visit during off-peak hours or for an early lunch. Lines can form before opening.
Yes, the restaurant is described as family-friendly. Requesting a table on the terrace is recommended for families with children.
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