The Haven Pizzeria

Oh my goodness! 5/5 Best pizza I’ve had all year. The righteous pig is the bizzness! Sweet savory and oh so delicious. I can’t wait to try the rest!

Had the Cortez pizza and it was fantastic! The addition of the arugula salad on top added another dimension to the already flavorful pizza. Along with that, we had some sort of Bolognese pasta that was to die for. Great service and a decent drink menu. Check this place out for some wonderful food and service!

The Haven Pizzeria in Kensington continues to impress with its cozy ambiance, friendly staff, and comforting Italian-inspired dishes. This was our second visit, and it’s clear why this spot is a local favorite. From the moment we walked in, the welcoming atmosphere set the tone for a great dining experience. The staff provided excellent service, always checking in with a smile and ensuring we had everything we needed. We started with the Mushroom Soup, and it was absolutely delicious. Creamy, rich, and full of earthy flavors, it was the perfect way to kick off the meal. As a soup lover, I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting. It’s clear that The Haven takes care in crafting each dish, and this soup was no exception. For our main courses, we tried the Popeye Pizza and the Traditional Lasagna Pasta. The pizza, featuring roasted garlic sauce, fresh spinach, chicken, mushrooms, mozzarella, and goat cheese, had potential but fell a little flat in the flavor department. While the ingredients were fresh and well-prepared, it just didn’t pack the punch we were hoping for. That said, the crust was excellent, and I’d be eager to try a different pizza on our next visit. The Traditional Lasagna Pasta, on the other hand, was an absolute standout. Layers of marinara, ricotta, mozzarella, mushrooms, onions, and ground beef came together in perfect harmony for a hearty and flavorful dish. Adding garlic bread was the icing on the cake, and I’d easily order this dish again. It’s comforting, classic, and exactly what you’d want from a lasagna. Overall, The Haven Pizzeria is a delightful spot for anyone craving great service and hearty meals. While the pizza didn’t quite hit the mark for us this time, the lasagna and soup more than made up for it. With its welcoming vibe and diverse menu, we’ll definitely be back to explore more of their offerings. If you’re in the Kensington area, this is a spot worth checking out!

Hidden gem in Kensington! One of the best Italian restaurants I’ve been in San Diego. Loved the pizza toscana, feel like every bite I had was better than the last. The best alla vodka with bacon I’ve had in over ten years, couldn’t stop eating it. We sat on the dog friendly patio which has heaters. The service was excellent and food comes out quick. Must go!

We ate the soup and waffle-pressed grilled cheese sandwich so fast we almost didn't remember to take a picture! The New New York pizza was excellent. Also the Pasta Alla Vodka was really good too. Can't wait to come back and try more pizzas!

Delicious vegetarian and vegan options in a lovely atmosphere next door to Mission Brewery. I highly recommend getting an order of their knots with garlic and marinara sauce while sipping on their Chianti which is also very good. Great Happy Hour pricing if you are stretched for cash. My other favorite menu items are their selection of vegan pizzas! The best in San Diego!

Fabulous food! We got two cauliflower pizzas and a salad. The ingredients were fresh and local. Everything tasted homemade. The service was great. Their prices were reasonable. We loved that they can make almost everything on their menu gluten free. They also have tons of vegan and vegetarian options. We'll definitely be back!

I love that you can get free delivery over to Mission Brewery. We were there playing trivia and hungry! We ordered the Righteous Pig pizza which has pesto, prosciutto, goat cheese and arugula. It was super tasty. We also ordered the antipasto salad. I was definitely a fan of both.

Oh my goodness! 5/5 Best pizza I’ve had all year. The righteous pig is the bizzness! Sweet savory and oh so delicious. I can’t wait to try the rest!

Had the Cortez pizza and it was fantastic! The addition of the arugula salad on top added another dimension to the already flavorful pizza. Along with that, we had some sort of Bolognese pasta that was to die for. Great service and a decent drink menu. Check this place out for some wonderful food and service!

The Haven Pizzeria in Kensington continues to impress with its cozy ambiance, friendly staff, and comforting Italian-inspired dishes. This was our second visit, and it’s clear why this spot is a local favorite. From the moment we walked in, the welcoming atmosphere set the tone for a great dining experience. The staff provided excellent service, always checking in with a smile and ensuring we had everything we needed. We started with the Mushroom Soup, and it was absolutely delicious. Creamy, rich, and full of earthy flavors, it was the perfect way to kick off the meal. As a soup lover, I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting. It’s clear that The Haven takes care in crafting each dish, and this soup was no exception. For our main courses, we tried the Popeye Pizza and the Traditional Lasagna Pasta. The pizza, featuring roasted garlic sauce, fresh spinach, chicken, mushrooms, mozzarella, and goat cheese, had potential but fell a little flat in the flavor department. While the ingredients were fresh and well-prepared, it just didn’t pack the punch we were hoping for. That said, the crust was excellent, and I’d be eager to try a different pizza on our next visit. The Traditional Lasagna Pasta, on the other hand, was an absolute standout. Layers of marinara, ricotta, mozzarella, mushrooms, onions, and ground beef came together in perfect harmony for a hearty and flavorful dish. Adding garlic bread was the icing on the cake, and I’d easily order this dish again. It’s comforting, classic, and exactly what you’d want from a lasagna. Overall, The Haven Pizzeria is a delightful spot for anyone craving great service and hearty meals. While the pizza didn’t quite hit the mark for us this time, the lasagna and soup more than made up for it. With its welcoming vibe and diverse menu, we’ll definitely be back to explore more of their offerings. If you’re in the Kensington area, this is a spot worth checking out!

Hidden gem in Kensington! One of the best Italian restaurants I’ve been in San Diego. Loved the pizza toscana, feel like every bite I had was better than the last. The best alla vodka with bacon I’ve had in over ten years, couldn’t stop eating it. We sat on the dog friendly patio which has heaters. The service was excellent and food comes out quick. Must go!

We ate the soup and waffle-pressed grilled cheese sandwich so fast we almost didn't remember to take a picture! The New New York pizza was excellent. Also the Pasta Alla Vodka was really good too. Can't wait to come back and try more pizzas!

Delicious vegetarian and vegan options in a lovely atmosphere next door to Mission Brewery. I highly recommend getting an order of their knots with garlic and marinara sauce while sipping on their Chianti which is also very good. Great Happy Hour pricing if you are stretched for cash. My other favorite menu items are their selection of vegan pizzas! The best in San Diego!

Fabulous food! We got two cauliflower pizzas and a salad. The ingredients were fresh and local. Everything tasted homemade. The service was great. Their prices were reasonable. We loved that they can make almost everything on their menu gluten free. They also have tons of vegan and vegetarian options. We'll definitely be back!

I love that you can get free delivery over to Mission Brewery. We were there playing trivia and hungry! We ordered the Righteous Pig pizza which has pesto, prosciutto, goat cheese and arugula. It was super tasty. We also ordered the antipasto salad. I was definitely a fan of both.

this is a cute little restaurant that is perfect for a casual first date, a catch up with friends, or a place to treat yourself to a dinner and glass of wine. I come here often with my friend who has a gluten and dairy intolerance and they have a whole vegan menu which can be put on a GF crust! I've had a few traditional pizzas and also tried a vegan pizza and was pleasantly surprised on how amazing the vegan one was - I think I liked it more than the diary one! the pizzas are large enough that I usually take home a few slices, which is great because I love leftover pizza. The GF one is a tad smaller and is a perfect size to eat all in one sitting. They offer a happy hour menu with a few bites and discounts on wine, so make sure to get here early to take advantage!

Great experience! I came in here with a couple friends for dinner today. We ordered a couple different pizzas, Brussel sprouts, & different salads. Everyone enjoyed the food & I really liked the vegetarian pizza with brussel sprouts & potato. When I bite into my slice, it was a mix of flavors and tasted so good! The service was great & the servers were attentive with refilling our drinks & checking in on us. The indoor is nice & cozy. They have plenty of decor to fill the walls & had some Christmas decorations up as well. There is a parking lot on the side and also street parking is available & accessible. This place is on a main street and near the freeway so easy to find. We also met the owner who is a lovely & kind lady named Lauren. I recommend this place! 10/10 in food, service, & ambience. If you haven't already, check them out, give it a try!You can go the cute corner place down the street called Kensington Cafe for breakfast/lunch then come here for dinner.

Pizza is very good in fact I was craving it the following day. We ordered from the neighboring Mission Brewing and paired it with a good beer and fun Trivia hosted by DJ HokieNick.

Nice little restaurant, good service and delicious food. I would definitely go back. The tiramisu was amazing.

I love that you can get free delivery over to Mission Brewery. We were there playing trivia and hungry! We ordered the Righteous Pig pizza which has pesto, prosciutto, goat cheese and arugula. It was super tasty. We also ordered the antipasto salad. I was definitely a fan of both.

It has been too long since we were last at The Haven. We love sitting outside but also inside in the when the roll-up door is open. Food was excellent and service was lovely, attentive yet not overbearing. It's a great neighborhood spot.

QUICKIE REVIEW Create your own pizza if you don't want the standard options up front. FOOD This is what I tried: Wild Mushroom Pizza Wedge Salad Waitress recommended the wild mushroom pizza so had to give it a shot. It was good. You can also spruce it up a notch and add protein (or any other topping) if you feel it is a little on the light side. PARKING Nope, street parking. SERVICE Good, waitress gave solid recommendation. PRICE Around $40 for two. TIP/OTHER THOUGHTS Came here around 4pm and got immediate seating. Wasn't long after until the dinner rush came in--it filled up quick. Would recommend coming at 4 or earlier if you are looking to sit down right away.

This is the third time we went to Haven. I have eaten all three vegan pizzas on their menu, I think there may be four but I can't remember. My husband had their vegan meatballs with pasta which is also quite good I stole some bites. This is probably the BEST vegan pizza I've had in San Diego so far and I've had a lot of them. They don't overdo the cheese and give you options for some tasty cheeseless pizza too, you won't miss the cheese I assure you. Nice happy hour with those delicious bread knots I've included here which we ended up taking home to go with the dinner I cooked last night. Nice atmosphere although it was a little chilly in there (this review wa.)s written in January 2024) so next time I will bring a sweater. Mission Brewing was closed but I believe they allow you to bring food from restaurants in there, KBC did. We don't usually come to Kennsington but since it's so close to our YMCA we will make it over once in a while to get some delicious pizza and pasta! Lot's of meat stuff too and more traditional carnivore options, I only am writing about the vegan and vegetarian menu because we don't eat meat. Try their house Chianti with a bowl of their pasta and their knots. Nice pairing and quite delicious!

The service is amazing and Mallory our server is so nice! Love this spot in Kensington! The pizza is so good! lLisa the manager, hooked us up with some great food for the Mission Haven Matchup UYE yesterday, so after the event was over we went to Haven and tried the shrimp. Sitting outside on there patio was fun with our dog.

From the food to the service, this place has gotten better and better over the years! Every staff member is always on their game and making sure we get a great lunch/dinner. Our favorite waitress is Chelsea!! Always top notch!! Give this place a try!

TL;DR: Good pizza, thicker-than-preferred crust (although very light), meh wine, modern decor, good service Order: - Righteous Pig pie (MVP 4/5): the combination of flavors provided by the specialty toppings were delicious and worth coming back for. The crust, although soft and light, was too thick for our liking and filled us up pretty quickly even avoiding the ends - Wild Mushroom (2/5): while truffle oil usually overpowers all other flavors, the pie we got was very underwhelming. The mushrooms seemed to be all the same (not a 'mix' as the menu stated) and even the truffle flavor seemed lacking. We ended up boxing it, taking it home, and adding our own mushrooms, egg, and truffle oil to spice it up - would recommend Wine: Chianti tasted alright but definitely not getting again Staff and service were welcoming and quick - no complaints :) Overall, I'll be back because it seems we hit one and missed one on the Haven's creations and because it's so close to home Cheers, Haven!

Phenomenal pizzas and pastas here! Cute spot and friendly staff. I really love their honey pie pizza and the alla vodka pasta. There's really yummy options for all and vegan options as well.

Visit this establishment as soon as you can!! The pizza is amazing and the pepperoni tastes so fresh! The owner is delightful and personable. I have some dietary restrictions that they always accommodate.

Awesome pizza spot! They had a verity of vegan options. Pasta was fresh and hot and they even have kids size cheese pizza. Bathroom were nice and clean. The garlic bread is to die for. Will definitely be coming back to try the rest of their menu.

We LOVE The Haven! Food is delicious, but most importantly the staff is amazing! Attentive, friendly, customer-service oriented...the best! Cute, clean, friendly. Amazing!

Good food but crappy job verifying delivery order. Nice salad but it isn't quite the same without dressing. Cmon folks. It's just not that freaking hard to verify that a salad comes with dressing

Absolute terrible service, though that's not the fault of the wait staff, they need more staff to cover tables as it felt like many of the servers felt overwhelmed. People standing in random corners is also an issue, there needs to be a designated spot for waiting for pickup away from patrons as it ruins the ambiance. I will not be coming back

Just had my birthday party on Sunday. Everything was wonderful! The staff was very friendly and accommodating for our large group. Thank you for making my birthday so special!

This IS quality pizza! The created pies from Haven are great. We had the Righteous Pig and The Biz. Both were thin crust with quality dough that made want to even eat the crust. The balsamic glaze reduction that went on the Righteous Pig was incredible and a great addition to an already tasty pizza. We have been looking for a good pizza place in San Diego and this will now be a family favorite. We took it to go and therefore didn't experience any of the service or ambiance.

Hi Lauren, Thank you for responding to my email. I appreciate you speaking with the kitchen staff regarding the salad. I look forward to eating at your establishment again soon. Cindy

Amazing New Year's Eve! Took my 90 year young neighbor to dinner and we had the most incredible pizza and beer to close out the year! Our server was Mallory a recent hire to this wonderful place we stared with some amazing appetizers the Brussel sprouts were recommended by our server and she paired the best beer for the pizza. The sausage is flown in and was out so this world. We will return because Mallory was fantastic and a great server!

Friday night out for family dinner. We had brussel sprouts with bacon, buffalo chicken pizza and vegan meatballs with spaghetti. The service was great , our server was warm and welcoming. It's a family friendly place, good for groups, or a date place. Would definitely recommend for pizza and pastas. Cute place that I like to check out from time to time.

Good food. Nice outdoor dining. Lots of menu options. Mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

There is much more to this place than just pizza, even though the pizza is thin crust and truly delicious. The other items I have tried, such as the marinated shrimp skewers were wonderful. Large, tender shrimp. and they also will serve pizza to Mision Brewery next door! That's a win-win.. Highly recommend this place.

Went in on a weekday evening and ordered some of the Traditional Bruschetta and a Popeye pizza. The food was average, wasn't super hot when it came out and honestly was a bit soggy. The best part about our meal was the chicken that came on the pizza, super tender and seasoned well. The service wasn't great. Even though our server was nice, It took them 15 mins to even acknowledge us, we didn't get water refills even though asked throughout the whole meal, they forgot one of our side dishes, it was just not the best experience. It's just another average pizzeria, nothing special. Food: 3.5/5 Service: 3/5 Ambiance: 3/5

Because the people running The Haven are so nice, I promised myself that when I reviewed the place, before I talked about the food, I'd say something positive, so here goes: When you tire of having your dignity assaulted and appetite denied by the staff and kitchen at Cucina Sorella, you won't have to travel far to find a meal; you can walk next door to The Haven. There it is. And now comes the hard part: While it's easy to write about good or bad food, I'm not sure where to look for new ways to say "mundane." The Haven's menu is straightforward. Pizza, pasta, some salads and a bunch of vegan stuff form the bulk of the restaurant's offerings, but though the list resembles that of a Roman pizzeria, nothing I've eaten at The Haven - indeed, nothing I saw on other diners' tables - bore any reasonable resemblance to anything I've had in Italy. You may protest, "But we're not IN Italy!" and that's fair, and it brings me to my second point: There is such a thing as California-Italian cooking, pioneered by Jonathan Waxman and served in his Manhattan restaurant, Barbuto, and though The Haven's menu strikes me as a sorta-kinda version of that cuisine, it's much less Barbuto and much more California Pizza Kitchen, delivering every disappointment that the comparison implies. For instance: Depending on the type of pie and where it's made, a pizza's crust and cornicione should be brown-to-charred, maybe crispy, and it should taste to some degree of tangy fermentation. The pies at The Haven have none of those distinguishing features; the five I've tasted rested on what were essentially Kaiser rolls stretched into discs, then baked at a low temperature. Toppings were generally of good quality but were provided sparingly, as though to show off... I don't know what, exactly... the bread below? As for The Haven's pasta: Sauce should be the star of any pasta dish, and, at least for the dishes The Haven sells, the pasta should be turned in its sauce so as to coat and cover it. But at The Haven, most pasta plates were loaded with various shapes, then lightly topped with one sauce or another, as though the kitchen was concerned about running out before service ended. This, it seems to me, is a very efficient and thrifty way to serve insipid food. I have no experience of The Haven's salad, nor of its gluten-free or vegan things, but the menu seems proud of them, so I'll just say that if The Haven is primarily intended as a home for such preparations, its signage should plainly say so, in order to save the time and effort of people who might have come there for a substantial meal. Overall, The Haven is a perfectly nice place, staffed by perfectly nice people, but its pizzas and pasta dishes suffer by comparison to most San Diego restaurants serving similar dishes. That's really saying something, given the dismal state of Italian cooking in "America's Finest City." On the other hand, it isn't Cucina Sorella. ********** Cucina Sorella: https://bit.ly/3TzITDW

"Best pizza place in San Diego." Probably something people would trade punches over, but, no joke, Best pizza place in San Diego. They've got a good selection/variety of pizza's, like a lot of places. But, they do pizza better. Far better. As in, all my life someone told me a lie about how a pizza was supposed to be. How so? Crust, not thin, not thick, not doughy, not like day old bread. Crust was perfect. Ingredients - great slices of prosciutto that were thinly cut, but not overcooked. Seriously, some places put prosciutto on a pizza and then bake it a 3 trillion degrees, leaving you with something that was prosciutto. Not at Haven. Cheese. The right amount of cheese. Listen, I don't want to have an oil spill at the bottom of my plate when I have a pizza. I don't want to look a lake of oily cheese leftovers. Goat cheese perfectly blended in to get the flavor but not so much that you're overwhelmed. Walnut pesto to wrap it all into one nice circle of happiness. AND THEY CUT IT AND IT CAME APART IN THE MIDDLE AS SLICED. Because no one likes to feel robbed when part of thier pieces is attached to another slice because the pizza couldn't be cut. Conversely, no one likes to look like a thief for having one slice plus 1/3 of another because the pizza couldn't be cut. Hazen's cuts even, smooth and clean. It's a sign of perfection, really. Great service, quiet relaxed atmosphere. They've got the roll up doors so you can people watch too. Service is great, there when you need them and magically doing other pizza things when you don't. Best pizza place in San Diego - I'm saying it.

The Haven offers excellent Gluten Free & Dairy Free options - a rare combination for a pizza place. The flavors are well-crafted, and the kitchen will really work with you to accommodate your dietary needs. My wife is GF / DF against her best wishes so it's really great to find a quality pizza restaurant that can satisfy the whole family. Definitely recommend.

Came here for a business lunch last week and it was great! The service was very friendly and accommodating and the food was delicious. Standouts included the Wild Mushroom pizza and the Caprese salad. I'd love to try some of their appetizers and vegan offerings next time.

We've visited Haven countless times since moving to the area years ago. The food, service and quality are consistent. The dining in experience is also nice. Large open air roll up door in front. Small sidewalk seating area. Even when crowded it feels spread out and too close. Good selection of largely local beers and adult beverages. We have a lot of good options for pizza nearby. Haven included.

The service has really gotten bad over the last few years. The last time I eat there I was seated and ordered a half hour before they closed. Then at exactly closing time they began cleaning up and made it a point to make a lot of noise. The worst part was when my date had asked for another drink the waitress rudely said the bar was closed and sat back in the kitchen till we left. Fortunately the other waitress was more professional, but this will be the last time I spend any money at the Haven.

Let's start by saying that this would have been a 4 or 5 star review if the service had been better. We went in around 5pm on a Tuesday. Waited more than a few minutes to be seated, as well as for someone to come help us. We sat outside, our dog had accompanied us. The server never offered any water for the dog (most places in Kensington do, happily), she didn't listen to our drink order and we had to ask her for a wine bucket, it was a pretty warm summer evening. I also do not believe she ever came back to see how our food was. The food is definitely 4 or 5 stars! We ordered the Haven Twists, which were amazing, warm, soft yet crunchy and the honey and garlic sauces rocked. We both ordered salads, they come in small or large orders, we got the larges. Ingredients were all very fresh, the flavors of the ingredients all went well with each other and the amounts were almost too much.

I would highly recommend them.. they have the best vegan pizza, vegan meatballs and breadsticks!

First time at this place and absolutely loved it. The service was amazing. They had great music playing in the background. I had The Righteous Pig pizza and it was amazing. Highly recommend this place.

My wife and I have been going to Ken Café and their sister restaurant, The Haven Pizzeria, for years. Their delicious food, kind staff, and involvement in the Kensington community is what makes Ken Café our go-to brunch spot and Haven our favorite lunch or dinner date location. When we got engaged we wanted to have a low key legal ceremony with family and a small cocktail-style reception with family and friends. It was important to us that we stay in the neighborhood and that we choose a location for the reception that meant a lot to us as a couple. When we reached out to Lauren and Lisa to see whether hosting the reception at Haven could be an option, we were met with the excitement of two close friends. At our first meeting, Lauren and Lisa closely listened to our vision, asked great questions, and walked us through the steps of hosting an event with them. We already had a good feeling going into the meeting, but by the end, we knew that this was exactly what we wanted. To accommodate the size of our group (that grew to 80 attendees!), we decided to hold the reception after hours at Ken Café and to cater food from Haven. Lisa graciously offered to create an assortment of decorations, including crafting beautiful floral and light centerpieces. Lisa also patiently walked us through a thorough tasting of appetizers, salad, pizza, pasta, and dessert, ensuring we could work around the many food allergies found within our attending party. Lauren, Lisa, and the Haven/Ken Café team absolutely went above and beyond! When we arrived on the evening of the reception, we were awestruck to see how all of the thoughtful ideas came together to create the perfect night. Every one of our guests raved about the food, drinks, decorations, and staff. Parker, Chelsea, Meg, and Rocky who worked the event are the textbook definition of "dream team." The entire team somehow elevated an already perfect day. Everything was flawlessly set up. We had a mix of the café indoor and outdoor tables with chairs as well as high top tables. Lisa ensured that the sound system was ready for our reception playlist. Parker tracked down scotch tape to surreptitiously tape down a few outdoor signs to keep them from blowing away in the breeze. Chelsea and Meg even checked in with me and my wife throughout the night to see if we needed drink refills! And Meg did a spectacular job creating fresh flower arrangements. We are so thrilled that we had Lauren and Lisa to work with in the lead up to the event and that we had Lisa, Meg, Chelsea, Parker, and Rocky to create a seamless party. We had heard that the wedding day can be a hectic, crazy blur of a day. But this was not the case at all. The Ken Café/Haven team made everything easy, affordable, and a TON of fun. There are not enough stars in a review to accurately illustrate just how incredible this team is. They put so much care into coordinating and hosting our event. We cannot thank them enough!

We ate there Jan 2, 2025. I had the mushroom and onion pizza; hardly any mushroom or cheese on it! The mushroom topping was tiny minced and hardly equaled a level tablespoon. The spinach walnut salad had at most one crumbled walnut in it. I also asked for my 1/3 glass of tea to go and that's what I got...I am used to a full glass to go at all the places at which I have eaten across this country. Husbands chicken alfredo had no sauce... only evoo and sprinkle of Parmesan melted in it. Overall, this is a disappointing, stingy place to eat. Pleasant waitress tho had no plate to eat pizza from.. I finally set it on my little salad plate. I finally got her attention and then got a plate. Place possibly understaffed at 3:30 pm. tho was getting busy.

Always a good spot to go to for pizza. A very chill spot on Adams Ave. The servers always nice and attentive. Pizza is nothing to brag about but it's good. There is a parking lot right next door and another parking lot across the street.

Service was great. Loved the meatballs. Cocktail was not so tasty. I'll order something else next time. We got there a few minutes before 5 and found a parking spot right next door. That's a huge plus as it's not easy to park in Kensington!

The pizza is authentic New York style pizza. It was delicious! Perfectly crunchy crust, excellent sauce, flavorful, and good value. Customer service was on point, kind and professional. We are new to the West Coast and are extremely glad we found this place.

I absolutely LOVE this place. The staff is great, the pizza is amazing. I am gluten free and incredibly sensitive to it. They handle my cauliflower pizza with care. So far the Spicy Hawaiian pizza is my favorite, The Spud second favorite. Ive heard people raving about the pasta, I have yet to try. It's casual but still nice.

Moved into Kensington and it wasn't until my vegetarian son ordered from here that I fell in love with this restaurant. I pretty much order from here eat at home since I live in the neighborhood. But never disappointed. Love the truffle pizza, the honey pie pizza (taste like dessert) love the Brussels.

I chose the Haven Pizzeria to cater an important work luncheon for me and I'm so glad I did! I initially called and spoke with Lisa and she was FANTASTIC! I've used another restaurant for my work events - for years- but wanted to try something new and fun. What could be more fun than gourmet pizza - right? I'm very picky about the food I order for my events and need it to run smoothly. Lisa made that happen. She suggested ideas, explained their menu and within minutes - we had a plan in place! Everything went off without a hitch and my attendees absolutely loved the luncheon! We ordered various pizzas and salads and the chocolate panna cotta is out of this world. I will definitely be using Haven again and can't thank Lisa enough for her assistance!

Wonderful neighborhood staple! Their service is attentive whether dine in or takeout. Their patio seating is quiet while in the midst of being on the main drag. We had the brussel sprouts (without bacon), and they were the perfect balance of soft and crunch. Liked the twist of blue cheese, haven't experienced that before. We had fun building our own pizza and loved the garlic sauce (SO good!) with drizzle of spice sauce (not to spice), mixed onions (great addition!). It was just good! Drinks: bottle of their Chardonnay from South Africa--- YES! Last bit of summer sipped in a white wine. He had the burgeon IPA (not west coast style, very light and mild, easy to drink). Thank you to Chelsea, our server, who kept us happy and relaxed and felt so welcomed throughout the night.

The Haven Pizzeria in the trendy University Heights area of San Diego is aptly named. I went for pizza. I wasn't expecting gourmet, but that's what I got! It took a bit long for our orders to be served but it's understandable, this is not "fast food". We ordered three gluten-free veggie pizzas. I was sceptical about gluten-free pizza, would the crust taste like the crust I was used to? Would it taste gluten-free? The crust was tasty: light, doughy, soft, the perfect base to the pizzas. The spinache, red onion, mushroom, white sauce pizza had a bit of sharpness to it, each bite cheesy and savory. The New York style pizza "meatballs" grounded the pizza. It had the same white sauce, as well as flavorful roasted bell pepper slices, and was also delicious! I didn't like the third pizza, topped with potatoe and broccoli, as much as the other two. The cream-cheese -like sauce was overpowering, the toppings, broccoli and potatoe pieces a bit simple. The other two pizzas were excellent, exceptional pizza!!

It's good. I like it. Number one. Eat it. Tasty bites. Trying to 85 characters here....

We walked in to a sign that says wait to be seated. So as considerate patrons, we waited. As we waited, we noticed they have some Farmhouse decor - which could be cute. A server eventually came up to us and said to sit wherever. He seemed kind of annoyed, but maybe we're just overthinking this. Ordered two pizzas - one vegan, one non-vegan. Vegan cheese was gummy, iykyk. Crust had a good consistency, not too thin. The spicy pizza sauce was not spicy. The non-vegan cheese (mozzarella) had a good pull, appreciate that. I was not a fan of the tomato slices. They were huge, pulled off easily, and made things watery. Overall, didn't get a hint of salt or pepper, but luckily they provide them at the table. It was really nice that they had a whole section in their menu for specific vegan options, though. If we could do half stars, we'd give them a 2.5.

always a great experience! we've had a lot of different dishes here. had the gluten free pizza tonight and it was delicious. they have good happy hours deals and weeknight deals as well! it's never very busy so service is quick and attentive!

We moved to the neighborhood just about a year ago and have come to the Haven countless times now. Their pizza and service is always spectacular! Our favorites are the Biz and the Cortez pizza. If you come during the summer you HAVE to try the watermelon salad! We can't get enough of their pizza and will continue to come here all the time!

We wanted pizza and did a search for whatever was in the area. I always wanted to try this place and thought we should give it a try. It was a late Sat afternoon and it wasn't busy at all. We got seated right away. We ordered the Haven twists with roasted garlic and pizza sauces (you get a choice of two) and the rest of our food. The twists were yummy! They were soft, hot, and fresh! By the time, we were done with the twists, we just sitting there and after a while, we were starting to wonder why it was taking so long. The manager came over and apologize as there paper got jammed and will have our food out ASAP. While we waited, we were offered another plate of twists. She was very apologetic and kept on checking in on us. The rest of the food came out. We got the following: Create your own pizza- My daughter asked pepperoni, bacon, and basil. She loved it! Fresh, simple ingredients. She asked to take the leftover home. Note, the following day I put it in the air fryer, and they remain crispy and still good. Watermelon Arugula Salad- It was very refreshing and light. The balsamic vinaigrette wasn't too strong. Let's just say I finished the plate :) Spaghetti with meatball- My husband loved the marinara sauce but thought the meatball were a little bit salty. I tasted a piece and it could've used a little bit more flavor. Overall it wasn't bad. I would've to say the service was good. Again, the manager was very apologetic and the server kept on checking in with us as well. We didn't really think of anything about it. We got two comp plates of twists which made up for it :) We will be back.