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Beach Day Pizza in Newport: Pickup Tips From a Local Kitchen

October 4, 2026 · The Pizza Bakery, Newport Beach

Short answer: For a beach day, order online for pickup on Westcliff Dr, choose sturdy pies like the Margherita or cheese, and wrap the boxes in a towel to keep them warm for 30–45 minutes.

Few things beat a slice with your toes in the sand. Whether you’re headed to Corona del Mar State Beach, the Wedge, Newport Pier or Balboa, a little planning keeps your pizza warm and sand-free.

Pick pies that travel well

  • Cheese, pepperoni and Margherita hold up best. Light toppings stay crisp.
  • Skip heavy, saucy pies if it’s a long walk from the car.
  • Garlic knots are the perfect beach food. No plates needed. Here’s why people love them.
  • Salads travel great. Ask for dressing on the side.

Time your pickup

Order online and pick it up on your way to the beach. We’re on Westcliff Drive, so most Newport beaches are a short drive away. Need lunch on a budget? Our lunch specials start at $6.75 including tax and a drink.

The towel trick

  1. Keep the boxes flat on the car floor, not the seat.
  2. Wrap the stack in a beach towel. It holds heat for 30–45 minutes.
  3. Open one box at a time on the sand, lid toward the wind.

Feeding a beach crowd?

Birthday at the beach, surf team, or a family reunion? Use the pizza party calculator to get the count right, then build a catering order for pickup.

Hungry yet?

Order pickup or delivery in a minute, or get an instant catering quote for your group.