How does TastyPals choose the best takeout restaurants in Los Angeles?

We evaluate takeout restaurants in Los Angeles on food quality, room tone, price, and whether the experience holds up for real dining plans — not just the places with the most Google reviews. This list is anchored by DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana alongside PIZZANISTA! DTLA Arts District and Pizzeria Mozza, chosen through editorial review and cross-referenced against neighbourhood context and guest ratings. Read our full methodology at tastypals.com/methodology.

GuideUpdated July 15, 2026

3 Best takeout Restaurants in Los Angeles

Q: What are the best takeout restaurants in Los Angeles?

DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana is our top pick in Los Angeles. DeSano Pizza Bakery has built its reputation in West Hollywood on a straightforward premise: Neapolitan wood-fired pizza executed with enough fidelity that the Italian reference point holds up rather than serving as mere marketing. The format centers on long-fermented dough — a process diners and observers consistently credit with producing flavor complexity rather than simply providing structure — paired with a wood-fired oven reportedly run at the temperatures the style demands. Toppings across the menu are edited rather than maximalist, which is the correct instinct for a tradition that collapses quickly under excess weight. The Margherita is the benchmark order here, the pie that reveals whether the fundamentals are sound before anything else is considered. Beyond the Margherita, the menu offers a seasonal topping pie that rotates the kitchen's available combinations, and the wood-fired Neapolitan pie in its core form — both worth ordering at the same table so the group can assess range rather than committing to a single configuration. The pies are sized for sharing rather than individual consumption, which means two or three between a group of four is the practical approach. The house salad rounds out the order as a counterpoint to the richness of the cheese, and by most accounts the kitchen moves orders at a pace that supports a longer, relaxed evening without the table sitting idle. For a Los Angeles group dinner where the priority is quality without the formality — or the cheque — of a dedicated sit-down room, DeSano's price point makes the decision relatively uncomplicated. Walk-ins are reported to work for smaller groups on weeknights; for larger parties or weekend evenings, a reservation is the more reliable approach. Other strong options include PIZZANISTA! DTLA Arts District and Pizzeria Mozza.

The best 3 restaurants for takeout in Los Angeles — curated by TastyPals editors.

The best takeout restaurants in Los Angeles are DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana, PIZZANISTA! DTLA Arts District, Pizzeria Mozza. Start with DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana if you want the strongest overall first pick.

By Carlos Mendez•3 ranked picks•Published July 15, 2026•Updated July 15, 2026

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3 Best takeout Restaurants in Los Angeles

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#1DeSano Pizzeria NapoletanaPizza • West Hollywood • value #2PIZZANISTA! DTLA Arts DistrictPizza • Los Angeles • value #3Pizzeria MozzaPizza • Los Angeles • value

Who this guide is for

This guide covers the highest-rated restaurants for takeout in Los Angeles, sorted by Google rating and editorial judgment. Picks span West Hollywood and Los Angeles.

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DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana

Pizza • West Hollywood

DeSano Pizza Bakery has built its reputation in West Hollywood on a straightforward premise: Neapolitan wood-fired pizza executed with enough fidelity that the Italian reference point holds up rath…

PIZZANISTA! DTLA Arts District

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PIZZANISTA! DTLA Arts District is a sensible pizza call in Los Angeles when you want something that usually lands well.

Pizzeria Mozza

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Pizzeria Mozza is a pizza restaurant in Los Angeles that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

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Author: Carlos Mendez

Published: July 15, 2026

Last updated: July 15, 2026

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DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana

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How we chose

We looked for restaurants that feel like a strong fit for the guide topic, not just the most obvious names in the city. The shortlist favors rooms with clear mood, dependable pacing, and enough distinction to help someone decide faster. Read our full methodology →

Room tone

Lighting, pace, and general energy all need to support the reason someone clicked this guide.

Food fit

We favored restaurants that feel best suited for the moment, not just restaurants with broad reputation.

Useful range

The final list tries to give readers enough variation in neighborhood, price, and style to compare real options.

3 ranked picks

DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana — DeSano Pizza Bakery has built its reputation in West Hollywood on a straightforward premise: Neapolitan wood-fired pizza executed with enough fidelity that the Italian reference point holds up rather than serving as mere marketing. The format centers on long-fermented dough — a process diners and observers consistently credit with producing flavor complexity rather than simply providing structure — paired with a wood-fired oven reportedly run at the temperatures the style demands. Toppings across the menu are edited rather than maximalist, which is the correct instinct for a tradition that collapses quickly under excess weight. The Margherita is the benchmark order here, the pie that reveals whether the fundamentals are sound before anything else is considered. Beyond the Margherita, the menu offers a seasonal topping pie that rotates the kitchen's available combinations, and the wood-fired Neapolitan pie in its core form — both worth ordering at the same table so the group can assess range rather than committing to a single configuration. The pies are sized for sharing rather than individual consumption, which means two or three between a group of four is the practical approach. The house salad rounds out the order as a counterpoint to the richness of the cheese, and by most accounts the kitchen moves orders at a pace that supports a longer, relaxed evening without the table sitting idle. For a Los Angeles group dinner where the priority is quality without the formality — or the cheque — of a dedicated sit-down room, DeSano's price point makes the decision relatively uncomplicated. Walk-ins are reported to work for smaller groups on weeknights; for larger parties or weekend evenings, a reservation is the more reliable approach. View restaurant →

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PIZZANISTA! DTLA Arts District

PIZZANISTA! DTLA Arts District is a sensible pizza call in Los Angeles when you want something that usually lands well.

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Pizzeria Mozza

Pizzeria Mozza is a pizza restaurant in Los Angeles that is worth opening when you want a clearer read on the menu and the room.

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