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Best Pizza in Merced

From scratch. Every single time.
Welcome to Little Oven Pizza

Welcome to Little Oven Pizza

Little Oven Pizza brings authentic New York-style pizza to the heart of Merced. Our pies are hand-built and baked the way they should be: thin, foldable slices with a crisp, chewy crust and simple, quality toppings. Stop by 433 W Main St for a casual meal of real New York-style pizza and comforting Italian-inspired favorites. Whether you're grabbing a quick slice or sharing a whole pie with family, we're ready to make your visit a great one.
Anything that can be made from scratch, is

Anything that can be made from scratch, is

Original dough recipe, hand-tossed to order. Housemade sausage, house sauce, ingredients sourced from the Central Valley.
Made in-house: chili oil & vinaigrette

Made in-house: chili oil & vinaigrette

The scratch-made details are what set us apart. Our homemade chili oil brings a slow, warming heat you can drizzle over any slice, and our house vinaigrette pulls every salad together with a bright, fresh finish. Both are made in-house, never bought in a bottle.

Build Your Pizza | $21–$25 + Toppings & Tax

  • Choose Your Base

    Included

    Red sauce, three cheese base, or tomato (vegan)

  • $1 Toppings

    Each

    Fresh garlic, fresh jalapeño

  • $2 Toppings

    Each

    Mushroom, roasted pepper, caramelized onion, black olive, house-pickled jalapeño, ricotta, fresh basil, sun dried tomatoes, roasted garlic, scamorza, pepperoncini, pineapple, dates

  • $3 Toppings

    Each

    Fresh mozzarella, bacon, pepperoni, housemade sausage, salame, anchovy, cupping pepperoni, canadian bacon

  • Keep It Balanced

    Keep It Balanced

    Our recommendation

    Limit your pie to six toppings for the best bake and flavor. We recommend four toppings or less if there's a lot of moisture.

Meat Specials | $30 + Tax

  • Bandito

    Sweet, savory, and spicy

    Three cheese base with salame, roasted garlic, dates, and fresh jalapeños.

  • Bee Thousand

    A Little Oven favorite

    Tomato sauce with salami, fresh mozzarella, honey, chile oil, and oregano

  • Combo Breaker

    A classic combination

    Red sauce with pepperoni, housemade sausage, and red onion.

  • Rucola

    Fresh and savory

    Three cheese base with bacon, arugula, honey vinaigrette, and SJ Gold.

  • Lil Phatty

    Rich and cheesy

    Three cheese base with bacon, red onion, and aged cheddar.

  • Smokey Joe

    Smokey with a kick

    Red sauce with bacon, scamorza, and fresh jalapeño.

  • Smokey Dave

    Red sauce with Canadian bacon, scamorza, and fresh jalapeño.

  • Smokey Jones

    Red sauce with pepperoni, scamorza, and fresh jalapeño.

  • Sun King

    Three cheese base with salami, sun dried tomatoes, roasted garlic, and ricotta.

  • Manco

    Red sauce with bacon, roasted mushrooms, and fresh mozzarella.

  • Luau

    Red sauce with Canadian bacon, red onion, and pineapple.

  • Kona

    Red sauce with pepperoni, fresh jalapeño, and pineapple.

  • Top Notch

    Red sauce with cupping pepperoni, pineapple, mango habanero sauce, and ranch drizzle.

  • Knockout

    Red sauce with cupping pepperoni, red onion, ricotta, and basil.

  • Pep Talk

    Red sauce with pepperoni, cupping pepperoni, and pepperoncini.

  • Big Phatty

    Red sauce with bacon, red onion, fresh mozzarella, and aged cheddar.

Veggie Specials | $30 + Tax

  • Angry Joe

    Bold and spicy

    Red sauce with fresh mozzarella, house-pickled jalapeño, and SJ Gold.

  • Brooklyn's Best

    Simple and creamy

    Three cheese base with caramelized onion and ricotta.

  • DiFara

    A classic margherita style

    Red sauce with fresh mozzarella, basil, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh parmesan.

  • Baja

    Sweet and spicy

    Red sauce with fresh jalapeños, red onions, and pineapple.

  • Sunset

    Bright and tangy

    Three cheese base with sun-dried tomatoes, fresh garlic, ricotta, and balsamic glaze.

  • The Grove

    Garden-loaded

    Red sauce with red onions, roasted peppers, ricotta, and roasted mushrooms.

  • Phoenix

    Nutty and unique

    Three cheese base with pistachio, red onion, and fresh parmesan.

  • Rita

    Tomato sauce with fresh mozzarella, basil, extra virgin olive oil, and fresh parmesan.

Looking for Another Special?

Looking for Another Special?

Ask about today's pies. Our specials can change at any time. Call us to see what is available today.
Order Online, Made Simple

Order Online, Made Simple

Order online from Little Oven Pizza and enjoy your favorite pizza without waiting in line. Browse the menu, choose your favorites, and place your order with ease for a convenient meal at home or on the go. Make your next pizza night simple by ordering online from Little Oven Pizza today.
The specials change. The standards don't.

The specials change. The standards don't.

Rotating specialty pies — Bee 1000, Forager, Phoenix, Brooklyn's Best — alongside the classics. Check Instagram for today's slice.
Ranked among the top 30 pizzerias

Ranked among the top 30 pizzerias

A reviewer placed Little Oven at 8.2 alongside Tony's Pizza Napoletana in San Francisco — right here in downtown Merced.
Catering Made Easy for Every Gathering

Catering Made Easy for Every Gathering

Make your next gathering simple with catering from Little Oven Pizza, featuring pizza favorites that are easy to share with family, friends, or coworkers. Whether you're planning a party, office lunch, or special event, catering can help make serving your guests convenient and stress-free. Contact Little Oven Pizza to discuss your catering needs and plan an order that fits your occasion.

Little Oven has the best pizza around, even New Yorkers & other Eastcoasters commend this pizza. It's honestly my local go to. My little local addiction & comfort food. Little Oven Pizza is conveniently located in the heart of Merced. The staff is awesome. ❤️

Jessica H.

Delicious one of a kind pizza! If you're craving a flavorful pizza that's not from a "chain" then I'd highly recommend Little Oven Pizza. Hot and fresh, made to order.

Cheyenne N.

Outstanding New York style pizza joint. The crust is thin, crispy, and flavorful. They use quality toppings on all their pizzas. And it's only about $4 a slice. I will absolutely be returning soon.

Mark B.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are you known for?

We are known for Fast Food

What meals do you serve?

We serve Lunch and Dinner

Do you offer delivery or takeout?

Yes, we offer Delivery and Takeout

Where are you located?

We are located in Merced, CA at 433 W Main St

What areas do you serve?

We serve the following areas: Merced, Franklin, Fergus, Bear Creek, Kadota, University of California-Merced, McSwain, Tuttle, Buhach, Lingard, Atwater, Castle Gardens, Fluhr, Calpack, Planada, Winton, The Grove, Athlone, Amsterdam, and Plainsburg.

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