The Red Pepper Gourmet Pizza and Pasta — Restaurant in The Entrance

Staying on the Central Coast for the long weekend, we didn't really have plans for dinner, but we had three hungry/cranky kids! We spotted this hidden gem and decided to give it a try. So glad we chose this pizzeria! From the moment we arrived we were greeted by smiling, helpful staff who were patient with us while we chose what to order. They were extremely busy but took the time to acknowledge our kids and help us decide. Despite how busy they were, our garlic and cheese pizza (entreè) came out surprisingly fast. It was hot and delicious! We ordered a small and we all had our eye on the last piece. Would have ordered a large if we had known how good it was going to taste! Shortly after, our two large pizzas arrived and they were fantastic! Plenty of toppings, perfect crust and so tasty. We had also ordered a penne carbonara for our youngest which was actually such a generous portion, we all ended up eating it too. It was rich and creamy, and cooked to perfection. At this point, I was full but couldn't stop picking at the penne because it was seriously delicious. The owner George came out to check on us when it quietened down a little, and we ended up chatting for ages. He is a true gentleman and you can hear the passion in his voice when he talks about his restaurant and his menu. I especially liked that it was pram/wheelchair accessible and that there was plenty of parking right across the street, plus bathroom facilities across the street too. Our family spends a lot of time on the Central Coast, but I'm kicking myself that I've only JUST discovered this well-kept secret. We will definitely be back again and again! Everything exceeded our expectations and we can't wait to visit again soon (to try the wings and ribs, and taste that carbonara again) Highly recommend trying this place if you're looking for amazing fresh, hot pizza and pasta served by the friendliest bunch of locals. Do yourself a massive favour and give it a go. You won't be...

We attended on Thursday afternoon for a Birthday dinner without prior booking.

Staff were accommodating with plenty of tables available inside and outside.

Tables and chairs were comfortable and adequately spaced. Table service was to a high standard never left feeling unwanted or forgotten.

Food was reasonable priced as what is expected at a gourmet Pizza restaurant. ($20-$25)

Our entrees arrived in a timely fashion and were of good portion size (We ordered the wings)

The pizzas we ordered for the mains arrived shortly after and were loaded with your desired topping. Definitely pay a little bit extra for the large you will not be disappointed.

Between four persons we ordered four pizzas and still had atleast 1/3 to take home with us. Staff were happy to provide pizza boxes for our remaining left overs.

Only downfall being due to recent council projects waterviews are no longer available from this restauent, however this should not dissuade you from trying this terrific...

If you want DIRTY Cutlery with red sauce from the last patrons dinner and floating bits in your drink cups, then this place is for you. We sent the knives back because they were just filthy, the forks weren't too bad , but we gave them a wash our selves anyway. The waiter offered to replace them which was nice, but We didn't want to have to clean the new batch. The Pasta was horrendous. We were starving and still couldn't eat them. The white sauce wasn't even cooked and tasted like milk poured on spaghetti and microwaved for a minute or do. The Pizza though was great, one of the best Ive had,compliments to the Pizza Chef. The waiters were also very friendly and professional. Wont go back, even for the Pizza as dirty cutlery translates to a dirty Kitchen in my opinion. I wish I took some photos of the Spaghetti, you guys would have had a...