Mark & Monica's Family Pizza — Restaurant in California

As a Fair Oaks born resident I pretty much grew up with Mark & Monica's Pizza. It is located on Manzanita Blvd across from Crestview Shopping Centet ( who remembers Baskin Robbins, Lucky's Grocery, the Cake & candy shop, Crestview Cinema where admission was only a dollar, the Chinese Buffett, gameroom & more)? LOL..I guess you can pretty much say that I am a "professional" when it comes to the value of the Restaurants recommendations! First step..walk in & smell the mouth watering aroma & view the great inside..Large Screen TV, arcade, full bar, party & event rooms, seating, ect...secondly meet the awesome employees as they greet yo with a smile always ready & prepared to offer & recommend items. Thirdly..gawk at the awesome huge menu & attempt to all agree what to order..pizza...sandwiches..pasta...chicken wings, jalapeno poppers, potato skins, breadsticks, salad or salad bar..then comes the drinks!!?.. Water, sodas, beers, wine, spirits (if it's NOT on the menu just ask & describe what you like & want..they will try & most likely succeed & above to make it your way). Then choose a place to eat. And enjoy. If kids get rowdy (they usually do) there is a arcade with various fun games & things to preoccupy them for a while. And there is a large screen tv to watch. And while the kids are at play enjoy a drink or 2 from the bar..don't you deserve it? ( drink wisely & always designate a driver). So my reccomendation? Try everything. I order a thick crust pizza half signature sauce half garlic white sauce or maybe pesto or maybe greek? Then all the toppings..cheese, pepperoni, sausage, canadian bacon, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers, mushrooms, olives, spinach, artichoke, & don't forget the pineapple & even more Extra extra cheese ( 1 can never have enough cheese & no I am NOT a mouse! Served with hot melted butter & ranch dressing for dipping! A huge gigantic yum!! I know you'll quickly become a regular. And dont forget dessert!! Better than moms apple pie..a pizza topped with cinnamon apple strudel drizzled with powdered sugar..oozing with sticky deliciousness!! 😋🍕🍺🍲🍗 i guarantee you'll love it!! There's a reason they been in the same spot since 1987. And now they have expanded to other locations due to their great success!! They also do fundraisers & events!! What's not to love? So come one, come all, bring the whole crew..family, friends, coworkers, business meetingss, tho celebrate a win or loss..just about anything. And tell them "Lizzie aka Icesk8rliz...

This place is solid, real solid. Trick is, dine in!

I've eaten here twice: once in their private party room onsite and once carryout. Maybe the pickup estimate they gave me was off, but the carryout pizza was not really hot. Still very much enjoyed it, but I had such high expectations from my previous experience onsite visit that it was a little bit of a let down.

Love the creamy garlic pizza base with spinach as a the lone topping, really is heavenly. Also enjoyed the pineapple and jalapeno with red sauce. Both of these on thin crust, both piping hot and made to perfection when I dined onsite and still remarkably good carryout even if not quite the same. I love that they have mini and small pizzas at a decent price, which allowed me to try some things I might otherwise have overlooked. For my carryout order, in addition to the above-mentioned pies, I tried the vegan cheese with red onion, and though it looked a little dry and non-melty, it actually was creamy and quite decent. Also tried to the Veggie Greek (minus olives) which was solid but maybe a little underwhelming due to the heat issue.

Overall, this is some of the best pizza you will find in Sacramento, and I will definitely drop by next time...

If you're looking for the perfect pizza experience, Mark & Monica’s Family Pizza is the spot to be! The warm and inviting atmosphere makes you feel at home from the moment you walk in.

The pizza? Phenomenal. The crust is a perfect balance of crispy and chewy, with just the right amount of char from the oven. Their sauce is flavorful, and the toppings are fresh, generous, and thoughtfully paired. We are Gluten & Dairy FREE and have excellent options for us. YES, the Gluten Free Crust is #1 in the Sacramento Area.

If you are looking for something a little different they have Burgers, Chicken Tenders, Jalapeno Poppers, Potato Skins, and more.

The staff is another highlight—they’re friendly, attentive, and genuinely passionate about their craft. They’re happy to make recommendations and ensure your meal is just right. And let’s not forget the drinks! They have a bar to the left-hand side when you walk in with multiple choices.

Overall, Mark & Monica’s Family Pizza is a must-visit for pizza lovers. Great food, wonderful service, and a cozy vibe—it doesn’t get...