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Pizza Bar

195 Pakington St, Geelong West VIC 3218, Australia

Recommended by 28 people

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195 Pakington St, Geelong West VIC 3218, Australia

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+61 3 5229 5394
HoursMonday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 5:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 5:00 – 8:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pizza Bar

Wood-fired pies with zero pretension and genuine floor hospitality anchor this Geelong West fixture. The room runs dark and cosy—wooden finishes, warm buzz, and staff who swap out QR codes for real conversation and menu guidance. Regulars bypass standard Margherita territory for inventive toppings like beef brisket, pulled pork with slaw, or garlic focaccia paired with thick hand-cut chips. Big tables settle in over generous rounds, while younger diners get sorted right away with activity sheets and pencils.

  • Personal Floor Hospitality: Floor staff skip digital ordering in favor of personal table conversation and menu recommendations.
  • Inventive Toppings: Inventive wood-fired pies feature unconventional toppings like beef brisket and pulled pork with slaw.
  • Easy Family Dining: Families get seated with activity sheets and pencils alongside shareable, generous portions.
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Why Diners Choose Pizza Bar

Discover what sets our wood-fired dining apart for couples, families, and gatherings in Geelong West.

  • Engaging Human Hospitality

    Guests enjoy warm, attentive table hospitality and personalized recommendations directly from the team rather than impersonal digital ordering.

    It’s so refreshing to go to a restaurant and actually be greeted by people with personality, have a little bit of conversation, chat about the menu and recommendations, engage with the staff and not just scan a QR code

    Nikki Bigolin

  • Inventive Gourmet Wood-Fired Toppings

    The venue pairs authentic wood-fired crusts with unique signature combinations like beef brisket and pulled pork with slaw.

    The pizzas on offer I have never come across before- and are magnificent.

    P T

  • Thoughtful Entertainment for Kids

    Families dining with young children receive activity sheets and pencils immediately upon sitting down to keep little ones happily occupied.

    our kids were provided with pencils and activity sheet upon arrival. Quick service, reasonable prices for the serving size and absolutely delicious wood fired pizza.

    Megan Lucas

  • Effortless Family and Group Dining

    Generous portion sizes across pizzas, sides, and pastas make coordinating group dinners effortless and satisfying for everyone.

    Super easy with the kids or for a big group booking, it’s always a great option for dine-in or take-away. Don’t go past the hand cut chips, it’s a crowd fave.

    Anna G

  • Genuinely Welcoming Connection

    The welcoming, high-touch approach from both owners and team members leaves visitors feeling valued rather than rushed through a transaction.

    What really makes this place special is the owners—they genuinely take the time to engage with their customers and make everyone feel welcome.

    Makayla Bolton

  • Cosy, Reassuring Atmosphere

    A moody, wooden interior combined with reliable food quality delivers a consistently comforting, mood-lifting dining experience.

    Immaculate vibes too - dark and cosy, like being in a fun wooden cave. Really cool little place. Staff were exceptionally lovely.

    Jazz

Inventive wood-fired creations and customer favorites

  • Beef brisket pizza

    Ordered a garlic focaccia and beef brisket pizza, delicious!

    Lily Pham

  • Pulled pork and slaw pizza

    I had my favourite pizza: pulled pork and slaw which was delicious as always.

    Sophia McQuillan

  • Mushroom Pizza

    Thank you for the best pizza we have had in years - Mushroom Pizza!

    Charli DeLuna

  • Braised lamb pizza

    we had the calamari, arancini, and braised lamb pizza, and choc brownie and ice cream, all were very well cooked and tasty

    mr majestyk

Other favorites

Appetizers, sides, and sweet finishes to round out your meal

  • Hand cut chips

    the best hand cut chips ever

    Krithiga Raman

  • Arancini

    we had the calamari, arancini, and braised lamb pizza, and choc brownie and ice cream, all were very well cooked and tasty

    mr majestyk

  • Meatballs

    the entree of Meatballs were a hit

    Paul B

  • Churros

    We couldn't stop with one plate of churros

    Krithiga Raman

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful gestures and conversational hospitality that elevate dining at Pizza Bar

  • Arrival Activity Kits for Children

    Young diners receive activity sheets and pencils immediately upon being seated at the table to keep them entertained.

  • Owner Engagement and Table Visits

    The owners take time to personally greet guests, hold genuine conversations, and provide tailored menu recommendations on the floor.

  • Personalized Menu Guidance

    Floor staff walk through specialty selections and curate custom recommendations rather than relying on digital QR ordering.

  • Departure Takeaway Timing

    Dine-in guests can schedule an additional freshly baked pizza to be boxed hot and ready right as they depart for home.

Before you head over

Practical dining advice for planning your visit to Pizza Bar

  • Book Ahead or Ask for High Tables

    The venue fills up quickly across weeknights and weekends, so reserve in advance or consider seating at the high tables if dropping in without a booking.

  • Ask Staff for Personal Recommendations

    Rather than navigating digital menus alone, speak with the floor staff or owners for curated dish suggestions and topping highlights.

  • Take Advantage of Kids' Activities

    Family groups can dine comfortably with children entertained right at arrival with coloring packs and activity sheets.

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