Why It Matters What the Locals Order
We’re a Veteran-owned shop on the west side of San Antonio. Our regulars are west side families, JBSA personnel, Helotes commuters, and people who’ve been eating Godfather’s for decades. They know what’s good. They’ve tried everything on the menu and landed on their picks.
If you’re new here or you’ve only ever ordered the obvious stuff, this is your cheat sheet. The full menu has everything — but this is what the people who order every week actually choose.
#1: The Taco Pie (This Is San Antonio’s Pizza)
If San Antonio had an official pizza, it would be the Taco Pie. Taco sauce, beef, lettuce, onions, tomatoes, cheddar, and mozzarella — with the lettuce and tomatoes added fresh after baking so they don’t wilt. It’s basically taco night and pizza night at the same time.
Locals almost always add extra cheddar. Some ask for sour cream on the side. It runs $13.99–$34.50 depending on size and it’s the most-asked-about pizza we make. If you haven’t had it, it’s the first thing you should try.
#2: Golden Crust — On Everything
Here’s the thing most first-timers miss: we have crust options, and the right answer is almost always Golden Crust. It’s buttery, crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside. Original crust is fine. Golden is better.
Locals don’t say “I want the Classic Combo.” They say “Classic Combo on Golden.” The crust is what makes the difference between a good pizza and the one you’re still thinking about at midnight. If the Golden Crust is your first time, it’ll be your last time ordering Original.
#3: Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza
This one surprises people. The Bacon Cheeseburger pizza — Signature Sauce, bacon, beef, onions, pickles, cheddar, and mozzarella — is one of the most underrated pies on the menu. It tastes exactly like what the name says, and it works.
Regulars who are tired of the same old pizza rotation always land here. It’s $13.99–$34.50, it feeds well, and the pickles are not optional — they make the whole thing. If you’re skeptical, you just haven’t tried it yet. Check the top 5 pizzas for where it ranks.
#4: All-Meat Combo for Parties and Groups
When locals are ordering for a group — birthday party, Spurs watch party, just a Friday night with the family — the All-Meat Combo is the crowd-pleaser. Ham, pepperoni, bacon, beef, Italian sausage, sausage, and mozzarella. There’s no wrong topping choice when everything is meat.
The large runs $34.50. For a big group, order two larges — one All-Meat, one Taco Pie. That’s the SA party standard. Read what customer reviews say about it — it’s consistently the most praised pizza we make for groups.
#5: Monkey Bread Before the Pizza Arrives
Everyone puts the Monkey Bread at the end of the order and then it comes out cold. Locals figured this out a long time ago: order it with your pizza, eat it when it comes out hot.
The Cinnamon Monkey Bread is $7.79. It’s warm, pull-apart sweet bread with cinnamon sugar and icing drizzle. It’s not a dessert if you eat it first. The Italian Monkey Bread ($7.79 — garlic butter, seasoned cheese, marinara) is the savory version and works as a legitimate appetizer. Order one when the pizza goes in. Eat it when it’s hot.
#6: The Mid-Week MVP Deal
Regulars don’t pay full price on a Tuesday. The Monday–Wednesday deal knocks $8 off a large pizza — no code, no app, just order on the right days. On a large specialty pizza ($34.50), that’s a meaningful discount.
Check out what makes us different if you want the full story on why locals come back — but the mid-week deal is a big part of it. West side families budget their pizza nights around it. Smart move.
What is the most popular pizza at Godfather’s San Antonio?
The Taco Pie is consistently the most-asked-about pizza we make. Locals add extra cheddar and Golden Crust. The All-Meat Combo is the top pick for groups and parties.
What crust should I get at Godfather’s Pizza?
Golden Crust. It’s buttery and crispy on the outside, chewy inside. Most regulars order everything on Golden. Original is good, but Golden is what keeps people coming back. See the full crust options breakdown.
Is the Bacon Cheeseburger pizza actually good?
Yes — it’s one of the most underrated pies on the menu. Beef, bacon, pickles, onions, cheddar, and mozzarella. It tastes like a cheeseburger. The pickles are not optional. Trust the locals on this one.
What should I order at Godfather’s if it’s my first time?
Start with the Taco Pie on Golden Crust with extra cheddar. If you want a second pizza, go All-Meat Combo on Golden. Add Cinnamon Monkey Bread. That’s the local initiation order.
Does Godfather’s San Antonio have good deals for families?
Yes — the Feast deals bundle two pizzas and a side starting at $35.99 for mediums. The Monday–Wednesday deal takes $8 off any large. See what makes us different for the full picture on value.
One More Thing: Order on the Right Day
Locals don’t pay full price on a Tuesday when they can get $8 off on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday. The mid-week deal applies to any large pizza — no code, no app required. On a large specialty at $34.50, that’s a real discount.
If you’re reading this on a weekday and you weren’t already planning to order, you are now. Check the customer reviews if you’re still on the fence. But honestly — just order the Taco Pie on Golden. You’ll stop reading reviews and start planning your next order.
Now you know what to order. Go put it to work — online or by calling us at (210) 750-2222. We’re right here on 151.
