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Shorty's Pizza Shack on S 12th St

4.5(1,504)Pizza Restaurant$

About Shorty's Pizza Shack on S 12th St

Located along South 12th Street in the 76706 area of Waco, Shorty's Pizza Shack is a casual spot offering a funky setting where visitors can watch sports on multiple televisions. Guests can unwind with beer and wine while enjoying an easygoing meal that fits any budget. Backed by a notable 4.5-star rating from more than 1,500 Google reviews, this inexpensive hangout has become a popular pit stop for travelers cruising Interstate 35 as well as a dependable destination for area residents.

The kitchen serves both lunch and dinner, featuring classic pizza alongside the restaurant's trademarked Pizza Pillows. Reviewers frequently praise the food for its great prices and highlight a pizza crust that is perfectly crisp on the outside and chewy on the inside. With convenient service options that include dine-in, takeout, and delivery, Shorty's Pizza Shack makes it simple to enjoy a satisfying meal whether dining in front of the screens or ordering from home.

Highlights

  • Dine-in
  • Takeout
  • Delivery
  • Lunch
  • Dinner

Reviews

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Dao Tran

2 months ago

5.0

Party on—Shorty’s Pizza in Waco absolutely delivers. If you’re cruising I-35 between Austin and DFW, do yourself a favor and make this your pit stop. This is some of the best pizza in Waco, hands down. The crust is on point—perfectly crisp on the outside with that chewy, satisfying bite inside. You can tell they’ve got their dough dialed. The slices hit with solid flavor, good sauce-to-cheese balance, and zero grease overload. The pizza pillow is a must. It’s basically comfort food leveled up—crispy, cheesy, and ridiculously satisfying. I’d come back for that alone. Yeah, slices are a bit small in my opinion, but the lunch special (two slices and a drink for $9) is more than fair and makes it an easy, repeatable stop. Fast service, chill vibe, and consistent quality. Bottom line: if you’re searching for great pizza in Waco or a reliable I-35 road trip food stop, Shorty’s Pizza is it. This place earned a permanent spot on my route.

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Valerie Lima

6 months ago

5.0

I dream of these pizza pillows!!! Sad to have moved away from Waco, but this place is a must-visit every time we are in town. I can’t speak for the service all the time, as it varies from individuals who care about their jobs to individuals that do not, but the food never misses!!! Service has been acceptable all the times I’ve been!

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Anna R

6 months ago

5.0

I we got 4 slices and 2 meat lovers pizza pillows it was all very good. I found out a friend of mine also comes here when they are in Waco and they love it too. Definitely recommend! 👍🏻

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Shawn Ogles

2 months ago

1.0

if your going to have a business you need to stay open until the sign says. you don't see any of the big pizza companies closing before the sign says . you have a special and close a good 30-45 min before closing time. do you open when you want too? And you have a General Manager delivering pizzas? can only imagine what goes on in the kitchen. probably dont' even have hand soap. i'm done . back to dominoes

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Kelly Tyson

2 weeks ago

5.0

Really chill spot! Delicious pizza, the pizza pillows are great also and the wings are okay. Good deal on drinks. We would come here again! Great service!!! ❤️