Mellow Mushroom is a casual pizza chain with customizable pies and a full bar

Mellow Mushroom is a pizza restaurant chain where you order at the counter or through their app, customize your pizza with toppings, and either eat in the dining room or take your order to go. The chain operates hundreds of locations across the United States, each independently owned and operated. You can pay with cash, card, or digital payment methods at most locations, though payment options vary slightly by restaurant.

The menu centers on hand-tossed pizzas where you choose your crust style, sauce, cheese level, and toppings. Beyond pizza, locations typically serve salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and desserts. Most Mellow Mushroom restaurants also have a bar serving beer, wine, and cocktails, though some locations may have limited alcohol menus depending on local licensing.

Key Takeaways

  • You customize your pizza by selecting crust type, sauce, cheese, and individual toppings rather than ordering from a fixed menu of named pizzas.
  • Most locations accept card payments, cash, and mobile payment apps like Apple Pay and Google Pay, though you should confirm with your local restaurant.
  • Mellow Mushroom's app lets you place orders for pickup or delivery in participating locations, and you can save your favorite pizza combinations for reordering.
  • Each Mellow Mushroom is independently owned, so hours, delivery availability, and specific menu items may differ between locations.
  • The restaurant has a full bar at most locations, with beer, wine, and house-made cocktails available for dine-in customers.

How to order and customize your pizza

When you arrive at a Mellow Mushroom location, you walk to the counter and tell the staff what you want, or you can review the menu board first. You start by choosing your crust: hand-tossed, thin crust, or specialty crusts like cauliflower or gluten-free, depending on what your location offers. Next, you pick your sauce — typically red sauce, white sauce, or no sauce — and decide on your cheese level, from light to extra.

Then you add toppings one at a time. Toppings include vegetables like mushrooms, peppers, and onions; meats like pepperoni, sausage, and bacon; and specialty items that vary by location. You can build a completely custom pizza or ask the staff to suggest a combination. The staff will tell you the price as you add items, since most locations charge per topping. Once you confirm your order, they make your pizza fresh and call your name when it is ready.

If you order through the Mellow Mushroom app, the process is the same: you select your location, build your pizza by choosing crust, sauce, cheese, and toppings, then choose pickup or delivery. The app saves your favorite combinations so you can reorder them without rebuilding the pizza each time.

Payment methods and how to pay

Most Mellow Mushroom locations accept credit and debit cards, cash, and mobile payment apps like Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Venmo. At the counter, you pay after you order and receive your receipt. If you order through the app, you enter your payment information when you place the order, and you pay before pickup or delivery.

Some locations may have a minimum purchase for card payments or offer a discount for cash, though this varies by restaurant. A few older locations may not accept all digital payment methods, so if you are unsure what a specific restaurant takes, call ahead or check their website. Delivery orders through third-party apps like DoorDash or Uber Eats use those platforms' payment systems, not Mellow Mushroom's directly.

Delivery, pickup, and dine-in options

You can eat at the restaurant in the dining room, order for pickup, or have your food delivered. Dine-in customers sit at tables or booths, order at the counter, and eat in the restaurant. Pickup orders are ready in about 15 to 20 minutes for a single pizza, though wait times vary by how busy the location is and how many orders are ahead of yours.

Delivery is available at some locations through the Mellow Mushroom app or through third-party delivery services. If you order through the app, the restaurant handles delivery themselves or partners with a local driver. If you order through DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Grubhub, that service handles the delivery and charges a separate delivery fee on top of your food cost. Delivery times depend on how far you are from the restaurant and how many orders are being delivered at the same time.

Pricing and what affects the cost of your order

Pizza prices depend on the size you choose — typically small, medium, large, or extra-large — and the number of toppings you add. Most locations charge a base price for the pizza plus a per-topping charge, so a pizza with five toppings costs more than one with two. Specialty crusts like cauliflower or gluten-free usually cost more than the standard hand-tossed crust.

Sides like salads, sandwiches, and appetizers have their own prices listed on the menu board or app. Drinks, beer, wine, and cocktails are priced separately. Delivery orders through the app may include a delivery fee, and third-party delivery services add their own fees on top of the restaurant's prices. Tax is added at checkout and varies by location.

What to know about dietary options and restrictions

Mellow Mushroom offers several crust options to accommodate different diets. Gluten-free crust is available at most locations for customers who cannot eat wheat. Cauliflower crust is offered at many locations as a lower-carb alternative. You can also order a pizza with no crust as a salad-style option, though availability depends on your location.

For vegetarian orders, you can build a pizza with any combination of vegetable toppings and no meat. Vegan customers can ask for no cheese and load up on vegetables, though the sauce and some toppings may contain animal products depending on the recipe. If you have a severe food allergy, speak directly with the staff at your location about ingredients, since preparation methods and sourcing vary by restaurant.

How to find your nearest Mellow Mushroom and check hours

You can find a Mellow Mushroom location near you by visiting the chain's website and using their location finder, or by searching "Mellow Mushroom near me" in Google Maps. The website shows the address, phone number, hours, and which services each location offers — such as whether they deliver, have a bar, or offer certain crust types.

Hours vary by location and day of the week. Most restaurants are open for lunch and dinner, but some may open later or close earlier on certain days. Call your local restaurant or check their page on the website to confirm hours before you visit, especially on holidays when hours may change. The app also shows hours for locations you search.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I order a Mellow Mushroom pizza for delivery through a third-party app?

Yes. Many Mellow Mushroom locations partner with DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, and other delivery services. You can order through those apps and have the pizza delivered to your address. Keep in mind that third-party apps charge delivery fees and service fees on top of the restaurant's prices, so ordering directly through the Mellow Mushroom app or calling the restaurant may be cheaper.

What is the difference between ordering through the Mellow Mushroom app versus a third-party delivery app?

When you order through the Mellow Mushroom app, the restaurant or their own delivery driver handles your order and delivery, and you pay only the restaurant's prices plus tax and any delivery fee they charge. When you order through DoorDash or Uber Eats, that service takes a cut, charges you a delivery fee, and may add a service fee, making your total cost higher. Ordering directly through the restaurant is usually cheaper.

Do all Mellow Mushroom locations have the same menu?

No. Each Mellow Mushroom is independently owned, so menus vary slightly by location. Most have the core pizza, salad, and sandwich options, but some locations may offer specialty items, different crust types, or different sauce options. Check your local restaurant's menu on their website or app to see what they offer.

Can I modify a pizza after I order it?

If you are ordering at the counter, you can ask the staff to make changes before they start making your pizza. If you have already placed an order through the app or by phone, call the restaurant right away to see if they can modify it before they start preparing it. Once the pizza is in the oven, changes are usually not possible.

Does Mellow Mushroom offer any loyalty program or discounts?

Some locations offer their own loyalty programs or run promotions, but these vary by restaurant since each is independently owned. Check your local Mellow Mushroom's website or ask the staff when you visit to learn about any current deals or rewards programs they run.