Pizzeria Pizzaiolo in Oakland

If you are looking for authentic and delicious pizza in Oakland, be sure to visit Pizzeria Pizzaiolo. This cozy and welcoming eatery offers you not only crispy and juicy pizzas from the wood-fired oven, but also fresh pasta, salads, appetizers and desserts made from local and organic ingredients. The menu changes constantly depending on the season and product availability, so you can always expect something new and surprising.

Tel: +15106524888

Pizzeria Pizzaiolo was opened in 2005 by Charlie Hallowell, a former chef at the famous Chez Panisse in Berkeley. He wanted to create a place where people could connect over good food and good wine, without a lot of frills or formality. The result is a restaurant that pays homage to Northern California cuisine with a touch of Italian flair. The atmosphere is relaxed and lively, with an open kitchen area, a long wooden counter, a fireplace and a wall full of art.

The pizzas are the centerpiece of the menu, with a thin and crispy crust made from a special sourdough. The toppings vary from classic to creative, such as margherita, funghi, salsiccia or beet leaves with goat cheese. The portions are generous and can be easily shared. The pasta is prepared fresh daily and served with various sauces, such as bolognese, carbonara or gnocchi with pumpkin. The salads are crisp and colorful, with ingredients such as rocket, radicchio, fennel or pomegranate. The starters are tempting and varied, such as fried olives, burrata with figs or mussels with white wine. The desserts are sweet. and tempting, such as chocolate cake, tiramisu or panna cotta.

Pizzeria Pizzaiolo also has an impressive wine list, which mainly includes Italian and Californian wines. You can choose between glass, bottle or carafe, or get advice from the friendly and competent staff. The restaurant also offers draft or bottled beer, as well as non-alcoholic drinks such as lemonade, iced tea or coffee.

Pizzeria Pizzaiolo is a popular meeting place for locals and visitors alike. It is advisable to make a reservation, especially on weekends or for larger groups. The restaurant is open Monday to Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for happy hour and from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for dinner. On Friday and Saturday dinner is available until 10:30 p.m. and on Sunday until 9:00 p.m. The restaurant is located at 5008 Telegraph Avenue in Oakland, California. The phone number is (510) 652-4888 and the website is https://www.pizzaiolooakland.com/ .

So if you fancy a delicious pizza in a warm and cozy environment, visit the Pizzeria Pizzaiolo in Oakland. You won't regret it!