Pizzaiolo - Oakland

4.9

667 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 13, 2025

7:00 PM

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Hot spot

**Please note we are walk-ins only**

We at Pizzaiolo believe that the simple act of feeding people is at the core of what it is to be human. We focus on the ritual of taking life from the world around us and presenting it to you to sustain your own life.

When the day is done, the thinking that seems to matter most is that we are taking part in a web of human interaction. The food you eat at Pizzaiolo is 100% down-home human-made.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Californian, Pizzeria
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(510) 652-4888
Website
http://www.pizzaiolooakland.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Courtney Rockwell-Garret

Location
5008 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609
Neighborhood
Oakland
Cross street
51 St. Street
Parking details
Parking is available on Telegraph Ave and the surrounding side streets. Please note that it is metered, but only until 6.00pm!
Public transit
We are 10 blocks from the MacArthur BART station on Telegraph Ave. We are also on the same block as two major AC Transit bus lines, the 1 (and 1R) and the 12.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

What 667 people are saying

Pizzaiolo - Oakland reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Francisco Bay Area
Great for outdoor dining
San Francisco Bay Area
Lively
East Bay
Best Overall
East Bay
Best Food
East Bay
Best Ambiance
East Bay
Kid-friendly
East Bay
Hot spot
East Bay
Neighborhood gem
East Bay
Great for outdoor dining
East Bay
Romantic
East Bay
Lively
East Bay
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pizzaiolo in Oakland is a beloved favorite, known for its "amazing food" and vibrant atmosphere. The rotating seasonal menu delights with inventive dishes, while the "perfect" music and ambiance enhance the experience. Family-friendly and accommodating, this is a go-to spot for delicious Italian fare and "wonderful cocktails."

667 Reviews

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Austin VIP
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of our favorite restaurants in Oakland. Every time we go, Pizzaiolo always wows us with their food. They have a rotating seasonal menu, but if you are lucky enough to be there the same day they have their meatballs, you will not regret ordering them. So good! I always seek out less spirit forward drinks from their bar since they can be quite strong, but any server we have has been more than willing to help us out. And save room for desert - never disappointed!
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monique
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pizzaiolo is absolutely our favorite restaurant. The food is always delicious. The staff is all around great with consistently friendly service. Music, art and ambience are perfect.
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Andy VIP
Philadelphia52 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We try to eat here at least every other month. Food is varied and always delicious. Something for everyone. Always great service. Also, family friendly.
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Ken
San Francisco148 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always. Has gotten very pricey. Ok for special occasions.
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GregH
San Francisco3 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 29, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great but they didn't have the meatballs we were all looking forward to!
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robert
San Francisco3 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great spot for meeting friends & lovers for some good Italian food & wonderful cocktails
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OpenTable Diner VIP
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Our absolute favorite east bay restaurant. Always delivers the most amazing seasonal, inventive, delicious dishes. 💗💗💗
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carrie
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A beautiful neighborhood restaurant. Crowded holiday evening but the staff is warm and friendly and we were treated like family. My go to restaurant for delicious food in a sweet and comfortable environment.
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DariyaB
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Pizzaiolo is our favorite place in Oakland! Always great food, music, and atmosphere!
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BeckyK
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love pizzaiolo so much! The food is amazing and they are always bringing new ideas to the menu. We brought our 3 year old and they were accommodating - there were other families at the restaurant. I wish they did reservations more often!
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FAQs

Pizzaiolo - Oakland offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 652-4888.

Pizzaiolo - Oakland is rated 4.9 stars by 667 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 13, 2025

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

5008 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94609

Additional information

Cross street
51 St. Street
Neighborhood
Oakland
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Californian, Pizzeria
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking is available on Telegraph Ave and the surrounding side streets. Please note that it is metered, but only until 6.00pm!
Public transit
We are 10 blocks from the MacArthur BART station on Telegraph Ave. We are also on the same block as two major AC Transit bus lines, the 1 (and 1R) and the 12.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Courtney Rockwell-Garret
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Delivery, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.pizzaiolooakland.com/
Phone number
(510) 652-4888

Pizzaiolo - Oakland

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