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A Slice of Italy in Berkeley - Passione Emporio, Berkeley, CA

Passione Emporio

4.8
4.8
194 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
  • Healthy
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
What does Emporio mean? It’s market where you can get a variety of things you need. Today in small villages in Italy, the Emporio is the center of life. Villagers visit the Emporio daily to socialize, share local happenings, and get their local fresh goods, cheese, pasta, sandwiches, and bread.

Passione is bringing a little piece of Italian small village life to you, here in Berkley. Our mission at Passione Emporio is to create a neighborhood restaurant that has the same feel of community and quality as old village Emporios. We source only the best local ingredients and craft them with traditional Italian recipes to make delicious food, with vegan options, along with an authentic array of Italian and locally sourced food and wine.

Our rotating wine bar offers a selection of Italian, Californian and European wines and beers with Prosecco at the center of the list to accompany Italian salami and cheese plates during happy hour.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Dining Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (510) 612-8677
  • Website
    http://www.passionebrands.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Fabrizio Cercatore
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next event with organic, authentic Italian dishes crafted with passion. From appetizers to desserts, we offer customizable menus to suit any occasion. Add our curated selection of beer and wine to elevate your dining experience. Perfect for events big or small!<br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Host your special occasions with us! Our restaurant can accommodate up to 50 guests in a cozy and elegant space, ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or corporate events. Enjoy free street parking for your convenience.📍 Location: 2324 Fifth Street, Unit A, Berkeley, CA.
  • Location
    2324 5th St, Berkeley, CA 94710-2408
  • Neighborhood
    Berkeley
  • Cross street
    ON 5th Street in Berkeley, Between Bancroft and Channing Way
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    51B
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 194 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Italian

  • East Bay

    Best Overall

  • East Bay

    Best Food

  • East Bay

    Best Value

  • East Bay

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Passione Emporio is a "hidden gem" known for its "great food" and "super friendly service". The menu boasts "amazing pizza", "incredible salads", and "wonderful gnocchi". Guests appreciate the "prompt and polite" staff and the "charming oasis from Italy" atmosphere. Desserts like gelato and tiramisu are "highly recommended".

194 Reviews

  1. Liam

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We think you should add the pasta special of clams & cherry tomatoes to the standard menu! It was so good, we’d come back just for that

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  2. Itzayana

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time visiting, food was amazing. Service was good but we did have to wait quite a while to get our food or the attention of our server. Seemed like they were low on staff. Definitely going back 

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  3. GARY

    VIP

    San Francisco

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I am so glad to have found this place. It has great food served in a warm friendly atmosphere. The pastas and pizzas are delicious and they offer yummy desserts.

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  4. Carlos

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome place for a quiet and delicious meal, served by a friendly and attentive staff!

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  5. Katty

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    People were very kind, they did terrific recommendations, and the food was exquisite!

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  6. Alexa

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Our first time. Good but not great. Tables too small to hold the dishes if you share something. Space tight. Friendly. Good spinach salad. Calamari overly breaded, more like onion rings. Pizza crust disappointing. Very loud when full. Back to Benchmark for pizza.

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  7. Kathleen

    San Francisco

    120 reviews

    4.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The gnocchi was wonderful. My vegetarian friend loved the vegetarian panini.

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  8. Kathleen

    San Francisco

    120 reviews

    5.0

    120 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The sea bass was wonderful. My friend enjoyed the home made tomato soup too.

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  9. Sheela

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food, hidden gem. Service was prompt and polite. 5 stars

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  10. Urmi

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Made a last minute booking for 815 when they close at 9. We were the last diners, with one other table for two. The server was gracious and kind and never made us feel hurried. The food is great as ever and I find the prices very fair for the whole quality of experience. But really do want to call out our server for being an absolute gem!! Makes me want to come back here for both special occasions and just because.

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FAQs

Passione Emporio does offer delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Passione Emporio also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 612-8677.

Passione Emporio is rated 4.8 stars by 194 OpenTable diners.

Passione Emporio does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Passione Emporio

2324 5th St, Berkeley, CA 94710-2408

Additional information

  • Cross street
    ON 5th Street in Berkeley, Between Bancroft and Channing Way
  • Neighborhood
    Berkeley
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon, Tue, Thu–Sat 5:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Dining Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    51B
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Fabrizio Cercatore
  • Additional
    Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.passionebrands.com/
  • Phone number
    (510) 612-8677
  • Catering
    Let us cater your next event with organic, authentic Italian dishes crafted with passion. From appetizers to desserts, we offer customizable menus to suit any occasion. Add our curated selection of beer and wine to elevate your dining experience. Perfect for events big or small!<br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Host your special occasions with us! Our restaurant can accommodate up to 50 guests in a cozy and elegant space, ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or corporate events. Enjoy free street parking for your convenience.📍 Location: 2324 Fifth Street, Unit A, Berkeley, CA.
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