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    Artichoke Basille's Pizza

    3.9 (925 reviews)
    InexpensivePizza
    Open 11:00 am - 3:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Danica V.

    Great spot to grab a slice! Artichoke pizza yumm Parking can just be a pain but overall it's a good spot for any time of the day

    Artichoke pizza
    Dannika D.

    Came here around 1am on a Saturday night and it wasn't too busy. They still had 3 or 4 pizza options despite it being so late. Artichoke Basille's Pizza hits the spot every time! I have come during the day too, and there is always a small line because of how good it is. Food: - Artichoke (Artichoke Hearts, Spinach, Cream Sauce, Mozzarella, and Pecorino Romano Cheese): 5/5 Possibly the best pizza I have ever had. I can't believe I was missing out of this pizza my whole life. Service: around a 5 minute wait for the pizza to be heated up and cashiers have always been friendly Pricing: $ so worth it for the size of the slice!! extremely filling! Ambiance: they added a lot of seating outside which is nice and they have parmesan/red pepper to use Parking: Sometimes there is street parking, but sometimes it is hard to find parking haha Would love to come back and try all of their pizzas!

    Marlon T.

    I really wanted to like this place, but the quality just isn't there. If you do try it, only grab a slice if you see it coming fresh out of the oven, reheated slices are rough. I ordered a pepperoni slice and it was pretty bad. To make things worse, the guy serving had clearly been cleaning something in the back, came up with dirty hands, and still handled the pizza with bare hands. Not a good look. If you're going to try Artichoke Basille's, stick with their specialty slice, it's the only thing worth getting here. Everything else is a skip.

    Basil and cheese pizza
    Melissa S.

    Conveniently located across the street from the Graduate, hotel and down the street from Top Dog. We were going to go to Blondies, but this just popped up next to us so we gave it a try. It's set up like Blondies, a counter with all the pizza's on display for you next to the cash register. I was surprised at how conscientious they are about cross contamination that they used a different pizza cutter with each pizza to do the initial slice off the pie. They had a few to choose from. Deep Dish Sicilian, sausage, probably peperoni, and artichoke with a white cream sauce. I almost got the artichoke, but I was afraid the cream sauce wouldn't agree with me so we got the one with basil and cheese on it. To be honest the pizzas don't look very appetizing just sitting there behind the counter. They are cold and have some grated cheese just on top of them. The slices also look small for $7.95. We picked out the basil with cheese slice and he slid it into the over. He asked if we wanted it in a box to go or on a plate. We opted for the plate as we were going to eat it right there at the walk up counter in front of the register. After about 4 minutes our pizza came out of the oven. He sliced it in 2 length wise and handed to us on a double plate as it was so long. Well, it looked bigger and much more appetizing after it came out of the oven. We each took a half, it was hot so we took our time. As it turns out the pizza was delicious. It was a very think crust and the cheese was gooey. I'm happy with our purchase. It was a good snack before we started our service project in downtown Berkeley. I recommend this pizza joint. The pizza is good size and comes out hot and delicious. The service is quick and very friendly. The server defiantly had a smile on his face the whole time.

    Shirley H.

    Get the artichoke pizza! The lines are typically long but worth the wait. Sometimes the pizza comes out still cold in the middle and I've seen some other customers get it twice baked.

    Artichoke Slice
    Anna H.

    The slice DWARFS Costco pizza in comparison (which is crazy). It was like approaching deep dish thickness. The artichoke was a tender, unique touch to a pizza but it was too creamy and only was yummy when it was still hot. Then it got kind of gross. It was fine when reheated though. Also the dude lowkey eyeballed me before naming a price for water. The box also costs extra compared to the plate (makes sense) but I wish that had been disclosed to me before...

    Pizzas Artichoke Spinach Pepperoni Meatball Parm
    Aaron ..

    10/10!!! Service is amazing. Food was amazing. The ambiance and the energy of the workers was amazing! Alex and Julio was super nice and gave great recommendations. I definitely will be back. Ended up getting the pepperoni and the artichoke Alfredo pizzas

    Artichoke pizza (1/4 slice)
    Uday M.

    I remember when this place first opened back when I was going to school here. It was notable since it was one of their first west-coast locations, and only a block away from where I lived. All these years later, it still hits the spot. If it's your first time, I would recommend going with their signature artichoke pizza. The slices are huge and priced accordingly ($8), but one slice is pretty much always enough to be a meal. It was great in the college days when you didn't want to commit to a whole pie, and even now it works as a grab-and-go option. It takes about 5 minutes for them to heat it up, but if you have the option, I'd recommend waiting for a fresh pizza to come out of the oven.

    2 artichoke pizza slices
    Miranda D.

    Perfect late night grub! I can ALWAYS depend on this spot after a long night out or concerts. There's not much to say about artichoke basille's besides the fact that no other pizza joint serves big pizza slices quite like them! Park in the nearby parking garage or you can find parking on the street! I arrived late night at around midnight on a weekday and found easy street parking.

    Grace J.

    A grab-and-go casual pizza stand that has huge slices and outdoor seating. We got the artichoke pizza, which is more of a white sauce cheesy slice that has an artichoke twang to it.

    Artichoke pizza (1/2 slice)
    Wen L.

    Ordered and they heated up our pizza in the oven. Wait was pretty quick, about 3-5 minutes. My friend and I shared an artichoke pizza for snack and they had cut the pizza in half. It was creamy and cheesy. The crust was a good texture. I think it does need more artichoke slices on the pizza though. There's outdoor seating and a table inside that we ate at. Good late night snack.

    Artichoke Slice
    Elizabeth N.

    I've had Artichoke Basille's in NY and it was amazing. However when I tried the artichoke slice again here, it was a goopy runny mess with a very hard crust on the bottom. There were also not enough artichoke pieces to my liking. Not bad, but I agree with the other reviews saying it's probably better fresh out the oven.

    Andrew N.

    Was a little hungry and I saw this packed place. Artichoke pizza (5/5): I knew I had to get the pizza this place was popular for. Although the crust did taste like cardboard, I loved how creamy this was as this surpassed my expectations.

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    Ask the Community - Artichoke Basille's Pizza

    Do they still serve the crab pizza? I saw comments online that it was discontinued from this location.

    No They don't

    Is this Durant location open as of November 2021? Yelp says yes but their website says "Temporarily closed".

    Yes, I went last Wednesday (11/24)

    Can you buy the whole pizza in advance compared to just a slice?

    yes.... we take catering orders over email... gobears@artichokepizza.com You get a bit of a break… Read more

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    Blondie’s Pizza - Free slice Pepperoni Pizza

    Blondie’s Pizza

    (115 reviews)

    Telegraph Ave

    Solid food and large slices for $8. I personally wishes slices were smaller and cheaper so I could…read moreget multiple different slices, but oh well. Some people's go-to spot for pizza in the area. I liked how the tomato sauce was just straight tomato and not sweet or anything. At pickup, you get a cheese pull but it is not sloppy. When it cools, cheese doesn't get hard either. Make sure to order ahead as it can be crowded and wait times can be long.

    Not the most amazing pie given all the upper urust gourmet…read morepizza places that have opened in Berkeley. But Blondie's still knows how to crank out slices that are very satisfying for a quick bite. I got their classic pepperoni and it still plentifully loaded with beef pepperoni on a slice sizable enough to make you think twice before ordering two of them. I stuck with one. Something about the texture does not say dough prepared daily to my palate. Still, it's quick and delicious. The spicy tomato sauce and four cheese blend offer a nice balance to the doughy crust. Slices start as $6.99 for cheese. Vegetarian and a daily special are also available. Whole pies too -- $14 for a small cheese pie. 12 varieties to choose from and sizes ranging from 10' to the 22" Godzilla pizza. Not to mention wings or breadsticks. Order from a cashier or, when it's busy, a kiosk. For seating, there are only 3 small tables + 3 chairs at the window counter. Lot's of standing room or it's easy food to walk with. If you can't find street parking, the Telegraph-Channing lot is relatively inexpensive at $3/hour. Enter from Channing Way or Durant Ave.

    Pizzeria da Laura - Detroit Ray J

    Pizzeria da Laura

    (378 reviews)

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    Downtown Berkeley

    Pizzeria da Laura in Berkeley is a fantastic spot for Italian food right in the heart of downtown,…read morejust steps from the university. The location gives it a lively downtown vibe with lots of energy from the surrounding area and nearby students. The reservation and check-in process was very smooth. The staff were incredibly courteous, welcoming, and helpful throughout the visit. I actually arrived about 30 minutes earlier than my reservation time, and they were kind enough to seat us early, which was a really nice touch. One thing I really like about this place is that they update their dishes a few times a year, so every visit can feel a little different and exciting. The menu has great variety, especially when it comes to pizza styles as you can choose from New York, Sicilian, Detroit, and Grandma-style pizzas, and the pricing is very straightforward for all the sizes they serve. The pizza was perfectly cooked and tasted great. They also allow you to customize your pizza by adding or removing ingredients, which makes it very convenient for everyone to choose based on their liking. And they add toppings with open-heart. The pasta was also excellent. We ordered the Peperoncino pasta, and it tasted amazing. The garlic flavor and breadcrumbs were really the highlight and brought out the authentic character of the spaghetti. Another big plus is that they have plenty of vegetarian options, making it easy for different dietary preferences. The portions are generous and the prices are very reasonable for what they serve. Food arrived quickly, and the service from the servers and staff was great throughout the visit. The restaurant also has plenty of space and handles reservations well. The atmosphere is lively with lots of people around and students from the nearby university, which adds to the downtown Berkeley energy. A little more upbeat music could add even more charm to the place. Overall, this is a place I would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Berkeley. It's the kind of restaurant I'd happily come back to again and again.

    disappointing…read more ordered a "Sicilian Style" expecting the pastry-thin style of, uh, y'know, Sicily, and got something almost 2" thick; apparently their idea of "Sicilian Style" is more like Cheese Bread. (it's hard to tell from the cartoon depiction on their website, so be forewarned,) furthermore, was told it would be ready in 30 minutes and timed our arrival to be there just before that, only to get a text message 12 minutes after ordering that it was already ready. makes it really hard to plan to pick up your pizza fresh when the staff can't even tell you when it's really going to be ready..

    Gypsy's Trattoria Italiana - Chicken Parmigiano (To-Go)

    Gypsy's Trattoria Italiana

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    Telegraph Ave

    On a random night when I was craving pasta, my husband took me out to try this spot that everyone…read moreseems to rave about. After finally trying it for myself, I can definitely see what all the hype is about. I kept it simple and ordered pasta with the white Alfredo sauce, and honestly it was one of the better pasta dishes I've had in a while. The sauce was creamy, rich, and really satisfying without feeling too heavy. Sometimes the simplest dishes end up being the most memorable. The portion sizes are pretty generous, and the prices are very reasonable for the amount of food you get, which makes it even more worth it. Ambiance: Very much a college-town vibe with lots of students around, giving the place a lively and casual atmosphere. Staff: Quick-paced and efficient, but I never felt rushed while dining. Glad to say I found my go to for pasta and will for sure be back!

    Food isn't very high quality but it's close to the bars so its price for quantity is good value…read more Discount for cash and extremely packed on a Friday night so food takes a while. I got their pesto calzone for $15. Huge, but not very good (I got sick of it after a few bites) and took over 20min for a takeout place. The pesto was oily and a bit bland. Chicken and the thick dough tasted cold and very dry. Ambiance is not nice to sit at, feels like an indoor taco truck. This place probably isn't in my top 5 for the area because its not too good and it takes a long time, but if someone wanted to eat here I wouldn't argue against it.

    Artichoke Basille's Pizza - pizza - Updated May 2026

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