Came here recently on a Saturday night for dinner. I was glad I made a reservation because it does fill up. Service was friendly and quick. The ambiance is modern and chic, bench style wooden tables. There's a big wood fired oven on one wall where they cook the pizzas. Got there just in time for happy hour, which was a great deal. $12 for 12 oysters! Discounted drinks and cocktails too. We tried the special of the day (mussels) and it was so good we had to order another one. The broth was fire! From the pizzas we tried the Spanish and Horse with no name. Both were delicious and unique. The one with butternut squash was exceptional and we all really enjoyed that one. If you ever come to alameda, you need to try this place, you will not be disappointed! read more

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Picked up the pizza that was left at our door last night. I thought there might be one slice in it because it was such a light box. But the $57 pizza that I ordered was as thin as a piece of cardboard tasted like one too, had several very tiny pieces of curled up pepperoni and a very small spattering of sausage and was so disappointing! I don't think I've ever had such a crappy pizza. Sorry ...never again.. feeling ripped off! read more

Excellent food & cocktails. Love the fresh, seasonal menu. I imagine negative reviews are from those not expecting gourmet thin crust pizza. read more

I went to eat here with my kids today. This was my second visit. Both times, I was greeted by a rude older woman who must be the owner/manager. Both times, I noted the same chip on the shoulder attitude and a passive aggressiveness. I wonder if this is because I am a woman of color? In any case, why run a restaurant if you basically resent people and think you are superior? Yes, that was the attitude. The food was extremely mediocre. My 8 year old looked at the tiny bowl of kid's pasta and announced he would be needing more food at home. That is a $14 kids meal - a small bowl of pasta with nothing on the side. He downed it in 5 minutes. I personally did not like the pizza (it had big pieces of raw garlic and hardly any mozzarella) and found it extremely overpriced. The whole meal was unsatisfying. What really got to me was the attitude of the servers. I tipped a solid 15%, which was generous given the rude lady and the mediocre food. She saw the tip, gave me a dirty look, and then went and whispered something to another server, and then both were standing there giving me dirty looks. My daughter noticed. Then I had to have a conversation with my daughter about the hostile environment in the restaurant (seriously, who wants to have this conversation after a long day's work?? I came to the restaurant because I did not want to cook and wanted some respite). We decided never to come back to this restaurant. For me, this restaurant represents the absolute worst qualities of the Bay Area. Avoid this place so you don't have to eat blah food around a owner/manager who clearly feels superior to her customers and put up with entitled servers who don't have basic manners. read more

Delicious!! The service was so friendly and the staff was welcoming! The restaurant is super cute and I loved being able to see the wood fired oven! Our friend recommended it and we are so glad we listened. This feels like an Alameda staple and I understand why! read more

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Been here 3 times and nothing disappoints! Oyster are fresh and customer service is on point. Love the oysters, beef pasta, fried bread, and short bread dessert. read more

We had 2 pizzas both of which were delicious. The Supreme was our favorite and we enjoyed the salads and heated honey olives. But most importantly, the staff was in complete sync working collaboratively to ensure customers were served in a timely manner. The entire front of the house worked in concert. It was a great experience. read more

Went to East End for the 10th or 11th time (love their happy hour too). Got oysters, which were perfect, pizza, pasta, and beers. We're seated and served quickly, and enjoyed the overall experience and the food is always delicious, everything feels and tastes handmade, with seasonal ingredients, and the pasta was especially memorable. Always love the servers and we got plenty of water refills and weren't rushed to leave. Always love the vibe of their cozy space, which is walking distance from where we live so that is perfect, but there is also ample parking around the restaurant. read more

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We came to East End on a Thursday evening. There was no wait and we were welcomed graciously. The interior is very charming. Hard seating which isn't my favorite but I was able to endure. It's a large open space, high ceilings, and rustic decor. The tables are placed so that they aren't right next to each other and angled so that they aren't side by side. You can see the wood fired oven from your seat but the ventilation is so great you don't smell any smoke at all. The cocktails were so well balanced you can hardly tell there's alcohol. They were very tasty and super smooth. Hats off to the mixologist, she really did a great job. We had the warm herbed olives with honey and they were fabulous! Such a great difference from a cold olive plate. Highly recommended! The honey with the salty is a magical pair. The meatball appetizer was also great. Nice portion for an appetizer, the bread was crunchy and smokey, and the meatballs had great texture and flavor. They weren't packed with bread crumbs to dilute the flavor of the meat. The little gem salad was nice and crisp. The fried capers were a great touch. The dressing needed a little more zing. It was nicely dressed but couldn't taste much. The mushroom ragu pasta was creamy, al dente, and had great delicate mushroom flavor. Nicely done! My friend is from Rome and she definitely approved. The pizza was phenomenal! We ordered the Diablita and it was probably the most simple pizza I've ever tasted but the flavors were crazy! It is definitely spicy and a perfect pizza! So good! We also got Mr. Terranova and added arugula (even though the menu says it isn't allowed). The crispy shallots added a great texture and flavor. It was a tasty pie for sure but the Diablita stole the show. We look forward to trying the other pizzas soon! The staff was wonderful, our main server Anne was the nicest lady. We appreciated her friendly persona and cheery smile. We did not have room to try the dessert but imagine it would be just as great as everything else. We highly recommend dining here. We will be back! read more

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East End is an absolute gem of the Bay Area. I've yet to have a meal here that missed and the service & staff are incredible. Highly recommended to anyone who enjoys an inviting ambiance, a great drink & an awesome meal read more

Overpriced pizza. Def not good value. Subpar quality and quantity of ingredients Ordered the cheese and added pep and the smokehouse. Ordered through DoorDash and arrived on time. Pizzas looked like it was cooked earlier in the day and left out. It arrived cold and stale. I only live locally so there's no way it could be that cold on arrival. Barely any pep and the smokehouse had no flavor. Also for the price of each one, frozen pizza from the store is probably better. read more

This place is fantastic, and definitely a top place in Alameda! Seasonal drinks are super creative and so are the food options. Fried bread, great pizza options, risotto, carbonara with guanciale, ragu, all fantastic. Super great staff too. And prices don't break the bank. Only complaint is that it's gets a little loud at peak times. Definitely get a reservation too since this place is always packed. read more

My top 3 restaurant in Alameda! Bianca pizza is the best! Must try their house fries, ox tail risotto and happy hour $1 oyster on weekdays Cocktail selection is great! Classic margarita is so refreshing and not too sweet. read more

One of the best gourmet pizzas on the island of Alameda. Happy Hour oyster is $12/dozen. Either Olympia or Kumamoto from Oregon. 1 lb wings tossed in Calabrian chile glaze with garlic buttermilk dipping sauce was my favorite.Pappardelle with lamb & pork ragu was a signature dish, the pasta cooked al dente, just like in Italy. Oxtails risotto and wood oven half chicken were outstanding. My service professional Anne well-trained from the old school with attention to detail, very attentive, and courteous. The menu changed often. Kids friendly! read more

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I tried to call to ask a question about how spicy the chilies were but they don't answer the phone. Decided to chance it as I had never eaten there and wanted to try some new pizza on the island. Turns out it's really spicy. I'm sick, hence ordering out but I don't think I can handle this spice level. Sad. $41 in the garbage:( Please state on your menu that this is spicy as you did in other descriptions of pizzas on your menu! read more

East End - Pizza Near Me - Alameda, California

First time we tried to go here the Hostess who is part owner was a bit rude. We didn't have reservations and she made it apparent we weren't very smart for that. Second time around we made reservations and had Hh oysters and pizza. Both super good. Would comeback but it won't be our local spot as we hoped. It needs a bit of warmth inside, both from aesthetic and personality sides.... read more

There's free parking behind the marketplace that is slightly tricky to find. Spaces are also fairly compact. We saw a number of larger vehicles parked over the lines. There's also plenty of meter parking (free after 6pm). We were greeted and seated immediately upon arrival around 5:30. The place wasn't too busy. The table for two is on the small side, but the bar area looked spacious. Bathroom was a little tricky to find. Our server was awesome. Very knowledgable with recommendations and details, but not pushy. I can't remember his name. The menu was availed via QR code on the table, but the lovely server took our orders. The happy hour specials (5-6pm) on 1/24/24 included 12 oysters for $12, $14 specialty cocktails and $1 off wine and beer. We shared the King Thistle Pizza and Pappardelle w/Lamb & Pork Ragu. The house made pasta had a nice chew to it and a decent sauce. Not too salty or gamey. Pizza had a great dough, but would have liked the crust to be slightly fuller. Pasta portion on the small-medium side. I had a gin cocktail that had peppercorns in it that wasn't very good. Our server picked up on it and offered to replace the drink which was nice. My partner enjoy his first Negroni, but noted the second one didn't taste quite the same. Overall, good dining experience. read more

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I had such a great experience at East End! The food was absolutely delicious and the menu itself was surprisingly intricate and creative--there were so many unique options that it took us a while to decide what to order (in the best way!). We came during happy hour (5-6 PM) and got the $12 oysters, which were super fresh and perfectly prepared. Such a steal for the quality! A special shoutout to our server Anne--she was amazing! She was so sweet, attentive, and genuinely helpful with her recommendations. Everything she suggested turned out to be fantastic, and her warm energy really added to the experience. If you're in Alameda and want great food, thoughtful service, and a cool menu, definitely check this place out. read more

East End - Happy hour oysters - Pizza Near Me - Alameda, California

East End has done it again! Made a reservation for 2 to dine here Saturday night. Upon arrival, we were seated right away due to our reservation. Service and Staff: - I didn't catch our server's name, but she was fantastic! She's one of maybe two or three servers who can take your order without writing anything down and get your entire order correct. This never happens! I made sure to let her know how great she is. Food: - Margarita: always a hit. Nice and citrusy - Oysters: creamy, fresh, tasty - Fries: the fries come with three different sauces. One is a rendition of ketchup (more similar in flavor to tomato paste). One is a rosemary aioli, which was fun and unique. And one was a Calabrian chili aioli, which was my favorite. - Pizza: can't remember the name of the pizza, but ordered it with pepperoni on top (doesn't usually come with it) - Caesar Salad: tasty salad that comes with croutons and Parmesan cheese on top - Yardbird: fried chicken sandwich that was large in size and tasty with the coleslaw. Comes with your choice of fries or a house salad. Chose the house salad that came dressed with a very delicious Dijon champagne dressing. We couldn't get enough of it! Overall, had yet another great experience here and am excited to go back again. read more

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The first restaurant I've been to that hasn't greeted customers with a smile or said hi when we arrived. We were greeted by the host stating the number of people in our family. We ordered 2 pizzas, 3 drinks and an appetizer. No good byes or thanks for coming as we left. We're accustomed to friendlier hospitality. read more

As part of my Alameda Restaurant Week exploration, I spent time at East End documenting their offerings. They maintain a friendly, changing menu that keeps things interesting. The pizzas feature great toppings, but they also serve interesting pasta and meat dishes worth noting. Paul, the owner, is an artist with food - you can see his creativity throughout the menu. The non-pizza items are definitely worth checking out. It's upscale, but in a distinctly Alameda way that remains approachable. read more

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Ooops I did it again !!! U am a big fan of pizza and last night I ordered from east end I live across the street .. the pizza was the best hands down the flavor is out of this world wood fire pizza !!!! The crust alone has so much flavor.. I went last night and had to have another one tonight !!! lol I don't eat pizza two days in a row .. but I had too it's a think crust and like other pizzas not a stuff piled on top.. and it works .. I always thought this place was good or that place was good but the true winnner is east end !!! Hands down its gourmet pizza at its finest and u am a lucky guy I live right across the street.. with that the inside is just a relaxing atmosphere classy first date class vey cozy place on park st !!! I can't go back to other pizzas this is my spot pop in you may have to make reservations check on line but worth the experience.. I believe they are closed Sunday's and mondays .. but Friday nights will be my pizza night !!! I got an all meat with garlic and basil!!! A bite of heaven!!! They don't hold back the menu has other items that just sounds great . If I can get passed this pizza I will try the other items !!! Thank you !! East end read more

East End - All meat with garlic and basil alll fresh !!! - Pizza Near Me - Alameda, California

I had an impressive dining experience here! I love the interior and location of this place, it's really nice. The service was amazing, our server was really attentive to us. All of the staff were warm and welcoming. The food was amazing! For cocktails, I had the Kool Time which has gin, lemon juice, and a hint of mint - super refreshing. I also had a chance to try their old fashioned (not pictured), it was also really good. The appetizer, chicken wings, were amazing! The buttermilk sauce added the perfect zing to the sweet sauce on the wings. We asked for hot sauce and the server gave us a homemade chili sauce that the chef made - the spice level was perfect. We ordered the meat combo pizza, and as someone who lived in NYC for a couple of years, this is hands down one of the best pizzas I had in the west coast. We also had the pappardelle - amazing ragu sauce! It has lamb but it doesn't taste gamey. The meat was super tender, very flavorful. The Linguini with Clams was packed with garlic, so good! The wood-oven chicken was super juicy. To end, we had the peach cobbler which was baked to perfection! I super appreciate that they accommodated us as a walk-in. Next time, we will definitely make a reservation. read more

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The restaurant was empty but they stayed open to make us a yummy dinner. I enjoy the seasonal offerings which currently include fresh corn on the cob and a refreshing watermelon and tomato salad. This is a good place for vegetarians. read more

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I used to enjoy this place before Covid--everything was always wonderful. This time, however, was disappointing. We had a dinner reservation at 5:00 pm and ordered a lot of food, but everything came out slowly and one at a time. Our pizza didn't arrive until 6:15. Then, right after it was finally served, the hostess (with grey hair) came to our table and told us we needed to finish and leave by 7:00 pm because they had another reservation. Considering how late our food came, I felt this was extremely inconsiderate, unprofessional, and rude. Poor service and very inconsiderate! The service felt rushed and very disappointing. Management really needs to address this--especially with the hostess, who should be welcoming and cheerful, not dismissive. I'm sharing this because I hope management takes it seriously and makes improvements. read more

Innovative without being trendy. All the food we've tried has been great, the pizza deserves a special shoutout. Nice selection of beer.

Good ol East End, I haven't been here in many years. Lately I've been craving cheese pizza and a martini. Guess what? East End has both. Walked in solo, was greeted at the front by a lovely lady, I sat at the bar. The place was busy at 5pm on a Wednesday. Shawn or Sean (bartender) quickly made me feel welcomed. Sorry if I spelled your name wrong. The decor was very modern, classy but casual. I started off with a kolsch. Ordered a cheese pizza. It's been a few years since I've been here so I forget what the pizza is like. If you want to know if a place has good pizza, you try the cheese. Pizza, nice crust, I had it baked slightly longer so there was a little char at the bottom, just how i like it. The sauce on the pizza was tasty it had a slight tang. I was worried that the pizza would have too much cheese but it had the perfect amount. I want to say it almost had a umami truffle taste to it. Zero flop. Damn it was good. I could've finished the whole pizza if wanted but i didn't. Ordered a dirty martini, Shawn/Sean did not disappoint. I wished they had more of a typical martini glass but it was really good, I would've sipped it out of a cup. I end up ordering another one. There's nothing bad I can say about this place, if you're coming solo, sit at the bar. Friends and family? Make a reservation just in case. Thanks Shawn/Sean for being a great bartender! read more

East End - Cheese pizza, slightly charred at the bottom, the way I like it - Pizza Near Me - Alameda, California

Great fresh pasta. Amazing cocktails... the pizza is great and the name is East End Pizza, but don't shy away from the fresh made pasta.

Staff was friendly and there was no wait. The pizza was personally too oily for me but we still liked it. I would just pat it down with some napkins but I was too lazy lol. The oysters were also good but small. I saw a lot of people get to go orders and they pick it up at the window area which was cool because I did not expect that haha. Would definitely come again and try other dishes or pizzas, and their cocktails! read more

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Was looking for a mushroom pizza and remembered a pizza place in food court market in Alameda. Sat by the door at the bar, I won't do a Friday night happy hour again. Oysters were cool but my taste buds did a little break dance with the Carbonara. I would propose marriage to this dish. read more

Overpriced, skimpy on the toppings, and can't seem to manage to put extra red sauce on a pizza, despite numerous requests. I would recommend Marley G's, down the street. Or even Round Table. Both are superior to this place. read more

We were unsure of coming here because the past times we had to use a QR code to order which is really annoying. But this time we were happy with our service. They have removed the QR codes which was a major game-changer. Our waitress was super nice and helpful and was so sweet to us. The food tasted great, we've never had a problem with the food here. I do have to say, though, I got the simple pasta and it wasn't enough food for me or my younger brother. We got seated right away and it looked like everyone else was having a good experience. The interior is great. The bar and table seating were nice and the lighting was not too bright or too dark. read more

My friend and I came to eat oysters here on their happy hour special. The oysters are $12 for a dozen, $1 an oyster. We had to worse food poisoning from it for a week. It was absolutely terrible, constant pain and discomfort for a week. The oysters tasted normal as oysters tasted, but perhaps the preparation for it was not adequate. I personally have lost quite a bit of weight from the food poisoning. The ambiance and service was fine. read more

East End - Oysters - Pizza Near Me - Alameda, California

Finally got to try this place! And while the food was delicious...I don't think we'll become regulars. Pros: the food was delicious and well prepared, the cocktail (urban farmboy) I got was great...not too sweet or too strong, they had a kids menu, the vibe is kind of fun, service was decent and they handled my odd severe allergy well by being aware of cross contamination Cons: we found it to be a bit pricey for what we got and portion sizes on the smaller side, they don't seem to allow customizations/ alterations...I can't have most cheeses but can tolerate Parmesan relativity well. They wouldn't allow me have the cheese put onto the pizza be Parmesan, I could only get it with no cheese and a side of Parmesan. So the Parmesan wasn't melted onto the pizza which I really enjoy. And many of their menu items have cheese. So I found that a little bit tricky to order something I would really enjoy and find worth the experience of eating out.... Lastly, when we entered there was no one waiting to be seated. When the hostess came over to seat us there were 2 other groups. When she went to seat people she didn't check to see who was there first, and actually seated the group who had arrived last. Plus didn't check to see if we needed a high chair. So in conclusion, food was delicious but the experience we had didn't match the price we paid. If I'm paying $150 for a dinner...I expect it to be a 5 star experience. read more

Best oyster happy hr around, wish i got a few more rounds, $12/doz. Pizza is stellar, great space, impeccable service, nice to have an elevated restaurant in Alameda read more

East End - Pizza Near Me - Alameda, California

Tried to come here for dinner tonight. There were 8 of us. They told us they only seat 6. we said that's fine, no worries, we'll sit at two separate tables. They told us no. A restaurant that was completely empty on a Saturday night, turned down 8 hungry people trying to eat. He, one of the owners (has glasses, grey hair, beard, and taller/bigger dude) told us that he didn't want us "disturbing his dining room" - said he was worried if we were at two tables, we'd be talking and disturbing others. Wait what? Are you telling me a restaurant refused our business for no rational reason?! The food is not even that good, but damn, what a weird situation! First time for everything i guess. Tip - don't come here with groups of 7+. Pro tip probably just don't come here. read more

Great cocktails, pizza, pasta, or anything else they serve. Excellent service and a good people watching restaurant.

Even during COVID, the East End experience is still perfection. A couple days ago we decided to splurge on our family dinner. We ordered the grilled escarole, Meat Combo pizza, mushroom risotto, pie-in-a-cup, and two different cocktails. Every item was delicious and the best part was that it was a meal our entire family enjoyed together. We have a 5 year old who is extremely picky and 99% of the time never eats what we eat. He declared that East End is the best pizza he's ever had and even asked if he could have some for breakfast this morning. We've been loyal East End diners from the very beginning and will continue to be as long as they're around! read more

Needed a bite before going to the airport. Strolled in here to a half empty restaurant and was told without a reservation we could sit at the bar. Which we did. Bartender was pleasant and efficient despite our not ordering drinks. Pizza was weird. Honestly, I felt like it was a flour tortilla with sauce. Ordered the meat lovers and while there technically was meat in it - it wasn't enough to "love". Between the diffident attitude of the hostess (who is either the owner or manager) and the crappy pizza we won't be back. read more

EXCELLENT PIZZAS! Service was great! If you're a fan of oysters go during their happy hour 5 to 6 daily! Cocktails are superb! read more

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