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    Hesher's Pizza

    4.6 (108 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Gluten-Free, Vegan
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    CANADIAN TUXEDO
    James H.

    They have the best pizza in the Bay! I went on a night they were having a show and I'm not going to hold you, I need to go back for the live music! The crowd wasn't one I would normally hang around but I think I'm about to make an exception! They were chill! The service was great and I missed my train ride home for this Canadian Tuxedo, that's how good it is!

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    Steve D.

    On a chilly Sunday, I noticed Doordash was offering 25%-off to try Hesher's Pizza in Oakland. So I decided to order a "Hesh Law" regular size pizza. Wow, this is a good pizza. I like combo pizzas, and the Hesh Law is a supreme pizza. Don't let the rectangular shape fool you, this isn't a Detroit-style slab pizza like they serve at Square Pie Guys. My pizza had a thinner crust, and a thick layer of toppings that carried strong flavors. The serrano peppers gave each bite a dose of heat. A regular Hesh Law pizza is about 9" x 12" and has 8 slices (squares). Also, Parmesan Cheese comes in cute little "baggies." Well worth a try next time you're in Oakland.

    Nic A.

    I only tried one pizza. It was all meat.it was decent. My favorite part was the crust. Decent pizza spot with a decent vibe.

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    Rudy G.

    I'm giving this two stars because the service and the atmosphere are pretty amazing. It's a hard-core/metal/punk bar that just happens to sell pizza for some reason. But the pizza that they sell is very bad. I've actually had better frozen pizza. I thought it was because it's a square pie style, which I don't typically like, but I've had square pies that I thought were amazing like Prince Street in New York and Square pie guys in San Francisco. This pizza is on par with places like Domino's or Little Caesars.

    Jenny H.

    I came on a Friday night and it was a chill atmosphere. Parking was easy to find. I got a flight and my favorite was the pear cider. Absolutely sweet and delicious! The pineapple jalapeño pizza was really good! It definitely has that kick of spice. The pizza with blue cheese and blueberry was interesting. I personally did not like it but I think it's worth trying if you want to venture. The pizza quality is great. I loved it and honestly I'm not a big pizza lover. However, you do have to wait a while for the pizza so if you're going to chat for a while - I recommend ordering first. There was on staff doing everything when I was there and she is super kind and friendly.

    TOMB MOLD
    Krupa T.

    We ordered on DoorDash and out dasher accidentally got the wrong order. Hesher's did a great job of notifying DoorDash who notified us and they actually still had our pizza at the restaurant so we could pick it up. The pizza was definitely worth it!! The luau one was delicious but a little spicy for me (in a good way)! The tomb mold was definitely the highlight! It was delicious and I wanted to keep coming back for more!

    Hesher's Law quite spicy
    Nicole C.

    Good pizza great service. 3*5 stars! I ordered heshers law, very spicy, seranno peppers on it. I love spicy but too much for me.. the flavors of all the ingredients together were too intense for me, very rich. Atleast I tried it, it wouldn't be a regular spot though for me, this is pie is definitely niche. I also didn't love the sausage they use, being Italian they weren't great. I pretty much knew though from looking at Yelp the sausage wouldn't be anything special, so not too disappointed.

    Two custom pizzas
    April W.

    Great pizza, fun casual atmosphere. Music is on point for the theme. Haven't played any of the pinball and games but looks like fun and see kids partaking. It's never too crowded. I order either a small custom pizza or the Mutate for 2-3 people. Recommend

    Create Make Your Own Pizza
    Amy B.

    Hesher's is definitely one of my favorite pizza spots in Oakland! They have so many delicious flavor combos or you can create your own; both are delicious! They are always super generous with the toppings and I find the crust to be the perfect thickness for my preference. They have a really good amount of seating inside and I love that they have a stash of games available. It's also a short walk from the water at Jack London Square so it's perfect to take for a picnic!

    Ana C.

    I was craving a pizza and the Coffins Choice satisfied all the right taste buds! No complaints, cute packaging, only request maybe to have it a bit more crispy. All in all I will def be recommending Heshers

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    Koda H.

    If you are ever visiting Oakland you absolutely need to visit this pizza place! I can say it's hands down the best pizza I've ever had in my entire life and I'm honestly so sad that I don't like closer because I would be eating this weekly. They offer a variety of pizzas and drinks. I got their peach cider which tasted amazing and I cannot stand the taste of alcohol so that's saying something. Once you're done dining they have a small arcade full of pinball machines and a racing game. The staff were super friendly and funny too! Overall 10/10 experience I genuinely cannot wait to visit again!

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    Nina C.

    Rounding up for the cool atmosphere and great service. Lots of rock n roll pinball machines and metal decor. The pizza itself was missable and the wait epically long. Convenient location to grab a bite before the show

    Anand P.

    Great place to grab some authentic delicious tasting pizza. The menu has some very unique pizza options. I went with the all veggie and the sausage with veggie pizzas. Both were super delish. Tons of beer offerings on tap! They also have a delicious root beer as well. Plenty of seats and the coolest part is the 20 pinball machines they got! If you love pinball, then this is your spot! Music is heavy metal so be sure that's your thang !

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    Hesher's is rad! They have the three p's...pinball, pints, and pizza. And the coffin's choice is so good, early grave or not. Awesome spot!

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    Pizza is amazing and creative flavs! Very addictive. Can't wait to visit storefront! Secret gem in a tough world

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    Best Pizza in Oakland. Friendly Staff. Cool metal bar with pin ball if you are into that.

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    June's Pizza - Special: Pepperoni ($36) was just as amazing as the margarita but elevated with thick slices of meaty pepperoni!

    June's Pizza

    4.5(331 reviews)
    1.7 miWest Oakland
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    We found this gem during the height of Covid and have not turned back, back when you would call and…read moreshow up at pick up time. I'd be lying if I say I don't dream about this cheese crusted pizza. Every time I come, I realize I don't come enough and dread the thought of it going away again. The cheese? Fresh AF. The dough? DOUGHY and crunchy and everything you'd want in a pizza dough . The sauce? UHMAZING. I see food outlets highlighting this pizza and I'm conflicted- I want to ensure the success of June's while simultaneously keeping this my little Hidden gem. Until next time, June's.

    Finally had the chance to the June's pizza!…read more Located near a brewery (perfect combo... pizza and beer) June's pizza is a fast pace pizza restaurant where there's not a lot of option to choose from. Margherita, pepperoni or their weekly special. Straight to the point and full of cheese. Service is quick and seamless, you order, you pay and you wait either for takeout or dine in. Though not a lot of tables, I feel as if it's better suited to take to go to maybe eat with beer next door or even to take home! I got the 1/2 margherita and 1/2 pepperoni. It hit the spot and defo satisfied my pizza cravings. Cooked in a wood oven pizza, drizzled with olive oil on the crust- it was beautiful, magnificent and delicious. I was truly in awe watching the process of making the pizza tbh Not quite sure if I'd go back due to the lack of parking but defo worth the wait for pizza! Bay Area staple

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    June's Pizza - Margherita ($32) was fantastic! Love the fresh basil and shredded cheese. Crust is fluffy like Neapolitan but slices as large as NY!

    Margherita ($32) was fantastic! Love the fresh basil and shredded cheese. Crust is fluffy like Neapolitan but slices as large as NY!

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    Spinning Dough

    4.6(504 reviews)
    1.7 miWest Oakland
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    So sad that Spinning Dough will be closing their Oakland restaurant on April 20. Had to stop by one…read moremore time for a round of pizzas. Jeff, the owner and pizza maker, is so nice, warmly welcoming us upon arrival and inquired if we'd prefer indoor or outdoor seating. Beautiful day so opted for outdoor on their expansive back patio. Miso mushroom - new to me, savory and bright flavor. Yuzu and lemon acidity cuts into the savory of the mushroom and miso. Might be one of my new favorites. Soppresata - an OG item on the menu and one of my favorites. Simple classic pizza with soppresata topped with scallions and honey. Savory, sweet. The honey is perfect on this pizza. Longanisa - Filipino inspired with longanisa, baked egg, and tomato. Savory and sweet. Heaviest of the three pizzas. Comes with a side of sweet vinegar to drizzle on top. All three of these pizzas easily are favorites for me. They're super large and best to share with 2-3 people. All thin crust. 6 of us had these three pizzas and were able to finish it but were super stuffed. Wishing the best to Jeff and Spinning Dough's next adventure.

    I have been wanting to try this place for a while, but it took the news of them closing to get me…read morethere. At least I got to go a couple times before they closed and was able to try all the unique flavors that I wanted to try. The first time I went was with my family. We got a whole Ube pizza. The taste was good, and love the uniqueness of it. Even the dough is purple! There weren't that many people there when we went, so the service was quick. My second visit was closing weekend with a group of friends. I got to try two more flavors recommended by the server during my first visit - blackberry and longanisa. Both were very good in different ways. I think I preferred the blackberry slightly over longanisa. They had a lot of take out orders that day, and we got the last white dough (there were still Ube). Good thing we got what we got. Even though they were super busy, the service was still quick and pizza came out fast. I heard they opened up again in San Francisco but for take out only. So glad they reopened because after having the amazing pizzas right before they closed on Oakland, my friends and I were sad that we didn't go sooner. Can't wait to try again in the future.

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    4.3(35 reviews)
    1.6 miWest Oakland

    Pizzeria Violetta in the Prescott Market is such a great addition. They're doing a really…read moreincredible Oakland Restaurant Week (3/12-22) deal for $35 including one 18-inch specialty pizza, one entrée salad, and FOUR chocolate chip sea salt cookies (on weekdays only) during dinner hours around 4p-9p. We came, we saw, we ate, we conquered. Awesome deal, and those cookies...a huge win and crowd-pleaser. We did the Classic Caesar Salad and the Sweet Little Pig Pizza (pepperoni, brown sugar candied bacon, house made tomato sauce, cheese, basil). Loved the inclusion of the brown sugar candied bacon! I noticed they have a Hot Hawaiian Pizza with brown sugar cured pineapple that also looks divine. Also to note, they have hearty sandwiches like Chicken Parmesan on the menu, shareable appetizers like Jumbo Chicken Wings, and cocktails! Pro tip, make sure to order a side of the Buttermilk Basil Ranch..yum! I noticed kiddo options and did I also see a S'more pizza on the menu? Interior seating available, but can also sit in main dining hall or outside with your order too. We will be back. Thank you for the sweet note on our pizza box :)

    Pizzeria Violetta in Oakland is firing on all cylinders right now, especially with their current…read moreRestaurant Week special. Their pizzas are already reliably delicious, but this deal is genuinely outstanding value since you get a large 18" pizza, your choice of a Caesar or dinner salad, and four very large sea salt chocolate chip cookies, all for $35. We grabbed two of these specials for a group of six and still had leftovers, so I'd say one combo easily feeds three people and could probably stretch to four as long as no one is absolutely starving. The pizzas themselves are ultra thin but still hold up structurally since you can lift and fold each slice without everything collapsing, which is exactly how I like to inhale my pizza. I personally wish the crust were just a touch more burnt and crackly on the edges, but even without that extra char, the flavor and bouncy chew of the dough were spot on. We ordered the Hot Italian and the Sausage & Roasted Garlic pies and absolutely loved both, especially the housemade sweet Italian sausage that appears on each, which is savory, slightly sweet, and super satisfying in every bite. Their house tomato sauce deserves its own shout out because it hits that ideal balance of sweetness and acidity and ties everything together perfectly. On the Sausage & Roasted Garlic it plays beautifully with the rich roasted garlic purée, and on the Hot Italian it stands up nicely to the Calabrian chilis and chili oil without getting lost. The sea salt chocolate chip cookies that come with the special are huge and packed with chocolate chips, and that little hit of salt really enhanced the flavors but the something about the texture was a bit off for me as it wasn't quite chewy or crumbly but rather something in between, which left me a little confused. Another big plus is that Violetta has a full bar so you can pair your meal with a beer, a glass of wine, or a cocktail to match whatever pie you are in the mood for. Between the quality of the ingredients, the thoughtfulness of the flavor combinations, and the generosity of the Restaurant Week deal, Pizzeria Violetta is an easy recommend and a spot I would happily return to with a group (or by myself with plenty of leftovers!).

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    Dimond Slice Pizza - Artichoke/crimini,feta today! Spectacular

    Dimond Slice Pizza

    4.7(820 reviews)
    3.3 miDimond District, Lower Hills
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    Family-owned & operated
    Vegetarian friendly

    I love coming to this place! The pizzas are fantastic and they always have a gluten-free option. I…read morealso like it because it's priced right. I feel like I'm not being punished because I cannot eat wheat and the pizza is very, very, very good. I usually don't have the way more than five minutes once I get to the pizzeria. Because my pizza is ready. Contrast that to another place where I would go, have to go to the front and order my pizza, and then get in a very very very very very very very very, very, very very long line and ask for my pizza. I pity the person who doesn't read the directions telling them to do this and weights for up to an hour in a line and find out that they have the weight even longer for their pizza to be ready. This place is fast and efficient. The inside is fine. It is nice and clean and while there aren't a lot of people there, it seems well taken care of. I think the reason why there aren't so many people there because most of the pieces are taken to go. But that's just a guess. This is a spot with a very good pizza and it comes at a decent price. I'd recommend it to anyone.!

    My husband wanted to stop by since he had this spot bookmarked. Their vegetarian pizza menu changes…read moredaily, which is a similar concept to Sliver and Cheeseboard. We were able to park across the street in a free parking lot since street parking is null in the area. There were only a few customers when we arrived at 1:30pm on a Saturday. The pizza of the day was a mushroom pie, without the mushroom since my husband dislikes it. The cheese was thick and the crust could've been cooked longer so that it would be crispier. Not sure if the pizza didn't taste as good since it was customized, but I would like to give it another try if I'm ever in the area again. The cost of a whole pizza is $25, which is on the steeper side given that there is no protein.

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    Dimond Slice Pizza - Vegetarian pizza with tomatoes. Spinach, red onion, peppers, artichoke and mushrooms.

    Vegetarian pizza with tomatoes. Spinach, red onion, peppers, artichoke and mushrooms.

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    Arizmendi Bakery - Organic sourdough thin-crust pizza of the day

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    4.6(1.8k reviews)
    2.0 miLakeshore, Lower Hills
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    Arizmendi is my absolute FAVORITE. I've been coming here for about 20 years and will continue to…read morefor as long as I am capable. Sometimes, the pizzas are a little overcooked which causes the crust to be extra crispy and a little burnt. But it doesn't change the deliciousness of it. It doesn't matter what they put on the pizza of the day, I know it's going to be tasty. Arizmendi's pizza 100% makes me forget about meat on pizza. I have tried a couple of their baked goods, which have always been good as well. They also have soups of the day, which I surprisingly haven't tried. If you're ordering more than 1 pizza, I'd recommend calling ahead of time so that you don't have to wait a while. There's typically 2 cashiers, always a small line, but you'd be in and out under 30 minutes max. No music, just the sounds of pure hustle trying to get everyone served. There is limited indoor and outdoor seating so keep that in mind. Parking may be tricky as well as there are a lot of surrounding businesses.

    One challenge of coming here that came up today is that people are often stationed near the…read morecrosswalk or in front of the restaurant asking for signatures for various causes. Everyone has causes they care about, and many of us do our own advocacy in different ways, but not everyone wants to sign petitions while trying to cross the street or grab lunch. Today, one person became very insistent when I politely declined. He then accused me (and apparently others) of not wanting to engage because of his skin color, which was completely inappropriate and inaccurate. My decision had nothing to do with our skin .. I simply was not interested in signing anything or stopping to discuss a petition at that moment. It escalated to the point where two other women nearby also felt uncomfortable enough to respond. One said, "This is not the way to do it," and another said, "I don't even have money." It was unfortunate that his approach put people in that position. Just a heads up for anyone visiting: be prepared to be approached at the crosswalk, especially since the light can be long. On a positive note: the pizzeria itself was busy, but everyone inside was pleasant, I found a quiet corner to sit, the coffee was warm, and my $3 slice and $1.25 coffee hit the spot.

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    Delicious hot slice and a lemon ginger tonic mmm

    Arizmendi Bakery - 1 slice + bonus slivers: $3.75

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    1 slice + bonus slivers: $3.75

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