Came here a few times when they first opened, one of the best pizzas I've ever had…read more But they replaced the margherita with a tomato pie and no longer do specials. Tomato pie was not nearly as good and isn't worth the trip.

The menu is simple, with two choices: red pie or pepperoni. We couldn't decide, so we went…read morehalf-and-half, which turned out to be the perfect move. The crust is incredibly light and crispy, with an artisan style that I don't see in the Bay Area. The toppings are fresh, generously portioned (burrata... yum!), and everything feels thoughtfully put together without being fussy. Both halves were good, but the pepperoni was our favorite. You order at the counter, either for takeout or to eat there. Watching the open kitchen is part of the fun. You can see the whole process, and it runs like a well-oiled assembly line. They were surprisingly busy for a Monday night, but pizzas came out fast and piping hot. The atmosphere is lively and fun. There's a fridge stocked with bottles of beer, wine, and soda, plus red and white wine by the glass (and genuinely good!). There's a small parking lot, but it fills up, so you may need to park on the street. There's plenty of street parking around, although the area can feel a little iffy depending on where you end up.

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.

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.

My daughter and I get an 18-inch pie from this place every other weekend because she loves their…read moresweet little pig pie and pizza in general. I don't know why the pies cost so much, but they are only a few blocks from our place, so I want to support the few restaurants that set up shop in West Oakland. However, I'm starting to sour on this place. I don't mind overpaying for pizza; that's just edible, but on a few occasions, I've been appalled by what these folks try to get away with. A couple of months ago, they gave us a pie that was so burnt I had to call to complain, and they replaced it with a less burnt pie. Perhaps they don't know that extremely burnt food is full of carcinogens. This week, we ordered our usual 18-inch pie. This pie was a Frankenstein pie; half of it tasted like it had been sitting under the lamp all day. A telltale sign is how stiff the cheese is; the old dough feels as if I'm chewing on rubber, and the slices are stiff and salty overall, though some slices taste a bit fresher and crunchier. I was disappointed. If you're going to overcharge for mediocre pizza, the least you could do is give people what they are paying for. If I wanted old, stale pizza, I would've asked for the slices that sit under the lamp all day. Moving forward, if we order from this place, I will walk over, place the order, and wait for it, so we don't get cheated again. This place is a reminder of why certain restaurants often fail. The food is overpriced, and they are inconsistent with their service, if not disrespectful, in how they sometimes treat and feed their customers. We're not pigs; we just like eating the sweet little pig.

A delicious variety of pizzas available in the Prescott Market at Pizzeria Violetta!…read more You can order in person at the counter and enjoy their dine in or market patio seating. Or you can order on your phone and let them know if you're dining in or picking up. We ordered the Sweet Little Pig pizza which has pepperoni, candied bacon, and basil on top! I really liked the tiny pep they used, they curl up when baked. This pizza was the perfect combo of sweet and savory, I bet it would be even better with some balsamic drizzled on it too. We also ordered a side of their blue cheese and basil ranch. I didn't know ranch could get any better than plain ranch. Basil ranch was bright and also creamy. I've been here a few times before to watch a warriors game. They've got tons of seating and of course they stream all of the games. Great community vibes and you get to enjoy delicious pizza and drinks while you're here.

Simply put, this is the best pizza I've had in the bay…read more Great variety, classics and unique options. All of them were great.

Visited 8/23/26 -…read more20" Pesto 43 This was a family favorite. Everyone loved every topping from the mushroom to the red onion! This one packs a bigger punch than the buratta while still getting that sweet flavor profile! Dipping the crust with the blend of pesto and burrata was perfect would definitely order again. - 20" Buratta 45 This was amazing. I loved the dollops of the sweet buratta and the freshness from the basil. I found the crust lack luster but I just started dipping it in the buratta which went well!

This pizza was some of the best that I have ever had, and I have had over 50 years of pizza eating…read more I have also eaten pizza in Naples. Great vibes as well. Great people who own it. Love it.

Ordered delivery after being recommended by a friend…read more Got the Momo pizza as I saw it had pineapple- but was pleasantly surprised it also had ricotta and honey! Also got the tiramisu and ghost wings. I really liked the wings but the tiramisu was not my jam- could be yours! Would be excited to try it fresh at the restaurant!

The flavor profiles mixed with the sauce perfectly. The music was fun, the service was quick and…read morerespectful.

I ordered a slice of pizza and Diet Coke only to realize I had forgotten my wallet in another bag…read moreat home. Yep. Cancelled the order before it was handed to me but the staff insisted I take my pizza slice and coke for free. I obliged and insisted I pay next time, which I did. The highlight is not a cool Diamond pizza team although it was great to have thinly sliced Yukon potato pizza slice with pesto when I was very hungry without a significant time delay. The pizza itself is AMAZING. Just as I announced the Yukon potato pizza was my favorite I had marinated artichoke with Bulgarian feta. These innovative veggie combinations make meat toppings obsolete. Yes, I mean that. Also - Dimond pizza turns me into a Homer-Simpson-sees-a-donut pizza response customer.

Was headed home and hungry after a social event on a Friday, but thought it's a good time to give…read moreHeshers a try. Live in Jack London square but haven't tried Heshers since the Crooked City Cider changeover. So glad I gave this a try. While Heshers gives this punk rock, aggro vibe online, inside the staff were warm and super friendly. My bartender helped me find the right drink (a Humboldt blueberry cider at 11% abv) and then I ordered the Meat Fungus pizza (lots of ground meat plus mushrooms). Sat at the bar and enjoyed my cider as well as convo with the other guests and bartender. In about 20 min, my pizza was ready. I took everything to go but was home in minutes. Couldn't wait for the first bite, and was NOT disappointed. Crisp crust pizza... not quite Detroit. Not Sicilian... def not New York style. But absolutely delicious. Came with a few packets of Parmesan and crushed peppers. Added it all and it was too good to leave a single slice for tomorrow. I'll be back, Heshers! Take my money! And thank you!

Decent pizza with a nice crisp crust, and the red sauce is very good----nice tomato flavor with a…read morebit of sweetness. The beer list is abysmal, however; and it appears that they only have ONE wine available----and that's a Pinot Grigio! (No red wine in a pizza joint?) Nice ambience, and friendly, helpful staff. You definitely could do worse. So, with that backhanded compliment, RECOMMENDED.

Great pizza and cheesy bread. Beer is also good! We enjoyed this place. Will return.read more

Da Grubby is phenomenal. I just finished it and it is easily among the greatest pizzas I have had…read more Korean spiced and perfect. Whenever I am in town I will make a bee line to here. It's a great overall experience.

I actually haven't been here in quite some time. Very sad that they no longer make their awesome…read morepasta carbonara. * hint hint! That said, everything is usually Stella and good. Parking can be a challenge but this is one place that may just be worth it for the trouble.

We ordered delivery from this restaurant through DoorDash for the first time, and it didn't…read moredisappoint! We tried the meatballs, which came with bread, along with two pizzas--the Inferno and Lococo's Special. Everything was delicious and arrived still warm. The prices are a bit high--the meatballs, for example, were $16--but they were really good. Overall, this place is definitely worth a try!

D. Lish. I had to…read morekeep trying to make it to 85 characters to post a review. Anyways. The pizza is scrumptious.

Pizza Ponte on MacArthur in North Oakland, two brothers who basically reverse engineered what makes…read morea great NY slice. Grande mozzarella, Stanislaus tomatoes, cornmeal on the bottom of the crust. The research shows. Thin crust NY style holds up to the fold, blistered right at the edge, not floppy, not stiff. Green goddess is the sleeper pick, garlic chicken is the crowd favorite. Detroit style is also in rotation and lands just as well, pepperoni cups with ricotta on top is exactly what it sounds like. By the slice shop that actually does it right, which is rarer than it should be in Oakland. Go hungry, the 20 inch is a commitment