Best pizza in the bay. I used to come to their Embarcadero location with my family. Had a snafu…read morewith uber eats, and they took care of it right away. The people are friendly and wonderful. Their San Rafael location is clean and beautiful. Yay!

Love these guys. Pizza is always solid. We had their pepperoni the other day, yummyread more

We are the exception to the fan club, but we picked up two pizzas and two salads to go and our…read moreguests and we were barely able to eat the salads and had to throw out the pizzas. The tomato and basil pizza was burnt so badly that it was inedible. It was beyond horrible. Yet, it was boxed and sealed and we were charged for it. The meat one was charred on one side and raw on the other. It wasn't edible. The wedge salad was whole and mostly iceberg lettuce with some tomato and one tub of ranch dressing. The house salad had onions, which we specifically asked be omitted when we ordered. The dressing was supposed to be on the side, but had spilled out. Things they couldn't control but didn't help: cars were parked in the loading area. There was no other parking and we had to park three blocks away and walk there and back. Since there's no way to check the order there, by the time I walked with the food knowing that house guests were waiting, and my husband was very ill, I just drove home. I could have walked back, waited another hour and hoped for less horrible food?

Food 5/5 Tried the pizza and loved it, it had plenty of…read moretoppings, tons of flavor, and a perfectly crispy crust. We enjoyed this spot so much that we visited twice in one week! We did half Hawaiian and half pepperoni with jalapeños. Customer Service 5/5 The staff was always friendly to us, which we truly appreciated, especially when visiting small towns when we are not from the area. We felt so welcomed. Ambience 5/5 The ambience was lovely, we especially loved the large windows with great views, and the booths were very comfortable. They also have a bar ! Cleanliness 5/5 We noticed the staff thoroughly cleaning the tables, very clean! Wait Time 5/5 Fair wait time ! Cost 4/5 It was a bit on the pricier side for a pizza shop, maybe because we ordered half and half on one pizza. For the size and portion, one pizza felt a little more costly, but the quality and taste were definitely worth it overall! Drinks 5/5 We loved their selection of beer and really enjoyed our drinks!

Excellent. This IS pizza…read more Small menu, HUGE flavor! Stumbled onto this spot while surfing GOOGLE Maps and some "teaser" came up and I clicked on it. A few words in and a glance at some pics, I was sold. Here's where my next pizza is coming from. Shot out a quick text to my buddy in SF and eagerly awaited 5:00 PM opening time. I love pizza. It's kind of the perfect food for me. I could eat it every day. I'm somewhat of a pizza stalker, (arrest me) and this is as good as it gets. We shared a MARGHERITA pizza. Tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil. My buddy had a beautiful large portion HOUSE CAESAR. Little gems, anchovy, lemon, breadcrumbs, parmigiano, reggiano. A delicious craft cocktail for me: NONNO'S CARDIGAN- bourbon, meletti, black walnut, orange zest. The rotating hazy beer for my buddy.... Dig it baby, the only thing missing was a live jazz trio. I was so pleased that I returned a couple hours later with my wife and we had a delicious mushroom pizza.. Great "speakeasy vibe" with expert, classy interior design/decorating work. Truly a jewel in downtown San Rafael which definitely needs something to sparkle. And, it is located above top-notch restaurant, Vin Antico on fourth Street. Now you have two reasons to visit downtown. If a picture is worth 1000 words, here is a mouthful. Food for thought, have a peek. "He that keeps not crust nor crum Weary of all, shall want some." (I stole that from "Willy the Shake", you know-neither a borrower nor a lender be.)

Finally Tried Oliver's Pizza -- Worth the Wait (Literally)…read more I finally checked out Oliver's Pizza in San Rafael, and it did not disappoint. Know Before You Go There are no reservations, no phone number, and no call-in orders. If you want pizza, you'll need to show up and order in person. It's a little old school--and honestly a bit inconvenient--but once you're there, it works. Also, Oliver's operates out of Vin restaurant downstairs, so your final bill comes from Vin, not Oliver's. The Wait We went on a Thursday around 7:30pm and waited about 30 minutes. Not bad. They've set up a comfortable waiting area with couches and chairs, and you can order drinks from the restaurant while you wait, which helps. The Space The dining room is small and cozy, with a few seats at the bar. It feels intimate, not crowded. The Food The margherita pizza was excellent--thin crust with the right balance of crisp and chew, and a great ratio of tomato sauce to mozzarella. The Caesar salad, on the other hand, was a bit heavy. Slightly overdressed and on the salty side. I'd recommend asking for it lightly dressed. Overall Despite a few quirks in how they operate, this place delivers where it counts--the pizza. Definitely worth trying, and it feels like one of those spots that will only get better as they fine-tune things. A cozy addition to downtown San Rafael.

This place, conveniently located near Fourth & Lincoln in San Rafael makes outstanding pizzas and…read moresubs. My go-to pizza is called Drag It Through the Garden, which is awfully named considering the variety of toppings on the pizza. I removed the artichoke hearts and broccoli, substituting these with Italian sausage and lingua. It's delicious. The crust is chewy without being soggy. And my go-to sub is the Meatball Parmesan. The meatballs are huge and the sauce is savory. Extreme pizza has a rewards card, whereby you purchased 10 of one particular item you get a free item. I've gotten free meatball subs at least three times now, so that tells you how much I like them. They also throw in a bag of Lays Classic chips for free. The truth is, everything sounds good on the menu here. If you are considering takeout, your order will be ready in 15 to 20 minutes. The staff there is courteous and attentive. Plus they're open seven days a week until at least 9 PM, with 10 PM for Friday & Saturday nights. Check it out and see if you don't agree with me.

I enjoy that the pizzas here have more adventurous options that are more than just pepperoni,…read morecheese, combo, etc.. with that being said, I have ONLY tried their ghostwave pizza and I've only ordered delivery so my review can't speak for anything else but THE GHOST WAVE PIZZA?! SO GOOD! Sausage, green bell pepper, ghost pepper cheese, mascarpone, and HONEY... I was skeptical at first but man is it good If you enjoy sausage pizzas with a little heat and a little sweet, consider trying this pizza!!!

It was a very cozy vibe and the food was great. Staff was also very kind. Only thing is food did…read moretake some time. Still good!

I make weekend visits to San Rafael about every other month. This month was no different…read more Red Rooster is usual at the top of my list. It is easy to find, close to parking garage, owners are very friendly and the food is fresh and tasty! I love the clam chowder I wish the bowls were bigger! So good! I added an Asian salad which I'm will definitely have again. I was full but just kept eating it! We also had Cheesy Balls! Oh my goodness so good! Must order! The fries fresh and tasty! Homey and welcoming, service with a smile, dine in and take out always fresh and delicious. Can't wait to go back soon! Very homey and inviting! You should visit if you get the chance.

I haven't visited in a few years, but used to dine in at least once a week when my kids were young…read more Pizza still hits the spot! Lots of parking and comfortable booth seating. It is a bit on the small side, and can get very loud. On the Sunday afternoon we visited, there was a game on TV and several patrons sitting at the counter watching. It was very loud! Our server was nice and turned the TV volume down when requested. The margarita pizza was tasty and a good value. I would return.

I've eaten here many times over the years and both the Pizza and sandwiches were always hot, fresh,…read moreand delicious. Now, a few years later, it's gone completely downhill and both the food and service were very poor. The front sign still says "Brooklyn Pizza", but the music inside was loud Mexican mariachi-style music. Inside, one of the rooms was unused and stacked with old, dusty furniture. We ordered sandwiches and pasta, and both seemed like they were pre-made and just warmed up - definitely not made with fresh ingredients. We kept having to flag down a server to find out where our food was, ask for utensils, etc. and it took forever for us to get our food. Sadly, I won't be returning to this once great restaurant.

Stefano's is clearly a local favorite, given you often see their boxes at school events, camp…read morelunches, and neighborhood gatherings all the time. So I wanted to like it more than I actually do. Here's my main issue: the sauce situation. There's barely any on the pizza by default, and if you want what I'd consider a normal amount of sauce, they charge extra for it. That feels a bit like charging extra for a burger to actually have seasoning. The cheese is fine, the crust is fine, the toppings are fine. Everything is solidly in "okay" territory. Nothing offensive, but nothing that makes me think "I need to order from here" either. Skip the wings. They taste like they've been reheated from frozen, often arrive soggy, and have this thick breading that slides right off. Worse, they're frequently overcooked to the point where the bones actually splinter inside the meat, which is both unappetizing and kind of concerning. Just not worth ordering. The staff is genuinely friendly, which counts for something. There's a private parking lot, so no circling the block looking for a spot. And the coupons they mail out regularly do bring the price down to a reasonable level compared to other chain pizza places in the area. I wouldn't go out of my way to order from Stefano's, but I seem to be in the minority here. Plenty of people clearly love it. There's a reason it's become the default pizza for so many local schools and camps. Kids especially seem to be fans, and if you're feeding a crowd on a budget with their coupons, it gets the job done. It's a perfectly serviceable neighborhood pizza place that works well for many people, just not my first choice. If you're curious, maybe start with just a pizza (extra sauce, trust me) and form your own opinion.

Ordered a combo pizza, felt like the ingredients were a bit light, not teriffic…read more Chicken tenders were lightly breaded, real tenders, not sure if they're made in house but I hope so! An order of tenders also comes with a couple dipping sauces you can choose from bbq/ranch/bleu cheese

I love the food here especially their eggplant parmesan. I ran out of the house today with no…read morebreakfast or lunch. All I could think about while traveling home, was my fav dish (eggplant parmesan). Oh happy day, Gaspare's in San Rafael is now OPEN FOR LUNCH! Service is always friendly and professional, and it was this afternoon as well. Thank you Philip . Portions are generous here, so I went home with dinner. The ambiance is relaxed casual. Sports channels were on, but the pop jazz music set a warm cozy afternoon vibe. I recommend. My husband went back in the evening and brought home a BBQ chicken pizza. Uh oh! A new favorite!

Love that this location has ample parking. That is the only downside of the Geary location. The…read moreservice was nice, but a bit on the slow side and our food came extremely late with one item forgotten. That was ok because we were full and they gave us a comp bruschetta because it was made by mistake. The pasta was good, but we always order the Bruce and it didn't taste as good as the Geary location. It was just ok. Overall, nothing beats the original location, our hearts are always loyal to them growing up in the Richmond district, but here is good as well.

Great atmosphere always a nice staff, friendly, efficient and the best pizza in the Bay Area…read more Delicious vegetarian lasagna and great veggie soup with a wide selection of exotic beers and a good wine list. All the employees from the cashier to the kitchen staff are always friendly, in a good mood, and charming. Very good music list - eclectic, good jazz and more ! Clever names of the pizzas such as Bitches Brew (a nod to Miles Davis) , or Peter Paul, and Pesto. @A whiter shade of pale" I believe that was the Moody Blues record? What else could you ask for? How 'bout a new pizza named "Maybe I'm Amazed"? Make it at least a weekly event!! A good reason to cross the bridge.......

We were in the area after a run and found this gem on Yelp. I was surprised to find so many vegan…read moreoptions! We ordered the Young At Heart vegan pizza and added the macadamia nut ricotta (a must try!). The service was quick & friendly, the food was perfect! The restaurant had a casual and relaxing vibe. We'll be stopping by again!

LOVE this place!! My husband doesn't like pizza and even he loves it! First of all the dough is…read moredelicious. Then they put wonderful ingredients on it - the most delicious cheeses and meats. The ambience is great... I want their playlist!!! We come as a family with my loud kids pretty early, but I think it would be a cute date spot too. They have good drinks. Don't forget the gelato!!! Oh and service always welcoming and kind

I had a pleasant experience at Hot Italian in downtown San Rafael. My husband and I came in on a…read moreFriday night, and even though it started to get a little busy as the evening went on, we were seated right away, which was a nice. We ordered the Caesar salad and it was absolutely delicious, definitely something I would recommend with fresh cracked pepper YUM. We also tried an arugula based pizza, which was fresh, flavorful, and really well done. We enjoyed the meatballs as an app too. Overall, the food and service were both very good, and the atmosphere was chill without being overwhelming. We look forward to coming back again soon.