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I absolutely love this place for cute ambiance. They are at par with their customer service. In terms of food: the pizzas are delicious and crispy. Mushroom pizza is my personal favorite. You must definitely give them a try
Stopped by Rose Pizzeria for lunch in Berkeley. They have very limited indoor seating (1-2 tables) and a nice outdoor patio with more seating. Their kitchen is pretty tiny, with maybe 1-2 chefs. I went on a Friday afternoon and there was no wait. I don't think they'd really be able to accommodate a larger party (5+ people). Their menu is kind of limited, and I wasn't really excited about their pizza offerings. They don't allow substitutions or mixing flavors (half and half), and their flavors either had meat and cheese or veggies and cheese (didn't see any that mixed meat and veggies unfortunately). They did have a few unique flavors like one that combined feta with I think it was like apricot or some fruit? We ordered 2 Pepperoni & Basil pizzas for 3 people ($24/pizza). Our waiter was nice and the pizzas came out fairly quickly. The pizza was good, but didn't stand out to me. I did like the texture of the crust (very crunchy). I probably won't be back because I prefer combo-type pizza, but it's a nice lunch or dinner spot.
As someone from Brooklyn that has eaten pizza her whole life, I'm very critical about it. I can say Rose Pizzeria makes fantastic pizza. Their marinara sauce is perfectly sweet & not too acidic, perfect amount of cheese, and the taste of the dough in the pizza, plus the char on the crust was incredible- truly no notes for the Margherita pie. The Champione pie was a white pizza with mushrooms and charred leeks, this was sort of a 3.9/5 for me, and this is my personal opinion. Mushrooms and leeks are a good flavor combo, but I think it works better on pasta than as a pizza topping. Plentiful mushrooms in each bite, but I felt like they were competing with each other instead of complimenting each others. This review was for a takeout order (ordered in person, took 30 mins) and I can't wait to dine in person!
We ordered two pizzas about 1.5 hours in advance and the soonest scheduled pickup was at 4:45 PM. We arrived early around 4:15. I completely understand that arriving early doesn't automatically mean food should be ready early. I get restaurants want to make sure food stays fresh and hot, and they couldn't have known we would be there early. That said, what was frustrating was that once we were physically there waiting--and the restaurant/kitchen clearly was not busy--they still couldn't accommodate and begin making the pizzas. There was only one small table finishing up, no line of customers, or pickups walking in and out, no visible backlog of orders, and the dining area was clean/reset, making it clear they were not in the middle of a rush or large takeout order. We were told they would not start the pizzas until 4:30 and they'd be ready 15 minutes later--exactly at the scheduled pickup time. While I understand wanting to honor pickup windows, the inflexibility felt excessive given the circumstances. The pizza itself was fantastic and absolutely delicious, but the service/overall experience came across as indifferent and not particularly accommodating.
Best pizza in the city!!! So grateful we have one in SF. Caesar salad was huge and really fresh. We got the pepperoni and cheese. Both were so yummy. The crust is crisp but not too crisp and the red sauce was tangy and complimented the cheese really well. Can't wait to be back!
There was so much hype around rose pizzeria when they won best pizza at a world competition, we were sooo excited to try. So when the university is on spring break, we took the opportunity to make a reservation for an early dinner on a Friday. They have a patio but all the seats were taken so we sat inside. The menu had some very interesting entries and our eyes immediately honed in on she wolf (tomato sauce, burrata, olives and capers with garlic confit) and the seasonal appetizer strawberry burrata. Everything tasted great and the pizza dough definitely stands out. Maybe capers and olives made it a bit saltier but still very good. Not quite the mind blowing pizza we thought we would get but solid and delicious nonetheless
I've heard so much about Rose Pizzeria I finally made a reservation on Father's Day for 1:45. It was a bit busy and we could only sit inside. We started with the Spicy Caesar salad and it has a nice seat to it. We ordered 2 pizzas - old faithful and champione. I love the crust - instead of oily and flimsy it is crispy and stays flat instead of flopping over. The pizzas were a good size and we had leftovers. The pizza is definitely worth it.
I've been wanting to check out this place for some time now and it did not disappointed. They have an indoor and outside area, and the outside area is super cute and great for a nice sunny day. Tried the Tangerine & Burrata, Old Faithful, and the Alpine Gold, and the Alpine Gold was definitely my favorite. Loved the potatoes and the truffle cream, along with a very crispy crust. Expect the pizzas to come out in 10-20 minutes. Overall, really great experience with great service. Would highly recommend!
Was in Berkeley around lunchtime last week and got to try Rose Pizzeria for the first time, and I gotta say, I was impressed. For starters we went with the spicy Caesar salad, which was so good. Top 5 restaurant salads I've had, and would order every time. For pizzas we went with a cheese pizza and the Louie-louie. If it's my first time to a place I always have to try the cheese. The ratio of all the ingredients was on point. Crispy crust too, just how I like it. The Louie-louie is a white sauce pizza with fennel sausage. This was a great compliment to the cheese pizza because the flavor profiles were so different from each other that it was like having the best of both worlds. The restaurant is on the smaller side, which makes it great for groups of 1-4. With both indoor and outdoor seating. Service here was amazing. Definitely an overall solid place to satisfy those pizza cravings!
Summary: Decent pizza but lacking against the competition Details: I'd been hearing the praise about Rose for a bit in social media and local news, and finally found an opportunity to make it several months back with a friend. Did it live up to the hype? Naw, not really, but I can't think of many places that have, given how much social media falsely inflates everything these days anyway. That said: flavors were decent, with the Old Faithful being more enjoyable overall than the too-salty Pepp & Basil, but I can't say I particularly enjoyed the crust of either, with their particular formulation coming in just a bit too dense and rubbery: I generally prefer my pizza crust/dough to either be on the crispier side, or the soft and chewy side, and this was not it. All in all, not the worst choice, especially if you're in the area and prefer the particular texture they offer up, but this is not it for me personally. Accessibility: Plenty of accessible to accessible-ish seating, including outdoor seating in the back patio as well.
One of the best pizza places I've ever been to. It's on university avenue so there is no parking. If you're lucky it's not crowded, but I wasn't. It was a 45 min wait to be seated. There was lots to do in the area tho so we walked around. I was about to say it was a really small restaurant but it's small in the front and I believe bigger in the patio. I loved the interior design tho, you could take pictures in here for your photo dumps haha! Quite a classic aesthetic, even the bathroom was gorgeous. Anyways the tables are VERY close together, which I didn't enjoy. It was quite an intimate experience and it felt like they were in on my conversation. And on top of that the walkways would sometimes be crowded because of the online orders. Anyways, they got my pizza wrong first time, I was waiting for another 20 minutes. Fortunately for me this was one of the best pizzas I've ever had. You know when you are talking and the food is so good the conversation ends. Yes. This was that kinda pizza. I enjoyed the crust. Quite the architectural masterpiece. Easy to chew through but was still quite strong. The crust had amazing integrity. My pizza was quite wet, I put a few fixings on top and it didnt become soggy. Even for left overs, it didn't fall apart. And my pizza was wet ok I had the burrata pizza so that's a big deal. You could taste the fresh ingredients and the difference they make. Also the ranch was terrific. I'm coming back. No doubt about it.
We stopped by Friday evening as a party of 2 with no reservation but were able to be seated on the patio in 20 minutes. Although it was a chilly night, the heaters outside provided ample warmth. We decided to order the gigante beans, spicy Caesar salad, fancy anchovies, and the Louie Louie pizza. The gigante beans were my absolute favorite!! The beans, feta, artichoke, and vinaigrette all paired so well together. The Caesar salad was the best I've had and fully loaded with breadcrumbs and dressing. I also loved the anchovies. Salty with a great vinaigrette and fresh dill. My husband enjoyed his pizza as did I but the apps really stood out for me. It also paired well with the house wine. We will definitely return!
SO GOOD. Easily my favorite pizza spot in Berkeley so far (and I've tried a ton). We were immediately seated right by the front window, which was nice. Our server gave great recommendations for vegetarian pizzas. Ordered the she wolf (burrata, garlic confit, olives, capers) and the champione (mushroom, white sauce) pizzas to share between 3 people. Waited about 20 minutes for the pizza to come, and when it did, we were so ready to dive in. The garlic on the she wolf pizza was GAS. Also one of the best thin crusts I've ever had. Absolutely LOVED all the mushrooms on the champione too! Highly recommend adding the red pepper flakes for some spiciness. The ambiance at night is was amazing. Great lighting, great vibes, very cozy, very busy, smell of pizza. Will definitely be back to try more flavors!
Never had a Caesar salad with Calabrian chilis and I'm not sure that I can go back now! So many pizzas caught my eye but my friends insisted the she wolf was a must try and they were not wrong! The bites into the garlic confit were just chef's kiss Will definitely return to try the others! They were also super accommodating to our last minute reservation request to add another individual and moved us to a larger table outside on the back patio. 10/10 service, food, and vibes :) read more
If my friend P had not read about this restaurant in the SF Chronicle I doubt that I would have ever noticed the small nondescript storefront. It is near the always-busy Butcher's Son. So there were a lot of people in front. There are only a few tables inside and a few on the deck. I did make a reservation so we would be assured of a table outside with a view of the rose garden There are several appetizers and salads on the menu in addition to their specialty pizzas. You cannot make substations, although you can add anchovies to some of the pizza. We started the meal with a shared appetizer of fancy anchovies, boquerones, orange, dill, and Aleppo. They are served with house-made chips. I rolled the chips in the oil and topped them with the anchovies and popped them in my mouth. I could have eaten an order on my own. They were delicious and not salty. We decide to each order a pizza. They are good size and I knew I would have leftovers. I was hoping that I would like the pizza enough that I would enjoy it the next day. It took me several days to finish it and it was good each time it was reheated P had the Pizza Margherita. I had the She Wolf, the topping were: burrato, slow-cooked tomatoes, garlic, confit, cappers, and Sicilian oregano. I added anchovies. This pizza was surprisingly sweet. These were both thin-crust pizzas, I liked the crust a lot. We each traded a piece so we could try them both. I enjoyed mine. When I return, I think I will have the Margherita and the anchovies appetizer. read more
1 year ago
Yum! Salad was lowkey better than the pizza. A nice food presentation. It was delicious but I've had better. It's still a cute spot in Berkeley. read more
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2 years ago
A lovely lunch! We sat inside and it was quiet and a great place to catch up/hear each other over the din or other diners. Service was great, decor is cute, pizza was excellent. We really liked the spicy Cesar salad-would eat that every day. read more
2 years ago
Not sure how to say this without stating first the pizza was fire. Firstly we had a reservation for the outdoor patio area which was lovely. Plenty of seating but I can see it being too cramped if fully booked. We got the champione pizza a white sauce topped with mushrooms, their classic pep, spicey caeser salads, and finally the alpine gold pizza topped with yellow potatoes. The champione was my favorite out the 3 pizzas so delicious and the sauce was amazing. If you're not a mushroom lover I would still recommend trying it as it was so subtle but be careful because they come out hot. The pep was pretty good as well paired with the hot honey so sweet and savory. I personally haven't eaten pork in 4 years but decided to indulge due to the hype this place has received. The alpine gold pizza was just okay the potato was a bit off putting but it was nice to try. Everything was great service was amazing but parking can be a struggle. Very large shareable pizzas that will feed 2-3 people per pizza easily. Thank you for the experience we'll be back to try more soon ! read more
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Used to be Pedro's Brazil Cafe. My bf and I have been eyeing this lot to see what would come next-- IMO, Rose is a huge improvement from the previously dated, garish setup. Yes, there's already a million pizzerias in Berkeley, but who doesn't love more options? :P And thankfully, Rose holds its own against the rest. We booked for the weekday evening, 7pm-- reservations recommended! The tiny lot gets pretty full quickly. Several walk-ins were turned away. The interior has been spruced up with clean, white walls and minimal decor. FANCY ANCHOVIES: My bf has been on this Italian sardine kick lately LOL-- meaning, whenever we see tinned goods on the menu, they'll be ordered asap. These were buttery, briny-- what you expect an anchovy to taste like, but smothered in fresh dill. CHAMPION: The truffle cream~! So good. A must for mushroom lovers bc this is just stacked with them. Crust is on the thin side, crunchy on the edges. The sherry vinegar brings out a huge mushroom flavor. OLD FAITHFUL: Think your average sausage pizza, but elevated. Super savory & flavorful, while well-balanced. Will have to be back to enjoy their quaint outdoor seating area in the back. read more
2 years ago
Cute little intimate spot for pizza in downtown Berkeley. Came here in the afternoon on a Saturday and the place was fairly busy. For an appetizer we got the gigante beans which comes with toasted bread. The two pizzas we got were the champione and the she wolf. I personally really enjoyed the champione - toppings were green onion, regular roasted button mushrooms, truffle cream. Overall pretty delicious pizzas - thin slices but the crust was pretty thick. You could easily share two pizzas among three people. I would come back here on a special occasion, a bit on the pricier but the place is a nice spot to have a gathering with friends. read more
5 months ago
We heard about Rose Pizzeria after the NY Times article for the best pizza places in the US. Luckily, we were able to get a spot on the waitlist through Resy shortly afterward, but it seems like there is quite a following for the establishment. We ordered the She-Wolf and a Classic Pepperoni pizza to share and it was quite underwhelming after all the hype. She-Wolf was a unique concept for adding burrata on top of pizza; however, the toppings were not only sparse, but they were not spread out evenly. There were slices without garlic or olives. On the other hand, the Classic Pepperoni was way too salty. Although the pepperoni cups were generously spread on the pizza, it ended up making the pizza much saltier than expected. The pizzas were cooked at different doneness, with She-Wolf being a little whiter and softer compared to the Pepperoni, which was a bit too overcooked. Overall, it's not a bad pizza place, but definitely doesn't live up to the expectations I had. Pros: Great service with options for patio dining. Cons: Limited street parking at the restaurant, but there are spots 1-2 blocks away. read more
I got takeout and it was about a 15-20 minute wait for 3 pizzas. The pizzas are fabulous, the dough is light and crispy and the toppings bring so much flavor. My favorite was the She-Wolf and I added anchovies because it was offered and the waitress said it went well with it. The saltiness combined with the fresh burrata was a great combination. I also got Third Street and Champione and once again, the dough is light and crispy. Both of those were also good, but I think the burrata on She-Wolf was a game changer for me. It's a small place so expect a wait if it's a weekend night. The staff is also super friendly. I really don't think you could go wrong with any of the pizzas. I will be back. read more
Okay this pizza is delicious! Never been to the restaurant but my sister picked me up their pepperoni and jalapeño pizza and let me tell you this pie was so freaking good!!! However, one person said it was salty. My sister said the restaurant is very cute, European like romantic vibes. She also mentioned their side dishes are delicious. I look forward to going to the restaurant after trying this pie. But if you want to pick up a pizza to go, I highly recommend the pep and jalapeño pizza. Perfectly amount of spice with a kick and not too spicy. You do not need to add red pepper chili flakes and only reheat in the oven for 10 minutes and pair with good wine. Thank me later! read more
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2 years ago
Berkeley has some great pizza and some not so great pizza. Rose Pizzeria is definitely one of if not the best in the area for sure in terms of pizza quality and taste. Though, it is not without its demerits. My girlfriend and I ordered two pizzas, the Champione (white sauce mushroom) and She Wolf (Burrata olives and garlic) with Anchovies. All of the pizzas are thin crust only.The Champione was a bit heavy but made up for it in terms of flavor throughout the umami of the mushrooms paired with the creaminess of the white sauce (my girlfriend said it was like a nice and thin mushroom cheesy bread). The She Wolf was the star of the show, and although it got a bit soggy towards the middle, the tomato sauce was incredibly flavorful with hints of tanginess and sweetness. The anchovies on the She Wolf were extra but added some more savory flavor to the pizza overall, further enhancing the flavor. The outer crusts on both pizzas were great with a nice crunch. For the negative: As other reviews have also stated, service was quite lacking though, as employees had ignored me a few times when I had my hand raised to ask for more water. They are not very attentive. Furthermore, there were a BUNCH of flies inside the restaurant. We wanted to move to the patio to avoid them, but we were told that the patio was booked out. If you can move past the subpar service and buzzing pests, Rose Pizzeria has incredibly good pizza. I'll be trying to get Patio seats next time or carry-out. 3.5/5 rounded up to 4. read more
2 years ago
My husband and I stopped by when we were in the neighborhood to try Rose's after we read about it in The NY Times article. We really enjoyed everything we tried and the back patio was very enjoyable on a beautiful afternoon. We arrived around 3:30p on a Saturday and had an estimated 45mins -1 hour wait but we only waited about 35mins. We tried the Spicy Cesar, the She Wolf (red sauce) pizza and the Green Deluxe (white sauce) Pizza. The pizza dough was crispy and chewy and the sauces and ingredients were fresh and delicious. read more
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Gigante beans and Old Faithful pizza were the perfect pair for a weekend dinner. Service was excellent and vegan option was ideal. Outdoor seating was a great experience with string lights and pink lilac bushes creating an intimate ambiance. read more
Dined here twice and the pizza was amazing both times. I love their thin crust and delicious topping combination. Also great that they make excellent salads and desserts. This rivals and maybe now beats Pizzaiolo, for me. read more
Very nice place to go for a bite to eat. Its got a cozy feel to it and some great service. Before I go on, just know the Tiramisu is DELICIOUS!!! Seriously the best we've had in the states. Textures, flavors, and the kicker is the salt on top. YES! Outside of that, we had the Feta, the mushroom pizza and both was good. We will be back for sure! read more
8 months ago
I've seen so many reviews on this pizza spot in Berkeley & had to try! The restaurant looks like it used to be an old school dinner and they have a lovely outside seating area in the back. We made reservations for a Saturday lunch and highly recommend doing so, it was packed by the time we left. We ordered the spicy cesar salad as everyone on Yelp has raved about it. It's a rave dish for sure! Also ordered the Champione pizza and Old Faithful pizza. The Champione was the winner out of the two and we had about half a pizza left to take home (there was three of us). read more
2 years ago
Ordered take out from Rose Pizzeria for a birthday. Rose Pizzeria has a lot of vegetarian options and all the pizzas were fresh out the oven when we arrived for pick-up. Service from the pick-up process was swift, and I rushed home to open the boxes. While we didn't eat in the restaurant, the ambiance when walking in was a cute pizza and traditional italian store front with cozy seating inside. The outside featured many more tables in a patio style. For the food we ordered the following: She Wolf - 4/5 which features burrata and olives. Reed Sauce - 4/5 basil tomato, pickled jalapeno. Great for spicy lovers! Champione - 5/5 Mushrooms, cream, green onions, and more! The standout was definitely the Champione as it had thinly sliced mushrooms and freshness from the green onions and other toppings in every bite. Even as a person who doesn't opt for mushrooms normally, I was pleasantly surprised by how flavorful the pizza was! read more
3 years ago
Rose Pizzeria is such a quaint and cute restaurant, serving delicious thin pizza! We ordered the old faithful, which was a good level of spice and a very generous serving for two hungry people. However the crust was a bit burnt, which is the only con. The food came out quick and the servers were very attentive. I would definitely recommend this pizza to anyone visiting Berkeley! read more
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Cute little spot! We managed to get a table for two without a reservation on Sunday at dinner time. The spicy Caesar salad was a big hit and the pizza was phenomenal! The sausage and red sauce specifically were really flavorful. The gigante beans were just okay, prepared well but not on the same level as the other items. read more
2 years ago
***3.5 stars*** First, a few caveats: Have only been here once and tried one type of pizza (the mushroom) for takeout. I felt that the pizza was not as good as it was hyped up to be. The taste was not as sharp/defined as other mushroom pizzas...hate to say this, but it was on the bland side. Crust was not to my preference either (this could have been due to eating the pizza ~30 minutes after picking it up) as it was a little on the softer side. Generous amount of mushroom toppings. *The good (please keep reading!): However, from this one experience, I did come away with the impression that the folks making the pizza are very serious about their craft and have a lot of pride about making the best pizza they can for their customers. When I showed up the the one pizza I ordered was ready, but they asked me to wait a few more minutes as they were making a second one for me to take away as they felt the first one wasn't right. When I opened the box, it appeared to me that what they were referring to was the fact that the shape of the pie wasn't completely circular in one section. (Both pizzas tasted similar.) Everyone inside was really friendly and pleasant. Definitely plan to give this place another try and dine in instead. read more
4 years ago
This is SUCH a good pizza spot! There's not many place's around Berkeley that serve legit pizza like this and I'm so happy to have found out about it. The first time I tried coming they were completely full without a reservation, so the second time I made sure to have one. The only frustrating part was that it was quite a chilly day and since we had booked the patio, we were forced to sit outside. There were heat lamps, but honestly they didn't help much against the cold wind. For the food, we got the spicy caesar salad and the old faithful pizza. The salad was unlike any caesar salad I've had before -- good amount of dressing and breadcrumbs with a little bit of spice. The pizza, however, was definitely the best part. It's 14 inches so good enough for 2-3 people, and has a nice thin, crispy and slightly charred crust. The old faithful came with sausage, green onions, and chilis and was really good! The balance of flavors was perfect, and I'd definitely want to try more of the menu. Overall, the food was great but I should've picked a nicer day for outdoor seating. I'd come back to try more of their pizzas for sure, though! read more
8 months ago
Spotted this hidden gem on the way to TJ's one day and decided to try it and am so glad I did! Rose pizzeria is definitely one of my favorite pizza spots in Berkeley now. The restaurant itself is fairly small, but there's an outdoor patio as well. We tried the snack plate as well as the old faithful pizza. The snack plate had salami, breadsticks, and a variety of pickled vegetables. It was fun to try all the items and I don't regret getting it, but I probably wouldn't get it again here--the main highlight is definitely the pizza! The quality of the pizza here is superb; some of the best I've had in this area. You can taste the freshness of the ingredients, and it was flavorful with a nice crunch from the crust. My only complaint is that the crust was perhaps too charred for my liking, but still giving 5 stars because of the quality of everything else (and judging from some other pictures, looks like this only happened to us). Definitely want to come back to try some of their other flavors! read more
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1960 University Ave
Berkeley, CA 94704
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on the corner of Clement Street at Arguello - soon to open; the paper is off the windows
Do they sell slices?? One or two slices of pizza is the sweet spot for me. Otherwise it's too much bread for too little meat and veggies. Hard to find around here, unless you like the sourdough California version of pizza.
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I looked at the menu.Are There are not any options to get any other pizzas there? I have a friend who eats pepperoni but not spicy pizza.Can you get pepperoni on the Margarita?
yes they have a MARGHERITA https://static1.squarespace.com/static/6043a7041b15ec3dfef50d69/t/64833d1c977a863b42c07797/1686322462353/jun6menu.pdf
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