I have always thought a pizzeria's margherita pizza to a good litmus test for whether its pizzas were any good. So when I try new pizza places, I usually try a margherita (or its equivalent) and another pizza. That's what I did at State Flour. In most cases, the margherita is better than whatever else I order, even if it is marginal. So imagine my surprise when I was incredibly underwhelmed by State Flour's margherita but incredibly impressed by its Lolo (pineapple, hot sopressata). I am usually reluctant to criticize any dish I try because, after all, taste is very subjective; what I don't like might be loved by another. However, I have to say this was possibly the most unsatisfying margherita I have ever had. I could not distinguish the tomato sauce, or the cheese, or the crust, and the entire combination came across as bitter for some reason. It was truly disappointing, especially since I had such high hopes for it. The Lolo was an entirely different story. All of the flavors were in sync. Nothing tasted out of place. I couldn't get enough of it. The tomato sauce, the cheese, the pineapple, the hot sopressata, it all worked - perfectly. I would order this pizza again without hesitation. All of this to say State Flour is a bit of an enigma (at least for me); what you expect to taste a certain way may not, but other things may be surprisingly good. So you should just go and try it out for yourself. But if you are a fan of margheritas (as I am) you may not like the margherita as much as you would like. But go and give their other pizzas a try. read more

I'm definitely a snob when it comes to pizza. Particularly in California, I feel like it's a rule that there is no good pizza in the state. However, I was really pleasantly surprised at how great State Flour was. Came with a ~15 minute wait, and the place was for sure packed, but it was a very positive experience, and I see why it's so loved. Would return! read more

State Flour Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Take the warmth of a local community-run kitchen, add in some killer flavors and textures, sprinkle on some coziness from the ample mood lighting and you've got the magic that is State Flour Pizza. I don't think I could've asked for a better experience at State Flour Pizza Co, and that includes the 30 minute wait time for a table. This is the kind of place that hires the neighborhood teens in the summers while still taking the time to source all fresh ingredients. Consensus for favorite was split between the mushroom-sausage and green goddess pizzas, but the margherita and hot honey pepperoni were almost as good. Apple salad gave some much needed freshness to the table. This pizza place is as perfect for a family dinner as it is for a first date, and is just as likely to have a table of college friends as it is a post-conference debrief. That's because it's designed for the community, so it attracts the community. read more

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One of my favorite new places I've tried in Berkeley!! Both pizzas were great with unique toppings and a lot of flavor. Personal fav was the Darcy because the red sauce was so good with the pickled onions and cherry tomatoes. The crust was perfectly thin and crispy on both. Our waiter was super friendly and attentive and made great suggestions. The inside is small but has an upper level so it was a decent amount of seating for a college Ave restaurant. Definitely coming back to try more and to try their wine!! read more

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Love the pizza here! I found this place on TikTok and had to give it a try, and they did not disappoint at all. The place feels very homey and warm, with efficient staff and great pizza. I got a pizza with burrata and pepperoni, and it was fantastic. The pricing was fair, and the vanilla panna cotta was good as well. I would definitely come back and recommend others to try this place out. read more

Delicious thin crust plain cheese pizza. Yummy and fresh, perfect for a light lunch. Small and cozy dining area.

A great spot in the neighborhood. I love the salads and pizzas across the board. Also, going for lunch when you can get pizza by the slice is great. Service is always friendly and timely. Fresh and flavorful - give it a try!!! read more

The best pizza! I recommend it to all my friends. I even had my bday party here. My favorites are burrata, lolo, and Chloe! read more

State Flour Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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The pizza was really good here and the service and atmosphere was friendly and mellow. We tried a couple of their specials, the Lo Lo (loved the bright flavors) and Chloe (fancy and even has a farm egg). They happily accommodate vegan and gluten free diets which is hard to find in pizza places -- the gluten free pizza is a thick and crispy smaller square pie that was surprisingly great. read more

State Flour Pizza - Lo Lo gluten free pizza - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

I came here to dine with my friends for dinner, and we were immediately greeted and seated by our server. We got to sit upstairs in this fairly small, but cozy restaurant. She was very kind and quickly got us water while taking our order. We got the Lo Lo and Burrata pizza. The Lo Lo had a kick with the pepper, but the spice paired well with the pineapple and basil. The Burrata was delicious as well---the cheese made the slice so creamy. Both pizzas had a nice, thin crust and neither were greasy or heavy! For the size, the pizzas were a bit pricey at $25ish for a 14", but I would definitely like to try the other flavors they provide. read more

State Flour Pizza - Lo Lo - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Game changer. I was (1) craving a NY style pizza and (2) wanting to explore more of this Berkeley neighborhood and so found this magical place. I ordered the Chloe for take out to share with the fam at home but had tried a slice of for lunch and chose the Gaia. Even though I was seeking NY pizza and ate focaccia for lunch, it was delicious and I loved the aji verde sauce on top (it could have been heated a smidge more but delicious nonetheless!) The pizza reheats great in the toaster oven, leftovers ftw! read more

State Flour Pizza - Square Gaia - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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The crust, amazing. The cheese, amazing. The sauce, amazing. Walking up and down the stairs for seating, super smart, burn the pizza as you eat it. Water served in nice mason jars. Fun engaging servers. I live in north beach, little italy, so I've had some decent pizza, and I'd like to say this is already my top 3 with Tony's and Golden boy (upending il casaro). Gotta try their slices next and catch a movie at Rialto across read more

Such a quaint, cozy, and clean spot in Elmwood! I've walked by many a times and finally decided to stop in for lunch, and I'm so happy I did. Peak lunch time on a Tuesday and there were still many seats available on both the top and bottom floors. We ordered the Casanova pizza, which took around 20 minutes to arrive. It is THE quintessential thin crust pizza, perfectly crispy and flavorful. You can tell it's sooo fresh, it's very worth the wait. The red sauce was perfectly seasoned and simply delightful. Happy to support this small business. We talked to both people working and they were both so kind and helpful. read more

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Really solid pies with a nice, relaxed vibe if you just want to sit and enjoy a casual dinner in Berkeley.

We met the owner today and he was super nice and made us custom pizzas. They were delicious!

Love this place for a quick slice at lunch. Whole pies only in the dinner hour. Yummy. Salad also good and you can order a half size salad which is nice. read more

Gorgeous crispy crust on the thin crust pizza. The grandma style crust was both fluffy and crispy. I had low expectations for a slice only lunch place, but was sooo happy with the quality of pizza. Don't forget to ask for the green sauce. Creamy, bright, and garlicy. It was great on both our slices. On top of that, the staff was so helpful and happy. I was totally indecisive while choosing my slice, and the server was patient and kind. After we finished, we told her we loved the pizza, she had the brightest smile on her face and said, "yay!" read more

My friends and I were walking by and passed this place on the way to a nearby establishment we had planned to go to. However, we ended up here without knowing anything about it, lol. It was a gamble, but we all agreed that it was worth it. We walked up the counter unsure of how to order. The person there said that there is a table upstairs that could seat the three of us. They were busy, and the table wasn't cleared, but we made space and someone came up to clear it and wipe down the table. The staff are very friendly. There is a casual atmosphere and I would say things are fairly cramped. I wouldn't say it is accessible for folks with wheelchairs. AND the food is pretty delicious. My friends ordered a couple drinks and we got the Casanova and the Ollie. There were enough slices for the three of us to have four slices each and be satisfied. The Casanova is a flavor bomb while the Ollie is more subtle with good mushroom flavor. I really liked that the Ollie's crust was slightly salted. It brought good flavor to the crust. I look forward to coming back! read more

State Flour Pizza - Casanova & Ollie - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Really enjoy their pizzas, especially the weekly special. We had a broccoli pizza with a white sauce it was so delicious!

SO SO good. They have CASHEW cheese! We usually get the Casanova pizza both cashew and mozzarella cheese for the family. Always tastes fresh and the employees are super friendly. Highly recommend! read more

Great pizza, great salads, great service...so this one is a great neighborhood gem. They get really busy on the weekends so I recommend checking them out on a weekday to avoid the wait. Very glad they're part of the community...and I love their name and brand! read more

The lunch pizza slice (mushroom) was very tasty and the crust was perfect. Paired well with a refreshing Seattle Pilsner. But the surprising winner for me was the pear and endive salad which had the most amazing dressing (a hint of tarragon which i love). read more

The pizza is the best in Berkeley, which means it's amongst the best in the country. The staff is incredible, the beer list is perfectly chosen, love the vibe, and the t shirts are cute as hell read more

Finally got around to trying this pizza place near the corner of College and Ashby. Had a piece of the mushroom pesto and was impressed in the taste, crunch, and chewiness all at once. I'd have to say it's the best pizza I've had in Berkeley in a long time. The crust is not thin, but not thick either...more in the medium thin category. You can tell there was a lot of thought put into creating the multitextured taste. On top of that, the size of the pizza slice they give you is very generous. If the inside dining area was a terrible place to eat, I'd still be pretty happy based on the pizza alone and gladly go sit on a bench somewhere to enjoy. But the interior has beautiful natural light on the eating loft above (skylight and all), and the first floor seating area is pleasant as well. It's the sort of place where you'd feel comfortable hanging out and reading a book for awhile. And if that wasn't enough, the person at the register was nice and kind. read more

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State Flour Pizza opened where Gai Barn once was. Derek, the owner, is an alum of Pizzahacker (S.F.). the pizza's here aren't replicas of his appeenticeship. they were an inspiration for him to develop his own pizza repertoire with unique flavor profiles. pizzas offered are by the pie or the piece, thin style or square. The later seemingly a take on Detroit style and the former a take on New York or Silician. (Info hinted at by press releases and notices...) menu posted on front window. during lunch, slices are on display in a plastic case, I choose the non tomato ones, paid, pizza was brought to table when reheated. Didn't get any follow ups or check-ins..skeletal crew at lunch. offerings: Lunch (slices: round slices, square slices), salad, drinks. Dinner: round Pies 14", salad, dessert eats: slices -(round pie):shroom (5.5): "leeks, garlic confit, mushrooms, nut free pesto, mozz, grana padano" -very tasty flavorful combo of flavors and textures on a toasty thin crust pizza, my preferred style. 4.5 stars. Doubt a thinner crust could support all the ingredients. -(square pie): Gaia (6.50): "Mozzarella, provolone, caulfiower, pine nuts, grana padano, aji verde sauce". -the toppings with the pine nuts, small tender pieces of cauliflower with the mix of cheeses and the citrusy aji verde sauce was unami satisfying. the thick breading isn't my preferred style though it may done perfecto. 3.5 stars take outs: -just a few tables on lst level, and some tables upstairs. -would repeat but not with the square pie thick crust pizzas, just not a fan of thick crust pizza. toppings on both were great. -undecided whether I would order any with tomato red sauces. -so many choices. One or more may suit ur palette, other choices may not. 4 stars. Preference for white sauces and thin crusts, a pass on white sauces and square thick crusts. YMMV. Beers and teas available. read more

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neapolitan pizza was incredible crust was perfect. service was friendly and knowledgeable. place has warm rustic ambiance. best pizza ive had honestly. read more

Great salads, pizzas and service! The inside layout is a narrow footprint with downstairs and upstairs seating and a small kitchen where they work wonders. We ordered one of each delicious salads, three pizzas- Keiki (Cheese), Classic Pep and Gaia. For 4 adults and 2 kids, we could have used one more pizza but we probably would have had leftovers. So your order should depend on how hungry you are. The owner and staff were super nice. Wish I took pics but I was busy enjoying myself. read more

We love this neighborhood restaurant. The food is always great, I get pizza and a salad every time. I always get great customer service and the restaurant itself is cute and sweet. read more

We tried the Bolognese as appetizer and had a half burrata margarita and half hunter (pepperoni with sausage) pizza. The crust was fantastic -- thin, perfectly baked and had a good consistency. My only critique is that the entire pizza, including the dough, was on the salty side. At $22-24 for a 14 inch pizza, the price is a little steep. The real star was the burrata margarita. Unlike many places where it gets soggy, this one was nicely made. It will be the main reason for us to return. read more

State Flour Pizza - Burrata Margherita and Hunter half and half - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

This is starting to be my go-to pizza shop. Their thin crust pizza has me returning again and again. The tomato sauce is not overpowering. The veggie toppings are fresh and delicious. Its never felt crowded. I have dined once here, all the others times I have ordered for take out. A few small tables available downstairs and a few larger tables upstairs. They also serve beers and wine! read more

Excellent pizza spot on College Ave. Kid friendly. Food made to order except the slices for lunch. Salad was great and the dressing was just right. Not too heavy or light. The crust is light yet crunchy and fluffy. Nice space upstairs for groups and there is seating downstairs also. read more

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Solid pizza Bottom of dough a bit too floury and not crispy enough though. Can use some oil and solve it. Easy pick up. Fast and imo better than Emilia's read more

Took my family to State Flour Pizza last night and we all *loved* it. My wife was thrilled with the pear endive salad - but of course, the star of the show was the pizzas. Great crispy crust, flavorful sauce, great cheese, good meats, what more could you ask for? Note that the "kids" pizza is actually a normal size pizza, the chef told me that they called it "kids pizza" because kids tend to prefer the distribution of cheese on it versus the sliced cheese they use on other pizzas, and in fact it was true - my daughter said she preferred it for exactly that reason. They also have a good supply of wines and beers on hand. The beers are all in cans and are a bit expensive - cans of beer go for $9 or $10 here As of this writing, State Flour Pizza is still relatively new, and they still have to work out a few kinks. For one, they need to post menus in more locations inside the restaurant; for another, they really need to fix the front door so the cold air doesn't constantly stream in. Still, I will most certainly be back for the fine pizza. read more

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This place serves up the best pizza in town. They have a New York style/ California style pizza that provides local fresh ingredients. They're sweet and small little dining spot is cool. I would definitely recommend this place to all my friends and family. We got the barrata pizza and that was so delicious! We definitely want to come back and try out their other toppings. The owner is also very nice. They have the best pizza t-shirts you can ask for. It has a cat astronaut. This place is easily a 5/5. Come here for a good pizza sliced during lunch or a delicious meal read more

I gave my partner the choice of any pizza establishment with a 25 radius for dinner last night and after considering some top notch places she chose State Flour. Very nice selection in one of our old college neighborhoods. The place was packed when we came with folks chatting outside waiting for their pizza. We could smell the oven busily firing the pies and the noise of dinner conversations filled the air. Upon entering, we were greeted by Brian, one of the proprietors, who dropped the news that the wait would be an hour. Ticking through our option, we decided honesty in this situation was a welcomed attribute where we knew our fate upfront. Such great service is rare these days. We found out later the place just opened and a kitchen staffer called in sick. I get it in this COVID era. We ordered 2 pies, salad and bi-U-ti-ful rose. The house salad was fresh and tossed with a tangy vinaigrette and cubes of feta that was perfect for 2. Our first pie cam 46 mins after ordering (yep, I had the stopwatch going) and it was the Casanova that had slices of sausage, onions, mozzarella and Parmesan. The crust was amazingly thin, with a crisp exterior and chewy center. Toppings were artistically placed versus loaded on top. You get a great balance of sauce, crust, topping a cheese in each bite. Our second pizza was a Burrata they came with the cheese still cool in the center. I wasn't sure it this was intentional or if they just were busy, but the cheese had a much more intense creaminess and salty forward flavor than I expected. This really resonated with my Tate buds. Brian was checking back with us throughout our meal and we were so pleased with the level of service. Cheers to the new kids on the block who will be an instant classic on the block. Clean environment, honest food and great service will draw us back for the years to come. I hope it won't be such a crazy wait next time, but worth the wait in my book. read more

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Very good pizza...particularly liked he one with cauliflower. Worth the 50-mile round trip to pick the pizzas up for a neighborhood movie night. read more

"This is the best crust. It's the only crust I eat." - my 8 year old. "This is the best pizza I ever have." - my 4 year old. read more

The salad and pizza here are exceptional - the best in the area. Skip the overhyped "farm-to-table" and "artisanal pizza" places in the area. Their salad features remarkably fresh greens with perfect dressing and added crunch for texture. The pizzas had flawless crusts, flavorful toppings, and quality cheeses with an ideal balance on each pizza. A truly standout dining experience.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Service was manned by two people and was quick and efficient. Ambience is great too. Perfect for a casual date night. read more

Delicious gluten free cauliflower pizza, wonderfully attentive staff. Very busy, but worth the wait.

Great pizza plus good salads and wine. A nice place to share a pie before heading over to see a movie at the Elmwood Theater. I do wish they stayed open until at least 10. 9pm is such an early time to close, and we typically don't eat until 8:30 or so. Nonetheless, this place is cute. If you sit upstairs on a chilly night, it's nice, warm seating due to the heat rising from the pizza oven. We'll definitely be back. read more