Diners' Choice: Pizzeria restaurants in San Francisco Bay Area

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Croccante

4.8

4.8 (96)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Napa

About the restaurant

Chef Hakan is a second-generation baker who learned his craft in his uncle's bakery in Istanbul. His love for baking started out with making pastries and sourdough bread at first.

Hit by a pizza obsession later on, similar to Anatolian flatbread, Chef Hakan studied, experimented, and observed various pizza-making methods. He participated in pizza expos, visited pizza restaurants, and tasted different styles of pizza around the world until buying a nice wood-fired pizza oven and creating his own recipe.

Then time came for Hakan to open up his restaurant. Previously known as Napa Baking Company is now serving in Napa as Croccante. Chef Hakan offers long-fermented Pan-style Detroit and Chicago thin tavern style pizza.

Croccante currently holds an award from 50 top pizza, as one of the 50 top pizzerias in USA in the "excellent" category as well as a nomination by SF Chronicle as One of the Top Pizzerias in the Bay Area.

Top review

John

Dined on Dec 3, 2024

Wow. First experience with Detroit style pizza. And it will not be our last. Best pizza ever. Jason, our server, was awesome!

Montesacro SOMA

4.8

4.8 (2258)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

SOMA

About the restaurant

Montesacro is the first “Pinseria” in the United States.
It resembles old Roman “Fraschette” offering a wide selection of artisanal cheeses and cured meats, cold dishes from Roman tradition and a modern take on Pinsa, a low fat, low calorie and easy to digest flat bread made with a blend of rice, soy and wheat flour imported directly from Rome, all GMO free.
Our wine list represents mostly old world regions. We carry wines that are made from grape varietals native to their respective areas. We feature smaller producers of less known wines with a focus on organic, biodynamic and natural agriculture.

Top review

Bobbie

Dined 6 days ago

Always a great food experience here ! the server made good suggestions - and helped us not over order !! the food is top notch and good wine choices and perfect before theater meal ! ambience is a bit funky and chairs are a bit hard - but food makes up for it ! definitely recommend !

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Experience

An Italian Christmas Eve celebration

Experience

An Italian New Year's Eve celebration

Vesta

4.8

4.8 (25)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Redwood City

About the restaurant

We have always loved food and how it brings people together. The sharing of a table and a meal is wonderfully complemented by an exchange of thoughts and ideas. And this food that we share is so important. Where it comes from, how it was grown or treated, and how it was procured all has a lasting impact on our health and the wellbeing of the Earth. We care about the food that we eat and the food that we serve. We source our ingredients from local farms and purveyors who support an organic and sustainable future for our Earth.

Join us to enjoy our delicious small plates, refreshing salads, and unique wood-fired pizzas.

We welcome reservations during our lunch and afternoon service hours. Please note, we cannot guarantee seating requests.

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James

Dined 5 days ago

Delicious little gems salad with figs, awesome sausage and honey pizza and a devine chocolate bread pudding, the best rainy day lunch! My friend crooned over the beet salad! The service was stellar, will return again!

Back to Back

4.8

4.8 (55)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Nob Hill

About the restaurant

Back to Back is where Italian and Californian flavors collide in the heart of Nob Hill, San Francisco. Our wood-fired pizzas, inspired by Naples and New York, are crafted with locally sourced ingredients for a taste of California's bounty. Alongside shared plates and hearty pasta dishes, our curated wine list features natural and classic wines from around the world, while signature cocktails add a touch of creativity to your experience.

As you dine, immerse yourself in the ambiance with music from our vinyl record collection. Join us at Back to Back for a culinary journey celebrating the fusion of tradition and innovation. Book your table today and savor the best of Italian-Californian cuisine by Head Chef, Saif Alomari.

Founded by brother and sister, both from SF ❤️.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 3 days ago

Everything we ordered was amazing- the burrata, tuna tartare, both pizzas.. to die for! The DJ was spinning a holiday mix, which was so cute. This is my favorite place in the city & we will be back soon.

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Experience

It's a party!

The Star on Park

4.6

4.6 (355)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Alameda

About the restaurant

The Star features the same delicious Chicago-style deep dish pizza that made Little Star Pizza famous, with their consistent Guardian's Best of the Bay Pizza. We have an extended menu including salads, appetizers, and sandwiches. We feature an artisan full bar as well as a diverse beer and wine menus. We are family friendly and accept reservations for large parties as well. We look forward to you joining us!

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Sue

Dined on Nov 26, 2024

I really like this place. Very efficient waiter and great good. The lunch specials are very good value.

Barbara Pinseria

4.6

4.6 (175)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

North Beach

About the restaurant

Barbara is a lively Italian restaurant inspired by the rustic tradition of Roman pizzerie, opening in San Francisco’s historic Italian district of North Beach in September 2018 to serve as the neighborhood destination for casual dinning. We feature an energetic open kitchen, creating fresh takes on classics as well as original inventions showcasing seasonal and local ingredients, transporting taste of the eternal city to San Francisco. We offer craft cocktails, Italian and Californian wines, indoor and outdoor seating, and Barbara's fun, warm, style pairs well with the restaurant’s classic Italian comfort and friendly spirit.

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Lenora

Dined on Nov 26, 2024

Hate to reveal this BUT the pizza crust was unbelievably wonderful crisp and chewy ! All pastas (4 ordered ) cwere outstanding !

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Popular dish

Porchetta

Tartine Manufactory - San Francisco

4.6

4.6 (1027)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Mission

About the restaurant

Tartine Manufactory is a versatile venue with a restaurant, bar, bakery, and coffee bar. For breakfast and lunch, we offer counter service on a first come, first served basis. Our menu is market-driven, featuring seasonal offerings with breads by Chad Robertson and sweet treats from Elisabeth Prueitt. Our dinner service centers around our world-class sourdough pizza, accompanied by a full cocktail program, a global wine list, and local beers. Reservations are recommended, but walk-ins are also welcome.

Top review

Charles

Dined on Dec 7, 2024

Love that Sidsmith martini and every food item we ordered was yummy!

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three.one four pizzeria

4.5

4.5 (153)

$31 to $50

Pizzeria

Berkeley

About the restaurant

We are located in the historic Lalime's space in the Westbrae neighborhood of Berkeley, CA.

Our intentions with three.one four was to create a dining experience that is so captivating, it transcends all others. Our menu features small bites, salads, and World Class rustic pies from acclaimed Chef Mario Vollera. We utilize high quality Italian cheeses and fresh local products in our food and our menu is partnered with a carefully curated wine list featuring an extensive by the glass offering. We believe that our elevated food paired with our warm, intuitive, yet unobtrusive service style will help make three.one four a buzz-worthy neighborhood destination for many years to come.

Top review

CatherineVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious pizzas and salads and the roasted Brussels sprouts are especially good. And the restaurant felt festive. We are so happy that 3.14 is back!

Che Fico Pizzeria - Chase Center

4.5

4.5 (52)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

SOMA

About the restaurant

Che Fico Pizzeria is the newest restaurant from the team behind the Italian Taverna Che Fico. Located just outside Chase Center in Thrive City, Che Fico Pizzeria is a lively and high-energy restaurant serving event goers and neighbors alike. The food menu is focused on pizza (of course!), with Che Fico's signature sourdough crust. Offered in two sizes, plus a slice window for those busy nights in Thrive City, we are pulling out all the stops on our pizza creativity. Beyond pizza the menu features a selection of antipasti and sandwiches. We are also thrilled to feature our incredible gelato and sorbetto, churned daily as soft serve. The restaurant itself features indoor and outdoor dining options, with a robust bar as the center point of the sprawling patio. Our incredible design partner Jon de la Cruz and firm DLC-ID have created a fun and welcoming space that highlights the beauty of our City by the Bay. We can't wait to welcome you!

Top review

Dominic

Dined 2 days ago

I could write whole books about how much I love the pizza (because it's utterly sensational), but I really love how accessible and low key this restaurant is while still giving you the incredible flavors that Che Fico's locations consistently deliver. Ordering with QR code is a breeze and everything comes out super quick, but servers are still available & very friendly. Really love meeting friends here before/during a Warriors game or on a nice clear evening to share a pie with a view of the bridge, it's just too easy not to!

The Forge - Napa

4.3

4.3 (409)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Napa

About the restaurant

Urban Industrial Restaurant with Large Patio, Patio Games, 12 Craft Beers on Tap and Features and Informal Vibe with Award Winning Wood-Fired Pizza and American Comfort Food

Top review

Phil

Dined on Dec 9, 2024

I’d say I’m a regular almost every other Friday. I’m low key. Just a nice meal with my wife and sometimes my kids. 2024 I believe they have a new chef, the food is better in my opinion.

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