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Citizen Pizza
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Summary
Oakland's pizza crawl standout that left everything else in the dust. Multiple Redditors who hit multiple spots in one day called it a clear step above the competition.
A long-standing Oakland favorite with a devoted following who call it the best pizza of their lives. The Neapolitan-style pies here have earned near-legendary status among locals.
Pros
- Stood out even in direct comparison against other well-regarded Oakland spots
- Consistently mentioned as a top pick in recent 2024-2025 threads
- Strong community consensus across multiple Reddit discussions
- Called 'best pizza of all time' by devoted regulars
- Established Oakland institution with consistent quality over years
- Excellent Neapolitan-style execution
- Strong neighborhood restaurant atmosphere
Cons
- Less name recognition than older Oakland institutions like Pizzaiolo
- Limited reviews compared to more established spots
- May have shorter hours or limited seating
- Can be pricey for a pizza night out
- Reservations often needed
- Some newer spots are giving it real competition
Our take
When someone does a pizza crawl through three solid spots and says one was 'on a different level,' that's the place you go first.
When someone says a place is their favorite pizza 'of all time,' not just in Oakland, you take that seriously — Pizzaiolo has been earning that rep for years.
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