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Summary
Oakland's best NY-style pizza and a recent glow-up story — once considered mid, now called the best pie in Oakland by multiple locals. The go-to since the beloved Slicer closed.
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
- Called 'best in town' and a 'revelation for NY style fans'
- Dramatic quality improvement noted by long-time locals
- Fills the gap left by the closed Slicer on Piedmont
- Mentioned positively in multiple recent 2025 threads
- 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
- Had a rough reputation in the past that may linger
- NY-style may not satisfy Neapolitan purists
- Newer consensus — less long-term track record than Pizzaiolo or Bare Knuckle
- Can be pricey for a pizza night out
- Reservations often needed
- Some newer spots are giving it real competition
Our take
A place that went from 'incredibly mid' to 'best in Oakland' is a place that figured something out — Ponte is worth a fresh look even if you tried it before.
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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