The food was fine but giving 5 stars for the service! There was a small selection of pastas when I came about an hour before closing, didn't have all the items I saw on the menu on other recent reviews unfortunately. The portions were pretty small and the sauces were fine. The pasta itself was great though and tasted fresh! The gelato was amazing, I highly recommend the tiramisu and matcha! The restaurant has a homey vibe. Fernando was our server and he was great! Super accommodating and helpful with the menu and made us feel welcome with conversation. Would come again if I'm ever in the area again! read more

Services is 10/10 great The pizza was a little disappointed as we had been here before few times the gluen free pizza is not the same The pizza dough changed not the same which used to raise and reminded of Italy pizza And they had two options of gluten free dough read more

My friend's mom said that this restaurant had good Italian food so I decided to try. Came in around 7:45. The employees greeted us and seated us quickly. They asked what kind of water we wanted, gave us the menu, poured us tap water. Decided to get the lasagna ragu and my friend got the salmon ravioli. Both dishes came out within a reasonable time. My friend's ravioli came with about 8 pieces. My lasagna was still steaming while cutting into it. It had a good balance of meat and bechamel sauce. It had a few crispy edges which was nice as well. Wouldn't mind coming back again to try something else. read more

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If you like Italian food, you're gonna love this place. The nice thing about it is it was so good with all the sides and salad and a glass of beverage. We had a little bit of take-home and we enjoyed it again the next day. That made it twice as good. Everyone has their own favorites when it comes to Italian foods and the three of us ordered our meals and we share every time that we go out together and we're able to taste each other's choices. Everyone loved everything that was on our plate. I just have to rave about their pastas and the sauces. I would recommend this place highly to anyone that wants to have the taste of Italy in their evening. read more

Passione Emporio - Modest pleasant entrance. - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Caesar salad served at room temperature instead of ice cold. Iced tea did not taste like tea - very watered down. Pizza came in oblong form and didn't have a very tasty tomato sauce. Sauce was very close to tomato paste. Crust was too thick and there were way too many toppings on it. The 3% charge for using a credit card was off-putting. Why not just charge a bit more to cover the credit card costs? Finally, Parking is a bit difficult. We will not return. Better pizza at State Flour on College Ave. Owners should go there to see how good pizza is made. However, The service was very good, the ambiance was also quite good. The prices were reasonable. We could actually have a good conversation at this place. read more

I came to the Bay Area to celebrate my best friend's birthday and she requested to come here to celebrate. The restaurant is in a quaint area and we were greeted warmly right away by the manager/maybe owner? We got several dishes to share and they were all delicious. Our group of 3 adults and 2 kids enjoyed all the dishes. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and my friend got free gelato as her birthday dessert. read more

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Our server was Eleonora. She is Italian and the restaurant is AUTHENTIC Italian food. I was just in Italy and the food here is as good! Service was good- prices very reasonable. I recommend if you are looking for amazing wood fired pizza, lasagna etc. read more

Glad I found this place, owner lady is such a sweetheart..this place is same family as previous in Emeryville public market. Place is good so is food. Be aware they have a dine in charge, I didn't tip extra due to this fee, I don't recall seeing it on the menu but they likely do disclose it. I never tip when a dine in fee is charged, it's excessive to do both... I am coming for the linguini and clams next time, unfortunately they were out so I had to get the pizza, which was ok not mind blowing. Their pizza isn't my style it's more upscale type foo foo style pizza, I love a more real traditional thicker combo pizza. read more

Passione Emporio - Combo - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Disappointing! Photos are NOT representative of the space or food. PERHAPS it was due to a staffing problem? We ordered the focaccia and olive starter and received plain, dry pizza crust instead. When we mentioned it, the ONLY waiter in the house replied, "This is what we have." For that price, he could have at least offered to charge only for the olives, which would have been fair. We will not be back. read more

I stumbled upon this place by chance when I was grabbing a coffee next door. The Murino pizza (goronzola + pear + honey) on the menu was what immediately spoke to me. I haven't seen a pizza with that topping combination since I was eating pizza in Pisa, Italy, and that was the best pizza I've had in my life. I absolutely had to try it here locally. The restaurant was on the smaller and cozier side. When we arrived, there were two staff working who both saw and acknowledged us, but still took several minutes to get around to seating us. But after that, the remainder of the service had no issues and food was served in a timely manner! I was very excited when the pizza arrived. From a first impression, the pears were sliced on a thicker side (they were paper thin in Italy), and very loosely spread out on the pizza rather than fully covering it. Similar with the gorgonzola, there were random small patches of them around the pizza, but I think it was on the more sparse side. I love strong stinky cheeses, so I totally could've used more. When I took my first few bites though, it tasted burnt. So I took a peek underneath the pizza and.....welp. Several slices of the pizza were quite burnt indeed. But at least half of it was still alright. I did let the staff know and they made it right by offering a smaller pizza in addition that ended up having no burnt issues at all. Just a little disappointing that it wasn't done right the first time for some happy Italy memories. read more

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I found out about this spot after my guy attended a Yelp Elite event the other night. It's 5 minutes from my job so I sent the menu to the guys & we placed a huge order for lunch. It's not cheap & the pictures my boyfriend sent from the event looked yummy. What we got looked mediocre at best. And overall we rated it - OK Perhaps it just doesn't travel well? We had everything delivered via DoorDash My pizza was ok but I just thought it would be better. And I was excited because we thought maybe it was the same place that ran Hot Italian at the Emeryville Public Market. We loved that place. read more

We somewhat accidentally found Passione Emporio after some holiday shopping at 4th street. WOW what a find! This is like so many small restaurants I've enjoyed in Europe. Not fancy decor, not on a Main Street, and absolutely delicious food. Service is so friendly and authentic. The menu offered many choices to suit varying tastes. I loved the grilled salmon on a bed of delicious smashed potatoes and my partner loved the eggplant parmesan. Not all cheesy like American versions, light and cooked well to enjoy the eggplant. The profiteroles were fresh, the wine selection a mix of European and local. We will definitely be back! read more

Passione Emporio - Delicious oils - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Had to come back again after the recent yelp elite events. Some of the best pizza I've gotten in California after coming back from Boston/ NY. Definitely the best gnocchi I've ever had. The service is also amazing. This is a small place tucked away, definitely gives hole in the wall vibes, so hard to believe there isn't a constant line out the door. read more

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This was an extremely confusing dining experience. Pros: - the pasta dishes themselves are excellent. The mushroom lasagna was full of mushroomy flavor, and the gnocchi is fluffy and light - gelato is delicious and a great way to end your meal - service was attentive - parking is doable - bathroom was clean Cons: - they will charge you $6 for an "Italian soda" that is literally a can of San Pellegrino. For an Italian restaurant, I would have assumed they'd mix syrup with seltzer at least - the menu is wrong/inaccurate in many areas (there's a caesar salad that's labeled "vegetarian" and isn't; the lunch special lets you choose a "pasta" with your soup/salad/fries, but it doesn't mention that you only get to choose between two options--I believe it was the tagliatelle or pappardelle; there's a picture labeled focaccia that's definitely a panini) - THE "TUSCAN FOCACCIA" IS LITERALLY A PLAIN PIZZA CRUST. It's extremely dry and there's no olive oil or sauce or anything to eat with it, and it wasn't dimpled. It's insane and I gaslit myself into thinking "maybe this is just what a Tuscan-style foccaccia is like?" before googling it and it is NOT like that at all - the "grandma's lemon cake" is strange. It's not very lemony and they served the slice on what tastes like Hershey's chocolate syrup. A total miss in flavors read more

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Beautiful pizzas and salads. Great neighborhood restaurant with lots of street parking. Nice selection of moderately priced Italian wines Recommend the pizzas, salads and desserts Friendly service. Thanks Alejandro sp? Don't forget the wine read more

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What a great little gem: Just in the industrial area of 5th St in Berkeley. Who knew? We stopped by for a Saturday afternoon lunch and had a leisurely meal, where the wait staff took good care of us. We had the burrata and prosciutto platter to start off and it was so good. The prosciutto was smoky and lean and the burrata creamy, which paired nicely with the homemade flat breads, served warm. We tried their broccoli soup, had their spinach salad and arugula salad with smoked salmon, and a pizza. The soup was lite and creamy. The salads were health towers of greens. The spinach salad was loaded with cranberry and pistachios, pears and Gorgonzola cheese. A meal in itself, for sure. The arugula salad had a lot of salmon over the top with burrata cheese, as well. My friend had one of their Diavola pizzas and it looked amazing, with a crispy crust and salame. Save room for dessert! Their dessert menu is not to be missed! read more

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Food was good, but not better or worse than countless other Italian restaurants. But: (1) There were 4 items ordered for the five of us (2 were splitting a pizza). Two items were brought to the table pretty quickly. But the chicken Caesar salad had anchovies instead of chicken so was sent back. By the time that was corrected and the two pizzas were served, the first person served had finished eating. And (2) The check (which we had to ask to see - we were simply presented the machine to tap our credit card on) showed a 10% charge for "eating in the restaurant" and 3% for using a credit card (as if many customers are paying over $100 in cash). Please, Mr. Restaurant Owner, add whatever charges you want to the cost of the meal, but just include it in the menu price. Don't be sneaky about it, piss people off, and lose a customer. read more

We visited recently for a family dinner. While the atmosphere is pleasant and the restaurant itself is quite nice, the food and the billing experience left much to be desired. // The Food: The pizza was fine--standard, but nothing to write home about. Unfortunately, the pasta was a real letdown; it arrived both bland and significantly undercooked. The portion size for the pasta was also tiny. We finished with the gelato, which was decent, but it couldn't quite save the meal. // The Service Charge: The most frustrating part of the evening was seeing a "10% dine-in service charge" added to the bill without prior notice. When we asked for clarification, we were told it was to cover the cost of imported Italian ingredients and tariffs. While I understand that supply chain costs are rising, adding a surprise surcharge at the end feels like a "gotcha fee." If the costs of goods have gone up, it's much more transparent to simply adjust the menu prices so customers can make an informed decision upfront. Other reviewers have noted this as well. Between the inconsistent food quality and deceptive pricing on the bill, we won't be returning. read more

One large pizza for two people is a lot of food! We sampled two and brought the equivalent of one large pizza home with us. Delicious! Not very busy on a Friday before noon. Large dining room was airy and nicely decorated. Our server was knowledgeable and attentive. We also ordered Tiramisu and Ice Cream for dessert. Bill came to $118.00 excluding tip. We did not order alcohol. read more

Passione Emporio - Original Crust MURINO pizza, large: Mozzarella, gorgonsola, pears, honey. - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Had a decent experience here but it is really hit or miss depending on the item!!! I would strongly advise against ordering the gnocchi, chocolate soufflé cake, or tiramisu. The gnocchi was an absurdly small portion for $22, and while it was tasty, it was not filling whatsoever. It was almost embarrassing when the server brought it out. Same issue with the cake, just very small for $12. Additionally, as someone who loves tiramisu, I was very disappointed that ours was partially frozen and quite watery - absolute nightmare! I will say the calzone, truffle fries, and drinks were very good and reasonably priced. I do not typically take issue with portion sizes but it was just a bit more ridiculous than even I can bear! read more

Delicious food, friendly service Nice gluten free selection Next time will definitely try the gelato read more

Came here with my fiancé originally just looking for dessert, but we ended up staying for dinner. We looked at the dessert menu first, then figured we might as well try the pizza since we were already there. Service was decent and the staff was polite. The restaurant got a bit busier after we sat down, and just as an observation, it seemed to be a popular spot for the older crowd. No complaints about that, just something I noticed. We ordered the Fiori pizza. My fiancé really liked it. For me, it was just okay. I appreciated the truffle oil and the prosciutto was cooked nicely, but I wanted more crunch in the crust. Unfortunately, the crust also had a weird aftertaste, like it had absorbed the flavor of bleach from a recently cleaned tray. It's something I've encountered before at other restaurants and it's unfortunate when it happens because it kind of ruins the whole bite. For dessert, I got the ricotta pistachio cake and actually enjoyed it. My fiancé had the tiramisu and liked it, but I wasn't a fan. It felt like the layers hadn't come together properly. The flavors were there, but the texture was disjointed and didn't have that cohesive, creamy melt that I usually look for in a tiramisu. All in all, not a bad experience, but not something I'd rush back for. Maybe just a dessert stop next time. read more

Passione Emporio - RICOTTA & PISTACHIO CAKE - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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This place is great. Delicious, approachable, fresh. A family favorite that still feels Nice.

Fabulous Italian food. Everything we've ordered has been to-die-for! Nice service too.

This is literally my new favorite restaurant! I dined there and went back the next night because I wanted to try more things from the menu. Their spaghetti sauce is to die for and next level- puts American spaghetti sauce to shame because this is proper Italian! Loved the primitivo wine, it was amazing. Top it off with their homemade stracciatella gelato. Our server was lovely and made the best recommendations. Great vibes and nice intimate size inside. I'll be going back regularly!!! read more

Very deceiving establishment! We came in for Valentines Day dinner and ordered from the "limited" menu, regular menu was unavailable. We ordered according to the pictures available by scanning in the QR code and were very surprised with what we actually received. We ordered the ravioli, which were pictured as filled in a heart shape, but received 3 small pieces that were barely filled with anything for $27. The seafood lasagna was also on the smaller side. Service was not very attentive even though they barely had any patrons (tell-tale sign). Overall quality of food was 1/10, service was 2/10, and they added a 18% service fee for a glass of wine...come on now. I would never recommend this place to anyone! read more

I've come again during a busy Friday night after having a mildly heavy lunch. I was thinking it would take forever to be greeted and served, but it was almost as if we were the only ones there. Even though it was packed, somehow it wasn't too noisy in the big room. They had some new items on the menu than I last remember. I didn't get what I usually get except for the french fries with cacio e pepe. All was still delicious. I tried a little of the lasagna ragu and was still delicious as always has been. I went at least 3 other times and never has the food been bad. Not to mention their chili oil is really good too. Gave that spicy numbness if you get enough. The french fries with cacio e pepe seems like it would be your typical french fries with cheese but it's on another level. Creamy goodness with crispy fries, not salty at all. Sundried tomato ravioli was somehow still light with an addicting sauce and made al dente(?) The tomato, sundried, but not too strong. I'm used to ravioli being very soft, but kind of liked it being more tough, otherwise it just falls apart. The bomboloni wasn't what I was expecting. I saw Italian doughnut so I thought American donut somehow. It's more of a pastry feel in burger bun shape. It's okay but would rather just do the gelato next time. Overall can't complain! I love this place! Seems to be a not-so-hidden gem now! read more

Passione Emporio - Bomboloni with gelato - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Be very careful when ordering delivery from here. If they don't have the dish they substitute without informing you. I was counting on getting a certain pasta for a friend & the one substituted she can't eat, so I spent a small fortune for nothing! read more

Such a gem! Great finding! Food was delicious and service was kind. Will definitely come back to try other dishes. read more

Passione Emporio - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

WOW! The pizza tastes great! Perfectly chewy crust. Enough pepperoni scattered on a bright red marinara sauce with buttery tangy melted mozzarella cheese topping. Bright high ceilings with walls that display the Gorgeous paintings by local artist Julie Ann Accornero. Her Mandalas invite you to look deeply and feel the healing Colors and Beauty. read more

Passione Emporio - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Between my last visit on 09/13/2025 and today they have added a 3% "credit card surcharge". I've been coming here pretty regularly since 2023, so I can't say I scoured the menu for mention of a credit card fee, but one did not stand out. Not my favorite tactic or an expected one here. Certainly dings them in my line up of restaurants I frequent. read more

This place is all things Italian food. Space is limited - ambience is somewhere between a bistro and an Italian diner and service is friendly but leisurely. The pizza, fish, soups are all truly authentic. Deserts are delicious and wine choices are delightful! Take your time -mans enjoy an Italian delight in the hidden neighborhood that's somewhere between gentrification and warehousing read more

I had their Gelato, and it was absolutely delicious. Creamy, rich, and full of flavor! read more

Passione Emporio - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Awesome pizza place from the brick oven :) got my classic pizza Togo and it definitely hits the spot. Fast and friends service. They got a cute indoor and outdoor spot for dine in. Will be back for the ice cream and pasta. read more

Passione Emporio - MARGHERITA CLASSICA - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

We had a great dinner with exceptional service. I was disappointed that we were the first ones to be seated for the night and they were already out of items such as mussels and chocolate dessert items. The items we did enjoy were: - papardelle salmon: slight lemony taste which went well with the salmon of course and the papardelle was freshly made. I thought the salmon would have large pieces but instead were very small pieces, like crushed, but a good amount of it. The serving size was on the small side. - salad with spinach and pears: solid salad with gorgonzola cheese I believe and pears that paired nicely. It was a good serving size. - Margherita pizza: solid pizza but nothing really special. I could have used more basil on it or maybe The basil pieces were small that I didn't feel like it had enough. I did enjoy the spicy olive oil they give on the side for a nice kick. Awesome that there is plenty of parking available on the street. I also liked that they have a few gelato options on display. I enjoyed the ambiance, it is a cute restaurant! read more

We were excited to try this place but left disappointed. It took 1.5 hrs for our dinner entrees to come out. Worse yet, after 1.5hrs they still forgot an entree and we had to ask 3 different people before it finally came out-another 30 min later. By then the rest of us had finished and they'd cleared the table. Two hours for pasta?? There's literally no acceptable excuse. Additionally, the food was meh. My tagliolini with clams had several clams with half of them just empty shells on an already very small portion. My niece said Trader Joe's gnocchi tasted better than the one she ordered. Needless to say we won't be returning. read more

Passione Emporio - Teensy portion of taglioni vongole. And barely half those clam shells actually had clams - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Crust scrumptious, perfect amount of sauce, hot. $10. I mean... my kind of brunch you know? read more

Passione Emporio - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

This is a real Italiano pizza place run by real Italians. Brava!. Try the spicy oil. Delicious Gracie.

Would totally go back to try other specials and the pasta! I went with some work friends and we got the salad special and the pork special plus some pizzas and calzone. Bummed i didnt try the pastas but will come back for them! Service was great, they only had 1 waiter so I was worried but he was kind, attentive and quick! The place is cozy and cute. I also grabbed a cone of gelato on the way out :) plus lots of parking, i recommend! read more

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Adorable small authentic Italian spot nestled in the unassuming 5th street, harder to find for folks didn't already about it, but the up side is easier street parking which I personally do highly value! Great spot for date or small intimate gatherings! Came here on a Friday evening, only one waiter was present at the establishment for the entire meal duration, but he however did manage to serve all the tables to what I could see very effectively even as the restaurant completely filled up! That said, another wait staff would have absolutely improved the dining experience for the guests overall. We started the meal with an order of focaccia, Sunday salad, and seared Spanish octopus. - Focaccia is very thin which I do prefer since the outside crusty parts are the best! Definitely drizzle some of their delicious house made spicy olive oil on it! - Spinach salad was light and refreshing, tiny extra crunchy croutons provided lovely texture variation. - Spanish octopus with olives were the absolute star of the meal! Octopus cooked to perfection, and the flavor was so well balanced with the olives, potatoes, and tomatoes! For mains, we tried pizza, pappardelle, raviolis, and gnocchi! As someone who is very picky about carbs, I'm happy to report that everything I tried were made with high quality ingredients and worth every calories! Pro tip - drizzle the spicy olive oil on that pizza and thank me later! Don't leave without trying their desserts and/or the most yummy gelato made in the facility just behind the restaurant! Look forward to coming back and trying rest of the menu items! read more

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