This is probably hands-down my favorite pizza place in Berkeley. I love deep dish, Chicago style pizza. Unfortunately, I can't eat it anymore because of being gluten-free but my memory of it is oh so good. I do have their gluten-free pizza now and it's also very good. My family still enjoys the Chicago style deep dish. Their sauce is so good, I've tried to replicate it when I make pizza at home and think I have come pretty close, but not quite. It's always quite busy in there and buzzing with people happily eating. The service has always been excellent. read more

Stopped by with my daughter for a quick slice and took advantage of their lunch special -- a slice of pizza, Caesar salad, and a soda for $12.95. It's one of my favorite deals. This Solano location is one of the few that offers a veggie slice, which I really appreciate. At other locations, you usually have to substitute with a personal Zachary's Special (no sausage), which is more expensive. Unless I'm getting the deep dish version, the veggie slice is really the only one I'll order. Service was great from the moment we walked in -- greeted warmly and served right away. Ordering was simple and easy. They had just pulled a fresh pan of veggie slices out of the oven, so both my veggie slice and the pepperoni slice were hot and fresh. There's plenty of seating, the dining room was clean, and I always love the customer-submitted artwork on the walls -- it's one of those consistent touches I enjoy at all Zachary's locations. Definitely worth it, especially for lunch. I'll absolutely be back. read more

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First and foremost, the customer service from both chaps was spectacular. Definitely made us feel welcome, were patient with my indecision, and was very accommodating. Restroom AND restroom was clean. That's a big plus in my book. About a dozen tables available and the noise level was not too loud. I ordered A SMALL Chicago deep dish pepperoni pizza. (Check vid for cheese pull.) It was hearty, heavy, and delicious. 2 slices filled me up. I'll be avoiding eating something this dangerous for about year, minimum. I give my pie a 5 out of 5! My bestie ordered Small Thin crust Chicken Special w/ vegan cheese. It was the yums. Only downside was that at certain points, the chicken/cheese/bbq sauce will slide off the pizza. Still, a 5 out of 5. Big thanks to my friend for recommending that we hang out at this joint. It was worth every moment!! read more

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I am a longtime fan of Zachary's pizza. The deep dish style is excellent - the best Chicago-style in the Bay Area - no question. We always come here and order a the Zachary's Special - it's been great every time. This week I was alone and the deep dish seemed too filling. I ordered the thin crust Zachary's Special. I really wanted to like it , but on this crust, it fell really short. The crust is just not good. It was bland, uninspired, and was just a mess! It was a huge disappointment. As always, the service was great - a combination of younger severs and older ones. All top notch and fantastic! Truly a pleasure dining at this location with this staff! Good job! We will be back for the deep dish, but avoid the thin crust at all costs. So many better thin pizzas in Berkekey that really are special and taste phenomenal. Not sure why Zachary's even has a thin crust on their menu. It detracts from the excellent deep dish. Sad to have to write this review. read more

I came to this iconic location of Zachary's Chicago Pizza after visiting the original location on College Ave in Oakland. I didn't think I could eat Zachary's pizza two times in one day, so I waited a couple of days. This location at the top of Solano Ave is the second location to open, back in the 80's, so it's been here a long time. Like the Oakland location, parking is a bit of a pain in the area. Don't even think about parking at the grocery store across the street, they have a guy watching the parking lot and where you go. One trick with Zachary's, is if you're ordering deep dish pizza, call it in advance and then get in line. There's usually a wait for a table here as the inside is quite a bit smaller than the Oakland location. They take 45 min to prep and cook and you may not be the first person in line, so be patient, it's well worth it. The deep dish is the same at all the locations with that yummy flaky crust and fillings. Go for the stuffed option, where you get another thing crust layer on top and that is covered with sauce and cheese. The servers are very experienced with serving the first pieces to the guests. It's best to let them do the first piece and then the other pieces are easier to serve. We got the Zach Classic again, I love that combo. I'd like to try the half baked option sometime and then finish the cook at home whenever I wanna eat. read more

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Zachary's is a true East Bay gem. I always take out-of-towners here, including those who have lived in Chicago and they always have great things to say about it. I always wind up parking a few blocks away but it's not too much trouble. They make everything to order and they do warn you that the deep dish pizzas will take time to bake. So don't come here expecting fast food. Service is always great, the server has always plated up our first slices for us. They do get busy, so be patient! This time, we got the chicken special and everything was super good! Nice and cheesy, you get a great cheese pull from this pizza. Will always return! read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Chicken special deep dish - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I've had zachary's about half a dozen times now (maybe a dozen), and it's safe to say this is my favorite pizza spot in the entire bay area. The crust is perfectly charred with an airy, blistering rim, offering a loud, satisfying crunch. A surplus of a vibrant red, tangy tomato sauce that balances the savory, rich cheese. A savory, mouthwatering masterpiece that is impossible to resist. The aesthetic is one that is both abstract, yet elegant and homey. The service is attentive and consistent. Come to Zachary's if you need your life changed. read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Best ceaser salad ever!! The pizza was bit heavy, but delicious nonetheless. Service was great and very spacious interior read more

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First time ordering half baked pizza. First time ever having Zachary's Chicago pizza. My manager would not stfu about this place. He was talking about it for weeks prior and today, this sweet sweet special day it came to fruition. It wasn't busy and seemed cozy inside. I ordered online and it was given to me as soon as I walked up. When I got home I followed the instructions given and bada bing. An awesome pie laid before me. A tear rolled down my cheek after the first bite, and a slow motion explosion with doves flying was behind me as I ate a slice. Yes, it did happen exactly like that. read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Large Stuffed Zacharys Special. Yasssssssss! - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Tried Zachary's for the first time and it was also my first time having deep dish, I'm a big fan! There were plenty of vegetarian options. We got the spinach and mushroom pie, and it was delicious with amazing cheese pulls. A small was more than enough for two, possibly three, so it's a great value. The arugula salad was a light, fresh starter. The pizza did take about 30 minutes to come out, but the cozy ambiance and attentive service more than made up for it. Our server checked in often and kept our waters topped off. The restaurant wasn't busy when we went, which made for a relaxed experience. I also really liked the unique wall art! Parking was a bit of a challenge on a Saturday afternoon, metered spots are limited nearby, but there's free residential parking a short distance away. Would definitely come back and recommend it to anyone curious about trying deep dish! read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Small Stuffed Spinach & Mushroom - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

You can call ahead to order your pizzas for dining in; it helps save the 30-40 min when you order at your table. The place is a little small but bustling with energy. Anticipate a bit of a wait on weekends or if you have a group larger than 4. The workers have great attitudes. My husband loved his deep dish pizza, and so did I for my thin one. There are parking spots on the street, which could fill up fast especially since there are other shops around. read more

It's Zachary's. 5-stars by definition. Spinach and mushroom special, and if you must, half-and-half with the chicken special. No quotes around special, because even though we've ordered it for decades, it's always special. Get a large, not a medium, leftovers keep. And it always get eaten. Haven't adventured beyond that on the menu, and when it's that good, why? We did once order a large salad, maybe 10 years ago and people said it was just OK. But I digress. Typical for me: I order online, walk in, enjoy the art on the wall created by fans (similarly enthusiastic but more talented). This doesn't check the "service" and "ambiance" boxes on Yelp but it really should. Anyway, I pick up my pie and I come back home as the hero that saved dinner. Thanks, Zachary's, you're a Bay Area legend. read more

My absolute favorite pizza in the world!! I wish they had this in SoCal! Zachary's Chicago Pizza adds a fun twist to their pizzas with a hearty amount of fresh tomato sauce coating the toppings. I especially like their Good Health and Zachary's Special flavors, split half-half. A medium stuffed pizza was perfect for our party of 4. Their salads are delicious too. The Solano location was peaceful on a Thursday evening with great service. The pizza does take a while to come out though so if you're dining in, make sure you budget enough time. read more

We come here every Saturday. It's great food, friendly service, and family-oriented. The overall quality and taste of the pizza and Caesar salad is excellent. The portions are also very satisfying. Review from my 9-year-old: I liked the consistency of the crust. It was a joy to bite into. Their Caesar salad was top notch and perfect seasoning. The service was extremely fast. The people there were very cautious about what was to our liking. read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Large thin - half cheese / half pepperoni, sausage and mushrooms pizza - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

I've been to the college and most recently to the Solano shop. It's consistently great food and service. The restaurant at Solano clean and staff were great! We went on a week day and only a few customers. Deep dish piazza so enjoyable Zachary's the best read more

First time coming here and it did not disappoint! We got the spring salad to start and the deep dish Rustic Italian. Both get a 10/10. Service was friendly and the place has a chill, casual vibe to it. We'll definitely be back read more

This little gem in Berkeley or Albany is great. It's it's on a strip of little boutiques that you can walk to while waiting for your pizza there. It's consignment shops and bedazzled shops and luxury rug, shops and all kinds of shops and the service was really good you can sit and our takeout and we decided to take out got home and we got the deep dish pizza. It was so good. Oh my gosh, perfect cheese Just good. The Ambiance you can go on a date there a first date will be great. There are somewhere to take the kids a solo day. I suggest you to check it out. read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Deep dish - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Classic establishment in the Berkeley area. I have been here so many times we absolutely love Zachary's pizza. Service is pretty good. Good vibe and good pizza. read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza, yum to the max! The Solano location has been home to many celebrations throughout life ~ birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, date nights, and family gatherings. One of my favorite things is grabbing a slice on-the-go, and Zachary's has an awesome lunch special available from 11a-3p that includes a slice of choice (usually cheese, pepp, veggie, or sausage) with a side Caesar salad and drink (iced tea or fountain) for $12.50! Slices at $6.50 a pop! Service is always quick, efficient, and friendly ~ as much as I enjoy getting deep dish with friends..our fam typically does the traditional thin-crust! Love the cornmeal crust, it's truly to me what sets Zach's apart from other local pizza spots. Hearty toppings, chunky tomatoes, amazing ranch. The way to my heart! The Zachary's Special (cheese, Italian sausage, mushroom, onion, green pepper) is a go-to and don't sleep on the Barbecue Chicken, so fire! Love the old school Zachary's merch sold and the pizza posters that adorn the brick walls of the restaurant. I think you can create-your-own artwork for the chance to be featured on the walls! Looks like the website has more info if there's an artist in ya! read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Thin Crust Cheese & Build-Your-Own - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Me and my friend ordered a barbecue pizza and a chicken garlic pizza. It was really good but in less than an hour we both got food poisoning from it. It is now the next day and my behind is very sore. Would not recommend. read more

Tired of the normal pan crust or thin crust pizza? Want something more filling? Try some Deep Dish Pizza at Zachary's! We've been coming here for years, and their pizzas have been consistently awesome. We usually get their Stuffed Spinach and Mushroom pizza to go. As soon as we got home, we went to town. By the time I realized I forgot to take a picture of the pizza, it was too late haha. Just know the pizza taste very fresh. It doesn't leave that heavy icky feel like other pizzas would. If you want to eat it there, they have plenty of tables and seating. I ordered online, walked up to the pickup area, gave them my name and she gave me my pizza. Quick and easy. There are haters that say it's not true Chicago Style Pizza. Well, we're in California and this is awesome Stuffed Deep Dish Pizza, no matter what style it is haha. read more

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Good service & never have the Chicago Style Stuffed Pizza and I like it so much ... Had dinner there with family & like to come back there soon. read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - The Chicago Style Stuffed Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Classic deep dish pizza. I like the fact they use extra sauce which is not common these days with pizza that has too much cheese but not enough marinara underneath. read more

Disregard that the pizza is halved- we were sharing it. Maybe it's the fact it's "Chicago" style pizza but the crust is thick and doughy and the overall feel is school cafeteria pizza. The pizza came out warm and the staff was quick and efficient. However, the fact that we payed almost 7$ for a pizza slice that was worse than mediocre was disheartening. The restaurant however was quite busy so clearly some people like this. read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Cheese pizza - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

I have yet to go wrong with a deep-dish pizzeria here in the Bay Area. Come at me all you want but having been to Chicago, I can honestly say that we do it here in the Bay Area better than in Chicago. I see this place pop up all the time as the featured restaurant for the week on my sf2bay newsletter (I live in Los Altos) and have made a note to try it out but have never gotten a chance. One weekend over the holidays, my family had lunch at nearby Chez Panisse. My family always likes to pick up a pizza from Cheeseboard for dinner but it was closed for the holiday. I asked one of my clients who lives in Berkeley for an alternative and she recommended Zachary's, a "Berkeley classic" as she put it. Even though we came at 3:30 PM (since it was after lunch), this place was quite busy so you can tell it's popular. Even though the interior and ambiance are quite nice, this place still gives off the classic Berkeley hipster vibe. We got the combo and chicken specials. The pizzas were super tasty and you can tell the ingredients were super fresh. Even my dad who normally doesn't like deep-dish enjoyed the pizzas. Although Cheeseboard is still our go-to pizza in Berkeley, we have now found a reliable alternative if it is closed in the future! read more

So yummy. My neighbors recommended Zachary's to me and they were right. It's fire. I got too excited and ate half of the pizza before I could snap a pic lol but I highly recommend checking this spot out if you're in the market for pizza. I placed a to-go order that took about 30 mins which was the perfect amount of time. Ambiance looked cute when I picked up my pizza. I got half spinach and mushroom and half chicken special. read more

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Ah Zachary's! For a institution that has little to no competition out there (esp. since the demise of PATXIS) it is rare that you have a restaurant that remains excellent year in year out. We have been going here for almost 3 decades and I was shocked when I realized I have never thrown down a review. There are exactly 2 of these apex deep dish pizza places. It can be beyond insane during busy times. As such we typically visit off peak times. The thin crust pizza is good but what you really want.... nay need is the deep dish. The pizza takes time to cook. So plan on that and enjoy your apps in a leisurely manner. The Pizza: I typically order a deep dish with red sauce, pepperoni, sausage, onions, peppers, black lives and garlic. The crust is perfect. flaky but with enough doughy give, it would be awesome by itself with a good cheese. The sauce is fresh, rustic and has a ton of flavor. The gooey cheese leaves a train from the pie to your plate. These are stick to your rib slices and no matter how you put your pie together its going to be tasty. We added bacon last time and it was just as good. I would limit ingredients. Too many will destroy the delicate balance int he pie Salad: The Caesar was fresh and flavorful. Unlike most places catering to the bland common denominator you can (as you should) taste the anchovies in the dressing. It was a tasty way to kill time waiting for your deep dish. Friendly service and good draft beer selection. read more

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The customer service was awful. We ordered a salad to start. Salad came and we weren't given utensils. I asked twice for utensils. Nothing. Finally we just took some off and empty table. Absolutely ridiculous. I still love the food but I'm really disappointed in the service. read more

I'm always pleased whenever I ordered from Zachary's pizza. It's delicious and great service. I usually order the carne deep dish which is my favorite. read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I'd say the pizza is pretty darn good. And the service was excellent also. I had a plain cheese pizza then style done extra well done. My friend had a barbecue chicken. Both were outstanding. Service was also top-notch. Dining room is clean and comfortable. Bathrooms are also clean. Convenient free parking on a Saturday evening at 8:00 p.m. All around a positive dining experience. Also note, although not this particular Zachary's, but the Oakland Zachary's provided pizza for a recent work event. Pizza was fantastic. Everyone loved it. read more

Visiting from LA and I was referred by a dear friend that this was the spot to check out ! Food was delicious ! I'm used to thin crust as I can't consume much dough, however, the ingredients were yummy! Ambiance was warm and inviting! Service with a smile from Natalia ! Keep in mind that deep dish pizzas can take 30 min + . Call ahead or just sit n relax . The small Caesar was good enough for 2 ppl. Their Caesar dressing was delicious n tangy ! See you guys next time read more

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Having grown up in the Bay Area, we forget what an institution this has become. One of my first dates 30+ years ago was at Zach's on College Ave. My sig. other ordered extra tomatoes and to this day, I'm relentless on my teasing as only old married couple can do. There's a layer of tomatoes on top so hint....absolutely no need for extra tomatoes. The quality is still there after all these years. The crispness of the crust, oozieness of the cheese (that's right ...made up a word everyone understands) and the the service were top notch. This is the pie I where I throw out tracking carbs or being concerned with Keto. It's about enjoying life in the moment. Eat this pie. The only regret was I could not eat more. Tonight's pie was Zachary's Special. Get it. Hint: order the bigger pie so you'll have take home for tomorrow. Worth every dollar. read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Zachary special - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

Ask for Josh! Great service, I was seated immediately and Josh took my order right away - He brought out a red wine blend that was delicious and jammy-deep, went perfectly with the stuffed pizza (30 mins bake time). Great ambiance, cozy, family-style, babies, lovers, and grandpas all happily eating pizza. I'll be back for the thin crust next! read more

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The atmosphere is small and quaint but the service is good. The deep dish pizza is my favorite with fresh ingredients and delicious flavors! read more

Unfortunately I'm probably an oddball for being unable to wait around for their deep dish, but I was short on time so I figured lunch specials on a different kind of pizza should be fine right? Well, to similarly minded folk I say: it's reasonable value to feed yourself in a pinch but a good pizza it was...not quite. A very casual joint that seems mixed between table-service and first-come-first-served depending on what you tell the folks up front. Either way, you can walk right up to the front to put in your order in and things come out pretty fast. I'm not sure what I was expecting for the pizza, but for six bucks a slice I was at least convinced it'd be better than what I got. The lunch special in of itself will definitely help fill you up and at least in terms of volume it is a very hefty slice. However, this is mostly because it's so thick on the bottom that it's hard to think this is their thin-crust. I had to drink the iced tea with eat bite cause the dry bottom was hard to eat by itself. Way beyond dry and with very little in the way of sauce (not to mention my sausage just didn't have much sausage, see if you can see any in the picture). The salad was honestly better than the pizza. I'd give them another chance for a deep dish pizza, but I can't recommend their thin-crust, not by the slice at least as per their lunch special. It works in a pinch, but it's not a noteworthy eat. read more

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After reading all the 5 stars reviews I had high expectation which didn't meet. Chicago pizza I had in Chicago was way better. The restaurant only had few groups of customers around 6pm on weekday dinner and tables are mostly empty.. (maybe this was red flag) We had to wait 30~ mins to get stuffed Zachary's special, which tasted just like tomato sauce with few sausage bites and some veggie chunks. The 12" tomato sauce pizza costed $40 after tax & tips (def not worth). The crust is really hard to chew and the pizza wasn't as deep / stuffed as when I had in Chicago. The server was friendly although they only came around our table just to take order, bring food and to get check. Maybe this place used to be better or I had too high expectation. Either way not a place I would come back. read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Seasoning that made it taste better as pizza tasted just like tomato sauce - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I just ate Zachary's pizza twice this week and do I look happy?! YES! First we took a couple large deep dish spinach mushroom pies up to our friends in Sonoma & made their day (& weekend!). Then a friend threw a big party for our birthdays & had 6 different kinds of Zachary's thin crust that also were superb. This is a gift that keeps on giving- getting delicious Zachary's Pizza for the people you love Do it. Easy to order & service is speedy & accurate. read more

Do you see this cheese?! Absolutely incredible cornmeal crust, thick layer of cheese, then filled pie of sauce & toppings! THE BEST! read more

Zachary's Chicago Pizza - Large Stuffed Spinach and Mushroom - Pizza Near Me - Berkeley, California

It's been years since we've eaten at Zachary's and we're glad to discover this location. It's in an area next to a bookstore and small local stores. We had to get the original Chicago style pizza and didn't regret it. Also loved the local art on the walls. Very nice staff. read more

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It's always a good sign when a pizza place takes its time to prepare the masterpiece :) and this spot in Berkeley really delivers on that front! What makes this place stand out is not just the quality of the ingredients, but also the authentic Chicago-style preparation. If you're a fan of deep dish pizza, then you'll definitely want to give this place a try. And it's not just the food that's noteworthy but the service is also excellent. It's always a pleasure to find a hidden gem that offers both great food and great service. If you do decide to visit, here are a few other things to keep in mind: Since the pizza takes 30 minutes to make, you might want to plan ahead and order ahead of time or be prepared to wait a bit. In addition to the pizza, they also offer other Chicago-style specialties. Be sure to check out the menu posted on the wall of the restaurant Finally, if you're a fan of craft beer, you might want to check out their selection. A good beer and a slice of hot pizza is a classic combo for a reason! read more

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