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Zachary's Chicago Pizza

Pizzeria$$$$

Rockridge, Oakland

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Ranked #5 for cheese in Oakland
This pizzeria is famous for their Italian food. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"The deep dish here is awesome, the Zachary’s special is my fave."(61 Tips)
"... & mushroom and half zachary's special. Small is perfect for 2 hungry..."(9 Tips)
"The spinach and mushroom is to die for!"(5 Tips)
"Great Chicago style pizza!! Met the most talkative four-year old."(5 Tips)

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Ryan LeggettJuly 8, 2017
Been here 5+ times
The best deep dish pizza in the Bay Area. Everything is delicious, but the classic with spinach, mushrooms, and house spices is a great way to start if it's your first visit.
Paula Wirth / Eat Drink OaklandApril 8, 2012
Zachary’s serves deep dish Chicago-style pizza with vegan crust and Daiya vegan cheese, and vegetarian pies, and will offer vegetarian seasonal specials during Oakland Veg Week, April 15-21, 2012.
Kelly BoneApril 9, 2014
The VEGAN deep dish crust is better than the regular! Try it even if you're ordering dairy cheese or meats!
Marta TapperoOctober 7, 2017
Always always consisten on tasty and unique! The tomato sauce is so rich and juicy! Service is super kind. There is always a wait but they make it very efficient. Meatballs are just ok, but caesar!
Troy HarlanOctober 27, 2015
Get the deep dish pizza. It's why this place exists - to give those who've lived in Chicago the closest thing to what we had there. If you opt instead for the thin crust, you're doing it wrong.
BommyNovember 27, 2014
Grab a beer and dig into half stuffed spinach & mushroom and half zachary's special. Small is perfect for 2 hungry people.
Matt MayoJune 9, 2018
Delicious vegetarian deep dish, including their main event with spinach and mushroom covered in a chunky tomato sauce.
Inderpreet SinghAugust 23, 2014
Been here 10+ times
They can make most of their pizzas vegan. Excellent crust and perfectly done. They have vegan cheese as an extra.
Tiago FerreiraNovember 4, 2015
That was the first time I ate a deep dish pizza and I loved it. They also call it Chicago style pizza. If you don't know it, you should definitely try it.
Meg HerbertAugust 17, 2013
Awesomeness. Busy as hell. Order to go and have a beer while you wait. Nice staff. Not a fan of Chicago style like me? "thin" is the way to go! Ready in 20 min.
Camden TaylerSeptember 14, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Fucking great pizza. Busy, though, so expect a wait. But you can order your pizza while you wait! And deep dish takes a while to bake anyway, so you don't end up losing that much time.
Nicholas YoungApril 7, 2013
Been here 10+ times
One of top highlights of the East Bay, if not the entire Bay Area. Excellent deep dish, but the thin crust comes up a bit short. Order ahead and take home.
Andreea StefanescuNovember 16, 2014
Once you go to Zachary's for the deep dish you will never be able to look at "normal" pizza like you used to.. try the chicken bbq, it's amazing!
Michael SippeyApril 20, 2013
I know you *think* you like deep dish pizza, but you really like thin crust better. Which means try the place across the street, Jules Pizza.
Michael SJanuary 1, 2015
Spectacular Pizza, employee owned and operated, what's not to love? (My favorite pizza place in the world for the last ten years)
Cameron WDecember 21, 2014
Awesome deep dish pizza. From NYC, not used to the knife and fork pizza experience but I get it now. Top notch pizza pie.
VictoriaSeptember 8, 2014
Deep dish pizza. Tomato, cheese and that crust. Yum. Chorizo pizza is to die for 😛👌 I was stuffed after two slices. Worth the wait!
Victor StuberOctober 13, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Stuffed pizza is pretty authentic and so good. I'm pretty sure they spray their pizza smell within a 2 block radius to lure you in.
Laughing SquidFebruary 24, 2012
Be sure to get a salad if ordering a stuffed pizza, the pizza takes a looooong time (but so worth it). Look for the awesome Thriller-themed art poster.
Yvonne BarterSeptember 4, 2018
For large parties you can call ahead to see how long the approximate wait is and they will start setting up for you.
Jenny ChengAugust 6, 2011
You can put in your pizza order while you wait for a table. So put in your order and grab a beer! By the time you get a seat your pizza will be done too. Genius!
PertzDecember 17, 2014
Expect to wait, especially on nights/weekends. Spinach & Mushroom (or any deep-dish, skip the thin crust) is the way to go!
SarahMay 5, 2016
The deep dish pizzas are to die for. Make sure to get the deep dish on your first visit.
Marco LazzeriApril 6, 2014
Friendly and warm place. Thin crust pizza disappointing. Definitely go for the deep dish / Chicago style one.
Sam CarringtonDecember 22, 2013
Amazing. Chunky sauce with fresh tomatoes, crispy crust, yummy gooey cheese. Happy happy mouth!!
Dave MilzFebruary 10, 2017
Portions are huge, so order with caution. But service was great, and the food was delicious!
Rose SawyerAugust 31, 2013
Always great pizza, whatever u order u can't go wrong! Just come in and enjoy
Ally MSeptember 13, 2015
Reminds me of Chicago! Authentic deep dish pizza - delicious! Be prepared to wait in line though
ScottySauceAugust 17, 2011
Don't bother getting the regular pizza when you can get STUFFED! Zachary's is a place you go to for a stuffed pizza and it's a sin to get anything else!
Paul SullivanMay 13, 2016
Deep dish is amazing!! My NYC wife says "that's not pizza" -- whatever. It's great!!!
LAD BuzzMay 29, 2010
Always order more than you need so you can take some home and enjoy it again! The Deep Dish Pizzas are like having a yummy lasagna with pizza crust!!! Fantastic!
Rishi AthanikarJune 15, 2019
Go for the half-half. Great way to try 2 options
Jodi HaddonAugust 20, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Zachary's Pride and Joy, the deep dish spinach and mushroom is the best pizza, ever.
AlexJune 22, 2016
The deep dish here is awesome, the Zachary’s special is my fave.
Alexa (@ladylexy) AndrzejewskiJanuary 4, 2012
Try the Zachary's Special Pizza - Wow, I might like this more than the spinach mushroom I've always gotten!
Carl RogersJuly 4, 2010
Haven't been here in years! Though nothing compares to a deep dish back home, Zachary's definitely makes the best Chicago pie in the SF Bay Area. Order sausage as a topping and find that it's sliced
VMarch 8, 2013
If it is your first time, get the Zachary's deep dish. Amazing! Best deep dished here in the SF Bay!!
Ben HowardFebruary 4, 2013
If they have the meatball pizza on special then go for it, it's amazing.
AnngelicaJuly 19, 2010
The STUFFED pizza IS as good as it gets. It's like lasagna - hearty, filling, and delish. Parking is terrible, so take BART if you can (the station is one block away). Read more
Mike GrafhamDecember 30, 2016
Fantastic pizza, worth the trip out into Rockridge
BrianJanuary 4, 2015
So yummy. Only need to order a small if you're only two people.
Rich N.March 14, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Don't EVER get the Gluten-Free pizza where you substitute the mozzarella with dairy-free "cheese"!
Bob LeeDecember 19, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Love both the thin crust and the deep dish. The spinach and mushroom is to die for!
Josephine H.August 28, 2012
Carne deep dish with a side of lemonade! You can also order half and half for toppings!
JTApril 8, 2016
I think about their deep dish pizza all the time. Tomato sauce is soo fresh
Cato HagenAugust 23, 2013
Go for the CARNE. Best pizza I've had in a while. Really worth the trip. :)
Jane ChuMarch 16, 2012
This location is the original. The pizza here tastes better than actual Chicago Deep Dish, imo. This is more of a gourmet pizza though.
SarahMarch 7, 2015
V authentic deep dish with a west coast flair. The carnitas pizza is sooo good.
nancy t.October 9, 2014
Get there early, order during your wait, and the food will be ready by the time you sit.
Robert RoweMay 29, 2010
...eat pizza here till it hurts! For one's good conscience get the Good Health Pizza with baked chicken breast and fresh spinach with part skim mozzarella on a whole wheat crust. Read more

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