Rose Pizzeria — Restaurant in Berkeley

They call it a Ceasar salad, but it's a bit far from traditional. A little chili spice is ok, but ours was nearly overwhelmed and bordering on inedible. I did like the Baby Gems greens though. The crumbled croutons idea needs a re-think. It comes off needlessly gritty and dry. The kind of thing that makes you choke, like sand. And I missed a brighter more lemony dressing. Our Margharita pizza was better. But once again a bit far from traditional, with yellow cheese and scarce bits of basil lost to too much browning. The crust was indeed very good, somewhat on the plumper side of thin crust. And I wonder what flour mix is used? It seems to be multigrain of possibly gluten free as it missed too much of my bay area sourdough craving. But it was piping hot and crispy. The service was very good and I appreciated being welcomed in without a reservation on a Sunday afternoon. There was only one 'two top' available inside. Our server was efficient and warm without pretense. The atmosphere is a kick, with some casual funkiness and a nice patio outside in the back. I was tempted to lounge and just hang out. But sensing a totally legit expectation, cleared our table for the many arriving reservations. I do commend the establishment for accepting reservations at all. They seem to have a very loyal following. Checking out is the usual technology driven, scan your card and select the pre-determined or proposed tip. The server hovering about at this point is awkward. Well, I was holding the same device used for ordering. If I lingered it might be equally awkward. I still hate that but prefer to leave a cash tip. And I kind of hurriedly entered my phone # for a text receipt which never came through. Now, go get some pizza and a bit of fun. It's worth experimenting at...

A really lovely spot with a welcoming, old-school sit down pizzeria charm. We sat in the back patio which was heated felt moved away from the street. Service was good and gentle with a very soft-spoken server. We got the anchovies, burrata with tangerines and mushroom pizza, alongside a couple of glasses of wine. The anchovy dish was a mix of cured and pickled anchovies with dill and sumac accompanied by potato chips. The burrata came on a bed of arugula and tangerines (just peeled chucks…I think that making some supremes would have made the dish much nicer) with a side of focaccia. I am glad we got both of those dishes, because for me they complemented each other. The burrata dish was missing some salt, which helped tame the saltiness of the cured anchovies. I also liked that I could use the focaccia from the burrata to sop up the anchovy oil, which I couldn’t really do with the chips. The mushroom pizza was good, but quite heavy and loaded. Pizza is such a personal preference, but mine is that less is more and I also put a lot of importance on the dough. I prefer a dough that is lighter and gives you a ciabatta-like ring of a crust. Personal preferences aside, it was a very good pie and nicely cooked, yet too much to finish (no complaints about having some leftover for tomorrow). The price tag also seemed very reasonable for a...

Highlight: Delicious vegan-friendly pizza in a spotless space with a patio you’ll want to linger on.

Restaurant: This cozy Berkeley pizza spot takes pride in crafting high-quality pies with fresh ingredients and thoughtful flavor combinations. The atmosphere is relaxed yet well-kept, and the charming patio is the kind of space that makes you want to extend your meal just to soak it all in.

Service: Service here is warm, welcoming, and attentive without feeling rushed. Staff members know their menu well and seem genuinely happy to guide you toward great choices. The care they put into the dining experience is evident from start to finish.

Food: We enjoyed a vegan pizza topped with sausage and peppers, and it was packed with flavor—savory, well-balanced, and cooked to perfection. The vegan Caesar salad was another standout, with a creamy, flavorful dressing that didn’t feel like a compromise. Every bite spoke to the attention paid to quality and freshness.

Recommendations: Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or just a pizza lover, this is a must-visit. Grab a spot on the patio if the weather’s nice, and don’t skip the vegan Caesar—it’s a pleasant surprise. The spotless dining area and even cleaner bathroom say a lot about how much the team cares. Highly recommend for anyone seeking top-notch pizza...