Pizzeria Mercato — Restaurant in Emeryville

I love the dough here SO MUCH. This is my husband's favorite restaurant at Public Market and for good reason. The service is fast and efficient, and the pizzas are delicious with the most delightfully chewy crust. I don't eat cheese, so we have this system where my husband eats everything until the crust, and then I dip the crust in olive oil and devour it (they provide regular olive oil and chili olive oil). It's a great system.

I live nearby, and I guess they did a marketing campaign where they sent out postcards to everyone offering free garlic breadsticks with any purchase. So we ordered my husband's favorite pizza (the brisket pizza) and asked for the breadsticks as well. OMG. Remember when I said they have the best dough? Well, these are by far the best breadsticks I've ever had in my life as a result of them having the best dough. I mean, it was even better than the pizza crust! The elasticity of the dough was just to die for. And the marinara sauce they provided was perfectly seasoned and flavorful.

At this point I want to ask them if I can just buy a bunch of dough and a gallon of marinara and keep them in my freezer. I don't know what their secret is, or maybe it's because they use a woodfire oven.

They never asked for a review, it was just so good that I immediately told the waiter that these were the best breadsticks I've ever had in my life (he was bashful) and went home with the intention of writing reviews both here and on Google.

Oh btw, I love the mural they have on the wall. You gotta check it out and look at all the details. I hope this restaurant does well and stays around for a...

If you are in the Emeryville area, Mercato Pizzeria at the Market Place is an absolute must-visit! From start to finish, this place delivers an unforgettable dining experience. For appetizers, we started with the chicken wings and garlic flatbread. The wings were incredibly flavorful and juicy, with the perfect balance of seasoning that left me wanting more. The garlic flatbread was just heavenly—crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy on the inside, with a wonderful blend of garlic and herbs that made it utterly addictive.

For the main course, we ordered both the margarita pizza and the pepperoni pizza, and they did not disappoint. The margarita pizza had a wonderfully tangy tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and a perfectly crisp crust that was both light and satisfying. The pepperoni pizza was equally impressive—loaded with perfectly spiced pepperoni and the right amount of cheese, with a nice balance of flavors in every bite. The crust on both pizzas was just the right amount of chewy, with a slight crispiness that added an extra layer of texture.

What really made the experience stand out was the staff. They were incredibly friendly and accommodating, going above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot for a casual yet delicious meal.

I highly recommend Mercato Pizzeria to anyone looking for great pizza and outstanding service. It’s definitely a...

I visited Pizzeria Mercato on Sunday with family and friends, and the experience was extremely disappointing.

We went straight to the counter to order, planning to eat inside the Public Market. I asked for spaghetti for the kids—something we've had at this location in the past—and the man behind the counter laughed and said, “We don’t sell spaghetti,” as if it was a ridiculous question. I then asked about gnocchi, and he replied again with attitude: “We don’t have that.”

At that point, I politely said, “Well, why don’t you teach us the correct names then?” trying to ease the tension, but it was clear he was already frustrated with us. We ended up ordering a basic pasta with red sauce and a garlic bread to-go for my son.

After eating in the market, we realized they had closed before I could pick up the garlic bread. I returned another day to explain the situation and ask for a refund for the garlic bread ($13.23), and was met with even worse customer service. The man behind the counter was extremely rude and clearly lacked training. Instead of handling the refund professionally, he got visibly upset, pulled money out of his own wallet, slammed it on the counter, and said sarcastically, “Here’s $13.25—keep the change,” before walking off.

I left feeling humiliated and disrespected for simply asking to be refunded for an item I never received. Pizzeria Mercato seriously needs to retrain their staff in basic customer service and...