Majka Pizzeria — Restaurant in Sacramento

Are you a fan or the legendary Cheeseboard pizza cooperative in Berkeley, California? Do you wake up on Saturday morning only to consider if it’s worth driving to the east bay for lunch there? Have you wondered why their style of rustic sourdough crust pizza with gourmet cheese and farm-fresh toppings hasn’t been replicated elsewhere?

If so, your quality of life in Sacramento has just been boosted!

I’ve been peripherally aware that Majka has been planning to open but had been delayed by the pandemic. The owners are a young couple with years of experience at the Cheeseboard. I’d been wondering how closely they would be able to replicate the famed east bay favorite, and whether or not they’d stay true to those roots or stray into their own variations.

I have been supremely thrilled that Majka has recapitulated Cheeseboard pizza to an indistinguishable degree, which is a good thing. This signals to me that they are staying true to their roots and making exactly the same style and quality pizza you get at the Berkeley parent location, down to the style of cardboard box and the cilantro jalapeño house hot sauce.

No doubt with time their recipes and variations will diverge in small but meaningful ways. However, I thank the owners for starting out firmly rooted in the foundation that they have been given from their experience at Cheeseboard. It is the right place from which Majka should start.

My life has been meaningfully improved with Majka’s establishment in Sacramento. I’ll always visit Cheeseboard any time I’m in Berkeley, but won’t be making the trek just for pizza any more.

And if you haven’t heard of Cheeseboard pizza, stop by Majka. You can...

Majka keeps it simple—and slays. You won’t find a 12-page pizza menu with 8,000 combos here, just fresh, local, seasonal ingredients doing the most in the least complicated way.

The star? “Today’s Pizza.” It changes daily and usually leans vegetarian, but always leans delicious. Think combos like yellow peaches, mozzarella di bufala, gorgonzola, parm, arugula, and Sicilian olive oil. Just had it and it slapped.

They’ve got your classic sausage, pepperoni, or cheese pizzas too, but let’s be honest—why bother?

The pizza crust comes with some cilantro-level controversy. I love it. Chewy, crisp, flavorful, and that tight crumb? Yes, chef!

And the green sauce? Don’t skip it. Drizzle it on your pizza, salad, situationship—whatever. It’s THAT good.

It's a very small space where you sorta feel in everyone's way a bit. Picture the chaos of a Trader Joe’s aisle but with better lighting. Pro move: grab a patio seat if the weather’s cute.

Parking is a pain but lightrail is nearby.

Parking is a mess, but the light rail’s nearby and worth it. Staff is chill, the food isn’t drive-thru fast, but it’s surprisingly speedy even when they’re slammed.

How I break down my ⭐️ reviews: 1 - No. Not if it was the last thing on DoorDash. 🗑️ 2 - Meh. Maybe if I’m desperate, close, and high. 😬 3 - Mid. Not texting the group chat about it. 🤷‍♀️ 4 - Hella solid. Planning my next visit. 😋 5 - Shut up and take my money....

Editing review since being back! Ive now been here a few times and have tried different slices they have. I have had a sausage slice and a mushroom slice (I believe it was a special) and they were both so so delicious! I also came and tried a new special they had that was topped with burrata, Parmesan, sliced green onions/scallions, and basil. The most recent time I went the crust was super thin and crispy, and the tomato sauce was super delicious very bright and I loved the acidity. The time before the crust was a little thicker. My friend got their cheese slice and to her it was good but not extraordinary compared to other places.

They have a good sized menu of options and specials rotating. I had gotten a bottled drink but they have a nice wine selection to choose from to pair with your meal. The inside is cozy and they have a nice sized outdoor seating area. The staff were very friendly and helpful when l asked for recommendations. They bring the food to you as well which is nice. This place is very cute and would be great for a meal with friends...