Slice House by Tony Gemignani — Restaurant in San Leandro

Four stars because no one is perfect, but this review will probably convince you to check it out!

Tony did not disappoint and continue to build his pizza empire. We are fans and have been at Capo’s SF so we expected nothing less when we went here. Keep in mind, we went on the 5th day of opening this restaurant. We live in Castro Valley so San Leandro is a short distance. When we arrived there were a few people waiting for their order, I saw the QR code for the menu so I used it to order. It says 1 hour. so we waited in the car. An hour passed so I went back to get our order only to see a much bigger crowd waiting! I asked some people there what time they place their orders and they told me they were running about an hour late, I placed my order at 5:25 pm. The guy I spoke with said he placed his order online at 4:30ish and he was still waiting at 6:30ish. His name was called soon after. I went back to the car, asked my wife and kids if they are still okay to wait another hour, they said yes, so we waited more. I came back an hour later which was around 7:30ish and I still saw a lot of people waiting. I overheard some people who said that they have been waiting for over two hours. Here is the kicker, 99% of the people were still patiently waiting and still have positive vibes! There were some who cancelled, disappointed, but understood that this was first week of opening.

At nearly three hours of waiting I almost made the decision to cancel but then I was told that my order is in the oven already. At 3 hours, we finally got our order BUT they ran out of meatballs! It is what we were craving for! The manager handed me an extra box of pizza that someone may have cancelled. I will not turn down a Tony pizza!

We got home with our pizza, past three hours our dinner time and we dove in. The pizzas were fantastic!!! Good quality ingredients, not too oily, delicious crust and I liked the Buffalo wings! Will we come back? Yes!! Maybe not soon but only because we are planning to dig in some deep dish at North Beach for our next pizza run. I am sure they will work out whatever failed on...

Tony Gemignani is a genius when it comes to making pizza, plain & simple. He's a world renowned chef and it really shows in his food.

I first tried his pizza at his original restaurant, Pyzano's in Castro Valley, way back in the late 90's. It's closed since then, but Slice House carries on the tradition of excellent pizza.

I ordered a 13" pepperoni pizza, which came out to about $21 or so (before tip). I picked it up to go on a saturday afternoon, shortly after they opened, so there was only a table of people inside when I arrived. The restaurant has a nice atmosphere, but it's a bit on the small side and I can imagine it fills up quickly. Luckily they offer outdoor seating as well. The staff was great and very attentive; I was in and out in less than 5 minutes.

The pizza itself was amazing. The best pepperoni pizza i've ever had. The crust & toppings were incredibly flavorful; each slice was covered in pepperoni. The 13" pie is a bit small, so if you're like me and can put down 2-3 slices easy, this size is for 1-2 people at most.

You won't find better pizza in the Bay Area. I've also tried their pizza at their other location on 2nd st. In SF and the quality is...

Update 05/07/2025 I had to come back and give accolades to Slice House Pizza in San Leandro. Slice House Pizza in San Leandro is redefining what it means to enjoy a slice. This isn’t just pizza—it’s culinary artistry. Each pie is crafted with the freshest ingredients, and the attention to detail is nothing short of gourmet. From the very first bite, you can taste the passion and thoughtfulness that goes into every recipe.

Under new management and the guidance of manager Collin, the atmosphere exudes sophistication while remaining warm and inviting. He has masterfully blended the elegance of fine dining with the casual comfort of a neighborhood pizzeria.

What truly sets Slice House apart is the incredible variety of crusts, offering something for every palate—from a delicate thin crust to a hearty, flavorful focaccia. Their specialty pizzas are a stroke of genius—bold, inventive, and flawlessly executed.

Slice House Pizza isn’t just a place to grab a quick slice; it’s a destination for food lovers seeking an elevated pizza experience....