"When Noodle Theory closed in Oakland’s Rockridge late last year after 15 years in business, our hearts shattered. So it was only right that we’d be skeptical of the new Italian spot that took its place. Lucky for us, Sfizio is our new beloved. Their whole shtick is affordable pastas, with the $10 rich red spaghetti serving as their headliner. But if you end up getting more plates (which you should), like the excellent tagliolini or rockfish ceviche, the bill adds up quick. Nonetheless, this is a spot to get excited about for fun walk-in dinners with friends when you want good pasta without too much effort or wait. What’s for dinner tonight? “Oh, Sfizio, sounds great.”" - Julia Chen 1, Lani Conway, Ricky Rodriguez