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A one-man, pre-order-only pie shop revered by local critics; the San Francisco Chronicle profiled its singular approach and included it among the Bay Area’s standout pizzas. Expect 18-inch pies with char, chew, and personality—plan ahead.
Craft pizzas, New York meets Neapolitan, pre-order only
2995 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94705 Get directions
$10–20
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