Gypsy's Trattoria Italiana

Italian restaurant · Telegraph Avenue

Gypsy's Trattoria Italiana

Italian restaurant · Telegraph Avenue

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2519 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704

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Huge portions of Italian comfort food at student-friendly prices  

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"You can get a lot of good Italian food for cheap at Gypsy’s Trattoria Italiana. The calzones are the size of your head and one pasta can easily be split between two people. There will most likely be a line, and it can be tough to get a table, so split your group up, and play table frogger until you’re finally all sitting in the same place. Also, there’s no alcohol here, so plan accordingly." - will kamensky

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"Berkeley’s Pasta Bene is offering 20% off all orders (including catering) for healthcare workers. Pasta specials are also available for lunch and dinner. You can call 510-845-2363 or go online to order." - team infatuation

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"Gypsy’s Trattoria Italiana is a counter service spot near Cal where you can get you a lot of Italian food for cheap. The calzones are the size of your head and one pasta can easily be split between two people. And, for the amount of food you’re getting, the food is pretty good. There will most likely be a line, and it can be tough to get a table, so maybe avoid coming with a big group unless you want to sit in the communal area outside." - Will Kamensky

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Beloved by students for generous, affordable pastas and calzones, this late-night institution appears on Eater SF’s late-night maps and in Berkeleyside’s campus dining guides. It’s fast, unfussy Italian-American with a loyal following.

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Lydia Chang

Google
Food: it’s pretty good for the price. The flavors not too bad and it’s filling as this is a popular choice among students. Service: always busy but the staff is always helpful with recommendations and answering questions. Ambiance: very casual and a bit crowded. Would recommend the outdoor public seating.

Leslie West

Google
Gypsies is a Italian staple for the entire bay area. All sauces are made from scratch we usually get the chicken Alfredo or salmon Alfredo and decided to go with a customer recommendation of the beef Bolognese and have been getting it ever sense. It’s really just raviolis they also have a ravioli Alfredo that you can add chicken to. Do not sleep on this gem order what you can afford. You can turn any one of the meals on the menu into a combo which is a soda plus a salad not to exceed 15.99$!!! Don’t be afraid to double park like everyone else.

Jocelyn Brooks

Google
UPDATE 3/22: Excellent service, great prices and delicious food. My wife found this spot and took me here the 1st time because the owners are from New York and that's where we are from. Well this place did not disappoint. Tonight was the 2nd time we went and we enjoyed everything we had. We will continue to be customers here!! Very delicious... everything was hot

madalynn mendoza (maddie)

Google
This spot had a charming ambiance, with adorable lamps and chairs that immediately caught my eye. I ordered the spaghetti and meatballs, which I’d rate a solid 8.6/10. The portion was generous, and they didn’t skimp on the meatballs. It also came with garlic bread, which was a standout—the roasted garlic spread on the bread was incredible. My boyfriend tried the gnocchi primavera, but unfortunately, it was a disappointment at 4.8/10. The gnocchi was overly soft, and the dish was overloaded with olives that had an off-putting metallic taste, which overshadowed the other flavors. The service was straightforward—nothing notable, just taking orders and delivering food. One downside was the extra $1 charge per item for card payments, which felt unnecessary. Overall, it’s a nice spot with good food, especially the spaghetti and garlic bread. I’d recommend it if you’re in the area and feeling hungry, but perhaps skip the gnocchi.

Ting Hsiao

Google
Read the menu before you order. Their margaritas pizza is just a cheese pizza and Caprese pizza is other stores margaritas. Other than that pizza taste great.

natalie

Google
My first time here and I am so SUPRISED by the portion size. I DID NOT expect to get that much pasta and I ended up packing it up and eating it for dinner. The wait wasn’t that long and it was soooow worth the price

Sebastian Saldana

Google
Had a calzone and pasta with my girlfriend. Great portions for big backs like me. Tasty food

Rebecca G

Google
They have a good variety of different dishes to choose from. The food was so delicious! It is now one of my favorite pasta places. I tried their chicken gnocchi. The restaurant has plenty of seating and was clean. The prices were also very reasonable! I will definitely be coming back.
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Karen L.

Yelp
Wow this place brings back so many nostalgic memories! Gypsy's is a Berkeley staple and as someone who spent my childhood in the East Bay, my friends and I stopped by all the time for cheap prices, huge portions, and great vibes. I recently visited again and it is just as good as I remember it to be. The godfather's favorite was perfectly garlicky and creamy. The side of bread with actual roasted garlic was the perfect side. We went at slow time so our food came out within 10 minutes, all freshly made and piping hot. It's such a good go-to when you're craving pasta since they have so many options. Love this place!
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Jesse F.

Yelp
If ever you are in Berkeley, this is the place to go. It can be one in the morning and this will be the one and only go to late night cravings pasta joint. The service here is amazing. They treat you like family. The manager that runs the kitchen is a very nice lady. The cashier who runs the place is very good at taking custom requests. Half of the time I am getting the same two dishes, a chicken pesto Alfredo or the Godfather. These are two of the most popular ordered dishes. Mainly due to the flavor and fresh Alfredo sauce what keeps me coming here is the ability to change the pasta the ability to add toppings and make these popular dishes. Taste even better or more home. If you order for here, the dish is huge. If you ordered to go, then ask that you have the garlic bread on the side they tend to put it in the container, which makes it soggy. I always ask for extra garlic bread since they make the garlic bread in house. This place is always packed and is right next to the UC Berkeley campus so always expect for there to be a line. Always expect that they can't hear you and try not to let anyone else scare you from coming here. The parking is always not available and Berkeley cops are terrible so always be ready to take a walk.
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Dillon R.

Yelp
Gypsy's Spaghetti Carbonara nails the basics--silky egg-coated noodles, crispy pancetta, and a peppery kick. It's rich and satisfying, though the sauce could cling better to the pasta. Portions are huge (leftovers guaranteed!). Pair With: Their garlic bread for extra indulgence.
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Abel A.

Yelp
Nice, fresh vibes. Good-size portions. Food was tasty. We had lasagna, the godfathers pasta, and chicken marsala. We'd come back. Service was slow, they were jumping around calling numbers all over the place too. And when they called our number, they only had 2 of our 3 dishes with our last dish come extremely after that the first 2 dishes were cold by the time we ate.
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Jack R.

Yelp
With stocks plummeting and my 401k dropping faster than a Rollercoaster, this place was a major money winning find for us. No frills. Eat and go..no fancy lamps or tables. But, really this is just as good if not better than some charging double the price in the Bay Area. Talk about a seafood pasta for under $20 that's enough to fill you up and has decent portions, can you say "win-win?" No, but seriously this Frutti De Mare could rival almost any in SF that would sell for $30, and taste just as good, and maybe even better. Mic drop, mind blown...had fresh mussels, seafood, good tomato sauce...I was seriously wondering if I was transported to like 2001 prices. Highly recommend this pasta. Tasted amazing! I thought I ordered the Godfather's Favorite, but I got some chicken Alfredo with sausage thing. Anyways, it was still good in a rich Alfredo way. Tasty with good bread with fresh garlic. Can you open up a location in SF so I can visit every 2 weeks? Portions are huge and worth it. Discounts for cash. Cash is king. Take my cash, I'll be back for more.
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Winston L.

Yelp
Legendary establishment! We've been here countless times and it always smacks. Our favorites are still the Pollo con Pesto and the Godfather's Favorite. You won't want to move after those two haha. If we're craving something more light, we'll go for the Frutti di Mare or the Scampi. Note that you can change the noodle type in each pasta at no additional cost. Be back soon!
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Stephanie T.

Yelp
The fact that there aren't more locations is CRIMINAL. God forbid someone wants to dive into a bowl of Alfredo after a night out... We came by for lunch after an open house and ordered the Godfather's Favorite and Scampi with fettuccine. The pasta was al denté, it had a good amount of toppings, but everything was really lacking flavor. I grew up eating very very simple foods, so for ME to notice the lack in flavor/salt means something. Other than that, im sure you're already expecting it based on the location, but parking is horrendous. We probably spent 20 minutes looking for parking, so be aware of that during the weekend or be prepared to do a lot of walking. Total: ~$40 Tip: Parking can be difficult, consider takeout. It's slightly cheaper if you pay with cash.
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Keshneel K.

Yelp
I've been coming to this place for a while and never got the chance to say how delicious their Italian food is every time I visit. Service is usually fast on non-busy days. I'd definitely recommend it to new Cal Berkeley students to try.
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Dee W.

Yelp
The food here is always so good it was my 1st time to try the stuffed calzone it was fresh and delicious Just needed a little more salt but I would still try it and recommend.. the place is clean but very busy if you like some birds walking around then the ambiance is right for you lol I don't mind The service is good very nice and polite
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Brian C.

Yelp
Food was good but pricing is definitely a challenge. We ordered 2 combos, and one of our salads had the wrong dressing. 15.98x2=31.98 +6 (above base pricing) 37.98 before tax 41.78 with 10% tax About $42 The food was pretty good Drink selection was sparse. Was hoping for a root beer or tamarind jarritos, but only had a couple Snapples, waters, coke, sprite, citrus jarritos, and an Italian citrus. Will like to come back to try more of the menu. Took me a while to figure out how they charge. ‍ Lesson learned, just eat and enjoy. ETA - simpler way to interpret the combo pricing: Make it a combo for $5 more, adds a drink and salad
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Shawn E.

Yelp
This place is open late & although it was busy at 9pm on a Tuesday there was available seating, it was comfortable, and most importantly the food was incredible! I almost forgot to take a pic of my vegetarian calzone before I dug in. It was delicious, but next time I'll ask to hold the olives, but only because I don't like . Will definitely remember this place especially for a late night nosh!
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Jocelyn G.

Yelp
Excellent service, great prices and delicious food. My wife found this spot and took me here the 1st time because the owners are from New York and that's where we are from. Well this place did not disappoint. Tonight was the 2nd time we went and we enjoyed everything we had. We will continue to be customers here!!
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Lydia C.

Yelp
Food: it's pretty good for the price. The flavors not too bad and it's filling as this is a popular choice among students. Service: always busy but the staff is always helpful with recommendations and answering questions. Ambiance: very casual and a bit crowded. Would recommend the outdoor public seating.
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Lindsey T.

Yelp
Been coming here for years and it remains my favorite Italian restaurant ever! For food, all of their pastas are spectacular and I haven't had one I didn't like. The portion size is very generous and also comes with a side of bread. They also have decent vegetarian options as well. I wouldn't come here for the service or ambiance though. It is difficult to find seating and staff aren't super friendly. It's mostly a place to go for food and not for the setting. It is conveniently close to campus, which is a huge plus!
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Binh T.

Yelp
This was my favorite place, until tonight. I thought I was lucky and found a parking spot across the street. There was only 1 guy in front of me in line. Pay with cash and you get a small discount. I ordered 2 combo calzones and 1 godfather pasta special. I paid $43 and waited 25 minutes for my orders. Once I got home I ate into my calzone, and found a hard piece of bone. This might be my last trip to Gypsy.

Alice W.

Yelp
Large portions and great price! We ordered the Godfather's Favorite chicken pasta and the Gypsy's Chicken pasta. Both came with garlic bread on the side, which was perfect because each plate was SAUCEYY! Both dishes really hit the spot with their bold flavors, but I personally preferred the Gypsy's Chicken option more. It came with plenty of chicken and mushrooms and was not as salty compared Godfather's Favorite (which was most likely from the pancetta). Excited to return to try something else on their menu!
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Joyce L.

Yelp
A solid 3.5 star restaurant. For the price you paid, you get a huge portion, piping hot pasta and calzone. This is a quick pasta place that offers decent pasta, pizza, calzone, and plates (meat and seafood). The meatball sandwich was filled with cheese and so was the godfathers pasta filled with calzone.
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Megan T.

Yelp
this place is superb for being a college/budget-friendly pasta spot. prices are so affordable, and the flavor is fantastic. from top to bottom: crazy alfredo pollo con pesto gypsy's chicken in the order of least to most favorite (not to say they weren't good, we just had a favorite of the three) gypsy's chicken: very tasty, mushroom umami flavor with notes of garlic. I just wish it was fettucini/longer noodles instead (personal preference). I was too nervous to ask to substitute something (unsure if it's a surcharge as well) crazy alfredo: my boyfriend liked this one because they gave so much chicken and sausage. he actually couldn't even finish it because he got full from the protein overload (which is crazy!) pollo con pesto: the clear winner. immediately hit with parmesan and garlic flavors, super rich and tasty. My boyfriend immediately said it would be his new go-to when we come back. tip: pay in cash!! it's about $1 cheaper for most dishes; running about $14 for pasta (the portions are also bigger if you eat there, we just had work right after so we had to get it in the to-go container) also note: their garlic spread bread is phenomenal. it's a lightly toasted thin baguette with roasted garlic spread on top. in the picture one slice had more garlic spread on it, which I wasn't mad about at all. we will 100% be coming back, they are also open til about 1am on the weekend!!
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Ryan R.

Yelp
Gypsy's is one of those places you go to more for the vibe than the culinary enlightenment. The pasta is fine, nothing groundbreaking, but it's affordable, filling, and gets the job done when you're hungry and don't feel like cooking. Classic college-town comfort food. The seating area is actually nicer than you'd expect, with plenty of space to sit and hang with friends. It's got that casual, bustling energy that makes it a solid go to for a quick meal between classes or a low-stress dinner outing. The service is nice too, you order before sitting and they bring the pasta to you. One warning: skip the pasta-stuffed calzone. I don't say this lightly, but it was genuinely inedible. Stick to the basics and you'll be fine. Just don't let curiosity get the best of you like it did me.
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Chika M.

Yelp
i got the carbonara and it was really good! my only complaint is that the pasta was a bit too salty for me, but if i just removed some of the extra sauce, it would as better. i loved the garlic that was on the bread; eating it with the pasta was a good idea.
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Andrea R.

Yelp
Foods so nice, we came back twice! We had an incredible meal at Gypsy's Trattoria in Berkeley! My fam and I ordered the Crazy Alfredo Pasta and the Chicken Pesto Calzone, and both were absolutely delicious. The pasta was rich, creamy, and had just the right amount of spice--definitely a must-try for Alfredo lovers. The calzone was packed with tender chicken and flavorful pesto, all wrapped in perfectly baked dough. What really stood out was the portion size and value. The servings were generous, and the prices were super reasonable for the quality and amount of food you get. If you're in Berkeley and craving hearty, flavorful Italian food, Gypsy's Trattoria is a top pick.
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Jann B.

Yelp
Came in for lunch on a Saturday.. place wasn't busy when we came in. Food came out fast and was delicious. Reasonably priced and portions were generous.
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Aerris M.

Yelp
I love Gypsy's because you can get a really good bowl of pasta without feeling like you're breaking the bank!! It's always a full house as it's also a regular place for UC Berkeley students, so I've always ordered to go, and service is fast as this place is always busy. I learned about them after having their gnocchi after church - so good!! Godfather's favorite and the crazy Alfredo are also tasty, and every bowl is topped off with garlic bread - a piece of bread with roasted garlic on it. Try them!!
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hakim w.

Yelp
Food was delicious and fast service! I love their homemade pasta sauce and bread is good we got the god father's favorite
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Evee C.

Yelp
Oh my just found a hidden Italian little hole in the wall, fresh pastas and fresh seafood. They were so sweet and so nice when taking the order the place is very packed people ordering to go from when it opens to 130 in the morning when it closes, I had to try out several dishes. I had meatballs and spaghetti. Oh my goodness so delicious and I also had shrimp scampi which included scallops and the sauce oh my and the garlic bread that they serve it's a piece of bread has a roasted smashed garlic on the bread. Oh my also what was ordered is the salmon and pasta oh my so good delicious and we had the calzone which was stuffed with sausage with several types of meat and pasta and let me tell you that the calzone was the size of the plate Huge so for everything that was ordered, my Total came up to less than 70 including drinks if you haven't tried this place it's a must if you love pasta if you're out late at night and oh my the experience is wonderful. Would you see the pictures you'll see what I'm talking about? It's a must. I will definitely be back. Thank you all for the friendly service for the food. You all are amazing. I must try other dishes. I left stuffed and content. Thank you. so if you're ready to take out to go, you can either call your order in or come in and place it in person or you can sit in and dime with friends family enjoy a delicious meal anytime of the day.
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Chelsea Y.

Yelp
Huge portions for $13.99. Everything was very creamy and good flavored. Slightly too much sauce to noodles ratio but would come again. I enjoyed the garlic bread it came with!
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Kelly T.

Yelp
I'm a huge pasta lover. I have been wanting to try this place for everrrr so when I finally got the chance while visiting Berkeley, it was awesome. The interior is a bit packed at times and is on the smaller side, service is efficient and pasta didn't take too long to come out, considering that every dish is made to order. Pollo con Pesto (4.5/5): The pesto was absolutely delicious. It's a pesto cream sauce so you get the strong flavor of basil, but also the richness of the cream. We substituted the fettuccini for penne, the sauce stuck onto the pasta really well and the hollowness of it allowed for us to get more sauce in for every bite. Only complaint was that the chicken was pretty dry and not well flavored, and the garlic bread is a bit cold and bland. Gypsys Chicken (4.5/5): The cream sauce was to die for, I loved how rich and creamy it was, paired with the mushrooms as well. It's not exactly alfredo, has a bit of a different taste to it but it was sooo good. Again, my only complaint was the chicken and the cold bread. Would definitely come back! Portions are absolutely huge so definitely share if your stomach is smaller. It's big enough for two people to eat!
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Sally C.

Yelp
Portions seem smaller than usual recently but still very tasty. I always go for the chicken alfredo. Inside can be super crowded during busy hours.
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Nathan Y.

Yelp
Gypsy's is a staple at Berkeley, and it's always wildly popular. There's indoor seating, but most of time you won't be able to find anywhere to sit down. Luckily, there are some tables and benches outside as well! They're open late, and with good, cheap food with large portions, I almost always drop by when I'm in the area. My favorite dish is the Godfather's Favorite, and it never disappoints. The food is a bit heavy, but worth every calorie!
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Maya V.

Yelp
Tightly formatted Berkeley restaurant near campus. Everything we ordered was portioned generously. Here's my ranking of the food my group had from fave to least fave: 1. Chicken Parmigiano: really flavorful and cheesy, chicken was nice and crispy 4/5 2. Pollo Gorgonzola: verrrry Gorgonzola heavy, sauce is a bit light/lacking depth for me besides the Gorgonzola 3/5 3. Fettuccine Al Salmon, loved that it had a lot of salmon, but sauce was weak and had a watery aftertaste. 2/5 (did taste better after sitting in the fridge for a day, but still like a 2.5/5). Everything is counter order and self seating, so good luck finding a seat on a busy night. Service is relatively quick. All beverages cost extra money, including water! Beware!
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Alexander V.

Yelp
Best bang for buck spot in the Bay, but don't get it twisted thinking that quality would be lacking because that's not the case at all. The food and service is outstanding and efficient. Great pasta, calzone, and pizza. Theres a reason why they're always packed and it's because of the status that they set themselves at in the bay and Berkeley itself. Came here late night with my friends and it was a great late night spot. Will definitely return here like the many that go there already.
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Didi N.

Yelp
Gypsy's offers solid pasta for an unbeatable price. If you're balling on a budget and have a craving for pasta, Gypsy's is the way to go. My favorite pasta there is the Gamberi e Capesante which is a linguine with creamy tomato sauce and hella shrimps and scallops. The amount of seafood they put on there for $16 (cash) is surprising. I always ask for extra pepper flakes on the side since I love my food spicy. They also serve bread and garlic confit with every pasta dish- it's okay. The service there is quick and efficient. The dining area is kinda packed, but there's outdoor seating as well. Make sure you bring cash because you'll get a mini discount! Overall, I wouldn't say this is the best pasta I've ever had, but it's good and mega value.
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Destiny T.

Yelp
I've been here a couple times and its been pretty consistent in food and service everytime. I would recommend eating there while it's hot and fresh over takeout. With this spot being so close to campus, the restaurant is always lively and filled with students but don't let it deter you! Definitely a value place with one dish big enough to serve 2! I recently got the Gomberi e Capesante and was pleasantly surprised at how much seafood they gave for less than $17. If you're in the area and have a craving for a cheap and good eat, this should definitely be on your list :)
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Janie L.

Yelp
A campus staple ~ fast, generously portioned Italian food at a decent price. We try to get this every time we're in the area. I've always gotten it to go but this restaurant is located in the old Asian ghetto which was always bustling and busy. Parking is a bit of a hassle so we try to go when school isn't in session or street park further away and walk over.
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Shayla T.

Yelp
LOOK AT THE SIZE OF THESE BEAUTIES. Omg I have never seen such ginormous yet juicy and steamy calzones in my life. We chose the pesto pasta stuffed calzones and each one lasted us three meals!! Upon dissecting the top layer, the aroma of fresh pesto wafted up and the cheese melted beautifully onto the plate. Even the leftovers were delicious. It's also in such a prime spot of Berkeley; we saw many UCB students walk over for a quick bite before returning to campus. Plenty of seating space, cashier was very nice and explained the menu to us thoroughly.
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Brandi P.

Yelp
Where have I been?! Quick service made to order pasta...umm yes please! Parking can be hard to find but worth it. Seating is limited but is an option. This place gets busy and it's worth it!
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Vivienne C.

Yelp
This is Italian food on drugs. Came here early on a weekend and I loved the style of store which is a no-frills pasta place. Remember to bring cash as it is around $1 cheaper across all dishes. You order at the counter before sitting down first-come first-serve. I ordered Gypsy's Chicken and it came with the biggest bowl of pasta. It kind of reminded me of the cheap pasta eats in NYC except the pasta here actually tastes good. I especially liked the mushrooms that soaked up all the sauce and the quantity of chicken in this dish. The bread on top with the fresh garlic sitting in the middle was also a great surprise. I was not able to finish the pasta, the portion sizes were huge. Overall, great place for fast, cheap pasta. Definitely will be back to try more of their other varieties.
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Lauren E.

Yelp
Gypsy's is an OG spot that cranks out delicious pasta, fassst. The line goes fast at this bustling restaurant. It is always filled with college kids and open later. You can't lose here.
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Paul D.

Yelp
Food was tasty The service was prompt for the most part. The ambiance was lacking if it was there at all. I think the pricing was fair.

Kate N.

Yelp
This place charges 14.99 for card use plus an extra 1.00 each item paid on single transaction. There is no sign that states an additional charge for card use. They don't provide a receipt when you ask only a copy of the transaction receipt when using your card. Is this not illegal? You won't know what they are charging unless you are closely watching. Everything is done within seconds. They figure since there are students eating at there establishment, they won't notice. I don't have a problem paying , to charge ppl without a sign Yeah... doesn't seem right.
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Mika L.

Yelp
So so yummy and worth all the hype! This place made me miss home in the best way ever. Their Godfather dish is off the charts. The crisped pancetta and goldenly crisped chicken was everything and more! The pure roasted garlic is so smooth and delectable when spread on the bread. I will say, it's a very humble establishment. The service is quick, the workers are respectable in many ways, and it's simple. It's a place for food without all the extreme over the top stuff you see at restaurants today, while also still bringing you what feels like a piece of home at restaurant level. Ambiance was chill, many tables inside the restaurant and they definitely do fill up fast!
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Rachel Z.

Yelp
never fails - we always order the godfather's favorite and leave satisfied with a full stomach. the garlic bread is the perfect addition to each dish. for its price, this is especially one of the best options for a fulfilling meal around the area, the portions are huge. it tends to get pretty crowded around meal times and later at night which can push the wait up to 25+ minutes to get your food but not really a problem for me (worth the wait)
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John S.

Yelp
Whenever we are in the mood for some pastas we come here. Excellent food, huge portions and always friendly service. The line moves very quickly even though the lines can be out the door. They take both cash and credit cards but its cheaper to pay in cash. We always come here for the Godfather special. That itself can feed 2-3 people easily. They also do pizzas, calzones and salads. Parking can be tough since alot of folks order uber eats, doordash etc.
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Chun P.

Yelp
It's 2024...someone forgot to tell Gypsy about inflation, because they seem to be charging 2014 prices? If you pay cash, Gypsy's vegetarian pastas can be had for only $9.99, meat and seafood pastas start at $12.99, and these plates big, hearty, and good! Unreal! It's fresh, you can see the chefs hard at work making the magic happen. Just keep in mind you're for the food, not for the atmosphere as its an order at the counter and take a number place. No alcohol either. $13 Godfather's Favorite pasta...when it comes to Italian, always order something you wouldn't make at home. The hearty and heavy pasta was grilled chicken, pancetta, egg, in a creamy parmesan sauce packed with Penne pasta...epic, filling, and delicious!
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Jefferson M.

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Absolutely delicious! The Chicken Pasta Alfredo was creamy, rich, and packed with flavor. The sauce was silky and perfectly seasoned--not too heavy, but full of that classic Alfredo taste. The chicken was juicy and tender, grilled just right, and paired so well with the pasta. Every bite was comforting and satisfying. You can really tell it was made with care. Easily one of the best Alfredo dishes I've ever had--highly recommend!
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Britney G.

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after a concert, we were looking for something quick and good value around the area. we stopped by this spot and it was definitely a lot of food. the menu is huge and it shows you it costs about a dollar more to pay with card. it was a bit hard to find seating since it was so busy, but the inside was lively and clean. the only thing was that the food was pretty greasy and salty - not the best italian food i've had but it was alright for the value!
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Arlynne D.

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I ordered the lasagna and it was delicious. I'm glad I was able to finish this yummy meal. The garlic bread was okay, I added lots of Parmesan cheese and that made the bread taste better.

Greg H.

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I have gone here at least 20 years and it's still the same. It's a college town type of place. Not fancy, high energy big portions and decent quality. My only beef is the menu online is different but who cares. They won't let you leave unhappy and will make what you want. I asked for spaghetti with shrimp scallops and chicken and it was enough for 2 people. I also had gnocchi with pesto parmesan sausage and meatballs. It was perfect. It's definitely very casual. Its in the food court on Durant and parking id best in the garage nearby.
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Matt K.

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This place is an absolute staple to Berkeley, and the place I miss most after graduating. Godfather favorite is the best, but try em' all - won't disappoint