Rocco's Ristorante Pizzeria

We wanted to sit outside since it was a great night. We were told to pick any open table, and someone would help us. We waited a few minutes, looked over the menu, and figured out what we wanted. No one came by. I went inside and asked if anyone would help us. The friendly young woman said yes, let me get someone. We waited another few minutes and then got up with our menus and went inside and told the same person we wanted to sit inside so we could get helped. They ran out of room in the main dining room, so she told us to go to the back dining room through the bar. We picked a table and sat down. We were helped in 30 seconds with a warm welcome and water. All went well after that. The salad was large and had plenty of items in it. The small pizza was excellent and cooked just right and served hot. When we were done, it took too long to get our check. No biggie.

EXTREMELY disappointing. Ordered catering for my son's 18th birthday, and prices online were different from then what we actually paid. You should update your site to reflect accurate pricing and menu items. I called after my husband paid and talked to Alyssa, who said they know their pricing online is inaccurate and wouldn't honor the prices we thought we were going to pay when we initially placed the ordered the day prior. Bread was hard and burnt ordered 2 trays, and we still have a tray and half leftover because no one wanted to eat it. The chicken in the pesto was very dry and hard see pictures. The few pieces that were softer were good. I don't eat seafood, so I didn't try the clam linguini. The family said that tasted good. I ordered a tray of veggies based on what it said online. Says broccoli, zucchini, cauliflower, carrots, mushrooms, asparagus tips, disappointment that we got Brussel sprouts and green beans. No zucchini or asparagus. Overall, we definitely overpaid for food that wasn't good. I wouldn't recommend catering to anyone.

Delicious pizza!!!!! The cauliflower crust pizza is chefs kiss! I ordered mine with pep, pineapple, and jalepeno! Did not disappoint!! Are the whole personal pizza to myself! No leftovers and it’s a pretty decent portion! Could definitely share it! The regular pep pizza is also seriously good! Ordered it extra crispy and it came out perfect! Highly recommend this spot! The bar and overall atmosphere is super chill and welcoming. Staff were awesome and very friendly!

Stopped by for lunch and ordered a pizza with garlic bread. The pizza had great flavor with thick crust, but was a bit floppy for me and the garlic bread was good, make sure to eat while hot. FYI the wings are not wings 😬. I love the atmosphere and want to return for dinner and see what it is like. Overall this is a place I will come back to eat at. 💥

If you're looking place that serves good American Italian food, with large portions, at reasonable prices, you will need to try this place out. In today's world of high prices, here you will get great value for your money. In addition to all of that, they offer daily specials that provide more value. They also have a bar that will have live music on the weekends.

The beer and pizza were perfect I can't complain. Also sunday and Monday beer is half price and pizza is discounted. I'd give the pizza 9/10 it was very good. Definitely recommend.

Our food was underwhelming to say the least. Everything tasted canned and unseasoned. The service was slow and inattentive. We were seated as far back as possible in a mostly empty restaurant (next to the bathroom). I've ordered takeout pizza before that was good, but after this dine in experience, we won't be returning.

A wonderful, one if a kind, true Italian restaurant in beautiful Walnut Creek! The atmosphere was fantastic, and service simply top-notch. And the pizza was simply delicious. Highly recommended!

Servers are so nice and friendly. Pizza is perfectly prepared and the selection is amazing. The balance on ingredients and crust is how pizza should be. Try the vegetarian offerings it will not disappoint. We went in group of 15 hungry males with on vegetarian and everyone was happy and was well taken cared of. Plenty of parking and nearby shops to walk after the feast. Plenty of posted already by others and no need to add, just come hungry. :)

I was pleasantly surprised. My buddy suggested this place to meet. I knew of it. I walked by many times, seen people eat outside, but never felt the urge to try (and I love pizza). Inside is kinda run down, we waited a while for our server, and the plates they gave us were dirty. The Sunday special is a large 3 topping pizza for $19 and I was pleasantly surprised. It was huge and tasted pretty good. All three of us were full from a salad and the pizza. I'd go back for the pizza special cause it's a great deal, but I wouldn't pay regular menu pricing cause there is much better pizza in the area at similar price points.

Inside is pretty chill just like a typical italian pizzeria in italya down the alley. Been coming here for a while now because the food here is great, i just have to prep. myself every time before going and that is to be patient (service sucks and you have ask for water because i you don't you will never get serve water) 5 always for the food 2 for dining service

Their Sunday/Monday 3 topping pizzas for $18.39 are well worth it and they're great pizzas.

Family atmosphere. Great pizza, it's thinner, but the crust is so delicious. The staff was attentive and great for our larger party of 15.

If you have questions about the integrity of this business I encourage you to scroll through and read some of the owners abrasive and insanely defensive comments to reviews. I get that it's his business he's worked hard to keep going but he obviously cannot accept constructive criticism. He was also a frequent flyer at a previous business I worked at in the neighborhood and treated staff in a very rude and entitled manner. I can imagine how his own employees must feel.

We went on December 30th for lunch. There was a little wait to get in as there was a whole school group in front of us. It was chilly outside, but they still sat outside for their pizza party. Some had short sleeves on, but no one seemed to mind. They offered us our choice of tables. We sat in-front next to the window. I ordered the egg plant parmigiana and my Dad had the Mediterranean salad. Both were delicious. The Eggplant Parmigiana came with steamed veggies. Carrots, Brussels Sprouts, and broccoli. They were steamed just right, but needed some flavoring added to it. I would order the Eggplant Parmigiana again, it was very tasty and a large serving. The salad my dad got was big enough for 4 to share, thus we had lots of leftovers. My dad tried the eggplant and really liked the marinara sauce that was covering it. He'd order that sauce again.

Rocco's Ristorante Pizzeria is a great pizza place that offers delicious pasta and pizza options. The locals love this place, and it easy to see why it's been feeding the community for many years. We had a birthday party for our son a couple months back, and chose to order several pizzas. It was our first time trying their food, so we ordered different specialty pizzas. Everyone loved the food. The patata pizza without pancetta was a huge hit with friends looking for a veggie option. Several friends and family members wanted to know where we ordered the food, we were happy to share that it's from Rocco's. The staff is very friendly, and they have great nightly specials. The ambiance is inviting, you can head to the left for high top tables in the bar area. The right area of the restaurant has more tables for bigger groups. Their pasta is great also, recommend the clams in red sauce. Support this local business, you will quickly understand why it is a big hit in the area!

While Rocco's is always busy (they have a decent sized bar area and dining room area) their service is spot on all the time. Friendly, attentive staff and delicious food. There are daily and happy hour specials. Sundays is a 3 topping large pizza discount and 1/2 priced pitchers. We had such a great lunch today. Pizza was loaded up with our 3 toppings. Salad was cold, fresh and also didn't skimp on quantity. I've always love rocco's food and can't wait to go back, this visit was long over due.

Rocco's is our family's go to place for Italian in the Concord/Walnut Creek area. Our girls went to Carondelet HS and would often end up at Rocco's for dinner after golf practices with their teammates. They introduced Rocco's to the rest of the family and now our son is addicted too! Rocco's is very friendly and welcoming. Good vibes from friendly staff all around. Busy and bustling atmosphere but not too noisy to chill and have a conversation. Some outdoor seating available too but unfortunately right next to busy parking lot so we usually prefer indoor. Our kids absolutely love Rocco's fusilli bolognese and grandpa loves the fettuccine Alfredo. I usually go for their pizza. Portions are generous and take out is just as good as dine in.

This place always strikes the comforting feelings of childhood coming here to eat pizza since I was little. The pizza is almost always a 5/5. Fresh cheese, fresh sauce with the immaculate doughy texture of the crust that has the perfect balance of saltiness. Their ranch is incredible, and pairs nicely with the pizza. I ordered a Sierra Nevada Pale Ale to complement the food. Not my favorite beer, but it doesn't disappoint when there are limited options on tap. What makes this review 3 stars is the service. It's been a running joke with my brother about how whenever we go to Rocco's, we're looking forward to the poor service and dehydration that comes with the lack of server check ins, resulting in 0 water refills. It's unfortunate because I honestly would come here more if the service wasn't so bad. I came last night with my brother and sat at the bar area, with a lady managing it. We both received the same energy from her. Our observation was that she seemed inconvenienced and irritated every time we needed to ask for something, including our order. I've honestly never been to a restaurant before where you have to literally go out of your way to make an order and/or ask for something. Obviously, you have to do that sometimes when a place is busy, but it was a Sunday night and there was hardly anyone at the bar. Anyways, if you are looking for some good pizza, this is the place. Just don't eat here if you want decent service.

We came to Rocco's on a mission: for Low Carb Me they are one of the rare Pizza places that also feature a cauliflower crust. My wife, not under the same restrictions, can torture me by ordering the normal thick crust variety! I liked that even with the cauliflower pizza you still had an abundance of topping choices like normal. I ordered mine with olives and chicken, while my wife had the thick crust barbecue chicken pineapple pizza. We loved the vibe of the place: family-run and proud of it the interior features an eclectic mix of murals and souvenirs that tell the story of their restaurant and family history. The pizzas were delicious and the cauliflower crust did not take away from the pizza experience. It was a delightful sit down lunch and we had leftovers for another meal!

food was amazing. service was great too but it was a little slow even though it wasnt that busy. came at a good time where it wasnt too hectic. vibes were good. will come again to try the pizza

Hurry Up and Eat I was taking some kids to go audition for Blue Devils B Drum Corps this past January, and we were in a hurry for lunch because the kids only get so much time to eat. We drove to Rocco's which was down the road a bit, but not too far. When we arrived I asked the waitress, if it takes long to get the pizzas here, and she said no. The kids ordered a pizza and some other items. I figured the pizza was going to take a while, but it came out fast and HOT!! We enjoyed it as the cheese slipped off the crust it was so hot. Game Night Because it was a Sunday and the Playoffs were on, we were trying to catch the Buffalo Bills Game versus someone, I can't recall. I asked the waitress if it was usually this busy and that if we came back after auditions for dinner did we have to actually get a dinner table or could we sit somewhere and watch the game. She said we could enjoy the game and some appetizers in the bar area. Overall, I think the place was great! It had a busy atmosphere and great seating areas and even large enough rooms for private events. I will try to go back in the future, but we will see what the future holds! If you would like to read my Review on Yelp, follow the link. Add me as a Friend to see my other Reviews as they are written. Thanks for reading! Semper Fidelis

Tonight's dining experience was great! I was craving pasta and all the food came out piping hot and delicious, luckily it wasn't too oily this time. Our server, Sara, made sure we were well taken care of. Thank you!

Many people have recommended this place to me but I was a bit skeptical given some of the reviews on here, but it was quite good! The crust was moderately thick and quite fluffy. The toppings were tasty and piled quite high. The price was a bit high, but not awful. The pizzas aren't quite as fancy as some places (like Pizzalina), but still very tasty and well-made (like Skipolini's).

It pains me to write this but I have to.. I love the pizza here it's some of the best in the east bay but it seems like everything else on the menu was made by a lunatic. Every time I order a non pizza item it comes with some weird, bad twist that I've never seen anywhere else. I just opened my Cesar salad and there's half a boiled egg in it... WHYYYYY?? I've never wanted or seen that on a Cesar salad. LESS IS MORE!!! Similarly I opened my pasta with marinara sauce and there's huge chunks of mushrooms in the sauce and again I'm dumbfounded I can't understand this. I'm genuinely begging the owners of this place to cut the pasta menu in half and remove all these wacky ingredients. It's better to do a few things right than a bunch of stuff like someone who doesn't belong in a kitchen. Again the pizza (and beer) is fantastic but everything else could not get any worse.

This is a tried and true restaurant in Walnut Creek. Over the years have ordered pizza and pasta and have always enjoyed it Fresh and hot!!! However I definitely will skip the wings next time I order Great friendly service

There are lots of tables at this restaurant. They have pictures that people have colored and pages with titles and lyrics to songs. They have little round metal buckets with salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, small packages of breadsticks, napkins and even Trivial Pursuit cards in them to keep people entertained. I was waiting for water but as soon as the server came over and asked if we all knew what we wanted to eat and drink I was served my beverage soon after. I got gnocchi in Alfredo sauce. The gnocchi itself was very soft and pillowy. The sauce was a tad bit bland but after getting some parmesan cheese and some salt for it the taste improved. I would rate my dish at 3 stars. My husband had the cannelloni. He ate about half of it. He gives it a rating of 2 stars. Our daughter had a steamed mussels and calamari appetizer. She wanted to give her food a rating of 100 stars but found out the rating system and said 5 stars. My FIL had chicken parmesan and LOVED it. He easily rated his food at 5 stars. My MIL had eggplant parmesan. She rated her dish 3 stars. However she told me that the best dish she's ever had here was linguine with clams in a white sauce.

Came for the second time, but thus time with a group and with kids. This place is so kid friendly and the service was good. We got a large pizza with ricotta and vegan pepperoni it was delicious and crust was soft and chewy. We got a large family cesar that was good my 4 year old had 3 plates of it. We will be back. And had a full bar and wine special when we were in so that was a bonus. Ambiance was homey and family and friendly.

What a fun looking place. This was our first visit and we did takeout. Pizza was delicious with ample cheese and toppings. Lots of flavor. Would like to come back and dine in.

We've never eaten inside of Rocco's but it's become our go-to takeout pizza spot. Pro move, order on their website for takeout and you get a discount. Anyways, we order a pepperoni pizza almost every week, with light cheese and cooked well done. It's tasty! The crust actually has great flavor, the cheese is good, and the pepperoni is crispy and curls into nice cups. I really only have one complaint: sometimes the pizza really isn't too warm when I go to pick it up. I don't know where they hold the pizzas after they're done, but I wish they would stay a bit warmer. I've also tried their garlic bread and brussel sprouts. Both were good but nothing to write home about. I'd just ask them to cook the sprouts for longer if you want them crispier. Staff are friendly and the vibes inside seem great. I hope to try more of the menu soon! Overall pretty dang good pizza for a good price.

Extremely poor service. While we frequent here often and food is good. Will never go here again. Management needs to train their staff how to treat customers. As a 20 plus year patron, after such poor treatment our family will never set foot in here again.

Been going here for years. The food is consistently good, fresh and hot. The vibe used to be better with more memorabilia and vintage crooner music always, softly playing. Now, the music is hit n miss, and the TV sport screens distract from the once attempt at the New York inspired neighborhood italian resturant charm. Sadly, that vibe has slipped and the TV's add nothing* looking around no one seems to be watching them...the dinners are to busy chatting and eating good food! The adjoing bar area has sports tv's and music on certain nights. The negative is cleanliness! Looking around the floors, walls, decor, ceilings etc need some routine cleaning. The entire public areas need a deep cleaning and a much needed refresh [replace the wobbly chairs and those with cracked vinyl seat cushions]. Keeping a clean restroom says alot about pride of ownership. In the ladies bathroom, please replace the 10 yrs + grungy seat/bench cushion. To reiterate Rocco's food quality and pricing is a plus plus but as stated the interior needs some lovin'. Gordan Ramsey needs to visit lol

I tried The Dominator and added black olives and bell peppers to give it a combo-style twist. The wifey picked it up for me while celebrating her sister's birthday, so I can't speak to the service or ambiance - but I can say the pizza was absolutely delicious. No pictures this time (I need to get better at that!), but I'd definitely return if I get the chance.

I've been to Rocco's before and had good food, which is why I chose to return tonight instead of going to another restaurant. Unfortunately, that was a mistake. We arrived 40 minutes before closing for a table for two, only to be turned away in an incredibly unprofessional manner. As someone with extensive restaurant experience--from casual dining to fine dining--I understand the realities of a busy night. I also know that a full restaurant near closing means you'll still be serving well past your posted hours (I'm not saying anyone SHOULD STAY- we just wanted a simple and fast pasta)- That's part of the business. But instead of handling the situation professionally, we were simply dismissed, as if our business didn't matter. To make things worse, by the time we left, the other restaurant we had considered was already closed. So not only were we turned away at Rocco's, but we were left without anywhere to eat. What makes this even more disappointing is knowing that Rocco's has strong Italian ties. Being Italian myself, I know that true Italian hospitality means making people feel welcome, not turning them away. Good food is only part of what makes an Italian restaurant great--the warmth, generosity, and service are just as important. Tonight, Rocco's failed to live up to the very values that should set it apart. This was a huge letdown. A restaurant's reputation isn't just built on good food but also on how they treat their customers. Tonight, Rocco's made it clear that they don't value their guests. I won't be back. Excited here to say: we arrived around 820, with a posted closing time of 9pm. When we got there, there were plenty of customers still eating and orders being taken. Not sure what our pre-planned order would have changed.

5 stars for location. 2 stars for food and 2 for service. Suggestion that staff get a lesson what pizza toppings look like.

What a cute Italian spot right in a strip mall! We ordered pizza and pasta and everything was great! Portion sizes are way generous. Loved the kids menu and the trivia pursuit at the table!

We had 2 wonderful pizzas on Mother's Day with our adult children and grandchildren!!!

Best food, best service and great entertainment. Family restaurant we go there almost every week

Disappointing takeout experience tonight. First, young lady taking my order got the name right but neglected to put the type of pizza I wanted into the system. When I arrived to pick up they had my name but no pizza. Order never submitted. Had to wait 20 minutes for a new order. Then, when we got the thin crust pizza home it was totally undercooked. The crust was so paper thin and soft that you couldn't pick it up by hand.

I swear the woman bartender with neck bangs was on drugs or really drunk. Left for 30 minutes and no drink refill or food. S he was drinking out of a thermos and with every sip she became more zombie like. Caesar salad finally arrived with uncut acid lettuce and croutons that could break teeth. Who hires these nincompoops????

7 of us had dinner that night and most were disappointed with their meals. I had the ricci con pollo. The noodles were wide like lasagna noodles and I had to use a knife to cut them so I could twirl them around my fork. The cream sauce was bland and watery. The zucchini and peppers were almost non existent. Other had the salmon special and again said it was so bland and needed a lot of Parmesan to make it eatable. Another had the eggplant Parmesan and only ate half saying it wasn't very good. So maybe an off night?? Our first time there but we won't be back.

Nothing worse than under cooked and still doughy pizza dough. So disappointing considering this pizza is not cheap and we don't mind paying for cooked food

Food..service..ambiance all great. We were on our way to a concert at the Concord Pavillion but needed to eat first. I was afraid this shopping center was the last of the places to eat before we got there, so I pulled in. There were a handful of places to choose from. So I jumped on here and the reviews and photos was all I needed to make the decision. We walked in and the decor of the place was eclectic but all things Italian. Their dining area is separate from a bar area with high boys and all. They also had patio seating if you like that best. We were seated right away and given our menus. We first ordered our drinks.I ordered an Arnold palmer and the husband a Corona. I then ordered a "small salad" that specifically states on the menu its enough for 2. I asked if we could have the dressings on the side as we wanted different dressings. She said yes. When she brought it out the salad was huge, vibrantly colored and had 2 servings of dressing each. I liked out the ingredients were kept separate. They weren't all mixed in do you could pick and choose what you wanted. Next up our entree. We decided upon a medium pizza. It was 1/2 The Dominator and 1/2 Dante's Inferno. A medium is 8 slices total. The types of pizza we chose were their specialty and most popular. Can't complain. Crust was crispy and chewy inside. Toppings were delicious and they didn't skimp on the toppings. Waitress checked on us periodically. Made sure our drinks were never empty and made us feel welcomed. If ever we are in this neck of the woods we will need to come by again!

Fantastic WC pizza pasta and salad spot. My son who is 7 says this is the best pizza place he's ever been to. He loves that he was able to get double pineapple and spinach on his own 10" pie today for lunch. I got the pizza paradiso on cauliflower crust and it was so good. We will be back. The server, Sara, was excellent and everyone was really nice. They have a party room in the back that looks great too.

We were here for mothers day yesterday, but my allergies were going overboard so I couldn't really enjoy myself. Sooooo... We came back the next day!! I almost missed seeing that they serve a wedge salad. This thing is HUGE. they pretty much give you half the iceberg! Pancetta is an option to add, with no charge, and I highly suggest getting it, as this stuff puts bacon to shame. It was just fantastic. The cheesy garlic bread is great as well. The pizza, the standout of the night, was your typical Italian style. Amazing crust, toppings, etc. This is going to be a regular place for my wife and I now. Our server Nina was on top of things from the beginning as well, tip much deserved!

I wish I could give this place a better review but I can't. A few years back it was decent and convenient. The place is filthy, the service is subpar, the bartenders focus on their favorites who go all the time, they allow dogs big or small in the bar - even dangerously laying across the aisle where people try to walk through. Last but not least they never get the Pizza right and they put so much cheese on them it is almost gagging. The other food they serve is hit or miss.

Ordered a couple of pizzas and an Aliotti salad to go 3-28-25. Got home and my husband bit into his salad and found this piece of metal. I reached out to the restaurant but have heard nothing back from them. Be careful. Won't be eating there again

What's not to like- we love this place! We had chicken Caesar salad, gnocchi to die for and good music- rocking out to Led Zeppelin and Sammy Hagar!

Best pizza in town I came all the way from Brentwood. Always fun at atmosphere and great food pizza pasta and cocktails is what I like about this place.

I have been to Rocco's many times so I figured it was time for a review! Rocco's is my fav pizza when I am in the Walnut Creek area. Was there today with the two people I usually go with- my mom and uncle. The service is usually very good (a little sparse today but we came at an odd time around 3pm). The ambience is what you would expect of a mom and pop style pizza/Italian restaurant. What we had: Mom and I both got personal pizzas with 3 toppings (plus garlic which is free) and i got a side of their Alfredo cause i love to dip the crust in it. Uncle got a large thin crust pizza We always over order here cause you know we want left overs!! Everything was delish as usual! It really is my favorite pizza in the general area (and i don't live that close.). Pro- tip: If you go before 4pm daily- personal pizzas with 3 toppings are around $12 (as of 8/2/23)

They have gotten really expensive for a pizza. My medium pizza was thirty dollars. Two beers and a Caesar salad 88.00 with tax and tip. That is ridiculous. The pizza was not the greatest.

I was looking for Italian food in Walnut Creek to eat with my family. Specifically vegan friendly restaurants because not everyone in my family is vegan lol. And this place came up and immediately told my family we were coming here. Italian owned and vegan options!? Of course I'm there!! The pizza was delish and they provide big portions! Definitely will be coming back when I'm in the area again.

We have been coming to Rocco's for the past 10 years and this review is way overdue! Summary: hands down the best place for families with kids or for family style dinners! Pros: the restaurant has lots of space and is very kids friendly (I mean VERY kids friendly): they have card games at tables, toys for younger ones, literally almost anything to keep little ones entertained! Great food! I recommend their signature pizzas (I like it with cauliflower crust). Meatballs are absolutely fantastic and consistent! Cons: not really any. I wouldn't come to Rocco's for a romantic or business dinner, however it's probably my top #1 for all other occasions! Very highly recommended!

5/17 1:30pm the restaurant had vacant tables for 2 yet the front desk made no effort to get our name to be seated. When I pointed out the vacant tables I was told to take one. Then began the wait for a server which never came although we were told by the hostess she'd have them come over. After waiting for service for 15 minutes, we left. The impression Rocco's left was indifference, lack of organization and chaos.

We tried their family meal deal, and I must say that it was quite satisfying. The family meal deal came with a shareable portion of salad (we chose Caesar salad), a large plate of garlic bread (each slice was warm and delicious), and a quite sizable bowl of pasta. Unfortunately, for the pasta, we were not allowed to go for their fresh fettuccine, which I really wanted, so we instead went for the linguine. And for the sauce, we went with the Bolognese sauce. The pasta was really good. The Bolognese sauce was unexpectedly creamy, and it tasted really fresh. I would get this again, although I really want to try their pesto sauce next time. Also, came with the pasta six large meatballs, so we definitely didn't feel like we missed out on the protein. But I really enjoyed the garlic bread, probably more than the pasta. But I think the garlic bread would've been even more superior if they used more butter. This family meal deal was roughly $50 as of May 2024. On the menu it said it could feed 5 to 6 people, but we finished it with just the three of us, lol.

Love their gluten free pizza! Staff is very friendly. Love the vibes in the restaurant.

Great little pizza place!! The Dante's Inferno and the Doninator were fantastic. We also had the meat ravioli with a meat sauce and it was great. Truly a gem. Great people, great food. However, the place desperately needs to be DUSTED!!! The faux plants were layered and caked in piles of fluffy dust. Service was great, food was great, seated quickly and food came in a timely manner. Literally the place needs like a cleaning day. A DEEP CLEANING. Otherwise charming, we will eat there again when in the area. Just please dust the place