Sfizio
Italian restaurant · Rockridge
6099 Claremont Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
Highlights
Fresh pasta at fair prices; try the spaghetti & grilled squid
Fresh pasta at fair prices; try the spaghetti & grilled squid
"Come to Sfizio for the $10 spaghetti, and stay for the rest of the rotating Italian dishes that all fall under $20 apiece. The casual Italian spot on Claremont serves pasta that’ll run you less than an ad-free Netflix plan, like that headliner spaghetti (always add the extra beefy meatballs) and seasonal starters like grilled shrimp and melon covered in a tangy dressing. This isn’t the place for your entire kickball team, but it’s perfect for strolling in for a last-minute date." - lani conway, julia chen 1
"There’s something a bit European about the sidewalk patios that flank either side of this Italian restaurant. Expect abundant people watching, a steady stream of cars rolling by thanks to a nearby major Rockridge intersection, and wine cocktails that inspire slow sips and catch-ups with friends. Opting for the patio also means getting a table much quicker, especially on colder days, since the dining room is small and typically packed. Go for the standout $10 spaghetti (add meatballs), and whatever seasonal vegetable dish is on the menu that day." - julia chen 1, lani conway
"Sfizio is a small pasta shop (and former pop-up) in the Rockridge neighborhood of Oakland specializing in solid plates of pasta. The main act here is the $10 rich red sauce spaghetti (sans meatballs), but the cast of other rotating dishes are worth checking out—like the tagliolini with wild morels that's easily slurpable (go ahead, no one's watching), or the charred grilled carrots with a delicious salsa macha. The dining room feels lived in, with a record player, plants, and cookbooks behind the counter where you make order and your drinks are made." - Ricky Rodriguez
"The seasonal pasta menu at Sfizio is well worth celebrating, but so are the restaurant’s efforts to keep dishes relatively affordable, with all dishes priced under $20. The menu shifts depending on the time of year, but the spaghetti (with an option to add on meatballs) is a mainstay of the menu well worth seeking out. Throw on a salad and one of three low-ABV drinks from the menu, and you’ll have a night out that shouldn’t break the bank." - Dianne de Guzman
"Sfizio is known for its pasta, but the grilled squid starter is a standout dish. The squid is perfectly grilled and pairs well with salsa negra and green onions, creating a harmonious blend of flavors from different cuisines." - Eater Staff
