Zachary's Chicago Pizza
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Top Sentiments among Zachary's Chicago Pizza Reviewers
Like pizza pie style crust
Tasty fat thick pizza
Best chicago style deep dish pizza inthe universe
Fresh ingredients
Great tomato sauce pie
Perfect cheese amount
Good pizza sauce
Love deep dish chicken pizza
Authentic Chicago deep dish pizza
Good salad dressing
Customer Reviews (119 reviews)
JonF
on Citysearch Oct 21, 2009Zachary's has some of the best pizza in the world. The deep dish spinach and mushroom is to die for. Rarely, one receives atrocious service here, but who cares? -- the pizza is just that good... (more)
gregory b.
on Judys Book Mar 16, 2009I'm originally from the Rockridge area of Oakland,now living in Florida.Whenever I go home to visit I call Zachary's about five seconds after I'm in my rental car.(Their number is programed into my phone)So when I... (more)
1tab
on Citysearch Feb 07, 2009Zachary's STUFFED pizza is great. It is not deep dished pizza, it is stuffed. It reminds one of Giordano's, which is the best stuffed pizza in Chicago. They sell thin crust pizza by the slice, but not the stuffed pizza,... (more)
DoubleDawg
on Citysearch Nov 07, 2008Legendary deep dishes this side of the Mississippi... try the vegetarian (tomato only) pizza, they are so fresh, cheesy, and delicious. Eat in or take out, both are excellent. (more)
rowdyricky
on Citysearch Sep 13, 2008Well after many years of hearing about this place I ventured to it. I got lucky and had a parking place right in front 10 feet from the door at 1145 am. on a Thursday. I had called in for my order I saddle up and paid. My... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 12, 2008Every time I'm in the Oakland I make a stop to this small but enjoyable Chicago style pizza joint. Since the pizza takes at least 30 minutes to make I recommend calling before hand so its ready when you pick it up and no... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 07, 2008OK, #1 Zachary's deep dish pizza is very good. But... This reminds of the time I visited the Eiffel Tower. After thousands of dollars in airfare and hotels, and hours and hours of travel, there it was. Just like in a... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Mar 28, 2008There's a reason the wait for a table is super long, because people know this is the best Chicago style pizza around! You can't go wrong, especially with the thick crust and fresh toppings.... (more)
scorpionfish
on Citysearch Oct 23, 2007Nice enviorment with friendly waiters ... some wait expected unless off hours. BUT THE POINT IS - that pizza is way too salty and that famous tomato souce on top of the pizza taste like supermarket caned pasta souce,... (more)
tulip333
on Citysearch Oct 16, 2007If you are craving pizza, Zachary?s is the place to go. Fair warning, because of its huge popularity, you may have to wait awhile for a table, but it is totally worth the wait. Insider tip.... order your pizza while you... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Aug 27, 2007Really, Zachary's is in my Top 5 Reasons to live in Berkeley. If I had to leave, I know this would be the place I'd miss. Deep dish is awesome, but filling. A Real Man™ can be hard pressed to finish two slices... (more)
lamission
on Citysearch Jun 03, 2007I absolutely love this place. The pizza is excellent, the customer service is friendly and attentive, and the neighborhood is very nice. Everyone I've taken here has fallen in love with the place. I can't say enough... (more)
andy4389
on Citysearch May 29, 2007I think this place is a great place to get a pie. I have never had a stuffed pizza until Zachary's and now I am asking myself why I have waited so long. The tomatoes they place on the top are so good. The crust of the pizza is... (more)
wallstpup
on Citysearch Apr 03, 20074/3/07 Ordered a large deep dish sausage, onion, and mushroom, $26 and a thin slice of veggie combo. I came to Oakland just try the pizza. It has received a lot of good mentions, and to me uncooked dough is not properly... (more)
cartrinh
on Citysearch Jan 21, 2007I love love love Zachary's pizza. Deep dish chicken and basil. Or deep dish special with bell peppers and sausage. Or deep dish anything! Wish they had more locations so that I didn't have to drive to Oakland for... (more)
nikoalex
on Citysearch Dec 04, 2006I'm all about the half baked pizza's. No waiting in line, no tips (haha), and you can go home and heat it up on your own. The pizza can't get any fresher. Whenever my work brings me by a Zachary's Pizza, I always have to stop... (more)
cuisinenoi
on Citysearch Nov 05, 2006I had the Zachary's special stuffed pizza (sausage, mushrooms, onions, bell pepper)...too little topping for a combo pizza, IMO. The pizza top layer was covered with crushed tomtatoes and sauce and just too much... (more)
dmenkes
on Citysearch Nov 01, 2006My family went back up north for New Year's and my boss made me swear to eat here before coming back. We were not dissapointed! Other than the bread (which is more akin to dough as it's so soft!) we were surprised to see the... (more)
ripken0000
on Citysearch Oct 31, 2006Went here in August 2006 had a reasonable wait and the PIZZA was absolutely terrific. Get here early if possible to avoid a long wait. I live in Southern California and wished there was Zachary's in So Cal so I could... (more)
steeleone
on Citysearch Sep 29, 2006What a confusing system. Wait for a number, then wait to order, then wait for a table, then wait for a server, then wait for your drinks, then wait for your pizza, wait for a server, wait for your bill......get the... (more)
B.R. M.
on Judys Book Sep 16, 2006I've never lived in the East Bay which is probably why I've never liked this pizza. My former boss thought it was a huge treat to buy us Zachary's pizza and force us to listen to him talk. I didn't like the pizza so I bowed... (more)
Keith R.
on Judys Book Sep 16, 2006Those are all fine places but it depends what kind of pizza you want. The best is Zachary's in the East Bay. Okay so it isn't SF but it's worth a trip over the bridge and to stand in line. Little Star on Divis runs a close... (more)
mandreotti
on Citysearch Sep 12, 2006The "Chicago" and "new york" pizzas are about as authentic and Milli Vanilli and the Piltdown man. dont waste 10 minutes waiting for a number + 50 minutes waiting for a table + 5 minutes waiting for food(if you... (more)
castrovallian
on Citysearch Aug 19, 2006My dad has taken my family of 6 to Zach's since I was a baby. It has the best taste I've ever tasted in my life. I love Zach's. If anyone wants some amazing pizza, go here! (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 13, 2006All-time favorite pizza joint in California! Order anything! Stuffed or thin variety and it will be an experience. It can be extremely busy on a Friday or Saturday night, but it is a must to dine in considering the... (more)
brad_van_grohl
on Citysearch Jun 14, 2006By far the best pizza I've ever tasted. It is always crowded so I generally get take out. The half baked pizzas are also a great idea. (more)
Dani N.
on Judys Book Jun 10, 2006My problem with Zachary's isn't the massive crowds and almost impossible wait, it's the (related) fact that people seem to worship this place. It may be the only one around (for all I know) that serves stuffed... (more)
jcm55
on Citysearch Apr 24, 2006I grew up in Chicago, and for me, deep dish pizza is the *only* pizza there is :) Zachary's is at least as good as any of the Chicago deep dish outfits, and maybe better. Of the major Chicago deep dish places, I think... (more)
travel2eat
on Citysearch Mar 27, 2006I travel a lot- and have eaten a lot of pizza. This is without a doubt- THE BEST pizza in the world. It is always as good as I remember and the first bite is as good as the last. Delicious and delicious. Owners are very nice,... (more)
Stephan B.
on Judys Book Mar 18, 2006Zachary's Pizza is simply to die for. There are currently two locations in the bay area, and both are famous for serving the best stuffed Chicago style pizza this side of the west coast. Unlike most pizza places that... (more)
oycetheoyster
on Citysearch Mar 14, 2006If you want real pizza go to cheeseboard. It's not worth the wait (more)
zuckers
on Citysearch Mar 01, 2006The best pizza ever!!! Go for the Stuffed Mediterranean- it is SO good! They are always crowded but the service is really great- you know they are working hard! A great alternative is to take home a half-baked pizza. No... (more)
stainlessmirk
on Citysearch Feb 26, 2006I've never seen this place without a LONG wait. There are plenty of places around the area but if pizza's what you want, nowhere else can compare. (more)
Jeff W.
on Judys Book Jan 07, 2006Ok, so pizza is such a difficult thing to "rate", as everyone has his or her own take on what a pizza should be. One east coaster here mentioned that she didn't like the fresh chunky tomato sauce and missed NY-style... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 19, 2005Tired of flat boring 5 dollar domino pizzas? Go to Zachary's for a taste of authentic chicago pizza. Definitely try out the stuffed deep dish chicken pizza. One slice is usually enough for the average person, but will... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Aug 24, 2005<b>The Scene<br></b>In this cozy pizza haven, the incessant din of diners mingles with the clamor of a frantic kitchen. Plaques, posters and other Zachary's paraphernalia emphatically plaster the walls in... (more)
Kimberly W.
on Judys Book Aug 18, 2005Everyone in my neighborhood (ie, Rockridge) loves this place. I miss East Coast pizza. My beef is this. The sauce has big chunks of tomatoes and is not a sauce afterall. Such a letdown. Every time. Most of my friends who... (more)
Harrison E.
on Judys Book Aug 17, 2005Californias best pizza has gained a following around the world and has even been featured in the Wall Street Journal. The pizza is worth the drive from anywhere and is prepared in Chicago deep dish or thin crust... (more)
Jason M.
on Judys Book Aug 15, 2005I doubt you could find a single person in the East Bay who wouldn't say Zachary's makes the best pizza. Mind you, it's not NY thin crust. Their deep dish Chicago style pizza is what makes them famous. The ambiance is... (more)