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Zza's Trattoria

552 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA 94610-3515
510-839-9124
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Ranked #167 of 455 restaurants in Oakland
3.5 of 5 stars 10 Reviews
Price range: INR1,126 - INR1,689
Cuisines: Italian, Pizza
Good for: Child-friendly
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Senior Reviewer
7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2011

We visited on a saturday when they were having an oyster brunch. The sangria was excellent, as were the oysters. My wife had the shrimp and pancetta pizza and it was top notch. Every wine suggested paired perfectly with our food. Definitely would come back. More

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SF Bay area
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2011

food was ok but not really good. bruschetta was too bready. wine list was ok. decor but somewhat dingy More

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San Francisco
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2011

I was considering using Zza's Trattoria as a meeting place for dinner with a group of friends from high school days and decided to preview it by having dinner with a friend as I hadn't been there in quite some time. The first thing I noticed is the ambience is looking a bit shabby. Many of the chairs have ripped... More

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Oakland, California
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61 reviews 61 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2011

Have tried this place a couple of times wanting it to be better, but while it's lively and has a pleasant space and a good wine bar selection, the food just doesn't cut it. The entrees have a reheated in the microwave from tonight's special batch quality and arrive somewhat tired-looking: tasty, but mostly unsubtle and overly spiced or salted.... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2008

Good Pizza More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2008

i've been going there since i was 18... great place. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 January 2008

Excellent! More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 December 2007

this restaurant used to be great- now i think it is overpriced, and the food is good...but not as good as it used to be under old owners. the light up zza's on the wall is pretty fun More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2005
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i've read the reviews of zza's. that it's 'underwhelming' and 'subpar.' but that service is excellent and so on. who said the charm in zza's must come through its food? when north beach and san francisco and berkeley are minutes away, there are undoubtedly more gastonomically pleasing places. and so if you want a fine, authentic italian meal, i'd avoid... More

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Oakland, CA
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2005

I went to Zza's Trattoria for my birthday about two years ago, and was underwhelmed by the food. The service was very friendly and attentive, however... even though the restaurant was quite busy with peak dinner traffic. I was initially excited and inspired by the menu, which listed many authentic Italian dishes that I have been eating my whole life... More

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