A16 Rockridge

Name: A16 Rockridge
Address: 5356 College Avenue, Oakland, CA, United States, 94618
Telephone: (510) 768-8003
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

2000 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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***A16 OAK requires all guests to wear masks upon entering the venue. We will begin requiring proof of vaccination as of August 17, 2021 in order to dine inside of the restaurant.

To prioritize safety for all, and to adhere to Alameda County guidelines for outdoor and indoor dining:
1. Employees are verbally screened daily to ensure they are in good health and without COVID symptoms
2. Hand sanitizer will be available upon entry and at multiple locations
3. Face coverings are required at all times unless you are eating or drinking
4. Guests must be seated at tables to consume food or beverages

We are committed to providing you and our staff with a safe environment by adhering to all guidelines provided by local authorities. Thank you for your continued support and we hope to dine with you soon. Stay safe!***

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 23, 2022

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(510) 768-8003
Website
http://www.a16pizza.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
A16 offers our unique Mobile Pizza Oven Experience that allows us to bring our amazing dining experience to you! We have dedicated culinary and service teams available for any sized group or occasion to help make your personal pizza party a success!
Private party facilities
Located in Rockridge. A16 is offering offsite catering and private events at this time.A16 restaurant is named for the highway connecting Campania to Puglia and the menu is rooted in the rustic traditions of these lively southern Italian regions. The bar features traditional and modern cocktails and a wide selection of amaro. The A16 Pizza Truck is a restored 1959 Jeep Willys FC170 with our wood burning oven mounted on the back. This little truck can produce wood fired pizza for events ranging in size from intimate house parties to major music festivals. We can also prepare a variety of antipasti, salumi, salads, roasted meats, cocktails, and wines from our award winning list. Just let us know what you’d like, and we love to drive over and make it all happen!
Private party contact
Zorina: (855) 781-1892

Location
5356 College Avenue Oakland, CA 94618
Neighborhood
Oakland
Cross street
Between Manila and Bryant
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Rockridge BART
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Fried Castelvetrano Olives$6.00
Marinated Olives$6.00
castelvetrano, cerignola, peranzana, gaeta
Caseificio Andriese Burrata$19.00
crostini, olive oil, sea salt
Roasted Monterey Calamari$18.00
fried corona beans, lemon, salsa verde
Shishito Peppers$17.00
tuna conserva, anchovy, calabrian chili, lemon
Kohlrabi Salad$16.00
arugula, fennel, fried capers, shallots, lemon, black pepper, grana padano
Little Gem Salad$15.00
radish, colatura, pecorino, black pepper, crouton

Pizza

Marinara$16.00
tomato, oregano, garlic, olive oil
Margherita$19.00
tomato, fior di latte, basil, olive oil
Bianca$18.00
fior di latte, basil, castelvetrano olive, grana padano, chili, green garlic
Estate$20.00
white corn, red onion, pecorino, pickled fresnos, fior di latte, bechamel, basil
Carciofi$21.00
artichoke, spinach, basil, lemon ricotta, caciocavallo, garlic, calabrian chili
Funghi$20.00
wild mushroom, garlic, pecorino, fior di latte, chili, oregano
Pomodoro$20.00
herbed ricotta, caciocavallo, cherry tomato, basil, garlic, chili
Vesuvio$21.00
tomato, spicy soppressata, smoked mozzarella, chili, garlic
Salsiccia$21.00
fennel sausage, broccoli di ciccio, fior di latte, grana padano, chili
Testa$21.00
coppa di testa, castelvetrano olive, fior di latte, grana padano, basil, green garlic, chili
Montanara$22.00
burrata, basil, smoked tomato sauce, fried pizza dough
Racchetta$22.00
swiss chard, pancetta, fior di latte, chili, pickled shallot, herbed ricotta

Secondi

these items come with your choice of contorno

Braised Pork Meatballs$28.00
tomato, basil, grana padano
Ling Cod$36.00
pistachio salsa verde, vertilaga, lemon
Roasted Half Chicken Diavolo$30.00
baby carrot, green garlic, honey lemon vinaigrette
Coulotte Steak$32.00
arugula, pecorino, tomato, garlic

Contorni

Roasted Summer Squash
oregano, marjoram, lemon
Roasted Potatoes & Cauliflower
red onion, caper, chili

Dolci

Peach & Rhubarb Crostata$14.00
fior di latte gelato
Budino Tart$14.00
dark chocolate mousse, sea salt, olive oil
Fig Leaf Panna Cotta$13.00
blackberry, fig, pistachio, caramel lime
House Made Gelato & Sorbetto$6.00
seasonal flavors
Coccola$6.00
chef's selection of cookies and confections

What 2,000 people are saying

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.3Ambience
3.9Value

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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great experience. Great waitstaff and host. Felt special and casual at the same time, which is exactly what I needed.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, great food. I love this place!
MS
MelissaS
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience4
Waiter took a while to get to us as he was super busy but once he came he was attentive, kind and fun.
B
Brian
San Francisco
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall2food3service2ambience4
We ordered apps and wine, but the apps came long before the wine. When the entrees were served, they came one at a time and my lasagne was refrigerator cold. Then when I got the check, there was a mandated 20% tip. While the food was good, except for the lasagne. It was far to expensive for the meal we received.
BN
BrianN
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
the food was outstanding. Far better than expected, cannot wait to go back.
GH
GwenH
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The pizzas were amazing! My husband can’t stop raving about how excellent the food and drinks were!
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
The food and service were impeccable. Truly have not had such great service from everyone including server, busboys, food runner— all were excellent. Loved the food although my pasta could have been a bit more al dente. The only thing I didn’t love was it was cold inside and I felt the restaurant decor was a bit generic. Would love more warmth and darker lighting. Overall a really great experience and kudos to the chef and staff.
SL
SarahL
San Francisco
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall2food3service1ambience4
The food was good. Some items better than others. But terrible service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 25, 2022
overall3food5service3ambience5
The food at A16 is great. But the service is consistently sub-par every time we dine at A16. We have two kids and always order everything up front and made it clear that we need the dishes to come out fast. It took awhile to get our drinks and appetizers, and over an hour and a half to get our entrees! We ended up taking the entree (a whole fish) home because the kids had enough. They had to wait way too long for their food and started having a meltdown. There was no apology and no recognition that it took too long after we raised this issue w the staff. I wish this wasn’t the first time we experienced this. Unfortunately, service is consistently sub-par
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Our server John was amazing! He checked in just the right amount, really understood the food, wine, and amari menus. Made great recommendations and clearly was having a good time. My only suggestion for improvement was that our pasta dish came out cold. I think they might have been understaffed, so it might have been sitting for a bit before it came to our table. The main dish came very shortly after, so probably just a minor service hiccup. Overall, it was a fantastic date night. We’ll be back!
g
gregorio
San Francisco
52 reviews
vip
4.0
52 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Good but not great Neopolitan cuisine. Ate outdoors in nice temporary private area. Food & drink are fairly pricey but I assume (hope) that they pay their staff well. Friendly, knowledgeable staff but service was slow (probably since it was Easter lunch).
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Easter menu was fantastic!
CV
Concierge4VIPs
San Francisco
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Met a friend for dinner and had a fabulous time again! Our service was exceptional and well paced. We ordered a Nero d'Avola from Sicily which was fantastic with our Montanara pizza. They were gracious enough to switch the sauce out from the smokey tomato one on the menu. This is the only pizza offering that has fried dough before going into the oven, which makes the crust even crispier. I love the atmosphere with high ceilings. whimsical art and gorgeous floral arrangements. Always a local crowd of friendly neighbors! Reservations suggested but you can dine at the bar!
KL
KLaw
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our first time back since the pandemic began. We had a wonderful meal and will be back again soon!
M
Matt
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect pairing of an upscale atmosphere and a neighborly warmth of the staff. Excellent cocktails too.
F
Fanny
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Always fabulous food! It is a noisy lace but I had requested a quiet table and we were given the corner, which was better than usual.
SC
SeanC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Accomodated our large party with no issues. Great service and food!
SF
SFResident
San Francisco
41 reviews
vip
2.0
41 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience1
Food was fine. Service was ok: we asked for something to be excluded from the salad but still there. Asked, prior to arrival, for a specific seat, were told it was ok. We arrived and were told that they tried, but were unable reach us. (how is this excuse possible in these times, we all have smart phones capable of messages being left and are aware of recent calls).
j
johnc
San Francisco
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
Ambience is great service was good unfortunately the food was just mediocre. We had the fried olives they were tasteless, we also had the fried artichokes also tasteless. We had the calzone that was enjoyable we also had the chicken unfortunately chicken was over cooked and dry. The arugula salad was delicious
PP
PhillyPhan
Phoenix
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a group of 10 for dinner on a weekday. We enjoyed dining outdoors, had fabulous service and the food and drinks were perfect. We ordered family-style and got to sample a varied number of appetizers and pizza options. The calzone was recommended and gets a thumbs up.
T
Thomas
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 6, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
I loved it. The food and service were amazing. I would definitely recommend it.
JP
JustPerfect
San Francisco
31 reviews
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
A16 checks all the right boxes for a great evening out, especially given that it's a neighborhood place. The wine list is not extensive, but options are superb. Cocktails are creative. The food is excellent. And the service is top notch.
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ericaG
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was amazing, as always. Love A16 and recommend everything on the menu
CS
CS94612
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience5
A16 had great drinks and is in a great neighborhood to explore while you wait for your table. Unfortunately, the about half of the ribeye I ordered was too rare to eat. They gave me the option to “take it home and cook it some more,” but it was disappointing that they didn’t provide any sort of compensation for a significant part of the meal being inedible. My partner ordered a Margherita pizza which was decent, but overall meal was a let down.
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969gl
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I had an early dinner there (5.30pm) with our 7 month old son. It was fantastic!! The staff were so kind and nothing was any trouble. They were also great with our son (brought him a high chair, played with his toy giraffe!) and the food was wonderful. Our son particularly liked the bread basket although most of the contents ended up on the floor! We love this place and will certainly be back. Thank you to all at A16 Rockridge.
FD
FineDine
San Francisco
12 reviews
vip
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall3food5service2ambience3
The food and drinks were amazing, just sooooo goood ! Unfortunately their service while friendly felt way too pushy. They kept coming to our table every 10 minutes to check if we needed something else almost forcing us to move to next step. Our entrées came even before we were done with our appetizer and first round of drinks (maybe like 15 mins since we got them). Not all entrees came together, we waited 5 minutes for half of the entree to show up (in a small party of 4). I will go back once again and see if the service is less pushy, but if not, then even with the good tasting food, its not a place I would want to go back to.
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Lunara
San Francisco
87 reviews
vip
5.0
87 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We generally love A16 but last night's meal was extra delicious. Every single dish was excellent. Service was attentive and friendly and they picked perfect wines to accompany my selections. Roasted spring onions with a very tasty sauce was a new contorni, and the smashed potatoes were a hit. Asparagus salad light and refreshing. Asparagus and green pea risotto was rich yet simple. Ample portions. Racchetta pizza with a lemon ricotta filling the handle is not to be missed.
LB
LaurieB
San Francisco
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
I sat in the parklet, and it was lovely and peaceful. I had the asparagus salad with pine nuts and pecorino, as well as the salsiccia pizza. Both were so delicious! Shout out to John A for a great wine pairing recommendation and good vibes all around.
K
Kathy
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner party of 7 tried almost everything on the menu, and they were all fantastic. Pizza here is top notch. Service is equally excellent. Highly recommend for a special occasion!
DS
DavidS
San Francisco
26 reviews
vip
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The salads are wonderful and a great outside venue.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
14 reviews
vip
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on March 27, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience5
The ribeye was disappointing- slightly over cooked and meat wasn’t great quality. The fried artichokes were amazing and pizza was good. Cocktails were fantastic.
GG
GardeningGourmet
San Francisco
25 reviews
vip
5.0
25 reviews
Dined on March 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was absolutely delicious and the wines suggested to us by our waiter were spot on perfect. Plus the Mr. Black to go with dessert was a real treat. We were never rushed and fully enjoyed the whole experience. Thanks.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience4
The service was good and the hostess was accommodating. The pastas were bland and not very flavorful. The asparagus salad was good. Deserts were good. Expensive. Eight dollars for a bottle of sparkling water, $25 for corkage, salads $17. Not a good value.
HC
HollyC
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
amazing food and service, fantastic wine list, always a great time!
J
Jaul
San Francisco
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent wine selection and service
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vealparmesan
San Francisco
45 reviews
vip
4.0
45 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience4
Maybe just an off night in the kitchen
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ssatinss
San Francisco
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Food was great, service left something to be desired especially when one server came over twice insisting that we ordered things that we did not. And she was not friendly about it.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall1food3service1ambience1
Terrible service. Berated by staff. Will never return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Quite busy which impacted the service. Overall still a wonderful experience and food was excellent
RS
RachelS
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
The best pizza and pasta in town! I have been to A16 twice in two weeks. Check there the great wine selection while you there

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from A16 Rockridge using the Order Online button. A16 Rockridge also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. A16 Rockridge also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (510) 768-8003.

A16 Rockridge is rated 4.4 stars by 2000 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.