Five of us had dinner on Father's Day--all family. There is a changing menu plus a menu with regular offerings. The pasta dishes with clams or mussels got raves as did the ricotta-spinach calzone which was cooked in a brick oven. Their caesar salad was crispy and served with slices of anchovies and perfectly crisped garlic croutons. This is the second time we've eaten at Passione Emporia and we will definitely go again.
Katherine
We had a wonderful dinner with 11 people! Including my elderly grandparents, one with mobility issues. The table was perfect for all of us, the food was amazing and came out quickly, considering how many of us there were, and the drinks were also fabulous.
Joanne
This small place nestled in the Aquatic area of West Berkeley has a very cozy neighborhood ambiance. I can imagine being a regular, either for a meal or stopping by for a scoop of gelato. Food was good and wait staff very friendly. While we reserved an outdoor table, we moved indoors as it turned out to be cooler than expected (there are no heat lamps) and the staff person was very accomodating in finding us an indoor table.
Annie
We had the Jovanotti pizza, crust-excellent; weekly special salad arugula w/strawberries and little of gorgonzola cheese. Dessert had affogato and gelato, very good will go back to try the fresh pasta. neighborhood gem.
Rachel
Mellow atmosphere for a long late lunch on a Sunday. Delicious pizza, salad, lasagne. The gelato hazelnut & pistachios were divine. Would like to come back one evening to taste the raviolis.
Eric
Very good Italian Food in the Berkeley Aquatic Park area. It was a little slow last night, but the food was outstanding. Huge portions on the prosciutto and adequate portions on the pasta. As the night went on, more people came in and dined. I was impressed that they make their own flour, pasta, and gelato. Check it out.
stephen
We love our neighborhood restaurants and Passione Emporio is always a wonderful experience.
Jill
What a cute an cozy place. The food was amazing. The service was friendly and outstanding. Will come here again
Rene
amazing pizza actually all the food every dish was excellent. You really do feel like you're in Italy eating.
GARY
Delicious food, warm professional service, This place is a true neighborhood gem. Perfect for families, groups of friends and casual dates. We have tried both the pasta and the pizza and both are excellent.
I will say the food is authentic Italian, but the atmosphere is not the best for the price of what 2 pizzas 16inch will be.
$89, 2 pizzas, 1 bread, 4 waters
I have been to 5 star restaurants and got more out of my experience.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 3
Deborah
Delicious pizza and great service. Located in a quiet neighborhood. I will definitely go back.
Aditya Nagrecha
So went here for Valentines. Place was packed and looked like a good vibe. We got seated at 9pm and didn’t have a server being water till 9.15. Okay that’s fine, it was a busy day so we let it pass. Ordered drinks and appetizer and appetizer didn’t show up till 9.30 and they had totally forgot about our drinks. Ordered our mains and received that 30-40 mins later.
Food the arancini felt a little dry. Ravioli was okay and pizza was the best thing we ordered. Seems like a decent spot but was really disappointed with the service and food felt sub par.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Vegana Diavola
Linh
Serving sizes were small, especially for the price. The waiters forgot our order and asked for our order several times, so it took an hour to get the food. The menu was reduced for Valentine's Day, which was disappointing bc there were specific items on the menu we wanted to try. Would not recommend
Claytie
Staff were pleasant and hustling; however, the restaurant seemed to be understaffed. On more than one occasion a server came by to question if we had received one of our courses, which we had not. Long waits. It was Valentine's day though...
Five of us had dinner on Father's Day--all family. There is a changing menu plus a menu with regular offerings. The pasta dishes with clams or mussels got raves as did the ricotta-spinach calzone which was cooked in a brick oven. Their caesar salad was crispy and served with slices of anchovies and perfectly crisped garlic croutons. This is the second time we've eaten at Passione Emporia and we will definitely go again.
We had a wonderful dinner with 11 people! Including my elderly grandparents, one with mobility issues. The table was perfect for all of us, the food was amazing and came out quickly, considering how many of us there were, and the drinks were also fabulous.
This small place nestled in the Aquatic area of West Berkeley has a very cozy neighborhood ambiance. I can imagine being a regular, either for a meal or stopping by for a scoop of gelato. Food was good and wait staff very friendly. While we reserved an outdoor table, we moved indoors as it turned out to be cooler than expected (there are no heat lamps) and the staff person was very accomodating in finding us an indoor table.
We had the Jovanotti pizza, crust-excellent; weekly special salad arugula w/strawberries and little of gorgonzola cheese. Dessert had affogato and gelato, very good will go back to try the fresh pasta. neighborhood gem.
Mellow atmosphere for a long late lunch on a Sunday. Delicious pizza, salad, lasagne. The gelato hazelnut & pistachios were divine. Would like to come back one evening to taste the raviolis.
Very good Italian Food in the Berkeley Aquatic Park area. It was a little slow last night, but the food was outstanding. Huge portions on the prosciutto and adequate portions on the pasta. As the night went on, more people came in and dined. I was impressed that they make their own flour, pasta, and gelato. Check it out.
We love our neighborhood restaurants and Passione Emporio is always a wonderful experience.
What a cute an cozy place. The food was amazing. The service was friendly and outstanding. Will come here again
amazing pizza actually all the food every dish was excellent. You really do feel like you're in Italy eating.
Delicious food, warm professional service, This place is a true neighborhood gem. Perfect for families, groups of friends and casual dates. We have tried both the pasta and the pizza and both are excellent.
Restaurantji Recommends
I will say the food is authentic Italian, but the atmosphere is not the best for the price of what 2 pizzas 16inch will be.
$89, 2 pizzas, 1 bread, 4 waters
I have been to 5 star restaurants and got more out of my experience.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 3
Delicious pizza and great service. Located in a quiet neighborhood. I will definitely go back.
So went here for Valentines. Place was packed and looked like a good vibe. We got seated at 9pm and didn’t have a server being water till 9.15. Okay that’s fine, it was a busy day so we let it pass. Ordered drinks and appetizer and appetizer didn’t show up till 9.30 and they had totally forgot about our drinks. Ordered our mains and received that 30-40 mins later.
Food the arancini felt a little dry. Ravioli was okay and pizza was the best thing we ordered. Seems like a decent spot but was really disappointed with the service and food felt sub par.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Vegana Diavola
Serving sizes were small, especially for the price. The waiters forgot our order and asked for our order several times, so it took an hour to get the food. The menu was reduced for Valentine's Day, which was disappointing bc there were specific items on the menu we wanted to try. Would not recommend
Staff were pleasant and hustling; however, the restaurant seemed to be understaffed. On more than one occasion a server came by to question if we had received one of our courses, which we had not. Long waits. It was Valentine's day though...
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