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All Locations Closed on the 4th of July

Got Independence Day pizza on your mind? Be sure to order half-baked pizzas to finish baking at home Friday!

We’ll be closed this Friday, July 4th to celebrate the holiday with our family and friends. We recommend picking up half-baked pizzas today or tomorrow to finish baking Friday if you’re hoping to enjoy some pizza with the fireworks. All locations will reopen as normal at 11am on Saturday, July 5th.

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July Trivia Dates- Adjusted Nights, Same Fun!

Take note trivia lovers! For the month of July our Pizza Mind Trivia night at Zachary’s Grand Lake is shifting gears. Instead of our usual 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, we’ll be quizzing it up on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays:

📅Wednesday, July 9th
📅Wednesday, July 23rd
⌚ 6:30-8:00pm
📍Zachary’s Grand Lake

Everything else stays the same:
-1st Place wins a $50 Zachary’s Gift Certificate
-2nd Place wins a $30 Zachary’s Gift Certificate
-Drinks specials and yummy pizza

Be sure to mark your calendars for July so you don’t miss out! We’ll return to our normal 1st and 3rd Wednesdays in August.

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The Roasted Pepper Special Returns to Oakland & Berkeley!

Summer is here, and so is the Roasted Pepper Special!

One of our most beloved seasonal specials is back at Oakland and Berkeley- the Roasted Pepper pizza! This flavor bomb is stacked with roasted red, yellow, and green bell peppers, Anaheim chilis, Pasilla peppers, onions, and blend of cheddar-jack cheese. It’s a bold and colorful pie, that tastes just as good as it looks, which is why it’s a longstanding customer and crew favorite!

Available stuffed or thin crust for a limited time. So, be sure swing by for dine-in or pickup, or order online, to treat yourself while it’s still on the menu.

ORDER ONLINE

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We’re Hiring in Oakland & Berkeley!

Join the Zachary’s Family at our Oakland & Berkeley restaurants! 🌟

We’re HIRING– and this isn’t just any job. It’s your chance to become part of an award-winning, employee-owned company that’s been serving up smiles and pizza since 1983.

With over 250 ‘Best Pizza’ awards and five bustling East Bay locations, we’re proud of our long-standing commitment to great food, warm hospitality, and a people-first workplace. Right now, we’re looking for energetic, team-oriented folks to join our Oakland and Berkeley teams.

What makes Zachary’s different? For starters, we’re 100% employee-owned! That means when you join our team, you’re not just clocking in- you’re building your future alongside a group of passionate, pizza-loving professionals. We’ve got team members who’ve been with us for over 20 years– our president has been with the company for over 40 and started as a dishwasher in our Rockridge kitchen!

Perks include:

  • Competitive pay + tips
  • Free meals on the clock
  • Employee pizza discounts
  • ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Program) eligibility after 1 year
  • Health, dental, vision & life insurance (after 1 year, based on hours worked)
  • 401(k)
  • Community involvement, fundraisers & events
  • Real growth potential!

If you’re ready to work hard, have fun, and grow with a company that values teamwork, mutual respect, and good vibes, apply today! Join us in Oakland or Berkeley—your pizza journey starts here.

Celebrate Dad with a Slice & a Smile

Zachary’s in Oakland and Berkeley Now Taking Father’s Day Reservations!

Father’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with dad’s favorite pizza and a whole lotta dad jokes? To make dad’s special day a breeze, we’re now accepting reservations at Zachary’s Rockridge, Grand Lake, and North Berkeley! Bring the whole family and make it a pizza party to remember. Because who doesn’t like pizza on Father’s Day? Only a weir-dough 😅

Prefer to celebrate dad’s day at home? Order takeout from any Zachary’s!

Click the link below to make a reservation at our Oakland or Berkeley restaurants.

Zachary’s ROCKRIDGE

Zachary’s GRAND LAKE

Zachary’s NORTH BERKELEY

New Merch Alert- Zachary’s Trucker Hats!

Style That Hits the Road With You: Meet the Zachary’s Trucker Hat!

Whether you’re chasing sunsets on a backroad or grabbing coffee in town, our new trucker hats bring the perfect balance of function and flair. The structured, bold front panel gives it that classic edge, while the mesh back keeps things cool and breezy. Built for everyday wear and built to last- this is the kind of hat you’ll reach for again and again. And is why we brought them back after many (many and many more) repeated requests from customers and crew.

Purchase one for $25 plus tax at any Zachary’s restaurant or from our Gifts and Swag page!

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Reservations Now Available at All Locations!

Come one, come all- reservations can now be made for your dining pleasure!

It’s a fact. You can now make a reservation at all Zachary’s locations! Zachary’s Rockridge? Yep. Grand Lake? That’s affirmative. North Berkeley, Pleasant Hill, Pleasanton?! Absolutely, uh-huh, that’s correct. Whether you’re planning a casual night out with friends, a cozy family dinner, or celebrating something special, we’ll have your table ready for you. See below for our reservation policy! 

🗓️ When Can You Book? 

-Sunday to Thursday
– Reservations available all day! 

-Fridays– Book until 4pm. After 4pm it’s first come, first served!

-Saturdays– Walk-ins only. 

Zachary’s Grand Lake offers reservations all day, 7 days a week!

🗓️ How Can You Book?

Book online with us (links below) or via our Google pages.

👥 Got a Big Group?
If you’re rolling in with 7 or more guests, give us a call! We happily accept large parties and love a full house, but to make sure everything is perfect for your party, we prefer to chat with you directly 😊

🥂 Celebrating Something Special? 
Birthday? Anniversary? Survived another Monday? 🙃 Whatever the occasion, let us know! We’ll do our best to add a little extra love to your visit 🥳

Skip the wait by locking in your table and get ready to feast on your favorite stuffed and thin crust pizzas. We hope to see you soon! 

RESERVATION LINKS

Zachary’s ROCKRIDGE

Zachary’s GRAND LAKE

Zachary’s NORTH BERKELEY

Zachary’s PLEASANT HILL

Zachary’s PLEASANTON

Celebrate Mom the Delicious Way This Year!

This Mother’s Day, treat mom to something she really loves- quality time…and pizza! Whether you’re dining in with us or grabbing a pie to-go, we’ve got everything you need to make her day extra special. Because nothing says “I love you, Mom” like a warm slice and a happy heart. 🍕❤️ Added bonus, a clean kitchen and no dishes to wash, or at least less dishes. And that’s something everyone can get behind 😉

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Oakland Magazine’s ‘Best of Oakland’ Poll is Open Now!

The final round of voting is happening now for Oakland Magazine’s annual ‘Best of Oakland’ poll! Now is your chance to support your favorite establishments and cast your vote for who you think should be awarded the Best of Oakland accolades!

Click the image below to vote for your favorites! Voting ends on May 31st.

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Stuffed with Value- and Love! 🍕❤️

Feeding a group doesn’t have to mean skimping on quality—or spending a fortune. A large stuffed pizza from Zachary’s runs around $30–$45 and feeds 4–5 adults. That’s just $7–$10 per person for a seriously filling, flavor-packed main dish!

We’re talking real ingredients, hand-crafted dough, and pies so good you’ll be thinking about the next one before you’ve finished your slice. Fast food? Who needs that when you can get this kind of quality and flavor! Whether it’s dinner with friends, a family night in, or lunch for the crew, Zachary’s is a great deal without cutting corners.

 
🍕 Quality ingredients.
🍕 Generous portions.
🍕 Great value
🍕 No shortcuts—just really good pizza.
 

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