A new pizzeria from the “affluent hippie” town of San Anselmo has quietly landed in Walnut Creek, California. Most locals haven’t heard of the place, which is tucked into WC’s Countrywood shopping center. But for those in the know, this new pizza joint is already quietly making waves.
Pizzalina, which landed in WC earlier this year after expanding from its Marin location, is setting itself apart with a menu and concept that focus on quality, local ingredients, and community values.
The restaurant, located at 2064B Treat Blvd., offers an extensive menu that goes beyond just pizza, incorporating a range of Italian-inspired dishes.
Menu Highlights
The menu at Pizzalina is diverse, featuring everything from classic and creative pizzas to hearty pastas, salads, and small plates. The pizza offerings include both traditional and unique options, all made with Bianco di Napoli tomato sauce and house-made mozzarella. Some standout pizzas include:
- The Original Pie: A simple yet flavorful combination of aged mozzarella cheese, garlic oil, fresh basil, Sicilian oregano, Grana Padano, and Pecorino Romano.
- Columbus: Featuring Zoe’s cup-and-char pepperoni, pickled red Fresno peppers, Bianco di Napoli tomato sauce, and hot honey.
- Bulgogi: A fusion-inspired pizza with Korean-style BBQ chicken, smoked mozzarella, pickled red Fresno peppers, sesame seeds, and green onions.
For those who want to customize their meal, Pizzalina offers a “Create Your Own Pizza” option, allowing guests to choose from a variety of fresh toppings like wild arugula, roasted mushrooms, and prosciutto di Parma.
The restaurant also offers Pizzalina Squared, a 10×14-inch Sicilian-inspired pan pizza with a thick, crispy crust. Choices like the Porchetta, with slow-roasted pork, broccoli di ciccio, and provolone piccante, feature on the menu.
Beyond pizza, the menu includes several pasta dishes, such as the Rigatoni, made with house-made Italian sausage, sweet onion, fennel pollen, and braised rainbow chard, and Spaghetti & Meatballs, featuring artisan spaghetti, pork-ricotta meatballs, and vodka tomato cream sauce.
The Concept
Pizzalina’s concept revolves around simplicity, quality, and a deep connection to the local community. Pizzalina’s website says the restaurant wants to “keep it simple, use the best quality ingredients, step out of the way and let the ingredients sing for themselves.”
The restaurant prides itself on making almost everything in-house, from the dough to the mozzarella, ensuring that every bite is as fresh as possible.
The pizzeria’s commitment to the community extends beyond its ingredients. Pizzalina says “Our commitment to giving back to the community is just as important to us as serving the community. Pizzalina supports many local schools, athletic and artistic programs and institutions, as well as numerous, local non-profit foundations and organizations.”
Locals Rave
On social media, locals are raving about Pizzalina. Dori A in WC says “Have changed my favorite to pizzalina’s since eaten there twice lately.”
Judith M added “MY absolute favorite pizza place! Excellent pasta too.”
Bryn T said “Had dinner there tonight. Very tasty and they have soft serve ice cream for dessert! I admit to being uncomfortably full right now.”
Mario A called the food “delicious.”
Pizzalina is quickly becoming a must-visit spot in Walnut Creek for those who appreciate high-quality, artisan food served with a side of community spirit. Most locals still haven’t heard of it, but since you read Bay Area Telegraph and 925 News, now you’re in the know!
