The long-empty storefront at 76 Moraga Way—most recently Bravo’s Pizza and, before that, Nation’s Giant Hamburgers—has a new tenant: 8 Moose Pizza. We reported on the story earlier this year, and shared that we knew very little about the new place.
Now, it’s open!
The fast-casual pizzeria soft-opened last week, bringing house-fermented sourdough pies, counter-service slices, and local beer taps to Orinda’s Theatre Square corridor.
What’s on the menu
Owner-operators tout a 48-hour cold-fermented dough for a tangy, chewy crust.
The menu is extremely simple! Basically, you get either a 20 inch pizza or a single slice, with either plain cheese or a variety of basic toppings like pepperoni, sausage, onions, and more.
There’s also basic salads, and a local wine and beer selection. And that’s about it!
Hours and ordering
The shop is currently open daily 11 a.m.–8 p.m., with online ordering through the 8 Moose website and a walk-up slice window for quick lunches.
Job postings hint at growth
A recent Glassdoor ad seeks additional pizza cooks at $20/hour, suggesting the owners expect traffic to ramp up fast.
We’re loving the simplicity here, and can’t wait to try the pizza.
So, what does the name mean? The owners say it’s a “closely kept secret” for now…
