Passione Emporio,
a hidden gem.
A market of good things, made into a meal.
"Emporio" is our nod to the old-world market stall — cured meats, hard cheese, good wine, dough that's been fermenting since yesterday. We source well, cook it simply, and let it speak for itself.
No tasting menus, no pretense. Just a fire, a board, and a table for as long as you want it.
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Straight From Our Tables
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Our Availabilty
Open 11am to 9:30pm, every day but Wednesday, the fire's lit for you.
Come see us on 5th Street.
Catering & Portable Pizza Oven
Our wood-burning oven rolls right up to your event, so guests get the same fresh, fired-on-the-spot pizza we make in the restaurant — cooked in front of them, not reheated from a box.
We currently serve the East Bay and Marin County, with more areas coming soon. Tell us about your event and we'll follow up with availability and pricing.
A corner of Italy, built on 5th Street.
Passione Emporio started with a simple idea: Italian food doesn't need to be fussy to be great. We wanted a room where a wood-fired pizza and a decent glass of wine were reason enough to come back.
Every dish still comes from that same place — real dough, real fire, and a kitchen that would rather cook it right than dress it up.
Fabrizio
Fabrizio's journey began in Italy, where he opened his first restaurant, La Tavernetta, at just 21 years old in the picturesque Cinque Terre region. Over 17 years, he expanded his menu to include over 90 types of pizza, earning a reputation as a Maestro Pizzaiolo.
After moving to California, Fabrizio introduced Hot Italian in 2008, bringing a modern wave of Italian pizza to the West Coast. Later, he founded Passione Emporio to highlight his passion for artisanal pasta and authentic Italian cooking.
Today, Fabrizio continues to innovate, combining tradition with creativity to deliver unforgettable culinary experiences. His energy, dedication, and love for Italian cuisine are at the heart of everything we do.
Contact & Visit
2324 Fifth Street, Unit A
Berkeley, CA 94710
Mon, Tue, Thu–Sun · 11:00am–9:30pm
Closed Wednesday