Catastrophe Pizza&Bakery

Address: 4501 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Oakland, CA 94609, United States
Phone: +1 510-383-0805
Services: Service options: No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeaway, Dine-in,
Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating,
Offerings: Coffee, Comfort food, Halal food, Quick bite, Small plates, Vegetarian options,
Dining options: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert,
Atmosphere: Casual,
Planning: Accepts reservations,
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,
Children: Good for kids,

Category: Pizza restaurant
Rating: 4.9
Site: https://catastrophepizza.com/
Worktime:
DayTime
Monday8:30 AM–8:45 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM–8:45 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM–8:45 PM
Thursday8:30 AM–8:45 PM
Friday8:30 AM–1:30 PM-2:30–8:45 PM
Saturday8:30 AM–8:45 PM
SundayClosed



Name: S**** D********
Date: 2024-06-19 19:20:35
Rating: 5
Comment: First time coming here I was expecting pizza, and so glad I came because they have great Mediterranean food and desserts! The food was awesome and the owner was so nice and welcoming. The whole experience was a delight :)
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Name: E****** P
Date: 2024-06-06 21:39:28
Rating: 1
Comment: One of the worst pizzas Ive ever had. Its more of a market and cafe that just happens to sell pizzas too. Not real pizza dough, and the cheese wasnt even melted, pretty sure it got my stomach acting up. It truly was a catastrophe.
Name: E**** C*****
Date: 2024-05-24 05:55:12
Rating: 5
Comment: We ordered several pizzas for a kid’s party and the pizzas were delicious! We were especially happy that they open early- it’s hard to find a non chain pizza place that opens before 11. We will definitely order from here again.
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Name: B**
Date: 2024-05-19 04:23:30
Rating: 2
Comment: You get what you pay for, I guess? No idea why this place has 4.9
Name: t***** �****** H* h******
Date: 2024-05-09 23:44:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Its more like a deli now. Does a lot more than pizza
Name: z**** l****
Date: 2024-04-17 00:45:24
Rating: 5
Comment: I was pleasantly surprised when I stopped by this former and current pizza cafe which has been transformed into a full friendly neighborhood market and grill+. My chicken schwarma wrap was cooked right in front of my eyes with all the trimmings. It was very tasty, delicious, and plentiful enough to eat the other half the next day. I love that I can walk to this place
Name: D** R
Date: 2024-03-01 02:13:11
Rating: 5
Comment: It’s changed to a nice local market. Some of the nicest people you’ll meet.
Name: S*********** B********
Date: 2024-02-14 00:26:45
Rating: 5
Comment: The food was delicious.. nice service with reasonable prices
Name: C*** G******
Date: 2024-01-30 02:52:17
Rating: 5
Comment: New fave pizza and things spot!! The food quality is only overshadowed by the kindness of the owners. Can’t wait to try more of their desserts too 🤤
Name: D***** z*******
Date: 2024-01-29 04:08:39
Rating: 5
Comment: Stopped in for pizza and walked out with chicken shawarma, 10/10
Name: F**** J*****
Date: 2024-01-10 00:20:12
Rating: 5
Comment: I wound up here on a lark after a drs appt with my kid. And its the best random decision weve made recently! Turns out the owner is changing it from just a bakery/pizzeria into that plus shawarma and a little grocery store! We of course got a pizza for lunch and he was so kind as to give us a sample of the Turkish delight which was so good I bought several other things. A couple of tables inside and out means there is still seating! I will absolutely return when the new foods come in. The name is about to change as well, so hopefully he doesnt lose all these wonderful reviews!
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Name: B** P
Date: 2024-01-06 23:41:34
Rating: 5
Comment: Wo, don’t sleep on this place! Real unassuming from the outside but inviting and warm once you step in. Try those pastries! Incredible.
Name: E** H***
Date: 2023-12-29 04:18:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Great pizza! We had the gluten free crust which was tasty, and as good as any other gluten free crust Ive had. Also loved that we could get a large pizza with gf crust, usually places only have 10 inch gf pizzas.
Name: P****** L*****
Date: 2023-12-23 22:15:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent friendly service and the best pizza I have had in the Bay Area. If you are local or visiting this is a must try.
Name: R*** D******
Date: 2023-12-08 21:34:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Great pizza, super-friendly owner, and nice local vibe. We split a Greek salad that had a tasty garlic vinaigrette dressing, and enjoyed slices of cheese pizza. Lots of other pizzas, sandwiches, and baked goods. Well be back to sample more. Thanks, Mouloud!
Name: E***
Date: 2023-12-07 16:45:32
Rating: 5
Comment: While the inside is still getting figured out, the food was great! I had driven by this place dozens of times and finally stopped by for lunch and it was great. Will definitely be back
Name: T**
Date: 2023-12-03 02:31:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome Halal pizza!
Name: M****** H*****
Date: 2023-11-12 04:16:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing pizza!!! Loved the food and will definitely stop by again. This place is a hidden gem.I highly recommend stopping by. Amazing pizza, clean establishment, and great service.
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Name: M****** H*****
Date: 2023-11-12 03:55:02
Rating: 5
Comment: By far the best pizza spot in the East Bay. I order his pizza almost every week.
Name: M***** S****
Date: 2023-11-02 22:42:20
Rating: 5
Comment: I have made it a goal to try every pizza place in the Bay Area. This, by far, is the best 💯
Name: P*** D*********
Date: 2023-10-17 02:17:29
Rating: 4
Comment: Had lunch with some work colleagues. Very enjoyable experience.
Name: E**** S********
Date: 2023-10-01 18:40:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious!Really nice assortment and every piece is really tasty!Highly recommended!
Name: M******* S****
Date: 2023-09-28 04:36:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Great food and Great customer service
Name: L***** S*****
Date: 2023-09-21 00:19:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Great costumer service, clean place! They serve coffees and pastries in the morning and pizza on the afternoon. I had a Longo espresso and a fruit tart it was one of the tastiest tart I’ve had in a while. 100% recommend !👍🏾
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Name: M***** H****
Date: 2023-09-18 15:35:12
Rating: 5
Comment: Good place to grab coffee and chocolate croissant
Name: T*********** A****
Date: 2023-09-14 00:58:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Green Castle ETA zone worldwide
Name: i*** d****
Date: 2023-09-12 23:31:16
Rating: 5
Comment: Deliciously scrumptious pizza and desserts
Name: L**** M* S******
Date: 2023-08-12 17:18:57
Rating: 5
Comment: The pizza was amazing! My best friend and I took a trip to the SF and stopped by here on our way back home and instantly regretted not ordering a full pizza! Got a cheese with garlic and it has to be the best pizza I’ve had so far! And the owner was super friendly and polite:) couldn’t have asked for a better way to end our trip. Will be stopping by again on our next travels in the area!
Name: E**** R**
Date: 2023-07-04 21:01:22
Rating: 5
Comment: Owner is hella cool and knows the locals and made us a killer pie in 10mins and was fresh, not super greasy. Highly recommend the Earthquake pizza!
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Name: M********* Y****
Date: 2023-06-30 15:58:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Best neighborhood pizza at a great price. My 3 yr old grandaughter swears by this pizza, and I have to say its one of the best Ive had. This is a one guy/one owner shop and he is the best, does honor to our Longfellow neighborhood. please visit if you havent and give it a try, you wont regret it.
Name: S***** B****
Date: 2023-06-12 16:15:42
Rating: 5
Comment: This little pizza place was great. The service was excellent. I was looking for shrimp pizza for my elderly mother, after calling 5 or more places we found it here. I had services with excellence. Not sure if the person that served me was the owner, but he was very respectful, kind and pleasant. He promise pizza in a certain time and it was ready as promised. Thank you.
Name: J**** C****
Date: 2023-05-25 02:01:55
Rating: 5
Comment: This pizza is delightful! I have a major appreciation for places that dont need to include vegan options, but they do anyway. I had the vegan Brushfire pizza. The dough is fresh and honestly perfect for what I like in an elevated pizza, and the price is entirely worth the superb quality. This hidden gem will be my new go-to pizza spot.
Name: J**** S*****
Date: 2023-05-20 22:26:46
Rating: 5
Comment: This was my first time eating here very customer friendly and halal pizza 🍕 is the best I grabbed a large pepperoni,red onions,bell peppers and olives AllahuAkbar InshAllah I will definitely be back this is the only place I will be ordering pizza from.
Name: R***** P******
Date: 2023-05-05 02:55:43
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome guys running the spot. In terms of small pizza joints in the bay area, this one is top notch.
Name: M**** E*****
Date: 2023-05-03 05:36:29
Rating: 5
Comment: Favorite pizza place I’ve stumbled upon around Oakland. Fresh ingredients and hits the spot when I need a pizza fix!
Name: S***** B******
Date: 2023-04-29 22:15:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Although run by only two people, this pizza was easy to order, a good price and extremely yummy. When I arrived to pickup, they sadly didnt have one of the desserts I ordered. But they were so gracious and were willing to give a refund or a different dessert (eclares).Everything we ordered was great, the service was great!I had to call with one question which was how many people per pizza. We bought two smalls for 4 people. It was the perfect amount.
Name: D*** M****
Date: 2023-04-29 03:10:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Great neighborhood spot for pizza with fresh ingredients at a fair price. I’m a big fan of Catastrophe. The ingredients are fresh, with a nice crust and the owner is super friendly. I need to go try a sandwich next time.
Name: C** W
Date: 2023-04-29 02:00:59
Rating: 5
Comment: The pizza here is no joke amazing, and the owner is the friendliest guy! The ingredients are very fresh (the owner informed me that he uses organic produce whenever possible and that everything is hand chopped by him every day) and the quality is really top notch. The prices are also very fair for the quality of pizza you get. Dont hesitate to try the pizza here! It really is fantastic. If youre looking for a recommendation, I ordered a large build your own pizza with a pesto base, mozzarella, chicken and sundried tomatoes and was blown away. Will definitely be back here again and again.
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Name: R*** V
Date: 2023-04-23 18:51:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Great tasting pizza and extremely friendly staff! Highly recommended 🔥
Name: O*** N******
Date: 2023-04-22 18:41:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Best pizza I’ve had in Oakland, it’s a catastrophe I’m only slurping its fresh activating flavors down now
Name: J** S****
Date: 2023-03-20 17:26:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Pizza is amazing and owner is a wonderful man!
Name: R***** R*****
Date: 2023-03-07 15:10:52
Rating: 2
Comment: My food was fantastic if you like lasagna. Too bad its not what I ordered. Its the worst Calsone Ive ever had. Not mention the prices are outrageous. Plan on spending over $20.for lunch.
Name: D**** D******
Date: 2023-03-02 23:18:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Great pizza, nice guy, low price; what more could you want?
Name: T**** H*******
Date: 2023-02-27 20:45:22
Rating: 2
Comment: People running the shop are super cool.but the pizza was not .Way to thin, the pizza tasted good but it should be a crime to make a pizza so thin
Name: J** R********
Date: 2023-02-12 21:03:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Always good. Have gone many times.
Name: m****** a******
Date: 2023-02-12 19:55:07
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious pizza!!!
Name: R***** F*******
Date: 2023-02-07 20:47:32
Rating: 5
Comment: I luckily came across this wonderful spot. The pizza was so delicious and the owner is a real pleasant individual! I rarely rate restaurants but the experience was that wonderful!!! If youre going through Oakland I highly recommend making this your stop.
Name: H***** A*******
Date: 2023-01-29 09:29:12
Rating: 5
Comment: Beef pepperoni!
Name: n*** o****
Date: 2023-01-29 04:15:02
Rating: 5
Comment: I genuinely hated pizza with such a passion for years. I tried different places and different pizzas, and always ended disappointed. However, this place completely changed my mind. This is the only pizza place where genuinely felt happy internally and externally.
Name: M****** M******
Date: 2023-01-28 23:59:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Im the lady the come before the government.. good business
Name: P****
Date: 2023-01-17 20:09:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Im super happy to discover this absolutely affordable and delicious Algerian pizza place at a location that is very convenient to me. We quickly became regulas. Because Im unfamiliar with Algerian cuisine, I started with the basics like pepperoni and build your own but after every combination I made was delicious I had faith to try the disaster themed specialty pizzas and so far every one Ive tried has been delicious, even if I didnt expect (for example) pepperoncini to complement pepperoni & pineapple before I ordered it. Also, the owner is the nicest guy and the Algerian desserts are delicious.
Name: J** C******
Date: 2023-01-07 04:12:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Come here if you want delicious hand crafted Pizza. By the slice or by the pie. I am so fortunate to run across this place!
Name: M***** B******
Date: 2023-01-07 01:27:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Unique experience with a very good customer service, owner always happy, smiling & warmth Algerian hospitality... keep the good work and best wishes for the future.
Name: G****** C******
Date: 2022-12-29 21:01:18
Rating: 5
Comment: I was driving down MLK on my way to get some food and happened to see this place while I stopped at the light. I looked up the reviews on Google and decided to try it out. Its a small cozy place that has some delicious pizza. I got 12 pepperoni pizza. The place isnt too large but it also has outlets and sells coffee/baked goods and other items that Ill be happy to try in the future. All in all a great experience and amazing customer service.
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Name: N*** H******
Date: 2022-12-03 21:40:13
Rating: 5
Comment: This place is awesome 👍😎
Name: R**** S*******
Date: 2022-11-30 19:48:27
Rating: 5
Comment: This is the very best pizza place ever
Name: B******* O*****
Date: 2022-11-20 05:52:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Place was really good, inexpensive and friendly. Would definitely return. Need more places like this.
Name: A**** D
Date: 2022-11-20 02:21:53
Rating: 5
Comment: AMAZING pizza! They have great regular & vegan cheese, the pizzas are always made very quickly and the vegetables are fresh. Also, the people who work here are so nice.
Name: K**** L***
Date: 2022-11-13 03:27:19
Rating: 5
Comment: This place has THE BEST pizza! I love thin-crusted Italian-style pizza and the ingredients are fresh and perfectly portioned out. I recommend the build your own option! Mouloud is incredibly nice and professional, pick-up was a joy. Again, I reiterate, this is fabulous pizza :-)
Name: E** A****
Date: 2022-10-22 02:11:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing thin crust!
Name: B***** B****
Date: 2022-10-02 22:11:45
Rating: 5
Comment: Professional and tasty pizza
Name: J** C****
Date: 2022-09-14 03:05:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Great Pizza so many healthy choices and very helpful staff best customer service experience.
Name: A** O*****
Date: 2022-09-03 20:25:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good restaurant and good serviceThe owner is very friendly and helpfulThank you MR Mouloud Sevareid
Name: D** K*****
Date: 2022-08-28 19:10:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Tasty by the slice, and a very friendly owner make this a wholesome place to grab lunch. Easy parking too
Name: j****************
Date: 2022-08-25 01:45:41
Rating: 5
Comment: The best proprietor ever. Good pizza and great service. . Cheese, mushroom, pepperoni ( halal) homemade crust. I love a nicely done thin crust pizza .
Name: h***** v***
Date: 2022-08-22 02:46:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Mouloud, one of the chef owners, is innovative with flavors, intentional with ingredients, and so very kind. The Special Algerian Bites is my favorite: deliciously seasoned marinara on doughy bread with elements of salt, spice, and acid.Support this amazing neighborhood gem by trying their delicious selection!
Name: P****** H*******
Date: 2022-07-22 08:35:18
Rating: 4
Comment: This was much improved over our last order. We ordered one of two pizzas incorrectly, but enjoyed what we had. The sandwiches continue to be excellent.
Name: J*** M*****
Date: 2022-07-15 02:35:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent location, fantastic pizza/deserts and some of the nicest owners. Get here! Support local and eat good.
Name: P**** B**
Date: 2022-05-25 02:40:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Okay so I live 1 block from this place and over the past couple months I’ve been trying everything they have. The man behind the counter is THE nicest person I have ever met and his food is NOT getting nearly enough credit. The pizza is thin and crispy with not too much cheese nor sauce, the prices are very very affordable. I’ve tried the bakery items he personally makes and they are also to die for, you can taste the different layers in each bite. I’m so serious about this review people… I never review places because I never care THAT much but a catastrophe is 100% the opposite of what you will experience there. ALSO they have gluten free pizza that is hand made, it tastes as if it wasn’t gluten free but my girlfriend has a medical condition and loves the pizza. She said it was far better than any fast food gluten free or the other pizza places in the area with pre bought dough.
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Name: J***** E*********
Date: 2022-05-22 20:33:01
Rating: 5
Comment: So fun and nice, delicious vegan pizza best one ive ever had, really good algerian cookies as well. Very fresh and tasty with a really cute catastrophe weather theme :) would really recommend supporting them and having this be your local pizza place!!
Name: S******** C
Date: 2022-05-19 02:45:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Walked into this pizza place. Very friendly owners who were gracious enough to share their story and motivation to open up the business.Pizza was DELICIOUS. Dough was light and toppings were flavorful. Also tried a Algerian cake which was wonderful as well.
Name: A**** A******
Date: 2022-05-18 08:06:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Incredibly delicious! This place was an amazing find.
Name: P****** H*******
Date: 2022-05-16 03:31:50
Rating: 3
Comment: We decided to try the pizza after getting a really excellent roast beef sandwich. We ordered a build-you-own large with kalamata olives, sausage, green peppers, pepperoni and mushrooms. Its quite a thin crust, and ours was somewhat black on the bottom, somewhat soggy, but not inedible. You could fold it over like a New York style. We also ordered a calzone but ended up with a small pizza with the ingredients we had ordered for the calzone. Cost was about $50 for the order and we picked up. Pizza was ready on time. This place hasnt been in business very long so we might try again on the pizza. Would definitely get the sandwich again.
Name: M***** a****
Date: 2022-05-15 00:17:51
Rating: 5
Comment: Went to do some work w a casual lunch w a colleague, such a good spot!! Will come again :)
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Name: E******** M***
Date: 2022-05-13 19:22:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Great family-owned neighborhood spot!
Name: L****** P****
Date: 2022-05-13 02:20:57
Rating: 5
Comment: The food is amazing. Great staff, quality ingredients and the choices are unique and so tasty. Tried the volcano, and pepperoni and a salad. Super yummy and even my picky kids ate it. The restaurant is clean and they also offer sandwiches and a variety of sweets. I highly recommend. Plenty of street parking and good prices.
Name: I****** A*******
Date: 2022-05-13 02:19:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Great variety of food and service is great. Food is amazing.
Name: D***** M**************
Date: 2022-05-11 01:52:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious pizza!
Name: M** E***
Date: 2022-05-10 05:41:13
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place
Name: A**** A*********
Date: 2022-05-07 01:16:39
Rating: 5
Comment: The pizza was so yummy, especially with the anchovies and anions on the top, just as the one that had in Algeria before.
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Name: A***** A
Date: 2022-05-06 17:16:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Yummy pizza and super friendly staff. They have a very original idea with their pizza names and are excited to talk about the meaning behind it all. Make sure to ask about it when you order there!The sauce and dough are delicious. Ingredients are fresh and simple.I look forward to eating here again.
Name: c****** R**
Date: 2022-05-05 00:04:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Love the pizza
Name: L**** B******
Date: 2022-05-05 00:02:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Very tasty pizza and very good service!
Name: H* P*****
Date: 2022-05-03 23:08:35
Rating: 5
Comment: We were headed out to dinner last night and noticed a new pizza spot in the neighborhood. Stopped in to try it. It was /great/ — thin, New York style crust with a wonderfully flavorful, fresh, tomato-forward sauce that absolutely makes the whole dish. Breadsticks were nice and light with a little crunch to them. And the dough is vegan, and they have vegan toppings, including vegan pepperoni and sausage! Yesssss.And the desserts! A delicious array of Algerian treats, flaky and flavored with lemon and honey and almonds, not too sweet. Yum.The people working the place were super nice, too, happy to talk to us about their process, trying to make a healthier pizza thats still tasty.Will definitely be back. Glad theyre open now.
Name: A*** O*
Date: 2022-05-03 03:27:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Calzone was quite good, generous fillings and tasty marinara sauce.
Name: S M
Date: 2022-05-02 06:32:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Finally a place that sells coffee till 10 pm. Thanks a lot for that. The owners are friendly and warm people. Got a slice of pizza, two desserts and an espresso.The sweet was at perfect level. Not sugary, but filling and crispy with nuts decorated. Already loving their coffee.Place have lot of power outlets and lighting as well.
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Name: S*** A************
Date: 2022-04-22 15:02:01
Rating: 5
Comment: AMAZING PIZZA!!!! I love this place! The pizza is the best, would recommend. Love the menue and the names of the pizzas.
Name: K**** K************
Date: 2022-04-22 14:57:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Tasty crust with fresh ingredients. Awesome!
Name: d****** m******
Date: 2022-04-22 03:56:22
Rating: 5
Comment: Fresh and yamiiiii