Arinell Pizza
Downtown, Berkeley
Restaurant in Berkeley, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Arinell Pizza is a practical Shattuck Avenue slice stop, not a reservation-driven Berkeley dinner plan. Use it for a quick casual meal when speed and location matter; cross-shop Gather, Comal, Ippuku, Jupiter, or ZINO when the night needs a fuller room, drinks, or a more deliberate dining experience.
About Arinell Pizza
Arinell Pizza in Berkeley has a simple verified planning profile: casual dress code and daily hours that start at 11 AM. It is open 11 AM–9:30 PM Monday through Saturday, 11 AM–7 PM on Sunday. Beyond those basics, specific details about service style, menu, seating, reservations, pricing, drinks, or dietary accommodations are not verified here, so plan with the confirmed hours in mind.
Use the confirmed hours and casual dress code to plan
The clearest useful facts are operational. Arinell Pizza is listed with casual dress and daytime-to-evening hours, making it direct to consider when you need a relaxed Berkeley option. For a fuller Berkeley meal plan, Gather, Comal, or Ippuku may be worth comparing depending on the kind of outing you want.
Keep expectations grounded: this page verifies the city, hours, casual dress code, but not a specific room layout, reservation policy, bar program, chef, price point, or special-occasion format. If those details matter, confirm directly before making plans.
Where it fits in a Berkeley eating day
Arinell Pizza is easiest to place as a casual Berkeley option with known daily hours. Pair it with a broader look at our full Berkeley restaurants guide, or compare it with other named Berkeley options such as Comal, Gather, Ippuku, Jupiter, or ZINO.
For planning around the meal, broader Berkeley coverage can help with the wider trip: see the Berkeley hotels guide, Berkeley bars guide, Berkeley wineries guide, Berkeley experiences guide. If you need specifics such as seating, takeout, delivery, dietary accommodations, or current menu details, those are not verified in the available facts here and should be checked directly.
Quick reference: Arinell Pizza is a casual Berkeley venue with verified hours of 11 AM–9:30 PM Monday through Saturday and 11 AM–7 PM Sunday.
Planning details
- Location
- 2119 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley, CA 94704
- Website
- arinellpizza.net
- Phone
- (510) 841-4035
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Arinell Pizza presents a resolutely no-frills, New York–style slice counter that reads as a local institution. The place leans into the quick, walk-up format: whole pies under heat lamps, slices folded for street eating and an economy of motion that feels distinctly casual and unpretentious. Its longevity on Shattuck gives it that hidden-gem quality in a city otherwise known for reservation-only, high-concept dining. The atmosphere is rustic and straightforward rather than curated—comfortable for anyone who appreciates fast, honest pizza without ceremony.
Best For
Arinell is best for people seeking speedy, unfussy pizza—students, solo diners, late-night wanderers and anyone who prefers not to plan ahead. Because it operates entirely walk-in and serves pizza by the slice, it’s ideal for quick stops between errands or after evening events. The counter format favors short visits rather than long, formal meals, so it’s a smart pick for casual hangouts, a solo bite, or an informal, economical group stop where convenience matters more than bells and whistles.
Ordering Tips
There is no reservation system at Arinell: you walk up to the counter, order what is available and pay. Whole pies are kept under heat lamps and slices are sold in the New York tradition—often folded and eaten on the street—so expect a swift transaction that can take under three minutes. The menu is served as available rather than by pre-order, so plan to choose from the slices on display rather than request customized pies; the format rewards decisiveness and a readiness to eat on the go.
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How Arinell Pizza compares in Berkeley
Arinell Pizza is the easiest choice here for a casual, low-commitment bite. It is not trying to compete with Ippuku for a Japanese izakaya night or Comal for a Mexican dinner with more structure. Pick Arinell when the priority is speed and simplicity; pick those peers when the meal itself is the plan.
Gather and ZINO make more sense for diners who want a sit-down experience with a broader occasion feel. Jupiter is the more natural cross-shop for groups who want casual energy plus drinks. Arinell is the practical value play, but it gives up ambiance and group flexibility compared with those options.
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Compare Arinell Pizza
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arinell Pizza | Berkeley | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Ippuku | San Francisco | Izakaya, Japanese | $$ | 2026 San Francisco Chronicle Top 100 Bay Area Restaurants · #912026 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #1312026 Bib Gourmand2025 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #3032025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 OAD Casual in North America Ranked · #902024 Michelin Bib Gourmand2023 OAD Casual in North America Recommended |
| ZINO | Berkeley | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Comal | San Francisco | Mexican | $$ | 2026 Forbes RecommendedMichelin Guide Mexico 20262026 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 La Liste Top Restaurants2025 Michelin Plate |
| Gather | Berkeley | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Jupiter | Berkeley | ; | ; | 2026 OAD Casual in North America Recommended2025 OAD Top Restaurants in North America Ranked · #4512025 Michelin Plate |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a first-timer know about Arinell Pizza?
Arinell Pizza is in Berkeley and has a casual dress code. Verified hours are 11 AM–9:30 PM Monday through Saturday and 11 AM–7 PM Sunday.
What times work for Arinell Pizza?
The verified schedule starts at 11 AM daily. Arinell Pizza is open until 9:30 PM Monday through Saturday and until 7 PM on Sunday, so choose based on the hours that fit your Berkeley plans.
Is Arinell Pizza good for a special occasion?
The verified dress code is casual, but specific details about atmosphere, seating, service style, or special-occasion suitability are not confirmed here. For a more deliberate Berkeley dinner plan, Comal or Gather may also be worth considering.
