PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA
East Passyunk Crossing, Philadelphia
Restaurant in Philadelphia, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA is a practical East Passyunk pick when pizza and beer are the plan, not a formal tasting-menu night. Book it for a casual South Philadelphia meal with a small group or low-key date; cross-shop Laurel for a more composed occasion or Cantina Los Caballitos for a drinks-first night.
About PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA
PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA is a casual Philadelphia venue with hours that make it usable for weeknight and weekend planning. It opens at 4 PM Monday through Thursday, at 12 PM Friday through Sunday, closes at 9 PM Sunday through Wednesday and 10 PM Thursday through Saturday.
The dress code is casual, so it is best framed as an easygoing Philadelphia option when the group wants a relaxed meal plan.
A casual Philadelphia option for flexible plans
For planning purposes, the hours and the casual dress code are key. Monday through Wednesday service runs 4–9 PM, Thursday runs 4–10 PM, Friday and Saturday run 12–10 PM, Sunday runs 12–9 PM. Those hours make it easier to compare against other dining options when timing is the main constraint.
Expect the decision to come down to occasion and schedule rather than accolades or a chef story. For a simple evening out, it may fit when casual is the goal. For a more formal or highly structured restaurant experience, compare it with other options before committing.
Who should choose it, who should cross-shop
Choose PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA when you want a casual Philadelphia venue and the posted hours work for your plan. Cross-shop Marra's, Cantina Los Caballitos, or Laurel if you want to compare it with other named options.
Details are limited, so do not plan around specifics such as a published awards trail, exact menu format, price point, seating setup, or special dietary accommodations. For wider planning, use Our full Philadelphia restaurants guide, then branch into Our full Philadelphia bars guide, Our full Philadelphia hotels guide, Our full Philadelphia wineries guide, Our full Philadelphia experiences guide if the meal is part of a larger trip.
Planning details
- Location
- 1700 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- pizzatabirreria.com
- Phone
- +12673243127
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Pizzata Pizzeria & Birreria reads like a dedicated neighborhood spot: informal, unpretentious and anchored by a beer-forward program. The copy frames it as a place that lives on repeat local traffic rather than tourist attention, and the birreria format keeps the tempo breezy rather than formal. Expect a convivial, workaday energy—parts pizzeria, parts neighborhood tavern—where craft beer is the natural companion to wood-fired pies. The overall effect is approachable and clubby in a local way, built for regulars who want dependable pizza and an easygoing evening.
Best For
This is primarily an evening destination built around pizza and beer service, so it’s best for casual dinners, after-work meetups and group nights out. The piece stresses a shorter, beer-paced sequence rather than long, wine-led multi-course meals, which makes the place suited to people who want a relaxed midweek dinner or a lively weekend pizza run. Because the format leans local and repeat-focused, it’s also a natural pick for groups who want straightforward plates and a solid, beer-centric beverage list.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the pizzeria’s signatures and shareables: the Taste of Philly calzone and the Salsiccia and Soppressata pizzas are natural starting points. The editorial framing makes beer the intended companion, so order a flight or a few craft pours to rotate through with different pies. Approach the meal as a series of sharable plates rather than a formal tasting—order multiple pies to sample contrasts in topping and finish with the calzone if you want something folded and easy to portion. Expect casual service and communal-style pacing.
Venue details
Ambiance
Upbeat and casual neighborhood atmosphere with an energetic bar feel, bustling dining room, warm service, and convivial crowd.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Taste of Philly calzone
- Salsiccia Pizza
- Soppressata Pizza
Planning details
Location
1700 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19148 · Directions
Also consider
Good backups if this does not fit
If pizza is not the full answer, book Marra's for a broader Italian-style meal or Cantina Los Caballitos when drinks and group energy matter more than the food category.
For a more deliberate occasion, Laurel is the better cross-shop. It is the move when the group wants a composed restaurant experience rather than a casual pizzeria format.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Philadelphia
Marra's is the closest cross-shop if the group wants Italian comfort rather than a tighter pizza-and-beer brief. PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA is the cleaner choice when pizza is the reason for the meal; Marra's makes more sense when the table wants a broader old-school Italian feel.
Cantina Los Caballitos and Bing Bing Dim Sum are better for groups that care more about energy and shared ordering than staying in the pizza lane. Choose Cantina Los Caballitos for a drinks-led night, Bing Bing Dim Sum for a different shared-plates format, PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA when the table wants the decision to be simpler.
Laurel is the occasion upgrade, especially for diners looking for Asian Fusion and New American cooking rather than casual pizza. Sao belongs in the cross-shop set when the group wants another Philadelphia option but is not committed to pizza. For value and ease, this venue is the practical pick; for a more deliberate dinner, Laurel is the stronger move.
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Compare PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA | Philadelphia | ; | No published awards |
| Cantina Los Caballitos | Philadelphia | ; | No published awards |
| Marra's | Philadelphia | ; | No published awards |
| Bing Bing Dim Sum | Philadelphia | ; | No published awards |
| Laurel | Philadelphia | Asian Fusion, New American | No published awards |
| Sao | Philadelphia | ; | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA?
Is PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA good for a special occasion?
It is best considered for a casual occasion. The dress code is casual, but details about private dining, seating layout, or a formal special-occasion format are not available.
What are alternatives to PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA?
For other named options to compare, consider Marra's, Cantina Los Caballitos, Laurel, Bing Bing Dim Sum, or Sao.
What should I order at PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA?
When is PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA open?
The hours are Monday through Wednesday 4–9 PM, Thursday 4–10 PM, Friday and Saturday 12–10 PM, Sunday 12–9 PM. Choose based on when those hours best fit your plan.
What should I wear to PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA?
Keep it casual. The dress code for PIZZATA PIZZERIA & BIRRERIA is casual.
