With locations in Pleasant Hill, Brentwood, Livermore, Danville and now Walnut Creek. Melo’s Pizza & Pasta has been a family owned and operated Contra Costa County landmark for OVER 50 years!
Our promise to you… No trans fats, no hydrogenated oils, no microwaves. Only the best, freshest, wholesome, foods carefully prepared in the contemporary Italian fashion with a California twist.
Melo’s Italian Table
Melo’s Pizza & Pasta shop. Italian food. Pizza, Pasta, Salads, Appetizers, Beer, Wine, Tapas, Sangria, Southern Italy. Contra Costa County, Pleasant Hill, …
Hardik Mistry
Oh I loved it! I’m from New Jersey and this was actually my first time in CA, around the Walnut Creek area. I was searching on TikTok for Italian food when I saw that the first 10 reels were about this place. I was like, you know what, let’s just give it a try — and it did not disappoint! I’m a vegetarian, so it’s hard to find flavorful food sometimes, but this place really hit the spot.
I would highly recommend trying this restaurant!
… moreLydia
Food: Our friend recommended this place and they’ve been dined in or ordered takeouts multiple times. We came here and tried the recommended dishes, and it’s probably by far the BEST I’ve tried near Bay Area. I can’t wait to come back again and tried other pasta dishes and see if Melo’s going to be my fav Italian restaurant of all time! 100% recommend the chicken parmigiana, the sauce and cheese are perfectly balanced. I’m very picky when it comes to cheese or cream, and they made it so well✨ Square pizza is also another highlight. It was slight over burnt on the edge but the honey complements the flavor of the pepperoni and crispness.
Ambiance: it was warm and cozy. We sat in the patio seats and it suddenly rained, and all the staff came out to open the shades, and they also helped with the heater and offering blankets which makes the dining experience enjoyable.
Staff: nice and friendly, very helpful indeed.
… moreAlicia Baroody
We’re new to the area, and this restaurant was recommended to us. Everything we ordered was delicious! Absolutely loved the bruschetta with tomato jam. We will definitely be back to try more of the menu.
… moreLada M
Went there last night and had a very disappointing experience.
• Food: The pizza was extremely salty from the very first bite—I had to ask for a replacement.
• Service: I requested ketchup twice and never received it. In the end, I had to ask the staff to take my plate away.
• Staffing: Only one server was handling 8 tables at around 4:30 PM.
• Customer care: My water was never refilled.
• Wait time: The food took more than 30 minutes to arrive. The most frustrating part was that the table next to us, who came later, got all their food before we did.
… moreKyle Ishaq
Three stars max as a small child must have designed the seating chart. I spent my whole dinner crammed in a corner having to squeeze by a random party of 6 to get up. I got bumped into by everybody who was passing by including the employees. The inside is way too loud to hear the person next to you speak and the temperature is very warm/stuffy. $180 for a party of five (3 pizza, 2 pasta dishes). The pizza came out of the kitchen lukewarm and was cold before each person ate a slice. No clue why this place is packed, some dishes were heavy on the grease too. I guess the only props I can give are the service was good and the pasta sauce didn’t taste like it was fresh out of a tin can.
… moreClay Harris
I recently had the pleasure of dining at this cozy Italian spot, and it did not disappoint. The pepperoni pizza was perfectly crisp and the salmon was cooked beautifully—flaky, flavorful, and well-seasoned. But the real standout? The tiramisu. Light, creamy, and not overly sweet—easily one of the best I’ve had. I’d highly recommend saving room for it!
The atmosphere had a really cool vibe, with unique and interesting décor that gave the place a lot of character. The staff was incredibly friendly, and the service was excellent from start to finish.
While it wasn’t too busy when I visited, I’d still recommend making a reservation, just to be safe. The prices were fair, especially considering the quality of the food and service.
Overall, I’d highly recommend this restaurant to anyone in the area looking for solid Italian food at a good price with great service. A fantastic experience all around!
… moreSC
This place exudes a pleasant atmosphere with its somewhat modern design, featuring a visible kitchen from the dining area where chefs skillfully toss dough for pizzas. However, occasional hints of burnt air detract slightly from the experience. The cozy loveseats and couches offer privacy, while the comfortable high tables add to the appeal. The establishment boasts a separate bar with a notable selection of white spirits.The cauliflower appetizer delights with its nice, sour, and unique flavor profile. While the pizzas are of average size, they suffice for two people. The draft beer selection is commendable.Tatiana’s attentive service enhances the dining experience, making guests feel continually valued and cared for. Overall, this establishment is a fantastic addition to the Walnut Creek Locust strip.
… moreOlivia Chavez
We had such a lovely experience. From the time we arrived until the time we departed. There were 6 of us and we got together for our friend’s birthday. We had dinner reservations on Saturday evening. I’ve dined here in the past and really enjoyed my experience. The host and our waitress were pleasant and lovely.
It’s hard for us to get away from our work/motherhood lives. We were seated outside and it was comfortable with the heated lamps and blankets. The food and drinks were delicious. Our waitress checked on us at appropriate times and never made us feel rushed to order or leave. She was very kind to us. Honestly, it was such a perfect evening out.
I highly recommend their calamari appetizer, bolognese pasta, pesto pasta, and square pizzas.
… moreYanina Zina
Excellent service, very attentive and friendly waiters. The food was plentiful and delicious. Melo’s has a good variety of dishes for all tastes. It’s important to make a reservation because it’s a very popular place. We had a lovely evening with my friends. Thank you very much!
… moreSiddharth Reddy
We often drive across this restaurant and always curious to try their food. So we decided to do it anyways and visited on a Monday evening. The ambiance is fine and service was Okay! Food tasted good. The chicken pizza and fried spaghetti were tasty but barratta bruschetta is below average! Overall for some reason, the entire experience didn’t leave a lasting impression.
… more