When Rocky Maselli returned to Eugene with dreams of bringing authentic Italian cuisine to the Willamette Valley, he started with Pizzeria DOP as a food truck in mid-2020.
His vision extended far beyond mobile pizza, and in January 2023, Osteria DOP finally opened its brick-and-mortar doors on Oak Street.
The restaurant features a fourth-generation pizza oven imported directly from Napoli, creating the foundation for genuine Neapolitan pies that transport diners straight to southern Italy. 🍕
Lines form before the doors even open, a testament to Eugene’s hunger for authentic regional Italian cooking served tavern-style without reservations.
How Osteria DOP Won Eugene’s Hearts
Osteria DOP captured Eugene’s devotion by delivering genuine Italian authenticity that locals claim feels identical to dining in Italy itself.
The restaurant’s commitment to old-world DOP standards means using Denominazione di Origine Protetta certified ingredients that meet strict quality requirements.
Every pizza emerges from that fourth-generation Napoli oven with perfectly charred crusts, fragrant wood-fired notes, and the distinctive leopard-spotting that signals authentic Neapolitan technique.
The tavern-style seating and casual atmosphere create an environment where strangers share long communal tables, and conversations flow as freely as the excellent wine.
Maselli’s Italian heritage shines through every detail, from the handmade Rigatoni Pasta to the perfectly balanced cannolis that avoid American over-sweetness.
The restaurant operates on a first-come, first-served basis, adding to the authentic osteria experience where you arrive, wait your turn, and savor food worth every minute.
Food Highlights
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Calabrian Pizza: This spicy sensation tops their fantastic tomato sauce with spicy Calabrian chili, spicy salami, ricotta, and smoked mozzarella for a pleasant medium-hot taste that keeps customers ordering it again and again.
- Margherita Pizza: The quintessential Neapolitan classic features tomato sauce customers call “one of the best I’ve had” with subtle spices, basil, quality mozzarella, sea salt, and olive oil that’s been perfected over generations and is kid-approved.
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Sausage Pizza: Featured in customer reviews as an excellent addition to other pizzas like the Amalfi, this showcases their quality fennel sausage that adds savory depth to any pie.
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Bosco Pizza: Reviewers call this their favorite main meal and describe it as “FANTASTIC,” making it a must-order for anyone seeking the full Osteria DOP experience with wood-fired perfection.
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Puglian Pizza: Inspired by the Puglia region, this fennel sausage specialty features sweet onion, mozzarella, pecorino, and olive oil for a rustic flavor profile that showcases southern Italian simplicity.
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Burrata: This show-stopping appetizer delivers perfectly textured burrata with a generous helping that reviewers suggest pairing with extra crostinis to enjoy every creamy bite.
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Tre Carne Pizza: The meat lover’s masterpiece combines fennel sausage, salami, and pancetta with tomato, mozzarella, pecorino, olive oil, and sea salt for a robust celebration of Italian cured meats. 🥓
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Polpette Al Sugo: These moist flavor bombs combine pork, beef, lamb, and ricotta into meatballs so good that customers who normally never eat meatballs give them a 12/10 rating with 5+ stars.
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Zucca Pizza: This seasonal specialty showcases squash in a way that highlights the kitchen’s commitment to fresh, rotating seasonal ingredients that change with what’s best at the market.
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Bianca Pizza: Reviewers mention wanting to try this white pizza that skips the tomato sauce in favor of olive oil, cheese, and other toppings for a lighter yet equally satisfying Neapolitan experience.
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Bucatini Cacio e Pepe: This Roman classic features thick hollow pasta with perfect amounts of pecorino, grana, and black pepper for a simple yet deeply satisfying dish.
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Ricotta Gnocchi: Featuring tender beef ragu paired with soft ricotta gnocchi, this dish delivers everything you want from an Italian comfort food masterpiece.
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Sausage Pizza: Featured in customer reviews as an excellent addition to other pizzas like the Amalfi, this showcases their quality fennel sausage that adds savory depth to any pie.
- Amalfi Pizza: Named after Italy’s stunning coastal region, this anchovy lover’s dream can be customized with added mushrooms and sausage for extra depth, delivering bold Mediterranean flavors in every bite.
Atmosphere đźŽ
Osteria DOP’s lively tavern setting captures the essence of Italian osteria culture, where communal dining and energetic conversations create an electric atmosphere.
The chef’s table seating provides front-row views of the kitchen’s orchestrated chaos, letting diners watch pizza masters work that fourth-generation Napoli oven with practiced precision.
Service operates through QR code ordering, creating an efficient and modern system that keeps the focus on food rather than formality.
The no-reservation policy and lines out the door before opening create anticipation that makes finally sitting down feel like a reward worth the wait.
Bottom Line
Visit for authentic Neapolitan pizza from a fourth-generation Napoli oven, regional Italian specialties that rival anything in Italy, a chef’s table experience watching masters at work, perfectly balanced desserts true to Italian tradition, and a vibrant tavern atmosphere.
Address:
1122 Oak St, Eugene, OR 97401
đź“ž (541) 913-6460
🕔 Open Tue-Sat, 5:00 PM–10:00 PM (closed Sun-Mon)