Zest Pizza Băneasa is the kind of place you go for the pizza, but end up coming back for the pasta too. Their dough, with high hydration and a slow fermentation, tastes like proper well-made bread—lightly crisp on the edges, soft in the middle. You can tell they work with quality ingredients, keeping things clean and balanced, never overdone. The pasta follows the same philosophy: modest portions, simple sauces, and nothing on the plate feels random. The Băneasa location is bright and spacious, with the feel of a modern bistro rather than a chain. 

The menu isn’t huge, and that’s a plus—every dish seems like it matters. If you’re into thoughtful food without too much fuss, Zest is worth a stop.